Danielle Paige is the Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Nixon Peabody LLP, an American Lawyer top-100 law firm with 16 offices worldwide. Danielle leads the firm’s brand strategy, utilizing marketing automation and data-driven insights to enhance client engagement and drive growth. With over 20 years of executive experience in marketing, she ha…

Bret Blakely is the President and Co-founder of OnCore Golf, a company recognized for its innovative golf ball technology. With a background in marketing and business development, Bret has transformed OnCore from a startup into a leader in golf innovation. Under his guidance, the company has introduced advanced core technologies and embedded sensor…

Michelle Barbeau is the Chief Revenue Officer at eHealth, Inc., which simplifies healthcare enrollment by offering online tools and expert support to help Americans compare insurance plans and affordable coverage. Michelle has led business transformations at eHealth, including helping the company win the Modern Healthcare and Ad Age Healthcare Mark…

Paul Mathews is the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Sunnova, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions and technology. Paul previously served as EVP of Service and Supply Chain, driving significant operational efficiencies and cost reductions. With a 19-year career span, including his previous role as President of Eng…

George Lambropoulos is the Marketing Coordinator at The Police Credit Union Ltd, a nonprofit banking company in Toronto that provides financial solutions to police officers and their families. He has significantly revamped the marketing program at the credit union, utilizing innovative strategies to increase membership and enhance customer engageme…

David Edelman serves as an Executive Advisor through his company, Edelman Advisory Services, where he helps C-suite executives in large enterprises shape their strategic direction, build their teams, and become digitally agile. A thought leader in marketing and personalization, his career spans over three decades, including serving as CMO at Aetna.…

Kevin Hourigan is the President of Spinutech, a full-service website design and digital marketing agency dedicated to developing customized and data-driven digital marketing solutions. Before merging his business with his business partner’s, Kevin founded Bayshore Solutions, which he operated for over two decades, delivering websites and custom web…

Alane Boyd is the Founder of Workday Ninja, which helps companies implement software to manage their operations effectively. A serial entrepreneur with a knack for operational excellence, Alane grew her social media marketing agency to 600 active clients and sold it in 2018. With expertise in operations, sales, marketing, and tech, she has exited t…

Lisa Shim is the Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Technology and Innovation at BankUnited, a national bank headquartered in Miami Lakes, Florida. Lisa ‘s role encompasses technology, treasury solutions, marketing, operations, and corporate strategy. With an impressive career since joining BankUnited in 2009, she has played a crucial role…

Ishan Patel is the CEO and Co-Founder of Audien Hearing, the leading brand for over-the-counter hearing aids. Born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, Ishan dropped out of college to pursue his entrepreneurial passion in the health and product service sectors. Through dedication and innovative sales strategies, he turned Audien Hearing into the high…

Greg Selkoe is the Co-founder and CEO of XSET, an esports lifestyle gaming brand. Renowned for his pioneering contributions to e-commerce, entertainment, and esports, he previously founded the Boston streetwear company Karmaloop, driving it to over a billion in lifetime revenue. He also served as the President of FaZe Clan, boosting its revenue to …

Rick Torrison is a transformational leader and growth catalyst with over 25 years of experience in personal growth and team building. As a certified Executive Director of The John Maxwell Team, he is qualified to facilitate, speak, train, and coach individuals and groups in leadership development, professional skills, and personal growth. Additiona…

Sharon Toerek is the Owner and Founder of Toerek Law, where she dedicates her practice to advising independent marketing and creative services agencies on protecting and monetizing their intellectual capital. A marketing law attorney with extensive experience in copyright, trademark, and content protection, Sharon offers strategic counsel on licens…

Julia Fitzgerald is a seasoned marketing executive, board advisor, and author with over 20 years of experience in branding, digital transformation, and marketing strategies. Her expertise has consistently driven growth across various sectors, having served as the CMO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, the American Lung Association, and The AZEK Company, and…

Scott Maroney is the President and Co-owner of Crazy Shirts, a t-shirt and clothing brand founded in Hawaii. In his role, Scott drives retail sales and profitability across the United States through creativity, exceptional customer service, and innovation. His 25-year journey in the retail industry includes experience at outlet shopping malls with …

Laura Walmsley is the Chief Commercial Officer of Personify Health, the industry’s first personalized health platform delivering health plan administration, wellbeing solutions, and comprehensive health navigation. In this position, Laura spearheads the company’s commercial go-to-market strategy, with responsibility for all client-facing teams. Wit…

Lisa Martin is the Chief Revenue Officer at 8x8, a company that unifies customer engagement and communications across organizations with a single, all-in-one platform. In this role, Lisa drives and maximizes revenue growth, oversees sales strategies, and manages a global team. With a robust sales background in the technology and communication secto…

