Being in management taught me how to coach people, bringing out their strengths and teaching them how to manage their weaknesses. Coaching came naturally to me, and my friends, family, and people that I didn’t even know often came to me for advice and help with all sorts of issues, both professional and personal. Every time I was able to help it felt rewarding and I understood this was a unique gift from God that I needed to expand. As of this year, I have become a certified Life Coach. I now know that this is my life’s purpose and I am here to help others grow into their higher selves. To do so requires that we go beyond the weeds of our mind that hold us back and limit the growth of the things we wish to cultivate. This is why I chose the name: Beyond the Weeds coaching service.

A woman that has her hands in many different pots, Allison Lewis is a creative entrepreneur. Working for the University of Kentucky for over 14 years as a Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent, and completing her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Louisville, have served as educational platforms for her advocacy and business sense. For over 6 years Allison has been an influencer and content creator for Absolutely Alli, a life and style blog. She used this passion to create a business called Absolutely Social, where she helps others cultivate digital lifestyles, by monetizing social media channels for businesses and individuals. Absolutely Social provides digital courses, live events, private consultations, coaching and social media management. Allison has developed a book and masterclass called The Business of Blogging and Social Media Influencing.

Carmelle became a member of a local running club and has participated in about two dozen half marathons, three full NYC Marathons, and countless numbers of virtual and shorter distance races. She has also competed in a bikini fitness competition and plans to do so again as she continues to challenge herself in all areas of fitness including her first love, martial arts. With her knowledge, enthusiasm, and experience in this field, Carmelle has become a leader in creating supportive virtual communities for women with her CFIT Coaching programs, incorporating simple yet rigorous nutrition and fitness coaching cycles as well as challenging and zoom fitness classes. Clients and participants have enjoyed her encouraging guidance and fun motivation style, guiding them to reach their fitness goals.

Varil D. Williams, PhD is the founder and (Co-owner John Williams) Director of Heart-to-Heart Coaching; a certified professional Image Consultant/ Executive consulting that shows people how to look and feel good about personal development, leadership, and success. Varil received her Doctor of Philosophy in July 2015. Master’s Degree in Counseling in May 2004. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work in April 2000. She received greater success in their businesses and personal lives serving clients of Faith by achieving a Board Certified Christian Counseling certificate/ from the National Association of Christian Counseling (NACC). Varil, gained expertise in the nuts and bolts of sales, marketing, business, and leadership from her years of Entrepreneurship experience and training. By taking risks, making mistakes, and branding her Brilliance statement: “I Design Elegant possibilities with Mastery & Prestige.” She grew into the kind of expert that you can trust.

Equipped with her education, she gained numerous professional positions that allowed her to teach students from 5 years old to college-level who struggled with their studies and finding a work/life, balance. To help them learn and thrive in this new modern world, she does all she can to make learning fun through patience, kindness, and dedication. As their Mentor, Sneha’s mission is to use her purpose to help students and Millennial women, tackle the ups and downs of learning and life. More than anything, she wants them to excel in their academic, emotional, and social lives while also finding the encouragement they need to never feel defeated and discover the beautiful life they have always deserved.

Dr. Aparajita (AJ) Jeedigunta is an award-winning Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belongingness & Leadership strategist, consultant, trainer and coach. She is the Founder of AJ Rao, LLC, a boutique firm whose motto is Making the Invisible Visible for Better Equity and Belongingness. Companies most often hire Dr. AJ when the status quo "best practices" don't work for them. She works with leadership teams and decision-makers to help them create customized and comprehensive strategies and solutions for intentional equity and inclusion in their culture and operations. High performing individuals with big dreams also hire her to help them radically increase their leadership presence, social impact and income while permanently eliminating the discontent of being overworked and underappreciated.

Dr Tonya knows first-hand about hard times and money struggles. In 2009, she leapt into business because she was facing the possibility of a divorce and loss of financial support from her spouse. She knew that she needed to develop a strategy that led to financial independence. One morning, she woke up and her personal account was in the red, and she DID EXACTLY WHAT SHE HAS SHARED in her mini-business plan course to manifest money. By afternoon, she had earned her first $250 check for a service she sold, and today she generates thousands of dollars in her business and proudly, shows others how to do it too!

