About Ashley SmithDr. Ashley Smith is an award-winning licensed psychologist, professional speaker, author, and co-founder of Peak Mind: The Center for Psychological Strength. Since earning her PhD in 2007, she has become a sought-after expert in anxiety disorder treatment… …Beyond patient care, Dr. Ashley is a published author of The Way I See It: A
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About Joshua SalgadoJoshua Salgado is a dynamic professional known for his innovative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence. Born with bilateral clubbed feet, Joshua has continuously challenged the stigma associated with his condition, most notably by completing the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, DC, in 2023. As an Enlisted Aviator, he has demonstrated technical prowess
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Derek Lewis- Derek Lewis: My love for business books began in high school with a Brazilian missionary’s tattered copy of Quest for the Best. It was love at first read. While my peers read the 90s’ equivalent of Twilight, I devoured books on economics, biographies, success stories, business management, entrepreneurship, and anything else business-related. I
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About Monica A KaufmanMonica Kaufman is the Director of Financial Planning at Harmony Asset Management, where she empowers clients to heal their relationship with money and achieve financial independence. Her journey in finance took a transformational turn as she navigated her husband Jeff’s severe clinical depression while raising their family… … Through this experience, Monica
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About Susanne GoldsteinSusanne Goldstein is a changemaker on a mission to crack open people’s consciousness in order to elevate humanity. She is a highly sought-after Executive Coach, consultant, strategist, author, speaker and industry-disrupting Feminine Leadership Mentor.Susanne has built an expansive, purpose-driven portfolio career that combines storytelling, media, technology, neuroscience, DEI, quantum consciousness,… …emotional mastery and
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Nicholas Pihl- Nicholas Pihl (pronounced Peel) is the host of Why Try, a podcast featuring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives. He explores the attitudes and stories of successful entrepreneurs, and the distills the lessons we can learn from them. You can find his work on Apple Podcasts under Why Try, as well as at https://www.nicholaspihl.com
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About Kristi StrawKristi Straw is changing the way we think about leadership. In just three years since moving to Charlotte, she has become a standout voice. Recently, she was named one of Charlotte’s Top 50 Most Influential Women, reflecting the city’s rise as the “Wall Street of the South.”… …Not long after arriving, Kristi made
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About Helene SmutsHelene Smuts is an accomplished entrepreneur, facilitator, speaker, and author, recognized as a leading figure in advancing leadership and team development. With expertise in Transactional Analysis, Insights Discovery, and coaching, Helene authored “Ditch Mediocrity” in 2021, inspiring leaders worldwide. Holding an honours degree in Industrial Psychology, She has garnered accolades such as Transforming
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About Dr. Bibi PirayeshDr. Pirayesh has been an educator, mental health professional, and learning disability activist for over 15 years. She began her studies in Neuroscience and Education at the University of Pittsburgh before studying cognitive neuroscience and developmental psychology at Columbia University… …Shortly after, she began working with children grades 1-12 with a wide
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Sherell Brown- Sherell Brown is a category Creator in the Health and Wellness arena. Combining a mix of both professional skills and personal experiences that produces results. Sherell has worked with persons from all walks of life helping them to achieve their personal goals. Ultimately Creating a better quality of life. She is the C.E.O
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Steve Lee- After retiring from the Air Force in 1993, Steve Lee worked as an IT Consultant for such companies as, Computer Sciences Corporation, Modern Technologies Inc., International Consultants and IBM. Steve is the founder of Modern Life Podcast Network, International Podcast Day and host of the Waves of Tech podcast. Listen to another #12minconvo
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About Carey ConleyFor over 20 years, I built a successful business career that took me around the world. But tragedy struck, and everything changed. I lost my husband, Ross, in 2014, and just three years later, my son, Cole, at age 26—both to suicide… …In the face of unimaginable loss, I had a choice: succumb
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