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Trilliam Jeong – Co-Founder and CEO of WealthBlock.AI

We built a platform for crowdfunding but no one came to us toraise capital for them. Instead, everyone was asking if they coulduse our technology. Three months in, I made our first pivot.We became a pure technology vendor.

Trilliam Jeong has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. He co-founded and served as the CEO of WealthBlock.AI, a platform designed to streamline capital raising and investor management processes for VC, PE, Real Estate Investment Firms, and Wealth Managers. He was responsible for 10X capital raising efficiency and helped clients raise $1 billion. Trilliam also participated as a cohort at Holt Accelerator in 2019. Prior to that, he worked at the National Futures Association, where he served as a Lead Quantitative Analyst. He designed and built systems to detect suspicious trading activities in the financial derivative market. Before joining the National Futures Association, Trilliam worked as a Media Buyer/Marketing Analyst at Venture Direct Worldwide Inc. His responsibilities included analyzing online ad campaign data, developing email marketing strategies, and negotiating with website publishers. He was also a Risk Consultant at Deloitte & Touché LLP, where he performed audits on budget forecast models and assisted in Sarbanes-Oxley testing. He also conducted an investigative audit for a stock option backdating lawsuit. Trilliam started his career as a Staff Accountant at The Episcopal Church Foundation and later worked as a Summer IT Audit Intern at Deloitte & Touche. Trilliam J.’s education history begins in 2003 when he attended Baruch College. He pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on accountancy, and also chose computer information systems and mathematics as minor subjects. Trilliam J. studied at Baruch College from 2003 to 2006. After completing his undergraduate degree, Trilliam J. went on to pursue a Master of Arts (MA) degree in applied mathematics at Queens College. He attended Queens College from 2008 to 2010. Building on his academic achievements, Trilliam J. then enrolled in the University of Chicago to pursue a Master of Science (MS) degree in financial mathematics. His time at the University of Chicago spanned from 2010 to 2012.Myles Sherman – Founder and CEO of Fuse Family Ventures and Developer of The Astrid 

One of my core values is that whatever you do, do it 110%. Don’t half assanything. My motto is to live with gratitude. Be grateful you live in thisamazing country and be grateful that you have opportunity. Entitlementis the opposite of gratitude.

Myles Sherman is a serial entrepreneur, successful real estate developer, and, most recently, founder and CEO of Fuse Family Ventures. Myles got his start at the age of 24 with five thousand dollars and a pick-up truck in Houston, TX. He built a real estate empire but had a dream in 2008 that prompted him to sell everything before the crash. He then devoted his life to entrepreneurship (he is in 26 deals right now) and giving back. He was the Founding Member of the Houston Entrepreneurial Organization (EO) chapter and later served as Global EO President. Myles was also the Founder of Bank of Houston and Keystone Bank. His portfolio includes hundreds of construction and development projects. His newest and biggest project to date, The Astrid, is a mountainside luxury development set to break ground later this year. In addition to his professional pursuits, Myles is deeply involved with numerous non-profits, including The American Cancer Society, Ronald McDonald House, Dress for Success, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Teen & Family Services (Houston & Austin), SPCA, and more. He is also the Founder and board member of San Luis Spirits (aka Dripping Springs Vodka). Myles Sherman’s contributions and initiatives extend far beyond this, making him a multifaceted entrepreneur and philanthropist.

Tyler “Sully” Sullivan – Founder & CEO of BombTech Golf and now Ecom Growers  

We did a full 180 on how it had been done before. The reality was wecould never afford a big name to sponsor our products, retail was nota channel I like because of its payment terms, and we weren’t bigenough. So, we said no pros and no retail, and we pass the savingson to the customers.


Tyler “Sully” Sullivan is the Founder & CEO of BombTech Golf and now Ecom Growers. Tyler “Sully” Sullivan, a two-time founder, possesses an arsenal of proven strategies that have propelled not only his own business but also numerous others, leading to significant growth. Sully never saw himself as an entrepreneur but his passion for golf and unique business strategies turned his first ecommerce Business, BombTech Golf, into a 7+ figure business. Sully is also the CEO and Founder of Ecom Growers, where he and his team have helped countless E-commerce businesses achieve amazing growth, 6-7 figures in additional sales, by implementing his proven systems. Sully, a two-time founder, possesses an arsenal of proven strategies that have propelled not only his own business but also numerous others, leading to significant growth. Sully never saw himself as an entrepreneur but his passion for golf and unique business strategies turned his first ecommerce Business, BombTech Golf, into a 7+ figure business. Sully is also the CEO and Founder of Ecom Growers, where he and his team have helped countless E-commerce businesses achieve amazing growth, 6-7 figures in additional sales, by implementing his proven systems.Doug Howarth – Author, Inventor, Discoverer of Hypernomics, CEO of Hypernomics, Inc. and Author of Hypernomics: Using Hidden Dimensions to Solve Unseen Problems

Right now, the question is why we have inflation, which I thinkis being under reported. No one seems to be talking about thefact that in the course of two quarters in early 2020, the M1money supply went up by 400%.


