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Linda Andrews
Founder and Integrative Advisor at Lila Life, where I help high-performing leaders, founders, and organizations align business growth with wellbeing. My approach blends 15+ years of finance,...
Founder and Integrative Advisor at Lila Life, where I help high-performing leaders, founders, and organizations align business growth with wellbeing. My approach blends 15+ years of finance, entrepreneurship, and performance coaching with real-world experience building brands, scaling programs, and navigating transitions.
Arthur Benjamin
A seasoned marketing and business strategist with four decades of experience building companies, guiding educational partnerships, and scaling organizations globally. He has led investments in dozens...
A seasoned marketing and business strategist with four decades of experience building companies, guiding educational partnerships, and scaling organizations globally. He has led investments in dozens of companies and made over 50 angel investments, bringing strategic insight, operational expertise, and growth-focused mentorship to founders and entrepreneurs.
Eric Berman
Marketing leader with 20+ years of experience building and advising world-class brands as a founder, leader, and business developer. Track record of big wins within both large organizations...
Marketing leader with 20+ years of experience building and advising world-class brands as a founder, leader, and business developer. Track record of big wins within both large organizations (Unilever, J&J) and entrepreneurial environments – Meta, KIND, and Gr0wth Dr1vers. Career highlights include creating a new $115M category platform for Unilever, establishing and scaling best practice for consumer package companies on Meta, and launching a successful new marketing agency.
Marlon Bermudez
Marlon Bermudez is a recognized leader in cybersecurity, technology, and risk management with over two decades of expertise. As the Founder and vCISO of Marber Security, he specializes in...
Marlon Bermudez is a recognized leader in cybersecurity, technology, and risk management with over two decades of expertise. As the Founder and vCISO of Marber Security, he specializes in safeguarding ultra-high-net-worth wealth management firms. Holding a Master’s in Cybersecurity and top industry certifications (CCISO, CISSP, CISM, CEH), Marlon combines deep technical knowledge with strategic leadership to deliver proactive, tailored cybersecurity strategies. He is also a published author, committed to educating firms on digital risk management and cyber resilience.
Alex Blinov
I have a deep expertise in SaaS products across multiple industries: ecommerce, fintech, b2b, information security, telecommunications. My background spans eCommerce, Fintech, IT, and...
I have a deep expertise in SaaS products across multiple industries: ecommerce, fintech, b2b, information security, telecommunications. My background spans eCommerce, Fintech, IT, and Telecommunications. I bring a strategic, entrepreneurial mindset to every stage of the product lifecycle. I specialize in creating AI-powered, data-centric products and leading initiatives from 0→1 to large-scale adoption.
Sharon Byrne
I've been a Human Potential Trainer for 19 years working with all kinds of people in all kinds of industries and I have a passion for business. I train people to quiet the mind so they operate in...
I've been a Human Potential Trainer for 19 years working with all kinds of people in all kinds of industries and I have a passion for business. I train people to quiet the mind so they operate in flow state and tap into creative brilliance allowing them to create a clear vision to build their business success from.
Henry Canfield
A versatile professional with a 25-year track record in entrepreneurship (with 16 endeavors), global executive roles, academia, and research across various business domains, specializing in...
A versatile professional with a 25-year track record in entrepreneurship (with 16 endeavors), global executive roles, academia, and research across various business domains, specializing in innovation, strategy, international expansion, marketing, and new business development. Business Professor for Executive Education, Marketing and Management. Been volunteering as an entrepreneur/startup mentor for the past 10 years and part of different organizations Advisory Board, such as FAU Adams Center for Entrepreneurship.
James Carney
Serial entrepreneur with a strong track record in developing software for financial services, online auctions, and enterprises utilizing secure environments and Cloud-based systems. Significant M&A...
Serial entrepreneur with a strong track record in developing software for financial services, online auctions, and enterprises utilizing secure environments and Cloud-based systems. Significant M&A and equity funding background with experience leading high growth situations. Client facing executive with management committee presence and a flair for attracting and developing top line talent.
Enid Casablanca
I’m a brand designer with 20 years of creative experience and a Master of Fine Arts in Branding. A self-described TV and podcast junkie, I cut my teeth at award- winning marketing agencies before...
I’m a brand designer with 20 years of creative experience and a Master of Fine Arts in Branding. A self-described TV and podcast junkie, I cut my teeth at award- winning marketing agencies before leaving the corporate grind to set out to do what my rebellious heart always wanted—create work that is explorative, beautifully crafted, with a bold point of view. And so RAW Made was born—a branding, graphic design, and web design studio for businesses seeking meaningful creative solutions that attract a loyal following.
