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Hey there! I’m DelRae—holistic esthetician, herbalist, skincare alchemist, and the founder of Loil Life. I created Loil Life in 2016 because I wanted clean, effective, and sustainable skincare that actually delivers results (without the sketchy ingredients). My love for plant-powered beauty started as a personal mission, and now I get to share it with you!Beyond skincare, I’m a mom of four daughters, a multiple sclerosis warrior, and someone who believes in the power of rituals, nature, and a really good face massage. My days are a mix of blending botanical formulas, running a business, and soaking up the little joys in life—whether that’s sipping tea, getting outside, or sneaking in a moment of stillness.Loil Life is my love letter to self-care, sustainability, and glowing skin. If you're into good vibes, clean beauty, and skincare that works, you’re in the right place! 💛

Debbi Barber is a highly successful entrepreneur and co-founder of the innovative Vitali Regenerative Skin Care company. After 37 years as the head of a direct-marketing firm serving global nonprofit brands, Debbi embraced the opportunity to come out of retirement and create a product that she believed would benefit countless individuals. Her inspiration to develop this product stemmed from her experiences with peptides and their remarkable effects on her health and skin. Dr. Suzanne Turner, one of the leading authorities in the field of peptide research, was Debbi's mentor and teacher - introducing her to GHK-Cu as an effective way to treat crepey skin. With her husband's admiration for GHK-Cu's incredible healing powers, Debbi set out to create a more cost-effective, high-quality product of this blue peptide that could be accessible to all.  Through extensive research and study, Debbi has become known as an expert in peptides and the optimization of health and skin. She now serves as a resource in her weekly blog posts, which are greatly appreciated by skincare enthusiasts and professionals worldwide. It is thanks to Dr. Suzanne Turner that Debbi has been able to make her dream happen, and she continues her journey toward helping others achieve healthy, radiant skin with Vitali Regenerative Skin Care! 

David Fattal is the CEO and founder at Leia Inc., the leading provider of glasses-free 3D display hardware and software solutions. He previously spent nine years at HP Labs working on various aspects of quantum computing and photonics, and specializing in the manipulation of light at the nanoscale. He holds a PhD in Physics from Stanford University and a BS in theoretical physics from Ecole Polytechnique, France.Fattal holds over 100 granted patents and was featured on the 2013 list of 35 Innovator under 35 by the MIT technology Review. He co-authored the text-book “Single Photon Devices and Applications” and was awarded the French National Order of Merit in 2014 for developing the “Diffractive Lightfield Backlighting” concept.

Where passion meets experience, you get Dave Phillips. A leader of the golfing world and a visionary thinker, Dave is devoted to helping others better themselves. This has manifested in Dave's two key areas of expertise: golf and coffee. A performance coach of almost 30 years (including 2023 Masters champion Jon Rahm), Dave Phillips co-founded the Titleist Performance Institute, the industry's largest golf, health, and fitness organization. You might have seen him on the Golf Channel, writing for Men's Health, Sports Illustrated, Golf Magazine, or in Golf Magazine's Top 100 teachers in America.As a performance professional, Dave has a front-row seat to the ingredients and products fuelling elite athletes, and through For Wellness, he delivers that knowledge straight to consumers. Dave is the mastermind behind The Good Stuff, which was not only the catalyst for Phil Mickelson's historic comeback to professional golf but also the very foundation of For Wellness.Ask Dave about coffee, functional nutrition, and his grand plans for the future of For Wellness.

Darrin Eakins is the Founder and CEO of DuBlasé Whiskey. He is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University and holds a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering. A leader with over a decade of history in engineering, innovation and consumer goods. Darrin drives a robust business model that is the catalyst for the success of his business ventures, some of which include: Golden Age Innovations, and the Savannah Ghost Pirates ECHL professional ice hockey team.A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Darrin’s diverse professional background has landed him media coverage from national outlets, such as ABC, FOX, NBC and featured publications, such as Authority Magazine, Business Journal, and Forbes. Throughout his career, Darrin has earned a number of awards, including being named Top 40 Under 40 by Florida A&M University (2023) and Top 20 Under 40 by the Florida Black Expo (2021).  Outside of his entrepreneurial endeavors, Darrin is an active member in the community and is passionate about giving back. He is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Business REIN Panel, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, and FAMU National Alumni Association. Darrin serves on the Board for Level the Playing Field Leadership Academy and the DuBlasé Foundation. Darrin also serves on the Board of the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, as appointed by the Mayor of Jacksonville. Darrin is a graduate of the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship Small Business Executive Program Class XV, Hightower Emerging Leader Fellowship Class VII, and Leadership Jacksonville ℅ 2023. Darrin looks to continue his efforts in leading the charge in building a strong community with a unified vision.

The third generation of this cashmere family took the reins in 2003 when Daniel Shlomm became president and CEO. He made Amicale Cashmere a trusted cashmere resource for the country's top retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom, as well as many luxury fashion houses. And now directly to the consumer.

