Gino Ferrand is the founder of Tekla, a boutique talent partner helping startups and mid-market companies build high-quality engineering teams across Latin America. For over a decade, Gino has helped venture-backed startups and established brands like Major League Soccer and Mercedes-Benz find and integrate top developers while maintaining a human-centered, scalable approach to growth. He is a vocal advocate for nearshoring, quality over volume in outsourcing, and the importance of real-time collaboration in engineering teams.

Jay Conner is a private lending and real estate expert who has flipped over 500 properties and raised over $8.5 million in private capital, helping investors and everyday people achieve wealth through real estate without relying on traditional or hard money lenders. Known for his clear, practical teaching style, Jay empowers others to access funding, structure deals, and build businesses that thrive even in challenging markets. He is a vocal advocate for private money as a pathway to freedom, security, and long-term wealth building.

Jess Hein is a behaviorist, social worker, Reiki practitioner, and creative entrepreneur who brings a unique perspective to understanding human behavior, parenting challenges, and the role environment plays in shaping who we become. With a background in social work across multiple settings, Jess has worked with individuals navigating developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and generational behavior patterns. She is a strong advocate for consistency, accountability, and structured environments while championing empathy and individuality, helping parents and leaders foster resilience and independence without losing compassion.

Chris Condron is the co-founder of Aircon AI, the company behind Captain Cargo, an AI-powered agent platform revolutionizing air freight logistics. With decades in the freight industry, Chris recognized the need for speed, automation, and smarter quoting in a sector often overlooked by tech. Today, Captain Cargo helps freight forwarders quote, book, and manage air freight shipments globally in minutes, giving small and mid-sized forwarders the tools to compete at scale. Chris is a vocal advocate for industry-led technology, leveraging AI agents to improve logistics without adding complexity.

Michel Langlois is a veteran Silicon Valley executive who has held senior engineering leadership roles at Cisco, Juniper, and Calix, helping scale them through the rise of the commercial internet, broadband, and cloud infrastructure. Having led teams through multiple tech revolutions, Michel is now focused on sharing his lessons through his new book, Beyond the Code, guiding engineers on how to evolve into impactful leaders who can build companies that last. He is a vocal advocate for people-centric leadership, thoughtful innovation, and maintaining a moral compass in hyper-competitive industries.

Anthony Calvanese is the founder of Anthony in Italy, a travel media and consulting platform helping people experience authentic Italy while navigating the complexities of moving abroad. A licensed professional engineer turned entrepreneur, Anthony has lived in Italy for over three years, exploring all 20 regions while building a business that helps others obtain Italian citizenship and travel intentionally. He is a vocal advocate for embracing Italian culture, learning the language, and designing a life with freedom, not just routine.

Ben Johnson is the CEO of Particle 41, a software engineering firm providing “special operations for your digital execution.” Having built and exited five companies, Ben brings deep expertise in data science, cloud engineering, DevOps, and custom software builds for high-growth businesses. He is a vocal advocate for building with intention, founder education, and using technology as a driver of enterprise value, not just a cost center.

Nic DeAngelo is the President of Saint Investment Group, a private investment firm specializing in fixed income and real estate-based strategies. With a background in acquisitions and private equity, Nic has led 19 syndications (7 full-cycle) and now focuses on discounted mortgage notes. He is a vocal advocate for sustainable investing, financial education, and American manufacturing.

Nahed Khairallah is a global HR advisor, founder of Organized Chaos, and host of the Organized Chaos podcast. With over a decade of experience consulting across four continents, Nahed helps scaling startups build sustainable operations by aligning people, process, and profit. His work bridges cultures and companies alike, enabling founders to grow smart while avoiding costly people-related mistakes.

Brendan Keegan is a six-time CEO and serial entrepreneur whose experience spans Silicon Valley startups, enterprise transformations, and private equity exits. Known for turning companies around and building high-performance leadership teams, Brendan is also an investor in motorsports and sits on various boards including McLaren Racing. He is the author of “Dare to Disrupt” and is on a mission to develop one million fearless leaders.