Ilhiana is a Transformation Strategy Coach & Consultant, a Diversity & Inclusion Catalyst, a Hispanic advocate, and an international motivational speaker. She has over 20 years of global executive experience in top Fortune 500 companies leading, coaching, and transforming professionals and businesses into success. Her mission is to empower professionals to move from ordinary to extraordinary through meaningful transformation by embracing their purpose, elevating their voice, and expanding their potential. Ilhiana provides transformational coaching solutions, mind-shifting workshops and delivers powerful Keynotes.

Jeanie Chang is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Founder of Your Change Provider, PLLC, an interdisciplinary practice founded on solutions and cultural confidence™ in promoting good mental health and wellbeing. Jeanie’s clinical expertise extends well outside the therapy room. She is an accomplished international speaker for corporate, community, and colleges on topics such as burnout, resilience, mindfulness, stress, workplace wellness, and mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, and suicidality. Jeanie is also a corporate wellness and DEI consultant, executive leadership advisor, and family/parenting coach. In addition, she provides support groups for non-profit and DEI leaders.

Today, June facilitates private coaching and group masterminds for women and people of color who are seeking clarity in their messaging and confidence in their speaking so that they can grow business from a place of alignment. Her clients include birth workers, sexuality educators, therapists, and yoga teachers who are launching their online signature programs while becoming the go-to experts in their industry using their story.

As a trusted business advisor, human capital strategist, and DEIB expert, Kaumudi has helped transform organizations in APAC, EMEA and North America. She has extensive cross-border experience in client leadership, business development and change management. She serves on the executive boards of global organizations and as a c-suite advisor. Kaumudi speaks on “Bias, Inclusion, Technology and Global Leadership”, “Navigating Difficult Conversations” and “Business for Good”. She was recognized as the “Business APAC Influential Women Leader of 2020” and is an award-winning public speaker, executive coach, trainer, and facilitator.

Nazia Zainab Sheikh is a Certified Theta Healer (trained with Bourgeon – [https://www.bourgeon.co.uk/]) and the founder of @the3rdspace.nzs, where she serves as a meditation guide and holistic practitioner. She has worked with over a hundred clients, helping them on their journeys of healing and transformation.

Nazia has been featured on national television and was interviewed by leading mental health and wellness platform @themindfulmissy. Owner of @buttercup.nzs. Baker of choice for the Royal visit to Pakistan in 2019 (Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge). . She expand her expertise by studying Nutrition and Detox with the Health Sciences Academy.

She is a keynote speaker, coach, podcaster, consultant, and author on building self-confidence. She currently inspires women through her highly successful podcast called The Tao of Self Confidence where she interviews Asian women about their inner journey to self-confidence. Her mission is to help Asian Women boost their confidence to live their authentic selves, help Asian Women create a voice in the world, and create a stronger representation for Asian women. Sheena has been featured on MindValley,slice.ca, Marketing in Asia, Manila Times and more. She is also the TOP 100 Filipinos to follow on LinkedIn for inspiration and learning in 2020.

With a professional background in mental health and talent development that spans over 20 years, Nicole has been a catalyst for growth for people and organizations—working with thousands of individuals in educational, corporate and nonprofit settings. Nicole dedicates her life’s work to cheering on others to live and work from a space that reflects their personalities, values and talents. Her works focus on emotional intelligence and authentic power. With her visionary approach to teaching, Nicole has been afforded opportunities to design certificate and leadership courses, facilitate corporate retreats, speak at international conferences, write for well-known online publications and land a spot on the big red dot with her TEDx talk called In Your Eyes. In 2019, Nicole created Edwards Authentic, a vision brought to life by providing transformative experiences for professional women. Through insightful content, workshops and retreats, Nicole aspires to create a sanctuary for women to flourish in their personal and professional endeavours.

