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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 and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King that swept the 2003 Academy Awards. In 2007, she decided to pursue a freelance career enabling her to work alongside former colleagues and various companies. Ortiz commutes between Chicago and Los Angeles and has offices in both cities.

Tammi Pickle is VP/ Partner of Elite Connections, a family owned matchmaking agency that helps busy professionals make quality introductions for the past 26 years. Tammi personally meets and matches all of her clients and her BA in Psychology allows her to understand, relate and help people throughout the dating process. Tammi is passionate about her family, helping clients, and giving back to her community.

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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Martha Chandran-Dickerson was born in India, raised in Europe and East Africa, and resides in America. As a global citizen, issues concerning identity and justice intrigue her. She eschewed the sciences, and embraced the humanities, initially pursuing journalism, and then eventually evolving into an educator. She is a freelance writer and editor, as well as a bridge-builder, serving as an advisor for BRAVE, and a writer for Blindian Project, a community for Black and South Asians. She is also an administrator for faith-based antiracist organization Be the Bridge. Eventually she hopes to pursue her PhD and write a memoir about her migratory life. You can read more of her blog here.

Dr. Erika Montgomery is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 23 years’ experience providing mental health treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Dr. Montgomery earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from VCPP and has been in private practice in Oak Park, IL for the past 20 years. She hosts a weekly podcast on iHeart Radio called, "Master Your Mind with Dr. Erika." Dr. Montgomery is married with three children. Instagram @dr.gmontogmery, www.healthyminds.expert, LOAradionetwork.com/dr-erika