My name is Melissa Green. I am the Founder & CEO of Grounds4Cause. We take pride in providing delicious coffee, but also in being a coffee company that gives back to the LGBTQ+ and Military Family communities.

As a USN Veteran and Military Spouse, I understand the importance of #community and #connection. I believe that something as simple as sharing a cup of coffee can bring people together and create an opportunity for empathy and understanding.

In January 2021, Southern, Sweet & Sassy®️ Coffee with a focus on supporting the military family community. The overwhelming response and support we received inspired me to take it a step further and create a brand that supports the LGBTQ+ community as well.

In January 2022, I founded Rise Above Coffee®️, a company fully dedicated to raising awareness and generating support for LGBTQ+ causes. Both S3 Coffee Co and Rise Above Coffee®️ are built around our #coffeeforacause initiative. Each year, we carefully choose 12 LGBTQ+ and military family-focused nonprofits to spotlight. Each month, we feature one nonprofit from each community and donate a percentage of our monthly sales directly to their cause.

At Grounds4Cause, we strive to be a brand where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and loved for who they are. We offer more than just a great cup of coffee, we provide community and support. We want to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

My name is Melissa Green. I am the Founder & CEO of Grounds4Cause. We take pride in providing delicious coffee, but also in being a coffee company that gives back to the LGBTQ+ and Military Family communities. As a USN Veteran and Military Spouse,... Show more

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Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training.
Collin is certified in Power BI and has trained 1000's of individuals in the usage of Power BI ranging from introductory to advanced courses. His passion is for users at all levels to get the most out of the software as possible to be able to produce results that are meaningful and actionable.

Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training. Collin is certifi... Show more

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They call her the " 2x #1 International Brazilian Wax Artist," but behind the accolades lies a passion for empowering others through the art of waxing. Tara, is the proud owner of The Waxing Spa in Jacksonville, Florida, and her mission is to elevate the waxing experience into a luxurious haven of self-care and confidence.

Her journey began with a simple desire: to offer a pain-free, effective Brazilian wax that prioritized comfort and client satisfaction. Years of training, meticulous technique, and an unwavering commitment to excellence led her to international recognition, solidifying her position as a leader in the waxing industry.

They call her the " 2x #1 International Brazilian Wax Artist," but behind the accolades lies a passion for empowering others through the art of waxing. Tara, is the proud owner of The Waxing Spa in Jacksonville, Florida, and her mission is to elevate... Show more

Tony Casoria is a fashion luminary who has seamlessly blended his lifelong passion for style with the cutting-edge world of crypto and NFTs since 2018. A true pioneer, he initiated the era of "Phygital Fashion" by introducing chips into garments in 2020, redefining wearables. As the creative force behind "House OG," a Web3 streetwear brand, Tony continues to push boundaries, marrying physical and digital fashion realms. His popular YouTube series, "Unboxing Web3," delves into the innovative intersection of fashion and blockchain. Join Tony at NFT.NYC for a journey into the future of fashion.

Tony Casoria is a fashion luminary who has seamlessly blended his lifelong passion for style with the cutting-edge world of crypto and NFTs since 2018. A true pioneer, he initiated the era of "Phygital Fashion" by introducing chips into garments in 2... Show more

Colleen Esposito believes that agile is changing the world for good and proud to be in the community making it happen. During the day she helps companies, and the people in them, realize their full potential, meeting them where they are, inviting them to experiment with agile practices while they engage their customers to provide better products than they could envision on their own. In her spare time, she uses the qualities of an agile mindset to sing and write music, renovate properties, co-organize South Florida Women in Agile, and make a difference where she can have the biggest impact.

Colleen is a deep thinker, intellectually curious in a way that brings out the best in people and courageous enough to confront unhealthy behavioral patterns. Watching people embrace their own humanity and #BePartoftheGood keeps her moving forward to create more of it in the world.

Colleen Esposito believes that agile is changing the world for good and proud to be in the community making it happen. During the day she helps companies, and the people in them, realize their full potential, meeting them where they are, inviting the... Show more

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynotes, offsites, trainings, and conference sessions. She brings two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, author, humorist, and recovering venture capitalist and startup unicorn director. She gave the TED Talk “How improv can improve your leadership and life” and has spoken at The Social Innovation Summit, TED Women, TechCon, The Positive Business Conference, multiple years at the Agile Alliance conference, among speaking and leading interactive and empowering sessions for hundreds of companies around the world. Connect with Mary at www.marylemmer.com and learn more about Improve at www.chooseimprove.com.

Mary Lemmer is a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change and thrive in an unpredictable world. She is the founder of Improve, and designs and delivers engaging keynot... Show more

Jesper Kenborg is a seasoned Business Central solution architect and the CEO and founder of the IT companies NaviLogic and Tools4BC. With over 30 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central, he has built a strong reputation for identifying business needs and advising companies on implementing, upgrading, and migrating their IT systems to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. His expertise spans all standard modules of the platform.

