Ryn Gargulinski (aka Rynski) is a writer, artist, speaker, Reiki master and certified professional coach who once traded her artwork on the streets of New York City just to eat and get her daily beer. She has since given up drinking and now has enough money to eat (even organic!). She has also expanded her art into a successful enterprise, her writing into a thriving business, and her coaching and speaking into a growing practice that has already helped many realize and expand into their true potential. She has nine published books, two dogs, several journalism awards, an online Etsy art shop and more than 20 years in recovery from alcohol.
Ryan Paugh is the COO and co-founder of The Community Company, the organization revolutionizing the future of professional organizations. He is also the author of Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships That Matter and a renowned thought leader on creating strong communities and teams. Ryan co-founded Brazen Careerist, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students, and Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs.
Ron Carucci is the best-selling author of 8 books, and popular contributor at Harvard Business Review and Forbes. He is a 2-time TEDx speaker. Ron led a ten year longitudinal study on executive transition to find out why more than 50% of leaders fail within their first 18 months of appointment, and uncovering the four differentiating capabilities that set successful leaders apart. Those findings are highlighted in his groundbreaking Amazon #1 book Rising To Power, co-authored with Eric Hansen.
Rob Pitingolo founded Trip Hacks DC to share his best tips and travel hacks with Washington, DC visitors. He hosts the Trip Hacks DC podcast and YouTube channel and is a tour guide who loves to show travelers around the nation’s capital once they arrive. Trip Hacks DC tours has hosted over a thousand guests since it launched.
Rejoy Marsella is an award winning Interior Designer who practices design from a holistic perspective. Her design is more than about creating beautiful spaces, it's about creating environments that nurture ones sense of wellbeing, peace and harmony. In 2018 she launched her Eco-Friendly Candle line, Rejoy Living with the intention of offering the most luxurious eco-friendly candles on the market.
Robert J. Kohlhepp is the Retired Chairman of Cintas Corporation. Robert joined Cintas in July 1967 as Controller. He was promoted to the positions of General Manager, Vice President, and Treasurer. In 1979 he was elected Executive Vice President, and a member of the company’s Board of Directors. In 1984 Robert was elected President, and in 1995 he was elected Chief Executive Officer. He served as Vice Chairman from 2003 to 2009 and as Chairman of the Board from 2009 to 2016.
Richard started Pure SEO shortly after arriving is New Zealand from the UK in 2009. His vision was to create an ethical SEO and digital marketing agency that is fully transparent with its clients and 'does digital the right way'. Fast forward 12 years, and Pure SEO is one of the most recognised digital marketing agencies in New Zealand. With nearly 100 staff made of digital subject matter experts, Pure SEO is also one of the most awarded digital agencies in the country. Hear from Richard's experience and the rollercoaster like journey of getting there. Richard is also the author of the book How To Get To The Top of Google Search (https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/how-to-get-to-the-top-of-google-search-9780143773535).
Rhian is the President and CEO of Sharp Medical Recruiting and HR Consulting. She started her company 3 years ago as a response to the ever increasing demand for qualified direct and indirect care staff in all area of healthcare. Rhian has been in Human Resources for over 20 years and hold both an MBA and a Masters Certificate in Human Resources Management. She is the author of the new book Maximum Employee Engagement (How Healthcare Companies Keep Their Best People). Rhian is originally from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago, is a mother to 2 amazing kids and is an avid runner, swimmer and figure competitor.
Robin Rinearson is a retired optometrist who specialized in developmental disorders. She has opened an ice cream parlor employing around 20 individuals who are differently abled along with several conventionally abled people. The business model recognizes that it sometimes takes help from a job coach or a team member to get things done. The entire staff is expected to learn all of the integral pieces of working in this business.
Reginald is the Founder of Thriving Life Coaching, their motto is "Every student needs a little TLC!" TLC is an academic readiness and life coaching service for middle school, high school and college students to maximize their full potential. The coaching helps students utilize time management, organization and study skills to do their best work. Ryder has 30 years of experience in working with secondary and postsecondary organizations as well as students from orientation to graduation via Zoom in California, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia. He is a professor at Northern Virginia Community College teaching College Student Success and authored a book Passing the Baton A Guide and Memoir of College Success.