Role at Four SigmaticDanielle is Four Sigmatic's Head of Education and Innovation.BackgroundDanielle is a Registered Herbalist (RH) of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG), Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Best-Selling Author, and Head of Education and Innovation at Four Sigmatic. Prior to joining forces with Four Sigmatic, she received her BA in Environmental Studies and Philosophy from Whitman College.She studied Ayurveda in India and became a Certified Yoga Instructor on the banks of the Ganges River. She then worked with a Naturopathic Doctor in Indonesia where she became a Certified Raw Chef and Detox Coach. But it was leading trekking adventures into the backcountry of Thailand where she became particularly fascinated by herbal medicine. After several years in Asia, she landed in Boulder, Colorado to formalize her education in holistic medicine.Upon completing her graduate studies at the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism, she opened her private practice, Danielle Ryan Wellness, where she works with hundreds of clients across the US, specializing in functional mushroom based treatment for individuals with autoimmune conditions and chronic illnesses. She was invited to become the Instructor of Mycology at CSCH, where she taught for 5 years. Danielle brings her passion and expertise in herbal medicine, clinical practice, teaching, formulation, and her deep love for fungi, to everything she does.

As a Latina, I grew up gathering with family and friends, toasting to life’s great moments. Whether it’s birthdays, holidays, weddings, or you name it, there was always a reason for bringing our community together and for celebrating. That is why I started Saludi in Denver, CO - to bring our community together and support each other with products that are way too pretty not to be used. We took a new approach and created products that inspire through colorful beauty (and make drinking more fun). Our work is showing that there’s more than the black and white of life, but a gorgeous spectrum of colorful and beautiful moments.  Cheers l Salud l Saúde to stylish and unforgettable celebrations!  Dani and the Saludi team 💕 

Dan Abel Jr. is the Chief Chocolate Officer of two beloved St. Louis-based companies:Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company and Bissinger’s Handcrafted Chocolatier.Dan occasionally goes by another nickname: “Willy Wonka of the Midwest.” But nomatter what you call him, he’ll never forget his roots. Dan is a 2nd GenerationChocolatier & son of the founder of Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company. Alongwith his two siblings, Dan oversees the operations of both Chocolate ChocolateChocolate Company and Bissinger’s Handcrafted Chocolatier. Manufacturing,distribution, national sales channel and product development are the key areas to Dan’sfocus. Currently the Abel family is expanding its manufacturing facility, adding a bar anda café – and Dan is very instrumental in the construction management and developmentof both concepts while continuing to push growth. Dan is married with three children –enjoys playing golf, gardening with his young children and spending time with his family.

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Christman is a creative and SEO wizard. With a long and prolific career, Christman has lived many lives and developed many talents with his short 40-some years on earth (but who’s counting). As a former audio engineer, accomplished entrepreneur, and tech nerd, Christman is one of the driving forces behind Fun Fact Co. He oversees the day to day and the nitty gritty of the company, ensuring that manufacturing, operations and finance are all in order. As a proud parent of two human children and some furry companions, he enjoys spending time with his family, gardening and the occasional forrest bathing (aka hiking) when he’s not digging up new fun facts.

Christiane Lemieux is a designer, entrepreneur, investor, artist and author. Christiane introduced her European lifestyle brand LEMIEUX et CIE into the United States in late summer 2020, coinciding with the publication of her first business book “Frictionless: Why the Future of Everything Will Be Fast, Fluid, and Made Just for You" (Harper Collins Business), a 2020 Porchlight Business Book Awards Longlist title. Prior to starting her newest ventures, Christiane was the Founder/CEO of THE INSIDE, (acquired by Havenly in 2022), her direct-to-consumer (D2C) home furnishings brand. She was the Co-Founder of Cloth & Company and the Founder of DwellStudio, which was purchase by Wayfair, the world’s largest online home furnishings retailer, in 2013. Christiane served as the Executive Creative Director of Wayfair until 2016. Lemieux is an active investor in the Consumer and Tech Sectors. Christiane is a frequent contributor to Architectural Digest, Apartment Therapy, Editor At Large, Wired and other Media outlets. Lemieux authored her first book, “Undecorated” (Random House/Clarkson Potter) to critical acclaim in 2011; her second best-selling book (still #1 in Interior Decoration & Ornament on Amazon) “The Finer Things” also was published by Random House/Clarkson Potter in 2016. Christiane entered the television space as co-host and judge on “Ellen’s Design Challenge” - a furniture design competition show on HGTV. Lemieux was highlighted as one of Fortune’s 2012 "Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs”, Received House Beautiful’s Visionary award in 2020, Fast Company’s Most Innovative in 2020 and the House and Home 100 in 2024.  Christiane is a graduate of Parsons School of Design and Queen’s University in Canada. Christiane sits on the board of “Every Mother Counts,” the non-governmental organization (NGO) started by Christy Turlington Burns to fight maternal mortality and support women, babies and health care providers. Looking ahead, Christiane's third book and fourth books, “Provenance” and “The Everything Home,” are slated for publication in 2025.