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Tonya Comer's story is one of rising—with grace, grit, and purpose. From the projects of Pittsburgh, Tonya climbed into broadcast journalism, corporate America, and ultimately, entrepreneurship. She built an award-winning interior design firm and was named one of the Top 20 African American Interior Designers in the United States. Behind the accolades and ambition was a woman shackled by shame and self-doubt. Her own self-sabotage led her to rock bottom. And it was there she found the path to transformation. Through years of inner work to heal the wounds of abuse, bullying, poverty, and abandonment, she developed life tools that rebuilt her from the inside out—tools she now shares with women everywhere. Her book In High Heels on a Ladder: The 7 Power Tools for Designing Your Life is the winner of the 2024 Nautilus Gold Award for Business & Leadership. As a transformational speaker and coach, Tonya helps high-achieving women remove their masks, reclaim their truth, and rise in authentic power—ready to lead, create meaningful impact, and build their legacy. For more information, go to her website here!

At 18 in college, Zen Benefiel experienced a profound near-death experience (NDE) that became the gateway to a life-time of profound transformation and exploration. During this remarkable event, Zen found himself on the threshold between life and death, experiencing a profound shift in consciousness and an intimate connection with the divine. His story is profoundly poignant for our times. Now host of One World in a New World and Co-founder of Planetary Citizens nonprofit and webmaster of PlanetaryCitizens.net, facilitating harmony among people and planet intentionally. Planetary Citizens site

Helen Ye Plehn is the founder of Helen Creates Beauty and the author of The Aura Color Wheel by Hay House Publishing: a system to identify your soul's purpose through your Soul Aura Color. She is an angel channeler, intuitive painter, certified crystal healer, third-generation Feng Shui master, and soul purpose guide. Her signature courses, Radiant Aura Activation and Embody Your Light, based on the Aura Color Wheel system, have named her a Visionary Educator on MSN.com. Her mission is to help one million souls find and live their souls' purposes with joy and fulfillment. Event on 3/20, must purchase book to attend: https://events.helencreatesbeauty.com/soulreset/ Helen Ye Plehn Author, Artist, Spiritual Teacher Website:www.helencreatesbeauty.com www.auracolorwheel.com Instagram:@helencreatesbeauty YouTube:@auracolorwheel

Dr. Glen N. Robison serves as Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. He's board certified in Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Robison is a Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and certified Myopractor. Trained in releasing deep restriction of motion in the body that resides at the root of our symptoms and ailments. Amazon Bestseller: Healthy Dad Sick Dad: "What Good Is Your Wealth If You Don't Have Your Health?" USA Today Bestseller Anthology Book: Luminary Leadership "How top Entrepreneurs lead in business and in life" Inducted into the prestigious Marquis Who's Who. Dr. Robison leads his medical specialty in the use of Prolotherapy for stabilizing ankles, repairing torn ligaments and tendons, along with reducing bunions without surgery. He was a part of a medical mission to the Kingdom of Tonga. Dr. Robison currently operates his private practice of twenty-five years in Mesa, Arizona. https://www.drglenrobison.com/

David Bernstein, MD is a highly-respected, award winning physician board certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Clearwater, Florida. His 40 years of experience have provided him opportunities to observe and empathize with thousands of adults as they age. His insight and ability to monitor patient patterns and outcomes compelled him to share what he has learned with others. He has integrated his practical experience with up- to-date research to develop a strategy to enhance longevity and vitality. A major focus is helping all adults improve their health span and remain healthy and active for as long as possible. Dr. Bernstein is an engaging and entertaining public speaker, addressing various medical topics with his colleagues and the community at large, focusing on individuals and families facing the complex problems of aging, longevity, remaining healthy and youthful. He latest book is called, When it's time to move: Assessing the Why, Exploring the How. https://www.powerof5life.com/dr-b/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00P5U8FFM