Julie Clark
Over 10+ years of experience supporting founders, CEOs, and leadership teams through rapid growth, operational transformation, and talent acquisition initiatives. Proven expertise in executive...
Over 10+ years of experience supporting founders, CEOs, and leadership teams through rapid growth, operational transformation, and talent acquisition initiatives. Proven expertise in executive support, stakeholder alignment, OKR management, and building high-performance cultures in fast-paced startup and tech environments. A trusted advisor with a proactive, high EQ approach who thrives in ambiguity and brings structure to chaos.
Industry Experience: Commercial Real Estate, Data Software, Software, GovTech, Chemical, Enterprise Professional Services (Agile Transformation), E-commerce, Digital Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Blockchain, NFT, Manufacturing, Venture Capital, Fintech, Mortgage, Tech Bootcamps, Call Centers, & Automotive Parts.
Michaeline Daboul
Michaeline Daboul is a seasoned executive, entrepreneur, and board leader with deep expertise in scaling companies, identifying and creating new markets, and guiding founders through every stage of...
Michaeline Daboul is a seasoned executive, entrepreneur, and board leader with deep expertise in scaling companies, identifying and creating new markets, and guiding founders through every stage of growth. Known for her ability to help leaders trust their instincts and navigate setbacks with grit and grace, she brings a unique blend of strategic discipline and human-centered mentorship. Michaeline has built and led teams, introduced innovative products into new markets, and raised capital while maintaining a strong focus on values-driven leadership. She is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to turn challenges into opportunities, build resilient companies, and unlocked their potential as leaders who can transform industries and communities.
Edward Gargano
As a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, board advisor, investor, and executive, I bring decades of leadership across startups and Fortune 500 companies. I’ve founded and scaled seven startups five of...
As a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, board advisor, investor, and executive, I bring decades of leadership across startups and Fortune 500 companies. I’ve founded and scaled seven startups five of which successfully exited with revenues in the hundreds of millions, while advising and mentoring hundreds of companies and reviewing more than 6,500 startup pitches helping founders stress-test business models and sharpen their narrative. I’ve helped shape industries, from media and entertainment at CBS-TV, Scripps, and Nickelodeon to advocating for human rights with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission. Whether serving on boards including the Norton Museum of Art, The Runway at FAU, Coditect, and many others, mentoring military veterans, or fostering innovation at Florida Atlantic University’s The Runway and 1909, I thrive on empowering visionaries to turn bold ideas into reality.
Bradley Gies
I own a law firm focused on business transactions and intellectual property. We help people navigate buying and selling businesses, forming new companies, drafting contracts, protecting intellectual...
I own a law firm focused on business transactions and intellectual property. We help people navigate buying and selling businesses, forming new companies, drafting contracts, protecting intellectual property, and securing assets such as real estate and investments.
Sandy Goldman
Founder & CEO of 65Nation, the fastest-growing newsletter for Boomers, and a seasoned marketing expert with extensive leadership experience across multiple companies. Currently serves as Vice...
Founder & CEO of 65Nation, the fastest-growing newsletter for Boomers, and a seasoned marketing expert with extensive leadership experience across multiple companies. Currently serves as Vice President of Business Development at The Beer Bat and is also the Founder of Blue Ocean Marketing, specializing in sports licensing, IP strategy, and consulting.
Gil Greber
WPB attorney specializing in startups and corporate M&A work, Emory undergraduate degree and Miami Law degree. I speak 4 languages.
WPB attorney specializing in startups and corporate M&A work, Emory undergraduate degree and Miami Law degree. I speak 4 languages.
John Hosey
I am the founder of Alloy Consulting LLC, a leadership development and operations consulting company in West Palm Beach. I leverage my years of corporate experience to help small business owners and...
I am the founder of Alloy Consulting LLC, a leadership development and operations consulting company in West Palm Beach. I leverage my years of corporate experience to help small business owners and entrepreneurs enhance their leadership skills and succeed with a focus on company culture, servant leadership and agile problem solving.
Mikita Hrybaleu
I help build early versions of products and turn them into reliable, data-driven systems that can grow fast without huge costs. I built and sold a B2B platform that mixed gaming and banking, then...
I help build early versions of products and turn them into reliable, data-driven systems that can grow fast without huge costs. I built and sold a B2B platform that mixed gaming and banking, then became CTO at Zendrop. I want to help founders navigate today’s fast-moving tech stack — choosing infra that won’t crater budgets, shipping MVPs quickly, and translating metrics into investor confidence — so they can focus on solving real customer problems.
Liz Hwang
I am an purpose-driven entrepreneur passionate about helping women led companies achieve success.
I am an purpose-driven entrepreneur passionate about helping women led companies achieve success.
