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Mark Menning, PhD is a pharmaceutical scientist and the founder of MARK Los Angeles, a California-based skincare brand pioneering the use of flavonoids and advanced transdermal delivery to address cold sores, acne, and inflammation. With a PhD in Chemical Engineering and a track record that includes formulating FDA-approved antiviral therapies like Truvada and Atripla, Mark brings a rare blend of clinical expertise and entrepreneurial vision to the beauty and wellness space.His first venture, Nucleo Life Sciences, provided laboratory services focused on translational pharmaceutics and novel delivery systems, supporting clinical-stage programs for small, mid-sized, and large pharmaceutical companies. At the core of the brand is XDF™ (Transdermal Flavosomes), a proprietary system designed to solve the long-standing bioavailability issues of flavonoids by enabling them to penetrate the skin effectively.This technology drives a growing portfolio of performance-first products, including the Lip Rescue Serum and Lip Health Balm—a new standard in cold sore care—as well as the E.Q. Clear Skin collection, a clinically tested line formulated with flavonoids to calm inflammation and visibly improve blemish-prone skin.Mark is committed to bridging science and skincare, translating plant compounds into clinically validated actives with real-world efficacy and pharmaceutical-grade precision.

Dr. Ifeoma Okoronkwo, M.D., known also as Dr. O, is a Yale- and Weill Cornell–trained physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with clinical expertise in Regenerative Medicine and longevity science. A recognized leader in the body’s natural repair systems, Dr. O brings a unique medical perspective to skin health—treating the skin as a dynamic, responsive organ that reflects internal wellness and adapts to external environmental stressors.From her regenerative medicine practice in Midtown Manhattan, Dr. O takes a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to restoring optimal function by addressing the root causes of inflammation and degeneration. Her work spans everything from musculoskeletal conditions to the earliest visible signs of aging, always focusing on safe, non-invasive interventions.As Scientific Advisor to Pour Moi Skincare, Dr. O helps translate the science of skin regeneration, barrier biology, and climate-related inflammation into clear, actionable insights for everyday skincare. Her role bridges advanced medical knowledge with Pour Moi’s climate-adaptive innovation, empowering consumers to understand that healthy, resilient skin is not just about age or type—but about how skin responds to the conditions it faces every day.Dr. O is also the creator of The Dr. O Method™, her independent medical philosophy that reflects her broader mission to promote long-term health and renewal through personalized, science-based care.A former Attending Physician at NYU Langone Medical Center and Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU School of Medicine, Dr. O now dedicates her work to educating the public and professionals on the evolving relationship between science, skincare, and the environment. Her goal: to make skin longevity both scientifically sound and personally achievable.

I was born in New York to Pakistani parents, shaped by a life that’s always existed between worlds. From the ages of 10 to 15, I lived in Pakistan, absorbing a culture deeply rooted in tradition while navigating the push and pull of my Western upbringing. At 15, I moved to London, where the city’s energy and diversity expanded my perspective even further. That blend of movement, adaptation, and reinvention became second nature—something I’ve carried into everything I do.My career has been a reflection of that same fluidity. I started in the music industry, working at Sony Music and Universal Music, where I learned the power of culture, storytelling, and brand-building. Later, I led digital innovation at Equinox and then helped shape the future of content and commerce at Amazon, driving marketing and brand strategy for some of the biggest platforms in the world.But Between Spaces is personal. This brand is about movement—not just physical, but the transitions that define us. It’s for those who live between disciplines, between identities, between one place and the next. Inspired by my moments in transition and growth, I wanted to create apparel that adapts to life’s rhythms—effortlessly balancing form and function.

Intuitive Wellness Coach and Author Elle Serafina supports women to manifest more ease and flow in their lives by tapping into their innate energies and natural cycles. As a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (INHC) specializing in Hormone Health, Elle studied holistic Lifestyle Medicine approaches at Harvard Medical School and the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. With over two decades of spiritual study and practice, Elle is a certified Moonologer and Law of Attraction Practitioner. Drawing upon her passions for spirituality and feminine energy, she created the Cycle Magic® system for women to manifest their desires, the Cycle Habits® tracker for realistic goal achievement, and The Cycle Diet® for working in alignment with natural cycles for optimum wellness.Author of "Cycle Magic - Your Guide to Align with Natural Energy Cycles, Beat Burnout, and Manifest Your Dream Life." (Hay House, March 2026)

