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Giuliana Schwab is Chief Creative Officer of GoSili Inc. She is the creative visionary of the brand giving voice and visual direction to all aspects of GoSili’s brand messaging and product line up. Giuliana’s long experience in design comes from her early days in New York where she studied at Pratt Institute and majored in Art Direction. She then worked at notable businesses such as; Scholastic Publishing and Time Inc. After several years in New York, she moved to the west coast and continued to pursue art direction in publishing. While living in Los Angeles, Giuliana landed at Conde Nast Publishing and worked as Art Director for Bon Appétit magazine where she was leading teams of photographers, illustrators and designers to create the visual branding for the magazine. In 2007, Giuliana teamed up with Stacey Feeley to start Silikids. Her experience as a designer and art director helped Silikids establish a solid foundation in product assortment, style and appeal. It is also her experience at Bon Appétit that introduced her to the world of silicone and its’ superiority as a household material. As Silikids grew into GoSili, Giuliana guided the brand along the way creating a bold, passionate collection with a voice and mission to reduce the excessive consumption of plastic waste by looking to silicone as a sustainable alternative. Giuliana, know as “G” to most, is knick named “the mad scientist” at GoSili, which illustrates her curiosity and constant pursuit to create things that offer a solution… always with style, function and purpose.

I'm Gina L. Osborn, retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, former Chief of Safety for LA Metro, and a recognized expert in security, crisis management, and leadership. From a young age, I dreamed of chasing spies, which led me to join the U.S. Army Counterintelligence Program and later investigate espionage cases in Europe as the Cold War ended. In 1996, I became the only FBI agent in Little Saigon, building alliances to combat organized crime. After 9/11, I led counterterrorism efforts in Los Angeles and eventually tackled cybercrime cases like the Sony hack.Through my experiences, I discovered a powerful approach to creating extraordinary impact. Success requires what I call 'Maverick Moves'—bold, rule-bending actions fueled by 'absurd' ingenuity. This mindset allows us to shatter barriers, drive transformation, and accomplish what others consider out of reach. Embracing the absurd isn’t just a strategy; it’s a game-changing way to achieve the remarkable.Follow along as I share lessons on making bold, Maverick Moves that shatter barriers, drive transformation, and achieve extraordinary success. Discover how embracing the absurd can empower you to lead with ingenuity, inspire change, and rise above challenges. To learn more, visit www.ginalosborn.com.

Gina DeSantis is the lead creator behind her brand Gina DeSantis Ceramics. Gina has worked with clay since 1999 but founded her business in 2013. She began her ceramic studies at her local community college and by 2006 earned her MFA from Kent State University. You may have seen her work in Uncommon Goods, Anthropologie, McGee & Co, Shoppe Amber Interiors and the Sundance catalog as well as over 400 retailers around the country. Ms. DeSantis can share her insight on fine craft, home decor, running a small business as a female entrepreneur and life as a working artist. Prior interviews for reference:https://medium.com/authority-magazine/gina-desantis-on-five-things-you-need-to-be-a-highly-effective-leader-during-uncertain-turbulent-ae3fa5b79bachttps://canvasrebel.com/meet-gina-desantis/

Gigi Nevarez PR & Marketing, Owner. I am a creative with over two decades of hands-on expertise in public relations, sales, content creation, marketing and radio. If I don't believe in it - I can't sell it. Visit www.giginevarez.com to see my work.

Gary is the Senior Director of Business Intelligence at Saatva. He is a Statistician with over 30 years of experience in data mining, statistical data analysis, and building machine learning models for marketing and behavior change applications. He is a pioneer and leader in digital (web, mobile, and now IOT) analytics, and a designer of big data, IOT (Internet of Things), connected consumer analytics applications.

Fernanda Gomes is CEO & Co-founder of award-winning clean beauty nail and skin wellness brand: TERRA Beauty Bars & VIBES Beauty. She is a certified and licensed product formulator & cosmetic manufacturer with over a decade of strategic sales, marketing, operations, project management and Clean Beauty Manufacturing experience. Gomes is a motivator with a thorough understanding of goals, B2B / B2C channels and customer relationships, strategy and company metrics. A US Army Veteran that demonstrates competence and poise in any environment, Gomes is inspired by great work, positive social impact, moving the needle and forging great relationships.From beauty, hospitality, destination, technology to consumer goods, Gomes has successfully formulated, launched and managed brands and projects with an ultimate focus on innovation, meaningful connections, consumer engagement, digital and analog experiences.

