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With over 30 years of business experience (20 years in Supply Chain), John Mink has found much success in breaking down the traditional organizational barriers that divide functions and people within companies that impede success. Through trial, error, and continuous learning, he's been privileged to shepherd both large and small organizations, alike, in driving improvements through their Sales and Operations (S&OP) process - boosting both the customer experience and financial results. There are many professionals that understand the science behind S&OP, yet lack the interpersonal and leadership skills needed to drive sustainable results. In his book "Forecasting with Out-liars", he attempt to change the narrative around supply chain issues through real-life experiences and how they were addressed. If you are tired of the same rhetoric that "supply will get better", you must read this book. The goal is to have you see supply chain issues in a whole new light that may help you and your organization with some ideas and perspective on how to systemically change for the better. John has spent most of his career in Northern Illinois and worked for Motorola Inc. (wireless devices), Brightstar (distribution), Zebra Technologies (enterprise visibility and data capture), and Orica (mining services). He has recently joined HydraForce (Hydraulics) as VP of Global Supply Chain - embracing the next transformational challenge. Connect with Jon on Linkedin! www.JohnMinkConsulting.com

Lora DeVore has an advanced degree in clinical psychology and recognized as a national expert and catalyst for change. She's also known as a powerful storyteller. She has witnessed how stories shift consciousness around the world. Her wisdom comes from the field of psychology, transpersonal development and spiritual psychology In her new book, "Darkness Was My Candle: An Odyssey of Survival and Grace", Lora tells us about revisiting the grounds of the Illinois state mental hospital where she was once kept in inhumane, degrading, and life-threatening circumstances. This profound and compelling memoir traces her life as a survivor of child abuse, sex trafficking, illegal pharmacological drug research, and institutional abuse. Having experienced such horrifying and traumatic events, how did she survive? And to what purpose? Seeking the resolution to these unanswered questions, Lora’s experiences illuminate and validate the power of love and the strength of the indomitable human spirit that lives within each one of us. www.loradevore.com Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Andrew Schmertz, CEO and co-founder of Hopscotch Air, started the air taxi company in 2009 and says with the dismantling of many regional routes from major airlines, the time is perfect for the expansion of Hopscotch for both personal and business travel Hopscotch Air has been serving small, medium, and large airports in the Northeast – many of these airports have never had airline service. According to NASA study, of the 5,000 airports in the U.S., 70% of traditional airline traffic goes through only 30. This is why Hopscotch Air is the antidote to the regional airline mess. www.flyhopscotch.com

Dr. Michelle Segar’s translational research is widely recognized as relevant and practical. She is an advisor to World Health Organization, was named inaugural chair of the United States National Physical Activity Plan’s Communication Committee, an adviser to the Department of Health and Human Services, a speaker for the World Health Organization, and former director of the University of Michigan’s Sports, Health, and Activity Research and Policy Center. Michelle’s perspective is uniquely comprehensive – For her entire career she has combined academic research with real-world health coaching to pioneer methods that create sustainable healthy behavior change, and which have been adopted to boost patient health, employee health and well-being, and gym membership retention. Her first book, NO SWEAT! is used as a core text in training professionals in health coaching and patient counseling. Michelle’s interdisciplinary training includes a doctorate in Psychology (PhD), a master’s degree in Health Behavior/Health Education (MPH), a master’s degree in Kinesiology (MS) and fellowships in translational research and health care policy from UM. Michelle translates key science into sticky concepts, fun graphics, and consumer-friendly tools to produce sustainable change in the real world. She cares deeply about helping professionals and organizations learn how to apply and scale high-impact research into pragmatic products and services. She speaks and consults with organizations including Kaiser Permanente, Walmart, American Telemedicine Association, Business Group on Health, Anytime Fitness, Adidas, Google, The Permanente Medical Group, and The University of Vermont Health Network. Recently, she has advised companies designing AI and other digital and coaching approaches for patient and consumer health. A sought-after speaker and trainer, Michelle is frequently interviewed in major media outlets like The New York Times, NPR, Prevention, Fast Company, Self, Real Simple, Women’s Health, CNN, Newsy, and The Wall Street Journal. Her new book, THE JOY CHOICE (April 2022), showcases the exciting new science and method for breaking down all-or-nothing thinking and cultivating the in-the-moment decisions that support self-care, health, and well-being. https://michellesegar.com/