Doug Howarth discovered and named the field of Hypernomics, also known as Multidimensional Economics or ME. He formed his company, Hypernomics Inc., around this discipline. MEE has worked for NASA, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, Northrop Grumman, and Virgin Galactic, among others. He and two others in his company patented “Multivariable Regression Analysis,” under US Patent Number 10,402,838, the world’s first software designed to arrange, plot, and decrypt markets in four dimensions. They call it MEE4D. Mr. Howarth has authored 15 peer-reviewed papers across four continents. His book, Using Hidden Dimensions To Solve Unseen Problems, awaits publication. Doug Howarth unleashed a paradigm shift. He discovered Multidimensional Economics (ME). It alters economics in the same way relativity changed physics, as it uses new frames of reference. It starts with four dimensions and adds time for a fifth. But, there is no upper limit to the dimensions considered. It finds the linked, opposing, self-organizing states of Value and Demand at work against each other at all times – just like the game of tug-of-war. At age 14, Doug Howarth sensed the plotting systems created by René Descartes were inadequate for many tasks. Decades later, he made a series of startling discoveries. He found the economy self-organizes in recognizable opposing patterns and devised ways to portray markets in four, five, or any number of dimensions. Doug named this new field Multidimensional Economics, (ME). In 2011, he formed a company, Multidimensional Economic Evaluators (MEE) Inc., who show their customers how to take advantage of ME. MEE Inc. has worked for NASA, United Technologies, Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, among others. Along with two of his MEE colleagues, he was awarded US Patent Number 10,402,838 for Multivariable Regression Analysis, the world’s first software designed to deconstruct markets into their 4D structures. Doug has written 13 peer-reviewed publications acro

Dr. Michael Garko – President & CEO of NutraLogic Health & Wellness
Dr. Michael Garko is the President & CEO of NutraLogic Health & Wellness. Dr. Michael Garko is a results-proven professional possessing a multifaceted skill-set with advanced skills and expertise in human nutrition, communication, social influence/persuasion, consumer behavior, marketing, media and mass communication, teaching/education, scientific research, retail sales, and management. Dr. Garko’s nutrition practice, NutriLogic Health & Wellness, is science- and evidenced-based focusing on nutrition care and counseling. For over 15 years Dr. Garko hosted and produced Let’s Talk Nutrition, a nationally syndicated, globally streamed health talk show. During the course of his career, he has also worked as a communication professor, corporate communication consultant, and trial and jury consultant, along with working as a nutrition and media/marketing consultant for leading dietary supplement companies.Chuck Leblo – CEO & Chief Strategist of Interact One
Chuck Leblo has served as the CEO and Chief Strategist at Interact One for over 17 years. His journey in business and as an entrepreneur began during his time in the US Army Signal Corps. After the army, he eventually worked his way up the corporate ladder to Vice President at various Telecom companies, and then decided to take his experience and start his own company. Interact One has become a trusted source for expert insights and resources in the realm of strategy and problem-solving. In a world where the business landscape can be challenging, Chuck and his team dive deep into the intricacies of each challenge, turning them from roadblocks into pathways. They specialize in enhancing digital presence, refining operational procedures, and delivering strategic insights that produce tangible, positive outcomes. Beyond his professional pursuits, Chuck is a devoted husband, a loving father (and grandfather), a veteran, and a horse lover. He is not your typical polished strategist; rather, he brings a unique blend of authenticity and expertise to the table. When faced with challenges, Chuck is not one to back down; he’s a natural problem solver, always committed to finding effective solutions. His unconventional approach to strategy sets him apart, making him a fresh and insightful voice in the world of business. He is your go-to strategist, ready to share his wealth of knowledge, his unique perspective, and his unwavering commitment to solving the most complex of problems with your audience. Turning Roadblocks into Pathways: Insights for guiding business owners to achieve optimal success,” Chuck Leblo shares his remarkable journey and expertise. He highlights a transformative success story where his solutions catapulted a client’s monthly earnings from 14k to an impressive 140k in under a year. Chuck offers a valuable guide to problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of addressing issues before they escalate, using the analogy that if your bucket has a hole, it’s crucial to stop filling it and fix the holes. Chuck also reflects on his personal journey as a veteran, crediting his military service for everything he has in life. He advocates for authenticity in business, recounting why he believes he should have never traded in his cowboy boots for a 3-piece suit. Chuck shares his inspiring resilience, detailing how his business bounced back stronger than ever after facing adversity during the pandemic. He poses the critical question of how to help business owners solve their true problems, even when they may already identify their pain points. Finally, Chuck offers insights into turning one’s passion into a thriving business, providing valuable advice for entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts alike.