Bill Shufelt is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Athletic Brewing Company, the largest and most decorated non-alcoholic brewery in America. As an outdoor enthusiast, trail runner, and busy modern adult, Bill realized that alcohol was holding him back from achieving all of his goals, so he left it behind for good in 2013. However, he still loved socializing with friends and family and pairing great brews with delicious meals. When Bill stopped drinking, he was surprised to discover that nobody had taken the time to develop a line of full-flavored, non-alcoholic beers for the 60% of Americans who drink less than one time per week. So, Bill set out to change that by creating a company focused on crafting delicious adult non-alcoholic beverages that didn't compromise on taste or quality. In 2017, Bill left a successful career at one of the world's largest hedge funds to begin building the first U.S. brewery and taproom dedicated entirely to non-alcoholic beer, despite skepticism from industry insiders. Today, Athletic Brewing is the #1 non-alcoholic beer brand in America, with over 19% market share.

Jane Clauss, a three-time Emmy Award-winning television host and radio personality, a brand spokesperson, ambassador, content creator, host, producer, maker and influencer. Jane is not just any host—she's a force of nature in the world of television and radio, with a reputation that lights up every screen and airwave she touches. Her zest for life and creative energy are contagious!Do you need a segment, article, blog or video on how to set the perfect table? Holiday DIY Craft Inspiration? Sustainable Fashion? How to Upcycle old Clothes? Mixing ready-made fashion with thrift store gems? Living Healthy in the New Year? How to cook a healthy meal for a family for under $20. Or do you want your brand or product to be featured on her podcast? Jane can create, produce and be the guest expert or host on those topics and more.Jane is currently the host of the popular podcast Creative Living and recently the morning show co-host of “The Steve Cochran Show” on Chicago’s WLS 890am. Her popular “Craft Room Craft” series can be seen on Made It Myself TV. Jane was the long-time host of Creative Living TV airing nationally on the COX Yurview network and Living Healthy Chicago on WGN-TV.Jane has contributed her whip smart crafting ideas as a guest expert on: NBC’s TODAY Show, HSN, Create & Craft TV, The List, PBSIt’s Sew Easy, House Smarts, NOLA Now, Houston LIfe, Indy Style, AZ Family Life Arizona, We are Austin, FOX Sacramento, Studio 40 LIVE, FOX Chicago Good Day LIVE, ABC 7 Windy City Live, Denver KDVR, FOX Grand Rapids Morning Mix, Local 5 Live Green Bay, Peachtree TV and streaming shows for SewingMachinesPlus.com, Prime Publishing and Brother Sews.Jane has been sewing since age 7, cooking since age 8, and pretend interviewing any family member that would sit long enough since age 10.Jane's credibility, whip-smart creativity, and contagious enthusiasm for the make-it-yourself movement will get viewers excited, inspired and motivated to live better creatively. As a livelong maker and career television & radio host, Jane understands the viewer and can connect with them to help find inspiration and show them how to improve their lives thru creativity.Testimonials: "Jane is one of the best hosts I’ve had the pleasure of working with in my long career. She brings professionalism, preparedness and curiosity to every story she does. Her ability to make guests feel at ease and therefore getting a thoughtful interview is a hallmark of her immense talent. Besides her incredible work ethic, Jane is the kindest and most genuine person you’ll ever meet. She is an asset to any project and elevates any job she takes on." Melissa Thompson, Executive Producer "What can you not say about Jane Clauss. Not only is she a ball of energy but she is one of the best TV hosts and influencers that I’ve ever worked with. We’ve been working together for about 5 years, and it never gets old. She is a true professional. She is always prepared and very quick onher feet. She has a great sense of humor and very quick witted. Jane has been instrumental in Sewing Machines Plus building a very loyal customer base." Blaine Austin, CEO www.sewingmachinesplus.com"One of Jane's greatest strengths is her ability to relate to a diverse audience, connecting across cultures, ethnicities, and genders to deliver the right message for advertisers." James Robinson, GSM CBS RadioFollow Jane on Instagram @JaneMonzuresClauss, FaceBook @JaneClauss, YouTube @DIYbyJane, TikTok @JaneClauss, Threads @JaneMonzuresClauss, Twitter @JaneClauss, Pinterest @DIYbyJane or get inspired and connect with Jane at www.janeclauss.com

As a nutritionist, I've always been fascinated by the connection between what we eat and how we feel. But it wasn't until I faced my own health struggles that I truly understood the transformative power of gut health. Through my journey to overcome my crippling fatigue and autoimmune issues, I discovered that a healthy microbiome is the key to unlocking our body's natural ability to thrive.That's why I founded Goodness Lover—to share this life-changing knowledge with others and provide them with the tools and resources they need to discover the goodness within themselves.We believe that everyone deserves to feel their best, and that starts from the inside out. Join us on this journey to revolutionise your health and well-being, one gut-friendly choice at a time.SARAH OTTOCO-FOUNDER, NUTRITIONIST