Suzanne Smith is a nationally recognized community strategist, professor, TEDx speaker, and founder of Social Impact Architects. A Duke MBA, she has spent more than two decades helping leaders tackle complex issues in education, poverty, healthcare, and workforce development. She has also worked with government agencies— including the federal government—and is trilingual in government, policy, and business, giving her a rare perspective on how meaningful change happens. Suzanne is the author of Social TrendSpotter, ranked among the nation's top nonprofit blogs, where she has analyzed philanthropy and nonprofit trends weekly for over 13 years. Known for her straight talk and storytelling, she helps audiences see what's really happening behind the headlines, learn why society's toughest problems are so difficult to solve, and discover what solutions have been proven to really work. In her TEDx talk, "Everyone Can Be a Changemaker," she shows how ordinary people can take small steps that create extraordinary ripple effects. Whether breaking down giving trends, unpacking nonprofit scandals, or highlighting community solutions, Suzanne makes the case that everyone has a role to play in making change possible. https://socialimpactarchitects.com/

Dr. Gokani graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Illinois with degrees in Economics & Biology. She later earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she also completed her training in Neurology, was Chief Resident, and pursued additional post-doctoral training and certification as a Master Clinical Psychopharmacologist through the Neuroscience Education Institute. Her early bout with insomnia in medical school led her down a path of studying eastern forms of healing, specifically Ayurveda, for twenty-five years. She initially pursued formal training in Functional Medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine. At that time she joined forces with another integrative practitioner and started an integrative wellness center. During this time she managed a team of practitioners ranging from massage therapists and nutritionists to acupuncturists and physical therapists. Dr. Gokani became certified in IV Nutritional Therapy and offered this therapy as a bridge for those struggling to restore energy, vitality, and reduce pain. At this time started practicing Transcendental Meditation in hopes to share this wisdom with her patients. During this contemplative time, she felt a draw to further study the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Due to her early exposure and personal transformation with this science, she decided to become certified in Ayurveda. She thus completed certification as an Ayurvedic Wellness & Nutrition Counselor through Kerala Academy. She then later pursued additional advanced training in Ayurveda through the Maharishi Health Professional Ayurveda Practitioner Program in conjunction with Scripps Hospital. In addition to these certifications, she trained in Pranic Healing and Chakra analysis to further pursue the mind. Her passion for understanding the physical-mental-emotional-spiritual connection to health led her to delve deeper into NLP training. https://truptigokanimd.com/

Interview with author Terry Iverson. Terry Iverson is a manufacturing leader, author, and keynote speaker dedicated to reshaping America's perception of skilled trades. As founder of CHAMPION Now!, and author of Finding America's Greatest Champion and Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing, Terry brings over 45 years of experience mentoring and inspiring the next generation of makers. He is the author of: "Inspiring Champions in Manufacturing" and "Finding America's Greatest Champion". https://championnow.org/inspiringchampionsinmanufacturing/

FOUNDERS OF ONE FLESH MINISTRIES, Terry and Carol Moss are relationship experts, coaches, mentors, and authors dedicated to strengthening marriages and relationships through biblical principles. With 50+ years of ministry experience, they've written In the Beginning It Was Not So and Whole You Before Two and lead the Marriage by Design program serving couples worldwide. Married nearly 20 years, they live in Lake Worth, Florida. https://onefleshministries.org/about/

Dr. Marina is a Canadian OBGYN with over 30 years of clinical experience and a trusted expert in fertility, lifestyle medicine, and women's health. She is the author of Optimize Your Fertility Naturally, where she reframes fertility as a vital sign of overall health and longevity. Blending evidence-based medicine with nutrition, sleep, stress, environmental health, and mindset, Dr. Marina empowers women and couples to take ownership of their reproductive health—whether they are trying to conceive now or planning. Her work bridges science, wisdom, and compassionate care. https://drmarinaobgyn.com/

Melissa Jean Rod, author, wife, mom, and "Honey" to her grandsons. Her debut book, The Daddy Files, dives into her decades-long hunt for the truth about her father-complete with family secrets, DNA plot twists, and a mom who once claimed she'd been switched at birth. With humor, grit, and a little Texas sass, Melissa shows how forgiveness and God's love can turn even a Lifetime-movie mess into a story worth telling. https://melissajeanrod.com/ Buy "The Daddy Files" now