Andy Kaplan
Andy served as CFO of DonorsChoose from 2006 until his retirement at the end of 2017. Since retiring, Andy has focused on advising start-ups and young companies. Before joining DonorsChoose, Andy...
Andy served as CFO of DonorsChoose from 2006 until his retirement at the end of 2017. Since retiring, Andy has focused on advising start-ups and young companies. Before joining DonorsChoose, Andy worked at Audible, Inc. as CFO. Andy led the Audible IPO and served on its board of directors. Earlier in his career at Time Warner, he served in various positions in the US and Europe, including Director of European Operations and Chief Financial Officer of Time Life. Prior to that, he was with EY LLP.
Reneida Leon
Reneida has over 15 years of experience leading product management, UX and business strategy initiatives in various industries, from EdTech, eCommerce and Economic Development to the Life Sciences....
Reneida has over 15 years of experience leading product management, UX and business strategy initiatives in various industries, from EdTech, eCommerce and Economic Development to the Life Sciences. Her solutions have spanned Web, mobile and API services for both B2C and B2B SaaS companies. Throughout these experiences, end-user data products have emerged as a common denominator, informing her framework approach to managing high value analytics interfaces. Based in South Florida and originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Reneida is fluent in English and Spanish.
Barry Lowenthal
Senior marketing executive, advisor and industry thought leader with 30+ years of experience in media planning and buying, management, operations and strategy. Served 16 years as the CEO of Media...
Senior marketing executive, advisor and industry thought leader with 30+ years of experience in media planning and buying, management, operations and strategy. Served 16 years as the CEO of Media Kitchen, an acclaimed media agency with a strong digital core.
Mike McFall
Senior-level executive and entrepreneur with proven experience in starting and growing new concepts into large enterprises. Developed and patented an e-commerce solution that provides car buyers with...
Senior-level executive and entrepreneur with proven experience in starting and growing new concepts into large enterprises. Developed and patented an e-commerce solution that provides car buyers with a virtual vehicle appraisal and value. It appears on 20 auto manufacturer websites and more than 8,000 auto dealers today. This startup was eventually acquired by a major media corporation and remains a key service provider to the auto industry today. Expertise in Automotive eCommerce and advising early stage companies.
Bryan Monteleone
I have been a part of a dozen or so startups in the sports, tech, apparel, and spirits industry. Some were successful, some were not but all were great learning experiences. Co-Founder of...
I have been a part of a dozen or so startups in the sports, tech, apparel, and spirits industry. Some were successful, some were not but all were great learning experiences. Co-Founder of Drinkubator, the leading digital strategy agency for craft spirit makers.
Kymberly O'Brien
Kymberly has over 25 years of entrepreneurial leadership, executive coaching, and senior-level retained search experience. She leverages her extensive expertise to place C-suite and senior executives...
Kymberly has over 25 years of entrepreneurial leadership, executive coaching, and senior-level retained search experience. She leverages her extensive expertise to place C-suite and senior executives in general management, human resources, and operations, particularly in the finance, accounting, and nonprofit sectors.
She has held significant leadership roles throughout her career, including Co-President of a prominent management consulting firm, Practice Director at a boutique c-suite executive search firm, and Division Director at a national recruiting firm.
O’Brien also spent 16 years as an adjunct professor at the Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology and The State University of New York Brockport. During her tenure, she mentored more than 5,000 graduate and undergraduate business students, many of whom have ascended into key leadership roles within their respective industries.
Roger O'Brien
Roger is the President of O’Brien Associates, LLC, a distinguished management consulting firm established in 1999. With offices located in New York and Florida, we specialize in providing...
Roger is the President of O’Brien Associates, LLC, a distinguished management consulting firm established in 1999. With offices located in New York and Florida, we specialize in providing comprehensive advisory, implementation and leadership coaching to a diverse range of competitive industries. In addition to his corporate work, he is deeply committed to academia and community service. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Rochester Institute of Technology. His work with entrepreneurs includes coaching company founders through the 1909 Incubator as well as The Runway at Florida Atlantic Univ.
Shana Ostrovitz
Shana Ostrovitz is the Executive Director of 1909, overseeing strategy, program development and operations. As an entrepreneur herself she saw firsthand how challenging it can be to build a business...
Shana Ostrovitz is the Executive Director of 1909, overseeing strategy, program development and operations. As an entrepreneur herself she saw firsthand how challenging it can be to build a business in South Florida. So, in 2019, she joined the team at 1909 to help local founders get more support and resources. She blends her past experiences from corporate and startup businesses to support hundreds of local entrepreneurs and grow 1909 into the center of entrepreneurship, opportunity, and innovation in Palm Beach County.
