Dr. Ewa J. Kleczyk is a healthcare executive with extensive experience in healthcare research, analytics, and operations. She is a nationally recognized leader, published scholar, and Editor-in-Chief of the Universal Journal of 21st Century Women’s Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Technology & Publishing (UJWEL). In addition, she is pursuing a Business Excellence Graduate Certificate at Columbia University, expanding her expertise in organizational leadership and innovation. Dr. Kleczyk is a frequent speaker at premier academic and industry forums, including the Pharmaceutical Marketing Sciences Association (PMSA), Intellus Worldwide, the WomenTech Global Conference, and Harvard’s Conference on Business and Economics. Widely published in peer-reviewed journals and academic volumes, she also serves on multiple editorial boards across healthcare, economics, and leadership disciplines. Committed to advancing education and equitable healthcare access, she co-founded the Kleczyk-Strout Foundation, which supports community initiatives through advocacy, mentorship, and outreach. She also contributes her leadership through service on nonprofit boards and community councils, and by engaging audiences via podcasts and public forums. Her contributions have earned her numerous honors, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joe Biden, the WomenTech Data Science Award, and recognition among the Top 50 Women Leaders in Healthcare Technology. Originally from Wroclaw, Poland, Dr. Kleczyk earned her Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Economics from Virginia Tech and both her M.S. and B.A. degrees in Economics from the University of Maine.

For over 20 years, Magi Graziano has empowered leaders and teams to optimize performance and workplace culture.
✷ 10,000+ hours dedicated to developing, leading, and facilitating transformation at every level.
✷ From single mom on commission to three-time business owner — understands barriers and how to break them, so you don’t have to.
✷ Transformed an organization from the brink of a union walkout into a high-performing workplace that outperformed its 95-year history — helping your culture shift from friction to flow.
✷ Ranked in the top 3% of recruiters nationwide for 15 years.
✷ Developed The Certification in Employee Retention for the National Placement Association.
✷ Led interventions that empowered over 20,000 people to optimize their work.
✷ Trekked the Camino de Santiago and spent 12 days in the jungle on a journey of self-discovery.
✷ Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies.
✷ Amazon & WSJ Bestselling Author
✷ Top 100 Business Women in Silicon Valley

RESPONSE AGILITY
FROM FRICTION TO FLOW
“Magi has changed the way me and my teams execute and makes me a better leader on the daily” - CFO, AFFINIUS CAPITAL

From Friction to Flow is a deeply personal yet universally relevant exploration of how subconscious programming shapes behavior, relationships, and workplace dynamics. Drawing from neuroscience, personal experience, and two decades of working with top executives and organizations, Magi teaches audiences how to navigate the chaos and uncertainty of modern life with resilience and purpose.
Her transformative framework, centered on the three tenets of Autonomy, Agency, and Authority, empowers individuals and leaders to shift from reactive stress states (“friction”) to alignment and productivity (“flow”). This talk offers actionable strategies to reduce stress, enhance decision-making, and build emotional agility—skills crucial for thriving in today’s volatile world.
Understanding how subconscious patterns drive stress and conflict enables you to move forward and reprogram your program. Magi’s inspiring story and actionable framework will leave your audience empowered, energized, and ready to make transformational changes in their lives and work.

IGNITE CULTURE
ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT FROM THE INSIDE OUT
“What a great event! The room was buzzing with positive energy after the presentation and the morning continued to flow from it!”
- CEO, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SANTA CRUZ
Imagine anticipating the moment instead of chasing it. In this fastpaced world we live in, with the onset of digital transformation, people in organizations are experiencing unprecedented amounts of stress and friction that exacerbate widespread breakdowns and challenges. Employee engagement is down and employee turnover is up. Systemic mistrust and a lack of communication and execution are pervasive – all combining to create high levels of burnout, overwhelm, and disconnection in members of the workforce. What would be possible if all that energy was positively pointed in the direction of innovation and people naturally collaborated in service of a cause they all believed in and were willing to set aside their ego for. In today's dynamic hyper competitive marketplace, employee, team, and organizational alignment is the answer for meeting the moment and elevating as a market leader. After experiencing this keynote, both leaders and employees leave with a renewed perspective, attitude, and framework toward their role, their impact, and how they can elevate their team and drive results in service of unified commitments.

