Adam Carswell is a global connector, program manager at RaisingCapital.com, podcaster, and DJ who embodies creativity and determination. From his beginnings as a basketball player and coach in Belize to becoming a leader in capital raising and relationship building, Adam’s journey reflects the power of pivoting, persistence, and big-picture thinking.

On Dragon's Gold, Adam shares insights on networking, mentorship, and manifesting success. Whether he’s raising capital, producing music, or mentoring others, Adam’s passion for growth and connection inspires anyone looking to level up their personal and professional lives.

Adrian Rae spent 15 years in advertising and media production, collaborating with global brands and top commercial artists. As AI reshaped the industry and burnout set in, she knew it was time for a change. Fueled by her love for real estate and storytelling, she founded HeyRaise, a marketing agency helping private equity firms connect with investors through trust-building branding. Adrian blends advertising expertise with real estate investing knowledge, offering a fresh approach to capital raising. Passionate about financial freedom, she also explores wealth-building strategies like whole life insurance to help others break free from traditional financial systems. 

Anthony Williams is the founder and CEO of Mindwell, dedicated to helping individuals master their minds and unlock their full potential. With over 24 years of experience in holistic health programs, he integrates wisdom from his studies across Africa, Asia, and Europe. Fluent in four languages, he has worked with world-renowned musicians, professional athletes, and corporate leaders from Nike, Google, and Intuit.

Growing up in foster care, Anthony developed resilience and self-determination, which led him from an elite prep school to a life-changing experience in Kenya. His approach blends emotional intelligence, meditation, and mindset coaching to foster leadership, self-awareness, and holistic well-being. Today, he works with individuals and organizations to inspire transformation and personal growth through mindfulness and intentional living.

Bryce Robertson is an Australian-born real estate investor, entrepreneur, and lifestyle adventurer who went from $2,000 in debt to financial freedom. As the CEO and Founder of Cultiv8 Collective, Bryce specializes in mobile home park investments, passive income strategies, and helping others achieve financial independence through real estate. His approach blends wealth-building with personal development, empowering people to live life on their own terms. Bryce has traveled to over 60 countries, embracing a life of freedom, mobility, and adventure, and he now teaches others how to create their own path to financial success.

Catherine Bell is the founder of Titan Impact Group, and a passionate advocate for impact-driven investing. Using her innovative approach to creating wealth with purpose, Catherine has built a legacy of helping first responders, veterans, and underserved communities achieve financial security through investments that make a difference.

As a champion of positive self-talk, gratitude, and resilience, Catherine inspires individuals to transform challenges into opportunities. Her story of overcoming adversity and creating 13 streams of passive income serves as a blueprint for anyone seeking to align their financial goals with their personal values.

On Dragon's Gold, Catherine shares powerful insights into financial literacy, mindset mastery, and the role of family traditions in building a fulfilling life. With a heart for service and an unshakable belief in abundance, Catherine empowers others to rise above limitations and achieve lasting impact.

Cory Harelson is the founder of Freedom Investing Group, a mission-driven firm focused on solving the affordable housing crisis while helping investors achieve financial freedom. 

After an 18-year career as a structural engineer, Cory walked away from burnout and built a mobile home park portfolio spanning $21.9M in assets across 8 states.

His business began with a leap of faith, leveraging a HELOC to buy his first park, and grew through resilience, resourcefulness, and a belief in progress over perfection. 

Today, he’s known not only for his operational expertise, but for bringing others along on the path to freedom.

Courtney Moeller is a U.S. Navy veteran, #1 best-selling author, entrepreneur, international speaker, and oil and gas investment expert. 

As the founder of Elaio Energy, she specializes in strategic oil and gas investment opportunities that offer exceptional tax advantages and monthly income. With hands-on experience in the investment, exploration, and drilling of over 100 wells across Texas, Wyoming, Colorado, and North Dakota. 