John Clark Mayden, Jr. is a Baltimore native. He loves God and has a heart for God’s people. Rev. Mayden earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Frostburg State University in Liberal Studies. He received his Master of Divinity Degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Vocationally, he is a Full-time Pastor at the Martinsburg Cooperative Parish. As Pastor, he preaches and teaches the unadulterated Word of God, while serving the local community. John is an avid reader of non-fiction books and has a passion for writing as he has published five Christian books. During his spare time, he enjoys watching Football, learning Spanish and cooking. He is married to Kirstyn Mayden and appreciates all her continued love and support. The couple has one daughter and resides in Martinsburg, West Virginia. https://www.johnmayden.com/

Before landing in Canada, Dominique Prinet toured the United States as an official VIP guest at the age of 17. The warm welcome he received, paired with experiences as a child in post-war France where he was clothed by donations sent from the U.S., cemented a deep gratitude to the American people. While working as a bush pilot in Yellowknife, NWT, Dominique earned enough money to pay for his electrical engineering degree at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and an MBA from McGill University. He went on to enjoy a long career in aviation, including with Montreal’s Nordair, Canadian Airlines, and Air Tanzania. In retirement, Dominique started his own sailing school in Vancouver and obtained his helicopter license at age 70. He is currently working on more stories highlighting his various experiences in Central and South America, Africa, Asia, and across the Atlantic in a sailboat. https://www.marinenavigationbooks.com/book-flying-to-extremes.php Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

FRANK O’CONNELL, author of JUMP FIRST, THINK FAST is known for his unconventional approach for high #performance through his strategic thinking, #brand building, breakthrough #marketing, and new product ideas. His accomplishments include serving as president of Reebok Brands, president of HBO Video, CEO of Indian Motorcycle, and chairman and CEO of Gibson Greetings, Inc. He spent the first fourteen years of his career developing well-known brands at Arnold Bakery, Mattel, Carnation Company, and Hunt Wesson foods, among other brands in the baking and natural foods industry. O’Connell was a senior partner with The Parthenon Group, a top strategic consulting company for seven years. He also spent sixteen years on the board of TreeHouse Foods Inc., and he is an investor and board member at Schylling, Inc., a toy company and is co-founder of Tuckerman Capital. He has also served on numerous Cornell University boards where he earned his B.S. in Economics and an M.B.A. https://jumpfirstthinkfast.com/ #business Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Dr. Deirdre J. Williams has been an #educator for over 18 years. She’s been a science #teacher, a dean of many subjects and a principal in addition to serving as an executive director for a non-profit organization on the School Reform Initiative. Williams was part of a school transformation locally and helped improve a 20-year “failing campus,” where 60% of 6th graders were reading below grade level. By the time she left campus, every kid was reading at 80% or above their grade level. ABOUT SYLVAN LEARNING: With more than 40 years of experience and more than 710 points of presence, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of personal learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how #students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan’s proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE — STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep — college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. Sylvan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRG). For more information, visit https://www.sylvanlearning.com/ #education #children Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Aidan Sowa is an entrepreneur who got into the digital marketing space in 2016 due to working with the MIT Enterprise Forum Cambridge. He is now the founder and CEO of Sowa Marketing Agency. Sowa Marketing Agency entrepreneurs by getting them featured in the media. Essentially, it's cultivating an environment where you’re the leading authority in your industry and clients come to you. Go to: sowaagency.co to see how we can help you get these kinds of results. Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/ #Marketing #entrepreneurs #socialmedia #Branding

CAROLYN STERN, author of THE EMOTIONALLY STRONG LEADER, is the President and CEO of EI Experience, an executive leadership development and emotional intelligence training firm. She is a certified Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Development Expert, professional speaker, and university professor whose emotional intelligence courses and modules have been adopted by top universities in North America. Carolyn has also provided comprehensive training programs to business leaders across the continent in highly regarded corporations encompassing industries such as technology, finance, manufacturing, advertising, education, healthcare, government, and foodservice. Stern lives and works in Vancouver, British Columbia. https://carolynstern.com/book/ Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/ #emotionalintelligence

