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A compelling amalgam of entrepreneurial flair, social conscience, and humanitarian spirit, Tessa Jacocks embarked on her professional odyssey during her college years. She co-founded Teysha, which operated at the intersection of business and social good, providing micro-loans to indigenous artisans in Latin America. Her foray into this venture crystallized her commitment to sustainable growth and societal betterment. Leaving Teysha, she joined the budding dating app Bumble, where her leadership skills came to light. Initially serving as the Director of Marketing, she eventually ascended to Head of Growth and Innovation. Her tenacity and vision propelled Bumble's strategic landscape, extending its reach through various techniques and channels, from SEO/ASO to product innovation. In an extraordinary move, she initiated Bumble merchandise, diverting all profits to The Whole Planet Foundation weaving social responsibility into commercial success. After her stint at Bumble, she took on a role at Argo, a short film platform, where her talents in growth and innovation were further honed. Yet her entrepreneurial spirit yearned for more. She partnered with Chelsea Maclin and birthed Shepard Collective, a consultancy firm that epitomizes her knack for strategic thinking and adaptability. Her charitable endeavors match her professional strides, if not eclipsed. An animal welfare proponent, she cohabitates with two Pyrenees mix puppies, a senior dog battling epilepsy, and two adopted cats. Her commitment extends beyond pet ownership; she's developing a wellness retreat that doubles as an animal rescue center. Tessa's philanthropic undertakings include her active association with Be The Match, amplifying their mission through her robust social media presence. This extension of her generosity encapsulates her larger worldview—communal responsibility and societal contribution are not mere phrases but driving forces in her life.
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John Lauro is an accomplished trial attorney distinguished for his extensive expertise in navigating the intricate terrain of criminal and commercial litigation. Specializing in cases spanning accounting, securities, conspiracy, healthcare, and a broad spectrum of white-collar and commercial litigation issues, he has solidified his reputation as a preeminent figure in the legal arena. Throughout his illustrious career, he has consistently achieved outstanding results in high-profile cases, capturing the attention of the public and securing triumphs for his clients. One of his most remarkable accomplishments was securing a Rule 29 acquittal on behalf of the former president of a nationally renowned healthcare company in a high-profile federal criminal case. This client had been facing allegations of violating national securities and conspiracy laws, and his legal insight led to a decisive victory. In a historic legal precedent, Lauro successfully defended an individual charged in the inaugural "dot-com securities fraud" case, tried in federal court in Manhattan. The outcome was a comprehensive jury acquittal on all counts, a testament to his prowess in navigating complex financial litigation. Moreover, he has exhibited exceptional legal proficiency by providing exemplary counsel to a well-known sports figure who faced charges related to federal wire fraud statutes concerning gambling activities. His steadfast commitment to his clients and legal expertise resulted in a favorable resolution, further enhancing his standing as a leading advocate in the field. One of Lauro’s most significant achievements involved securing the dismissal of all civil claims against a Middle Eastern banking institution in a high-stakes 9/11 litigation case in New York. The case ultimately reached the Supreme Court, which upheld the dismissal, confirming his exceptional legal capabilities. In another noteworthy triumph, he obtained a multi-million dollar judgment against a New York investment advisor who had defrauded an international jewelry manufacturer in connection with an investment account. This achievement underscores his unwavering commitment to achieving justice for his clients in complex financial disputes. John Lauro's journey to becoming a distinguished legal practitioner began in his hometown of New York. He later pursued higher education at Georgetown University, where he graduated magna cum laude. During his college years, his dedication and leadership qualities were evident when he was elected to a position as an Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner in the District of Columbia. This role exemplified his commitment to community service and civic engagement. With a distinguished career marked by extraordinary legal victories and a solid academic foundation, he continues to be a prominent figure in the field of trial law.
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Keith Klouda, a retired NYPD Police Officer and the mastermind behind Pristine Construction & Contracting Inc. With 32 years in the construction domain, he orchestrates remarkable building projects. His journey started in a vocational school for carpentry, and he honed his skills at the NYPD Police Department Academy. Keith's love for cigars and quality time with family are constants in his life. Whether indulging in cigar dinners or globetrotting, he's always adding intriguing chapters to his story.
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Jenni Jepsen works as a transformation advisor at Denmark-based goAgile. She helps people transform organizations to create lasting change. By focusing on the value to be achieved and understanding where clients are and where they want to go, Jenni works closely with them to increase organizational effectiveness, motivation and results. goAgile’s point of difference is to help people in organizations help themselves in this process, and Jenni has proven experience supporting people so they thrive through change. In this way, organizations transform into places where people achieve real value and delight customers every day. Jenni is recognized for her work in change leadership and pragmatic Agile. She integrates neuroscience concepts into her coaching, training and sparring with leaders at every level. In addition to having her certificate in NeuroLeadership, Jenni is also a certified Intent-Based Leadership Practitioner, certified LEGO® Serious Play™ facilitator, and has numerous Agile certifications. Jenni consults, writes and speaks worldwide about leadership, teams, and how to take advantage of how our brains function to get optimal thinking in the workplace. She runs Intent-Based Leadership courses together with award-winning author of Turn the Ship Around! L. David Marquet, and is co-author of TOGETHER: How leaders involve & engage people to get great things done.
