Our Team

Sabrina Franco's journey to success is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of community. Born into a life of limitations, Sabrina's childhood was marked by challenges that shaped her into the unstoppable woman she is today. Arriving in the United States in her teenage years, she brought with her a burning desire to transform her life and the lives of those around her.

For 13 years, Sabrina thrived in the banking industry, gaining invaluable experience and honing her financial acumen. However, the birth of her daughter was a turning point. Determined not to spend her life trading time for money, Sabrina, alongside her husband Carlos Franco, ventured into the world of real estate investing. They began with fix and flip projects, to develop necessary skills in construction, later expanding their portfolio to include rental properties. This transition not only marked a new chapter in their lives but also laid the foundation for their future success.

As Sabrina's expertise grew, so did her reputation. Her success in managing her partners' investments attracted the attention of the Hispanic community, eager to learn from her experience. A pivotal moment came when someone questioned her efforts to educate Latinos in real estate investing, suggesting it was taking away labor workers. This comment ignited a fire within Sabrina, compelling her to empower her community even more fervently.

Today, Sabrina Franco is a beacon of inspiration, creating legacies through her unwavering commitment to education and empowerment. She passionately believes in the power of leverage, using it to create value for her partners and her community of students. Through her guidance, many have found the path to financial freedom, building their own legacies and transforming their lives. She firmly believes that transforming your life begins with developing skills that enable you to add value. She advocates that the true power of leverage and the effectiveness of collective growth only manifest when each individual brings something valuable to the table. According to Sabrina, acquiring and honing skills not only enhances personal capabilities but also fosters a collaborative environment where everyone benefits. By focusing on skill development, she teaches her community that success is a shared journey, built on mutual contribution and empowerment.

Sabrina Franco's story is not just one of personal success, but of communal upliftment. Her journey from a constrained childhood to a thriving real estate investor and mentor illustrates the transformative power of knowledge and the impact of sharing it. Sabrina continues to inspire and lead, proving that with determination and the right support, anything is possible.

Jasmine Bingham is currently an Exchange Coordinator at U.S. 1031 Exchange Services, Inc. The company is approaching its 40th year servicing the nation with tax-deferred exchanges for commercial and residential real estate, vacant land, and Delaware Statutory Trusts.

Jasmine is a securities analyst and financial writer, by training. She is a graduate of Fordham University, with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance. Over almost a decade at Smith Barney, Harris, Upham & Co., Inc., Jasmine performed research, analysis, and financial reporting for multiple sectors in U.S. Equity Research (including paper and forest products; healthcare; energy, semiconductors; closed-end country funds; building materials companies; and homebuilders)

A move to Goldman Sachs & Co., Inc., in the early nineties led to Jasmine initiating coverage of top-tier publicly traded manufactured housing companies (including Clayton Homes, Champion Enterprises, Fleetwood Enterprises, and Oakwood Homes), and conventional U.S. homebuilders (including Centex, Kaufman & Broad, Pulte Homes, Ryland Homes, and Del Webb).

After five exciting years at Goldman, Jasmine decided to move to Orange County, California, to devote the next twelve years to raising her daughter. Following this not-so-relaxing hiatus from the workplace, Jasmine decided to embark on an entrepreneurial endeavor.

Balcony 7 Media and Publishing, Inc. was created to support Jasmine’s passion to improve children’s literacy with rhyming illustrated children’s books, that can twist the tongues of even adults. But that was the whole point: engaging with your children with stories that can tickle you both with smart, sassy, cartoon animals that only talk in rhyme. After the trilogy was published, Jasmine was challenged to write Book 4 in metered rhyme. The challenger was Monte Schultz, at the Writers Conference his father Charles Schulz, originally started in Santa Barbara, CA. Jasmine balked at Monte’s challenge, saying it was impossible. Monte told Jasmine to read The Golden Gate, by Vikram Seth, a novel written entirely in verse. Jasmine fell in love with the book and promptly wrote an Amazon Review entirely in verse. Following up with the prompt writing of Book 4 in metered rhyme over the next few months, which one reviewer called “flawless”.

As Editor-in-Chief and Manager, Jasmine nurtured a slew of new authors, published over a dozen books, edited all of them, and ghost-wrote chunks of others. Genres ranged from crime drama, international espionage, cancer memoir, political memoir, civil jury trial law manual (used for CE credits), juvenile fiction, and more children’s books.

At that time, the publishing industry was going through monumental challenges: Amazon’s growing wholesale discount; book sellers demand for a return policy; the adoption of Common Core (and subsequent shadow-banning of books without); and the growing volume of digital offerings crowding the ethernet with so much fluff and so little quality.

The five-year run was expensive, comparable to the cost of an uber-MBA. What was learned includes building websites and managing the backend; publishing an editorial blog for the company and its authors; managing numerous sites and social media platforms under our umbrella; creating countless blogs, posts, images, metadata and copy for both print and digital spaces. A great run.