Dr. Debra is an international speaker who speaks from her heart to help others shatter the lies that have kept them from achieving their dreams. Having overcome learning problems, abuse, cancer, and trauma, she uses the principles from her studies in transformational leadership; she aids others in uncovering their unique superpowers to live victorious. Degrees in Communication, speech, and drama, a Master's in Education, and a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership give her a base to assist others in unleashing their superpowers and becoming the heroines of their own stories. She has worked as a drama coach and director for over 20 years in schools, community theatre, and churches for all ages. She is proud to be a speaker and workshop leader for Blissful Living, Leo International conferences, WEL Women Empowerment Conferences, Global Research Conference Cambridge England, LOSD Skill Live, Disrupt Aging Classroom, and AARP workshops, Changing the Narrative, Optimal, Show Me, and ASA aging Summits. She's a dynamic coach who helps women own the stage from the beginning by speaking dramatically. Dr. Debra Mrock is the podcast host of She Roars Boldly Women Owning the Stage, an Author and Co-Author of two books.

Hannah Conkey is the Founder and CEO of Mind Pilot, a neuroscience-based consultancy transforming how individuals and organisations think, lead, and thrive. With over 25 years of experience at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, leadership, and strategic organisational transformation, Hannah empowers people to rewire their brains, bodies, and environments for meaningful, sustainable success. A recognised amongst the Top 100 Global L&D Professionals, a regular podcast guest and sought after international keynote speaker, Hannah specialises in translating complex brain science into accessible, high-impact strategies for leadership, wellbeing, and high performance. Through her work, she helps entrepreneurs, executives, and change-makers unlock their innate potential by aligning neurobiology, mindset, and behaviour with business strategy, workplace and life design. Known for her engaging, science-backed presentations, Hannah brings a unique lens to personal growth and entrepreneurship - blending neuroscience, metabolic health, biology, and environmental optimisation to drive clarity, confidence, and capability. Her mission is to empower others to lead vibrant, conscious, and effective lives by harnessing the full potential of the human, business and digital intelligence system.

Dr. Marina Bezuglova Consultant in Human-Centered Transformation | Author | Keynote Speaker Dr. Marina Bezuglova is an international expert in human-centered leadership, emotional intelligence, and organizational wellbeing. With a PhD in Medicine and over 25 years of executive experience in global companies such as GfK and Ipsos, she now helps leaders and institutions create cultures where people thrive — not just perform. Her expertise spans strategic consulting, healthcare transformation, and large-scale customer and employee experience programs. As founder of the Wellbeing Lab and lecturer at SKOLKOVO Business School, Marina bridges scientific rigor with practical insights to help organizations build emotionally intelligent, people-first systems. Author of two acclaimed books — Finding Serenity Amid the Chaos and Balancing on the Edge — Marina offers research-backed strategies for preventing burnout and restoring sustainable balance in leadership and life. Her work has earned international recognition, including the Kotler Award, and she serves as a jury member for the International Customer Experience Awards. Based in Portugal and working globally, Marina brings a unique voice to leadership conversations — one rooted in compassion, clarity, and the belief that success and wellbeing are not mutually exclusive.

Carmen Croonquist is a Money Mindset Business Mentor & Keynote Speaker who helps heart-centered coaches and wellness professionals “crack their money code” to create confidence, cash, time freedom and impact! Fueled by a humble childhood on a farm in west-central Minnesota, where the prevailing winds carried limiting beliefs about money and worthiness, Carmen learned early on the high cost of underearning and overworking. Today, Carmen is a beacon of confidence, guiding women coaches & wellness entrepreneurs through their journey of financial empowerment. She believes that wealth creation is a part of our spiritual path. Her proven methodology merges ThetaHealing with powerful coaching to swiftly identify and dismantle limiting beliefs, replacing chaos and confusion with clarity, confidence, and cash! Carmen’s mantra, “When you have clarity about your intentions, you can live your truth and own your worth at the highest levels,” encapsulates her mission. She is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs break the shackles of financial limitation so they can step into their power, create wealth, and make a monumental impact in the world. With a rich background spanning over 3 decades in coaching/mentoring, leadership, teaching, public speaking, and training coaches, Carmen has served as President of Intentionality LLC since 2003. Her career has also encompassed coaching top executives at PWC, Facebook and Capella, as a faculty member and Program Director at Adler Graduate School and the University of Minnesota, and as the Director of Career Services at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. As a speaker, Carmen has presented to international audiences in Sweden, Iceland, and Mexico, as well as nationally and regionally. Carmen’s credentials include a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, as well as coaching certifications in Money Mindset Business Coaching, Executive Coaching, Career/Life Transition Coaching, Personal Brand Coaching, Neuroscience Coaching, Law of Attraction Coaching, and ThetaHealing. She is a John Maxwell certified leadership coach, speaker, and workshop leader. Carmen and her husband have created an idyllic "Sun Bird" lifestyle, residing in Hudson WI during the summers and Dunedin FL during the winters.

