Guests

Dr. Lou Hirsch is a university professor, TEDx speaker, and the founding director of FIELD — a faculty innovation initiative at the University of Kentucky. His work sits at the intersection of higher education leadership, curriculum design, and student-centered teaching. He's spent his career proving that small, intentional moments of human connection are the engine of transformative education. Best for shows on education, leadership, and institutional change.

Known as The Blind Blogger, Maxwell is a serial online entrepreneur with almost 2 decades of experience educating people about the need for and benefits of improving accessibility.

He has been working with clients for 5 years, including serving as the accessibility advisor to Podmatch.

He has been published in Consumer Reports, writes a regular column for PHP Architect called Barrier Free Bytes, and regularly shares his knowledge with online publications.

As the founder of The Accessibility Advantage, his message is that accessibility isn't just about compliance. It's about reputation, innovation, and growth.

I am an Austrian-Californian Multimedia Artist. I became a creativity-awareness educator through my experience-based, outside-the-box upbringing that I was forced into, through my neurodiversity.

I am totally self-taught, author of 5 books, podcaster, speaker, guide, former Newport Beach, CA Arts Commissioner, and co-produced with Robert Evans. Fluent in German and English.

My ability is that I can see hidden contexts, which allows me to resolve paradoxes, and together we arrive at awareness solutions in leadership, hospitality, customer service, communication, success vs. fulfillment, and obviously any form of creativity and culture.

Smarter systems don’t just save time. They expand what mission-driven teams can accomplish. I help organizations simplify the complex, from scholarships and grants to disability accommodations and admissions — so their programs can scale without overwhelming their people.

With over 25 years in nonprofit and education technology, I’ve partnered with universities, associations, and philanthropic organizations to lead digital transformation behind the scenes. My focus is building infrastructure that works: streamlining workflows, increasing completion rates, reducing compliance risk, and giving small teams the clarity and tools to grow with confidence.

As Chief Strategy Officer at Orchestrate, a division of eResources, I lead the direction of our application management platforms, including Orchestrate AMS, which is built specifically for accessibility services in higher education.

I’ve worked in higher education since graduating in admissions, program development, and now learning and development. I found a love for instructional design and L&D from my dad! He does leadership coaching for PayPal internationally and Nike/Jordan Brand. He also does agency work with those brands, as well as NASCAR and partners in the communities. I am newly interested in education policy as my husband is a lobbyist currently and is attending law school!

Bonjour! I’m Nathalie Dorémieux, a tech-savvy strategist with a heart for human connection and a mind wired for systems, automation, and real client results. Over the past decade, I’ve helped hundreds of coaches, course creators, and membership site owners bring their vision to life—building online programs that don’t just look good, but actually move people forward.

My mission? To help business owners grow smarter, leveraging tools like AI and podcasting to generate high-quality leads, increase client success, and scale with intention.

I’m the co-creator of Podcast LeadFlow, a simple yet powerful system designed to transform high-value podcast episodes (whether it’s a solo show or a guest interview) into a steady stream of meaningful conversations and qualified leads. It’s perfect for hosts who want to go beyond visibility and use their episodes as a true engine for growth.

Naveen Krishnan is an AI Architect at Microsoft, where he leverages cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world problems. With a deep passion for artificial intelligence and cloud computing, Naveen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. He’s here to share his insights on the latest trends in AI, the transformative power of Azure, and how these technologies are shaping the future. Get ready for an enlightening conversation with one of the leading minds in the field. Please welcome, Naveen Krishnan!

Norina L. Columbaro, PhD, is an award-winning instructional designer, facilitator, researcher, and talent development leader with over two decades of experience helping professionals translate complex information into effective learning experiences. She specializes in partnering with subject matter experts—particularly in technical fields—to create training solutions that are both practical and engaging, ensuring that learning aligns with real-world applications.

Her research on adult learning, instructional design, assessment methods, and neurodiversity has been published in TD Magazine (Association for Talent Development), the International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, Military.com, and AAACE’s Journal of Adult Learning. A sought-after speaker, she has presented at conferences nationwide and been a guest on multiple learning and development podcasts.

Patrick Williams is a passionate and inspiring public speaker, consultant, writer, artist, independent scholar, and visionary educator. Patrick has over 4 decades of experience teaching and facilitating deep learning to a wide range of audiences. He is a TEDx speaker and an award-winning artist. Patrick has exhibited throughout the USA, Japan, and China. His art is in public and private collections. He has been represented by galleries in Chicago, Seattle, Omaha, and Albuquerque. Patrick holds black belts in Karate-Dō and Aikidō with decades of experience training and teaching Budō. Patrick's comprehension, experience, expertise, and synthesis of creativity and innovation are unparalleled. Patrick is the founder and president of Satori Innovation: A Consulting and Ideation Accelerator.

Peter L. Swimm is the founder of Toilville, helping teams reduce operational toil and ship meaningful work faster. He blends systems thinking with hands‑on execution to turn complex workflows into calm, resilient operations.

Meet Queen D. Michele ~ Author, Blogger, Creator
I created a mindfulness curriculum for 7th-9th-grade students of Generation Alpha, titled 52 Insights for Gen Alpha: A Conscious Curriculum. The curriculum focuses on self-awareness through activities that foster mindfulness, self-management, relationship skills, social awareness, and conscious decision-making.