Antonio Garrido has over twenty-five years in senior #leadership positions with world-class businesses. He is an expert in leadership transformation: shaping high-performance leaders out of highly stressed and overworked leaders. Garrido blends his own vast commercial experience with proven techniques to embed a unique brand of leadership development. He is a serial entrepreneur, successful business coach, author, charismatic speaker, and works with leaders from small private businesses, right up to Fortune-60 size. About Antonio's Daily Leadership Development Program My Daily Leadership is a powerful and pioneering leadership development program designed to expand and maximize every leader’s unique potential. Leaders who follow the daily guided program enjoy faster, deeper, longer-lasting #growth and development for themselves, their people, and their business. Daily self-mentoring, self-coaching, and self-analysis leads to sustainable leadership #growth, improvement, and transformation. For more information, please visit www.MyDailyLeadership.com Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Ryan Foland is a 'craftsman of #communication' who coaches #leaders worldwide on the art of simplifying spoken #messaging and be more human. His 3-1-3 Method is a process hereby core messaging begins as three sentences, condenses into one sentence and then boils down to three words. Ryan is a four-time TEDx speaker and is recognized by Inc. Magazine and Brand24 as a Top Marketer, and was named by Entrepreneur Magazine as a Top Personal Branding Expert. Ryan is the Managing Partner of InfluenceTree, a branding accelerator. He specializes in helping companies and their leadership harness the power of authenticity by teaching them how to create content that reveals their whole self to drive differentiation, growth, and loyalty. Today we discuss Ryan's new book: Ditch the Act: Reveal the Surprising Power of the Real You for Greater Success, and the power of #authenticity. Find out more about Ryan Foland by visiting his website ryan.online Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

David Parker is the author of Income and Wealth, published in 2021. He began his career in education at the age of 24 and served students of San Francisco’s inner-city public elementary schools for 40 years as a music teacher, followed by 10 years as a volunteer. While pursuing his career in education, Parker became a very successful real estate investor. It was success in business that focused his writing, teaching and career as a professional musician. Parker’s career as a musician is similarly impressive. He spent 20 years as a member of the Berkeley Symphony Orchestra, then 20 years as leader of the Dave Parker Sextet, which twice headlined the San Francisco Fillmore Jazz Festival. Parker’s thoughtful essays have been featured in The Economist, The Financial Times and prestigious law journals. In addition to being an author, entrepreneur and investor, David Parker is also a proud father and grandfather. His mother, Gertrud Parker, served as a powerful inspiration, as she became late in life an international artist as well as a civic leader in San Francisco. She passed away in 2021 at age 96. David Parker, her son, is still a young 75. He is already hard at work on his next book. To learn more about David Parker, including his essays and music, visit: https://davidparkeressays.com/ and https://daveparkersextet.com/

Dr. Deirdre J. Williams has been an educator for over 18 years. She’s been a science teacher, a dean of many subjects and a principal in addition to serving as an executive director for a non-profit organization on the School Reform Initiative. Williams was part of a school transformation locally and helped improve a 20-year “failing campus,” where 60% of 6th graders were reading below grade level. By the time she left campus, every kid was reading at 80% or above their grade level. She can discuss how it is a testament to believing in them and giving them confidence, but it’s also a testament to Sylvan Learning’s “model of ratio” in serving students and how she used that to prepare kids for high school, college, and beyond. ABOUT SYLVAN LEARNING: With more than 40 years of experience and more than 710 points of presence, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of personal learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan’s proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience. Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE — STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep — college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. Sylvan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRG). For more information, visit www.SylvanLearning.com.

