Experts

Timothy Lin is the founder of The Anxious Personality Framework and author of The Anxious Personality: Dissolving the Hidden Components of Anxiety. As an anxiety coach, Timothy Lin integrates various spiritual and psychological modalities. Lin spent 15 years in digital marketing, working with brands such as Toyota Motors, American Family Insurance, and United Health Group.  Simultaneously, he served as an ordained priest within a Christian mystic community, facilitated workshops in Nonviolent Communication, and led the Search Inside Yourself emotional intelligence program that was born at Google at companies such as Kaiser Permanente, LinkedIn, and Pulte Group. He has been a student of the Diamond Approach for ten years. He currently lives in Carmel Valley, CA with his wife and two children.

I am a Celebrity Matchmaker, Dating Expert, Author and former Divorce Attorney. I help successful busy people “get real” about their dating so they can find and maintain the love they want. I also help people understand that you only get one chance to make a good first impression. I am known for my straight-forward, actionable advice that helps people make real changes in their love lives and the way they approach dating. I am also known for my ability to read between the lines and help my clients find excellent and proper partners. I have been in the dating industry for over 20 years and have helped thousands find love. I had my own TV show on NBC called Miss Match. I produced it with Darren Star and Alicia Silverstone played my character. I have a book out, Matchbook: The Diary of A Modern-Day Matchmaker. I am a frequently replied upon expert on shows like Access Hollywood, Today and Extra, in newspapers like New York Times, NY Post and USA Today, in magazines like Glamour, Cosmopolitan and NY Magazine and for online publications like Elite Daily, Bustle, Buzzfeed. I also write for Insider, Huffington Post and Thought Catalog. I have done collaborations and been a brand ambassador for a number of brands including Crest, Febreze, Oral-B, Bliss Spa, Saks, Burberry, and Petco.

Hey there! 👋 I'm Michelle, a marketing strategist with 15 years of experience in social media and community management. I'm also an entrepreneur who built a following of 120k+ in the pop culture and travel blogging space. I've had the incredible opportunity to work with tech, hospitality, entertainment, consumer, and e-commerce brands and have led global teams that have driven growth and engagement. Formerly, I worked in television for 14 years at studios such as ABC, CBS, WB, and Sony.Currently, I'm focusing on my travel blog, Travel HerStory, and my action-adventure novel.

Matthew is a film producer who believes that good stories need to be told. He has run several production companies and served as VP of Production and Development for Mili Picture International. He now brings that expertise to operations and fair trade production at Ecodunia.   He joined Ecodunia because the best stories sometimes come to life in the real world. Ecodunia is a good story that has become a great reality.

Recognized by AdAge Magazine as one of the world’s leading “Marketing Technology Trailblazers” in 2017 and a #1 Best-Selling Selling Author on B2B Marketing and Sales, Mark Osborne brings decades of experience creating Revenue Growth Systems for Early Stage SaaS, Tech, and B2B Services Firms. Mark has delivered tens of millions of dollars in revenue for his clients often doubling revenues and pipeline in 90 days through his focus on building Revenue Systems that emphasize strategic approaches to revenue growth.  He is founder of Modern Revenue Strategies offering a "10X ROI B2B Growth Guarantee."

Marisa King is a seasoned marketing strategist, hospitality innovator, and motivational speaker with over 25 years of experience in the industry. As a trailblazer in the marketing world, Marisa has worked with some of the most influential brands, driving impactful strategies that blend creativity, data-driven insights, and consumer psychology to deliver exceptional results.As the author of "WTF is Happy?", Marisa brings a unique perspective to the discussion of happiness, mental well-being, and personal fulfillment. Her book challenges conventional ideas about what it means to be happy, combining humor, research, and real-world insights to inspire readers to redefine happiness on their own terms.Throughout her career, Marisa has been at the forefront of hospitality innovation, creating memorable experiences that engage and elevate customer satisfaction. Her work has earned her a reputation as a leader in the hospitality industry, known for her forward-thinking approach to guest experiences and her ability to transform concepts into successful, lasting brands.Beyond her professional achievements, Marisa is a passionate motivational speaker who shares her expertise and insights on everything from marketing and branding to mental health and personal growth. With her dynamic, engaging style, Marisa empowers audiences to challenge the status quo, embrace their potential, and live more authentic, fulfilling lives.Whether she’s crafting marketing campaigns, innovating in hospitality, or inspiring others with her message of empowerment, Marisa King is a force for positive change and a voice of wisdom for those seeking both personal and professional transformation.

Madeleine Macks is the Chief Operating Officer of Ella’s Flats, where she leads business operations, strategy, and growth for the family-owned brand known for its clean, all-seed crackers. Prior to joining Ella’s Flats, Madeleine was a Principal at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where she advised Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups across the consumer and retail sectors. Her work spanned brand strategy, innovation, supply chain optimization, and go-to-market planning. She also has a background in real estate and international development—areas she advised on during her time at BCG. Madeleine graduated with honors from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her MBA with a concentration in Strategic Management. She is passionate about building mission-driven businesses that put real food and wellness first.