With over two decades of experience working in some of the most exciting and demanding business environments, Sherrie is able to bring practical real-world experience to her coaching, mentoring and speaking. It’s this fusion of first-hand experience, personal stories, and humour that enable her to connect so deeply with her audiences and create such inspiring and transformational talks. Sherrie has managed law enforcement officers, worked for high profile executives, worked high profile events, and has had the opportunity to work with the most senior figures in the corporate and entertainment world. Her unique skill set her apart from everyone in the industry. Achieve national and international recognition for attainment of knowledge and skills by meeting established standards of professional advanced practice. Increase their marketability

Kiki is a Blesbian, mother, wife, semi-retired, comic, Editor-in-Chief at a Black weekly newspaper and CEO of BlackHistoryEveryday.com, KikiPosts.com, and KikiPodcasts.

Sheena Yap Chan is a keynote speaker, coach, podcaster, consultant, and author on building self-confidence. She currently inspires women through her highly successful podcast called The Tao of Self Confidence where she interviews Asian women about their inner journey to self-confidence.

Her mission is to help Asian Women boost their confidence to live their authentic selves, help Asian Women create a voice in the world, and create a stronger representation for Asian women. Sheena has been featured on MindValley, slice.ca, Marketing in Asia, Manila Times and more. She is also the TOP 100 Filipinos to follow on LinkedIn for inspiration and learning in 2020.

Annie Hardock is the owner of Abacus brain study. It's an online math study for kids and I'm excited to talk to her. She's an amazing fighter that lives in Canada. She has a great business that she's had for over 10 years, and I'm excited to find out exactly how she has been able to build this business.

Vivian Deguzman is the #1 Money Magnet Activator, Human MRI, TV host of "My Spiritual Money Rx" and "My Spiritual GPS" Int’l Best Selling Author, Speaker, Holistic Physical Therapist, Medical & Business Intuitive & Accelerated Success Coach. Sees the anatomy & energy field in 5 Dimensions (past, present, future, beyond this planet & time-space-dimension reality), Clears invisible obstacles leading to accelerated success in money, health & relationships. Repairs energetic boundaries (physical, emotional, relational & spiritual trauma) so you can say YES/NO with ease and grace. Provides business insight & guided intelligence to mitigate risks for businesses.

Vibha Sharma is the Founder of Holistic Spiritual/Metaphysical, Conscious Business and Mindful Leadership Coach at cosmicways.com, an Author, Vice-President of WICCI (Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry), Global Goodwill Ambassador at Global Goodwill Ambassadors (GGA), Global Peace Ambassador, Silicon Valley Women Warriors LeanIn Circle leader, and San Francisco Chapter for Mindfulness, ALL (All Ladies League) USA- the world’s largest all-inclusive international women’s chamber and a universal movement for the welfare, wealth, and well-being of all by empowering women leadership.

Anita Chan was first introduced to the beauty/wellness industry through Bare Essentials at 14. That sparked her interest in makeup and maintaining the external beauty of human bodies. She pursued an AA degree in Image Consulting and got her Esthetician license while going to college. After three years of working independently, she reached a point where I knew the only way to scale my business was to find a place where she could build a team. It was an emotional, tough, and challenging journey, but it led to what ANITA B SPA is today.

Sabrina Runbeck, MPH, MHS, PA-C is a cardiothoracic surgery PA with more than 10 years of experience in public health and neuroscience. After overcoming burnout and feeling stuck in a career that drained her, she became an International Peak Performance Speaker empowering young professionals to find their voice and overcome the stress of their personal and professional expectations. This allows them to reconnect with their passion, contribute positively to their organizations, and become influential in their fields without feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, or undervalued! She hosts the Powerful and Passionate Healthcare Professionals Podcast, has been featured on KevinMD, Authority Magazine, and Grit Daily. She is also an author of an upcoming book, Asian Women Who BossUp.