Sonia Villalba Tudela has a BA in Public Relations and Advertising and an MA in Digital Media. She is a certified dog trainer and behaviorist, Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, and has studied dog behavior for three decades in Spain and abroad. She holds an Animal-Assisted Therapy Certificate and is accredited for the treatment of cynophobia. She specializes in the modification of unwanted behaviors in dogs, especially canine aggression, through the daily study of the incidence of overstress and motivation, investigating the bases of human psychology to establish comparative studies between the two species. She is the author of “Relationship between Serotonin Levels and Aggressive Behavior in Dogs”. A qualified life coach, she is especially interested in motivational tools to achieve the best results in her work. She has appeared in several radio and television programs in Spain as an expert in dog behavior. She is also the chairman of Kanstak Sport, an association for dog sports and “Asociación Internacional para el bienestar humano y canino”, association dedicated to the research of human and canine well-being through comparative phychology. Sonia Villalba Tudela is the founder and CEO of Kanstak Educación Canina (Kanstak Canine Education)

Ulrika Celsing is an expert in resilience and sustainable performance, dedicated to helping individuals and organisations build mental and emotional strength, manage stress, and create habits that support long-term well-being. As the founder of Flippin Minds, Ulrika draws on extensive experience in leadership, operational development, and behavioural change to provide practical strategies for navigating challenges. With a background in both the private and public sectors, as well as international health education, Ulrika delivers insights that empower people to thrive under pressure.

Meet Sandeep Amar Guppta — A Human Potential Strategist, Global Speaker, and Creator of the S.H.E. Framework. With over 40 years of experience guiding leaders, professionals, and organizations, Sandeep brings a rare blend of wisdom, strategy, and presence. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in human excellence, leadership presence, and sustainable success — work that connects the inner world of purpose with the outer world of strategy. At the heart of his work lies The S.H.E. Framework — a transformative system that integrates Spiritual Dynamics, Human Potential, and Economic Strategies to help leaders and businesses build futures; where, spirituality and profitability flourish together. He has spoken on prestigious global platforms including Oxford University, The Science of Consciousness Conference, and ISUD, and has partnered with corporates, leadership forums, and associations across the world to help them break growth barriers and thrive holistically. Sandeep is known for making the complex simple, and for inspiring action that is not just smart — but also deeply human. His thought leadership has earned him multiple recognitions, including the India Achievers Award 2023 and the President’s Award 2024 by the Professional Speakers Association of India (PSAI). A Chartered Accountant with a postgraduate degree in Theology, and certified in Interpersonal Neurobiology, Design Thinking, Appreciative Inquiry, and more, Sandeep’s work is a confluence of head, heart, and higher purpose. He has taught Strategic Management at BITS Pilani, Theology at DEI, and authored a NeuroLeadership course for Ubbiquo Business School, USA. Currently on the Board of PSAI and a member of the International Advisory Committee of ME2_Connect Dubai, Sandeep lives in New Delhi with his wife — continuing his mission to help individuals and organizations grow with clarity, consciousness, and purpose.

Joel Yi is a high-performance sales strategist and a Forbes Council and Entrepreneur-recognized expert in scaling elite sales organizations. Since 2018, he has generated over $200 million in revenue for his clients and led teams of 100+ sales professionals. But Joel’s journey goes far beyond metrics, it’s a story rooted in grit, reinvention, and purpose. As an international student in the U.S. in 2015, Joel made a life-altering decision by enlisting in the U.S. Army. A path that ultimately led to his American citizenship and a few years later, a commission as an officer in the U.S. Army Reserves. That experience of service and discipline shaped the mental toughness that defines his leadership today. Following his military service, Joel founded a multi–7-figure sales agency and was named CEO of the Year 2023 for Remote Sales Training.