Jesper began his career in 1991 and joined Navision headquarters in 1997, prior to its acquisition by Microsoft, where he led the development of multi-currency functionality in the base application. In 2000, he founded NaviLogic SEA and operated in Asia for six years.

He has successfully completed over 200 implementations across various industries worldwide. His core expertise lies in delivering complex solutions of the highest quality while ensuring a great user experience and ease of use.

Jesper Kenborg is a seasoned Business Central solution architect and the CEO and founder of the IT companies NaviLogic and Tools4BC. With over 30 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central, he has built a strong reputation for ide... Show more

Ethan Patrick is a seasoned Technical Consultant specializing in software, mobile app, and website development. With over 10 years of experience, Ethan has a proven track record of delivering innovative, scalable, and user-centric solutions that empower businesses to thrive in the digital age.

Ethan Patrick is a seasoned Technical Consultant specializing in software, mobile app, and website development. With over 10 years of experience, Ethan has a proven track record of delivering innovative, scalable, and user-centric solutions that empo... Show more

Having worked worldwide, Tom has gained experience in many different cultures and fields of expertise. Nowadays, focusing on transforming large-scale companies into agile organizations and designing future operating models for these organizations. Speaking at conferences like the Atos DREAM Conference in Vianen, NL, the Agile Leadership Day in Zürich, Switzerland, and the TED XKE by Xebia, Tom proved to be an engaging speaker.

Having worked worldwide, Tom has gained experience in many different cultures and fields of expertise. Nowadays, focusing on transforming large-scale companies into agile organizations and designing future operating models for these organizations. Sp... Show more

Paige Hanson is a renowned authority in consumer and digital safety with two decades of experience in identity management. As co-founder of SecureLabs, Paige has dedicated her career to protecting consumers and businesses from identity theft and cyber threats. She is a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist™ and holds a certificate in Identity Leadership from the University of Texas at Austin's Center for Identity. Paige also serves as an advisory board member to Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly.

Her dedication to public safety has led her to design a national identity theft training program for law enforcement, in collaboration with FBI-LEEDA. Paige speaks nationwide and has been featured in numerous media outlets, solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in the field of digital safety. On a personal note, Paige resides in Arizona with her husband, daughter, and their boxer dog, Stella. And for the record, Stella’s name is not her password. :)

Paige Hanson is a renowned authority in consumer and digital safety with two decades of experience in identity management. As co-founder of SecureLabs, Paige has dedicated her career to protecting consumers and businesses from identity theft and cybe... Show more

With almost 25 years of experience as a licensed hair stylist and pioneering hair care specialist for natural and transitioning hair care, TaKeisha Berry-Brooks has an ambition to be a catalyst for positive change while inspiring the next generation of natural hair stylists.

As the Founder of A Natural Affair Beauty Lounge, Define Natural Hair, and Naturals in the City Hair & Wellness Expo, TaKeisha is recognized as a fearless leader and trendsetter in the natural hair care industry. She aims to be useful, educate, create opportunities, open doors, inspire, and ultimately embody the change she wishes to see in the world.

After graduating from The Hair Design School in Memphis, her expertise in helping women and men restore healthy hair and recover from damage caused by chemical treatments and improper installation of weaves and extensions helped to establish TaKeisha as a prominent figure in the competitive hair care industry.

After being behind the chair for ten years, TaKeisha shifted her focus from being a stylist to a business owner with the opening of A Natural Affair Beauty Lounge in 2008: the first salon of its kind serving clients in the Greater Memphis area and West Tennessee. Following her mother's advice, she made the decision to specialize in serving clients with natural hair or those transitioning to natural hair due to its rising popularity.
TaKeisha's main goal is to create an empowering environment where women and children could discover and embrace their natural beauty.

In 2022, TaKeisha expanded the salon's
footprint with a second location. The salons have been featured in various local, regional, and national outlets, as well as have received many awards for being one of the best salons for natural hair in the nation.