Laurie S. Jacobson is an author, speaker, and Certified Health Coach. She has spent more than 25 years promoting health and well- ness through education, media, and personal appearances. She's been featured in local and national publications, and hosted Cooking for Health on WJAC-TV. She is the author of Unexpected Awakening that was released in March 2025, available in both formats! https://lauriesjacobson.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Unexpected-Awakening-Buddhist-Monastery-Freed/dp/B0F19WNV2M/

Chris Livezey is a living testament to the power of personal transformation. Despite facing significant challenges during his adolescence, Chris defied the odds and emerged as a remarkable success story. Motivated by the belief that he could conquer any challenge and prove his doubters wrong, Chris immersed himself into intensive self-improvement studies, attended expert seminars, devoured books on personal development, and sought guidance from some of the leading experts in the field. His journey led to the creation of his principles of success, a transformative framework designed to help individuals significantly improve their lives. His highly anticipated book, "The Shortcut to Magnificence," has received widespread acclaim for its transformative power and its ability to help individuals unlock their true potential and live magnificent lives. https://www.chrislivezey.com/ Buy The Shortcut To Magnificence now!

Jodi Velazquez was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Robert Morris University with a bachelor's degree in marketing communications and an emphasis on writing. After graduating, Jodi left Pittsburgh to accompany her husband who accepted a job in Texas with the government. After multiple moves, and learning how stressful moving can be, Jodi self-published the "Slick Move Guide" to help others with relocation. The book is sold on Amazon and used by home builders, sports teams, moving companies, and the National Association of Realtors. In 2014, Jodi Velazquez was interviewed as an "Ultimate Expert" about relocation in Woman's World Magazine's April 24th Edition. The Slick Move Guide received the 2014 – 2015 TAZ Award for Business & Reference (Pittsburgh, PA author award). Over the years, Jodi has worked as an account executive, and she also was a TV Co-Host on Pittsburgh Community Television for eight years (2012 – 2020) on a show called "1st & 10 with Smokin Jim and Jodi" where they interviewed sports and wellness professionals to enlighten the community. In 2020, Jodi was a content writer creating health and wellness articles for the Downtown Community Development Corporation - Common Thread, Pittsburgh, PA a bi-monthly newsletter. Her latest book, Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes and Disease is a collection of 16 years of documenting her journey of helping her young daughter with diabetes management. Her daughter is now in her twenties. This memoir and self-help book details the discovery of healthy habits and good nutrition that paved the way for successful management which she incorporated into the entire family. Jodi worked with Atlas Elite Publishing Partners to produce and publish this book. It won in the diet and nutrition category in the International Impact Book Awards. It won in the same category for the Four Season Book Awards. In May of this year, there was a featured article in the New York Post about my book. (link below) Also, I will now be a mentor on MentorPark.com helping people with diabetes and people that want to incorporate better nutrition and lifestyle habits. She resides in Pittsburgh, PA with her husband and two daughters. https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodi-Velazquez/author/B003A6MJW8?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Beatty Carmichael is a leading expert in spiritual laws and how they affect our health, emotions, and behaviors. After 25 years in business, he uncovered a radical truth: most pain, mental illness, sickness, and trauma aren't rooted in physical or emotional causes, but in the spiritual realm. By identifying and removing the specific spiritual roots behind these struggles, he's helped over1,000 people find freedom from things like emotional wounds from relationship conflict, chronic pain, anxiety, addiction, suicidal thoughts, and even bipolar disorder—issues that medical science often can't resolve. Once the root is gone, the problem typically disappears in less than 24 hours—with a documented 90% success rate. Beatty outlines this simple, step-by-step method in his book, The Prayer of Freedom, available at www.ThePrayerOfFreedomBook.com.

Website: http://www.jamie-lerner.com/ Media Page: https://jamie-lerner.com/media.html Jamie Lerner, co-author of the book The Ever-Loving Essence of You, can put a fresh spin on just about anything that anyone throws her way. Her unique and masterful ability to re-frame even the most difficult situations is astounding. All of a sudden, your biggest nightmare becomes your greatest pleasure as she lovingly helps you sift through the contrast and find that small opening of light that quickly becomes your greatest jumping off point for clarity. Jamie Lerner can most often be seen working with adults, teens, children, and couples as well as with small groups. Jamie is an Integrative Well-Being Therapist who resides in the Southern California area.