Dr. Debra Dupree is a Dispute Resolution Enthusiast, Workforce & Leadership Development Coach, International Trainer and Keynote Speaker. Debra has trained throughout North America, Australia and the Pacific Rim in workplace mediation, the interactive process, and leadership strategies. She was voted in the top ten of worldwide trainers by SkillPath Corporate Strategies. Her dissertation on the “Psychology of Good Bosses versus Bad Bosses” has evolved into a 90-day Leadership Bootcamp for Leading Consciously Now. She embraces the philosophy that MINDSET shapes our behavior and how we show up matters. particularly as leaders and mediators, going way beyond race, ethnicity, and religion. Debra served as the President of the California Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (CARP) when the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed when major changes to the California Workers’ Compensation were enacted by Legislature in 1994. Since then, she was featured in Newsweek as one of San Diego’s top psychotherapists, recognized by the Los Angeles Federal Executive Board for her workplace mediation expertise and mentorship, and distinguished as a leader in dispute resolution by the Southern California Mediation Association (SCMA) and the Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR). She served nationally as the Workplace Co-Chair and Newsletter Editor for the Workplace Section of ACR. She was also President of ADR-San Diego and currently serves on the SCMA Board of Directors, heading up the Employment Mediation Institute for 2021. She is an avid educator teaching at Cal Western School of Law in ADR, National University in Conflict Management Systems, Ryokan College in the field of psychology, California State University in Leadership, and on the faculty for the American Arbitration Association and Hong Kong Institute of Mediation. Today, Debra is the founder and president of Relationships at Work, Inc., a consulting and mediation practice founded in 2011 serving organizations and the professional community on the psychology of people in conflict. DR. DEBRA DUPREE – CURRICULUM VITAE, DISPUTE RESOLUTION FOR WORKPLACE ISSUES PAGE 1/9 Hi, I’m Dr. Debra Dupree. I work with people and organizations ‘looking for resolution’ – not ‘looking for trouble’ in the conflicts in their lives. It takes a shift in mindset to recognize the difference and the strategies available to get to ‘both-gain’ outcomes. I leverage the neuroscience behind people in conflict and use behavioral strategies in dispute resolution services to achieve this. I look forward to working with you in the search for resolution for ‘both-gain’ outcomes

Virginia Mijes is a 25+ year veteran in the technology sector with extensive international experience. A leader in the Blockchain and Crypto industry, she is a firm believer in technology as an economic and social game changer with global impact. Has extensive networking worldwide in the industry and works on application design as well as Fintech platforms with teams in EMEA, APAC, UAE Technology evangelist, trainer, and international speaker, she pays special attention to empowering education, research and entrepreneurship giving visibility to projects in the industry. She also collaborates with different initiatives in other emerging technologies. Belongs to different groups of women in technology globally.

DeAnna Green, a remarkable force of nature, is not just your average CEO and Founder of Nydan Group, LLC., a top leading Real Estate Brokerage Firm in Texas. With her distinct accent and larger-than-life personality, she possesses an unparalleled ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life. Despite her diminutive frame, her energy and presence radiate tenfold, captivating audiences and leaving an everlasting impression. DeAnna's authenticity is truly a thing of beauty. She embraces her rawness and wears it proudly, effortlessly forging genuine connections with those around her. Driven by her relentless pursuit of new challenges, DeAnna has ventured into the world of acting. Drawing from her vast experiences, she seeks to bring relatable characters to life on the big screen. Her deeply rooted passion and authenticity infuse each portrayal, captivating audiences and immersing them in the stories she tells. In addition to her acting career, DeAnna is a dedicated philanthropist and an inspiring speaker. Her journey is also chronicled in her memoir, Pieces of Me, which offers an insightful look into her relentless pursuit of challenges and triumphs. Complementing her narrative, she has launched "52 Shades of Wealth," a revolutionary financial literacy product that combines real-life scenarios, gamification, and the power of affirmations and journaling. In 2024, DeAnna and her husband, Claude Green, opened The BiZ Lounge in Houston, Texas. This avant-garde flex space, designed to redefine the workspace experience, will serve as a hub for creativity and collaboration, offering a plethora of amenities tailored to meet the needs of dynamic entrepreneurs and creatives. Together with Claude, DeAnna also co-created the KnocKnoc app, a state-of-the-art business networking platform tailored for entrepreneurs. KnocKnoc exemplifies innovation in digital networking, providing tools for creating and customizing digital business cards, facilitating instant contact sharing via NFC and QRC technologies, and integrating a robust e-commerce infrastructure. Recent publications: - - “Pieces of Me – A Memoir by DeAnna M. Green” – RELEASED MAY 2025 - https://thedeannagreen.com/the book/ “Pioneering Entrepreneurship and Legacy Building – https://www.dearblackwoman.me/post/deanna-green - - - “The BossCHIC of Real Estate” - https://online.fliphtml5.com/oilbg/whta/#p=40 “Women Leaders of Real Estate” - https://medium.com/authority-magazine/women-leaders-of-real-estate deanna-green-of-nydan-group-on-the-5-things-you-need-to-succeed-in-f453b34f19c1 “The Need To Pivot” – https://realestatetoday.com/the-need-to-pivot-the-evolution-of-deanna-green-as-the bosschic-of-real-estate/

