Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-X9NURoOE60&t=17s

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/vernice-flygirl-armour

Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour

Why I like Vernice:
Vernice Armour, America’s first Black female combat pilot, is a highly sought-after speaker known for her infectious energy and actionable insights on leadership and innovation.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational: Vernice’s story of shattering glass ceilings inspires audiences to push past obstacles and achieve their goals.
• Motivational: Her "Get Gutsy" approach empowers individuals to take bold action in their careers, which is invaluable for realtors looking to stand out in a competitive industry.
• Entrepreneurial: Vernice’s insights into decision-making and taking ownership of success provide practical tools for brokers and agents to thrive in their business endeavors.

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Short Bio

Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour is a trailblazer, decorated U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, and the first Black female combat pilot in American history. With an extraordinary career that includes flying attack helicopters in Iraq and serving as a diversity officer in the military, Vernice embodies courage, resilience, and the power of possibility.

A dynamic keynote speaker and author of Zero to Breakthrough, Vernice helps individuals and organizations take bold action to achieve unprecedented results. Her high-energy presentations inspire audiences to break barriers, lead fearlessly, and embrace the “gutsy move” mentality.

Vernice’s empowering message and practical strategies for success make her a sought-after speaker for events focused on leadership, innovation, and personal growth.

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Topics:

Get Gutsy - Harness a Breakthrough Mindset‍

How you react to personal and professional obstacles, adversity, and disappointment is a choice. It also determines your future. Black, female, gay, and a child of divorce, Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour learned this early in her pioneering journey from motorcycle cop to the Marines to becoming America’s first Black female combat pilot. FlyGirl’s energy rocks the house as she recounts for audiences her challenges, adventures, and ultimate triumph. Her authenticity, enthusiasm, and positivity inspire people to Get Gutsy and finally reimagine what’s possible.

Sample Takeaways:

• 7-step process to shatter limiting beliefs and unleash breakthroughs

• Replace a self-defeating “Zero Mentality” with a winning “Breakthrough Mentality”

• How to avoid burnout and keep moving forward

• Delay is not Denial, and to Retreat does not mean Defeat

• Tactics to ignite your passion and design the path to your dreams

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Who Needs a Runway? Take Off From Where You Are

Helicopter pilots spring into action from where they are. They don’t need a runway. It’s their edge in battle. Marine chopper pilot Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour believes this metaphor is perfect for uncertain times where speed and agility are survival skills. FlyGirl fires up audiences with her energy and storytelling – relating hard-learned lessons with tactics for quickly adapting to the forces of change. This presentation is perfect for audiences navigating uncertainty or looking to accomplish audacious goals. FlyGirl will spark their courage and enthusiasm.

Sample Takeaways:

• Recognize and take decisive action to capitalize on defining moments

• No situation is ever perfect – gain momentum from where you are

• The three-step plan: Decide, Commit, and Execute…at speed

• Recognize and harness the talents of everyone around you

• How to create a “Zero to Breakthrough” culture

Video Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3gIHBXBi1Y

Speaker Website - https://www.candyvalentino.com/

Candy Valentino

Why I like Candy:
Candy Valentino is a highly successful entrepreneur, author, and business strategist who built her first company before the age of 20. Candy understands the Real Estate Industry and her background as a self-made entrepreneur and her expertise in wealth-building strategies make her a dynamic and inspiring choice for Unite 2024.  

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational and Entrepreneurial: Candy’s story of building businesses from scratch resonates with realtors who are entrepreneurs in their own right. Her insights into scaling businesses and creating sustainable success are highly relevant for brokers and team leaders.
• How to Run a Business: Her keynote emphasizes actionable advice for managing finances, optimizing processes, and cultivating a growth-oriented mindset—key skills for real estate professionals.
• Motivational: Candy’s energetic style and compelling personal journey make her relatable and empowering for a sales-driven audience.

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Short Bio

Candy Valentino is a self-made entrepreneur, bestselling author, and acclaimed business strategist who started her first business at just 19 years old. With over two decades of experience, Candy has built, scaled, and sold multiple businesses across diverse industries, earning recognition for her innovative leadership and financial acumen.

A passionate advocate for financial literacy, Candy founded a nonprofit organization focused on empowering communities through education and has raised millions for charitable causes. Her groundbreaking book, Wealth Habits, distills proven strategies to help individuals and businesses build lasting success.

As a sought-after keynote speaker, Candy inspires audiences with her entrepreneurial journey, actionable insights on business growth, and empowering message of resilience and determination.