Michael helps people jointly hear, feel & see Angels, a shared experience that leaves no room for doubt. You can also meet divine figures from India, Native American Chiefs, galactic figures, Saints, Mary, Buddha, Plato, Jesus, plus many others, including loved ones. Connect to the Universe with no boundaries for a direct, private experience. Answers come in any language, and Michael never sees your questions. See auras, light and even light symbols in the air around you. Michael's book "Listening to Angels" is Amazon's No 1 Bestseller 2x in "Angels," He's the YouTube host of the "Angels, Positivity & Love" show where guests often take steps with Angels (345 episodes booked into October 2026/ 836,000 channel visits). He's appeared on Coast to Coast AM twice, presented at Omega Institute and been a panelist at a Shift Network summit. WEBSITE https://www.MichaelAndreFord.com YOUTUBE CHANNELS https://www.YouTube.com/c/MichaelAndreFord https://www.YouTube.com/MichaelAndreFord https://www.YouTube.com/@MichaelAndreFord INSTRAGRAM https://www.Instagram.com/MIchaelAndreFord To tag Michael's account: @MichaelAndreFord AMAZON AUTHOR PROFILE https://www.Amazon.com/author/angels LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/michaelandreford PERSONAL FACEBOOK https://www.Facebook.com/MichaelAndreFord BUSINESS FACEBOOK https://www.Facebook.com/AngelsWhisk PERSONAL LINKEDIN www.LinkedIn.com/in/meetangels BUSINESS LINKEDIN https://www.LinkedIn.com/company/michaelandreford "X" (aka TWITTER) @SeeHearAngels https://x.com/SeeHearAngels

https://store.circadian.com/ https://thelightdoctor.com/ For over 40 years, Dr. Moore-Ede has been a leading expert on circadian clocks and the health problems including sleep disorders, fatigue, diabetes and cancer caused by light at night. As a professor at Harvard Medical School (1975 – 1998), he led the team that located the suprachiasmatic nucleus, the biological clock in the human brain that controls the timing of sleep and wake, pioneered research on how the human body can safely adapt to working around the clock, and wrote the best-selling book "The Clocks That Time Us" In 1983 Dr Moore-Ede founded the global consulting and technology firm, CIRCADIAN® (www.circadian.com) which optimizes 24/7 workforce productivity, health and safety with a client base that now includes over half of the Fortune 500, from offices in Boston, London, Amsterdam, Brisbane and Osaka. Based on this experience, he wrote the global best-selling book "The Twenty-Four Hour Society: Understanding Human Limits in a World That Never Stops" that was published in six languages. To address his clients' growing concerns about the harmful effects of conventional fluorescent and LED lighting on workplace health, safety and performance, Dr Moore-Ede founded the CIRCADIAN Light Research Center in 2010 which identified the key blue wavelengths that synchronize circadian clocks. He then spun off CIRCADIAN ZircLight in 2011 to develop evidence-based LED circadian lights that provide healthy blue-rich light during the day and blue-depleted safe light at night based on medical research and an IP portfolio. In 2022 the IP for evidence-based circadian lighting was acquired by Korrus, the leaders in human-light interaction. Dr. Moore-Ede graduated with a First-Class Honors degree in Physiology from the University of London, and received his medical degrees from Guy's Hospital Medical School, and his Ph.D. in Physiology from Harvard University. He has published 10 books and more than 180 scientific papers on the physiology of the circadian system, interaction with environmental light and the consequences of circadian disruption including human fatigue, ill-health, errors and accidents. Dr. Moore-Ede holds multiple patents on assessing and mitigating circadian disruption and fatigue. He has served on multiple national and international committees, and has received numerous awards including the Bowditch Lectureship of the American Physiological Society. He is a frequent guest on television (CNN, Today Show, Good Morning America, 20:20, Dateline, Oprah Winfrey, Nova, BBC), radio (NPR Fresh Air, Connection), and print media (Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post, Time and Newsweek). He has testified before Congressional committees on multiple occasions, and advised government agencies on the health and safety of the 24/7 workforce in the US, Canada and Europe.