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Adelaide is a wife and mom who has served the Natural Hair Community in Phoenix for 20+ years. As Essence’s successor as of 2019, she aims to continue to cultivate transformative experiences for the Rare Essence Studio family. She is a master stylist and educator and seeks to bring the heart to anything God calls her to.

Barbie The Welder is an American metal sculptor, skilled trades advocate, & author from Pompano Beach, Florida. Barbie's hand sculpted masterpieces have been installed by cities & companies & are collected by discerning clients across the globe. Barbie's use of repurposed metal in her masterpieces honor her Mother & Father & the creativity they instilled in her.

Bryan Clayton isn't just another CEO; he's a visionary and a groundbreaker. As the mastermind behind GreenPal, an innovative online marketplace dubbed the "Uber for lawn care" by Entrepreneur magazine, he's revolutionizing the way homeowners connect with local lawn care pros. Boasting over 200,000 active users, GreenPal pulses with thousands of transactions daily, a testament to Bryan's knack for understanding market needs.

But here's the twist: GreenPal isn’t Bryan’s first rodeo. Before this digital marvel, he birthed Peachtree Inc., transforming it into one of Tennessee's landscaping giants. Under his leadership, it soared to an impressive $10 million in annual revenue, ultimately catching the eye of Lusa Holdings which acquired it in 2013.

Diving deeper into Bryan's passion, you'll find a fervor for entrepreneurialism, marketing, and the art of bootstrapping businesses from humble beginnings to soaring success. His journey from zero to profitability, and then to a grand exit,…

For Daveed Benito, art is more than capturing moments; it’s about creating them—infusing vibrant color, boundless imagination, and a deep connection to his subjects into every project he touches.

Born in Santa Fe and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Daveed's journey isn’t one of a "childhood dream realized" but a tale of forging his own destiny. After graduating high school, Daveed enlisted in the United States Air Force, where exposure to diverse cultures and experiences broadened his creative horizons. Those five transformative years gave him a fresh perspective, teaching him to think without limits and inspiring him to create without boundaries.

Today, Daveed considers himself a “creative engineer,” blending his expertise as a producer, director, and multidisciplinary artist to bring his visions to life. From designing elaborate sets and handcrafting outfits and masks to experimenting with lighting techniques and special effects, he controls every element of his projects to…

Through this time of working with and promoting the era’s hottest rock stars (including my idol Eddie Van Halen), the music industry began to change, and I couldn’t keep up with the partying lifestyle. I returned to Arizona to work at my father’s insurance company, Ambassador Group, where I started out as an agent and eventually created my own niche — Bar and Restaurant Insurance. I’ve since grown that niche into a successful business of its own and eventually bought my father’s firm. Today, I run these multi-million-dollar businesses and I love doing it.

I created my own destiny and success within the insurance industry, but I knew I also needed to redirect my personal life — and prioritize my health and fitness. After years of rededicating my focus on personal wellness, I developed the 3F.it method, with emphasis on food, fitness and focus, to provide people with the simple tools needed to improve their health for good — mind, body and soul.

I have a unique approach to all my …

Young entrepreneur starting a brand that glorifies God with my best friend and business partner. Aspiring filmmaker who has small experience working as a production assistant in the industry

Erin Rodgers is a storyteller, writer, workshop facilitator and a founding member of The Pathfinders Collective. She has appeared on stages across North America and on Bell Fibe TV’s “Raconteurs”. Her one-person show “Tough” appeared at The Toronto Storytelling Festival & Winnipeg Fringe. Erin’s mission in life is to create space for more people to share their stories and be able to connect with the life-changing power that brings. You can find out more about her at

Essence China is an accomplished entrepreneur, educator, and women empowerment speaker. As an entrepreneur for over 20 years Essence founded Rare Essence Studio and Rare Essence Academy a natural hair salon and education platform in Phoenix, Az.



Essence work as a stylists and business owner has been highlighted in Essence Magazine as well as other international publications.



In 2003, she fought the State Board of Cosmetology in the state of Arizona which opened the doors for all natural hair stylist to be able to operate without the regulations of the cosmetology board in the state of Arizona.

She now speaks and coaches women on how to

Overcome Obstacles
Become Authentically Bold
Walk in Purpose
Make Impact

James I. Bond is one of America’s leading behavioral management specialists, and author of the award-winning book, BRAIN GLUE – How Selling Becomes Much Easier By Making Your Ideas “Sticky.”

BRAIN GLUE is a finalist as BEST BUSINESS BOOK of the YEAR by Publishers Weekly.

For thirteen years he ran one of Southern California’s leading behavioral management firms, working with a who’s who of American business.

Early in his career, he ran an advertising agency in Montreal.

He is a past workshop chairman for the resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration and has been a featured guest speaker at three Southern California universities.

On a journey to break generational curses through Jesus and business.

Municipal judge, Host Divorce Court. Marriage BootCamp Author: My Mother's Rules and Dar Sonali, Letters to the Daughter I Never Mad.

Ryan Diaz, an emblem of commitment, discipline, and unparalleled prowess, has firmly established his name in the annals of martial arts. As the founder of DCS Vancouver and a pivotal partner at the renowned MMA LAB in Arizona, his contributions to the sport are both immense and multifaceted.

Born with an innate passion for combat sports, Diaz swiftly rose through the ranks to earn some of the sport's most distinguished titles. With the KOTC Bantamweight World Championship, AFC Bantamweight World Championship, Hook n Shoot North American Championship, 2-time PNW Champion, Fearless MMA Champion, Canadian Muay Thai Champion, and the Intercontinental Muay Thai Championship under his belt, it's evident that Diaz isn't just a competitor - he's a force of nature.

Over his illustrious career, Diaz has stepped into the ring for more than 50 professional bouts, traversing the globe to showcase his talents. From the vibrant streets of Japan to the sunny beaches of Hawaii, from the opulence…

Mom, entrepreneur, creator, Sahar is connector and a catalyst to relationships. Her goal is to help those on her path of growth and bring success to as many people as she can.

Scherrie L. Prince is an attorney and asset protection coach who teaches entrepreneurs how to merge their business plan with their estate plan to create a moat around their assets. For over a decade she has taught, led, and counseled entrepreneurs at every phase of their business. Scherrie has the keen ability to deliver uncommonly original and useful tools in a dynamic and engaging way. She brings to your audience experience in asset protection, estate planning, and business planning.

Opening a roadside peach stand seemed like a crazy idea at the time, since most people thought the business model was long dead. Opening 100 roadside peach stands with over 200 workers across 3 states seemed like an insane idea--but that's exactly what I did.

And now, a decade later, I am still doing it. Today my son, Finn, who grew up selling peaches, is my business partner and together, we teach students how to earn college tuition over the summer by selling peaches.