Elliot Kallen – Owner of Prosperity Financial Group and Co-Author of the Book DRIVEN: How to Elevate Your Success as an Entrepreneur 

In the financial services industry, the key thought for you is to developtrust. If you make them money and they don’t trust you, they will stillfire you. If you lose money and they trust you, they trust you to helpturn it around. Trust is everything.

Elliot Kallen is the Owner of Prosperity Financial Group and Co-Author of the Book DRIVEN: How to Elevate Your Success as an Entrepreneur. Prosperity Financial Group, is an investment advisory firm with $300M+ assets under management. They have helped thousands of individuals, including business owners and retirees, manage their money and achieve financial independence. Elliot has 40+ years of entrepreneurial experience and has founded three other companies, including A Brighter Day, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarship funds and mental health resources to teens experiencing stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts. He started the nonprofit in 2015 in memory of his youngest son, Jake, who committed suicide at 19, and it is helping thousands of teens and their families understand, protect, and sustain their mental health. Elliot is also an author, and he recently published his second book, The Entrepreneurial Path to A Life That Matters, which offers advice for entrepreneurs on leadership, including how to lead in difficult circumstances. He has received many awards, including the 2020 Marquis Who’s Who Lifetime Award, Strathmore’s Who’s Who Award, and the Ronald Reagan Gold Medal AwardSonia Kahlon – Founder of EverBlume

I decided to pick a day and allow people to sign up for a free meeting.I acted like it was a meeting that I had been running for a long time andit was amazing.

Sonia is the founder of EverBlume which provides small group recovery meetings where members are matched into groups based on what they are struggling with. The goal is for members to find connection through conversation, and get meaningful support and feedback from each other. Sonia is an orthodontist who built and sold a successful multi-location practice in 2016 and got sober in 2017. Since then, she become a recovery coach and has dedicated her life to making a difference with social impact investing and volunteering with the incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, and victims of sex trafficking. And now she hopes to create her biggest impact by leveraging the power of peer support to create a community for those on their recovery journey. Sonia Kahlon built and scaled her own orthodontist practice over the course of 6 years, experiencing explosive growth along the way. But just as her career was booming, her mental health spiraled out of control, and she developed an addiction to alcohol. When her life became unsustainable, she decided to sell her practice and get sober. Fast forward to 2022, when the end of a long-term relationship saw her struggling with her sobriety once more, and seeking out meetings to avoid self-medicating. Kahlon found that many of the existing meetings deprived her of feedback, advice or individualized support – which was what she truly needed. Kahlon decided it was time to become a certified recovery coach and launch an organization that would more directly help women struggling with alcohol. That’s how she became the founder of EverBlume, which hosts intimate, online group recovery meetings where individuals are matched according to the specific challenges they are currently facing. In Sonia Kahlon’s perspective, she observed that conventional online group recovery meetings typically gathered anywhere from 50 to 200 participants, with only a small fraction, approximately 5%, actively sharing their personal stories. Over time, she noticed that the same individuals tended to dominate these discussions, resulting in a passive form of recovery akin to listening to a podcast, rather than fostering a robust su

Carolyn Haeler – CEO of Mightylicious Bakery

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Carolyn Haeler is the CEO of Mightylicious Bakery, a popular bakery known for its delicious and healthy treats. With a passion for baking and a commitment to quality ingredients, Carolyn has grown the business into a thriving brand with a loyal customer base. Under her leadership, Mightylicious has expanded its offerings to include vegan and gluten-free options, catering to a wider range of customers. Carolyn Haeler is a celiac sufferer who spent years seeking out gluten-free cookie brands. One busy holiday season, she was disappointed yet again when a gluten-free cookie crumbled entirely after one bite. That’s when she realized there had to be a better way, and as one smart cookie herself, she was determined to create a cookie that was gluten-free, healthy, and above all, irresistibly delicious. So, she left her lucrative job at Morgan Stanley and started the MIGHTYLICIOUS GF cookie company. Now available in 7 varieties at Walmart and many other retail venues (and AMAZON of course). They will knock your taste buds socks off!  Kof-K kosher certified with dairy and vegan varieties available.  (You wont believe they are gluten free.)Landon Mascareñaz and Doannie Tran – Authors of the book  The Open System: Redesigning Education and Reigniting Democracy 