Gabriela Vila is a Financial Coach, innovation strategist, and founder of FiNomad operating under the brand Finanzas Nómadas. She helps professionals and freelancers take control of their finances and embrace bold transitions — like changing careers, becoming location-independent, or starting a business — with clarity, structure, and peace of mind. Gabriela holds a degree in Chemical and Food Engineering, an MBA, and a Master’s in Financial Freedom. For over 15 years, she worked in corporate leadership roles in multinational companies across Latin America and Europe, leading innovation and transformation strategies in the engineering and construction industry. She has lived in 7 countries and understands firsthand how financial instability can hold people back from designing a life they truly want. Her breakthrough came after a sudden layoff while living abroad, which revealed a painful truth: despite earning a high income, she had no financial safety net. That experience sparked the creation of her signature method: “A Journey to Your Tranquility Fund” — a personalized savings system that becomes your financial safety net, giving you the peace of mind to take bold steps, wherever life takes you.” This 7-step method goes far beyond the traditional emergency fund. It blends mindset, automation, and strategic planning to help individuals — especially women navigating transitions — achieve financial clarity and long-term peace. Through her mentorship programs, online courses, and memberships, Gabriela has helped hundreds of clients across Spanish-speaking countries build their Tranquility Fund, reduce money-related anxiety, and start investing confidently — even with irregular income. She is also a speaker and podcast guest on topics such as financial wellness, emotional money mindset, and digital nomadism. When she’s not coaching, Gabriela travels with her dogs and lives the freedom-focused lifestyle she teaches — proving that true financial empowerment starts with structure, not just income.

An original thinker and dynamic innovator, passionate about exploring and synthesizing complex theories into clear, actionable insights. With a keen intellect and a zest for practical results, I thrive on transforming ideas into reality, valuing knowledge and competence above all. Adaptable and action-oriented, I lead a fast-paced lifestyle, driven by a spirit of adventure and a commitment to individualism and loyalty. My approach is direct, preferring streamlined solutions and interactions that spark immediate impact and innovation.

Carla L. Coates is a dynamic leadership coach, best-selling author, and the visionary founder and CEO of Coates Consulting Group (CCG), based in Bowie, MD. With over 17 years of expertise in leading high-performing teams across the private and public sectors, Carla has become a sought-after voice in leadership development and organizational transformation. She has been recognized with numerous prestigious honors, including three Meritorious Awards and the Superior Civilian Service Award, presented by the Chief of Naval Personnel for her exceptional initiative, dedication, and exemplary leadership. As the author of the acclaimed book, Let’s Get Down to Business: 3 Steps to Leadership, Carla equips leaders at every stage of their careers with actionable strategies to achieve personal and professional success. Her work draws on a proven track record of coaching emerging leaders and senior executives alike, enabling them to drive meaningful change and navigate complex challenges with confidence. Certified by the Office of Personnel Management and the Certified Life Coach Institute, Carla blends a deep understanding of people-centered leadership with practical tools for cultivating high-impact teams. She is dedicated to empowering leaders to harness their potential and align their mission with success. Carla’s guiding mantra, “If you take care of the people, the people will take care of the mission,” is the foundation of her approach and her inspiring keynotes. When she’s not inspiring audiences, Carla enjoys traveling to new destinations with family and friends, embracing the adventure of life wherever it may take her.

I am a spiritual mentor and transformational leadership coach. During my journey through law school and working at prestigious firms, I witnessed firsthand how the field of law often fails to help others or create meaningful change in other’s lives. This realization, particularly during my time at BDO, LLP, led me to discover my true calling as a transformational speaker and mentor. Now, as founder and CEO of Alyan Mentoring Group™, I combine my legal knowledge, psychology and own spiritual journey to create genuine impact. Through my holistic approach to spiritual awakening, mindfulness coaching, and conscious leadership development, I guide professionals and spiritual seekers to manifest their highest potential. As the visionary behind Spiritual Souls Society™, I've cultivated a transformative community built on three foundational pillars. Our Spiritual Foundation creates the mindset through awareness, compassion, kindness, gratitude, authenticity, and humility. Our Community Pillars facilitate connection through acceptance, communication, growth, trust, and responsibility. Our Personal Growth framework supports individual transformation through adaptability, creativity, wisdom, and emotional intelligence. Through transformational coaching and mindful mentoring, I nurture and inspire lasting change, helping others discover their authentic path to spiritual and professional excellence.

