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Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place
Miramar, Florida, 33025
United States

Alicia Couri

Confidence Expert

Alicia Couri, is the CEO of Audacious Concepts Inc. a boutique corporate consulting firm, and the founder of RedCarpetCEO™, a Personal Branding & Digital Media Co. Alicia has been awarded the G9-Global Icon Award at the First Ladies Forum in Dubai, named the Top Audacious Confidence Growth Expert & the Empowered Woman Award by the International Association of Top Professionals. She is an international speaker, author, actor, webshow & podcast producer/host, and a Legacy Queen for Woman of Achievement. Her passion is to especially help women “Own Their Awesome” through exclusive retreats.

Blaze Daktari Goldsmith

Spoken Word Visionary and Transformational Guide

Blaze Daktari is a multifaceted performer, celebrated as a spoken word visionary. His journey is marked by a profound faith in the universe and a fervent belief in the law of attraction. He's experienced firsthand the extraordinary power of faith, often witnessing the spiritual long before it manifests in the natural world. With a unique gift for igniting the spark of vision within, Blaze doesn't impose his views on others; instead, he empowers them to recognize their innate strength. He innerstands that true transformation begins within, and he excels in helping individuals visualize themselves in a way that redefines their perspective on life.

Carlos Palacious

Climate Changer

Meet Carlos Palacious - engineer, environmentalist, entrepreneur and executive. Hailing as the first Bahamian Coastal Engineer, he is professionally licensed in The Bahamas, Canada, and USA, and holds a global PMP certification. As the founder and visionary behind innovative enterprises like Bron Ltd., Eeden Farms, and BluTerra, he's at the forefront of significant national developments. Lauded as a top change maker millennial by Project Y Bahamas in 2021 and spotlighted in the "Top 40 Under 40" by Professional Services Bahamas in 2018, Carlos passionately advocates for sustainable development and climate resilience. He's happily married to Anastarcia, fathering Cairo and Chosen.

Carolyn Stein

Intrepid Traveler

As a producer in the film industry, Carolyn created industrial training videos and television commercials. In 1983 she began presenting her inter-active high energy training programs on Professional Development and Leadership to audiences throughout the United States, Canada, Southeast Asia, China and New Zealand. Carolyn is the author of “Make An Impact, Use It or Lose It”. Carolyn is an Intrepid traveler. She has circled the globe twice and recently returned from an expedition to Antarctica. For 20 years, Carolyn was a caregiver for her husband with Parkinson’s Disease. During that time Carolyn became very active in numerous Parkinson’s support groups, was interviewed by Neurology Now Magazine and The Parkinsons Foundation. Because she gained great insight into dealing with senior challenges, attitudes and disabilities, she was prompted to write her best selling book “Suddenly A Senior, How Did It Happen So Soon”.

Cassi Eubank

Mindset Ninja

Cassi Eubank is a dynamic force in the realm of personal growth and transformation. As an International Speaker, Best-Selling Author, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and visionary Founder of Spiritual Alliance, she has dedicated her life to empowering individuals to unlock the immense potential within their minds. With an unwavering passion for guiding others, Cassi's mission is to lead people toward their happiest, healthiest selves by tapping into the limitless power of their minds. Through her powerful speeches and engaging workshops, she imparts invaluable knowledge, inspiring her audiences to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace a life of abundance and fulfillment. Through her innovative techniques as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, she has helped countless individuals overcome challenges and achieve personal growth.

Chloe’ Vorseth

Ecological Econimist

Chloe’ Vorseth is an ecological economist and PhD candidate at Florida International University in Miami, Florida. Her experiences span from studying ecotourism and environmental education in Cape Town, South Africa, joining fellow FIU students in Washington D.C. to discuss the importance of coastal economies and science communication with lawmakers, serving as president of the Florida Coastal Everglades Long-Term Ecological Research (FCE-LTER) student group at FIU, and receiving scholarships from The Everglades Foundation. Her research focuses on valuing the countless economic contributions of the Everglades, but she is most passionate about teaching anyone and everyone about the environment. She holds a master's degree in Environmental Studies from FIU and a bachelor's degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Science from the University of Kentucky. In her spare time, Chloe’ enjoys reading, cooking, playing the violin, and visiting family in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.

Deborah Brown

Relationship Expert

Deborah Brown, the Relationship Explorer, is on a mission to turn life and relationships into the most exhilarating journey you've ever experienced. Deborah is a certified coach, speaker, author and trainer with a passion for travel. As a firm believer that laughter is the best medicine, she is here to sprinkle a little fun on the path to personal and relationship growth. As your partner in creating an adventure-filled route to improvement, Deborah develops simple communication and action strategies for maximum impact. She helps her clients create their best expression of themselves so they can show up powerfully, confidently and authentically in both their personal and professional lives. Deborah believes that life and relationships can be like a roller coaster and she is simply here to help you enjoy the ride.

