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Jeanne Sparrow is a speaker, consultant and 3-time Emmy-winning television and radio personality. Jeanne helps people and organizations find more success by fine tuning the way they tell their stories, express themselves and communicate their value. She can help you speak better on Zoom, to the media or in person. Connect with Jeanne at www.fearlessauthenticity.com and on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter.
Lora LaPratt
Chrissy Gruninger is the owner of Social [media] Wellness™, offering online business management, marketing and strategy to eco, wellness and socially conscious companies, or as she likes to say, “good people doing good things”. With a graduate degree in sustainable living along with health coaching and yoga certifications, she blends a background in conscious living with her business experience and online marketing knowledge, helping her clients bring their positive messages of well-being and harmony into the world. She lives a wild hearted life in Costa Rica with her two cats, Sunshine y Lluvia.
Lora LaPratt is the CEO and head stylist of Shopping Girl XOXO, a personal styling brand for clients nation-wide. She prides her business on helping clients to not only look but most importantly FEEL amazing in their own unique style. Lora specializes in working with local Chicago designers and boutiques across the city. She has been featured as a style expert on multiple TV segments and publications and was chosen as one of the Top Woman Owned Businesses in 2016. To learn more about Shopping Girl XOXO and Lora's styling packages visit www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com
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Shermin Kruse is a lawyer and the author of the critically acclaimed, best-selling novel Butterfly Stitching, a contributor to the Huffington Post, co-founder and director of the peace organization, Pasfarda Arts and Culture Exchange,, and a director of the ACLU of Illinois. Shermin, spent her childhood in Iran dodging rockets and the morality police. Kruse graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School and is a frequent speaker/writer on issues relating to human rights and women in leadership. Kruse is globally dedicated to raising awareness.
Attorney Corey Minor Smith is a thought leader on housing and poverty breaking strategies. She is also a leading social justice advocate for mental health in communities across the nation. Corey produces radio roundtable conversations with youth and community members to discuss ways to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. She is a highly sought-after speaker earning two degrees from Bowling Green State University and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Toledo College of Law.
Daphne Ortiz is a freelance publicist covering clients in film, TV, sports, lifestyle, fashion, beauty, healthcare, and non-profits. She began her career at a tech PR firm working at some of the industry’s top celebrity PR firms. Ortiz was a member of the publicity team for New Line Cinema film studio and worked on films such as The Notebook. Ortiz commutes between Chicago and Los Angeles and has offices in both cities.
Alexis Ross is a passionate foodie who loves to enjoy the finer things in life at a reasonable price. This modern mom with a 6 and 5-year old in tow is always on the go. As a former Director of Operations and Creative Services she was “hands on” with creative, client services, production and postproduction making her a vital part of how content was developed. Also known as “Minister of Culture,” she is committed to making staff feel special and appreciated with team inspiring events. Alexis received her BA degree in Pre-Law / Law & Society from University of California Santa Barbara.
Kimia Khalvati was born raised in Chicago. Her Persian and Irish roots add to the eclectic influence on lifestyle and career. Throughout her professional career as fitness training professional and health coach, she delivers a vast knowledge of sustainable living techniques. Catering to a multi-dimensional clientele base she believes in many platforms of growth. Kimia is now evolving as an actress now featured in the Netflix drama, BLACK AND privileged. Every mind deserves different avenues of growth and longevity.