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Topic

The Power of Challenge - "How to Make Adversity your Superpower"

Candy's inspiring "rags to riches" story, of how she overcame abuse, poverty and life in a trailer park, to launching her first business at 19, building wealth and creating a life most people think is out of reach.

This goes on a journey on the power of resilience, determination and how challenge can be your greatest asset in achieving your biggest, boldest dreams.

Candy breaks down the proof of how our current dreams are often reflections of our past  – influenced by our experiences, childhood, successes, failures, and the people around us. And she passionately argues that everyone is capable of far more than we realize. The limitations we perceive are often based on a version of ourselves that no longer exists.

Candy addresses the hard truth that dreaming is easy, inexpensive. The true journey to success is a path paved with relentless action, commitment, and belief in oneself and challenges the audience to confront their fears, challenges them to think bigger and leaves them fired up to go after everything they identified through the action process.

For anyone who has doubted their ability, who thought success wasn’t available to them, or has a story of guilt, shame or failure that is keeping them stuck – with Candy's practical guidance, personal stories, and actionable steps – their breakthrough is just one keynote away.

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Unapologetic -"How to Build Courage and Confidence to Acheive Anything You Want"

Society will often try to define our roles, behaviors, and limitations; but just imagine a world where we were confident, courageous and broke free from the constraints of your past, your family, or societal pressure by embracing one’s true self.

The journey towards being unapologetic involves several specific pieces of Candy’s work and research on the subject. She takes the audience through a powerful life-changing experience that doesn’t leave a dry eye in the room.

This strategic process has the audience identify what story is holding them back, how to rewire that belief and replace the narrative, has them actively write their Proof Paper™ and  finishes with the 3-part Pause Reprogram ™ .  

This keynote builds confidence, emotional intelligence, and self-worth which empowers the audience and creates a breakthrough moment that provides the courage and inspiration for them to achieve anything of which they dream. But make no mistake:  This isn’t just another motivational speech; it’s a transformational fire that ignites the audience to take actionable steps and move from aspiration to actualization.

Video Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=St_Zyjb07M4

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/nicole-malachowski

Nicole Malachowski

Why I like Nicole:
Nicole Malachowski, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and the first female pilot in the Thunderbirds, is an extraordinary speaker known for her resilience, leadership, and inspirational storytelling.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational: Nicole’s journey of breaking barriers and overcoming challenges offers powerful lessons on perseverance and adaptability, crucial for real estate professionals navigating market changes.
• Motivational: Her message of turning setbacks into opportunities will resonate deeply with realtors striving for personal and professional growth.
• How to Run a Business: Nicole’s leadership insights translate seamlessly into strategies for building and managing successful real estate teams.

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Short Bio

Nicole Malachowski is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, combat veteran, and the first female pilot to fly with the Thunderbirds, the Air Force’s premier demonstration team. With a distinguished 21-year military career, she is a true pioneer and advocate for resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity.

In addition to her groundbreaking achievements in aviation, Nicole has served in high-profile roles at the White House and Pentagon, earning prestigious honors such as the Air Medal and the Legion of Merit. Her personal journey of triumph over obstacles, including battling a debilitating illness, inspires audiences to persevere in the face of challenges.

As a sought-after keynote speaker, Nicole delivers powerful lessons on grit, adaptability, and leading through change, leaving audiences motivated to aim higher and achieve their fullest potential.

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Topic

Pushing The Envelope: Being the Best when it Counts

What does it take to be the best? The individuals and teams who achieve at the highest levels have one thing in common: they push the envelope and go to the edge of boundaries. They accomplish as much as possible and do it to a standard of excellence. Pushing the envelope is an aviation term for taking an aircraft to the maximum limits of its abilities. In the business world, pushing the envelope means knowing yourself – certainly knowing your limits – all while using every bit of your ability to maximize your performance, be your best and be consistent. As a combat-tested fighter pilot and a member of the military’s most elite group of aviators (1 in 2,000 USAF pilots become Thunderbird pilots), Nicole Malachowski inspires audiences with lessons learned from a distinguished 21-year career – giving them the courage to push the envelope in their own lives. That means using inevitable failures to launch to the next level…preparing for turbulence, because change is unrelenting, and it is hard, but you must anticipate it…trusting in teammates’ skill and precision, while developing your own…and being mindful of the over-control that leads to performance malfunctions and mutes achievement. Nicole’s presentation provides an unforgettable and practical roadmap for individuals and organizations looking to make the most of their talents and efforts.