I spent nearly 20 years in the fashion industry as a designer and creative director at companies including Levis, Nautica, Aeropostale, American Eagle, and The Jones Group. As a brand builder with wide-ranging culture and lifestyle insight, my expertise covers social media, fashion, tech, youth culture, health/wellness, beauty, and home. Over time, health and wellness have become my passion and an integral part of my life, so much so that I was compelled to make my lifestyle my new career. After much soul-searching and considering the new direction I wanted to take in my life's journey, I became certified as an Integrative Nutritional Health Coach and received my certification from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN). My passion for women's health and wellness, especially in midlife, has been the catalyst for my health coaching specialty. I work with women who are struggling to find relief from common perimenopause symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain, insomnia, brain fog, fatigue, and mood swings. And I help women conquer not-so-common challenges like acne, joint pain, anxiety, and thinning hair. Together, we partner to balance hormones naturally and sustainably through diet/nutrition, movement, stress reduction, and focusing on mind/body connection. I emphasize mindset and the importance of mental/emotional/spiritual wellbeing while finding inner peace with where you are in midlife.I draw on the unique combination of my previous career in fashion and my personal victory over health obstacles to offer a holistic and relatable approach to wellbeing. My mission is to inspire and guide women on their individual paths to optimal health, using my firsthand experiences to provide practical advice and support. Whether managing perimenopause, overcoming chronic pain, or simply adopting wellness as a priority, I am dedicated to helping others transform their lives with healthier lifestyle habits. Through personalized coaching, I empower women to take charge of their health, just as I did, and to discover the incredible potential of embracing a balanced and mindful approach to life.

Fady Kasbar is the founder of Blossoms, a sustainability-first marketplace helping families pass along kids’ clothing for free. He leads with purpose, not profit—because he believes profit is the byproduct of doing the right thing at scale. Blossoms is built to make reuse rewarding and sustainability social.

Evan Huston is the Chief Digital and Technical Officer for Saatva. Evan is a results-oriented technology executive with software development and IT expertise, primarily in marketplace/eCommerce and omnichannel retail. Passionate about developing people, processes, and technology to achieve digital transformations that deliver business outcomes and meaningful experiences to Saatva customers.

Eugene Kang’s journey started in his Korean immigrant parents’ Los Angeles convenience stores where he learned the value of food, community and hard work. Later, on a spring break road trip, he discovered a delicious, hand-crafted beef jerky stand and returned home with an idea that soon became a full-fledged company. He acquired Archer (then Country Archer Provisions) when he was only 22 years old. Fourteen years later, Archer is the No. 1 premium jerky brand in the U.S., known for its real, responsibly sourced ingredients and clean-label products that stand out in a crowded market. Archer’s explosive success is a driving force in the growth of the overall meat snack category.Under Kang’s leadership, Archer’s 90% year-over-year growth in 2024 outpaced the category's 5.8% growth[i],, and the company is on track for $500 million in top-line revenue by the end of 2026. A pivotal moment for the company came in 2017 when Kang made the decision to expand Archer’s product portfolio from jerky to meat sticks – that bet is paying off; the stick business is booming. In 2024, Archer’s meat stick sales grew by 187.4%, making the company one of the primary drivers of the overall meat stick category's growth[ii]. In the first half of 2025, under Kang’s leadership, the company underwent a bold brand refresh, which elevated it in a competitive marketplace. Archer also announced a sponsorship of the world champion Los Angeles Dodgers, which brought Archer products to concession stands throughout Dodger Stadium. In the second half of the year, the company will launch its first national marketing campaign and open its second manufacturing facility that will nearly double its production to meet surging demand and further vertically integrate its operations, an approach Kang strongly champions. Kang holds a coveted spot as a Forbes 30 Under 30 All Star Alumnus and is frequently tapped by top-tier press for his leadership expertise and commentary on industry trends. He’s been featured in ABC News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Fortune, GoodMorningAmerica.com, Inc., Los Angeles Times, Money Magazine and many more. Under his leadership, Archer has also been ranked on the Inc. 500 Regionals (Pacific) and Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. for multiple years running. [i] SPINS, Total U.S., latest 24 weeks ending 12/19/24[ii] SPINS, MULO & Natural, Latest 24 weeks ending 12/29/24