With almost 25 years of experience as a licensed hair stylist and pioneering hair care specialist for natural and transitioning hair care, TaKeisha Berry-Brooks has an ambition to be a catalyst for positive change while inspiring the next generation ... Show more

Marlette Robinson is a licensed Nail Tech in Georgia. I have been licensed for 23 years and became the publisher of Nail Design 101 Magazine. A platform to market and promote Nail Techs from all over

Marlette Robinson is a licensed Nail Tech in Georgia. I have been licensed for 23 years and became the publisher of Nail Design 101 Magazine. A platform to market and promote Nail Techs from all over Show more

9x award winning spa owner, community leader seen in Essence Magazine, American Spa, Skin Inc, Black Enterpise to name a few. Dedicated to supporting and elevating spa/beauty professionals via my unorthodox marketing strategies. 2023 mentor of the year
Founder of the largest Black Spa/Beauty Community Spa Boss Tribe (trademarked)

9x award winning spa owner, community leader seen in Essence Magazine, American Spa, Skin Inc, Black Enterpise to name a few. Dedicated to supporting and elevating spa/beauty professionals via my unorthodox marketing strategies. 2023 mentor of the ye... Show more

Rachel owns a bookkeeping firm, NetDeposited, that specializes in bookkeeping for e-commerce sellers, manufacturers, and brick and mortar stores using POS systems. She is also currently obtaining her Masters in Accounting from the University of Michigan. She lives near Detroit, Michigan with her family.

Rachel owns a bookkeeping firm, NetDeposited, that specializes in bookkeeping for e-commerce sellers, manufacturers, and brick and mortar stores using POS systems. She is also currently obtaining her Masters in Accounting from the University of Mich... Show more

Finnur has been the Sales Director at AGR Dynamics for over 13 years. He has worked with international retailers and wholesalers to improve their Supply Chains by implementing best practice processes through AGR´s inventory optimisation solutions. Finnur holds a M.Sc. degree in International Business Administration from the Reykjavik University.

Finnur has been the Sales Director at AGR Dynamics for over 13 years. He has worked with international retailers and wholesalers to improve their Supply Chains by implementing best practice processes through AGR´s inventory optimisation solutions. Fi... Show more

Awarded as the best innovator in 2017 by private sector foundation Uganda

Studied computer engineering from Mbarara university science and technology.

My idea started from innovation village ntinda into abig brand now with different offices in East Africa

Founder of Soko Uganda an implement or of the bubu policy on behalf of ministry of trade industry and cooperatives an initiative that was launched by H.E the president of Uganda

Director of atech firm with a minimum of 11 employees called abercom technologies limited

Awarded as the best innovator in 2017 by private sector foundation Uganda Studied computer engineering from Mbarara university science and technology. My idea started from innovation village ntinda into abig brand now with different offices i... Show more

Serial entrepreneur with a demonstrated successful history of working in the consumer electronics and the real estate industry.
Skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, and Business Development.
Passionate with the Blockchain-based economies & web3 Gaming, running the largest web3 gaming community in the hispanic market. Visiting professor at Postgraduate Studies on Gaming & Metaverse at the University of Buenos Aires and International speaker on web3 gaming and esports (Buenos Aires, New York, Barcelona, Malta, London, Madrid).

Serial entrepreneur with a demonstrated successful history of working in the consumer electronics and the real estate industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, and Business Development. Passionate ... Show more

Thourough understanding of business processes backed with an MBA, a Masters in Information Management and being a CPA, Jan-Frederik has worked for numerous medium and large size enterprises. Always on the edge of technology but never without loosing sight of business needs, requirements and capabilities. Result driven as he is, he leads a team of experienced Power Platform Professionals and acts as an architect and product owner, ensuring both co-workers and clients unleash their full potential.

Thourough understanding of business processes backed with an MBA, a Masters in Information Management and being a CPA, Jan-Frederik has worked for numerous medium and large size enterprises. Always on the edge of technology but never without loosing ... Show more

Steventus (Teo Zhi Perng) is a digital architect by trade, and a game developer by heart. He is a self-taught game programmer and game designer with a passion to make games that move people the same that it has moved him.

Steventus (Teo Zhi Perng) is a digital architect by trade, and a game developer by heart. He is a self-taught game programmer and game designer with a passion to make games that move people the same that it has moved him. Show more

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles.

~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science enthusiast, dedicated to bridging the gap between technical knowledge & public understanding.

~ Leveraging a unique blend of software architecture & science communication skills to build reliable solutions and share technical insights for broader impact.

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles. ~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science ent... Show more

Caleb Thorne was introduced to Drupal at Drupalcamp Colorado 2009 when theme preprocess functions were all the rage! Caleb has worked with Drupal ever since including as part of the Drupal development team at Examiner.com.

Caleb is currently the Drupal Support Manager at Monarch Digital. At Monarch, Caleb is the primary point of contact, enforcer of Drupal best practices, and go-to guy for difficult problems. He holds a degree in Computer Science and enjoys solving technical challenges. For fun, Caleb runs an aftermarket LEGO retail store in Colorado Springs.