Video Link - https://vimeo.com/866992876

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/mark-schulman

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/heather-j-crider

Mark Schulman

Why I like Mark:
Mark Schulman is a world-renowned drummer who has worked with some of the biggest names in music, such as Pink and Cher. His unique perspective on performance, teamwork, and adaptability resonates strongly with sales professionals, particularly in high-energy industries like real estate.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational and Motivational: Mark's keynote, "Hacking the Rockstar Attitude," empowers audiences to embrace challenges and turn them into opportunities. He shares how rockstars perform under pressure and how those same strategies can be applied in business and life.
• Entrepreneurial Insights: Having managed his career in a highly competitive industry, Mark offers practical takeaways on building a winning mindset and cultivating personal success—skills directly applicable to realtors striving for growth.
• Memorable and Engaging: With a background in entertainment, Mark is captivating and brings a unique energy that will leave a lasting impression on attendees. His keynote could help make Unite 2024 unforgettable.

Heather J. Crider

Why I like Heather:
Heather J. Crider is a peak performance expert specializing in neuroscience and leadership. She has helped countless professionals optimize their mental focus, reduce stress, and increase productivity, making her message especially relevant to real estate agents and brokers juggling high-pressure schedules.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational and Motivational: Heather’s journey from corporate burnout to becoming a sought-after speaker and author inspires audiences to overcome challenges and take control of their mindset.
• How to Run a Business: Heather’s expertise in productivity and brain optimization can equip realtors with strategies to stay focused, motivated, and effective, even in competitive markets.
• Entrepreneurial and Practical: Heather's actionable advice is grounded in neuroscience and backed by experience, providing valuable tools for attendees to implement immediately in their professional and personal lives.
• Diversity and Perspective: As a female speaker, Heather aligns with your goal of promoting diversity while bringing a unique, compelling narrative to the stage.

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Short Bio

Mark Schulman is an internationally acclaimed rock star drummer, having performed with legendary artists such as P!nk, Cher, Billy Idol, and Foreigner. With a career spanning over three decades on some of the world’s biggest stages, Mark combines his passion for music with his expertise in motivation and performance psychology to inspire audiences around the globe.

As a dynamic keynote speaker, Mark uses his experiences from the music industry to deliver high-energy presentations that empower individuals and teams to perform at their peak. His bestselling book, Conquering Life’s Stage Fright, provides actionable strategies for overcoming fear and embracing confidence in both personal and professional pursuits.

Mark’s interactive and engaging keynotes leave audiences energized, motivated, and ready to unleash their full potential.

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Heather J. Crider is a renowned expert in neuroscience, leadership, and high performance. As a Certified Human Performance Coach and executive strategist, she specializes in helping individuals and organizations optimize productivity, resilience, and emotional intelligence through brain-based techniques.

Heather’s groundbreaking work focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and personal development, empowering professionals to lead with clarity and achieve sustainable success. As the author of The Go Reflect Yourself Self-Transformation Book, Heather provides actionable strategies for improving focus, reducing stress, and unlocking potential.

A sought-after keynote speaker, Heather delivers compelling presentations that inspire audiences to rewire their thinking, embrace change, and drive transformative results.

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Topic

Everyday Rockstar

Lighting it up to unleash your best self and have the greatest impact on others through science and rock and roll!

Everyday Rockstar® is an electrifying keynote experience led by celebrity drummer, peak performance and engagement expert Mark Schulman, delivering to you a powerful journey of resilience, confidence, the science and secrets of rockstar performance. Known for his work with legends like P!NK, Cher, Billy Idol, and many other world-class performers, Mark combines insider rockstar stories, thrilling drum sequences, and actionable attitude techniques that show you how to harness your own rockstar DNA.

Mark brings the house down with the transformative energy to ignite your personal and professional development, equipping you with immediate strategies to evolve your attitude, amplify impact, and expand passion into purpose.

To maximize the takeaway value, Mark can be joined by special guest expert Heather Crider, an elite neuroscience and neuro-performance coach who takes existing and emerging high-level performers on a truly immersive and transformative journey. With practical tools based on cutting-edge brain science, Heather provides you with unique methodologies to tackle stress, heighten creativity, and maximize productivity in every aspect of life.

This isn’t an experience you’ll find anywhere else. Together, Mark and Heather deliver a thrilling fusion of rock and roll stories, cutting-edge techniques, and science-backed strategies that empower you to lead with purpose, supercharge team synergy, and live like a rockstar. We’re bringing you an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity—dynamic, sexy, and electrifying—designed to transform you and your team into Everyday Rockstars who feel equipped to live boldly and impact profoundly.