Rosemary Ravinal is a TEDx Speaker, public speaking coach and author who works with high- profile leaders in Spanish and English to fulfill their highest potential at the podium. She is recognized as “America's Premier Bilingual Public Speaking Coach” after decades as a communications leader, spokesperson and media personality for multinational companies. Her TEDx talk, Slay the Dragons of Bad Communication has close 300,000 views. She is author of The Joy of Thinking Out Loud (2026) and co-author of The Difference: Essays on Loss, Courage and Personal Transformation. She holds a master’s degree in Global Strategic Communications from Florida International University and is accredited (APR) by the Public Relations Society of America.

Ambassador Terry Earthwind Nichols is a globally respected behavioral strategist, speaker, and the Father of Repetitive Behavior Cellular Regression®—a groundbreaking technique that reveals hidden childhood memories influencing adult trauma and self-sabotage. A Top 10 Global Thought Leader and author of 10 books, Terry is also a former UN Peace Ambassador at Large and Chair of Evolutionary Healer, a transformational company serving clients in 17 countries and 27 U.S. states. Amb. Terry’s signature talks blend neuroscience, leadership, and human behavior, providing audiences with powerful insights and tools to break through limiting patterns and achieve high-performance results. His Consortium Business Model is revolutionizing how organizations collaborate and lead in a post-traditional world. Known for his presence, storytelling, and authenticity, Terry commands the room—whether on global stages, in corporate boardrooms, or virtually around the world. Speaking Topics: Breaking the Cycle: Repetitive Behaviors & Performance The Consortium Business Model: A New Way to Lead From Trauma to Triumph: Unlocking Subconscious Blocks

Linda Hourihan, HHCP is an international holistic health counselor/practitioner and former owner of The Massage Clinic with four offices in Connecticut with over 8,000 appointments helping humanity transform what no longer serves their highest good into healthier versions of themselves. Linda is an international interfaith minister since 2004 and has earned her Master’s in Chaplaincy, and Doctorate in Spiritual Awareness and Universal Order. She is a former feature writer for The Milford Daily News, founding feature-writer for the Laconia Daily Sun, and contributing author of More Weddings, Funerals, and Rites of Passage. Linda is the winner of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards for her trilogy IN THEIR IMAGE AND LIKENESS, subtitled UNIVERSAL WISDOM; MY RED BAG OF COURAGE, subtitled SURVIVAL WISDOM; and NATURE SPIRIT WISDOM, subtitled LIGHT WITHIN THE ANGEL, MINERAL, PLANT, AND ANIMAL KINGDOMS. She is a finalist in the 2025 International Impact Author of the Year competition for her book, TRANSITIONING INTO THE AGE OF AQUARIUS, subtitled AN ENLIGHTENING JOURNEY. Instead of choosing to walk across the red carpet in Hollywood, Linda instead is choosing to celebrate her hard work in the neighborhood restaurant on Lake Nipmuc, across the street from her childhood home, with her friends and family, all of which bring life to MY RED BAG OF COURAGE on the same day and time of the award ceremony on October 4, 2025 in California. Her last four books mentioned above address how to get out of political, religious, and social cults, all of which often attempt to use various forces to restrict or prohibit the advancement of women in their paradigms. She has also been published in: The Connecticut Post, The Door Opener Magazine, Wisdom Magazine, and Spirit of Change Magazine. Linda continues her life’s mission through her books, her website: https://lindahourihanhhcp.com, and her blog, www.lindahourihan.wordpress.com in her worldwide outreach to make the world a better place to live for every person in it regardless of political, religious and/or social affiliation.

Kemi Emmanuel is a UK-based mental health practitioner, international speaker, Author, Publishing and life skills Coach and founder of Kemi Emmanuel Publishing Academy, a platform dedicated to helping individuals turn their life stories into published works. With over 20 years of experience in Health and Social care, business and ministry, Kemi combines clinical expertise with creative coaching to guide clients from trauma to testimony. She has authored over 24 books in different genres and supports writers globally in healing, monetising their message, and building a lasting legacy. Her mission is to give people a voice and the tools to publish it with purpose, transforming personal pain into stories that inspire the world.