Jason Mandel is the Founder and CEO of Mandel Family Office, a firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families. As a Wall Street insider and private financial advisor, he has held senior positions at the LeFrak Organization, D.E. Shaw, and Cantor Fitzgerald. Jason has over 25 years of entrepre…

Dean Mavrikos is the Channel Growth Manager at Kentico, a fully integrated digital experience platform (DXP). He started at the company as a Business Development Representative before becoming the Director of Business Development for North America, where he led hiring and training initiatives for a team of business development representatives. In 2…

Sofyan Almoayed is the CEO of Almoayed Investments, a versatile family business focused on real estate, travel technology, contracting, transportation, and F&B sectors. Additionally, he will assume the role of Global Chairman for 2024 and 2025. Almoayed Investments has been a beacon of success, consistently delivering value through its commitment t…

Christine Guilfoyle is the President of SEEHER, a platform committed to enhancing the representation of women and girls in the global marketing and media ecosystem. With a focus on achieving gender equality and fostering business growth, Christine leads initiatives to ensure accurate portrayals of women in media, promoting diversity and inclusion. …

Ann Hand is the Chairman and CEO of Super League Gaming, a NASDAQ publicly traded company and global leader in the gaming metaverse on platforms like Roblox and Minecraft. Before joining Super League, Ann was the CEO of Project Frog, a company specializing in wholesale building materials to streamline design and construction processes. Ann has garn…

Raymond Watt is the Global Chairman of YPO, an American-based global leadership community, and the Chairman at RIMAR Capital, a tech-driven investment firm. He is also the Co-founder and CEO of Omnislash, a platform that helps gamers capture media and stats while playing their favorite games. With 25 years of experience in software development and …

Dana Karzan is the Chief Marketing Officer at VyStar Credit Union, a member-owned cooperative providing financial products and services such as investments, insurance, retirement planning, and financial counseling. At VyStar, Dana leads branding, marketing, advertising, social media, and community engagement. She has 20-plus years of experience in …

Scott K. Edinger is the Founder of Edinger Consulting, where he helps worldwide Fortune 50 CEOs and executive leaders develop leadership strategies to drive top and bottom-line results. Scott is also a published author, having penned over 100 articles for prominent publications like Forbes and the Harvard Business Review. He’s written three books, …

Joel Swanson is the VP of Marketing at Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, a Minnesota-based financial cooperative offering full-service personal and business banking products. At Affinity Plus, Joel leads all marketing, public relations, and community initiatives. During his five-year tenure, he and his team have implemented a brand refresh respon…

Thayer Smith is the CEO of YPO, a global leadership community connecting elite chief executives and cultivating extraordinary leaders to improve lives and businesses worldwide. Before joining the C-suite at YPO, Thayer led Bayshore Capital as an Operating Partner. Thayer has lent his expertise in complex manufacturing, financial management, strateg…

June Archer is known as the Puzzle Maker because of her ability to analyze and solve complex business problems across various industries. She is a former C-suite leader and business builder of global brands, including the Walt Disney Company, Sesame Workshop, Godiva Chocolatier, and NEST Fragrances. In her spare time, June lends her talents to orga…

Ross Gibbs is a Coach, Expert Implementer, and Speaker at EOS Worldwide, where he creates simplified processes to help organizations improve their business models to achieve success. His business coaching career launched after a successful profession in sales and marketing. Ross is a serial entrepreneur who has successfully owned and exited four co…

Jon Morris is the Founder and CEO of Ramsay Innovations, helping businesses quickly scale through financial education and strategic funds allocations. Before joining Ramsay Innovations, Jon founded Rise Interactive, a full-service internet marketing agency — growing it from a $10,000 bootstrap business to one of the largest independent digital agen…

Cynthia Cleveland is a Partner at CEO Coaching International, the leading coaching firm for growth-focused CEOs and entrepreneurs. Cynthia is a five-time CEO and president who led companies generating over $4 billion in worldwide sales in consumer products, entertainment, and retail industries. In her 30-plus-year career, she has overseen popular b…

Jon Tsourakis is the Co-owner, President, and Chief Revenue Officer at Oyova, an agency offering integrated digital solutions such as app development, web design, and marketing to create efficient processes for company growth. Jon is a serial entrepreneur and marketing strategist whose continual study of brand identity, business communications, buy…

Scott Price is the Founder and CEO of A-LIGN, a technology-enabled security and compliance engine that mitigates cybersecurity risks. Scott has over 20 years of leadership experience, having held executive positions at Arthur Andersen and SAS 70 Solutions. His dedication to leadership has earned him industry awards and nominations, such as Accounti…