Chirag Patel
A seasoned operator and startup mentor with 25+ years of experience scaling SaaS technology businesses, commercializing products, driving go-to-market execution, and navigating complex growth...
A seasoned operator and startup mentor with 25+ years of experience scaling SaaS technology businesses, commercializing products, driving go-to-market execution, and navigating complex growth transitions. I’ve built and led teams across product, sales, and operations in companies scaling from $400M to over $4B—and now work directly with early-stage founders to help them avoid common pitfalls and accelerate their path to traction, repeatability, and scale.
Jeremy T Pelley
I’m best known for assisting visionary brands in telling meaningful stories. But I also work with people and teams to be more effective, productive, and happy.
I’m best known for assisting visionary brands in telling meaningful stories. But I also work with people and teams to be more effective, productive, and happy.
Thomas Quealy
I have a 37 year investment professional career. I am currently the CEO of Aureum Wealth Management, an SEC registered investment advisor (RIA) based in North Palm Beach Florida. We specialize in...
I have a 37 year investment professional career. I am currently the CEO of Aureum Wealth Management, an SEC registered investment advisor (RIA) based in North Palm Beach Florida. We specialize in creating and managing customized investment strategies for high net worth individuals, endowments, foundations, and corporations. Prior to Aureum, I led an RIA based in New York with approximately $5 billion in assets under advisement.
Michelle Rosen
Seasoned sales and marketing professional with a track record of building businesses, leading teams, and mentoring others to success. I think outside the box, bring creative solutions to the table,...
Seasoned sales and marketing professional with a track record of building businesses, leading teams, and mentoring others to success. I think outside the box, bring creative solutions to the table, and am deeply passionate about what I sell — especially when I know it will truly benefit the person on the receiving end. With experience across the pet health and real estate industries, I lead with purpose, insight, and a strong belief in paying it forward.
Andreas Rothe
CFO with global experience helping companies navigate transformation, governance, and growth. I bring 20+ years of financial leadership across transportation, engineering, construction, and...
CFO with global experience helping companies navigate transformation, governance, and growth. I bring 20+ years of financial leadership across transportation, engineering, construction, and professional services, including both highly profitable and complex turnaround situations. I also coach, advise and invest in start-ups and small companies focusing on strategy, revenue growth, cash flow optimization and fundraising/exits.
Shane Savage
Shane serves as the Chief Strategy Officer for PATHOS, a creative intelligence firm based in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach. Prior to joining the firm, Shane worked for Aon Hewitt as a wealth...
Shane serves as the Chief Strategy Officer for PATHOS, a creative intelligence firm based in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach. Prior to joining the firm, Shane worked for Aon Hewitt as a wealth management analyst in New York City and as a BOLD intern with Google's Healthcare team in Cambridge, MA. Before entering the workplace, he graduated from Cornell University with a BS in Applied Economics & Management and as an AP All-American Wide Receiver for the football team.
Shane is currently an alumni of the Leadership Palm Beach County Class of 2018 and served as Class Liaison for the Board of Governors, in addition to an alumni of the Leadership West Palm Beach Class of 2017.
Christine Sylvain
I am the Founder and Executive Director of the Path to College Fellowship, whose mission is to secure the acceptance of as many high-achieving, low-income students into top-tier universities as...
I am the Founder and Executive Director of the Path to College Fellowship, whose mission is to secure the acceptance of as many high-achieving, low-income students into top-tier universities as possible. My vision is to answer and address one of society’s most urgent educational inequities: access to higher education.
Clara Vanine
Clara Vanine harnesses passion and deep expertise in relationship-building, leadership, and strategic growth to strengthen Marber Security’s presence in the UHNW wealth management sector. As Chief...
Clara Vanine harnesses passion and deep expertise in relationship-building, leadership, and strategic growth to strengthen Marber Security’s presence in the UHNW wealth management sector. As Chief Empowerment & Partnerships Officer, she fosters authentic connections, long-term partnerships, and community engagement that drive sustainable growth and client success. Clara is also the co-cohost of The Authenticity Journey, a Human Capital Forum in Wealth Management, where she explores the intersection of leadership, authenticity, and human connection in the industry.
John W. Young
With almost 30 years in the industry he targets non-traditional strategies to create long term wealth. He enjoys understanding alternative and private Investments, using UBS's global, comprehensive...
With almost 30 years in the industry he targets non-traditional strategies to create long term wealth. He enjoys understanding alternative and private Investments, using UBS's global, comprehensive platform to offer sophisticated solutions. John believes that everyone is in “sales” (and they need to believe this)! Interpersonal skills are critical, both on a professional and personal level, always evolve, and can be improved upon.