I was born in Los Angeles, CA and raised in San Diego, CA by two powerhouse ladies, my mom and grandma with Korean culture. I’ve never met my dad and I grew up as an only child. Growing up in multiple women's clothing stores has trained me to be an independent entrepreneur. I’ve always been fearless at trying new activities, whether it was roller derby or aerial silks. I’m a manifestor, once I put my mind to something, without even knowing how to do it, I do it or it comes to fruition.

Cathy Trinh is a Vietnam-born mother, cancer survivor, global speaker, coach and internationally published author. She is also a fierce advocate for domestic violence, mental health, holistic healing and addiction recovery. She has created a socially conscious platform to raise awareness of the urgent need for mental wellness and self-care in corporate America and across the globe.

Cathy is the Founder of SoulCare Society, a global women’s empowerment with over 1,900 members and Vice-Chair, Board of Director of Sisters without Borders, a non-profit 501c(3) to empower young girls to become leaders within their communities. In addition, Cathy also runs a successful boutique executive search firm connecting financial executives to their next career in Southern California. She has answered her life’s calling to help others discover their passion and create a joyful life they love and deserve through teaching self-love and slowing down practices her book “The Journey, Mastering the Art of Slowing Down into a Beautiful Existence.

Denise Michelle is a Certified Transformational Life Coach, Rapid Transformation Hypnotherapist, creator of HypnoHealing®, Think and Grow Rich Instructor and Self Love Expert with a background in the healing arts and spiritual entrepreneurship.

She began her journey in spiritual entrepreneurship as a certified yoga/meditation teacher and yoga studio owner in Los Angeles, which led her to she went on to leading international and domestic workshops and retreats. She went on to study various healing modalities including massage therapy, reiki healing, sound healing, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) eventually landing in her life’s mission in service as a transformational Life Coach and master healer utilizing Rapid Transformation Hypnotherapy.

Samantha Mui is a native of the California Bay Area. A former culinary student and current food blogger, she has worked in and out of the food industry for more than a decade. Her cooking style is inspired by her travels abroad where she has experienced culture through cuisine. She has been a guest on the Bay Area TV show Check, Please! You can see what she's cooking up on her blog and elsewhere.

Clare Wimmer was born in China, raised in America and now live in Germany. She grew up living, studying and working around the world. This international perspective makes her a true product of globalization. Her friends and family always say that she has lived many lives, each one giving her a new perspective on how life can be fantastic and difficult at the same time. With its struggles and challenges come rewards, failures and success that has moulded her into the person she is today. The ability to fit in while standing out is something that she has mastered.

Mary Dee is a Speaker, Author and C-Suite Advisor specializing in Operations and Leadership. She’s served as COO to many International online education companies and digital agencies and has been doing so for over 20 years. She holds a B.A. in Business from Northwood University and graduated Magna Cum Laude.

In 2018 Mary survived breast cancer and a government lawsuit all at the same time. She spends time mentoring and sits as the Chair of the Board for theBreasties.org, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to creating community and support for young women on their own cancer journey. Her story is one of resiliency, hope and living your best life in spite of the curve balls life can throw.

Marguerita (Rita) Cheng helps educate the public, policymakers, and media about the benefits of competent, ethical financial planning. As a Certified Financial Planner® professional and chief executive officer of financial advisory firm, Blue Ocean Global Wealth, Rita helps people meet their life goals through the proper management of financial resources. She is passionate about helping them navigate some of life’s most difficult issues—divorce, death, career changes, caring for aging relatives—so they can feel confident and in control of their finances.

Rita is a regular columnist for Investopedia and Kiplinger, and a past spokesperson for the AARP Financial Freedom Campaign. Rita volunteers her time as a SoleMate, or charity runner for Girls on the Run, raising money to win scholarships for girls. She is also a coach for 261Fearless, a global supportive social running network that empowers women to connect and take control of their lives through the freedom gained by running.