Courtney brings a wealth of knowledge to this asset class. A sought-after speaker, she shares educational insights on oil and gas , tax strategies, and entrepreneurial tools.

David Priest is the principal of Paratus Commercial Group and a passionate advocate for financial freedom through passive investing.

After decades in mortgage lending, a cancer diagnosis radically shifted his perspective, igniting a mission to live fully, invest boldly, and leave a legacy of freedom for his family.

Today, David specializes in raising capital for large-scale real estate projects and mentoring others on the power of investing with purpose. His story is one of resilience, gratitude, and the relentless pursuit of meaningful impact.

Dennis Trixler is a man of resilience, faith, and passion, whose unique journey spans professional golf, culinary excellence, and family triumphs.

As a former Ryder Cup chef and golfer, Dennis combines discipline and creativity to thrive under pressure. His personal story of perseverance through in-vitro challenges and faith-driven fatherhood is nothing short of inspiring.

On Dragon's Gold, Dennis discusses life lessons from golf, the power of tough love, and the miracles that come from never giving up. His story is a testament to resilience, faith, and turning life’s toughest challenges into opportunities for growth and connection.

Dr. Jacquelyn Dietrich grew up in Vacaville, CA, and studied Animal Science at Cal Poly SLO before earning her veterinary degree at Massey University in New Zealand. 

Her career began at Peninsula Equine Medical Center, where she developed advanced expertise in equine sports medicine, diagnostic imaging, and holistic care. Certified in Acupuncture, Equine Rehabilitation, and Medical Manipulation through the Chi Institute, Dr. Dietrich takes an integrative approach to equine health, blending science and compassion.

Now the owner of Legacy Equine Sports Medicine, Dr. Dietrich is dedicated to preserving the legacy of her mentors while advancing equine care. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, and spending time with her dog, Stannis, and her cats, Joey and Catrick.

Eugene Gershman is a visionary real estate developer and CEO of GIS Companies, where he’s transforming communities through multifamily housing and impact-driven investments. With a foundation in family business and a passion for creating legacies, Eugene has built a career blending strategic partnerships, niche expertise, and creative flexibility to thrive in competitive markets.

On Dragon's Gold, Eugene shares his journey of resilience, the “Phoenix Mindset” that drives his success, and insights on balancing focus with adaptability. His forward-thinking approach to building wealth and purpose offers actionable advice for anyone looking to create lasting impact in their communities and beyond.

George Salas is the founder of Empress Capital, a visionary real estate investor, and a transformation-driven leader who scaled from sleeping in a collapsing adobe house in Peru to building a $19M short-term rental portfolio across five states. With a deep passion for personal growth and strategic investing, George helps others build lifestyle wealth through high-performance real estate assets. His journey includes two rock bottoms, multiple business pivots, and a mission to empower others to achieve financial freedom—especially through mindset, systems, and mentorship.

Grant Steunenberg is a vice principal at Carlemont High School and a former English teacher with a passion for mentorship. Having grown up as an athlete and coached sports, he transitioned into education after discovering a love for working with youth. His journey includes overcoming personal struggles and achieving recovery, which he now uses to inspire the next generation. A lifelong learner and advocate for growth, Grant continues to channel his experiences into empowering students and fostering a culture of resilience and accountability.

Gregg Gruehl is the co-founder of Gruehl Capital Management, where he and his brother Gunner are democratizing industrial real estate for everyday accredited investors. A third-generation real estate entrepreneur, Gregg’s path began in childhood—touring vacant buildings with his father, reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, and dreaming of financial freedom. After a career inside institutional giants like STAG Industrial and Blackstone-backed platforms, he took the leap into entrepreneurship—trading security for legacy. Today, Gregg leverages his industry expertise to unlock wealth-building opportunities for those previously shut out of industrial syndications.