Steve Wyatt is the VP of Marketing and Global Creative Director of Content at Kenneth Cole Productions, an American fashion house founded in 1982. He celebrates 20 years with the company, working across all labels, product categories, communication channels, and global territories. Additionally, he has contributed to the brand’s social impact initi…

Matthew Connor, Founder and CEO of CyberLynx, began his programming career at 12 while working as a coder for his father’s company. His passion led him to develop his own company, which focuses on offering premium IT services — specializing in protecting growing businesses from ransomware. CyberLynx, previously known as Your IT Department, continue…

Bridgette Bello is the CEO and Publisher of Tampa Bay Business & Wealth, a magazine examining the lives of Tampa Bay’s most accomplished business leaders. Under her tenure, TBBW has been awarded two Charlie Awards from the Florida Magazine Association. Bridgette is a media professional with over 30 years of experience. Before joining TBBW, she was …

Hugh Campbell is the President of AC4S Technologies, a hybrid cloud company providing technology solutions such as IT network management, data migrations, and hardware and software solutions. Hugh has experience in planning, designing, and implementing large-scale telecommunications networks for commercial and government sectors. Prior to starting …

Elizabeth Zucker is the Managing Partner at Interior Investments of St. Louis, a contract office furniture dealership providing solutions for professional organizations, including furniture selection, order fulfillment, delivery, and installation. Under Elizabeth’s leadership, the company has successfully scaled to $35 million. Before joining Inter…

Carrie Charles is the Co-founder and CEO of Broadstaff, a staffing firm providing workforce solutions in the energy, technology, and telecommunications sectors. Under Carrie’s tutelage, the firm was recognized in 2022 by Inc. Magazine and Tampa Bay Business Journal as one of the fastest-growing companies. Her additional accolades include the 2021 T…

Kevin Hourigan is the President of Spinutech, a full-service website design and digital marketing agency dedicated to developing customized and data-driven digital marketing solutions. Before merging his business with his current business partner, Kevin founded Bayshore Solutions, which he operated for over two decades. When Kevin is not leading hi…

Dwayne Allen is the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Unisys, a global technology solutions company devoted to helping its customers reach innovative breakthroughs via intellectual property, patents, and strategic planning. Dwayne has exercised his expertise in digital transformation in various fields including healthcare, finan…

Jamie Harden is the CEO and President of Creative Sign Designs, a company specializing in the production of architectural design solutions by providing consultation, design, project management, fabrication, and installation services. Before his CEO tenure, Jamie held executive leadership roles, including Senior Vice President of Bank of America and…

Boating enthusiast Billy Pavlock is the Founder and CEO of Nautical Network, a contemporary global creative and media outlet helping maritime companies create brand awareness to increase business growth. Billy was introduced to the boating industry after opening a car and detailing business upon graduating college. Passionate about the maritime ind…

Marc Reifenrath is the Co-founder and CEO of Spinutech, a full-service website design and digital marketing agency dedicated to developing customized and data-driven digital marketing solutions. Marc is passionate about culture and understands firsthand how critical a company’s culture is to achieving and maintaining success. When he has time away …

George Spowart is the Chief Marketing Officer at Red Rover, a moving and storage solutions company more affordable and convenient than traditional options. He directs all marketing and sales activities, including brand strategy, creative development, media planning/buying, website, call center, and public relations. George’s skill for developing st…

Kara Goldin is the Founder of Hint Inc., a beverage company most known for Hint Water, an award-winning unsweetened water with hints of fruit. Kara has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune's Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink, and EY Entrepren…

Marc Reifenrath is the Co-founder and CEO of Spinutech, a full-service website design and digital marketing agency dedicated to developing customized and data-driven digital marketing solutions. Marc watched Spinutech grow from a college startup to one of the premier digital marketing agencies in the country, and he understands how culture plays a …

Shelia Reed is the Business Engagement and Strategy Lead at Ameritas, a mutual-based organization offering insurance, financial services, and employee benefits. As an experienced sales and marketing leader in both the financial and healthcare industry, Shelia helps companies identify brand strategies that leverage the most growth. She was chosen as…

Steve Weintraub is the Founder and CEO of Gold & Diamond Source, a family-owned fine gold and diamond jewelry store. Steve was introduced to the jewelry business by a friend from high school and began making gold-plated seashells. In 1983, they built a 10,000-square-foot building and Steve began producing fine jewelry. After joining forces with his…

Scott Mordell is the Founder and CEO of The Forrader Group, a company providing strategic counsel and support to leaders and their organizations. He was the longest-serving CEO in the seventy-year history of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), a global leadership development community of more than 30,000 chief executives in 142 countries. Scott's…