Dr. Maurice Fuller

The Mindful Visionary

The Mindful Visionary conveys my ability to combine creative thinking with spiritual insight, leading others on transformative journeys of self-awareness and growth. As an Inter Spiritual Minister and Mindfulness Meditation Practitioner trained under the guidance of renowned mentors Jack Canfield and Tara Brach, Dr. Maurice Fuller has dedicated his life to the harmonious convergence of spirituality and science. With 40 years of experience as a Pharmacist and a Master of Public Health, he brings a unique perspective that transcends traditional boundaries. A captivating Storyteller and Motivational Speaker, Maurice has touched the hearts of audiences worldwide with his insightful narratives of personal growth and transformation. At the core of Maurice’s essence lies innovation, boldness, and an inter-spiritual approach. Embodying creativity and cuttng-edge thinking, he weaves mindfulness into every endeavor, guiding individuals towards a deeper connection with their authentic selves.

Geraldine Hogan

Retired Judge and Former Teacher

Geraldine Hogan is a former elementary school teacher, licensed attorney, and retired judge. She is also certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Court Mediator. Since her retirement from the judiciary in 2018, Geraldine has dedicated time to helping parties resolve legal disputes through mediation, avoiding the need for judicial intervention. Before attending law school, Geraldine worked as a teacher for over a decade. She understands the importance of setting and pursuing new career goals at the appropriate time. Drawing from her own journey, she authored the book Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change. Geraldine is a member of several Toastmasters International’s network of clubs and has earned the Distinguished Toastmaster award, the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters. As a Toastmaster, Geraldine enjoys helping individuals enhance their communication and leadership skills.

Hyvelle Ferguson-Davis

Heart Sista

Hyvelle is a wife and a loving mother of two beautiful children. She is the founder of Heart Sistas, an organization that brings awareness and education to underrepresented women about women’s health with a diverse group of women. Hyvelle holds positions with: The American Heart Association; the American Diabetes Association and the Ambassador Mended Hearts Advisory Action Network. Hyvelle is also a stroke, heart attack, and quadruple bypass survivor, living a purposeful life despite her diagnoses after navigating the complications of her illnesses and the treacherous complexity of our healthcare system; she became extremely concerned about disparities in treatments and dissemination of information that she wasn't aware of before she became ill; to better her survival outcome, Hyvelle joined many health groups and organizations to learn how to gain the upper hand. She turned her focus to advocacy as she learned more about the link between diabetes and heart disease.

Jim Barber

Serial Entrepreneur

Jim Barber began his career as a serial entrepreneur in 1979. Since then, he has been an international speaker, a technical trainer, master of ceremonies, podcaster, a body-double (for George Washington), and a voice-over talent. He’s also a writer – he’s written 19 books (including his latest, Think 3.0) as well as being a book editor and proofreader. Jim has a love/hate relationship with computers – he’s been programming since the early 1970s, he had his own business computer system in 1982, and he was developing content for the Internet before the World Wide Web was even developed. Recently, he’s created a variety of websites, ecommerce sites, and membership sites. Jim also enjoys un-confusing people, so he’s both enthralled and appalled at the awesome potential that artificial intelligence holds, and he is delighted to help people survive the impending AI Apocalypse.

Tammy Triolo

Diversity & Culture Expert

Tammy is CEO of PCQ Consulting, a boutique agency specializing in company culture, DEI, leadership & management training. A dynamic Trainer and collaborator. Tammy has spent most of her career in healthcare, in this field she has mastered being an empathetic leader. She is a mom of 4 amazing children and a friend to everyone she’s ever met. Tammy’s ability to mix speaking tough truths with empathy has been what has set her apart in her career and industry.

Wayne Messam

An Immigrant's Son

Mayor Messam is a first-generation American, born to Jamaican parents. Raised in South Bay, Florida, he is a lifelong athlete who proudly attended Florida State University on a full scholarship where he excelled both on and off the football field. Mayor Messam was a member of the 1993 National Championship Team under coach Bobby Bowden and had a brief stint in the National Football League as a Cincinnati Bengal. A highlight for him was when the FSU Black Alumni Association named him “Student of the Year” in 1996 for his exceptional accomplishments as a student-athlete. He graduated from FSU with a bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems in 1997. A Licensed General Contractor and LEED-Accredited Professional, Mayor Messam is a prominent professional in the construction industry. His company, Messam Construction, is one of the fastest growing minority construction management firms in Florida building projects in the Education, Aviation, and Healthcare Sectors.