Laurie Sharp-Page, LPCC-S is a dedicated psychotherapist and mental health expert with a focus on coping strategies. Drawing from her diverse background, Laurie employs an interdisciplinary approach to help individuals navigate life's various challenges in a relatable, empathetic, and meaningful manner. As an engaging speaker, she is committed to sharing the essential components of optimal mental health and motivating others to build a fulfilling life.Laurie is the author of "Conscious Coping: How to Stop Fighting Your Mental Health, Embrace Your Challenges, and Learn a New Way to Cope." She is also the Founder and CEO of Flourish Psychotherapy, a group behavioral health practice with multiple locations across Ohio. This clinician-led organization emphasizes the importance of employee self-care.In her personal life, Laurie enjoys baking bread, supporting the Bengals, and embarking on hiking adventures with her husband and two daughters.

Kelly is a passionate content creator, freelance writer, and blogger based in the United States. With a knack for crafting engaging and relatable content, she runs multiple successful blogs covering lifestyle, travel, food, history, pets, and education. Kelly's approachable writing style and bubbly personality help her connect deeply with her audience, aiming to inspire, inform, and uplift readers through authentic storytelling and valuable insights. When she's not busy creating content, Kelly loves spending time cooking, traveling, reading, and enjoying precious moments with her family.

Kate Fosson is the founder of Brand Pollinators, an organization that helps impact-driven consumer brands grow by leveraging the power of collaboration.Through her work Kate talks with founders every day, listening to their stories, discovering patterns in their operational and marketing challenges, and finding opportunities to join forces to make positive change.Some recent Brand Pollinators projects include:• Zero Waste Sampling Pilot at Expo West: https://www.expowest.com/en/Sustainability-Program/Environmental-Sustainability.html• Annual Impact-Driven Gift Guide: https://brandpollinators.com/impact-driven-gift-guide/• The Green Summit (speaker + featured product): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYbm0MgA9o8Kate holds an MBA from American University, has spent 17 years working with socially and environmentally responsible companies (10 years with CPG brands), and has first-hand experience as an entrepreneur herself.

Josephine A. Lauren, MTS, (she/they) is an internationally-recognized queer and disabled author, activist, and incest survivor. Jo. earned a Masters in Theological Studies, then advanced their career as a minister in national and international contexts, a teacher, then a designer. Through their career path, they learned the value of social equity and the process of design thinking to reshape systems. Then Jo. integrated these skills with content creation and storytelling to build a business that helps mission-driven businesses to improve community development. In 2017, Jo. became an anti-incest activist and community organizer. Their story and suggestions on how to prevent and heal from incest have been published in over 30 outlets including Ms. Magazine, Yes!, America, Spirituality & Health, and Elite Daily. Every month, they author a new piece to subscribers on their Substack, RoadHEAD: Where Travel Meets Mental Exploration. As the co-founder of Incest AWARE, Jo. serves an alliance of individuals and organizations seeking to reignite the anti-incest movement in the US, as well as improve methods of incest prevention, intervention, recovery, and justice.

I am an award-winning scholar and media professional, with a PhD in sociology from the University of Florida. I have taught SYG2000 Principles of Sociology and SYA4110 Development of Sociological Thought in the Department of Sociology and Criminology and Law at the University of Florida and food and culture for St. Johns University in Rome. I am a qualitative researcher and food enthusiast with a deep-rooted passion for authenticity in foodways and the social construction of the narrative of authentic food. I am an expert in Turkish meyhane culture and I completed a three year project surrounding authenticity on Italian restaurant websites. I am the past president of the Florida Society of the Social Sciences. My research interests include the sociology of food, authenticity, gender, and ethnicity in food culture. I am also the founder and editor of Authenticfood.com®.AuthenticFood.com® focuses on the exploration of food as more than just recipes and nutritional information, it is about social experiences and history. Food provides a channel to understand collective identities through social interactions. These social interactions can construct concepts like authentic food. Our mission is to tell the stories of how we construct ideas of authentic food as well as preserve food stories that perhaps disappear as food evolves with the help of home cooks, chefs, farmers, academics, and restaurant owners. AuthenticFood.com® is in the food media and cultural storytelling industry. The site specializes in exploring food culture, history, authenticity, and the socio-cultural narratives around food. This type of industry combines aspects of digital media, culinary arts, anthropology, and cultural journalism, creating content that spans beyond traditional food blogging or recipe sharing by delving into the origins, traditions, and meanings behind dishes and culinary practices worldwide. AuthenticFood.com is a dynamic online platform dedicated to preserving and celebrating the true essence of food. Authenticfood.com® is a property of Roma Media.As CEO at Roma Media, Janna has also been a leader in business for the past two decades, developing marketing strategies for companies, conducting in-depth market and customer research, formulating advertising and interactive programs, and maintaining important industry relations. She specializes in creating and executing result-driven email marketing campaigns that resonate with audiences. She has led campaigns that encompass millions of subscribers and billions of emails, from personalized drip campaigns to eye-catching newsletters, finding innovative ways to deliver value through the inbox while focusing on crafting compelling narratives and driving meaningful customer engagement. She is a firm believer in the power of data and A/B testing. Every email is an opportunity to learn and refine strategies for better open rates, click-through rates, and conversions. She is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.Janna is an avid traveler and has visited over 50 countries across all 7 continents.