Rebecca Givens Rolland is an oral and written #language specialist in the #Neurology Department of Children’s Hospital Boston and a lecturer at Harvard University. As a nationally certified speech-language pathologist, she has worked clinically with populations ranging from early childhood through high school and provided teacher professional development. As faculty and Module Director at Harvard Medical School, she lectures on topics of communication, mental focus, and creativity. She frequently consults with organizations working to design powerful learning experiences for kids and adults, including the World Bank. She has an Ed.D. from the Harvard Graduate School of #Education, an M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from the MGH Institute of Health Professions, an M.A. in English from Boston University, and a B.A. in English from Yale. She lives in Boston, Massachusetts with her husband and two children. https://rebeccarolland.com/ #children Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Kim Curtis is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor and speaker. As President and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute, her groundbreaking work in developing a highly personal client-centric planning model was recognized in the Journal of Practical Estate Planning, winning the Editor's Choice award. This model is the cornerstone of her firm's holistic and highly successful approach to integrated wealth management, The Planning for LIFE Experience™. Kim has attained numerous professional designations and has been recognized by the financial planning industry as having achieved the highest level of competence and expertise. Kim is a bestselling author of Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing, published by Financial Literacy Press. Kim has spoken on leadership, negotiations, and finance to organizations such as West Point, Oracle, EPA, University of Colorado Hospital, Comcast, Level 3, Century Link, OtterBox, Johnson & Johnson, and AAUW, amongst others. She has been profiled on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, CW, and The Wall Street Journal. www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com Social links: https://www.facebook.com/WealthLegacyInstitute https://www.instagram.com/happinessdoesntretire/ www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlylcurtis www.youtube.com/channel/UCfYVRFXtjFYN-AoRuKt0mYw https://twitter.com/WLILegacy https://twitter.com/KimCurtisLegacy Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Handel Jones has over 50 years of experience in the electronics industry and had led International Business Strategies (IBS Inc.) for over 30 years. IBS supports government organizations and major corporations on global basis, with extensive activities in the United States, Europe, and China. The activities of IBS include technology analysis and predicting future strategies of corporations and governments as well as predicting market trends. IBS has written a number of reports on artificial intelligence to its clients as well as in-depth analysis of key activities in the electronics industry in China. Jones has worked for major corporations in the United States and has significant experience in the Silicon Valley high-technology arena. He has a deep interest in China as well as the United States, with artificial intelligence being a bridge between these two countries. Jones has written other books on China including Artificial Intelligence: How AI and IA Reshape the Future, China’s Globalization (How China Becomes No. 1), and Chinamerica (McGraw-Hill). For more information visit www.ibs-inc.net. Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Dr. Michael Adamse specializes in relationship issues and has practiced for over 40 years. He received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Miami after completing a pre-doctoral fellowship at Yale University. He also served as a Captain in the Medical Corps, U.S. Army Reserve. He is also the author of Affairs of the Net, which represented a cutting-edge online relationship study; the inspirational novel Anniversary; and God's Shrink. Visit https://makeamericasaneagain.net/ #psychology #mentalhealth #relationship Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Dr. Cara Lee Barker is an international keynote speaker and visionary artist. She served as an Army nurse during the Vietnam era at Walter Reed Hospital. Barker has a Master’s degree in nursing from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Union Institute & University in Ohio. Her post-doctoral work was completed in Zurich as an International Diplomat as a Jungian Analyst. Barker was a columnist for HuffPost for five years. She is the author of three books World Weary Woman: Her Wound and #Transformation; The Love Project: Coming Home and her latest release Nightlight: My Soul Calling, Body Listening, Heart Speaking an international best-seller in eight categories in five countries. Barker lives in Seattle, Washington. For more information visit www.carabarker.com #Grief #Trauma #jung Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Dr. Marta Pazos established her own company, “dr. mp”. Applying her never-ending creativity to formulate products such as “Rejuvalift”, a face rejuvenation formula, Dr. Marta is now using her expertise as a formulator to develop skincare lines for private labels, startups and companies that wish to extend their product lines. Besides the science of skincare, Dr. Marta has accumulated expertise in packaging materials and their interaction/stability/toxicity when in contact with product. In fact, her passion for preserving the environment led her to join the board of “regeneration.vc”; a fund dedicated solely to the promotion of businesses centered in circular economy. Dr. Marta’s deep knowledge and expertise in polymers, metals, glass, coatings, composites, UV curables, protective and decorative technologies have been used in numerous other applications such as additive manufacturing/ 3D printing, construction (adhesives and coatings), appliances, devices and more. After living in seven different countries, Dr. Marta now resides in Atlanta, Georgia with Tokyo and Neko, her two Bengal cats. http://drmpactivate.com/ Catch our other exciting Savvy Guest here: https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Michelle Seiler Tucker is the Founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated. As a 20-year veteran in mergers & acquisitions, Michelle and her firm has sold over a thousand companies in almost every vertical. She owns and operates several successful companies and holds the following professional designations and certifications: Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI), Certified Senior Business Analyst (CSBA), Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CM&AP) Certified Business Broker (CBB), Panelist for M&A Source, Keynote Speaker. Michelle is also the Best-Selling Author of the book ”Sell Your Business for more than it’s Worth”, and her latest book “Exit Rich”is available now for purchase. In addition to being featured in INC, Forbes, and USA Magazine, Michelle makes regular radio and TV appearances on Fox Business News and CNBC. She has spoken alongside many prominent speakers: Eric Trump, Kathy Ireland, Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Donna Karen, Stedman Graham, Randi Zuckerberg, Steve Wozniak, and more. Michelle also shares her wealth of experience with perspec- tive M&A advisors by conducting multiple training, mentoring, and partnering programs. Over the years, these programs have helped many individuals become successful M&A advisors and business brokers. Recognized as the leading authority on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses, Michelle sees opportunity where many are discouraged or have given up. Her passion is to save businesses that might otherwise close. By identifying and correcting the top mistakes business owners make, Michelle will fine tune a business into a well-oiled machine. Sometimes investing her own money to help owners build their business, Michelle’s primary objective is to sell for huge profits. Michelle Seiler Tucker’s remarkable track record proves her dedication to her clients and has solidified her as a formidable force in her industry. She closes nearly 98% of all written offers and, on average, obtains 20-40% above asking price for her clients. Through this process, she empowers her clients to afford the lifestyles they have always dreamed of and, most importantly, deserve! Visit seilertucker.com sti360.com or ExitRichbook.com