*Mark tailors his talk to meet every group’s individual needs.‍

Video Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-fugx-QD74

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/molly-bloom

Molly Bloom

Why I like Molly:
Molly Bloom, the bestselling author of Molly’s Game (later adapted into a major motion picture), is a captivating speaker who shares lessons from her high-stakes career as an entrepreneur in the ultra-competitive world of poker.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Inspirational: Molly’s story of resilience, adaptability, and overcoming adversity resonates with realtors who face challenges in a fast-paced, competitive industry.
• Entrepreneurial: Her experiences managing high-stakes poker games translate into practical lessons on networking, customer relationships, and leadership—core elements of real estate success.
• Memorable: Molly’s gripping story and engaging delivery will captivate the audience, making her keynote an unforgettable highlight of the event.

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Short Bio

Molly Bloom is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and the subject of the Oscar-nominated film Molly’s Game, which chronicles her extraordinary journey from Olympic hopeful to running the world’s most exclusive high-stakes poker games.

Known as the "Poker Princess," Molly built an empire by hosting A-list celebrities, athletes, and business moguls, navigating the challenges of high-stakes decision-making, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Her story is a testament to grit, adaptability, and turning adversity into opportunity.

As a sought-after keynote speaker, Molly captivates audiences with her riveting experiences, delivering powerful lessons on leadership, networking, and overcoming obstacles in the face of incredible odds.

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Topic

Molly's Game: The True Story of the Woman behind the Most Exclusive, High Stakes Underground Poker Game in the World

What’s it like to run an exclusive poker game for the rich and famous? Molly Bloom went from Olympic-level skier who didn’t know a thing about poker or Hollywood to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. In this motivational talk, Bloom will show the sales and marketing skills she used to attract hundreds of millions of dollars to the game and spark the interest of players like Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, A-Rod, and Ben Affleck. Audiences will get the inside story not shown in the film as Bloom shares true-life tales of her experience.

Make Every Customer Feel Like a High Roller

Molly Bloom didn’t know a thing about running a poker business when she was asked to set up the most exclusive high stakes poker game in Hollywood. She was faced with the daunting question: how do you create an experience that will keep the rich and famous coming back when they can go anywhere to play poker? Molly found if she built a unique customer culture, not only would players come back, the game would become so exclusive that everyone would want to be a part of it. In this exciting and informative talk, Bloom shows how she created an experience like no other for her players and how you can apply the same principles for creating an exclusive experience for your customers.

Video Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4nt-z2ZwSI

Tiffani Bova

Why I like Tiffani:
Tiffani Bova is a globally recognized growth and innovation evangelist, bestselling author, and a thought leader on customer experience and sales strategy.

Relevance to Unite's Audience:

• Motivational and Inspirational: Tiffani’s insights on creating customer-centric strategies align perfectly with realtors’ goals of building meaningful relationships with clients.
• How to Run a Business: Her expertise in sales acceleration and business growth provides practical tools for brokers and agents to expand their reach and increase productivity.
• Entrepreneurial: As someone who has worked with top global companies, Tiffani brings fresh, actionable perspectives that will inspire and elevate the Unite audience.

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Short Bio

Tiffani Bova is a globally recognized expert on business growth, customer experience, and innovation. As the Global Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce, Tiffani helps companies reimagine their strategies to drive success in an ever-changing marketplace.

She is the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book Growth IQ, which offers groundbreaking insights into building sustainable business growth. Named one of the Top 50 Business Thinkers in the World by Thinkers50, Tiffani draws on decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies to deliver actionable advice and transformative ideas.

A dynamic keynote speaker, Tiffani inspires audiences with her forward-thinking perspectives, empowering business leaders and sales professionals to unlock their full potential.

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Topics

Future-Proof you Business for Revenue Growth

In an ever-shifting landscape of technology, AI and market expectations, it’s easy for companies to feel weighed down and get caught up in a challenging loop of dissatisfied customers, disengaged employees, and slowing growth.

Today’s business leaders are facing the unique challenge of attracting and retaining top talent, all while navigating increasing pressure to optimize costs and enhance productivity. These hurdles are just a glimpse of the complex puzzle that companies are striving to solve in their quest for continued and accelerated growth.

But here’s the beacon of hope: Tiffani Bova, an authority in the world of growth, sales, and customer and employee experience. Drawing from the wisdom encapsulated in her two Wall Street Journal best-selling books, The Experience Mindset and Growth IQ, Tiffani leverages two decades of experience advising some of the world’s most renowned brands on growth and innovation. Her journey as a research fellow at Gartner and her role as the global growth evangelist at Salesforce have honed her into a true industry luminary.

Tiffani doesn’t just offer solutions; she provides a holistic framework, a roadmap to sustainable top-line growth in an ever-evolving environment. Her advice transcends mere business strategy; it encompasses the art of cultivating a resilient company culture that thrives in the face of change. Her guidance also delves into the transformative power of data-driven decisions and the ability to inspire change throughout your organization.