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In 2021, Nicola was made redundant after 23 years in the corporate world. Without a plan-B and twenty-six years struggling and hiding anxiety and low confidence issues, she felt destined for the scrap heap. What came next was a lot of soul-searching about how she wanted her life to be, knowing the way she'd been existing wasn't sustainable - her life life was racing by with no sense of purpose, and it felt much too hard. Nicola decided to use her skills and knowledge from 20 years working in the sports industry together with her passion to help others build a healthier lifestyle to found Life Now Coaching, creating tailored programmes for women and corporate teams. She qualified as a Personal Trainer and certified as a coach, and launched herself as an entrepreneur and transformational health coach. Using her corporate background of leading teams, mentoring and coaching individuals, delivering workshops and motivational talks, together with her personal experience of mental and physical health challenges, Nicola is helping others to unwrap what health is really about to build healthy, happy, and strong lives. She is driven to change the narrative of what being healthy is really about to help normalise a healthy lifestyle for families, and ensure our kids grow up valuing themselves to live with health and happiness. Nicola truly believe this change happens when women step into their power and model to others how to live with value in who you are and be the best version of themselves.
$1,501 - $5,000
A qualified public accountant by profession, Nishant has an extensive experience in the statutory audit domain specializing in audit methodology and accounting and auditing standards. His previous stints include over 10 years of diverse experience in large accounting firms including EY, Deloitte and Grant Thornton. In his current role as an associate director in Grant Thornton, Nishant is responsible for managing the technical training requirements of the GT India member firm nationally
$251 - $1,500
I am an author of self-help and motivational literature. I am a single parent who has persevered through many adversities including, health challenges. I promote an existential lifestyle through self-empowerment and self-awareness. I encourage people to challenge themselves and be their best advocate at the same time. I encourage and motivate people to know they are the gatekeepers to their health and happiness.
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Anthony D. Mays is a public speaker, DEI consultant, writer, tech career coach, and software engineer of over 20 years experience. A former abuse victim and foster kid from Compton who taught himself how to code at age 8, he has received numerous awards for his work in the tech industry and has worked with many organizations and Fortune 500 companies. Mays is known for weaving his inspirational story of perseverance into rich conversations about inclusion in tech.
$5,001 - $10,000
Jepson Taylor is a trailblazing force at the intersection of artificial intelligence and data science, currently serving as the Chief AI Strategist at Dataiku. With a rich tapestry of experience, he has seamlessly woven together a career as a leading expert, educator, and podcast host. Jepson's journey into the world of AI has been nothing short of extraordinary, fueled by a relentless passion for pushing the boundaries of what's achievable through data science. Jepson's devotion to machine learning is the guiding star of his life. He sees himself as a guardian of knowledge, watching over the ever-evolving AI landscape while steering the path of learning for aspiring data scientists. His mission transcends the ordinary; he aspires to expand the horizons of data science, an endeavor that has seen him delve into deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), and the entire spectrum of data science methodologies. He is passionate about machine learning. "My life's mission is to further the boundaries of what is possible with data science. I spend as much time as I can working with deep learning, NLP, and all forms of data science." Within the data science community, he enjoys posting opinions on jobs and tutorials on ML methods. He also enjoys speaking and presenting to all types of audiences. "I love my machine learning journey and the bizarre twisted path I took to get where I am today."
More than $10,000
Vast experience with IT Executive Leadership roles and interim CIO roles. Recent experiences include IT Leadership Transitions, IT Strategy, Organizational development, contract negotiations, outsourcing strategy, designing and implementing a cloud strategy or any IT Modernization objectives. Proven technology leader with a passion for process improvement and business transformation. Participated in ten major M&A transactions and managed IT integration or separation actions. Skillfully guides data center consolidation, outsourcing initiatives, and cloud migrations. Drives alignment of IT vision with business strategy. Led implementation of SaaS solutions including ServiceNow, JIRA, Oracle. Committed to developing next generation technology talent. Provides insightful leadership on IT security concerns and incident response plans. Comfortable working in varied industries and sized organizations. Delivers exceptional customer care and manages vendor relationships with a focus on sustainability.
$1,501 - $5,000
Varsha is a Product Manager who transitioned from Data Science to building Products at scale. She strongly advocates for gender equality and mental health topics. She is a dedicated reader who often shares her insights on medium.com/@lalwanivarsha and https://varshalalwani.substack.com/ She has more than 8 years of professional experience working with startups and corporates on products like fraud prevention, automated bidding, and recommendation systems on a global scale. She loves connecting with people, so please feel free to reach out on LinkedIn chat!
$251 - $1,500