Adedapo "Dapo" Iluyomade MD MBA FACC is a non-invasive cardiologist with specialization in Preventive Cardiology and Clinical Lipidology. He values involving patients in their care, and fostering an environment of collaborative medical decision-making. He also firmly believes that instead of treating the disease, our aim should be to treat the patient with the disease.Born in Nigeria to an emergency physician and an attorney, education has always been of paramount importance to Dr. Iluyomade. Growing up in the northeastern state of Maryland, he attended the prestigious Georgetown Preparatory School before completing his undergraduate studies at Emory University, where he majored in Sociology (Pre-Med).He received his medical degree from the American University of Antigua, where he graduated Cum Laude while simultaneously completing a Masters in Business Administration. He then completed residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai - Mount Sinai St. Luke's & Mount Sinai West Hospitals in New York, NY. He had the honor of completing an additional year of training while serving as Chief Resident in the Department of Medicine, overseeing a program of 160 residents. Dr. Iluyomade then moved to Miami for a fellowship in adult cardiovascular disease at the University of Miami - Jackson Memorial program, where he once more had the honor of serving as Chief Cardiology Fellow in his final year.Dr. Iluyomade keeps busy with his involvement in professional societies, including the American Heart Association (AHA), American College of Cardiology (ACC) where he sits of the Florida chapter's Board of Directors, Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) and the National Lipid Association (NLA) amongst others. He currently serves as an editorial reviewer for the JACC: Case Reports medical journal and a Social Media Ambassador for both the ACC and ABC. In 2020, he was selected to attend both the Summit for Preventive Cardiology (Chicago, IL) and the Duke Heart Career Accelerator Course (Durham, NC). He has presented his scholarly work at many national conferences, has published manuscripts, written book chapters and participated in a number of medical quality improvement initiatives. He is currently the site primary investigator for multiple clinical trials at the Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, and received a $50,000 grant to conduct COVID-19 research while at the University of Miami.He continues to expand his professional profile, while finding time still to spend with family, travel and play recreational sports.

Erika has been deeply invested into the restaurant and theater industries since 2006, straddling both to fulfill her innate creativity. Head bartender, Mixologist, and Experience host, she is always looking for new products to improve the ride. Wine enthusiast, beer lover, and cocktail creator, she is currently the front of house manager at Martha’s in Hoboken.

I am a professional Fitness, Nutrition, Health, and Wellness writer with eight years of experience. I am a certified personal trainer, running coach, nutritionist, triathlon coach, and 200-hour yoga instructor. I also have an MS in Exercise Science and Nutrition as well as an MS in Prosthetics and Orthotics.I love writing about fitness, nutrition, running/marathon training, strength training, and health. I am extremely immersed in the field and am always reading, researching, learning, and testing products so I can bring cutting-edge information to runners and athletes of all levels in an approachable and fun way.Perhaps most importantly, I'm an avid runner myself and have been running competitively for 25 years.

My book #LivingSugarFree Revealed is available now on Amazon.#LivingSugarFree is not a diet, it is a lifestyle.I founded Better Me, Inc. in 2007 to help improved communities, businesses and lifestyles one solution at a time. Together we are the solution.

15-time Ironman triathlete, Jen Rulon lives the life of a healthy human who loves to coach others to become the best versions of themselves. Living authentically takes just as much practice as training for your upcoming fitness goals. As a fitness expert, author, accountability coach, and motivational speaker, Jen encourages others to take risks and live their lives to the fullest.Through her social platforms and speaking engagements nationwide, she reaches an audience ready to hear what she has to say and implement the life lessons that have worked so well for her and her clients. Jen also leans into her educational background, having earned a master’s in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science.Telling her story on the TEDx stage and in national media outlets where she shares her 22+ years of coaching experiences, Jen shows us what fitness can look like for 50+. Through her Everyday Healthy Human podcast, Jen helps listeners to find their life’s purpose, age gracefully like fine non-alcoholic wine, and train themselves to figure out who they are as human beings and what they want out of life. She’s an expert on fitness, nutrition, strength training, and how to develop the mindset of an athlete to thrive.Jen has always lived and loved with passion, grit, and heart. She’s fearless and motivated to provide positive content and heartfelt wisdom. As one client put it, “She coaches the way she lives her life, which is beautifully and by example.”Between her speaking engagements, podcast, and book: Self Motivation Strategies for Women, Jen details how to tackle challenges head-on in a friendly, no-nonsense approach.