Dr. Deanne De Vries is the author of #Africa: Open for Business -- Discover the ABCs of doing business in Africa and why now is the time to invest in this continent of opportunity. It is a #1 international bestseller in seven countries across multiple business categories. For more than 30 years, Dr. Deanne De Vries has been changing people’s and companies’ mindsets about doing business in Africa by challenging outdated images, opening doors and introducing them to AfriCAN, the can-do-continent. Fluent in six languages, Dr. De Vries interviewed Heads of State throughout the continent to explore how they lead for her Ph.D. She sought to understand the on-the-ground realities so she can introduce everyone to the ABCs of doing business in Africa and why now is the best time to invest. www.drdeannedevries

Fran Maier is a serial entrepreneur and brand builder with over 25 years experience in B2C and B2B internet businesses. She is best known for her 10+ years leading TRUSTe (now TrustArc), the leading privacy trustmark and compliance provider, and as Co-Founder and first General Manager of Match.com. Fran Maier CEO and Founder of BabyQuip. Fran formed BabyQuip (then Babierge) in 2016 with Kerri Couillard who started the business in Santa Fe. Prior to BabyQuip, Fran is best known for her 10+ years leading TRUSTe (now TrustArc), the leading privacy trustmark and solutions provider, and her role as Co-Founder and first General Manager of Match.com, the earliest and most successful dating platform. She has been active as an advisor to start-ups, many led by female entrepreneurs, as well as being an angel investor. Fran is a graduate of Stanford University and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Fran is also an Airbnb “Superhost” in both San Francisco and Santa Fe and has first-hand knowledge of the need for baby gear for traveling families, as well as the importance of personalized service. https://www.babyquip.com/ CODE: SAVVY 20% on rentals of $100 or more from 09/15/2022 to 10/31/2022 (rentals and cleaning, new customers only) https://www.babyquip.com/p/savvy

Chris Westfall is one of the most sought-after business coaches and keynote speakers in the world. He helped launch over five dozen businesses and has appeared on ABC NEWS, NBC TV and CNN. A regular contributor to Forbes, he has worked with thousands of leaders at Fortune 500 companies, nonprofit organizations and high-tech startups. A coach to entrepreneurs and executives around the globe, his clients have appeared on Shark Tank, Dragon’s Den and Shark Tank-Australia. He regularly consults with top-tier universities and is the author of three other books, including Leadership Language. Website(s): http://westfallonline.com or http://easier-book.com. Facebook: http://facebook.com/easierbook Twitter: http://linkedin.com/in/westfallonline https://www.savvybroadcasting.com/

Luke Lintz is a serial entrepreneur who stepped out of an economics class at 16 to organize his first e-commerce business. 90 days later he sold his entire $8,000 inventory at an ROI of 375%. Luke Lintz is now the founder and CEO of HighKey Enterprises LLC. HighKey Enterprises is a Puerto Rico company that makes brands HighKey famous through digital branding. Luke believes all entrepreneurs should find the areas of their business, and life, where they can make the greatest impact – and put 100% of their energy behind it. Because value isn’t a commodity to be sold, but a quality that underpins great purpose, great companies, and great people. www.lukelintz.com Social Media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lukelintz www.linkedin.com/in/luke-lintz-874392148