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Landon is an educator, writer, and democracy builder. As co-founder of the Open Systems Institute, he partners with leaders around the country to encourage an emerging discipline for openers everywhere. He is the current elected chair of the Colorado State Board for Community Colleges & Occupational Education, appointed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis. He also serves as chair of the Reisher Scholars Program, supporting students across the state to achieve their higher education goals. His new book, The Open System: Redesigning Education & Reigniting Democracy was released by Harvard Education Press this June. He is senior partner at the Colorado Education Initiative (CEI) where he is responsible for community-driven economic development through breakthrough partnerships in the Homegrown Talent Initiative, working in sixty rural districts across eight regions of the state. In his previous role at CEI he helped assemble the Sin Fronteras Education Partnership, a coalition of local, regional, and national organizations co-creating family partnership strategies for New Mexico communities, and he supported the launch of Colorado’s Statewide Family Engagement Center. During the first six months of the COVID crisis, Landon worked with community organizations to deploy the Denver Metro Emergency Food Network, which delivered over 320 thousand free meals to families and elderly people in need. At the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, he worked with friends and partners to help launch Palaces for People to house refugees. He has previously led partnerships at A+ Colorado, served as a leader in the family engagement department in Denver Public Schools, co-designed the launch of the NACA Inspired Schools Network (a network of indigenous serving schools), led Teach For America–New Mexico, and taught first grade on the Navajo Nation. In 2015 he completed his doctorate at the Harvard Graduate School of Education with a focus on boundary-spanning leadership. Landon was born in California, raised in Colorado, attended college in Oregon, and began his professional career in New Mexico—leading him to consider the western United States his home. He lives in Denver, Colorado, with his wife and enjoys traveling, learning about ancient history, and developing his meditation practice.Doannie Tran taught middle school and high school science in both Oakland, California, and Boston, Massachusetts, before leaving teaching to help launch the Massachusetts region of Teach For America in 2009. Doannie was responsible for professional development for all ne

Zack Zalon – CEO & Co-Founder of Super Hi-Fi

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Zack Zalon is the CEO & Co-Founder of Super Hi-Fi. Super Hi-Fi CEO Zack Zalon, whose company helps digital music services and traditional radio integrate AI production into their processes. They now work with companies like iHeartRadio, Peloton, and Sonos and power their radio experiences. But their use of AI was so ahead of its time that often companies didn’t actually believe what they were doing was real. A business idea that’s ahead of its time and the flexibility and grit it takes to make it work. Zalon is responsible for the strategic direction Super Hi-Fi, which launched in 2018, and shares day-to-day operating oversight with fellow co-founder Brendon Cassidy. Recently, the company announced it had been granted a broad and critical patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for technology that allows its A.I.-driven audio platform to intelligently and seamlessly stitch together music and other audio content in digital delivery channels. Current partners include Peloton, iHeart, The Associated Press, and Universal Music Group. Prior to Super Hi-Fi, Zalon served as co-founder and managing partner for We See Dragons, a “S.W.A.T.-style” digital agency that helps some of the world’s largest and most respected brands rapidly bring digital products to life. Brands for which We See Dragons has developed consumer platforms include National Geographic, Johnson & Johnson, Ticketmaster, Comcast, Citibank, Experian, and Madison Square Garden. Zalon has always strongly believed in the power of digital music, and under the banner of We See Dragons he led the design and development of innovative digital music experiences for CBS Radio’s consumer music platform, Cricket Wireless’ Muve Music, Sony Music, AOL Radio and Yahoo Launchcast. Earlier, Zalon was President of Virgin Digital, the global digital platform for the Virgin Group, helping to build and operate some of the earliest consumer digital music entertainment services, including Radio Free Virgin. Zalon’s passion for the music experience has been a constant throughout his career. Early on, he was general manager of Doug Weston’s Troubadour, the legendary Los Angeles live-music venue featuring contemporary music’s greatest names in an intimate and standing-room-only venue. Originally from the East Coast, Zalon now calls Los Angeles home.Jerry Newmann – Professor at Columbia University and Author of Founder vs Investor: The Honest Truth About Venture Capital from Startup to IPO  

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Jerry Newmann is a Professor at Columbia University and the Author of Founder vs Investor: The Honest Truth About Venture Capital from Startup to IPO. Jerry Newmann is a twenty-five-year veteran of venture capital. He was one of the first investors in some of the most successful venture-backed companies of the past three decades, including Datadog and The Trade Desk, and has worked alongside dozens of entrepreneurs as an investor, board member, and advisor. He was named one of the most important VCs in New York and one of the 100 best early-stage investors by Business Insider. Jerry teaches entrepreneurship and innovation at Columbia University. He has invested in some of the most successful venture-funded companies of the past three decades, including Datadog and Trade Desk.