Ana Barajas is the Co-founder of Build Safe Escrow, a company bringing financial protection and trust to construction and renovation projects through milestone-based payments. Her journey began when a contractor vanished with her life savings during a home renovation; an experience that sparked her mission to create a safer path for others. With a background in corporate marketing and an MBA, Ana brings sharp strategy and deep personal conviction to her work. Today, she leads Build Safe Escrow in empowering property owners, contractors, and developers with escrow solutions that protect project funds and keep projects on track.

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Chris Nordyke, Co-owner and President at Floodlight Consulting, began his journey at age 19 when he entered the world of direct sales, where he quickly rose to prominence as a top sales leader and branch office manager. During his tenure, he oversaw a team of over 40 sales representatives, spearheading initiatives in recruiting, training, and team development. This experience laid a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and sales leadership, which Chris continues to leverage today, particularly in the restoration industry.

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Doris is the founder of Doris Business Development, a boutique consulting firm that merges the influence of media with the appeal of golf to drive meaningful growth for businesses.

She is also the proud mother of two strong and capable young women. As a single mother, she worked tirelessly—often holding two jobs—to support her family and build her business from the ground up. Those challenging years taught her the true meaning of resilience and determination.  Today, she is proud to see those same values reflected in her daughters.

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Heather Turner is a Granite Region Certified SCORE mentor. She spent twenty years cooking professionally and in 2003 started her own business (with the assistance of a SCORE mentor). She currently teaches social media and marketing for small businesses and mentors and co-mentors in the chapter for marketing and social media for startup businesses and for existing businesses who need some help and guidance in the digital age. She also specializes in working with the hospitality industry for operations, both starting a food business as well as in business.

Jelani humbly describes himself as an all-weather, maneuverable, and authentic professional who has worked in the finance industry for a bountiful amount of years. He currently mixes that knowledge with his passion for travel by venturing into the hospitality sector via The Wapechi Collection. He recognizes that, in order to operate and deliver outstanding results, it is vital to have a balanced team, efficient project management, and crisp data analysis.

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Jeremy Owens is the 3rd generation in the remodeling industry and owner of 3 Generations Improvements and US Construction Zone. His Grandfather, Bob Owens, started in construction in 1956, and with his dad’s integrity-filled leadership, he has enjoyed a successful 24-year career in the industry. 

Jeremy's newest venture and passion project, US Construction Zone, was founded in 2021 and has become a catalyst in finding Jeremy's voice in the construction industry. As a sought-after podcast guest and networker, Owens is influencing the construction industry in positive ways and desires to leave a lasting legacy that his family business and 3 kids will be proud of! He is the host of a popular monthly live show called ‘Construction Executives Live’ podcast, where he enjoys learning from and highlighting the greatest minds in the industry.

Jeremy is a proud father of 3, a coach for his son’s sports teams, and an outdoorsman.

With decades of “tra-digital” experience in design, product development, and an entrepreneurial mindset focused on outcomes over outputs, Paul Stonick has a deep understanding of building empowered teams and leveraging human-centered principles. Paul is an advisor, mentor, and speaker regularly featured on podcasts, bringing depth to discussions on design, leadership, team culture, & innovation. He also coaches the next generation of design leaders in his work with Amazing Design People, inspiring powerful conversations and collaborations among designers worldwide. He is also a founding member of Punks & Pinstripes, a private network of transformation executives. Paul has been married for 29 years and is the father of two teenagers. 

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Throughout her distinguished career in global and national media sales, Renee Rubens cultivated a tradition of presenting finely crafted teas and bespoke blends as gifts for clients during holidays and special occasions. This practice ultimately inspired the vision for a dedicated venture. Guided by a commitment to responsible sourcing, ethical harvesting, and equitable trade practices, she established Symphony of Leaves Tea Co. as a small business during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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Richard Dodds is the Founder of Crowned Culture Media LLC, a studio that helps authors, speakers, and business leaders amplify their voices through podcast production, branding, and digital storytelling. With 15+ years of experience in multimedia design, video production, and content strategy, he has produced hundreds of podcast episodes with topics from relationships to social justice, each rooted in thoughtful storytelling and a commitment to authenticity. Drawing from his background in graphic design, marketing, and even a touch of engineering, Richard brings a unique perspective to every project. At the heart of his mission is a deep commitment to building powerful, representative media that reflects the richness of underrepresented communities. He seeks to inspire, connect, and empower through storytelling, proving that our stories don’t just matter —they move people.

Roger Beaudoin is a 30-year hospitality professional. He created five high volume restaurant concepts from scratch with double the net profit of the average restaurant. Roger is now President of Restaurant Rockstars, selling online restaurant training systems that increase profit. He is also a personal restaurant coach, 2-time author, and host of the weekly Restaurant Rockstars Podcast.

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