Originally from Chicago, Liza is a strong single mom who raised her son the best she could to now see him studying diligently at a University pursuing his own journey. Although times were tough growing up, her positivity was the guiding force that led her to follow her dreams and inspire her son to do the same. As the oldest sibling of two families, Liza learned to multi-task efficiently early on in life - a skill that has been vital to her career growth. With an entrepreneurial spirit - she started her first business at 19 providing online travel and ticket services in California. This was a pivotal experience where she learned, first hand, the importance of delivering excellent service with a smile.

When introduced to this crazy, exciting world of marketing and events, Liza knew, intuitively, that she had found her passion. Throughout her career, she worked with some of the most talented people in the industry, and the journey and knowledge gained are priceless. She never thought for one minute that she would be fortunate to end up in such an energized career. Liza advises for anyone out there who is thinking about starting their own business: "Don't be afraid to take risks, never give up on your dreams, and no matter who you’re dealing with - Always autograph your BRAND with excellence."

Amy Lin is an opulent coach, speaker, and author who helps entrepreneurs to create a quantum leap in both their personal and professional lives. Her passion is helping people to become the best versions of themselves because she has a firm belief that everyone deserves to live an opulent lifestyle. The word opulent means having an abundance of wealth full of richness, in three aspects: materialistically, intellectually, and spiritually.

She attended many personal development events in the pursuit to find out how to tap into her full potential and that’s when she met her current mentor Bob Proctor. Bob Proctor is considered the #1 teacher on success and human potential. She decided to get mentored by Bob so she can share the knowledge and tools with as many people as possible. She then became the top 1% of consultants in the world to achieve Bob Proctor’s Inner Circle Member status in the world within six months. After being mentored by Bob for 18 months, she achieved her own quantum leap financially. She turned her annual income of six figures into her monthly income. That’s when she created her own coaching company called The Opulent Academy, a results-based organization with educational programs that focuses on the power of the mind. She teaches people how to tap into their infinite potential so they too can achieve the results they truly desire through a systemic approach and start living an opulent life.

She recently was invited as a speaker to speak at the Best You Expo, the biggest personal development event in the world. She was also featured as a speaker on Amazon Prime Video SpeakUP, sharing her personal journey how she created the quantum leap in her own life following six simple steps. She is also currently working on publishing two books where she will be sharing her journey with the intent to inspire more people to follow their passion and to start living an opulent life.

Lucy Liu is a certified life coach helping women unstuck, beat overwhelm, see clarity, reach dream goals, live a happier fulfilling life and thrive! She is an unshakable optimist, wife, mother, easy-going entrepreneur, women empowerment workshop facilitator, motivational speaker and now makes it her passion to help other women rewrite their life story. She also inspires as the host of her weekly podcast The Lucy Liu Show.

Elizabeth Yang (楊安立) has been practicing law since 2007 and specializes in Intellectual Property Law, including Patent, Copyright and Trademark Prosecution and Litigation; Business Law, including corporate entity formation, contract drafting, contract disputes, litigation; Family Law, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and asset division; and Estate Planning, including establishing wills and trusts. She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Elizabeth was admitted to the United States Patent & Trademark Office in 2007. At the age of 19, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from UC Berkeley in two and a half years. Her IP practice is primarily focused on Intellectual Property litigation at the Federal District and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Elizabeth’s practice also includes complex business litigation, patent prosecution and trademark prosecution.

In 2011, Elizabeth founded Yang & Wang, P.C., a boutique law firm that ultimately gave life to the Law & Mediation Offices of Elizabeth Yang. Prior to starting her own practice, Elizabeth gained extensive experience at various international intellectual property law firms where her practice primarily focused on a variety of technologies, including electronics, hardware, software, variable data printers, fingerprinting sensors, data packet processing, network security systems, microprocessors, and automated telephonic systems along with IP Litigation. She is also experienced in drafting patent validity opinion letters, requests for reexamination, intellectual property licensing agreements and trademark consent agreements.

Born in Hong Kong, raised in England and now residing in Los Angeles, Didi Wong is an Award-Winning International Keynote Speaker, TV Producer, Business Mentor, Best-Selling Author, and Angel Investor.