📢 Call-To-Action:
~ View the 16-chapter blog, "My Soul's Journey Home"
~ Donate monetarily to the nonprofit's mission
~ Order any of my publications that resonate

Russell Van Brocklen, speaking, the Dyslexia Professor, shifting daily reading frustrations into confident academic wins for students facing dyslexia.

Ruth A. Douthitt is an award-winning Christian fiction writer based out of Phoenix, AZ. She currently writes suspense fiction, women's inspirational fiction, and fantasy fiction.

A writing workshop teacher, speaker, professional artist, podcaster, runner, and an avid reader of biographies and history, Ruth loves all things creative.

Sairam Sundaresan is an AI engineering leader and the author of AI For the Rest of Us, a book designed to make artificial intelligence accessible to everyone. With a career focused on building innovative AI solutions and guiding teams through the rapidly evolving tech landscape, Sairam is passionate about demystifying AI and helping people see its practical value in everyday life. He shares insights on how to use AI responsibly, bridge the gap between technology and human needs, and prepare for the future of work and learning. His mission is simple: to empower individuals, educators, and organizations to confidently embrace AI as a tool for growth and innovation.

Sakina Brandford is a recent graduate from Grand Canyon University’s instructional design master’s program. She is a former high school science teacher with an interest in helping others succeed. Sakina now works as a corporate instructional designer.

When not working, Sakina enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and watching detective mysteries.

Sebastien Fenelon is the founder and CEO of multiple technology startups, with a strong focus on coding, artificial intelligence, and privacy-first solutions. Passionate about innovation, he explores how AI can empower individuals and reshape education, while also addressing the challenges of rapid technological change. Through his work at InthraOS, Sebastien champions privacy-first, agentic AI at the edge, offering resources, guides, and community connections to help people stay ahead of AI and privacy trends.

Shane is an accomplished educator and current instructional designer with a decade of diverse experience in roles such as Teacher, Assistant Principal, and Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction. He is passionate about designing impactful learning experiences that are accessible and engaging for a wide range of learners. Initially discovering his enthusiasm for eLearning in a hybrid teaching setting, Shane now thrives on creating transformative educational experiences that make a significant difference. As a lifelong learner, he is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and continuously adapting to the evolving landscape of eLearning.

Shannon Boyer is an award-winning educator with more than twenty years of experience designing courses and curriculum. She helps online course creators produce stellar content that ensures more students achieve amazing transformations and write raving reviews using her Your Best Course program.

Don’t believe anything in this book. Take this book to your CPA and have s/he read the chapter “Act 1 Scene 1”, and hear from their own lips, that the bank could never have issued you a true credit card. This may be the first time your CPA has ever realized that their own bank-issued credit card is, in reality, a debit card.

Welcome to Tommy Kilpatrick's approach to dealing with bank-issued alleged credit card debt by challenging its legitimacy by sending a letter to the bank. According to Kilpatrick, he believes that bank-issued alleged credit card debt may be categorized as an "alleged debt," meaning he suggests it's legally disputable or even unenforceable if handled correctly.

Tracy King, MA, CAE -- Speaker | Learning Strategist | Neuroinclusion Advocate
Tracy (they/them) is a trusted advisor to learning leaders seeking to build inclusive, high-performing, AI-enabled education programs. As CEO of InspirEd, Tracy partners with organizations to design scalable and impactful learning portfolios that drive engagement and measurable outcomes. With over 25 years in adult education, they specialize in neuroinclusive design and serve as Chair of the IACET Neuroinclusion in CE/T Research Group. Tracy is the author of the award-winning book Competitive Advantage and a contributor to Microlearning in the Digital Age. Their work has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, NBC, and more.

T. Renee Smith is a transformational leader, CEO of iSuccess Consulting, and founder of The Women’s AI Revolution™. With over 30 years of experience, she has guided startups, global corporations, and government agencies—including Delta Air Lines, Chrysler, and the SBA—through culture shifts that align people, performance, and profit. A wife, mother, and author of Evolving and She Leads With AI, she combines hard-won wisdom from personal trials. Her mission: to empower women to thrive in business, life, and love without burning out.

Victoria is a 20+ year Corporate Executive, Board Director, #1 selling author, and Professional Public Speaker. Nicknamed the “Turn Around Queen” and the “CEO Whisperer” by former colleagues and employers, Victoria inspires and empowers her team and clients to change mindsets and drive growth in business, leadership, and culture.

As someone who does not subscribe to the status quo, she is always ready for new challenges, becoming one of the youngest Chief Operating Officers at the age of 24, president by 35, and a CEO at age 41.

Victoria is an in-demand public speaker on a variety of business, cultural, and motivational topics. Please visit her website to read her articles, order a copy of her books, or book her for speaking engagements.

Vikram is the co-founder of Pictory, an AI video platform built to make video creation and content repurposing accessible to everyone. Over the past five years, he has helped grow Pictory with a clear focus on removing the complexity from video production so creators, educators, and businesses can turn ideas into videos faster.


📢 Call-to-Action: Check out Pictory’s AI video platform, where you can turn text, blogs, scripts, or long videos into short, professional videos in minutes. It helps creators, marketers, educators, and business owners save time, reduce production costs, and repurpose existing content into video without needing editing skills or complex software. It is a practical starting point for anyone who wants to create more video content with less effort.