James Bohan is the founder of Stonehan Capital Family Office and Stonehan Accountancy, based in Idaho. With a foundation in accounting and real estate, James has built a career helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes with ease and expertise. Known as the “Tax Hero” by his clients, he combines a warrior’s mindset with strategic problem-solving to deliver exceptional results. Outside of work, James enjoys exploring his faith, honing his skills, and building meaningful relationships.

Jason McNamara is a speaker, entrepreneur, and the founder of The No More 9 to 5 Club. After serving in the military, including a high-stakes assignment at Guantanamo Bay, and earning selection as a CIA interrogator, Jason transitioned into sales, where he quickly rose to become the #1 rep in the nation. 

But success on paper didn’t bring peace. By 32, he walked away from the security of a top-tier paycheck to create something bigger: a mentorship-driven movement helping others build lives they don’t want to escape from. Now, he empowers others to ditch burnout and build legacy using mindset, mission, and strategic leadership.

Jason Wright is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and digital marketing architect with a passion for helping others scale their businesses. As the founder and CEO of Intentionally Inspirational, he specializes in lead generation, lead nurture, and 1:1 coaching, empowering entrepreneurs to create automated, scalable growth strategies.

Jason’s journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial success is a testament to persistence, adaptability, and a ‘no off switch’ mentality. His work has impacted business owners across industries, helping them take control of their leads, sales, and overall success. Connect with Jason on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/thejasonwright/) or visit IntentionallyInspirational.com.

Jen Conkey is a powerhouse life and business strategist, founder of the Jen Conkey Mindset Company and Warriors of Wealth. 

Specializing in transformational mindset work, Jen has helped hundreds of high achievers dismantle limiting beliefs, unlock their identity, and step into peak performance. Her unique blend of neuroscience, NLP, hypnotherapy, and real estate investing delivers results that ripple far beyond business. 

From the Core Four limiting beliefs to her signature "Unshackled" event, Jen is on a mission to help people rewire who they are so they can build the lives they were always meant for. Whether she's raising capital or raising consciousness, Jen’s work is bold, empowering, and deeply impactful.

Joe Schimizzi is the Founder and Principal of a private equity real estate investment firm (Acquira Capital) and its operating entity (Acquira Realty Holdings). Joe is also the President/CEO of Managed Medical Review Organization, Inc. (MMRO), a medical review firm specializing in performing a variety of Disability Management Services and Healthcare Review Services, serving the healthcare payor and disability payor industries. He has been the President/CEO of MMRO for approximately 12 years and the Principal of Acquira for approximately 8 years. Joe lives in Novi, Michigan with his wife and three children.

Kenny Johnson lives in Greenville, SC, where he was born and raised. Starting with his first rental property in 2019, Kenny has completed over 25 real estate transactions and three syndications, managing a $4M portfolio. He thrives in building meaningful relationships as a capital raiser at East West Capital, creating world-class experiences for his investors. Kenny’s core motivation is his family—his wife of 11 years, Anna, and their two children, Moses and Daphne. Outside of work, you’ll find him playing disc golf, chess, or indulging in a fantasy novel.

Manish Pushye is the founder of Awesome ROI and a true serial entrepreneur with an inspiring journey from immigrant software developer to multi-business owner and real estate investor. 

Having built everything from cell phone carts and e-commerce brands to retail plazas and liquor stores, Manish is a master of the pivot—always adapting while staying true to his values. 

He now helps investors grow their wealth through retail plaza ownership and operational businesses while building legacy and giving back. With over 70 employees, a heart for service, and a mission to feed the homeless, Manish’s story is one of grit, grace, and giving.

Matt Owens, CPA, is the founder of OCG Capital, a real estate investment firm specializing in private lending, multifamily syndications, and high-return real estate investments. After starting his career as an accountant, Matt realized the traditional 9-to-5 path wasn’t for him and pivoted into real estate.