Caleb Thorne was introduced to Drupal at Drupalcamp Colorado 2009 when theme preprocess functions were all the rage! Caleb has worked with Drupal ever since including as part of the Drupal development team at Examiner.com. Caleb is currently the ... Show more

I’m a 33yr old black business owner.
I have 2 businesses that I run. I have a Salon called The Braid Room in Hampton,Va.I also run a Braiding Academy called The Braid Zone here in Hampton Roads as well..I’m a mother, role model,Positive,Motivated,&god fearing young women.Anything I desire if god is willing I’m going to fight to get it.I came to Miami for the last hair show, I attend them all..I was asking for a braiding spot in the show..Braiders need love too..The show will grow because who doesn’t want to come show there’re talents and be understood as well as everything else there..It’s not a lot of love for the braiders even though I attend each show for the thrill and excitement.PUT ME IN COACH.You won’t be disappointed..Thanks for this opportunity.

I’m a 33yr old black business owner. I have 2 businesses that I run. I have a Salon called The Braid Room in Hampton,Va.I also run a Braiding Academy called The Braid Zone here in Hampton Roads as well..I’m a mother, role model,Positive,Motivated,&g... Show more

Sequoyah “DataBae” Glenn, MBA has created her own lane within the space of advertising by activating her passion for being as analytical as she is creative. Sequoyah’s 10-year career spans various media and entertainment companies and ad agencies.
Sequoyah’s career has allowed her to learn the business – what customers need, how they feel about their favorite (or not-so-favorite) brands, and how to drive positive, revenue-generating results. Sequoyah’s strategy and insights have led to the successful campaigns of some of the biggest brands
worldwide.

In 2019, Sequoyah went on to found the Black Marketers Coalition, and shortly after, 924 CoOperative (2020), HappyResignationDay.com, and CultureMRx (2022). When she’s not leading her businesses, she serves as an Advisor to the University of South Florida’s Customer Experience Certificate program; plus a founding board member of the Jacksonville
University Black Alumni Network and proud member of The A Pledge, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, WIRe, and much more.

Sequoyah “DataBae” Glenn, MBA has created her own lane within the space of advertising by activating her passion for being as analytical as she is creative. Sequoyah’s 10-year career spans various media and entertainment companies and ad agencies. S... Show more

Niki Smith a 35 year veteran and known for her thought provoking speaking style. She's the owner of Knowledge by Niki Salon Business Development group, Signature Salon Studios, A.S.P.I.R.E. Coaching.

Niki Smith a 35 year veteran and known for her thought provoking speaking style. She's the owner of Knowledge by Niki Salon Business Development group, Signature Salon Studios, A.S.P.I.R.E. Coaching. Show more

David began his career in FMCG and later transitioned to the media industry. After leaving the corporate world, he leveraged his formal training as a mathematician to model human behavior, both of consumers and employees, aiding businesses across 20 industries in accelerating their growth.

Currently, David applies this expertise to help organizations build human firewalls against hackers, complementing their investments in cybersecurity software and hardware.

With extensive experience in modeling the behavior of over 30,000 employees and thousands of consumers, David has developed a unique approach to fortifying employees as the first line of defense against cyber threats.

Aquta Data Sciences Human Firewall, a privately funded start-up, is now open for business after two years of development and piloting. David also founded Momentum Assessor, a strategic X-ray tool for CEOs to optimize employee performance. Additionally, he created a mass hiring app that rates a candidate’s readiness to perform, and serves as an advisor to a neurotech start-up in the USA.

David began his career in FMCG and later transitioned to the media industry. After leaving the corporate world, he leveraged his formal training as a mathematician to model human behavior, both of consumers and employees, aiding businesses across 20 ... Show more

Consquilla Carey is the owner of Affordable Styles Hair Salon in Baltimore, MD with over thirty years of experience. Consquilla knew that she wanted to be a hair stylist at five years old. As a young child Consquilla styled her doll's hair. By the age of ten Consquilla charged family and friends to do their hair. At age 16 Consquilla worked as an apprentice at a hair salon in her hometown Farmville, Va.

Consquilla is a graduate of Dudley Beauty School. During her matriculation at Dudley Beauty School Consquilla competed in hair competitions. Consquilla received numerous of trophies and certificates for being an outstanding stylist. Consquilla is also a graduate of Morgan State University with a B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences. Consquilla received a master’s degree in Education from Cambridge College.

Consquilla was a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher for over a decade. Consquilla incorporated her college education into her cosmetology career. Consquilla is a hair educator. Consquilla is a licensed stylist in Maryland, Virginia, Georgia and North Carolina. Consquilla is the owner of CC’s Beauty Institute, LLC in Richmond, VA. CC’s Beauty Institute, LLC is a beauty school. This location offers hair care, and education. Individuals will have the opportunity to train and receive a cosmetologist license.

Consquilla Carey is the owner of Affordable Styles Hair Salon in Baltimore, MD with over thirty years of experience. Consquilla knew that she wanted to be a hair stylist at five years old. As a young child Consquilla styled her doll's hair. By the ag... Show more

CTO, AI, Mental Health

CTO, AI, Mental Health Show more