By seamlessly integrating the capabilities of cutting-edge technologies, such as AI, with the wisdom of proven practices, Tiffani empowers your organization to tackle even the most formidable business challenges. It’s not just about adaptation; it’s about thriving and flourishing during certain and uncertain times.

Prepare for an enlightening journey led by one of the world’s foremost authorities on growth, sales, and customer and employee experience: Tiffani Bova. With her guidance, you’re not just navigating change; you’re charting a course towards continued success and inspiration.

Takeaways include:

• How to uncover the current market context to shape your future strategies.
• Learning the most common paths back to profitable and sustainable growth in challenging times.
• Looking to your people and your customers to guide your strategy.
• Understanding how to make the proper investments in the business across people, processes, and technology.

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Speaker Reel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ED8CqDIQHd8

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/seth-mattison

Why Seth?

‍As real estate professionals embrace AI, automation, and digital platforms, Seth equips them with the mindset, strategies, and tools to maintain a competitive edge while keeping the human element at the core of their success.

🔹 [Topic] The Human Advantage: Unlocking the Power of People and Machines → A powerful program on how real estate professionals can integrate AI and automation while maximizing human creativity, connection, and intuition.

🔹 [Topic] Made With Love: Strategy for Unlocking the Ultimate Competitive Advantage → A deep dive into how leaders can build authentic, trust-based relationships in an increasingly digital world, crucial for real estate professionals.

🔹 Expert on workforce transformation and next-gen leadership, offering actionable insights into leading high-performing teams in a digital-first era.

🔹 Recognized thought leader in human-centered innovation, helping organizations create cultures that thrive in the face of technological change.

“Seth's work with the agency has had a big impact. A number of leaders have continued to reference the session and how much of an impact the ideas have had on their thinking as it relates to leading digital transformation at the agency.”

Jane Datta, Chief Human Capital Officer, NASA

“As we navigated our own transformational journey, Seth’s research and insights provided a spot-on and powerful framework to help our executive team challenge the assumptions they've made and the beliefs they carry about who they are and how they're showing up in the world as leaders.”

Susan Cisco, Head of HR & Employee Experience, MassMutual‍

Speaker Reel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDss3M6bttE

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/josh-linkner

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Why Josh?

‍As real estate continues to be disrupted by technology and digital platforms, Josh helps professionals embrace innovation, adapt to change, and develop a mindset for continual reinvention to stay ahead of the competition.

🔹 Founder and CEO of multiple successful tech ventures, providing firsthand insights into scaling businesses in rapidly evolving industries.

🔹 Expert on leveraging AI and automation, helping businesses optimize workflows while enhancing customer engagement.

🔹 Venture capitalist who has backed over 100 startups, offering a deep understanding of business transformation and market trends.

🔹 Dynamic and engaging speaker, known for delivering high-energy, practical takeaways tailored to professionals navigating disruption.

“Josh Linkner delivers a roadmap to help future generations of entrepreneurs and innovators push boundaries and explore the art of the possible. He provides a clear path to help you build an army of everyday innovators and turn ideas into action.”

• Steve Case, Co-Founder and Former CEO, AOL, Chairman, Revolution Partners

“In today’s fiercely competitive global marketplace the most important resource any business has is the creative thinking of its people. Josh Linkner lays out a road map that will guide individuals, teams, and companies to higher levels of creativity. It is a journey that will lead to better ideas and breakthrough thinking.”

• Bill Ford, Executive Chairman, Ford Motor Company‍

Speaker Reel - https://vimeo.com/1029436629

Speaker Profile - https://www.gravityspeakers.com/speakers/jesse-israel

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Why Jesse?

‍Real estate professionals navigate high-stress environments, requiring sharp decision-making, resilience, and focus. Jesse equips them with science-based strategies to enhance performance, manage stress, and create meaningful connections with clients and colleagues.

🔹 Founder of The Big Quiet, a movement bringing mindfulness to executives and industry leaders.

🔹 Expert in mental resilience, leadership, and emotional intelligence, critical skills for real estate professionals in a fast-paced, client-driven industry.

🔹 Former tech startup leader who understands the demands of scaling a business while maintaining well-being.

‍🔹 Recognized for bringing science-backed mindfulness strategies to high-impact industries, helping professionals sustain focus, clarity, and productivity.

"Jesse's keynote was a life changing experience for our group. The word to use is nothing short of 'breakthrough'"

• Emerald Expositions Design Group

“A cultural phenomenon”

• Allison Johnson, CMO of Paypal

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