Since then, he has flipped over 1,000 properties, raised more than $150 million in capital, and built a reputation for helping investors navigate market downturns, avoid bad deals, and maximize profits. With a strong emphasis on financial literacy, mindset, and resilience, Matt continues to empower entrepreneurs and investors to create lasting wealth.

 Nathan Whigham is the Founder and President of EN Capital, a capital advisory firm specializing in structuring debt and equity for deals across commercial real estate, renewable energy, and emerging markets like space and LATAM.

With nearly two decades of experience, he has worked on over $1 billion in transactions and built a network that spans North and Latin America.

Nathan is known for his “social gravity” philosophy, an intentional approach to building trust, influence, and capital through long-term relationships.

He holds an MBA from USC, a Systems Engineering degree from the University of Arizona, and a graduate certificate in Space Law. 

Rob Cook is the Director of Strategic Tax at Bement & Company, a regional CPA firm helping high earners and real estate investors keep more of what they make.

A CPA, CFP®, and former EY accountant turned entrepreneur, Rob brings a rare blend of technical expertise and personal grit to the world of tax strategy. His journey has included failed startups, fertility struggles, spiritual growth, and multiple career reinventions. 

Through it all, he’s learned that faith, family, and finances can become a launchpad for real legacy. Rob is passionate about helping clients build wealth with intention and helping businesses scale with strategy.

Ryan Twomey is the co-founder of TR Capital Partners, where he helps sales executives and business owners protect and grow their wealth through passive multifamily investments. After starting his career in wealth planning and financial analysis for the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, Ryan realized his true goal wasn’t more money—it was more time. He began investing in real estate, and within a few years, scaled from a single triplex to co-owning over 570 units across Massachusetts. His mission today is helping others design a life around what matters most—family, time freedom, and the power of imperfect action.

Sandhya Seshadri is a seasoned investor, entrepreneur, and mentor with a background in engineering and an MBA. 

After achieving financial independence through stock trading and multifamily real estate, she founded Engineered Capital to help investors diversify beyond the stock market. 

As a lead general partner with multiple full-cycle deals, she specializes in underwriting, capital raising, and asset management. 

Sandhya is also the founder of Ace Operators, a mastermind group helping multifamily general partners improve operations. 

She’s passionate about financial literacy, mentorship, and making a lasting impact on the communities she invests in.

Shelon “Hutch the Marine Investor” Hutchinson is a Master Gunnery Sergeant (E-9) in the U.S. Marine Corps with over 26 years of service. He’s led Marines across the globe, mentored thousands, and been recognized for exceptional leadership. As the co-founder of H Squared Capital, Hutch has co-sponsored over $131M in multifamily deals and executed $2.4M in single-family real estate transactions. A passionate advocate for financial literacy in the veteran community, Hutch is on a mission to help high-net-worth individuals and transitioning service members own more of America. He’s also a devoted husband, father of three, and host of the Multifamily Real Estate Experiment podcast.

Tom Dunkel is the Chief Investment Officer of Belrose Storage Group and a seasoned entrepreneur known for his resilience, integrity, and long-term mindset. After leaving behind a stable, six-figure corporate finance career to pursue full-time investing, Tom faced near financial ruin before ultimately rebuilding and thriving in the self-storage industry. With over $63 million in transactions, he now helps others create passive income through recession-resistant storage deals. Tom's story is one of grit, reinvention, and choosing impact over ego. Today, he leads with transparency, faith, and a mission to elevate both returns and lives.

Wayne Courreges III is the Managing Principal of CREI Partners, a real estate investment firm focused on multifamily, build-to-rent, and RV/boat storage assets across Texas.

A Marine Corps veteran, Wayne transitioned from a 16-year corporate career at CBRE to full-time real estate entrepreneur, bringing discipline, structure, and a servant leadership mindset to every deal.

Today, he leads over $50M in assets under management and is passionate about creating value for investors while building a purpose-driven business. Wayne’s story is one of calculated risk, quiet grit, and a belief in showing up, whether for his team, his family, or his investors.