Finding the next career was difficult. While the Street will forever be in Jasmine’s blood, it remained a passion, to be followed at a safe distance. The pandemic helped steer Jasmine out of California to Sarasota, Florida. The final decision to move was finding a job that saves people taxes every single day—as exchange coordinator for U.S. 1031 Exchange Services. Not only is this niche gratifying, it is also continuously challenging as each deal is unique, and it must be done within a time limit. Jasmine is very attuned to deal complexities and absolute deadlines. This is a great fit.

And now, watching our country devolve into an unrecognizable shell of what was once a great nation, Jasmine will channel that passion to the Financial Policy Council. With a promise to engage as needed, full skill sets in place, to help shepherd our country back toward its Constitutional roots.

Joseph Woodin is a “systems engineer” and seasoned leader in healthcare, with extensive experience as a Chief Executive Officer overseeing operations at both independent and integrated non-profit hospitals and health systems. With a track record of executing strategic visions to achieve significant growth in quality of care and organizational finances, Joe has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead and transform healthcare organizations from struggling to successful.

Pivotal in steering organizations through challenging times, Joe is a change agent in reversing years of operating losses, enhancing services, building leadership teams, and even changing organizational culture. He navigates the complexities of operating healthcare systems in America with an engineer’s perspective and a focus on becoming a Highly Reliable Organization (HRO) that practices Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI). He approaches challenges logically and transparently until the best solution is agreed upon, communicated, and brought to fruition.

Over the decades, Joe has been recognized for his exceptional leadership by the Vermont State Legislature and has played a crucial role in several statewide and regional healthcare reform initiatives. From helping lead Vermont’s first Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) to being a driving force behind the New England Collaborative Healthcare Network (NE-CHN), he has significantly impacted healthcare efficiency and teamwork across the region.

Joseph Woodin’s journey in leadership is marked by a commitment to excellence, improvement, and a passion for making an impact on the communities he serves. His strategic vision, coupled with his ability to execute, ensures he will remain a transformative force in the industry.

Dr. Joseph del Castillo brings a dynamic blend of clinical and administrative expertise to his roles at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital and as Associate Medical Director at Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital.

A Certified Physician Executive and Fellow of Hospital Medicine, Dr. del Castillo has led successful initiatives in patient satisfaction, readmission reduction, and CMS compliance. As a Physician Advisor, he enhances institutional financial health, quality, and patient flow for value-based care. With an MBA from George Washington University and a Population Health Management certification from Johns Hopkins, he has successfully driven improvements in healthcare outcomes.

Passionate about healthcare reform, Dr. del Castillo aims to reduce high GDP spending and foster sustainable growth through education, healthcare, equality, and social support systems. He champions reducing carbon emissions by integrating renewable energy, optimizing care models, and improving healthcare building efficiency.

As the Population Health Medical Director for Eradocate LLC, he drives efforts to cut healthcare-associated infections with eco-friendly disinfectants, leveraging advanced formulations that are both effective against pathogens and environmentally conscious, prioritizing worker and patient safety. He also manages Meilleur Properties LLC and Island Flux Brothers LLC, distributing eco-friendly cleaning chemicals worldwide to lower healthcare's carbon footprint and ensure safer environments. Additionally, he educates future healthcare professionals at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and Temple University, blending his expertise and vision to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

Vincent Bennett MD is a healthcare corruption disruptor and a Physician Leader. Dr Bennett resides in Marina Del Ray California. His vision is to use his thirty plus years of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine and Leadership to flip the narrative and dramatically change healthcare into an ethical system for the future.

Dr. Bennett combines a calm but steadfast track record of success in Regional Medical Direction primarily in California and New York. He has altered policies and supported patient and physician rights as a Chief Medical Officer, Regional Medical Director, and Chief Executive Officer. His medical leadership and direction have put him at the forefront of change in the greater Los Angeles area. His unique personality and excellence as a physician place him as a primary choice for high profile positions in LA celebrity and athlete concierge medicine. Dr. Bennett has been the site physician for the Hollywood Oscars, Coachella yearly gathering, and Nascar National Services. He is driving quality care as CEO of Continuum Medical Associates.

Over the last three decades, Dr. Bennett has been a leading entrepreneur in Physician Staffing, Management, EMS and Ambulance Services, and most recently Longevity Medicine. He is practicing at the forefront of stem cell injections and therapies for athletes, and life extending medical care.

Dr Bennet is interested in starting a new chapter of his life as an innovator and leader to rip open over a century of patient neglect and “for profit” advantage toward morality based ethical medical care.

Dan Silverman is an Independent Asset Manager & Land Developer and serves as the CFO at Revision Homes, LLC.

With over 25 years of real estate experience, Dan specializes in financial strategies, debt placement, capital introduction, new construction, and maximizing investor returns, along with risk assessment and mitigation.

Dan leverages his expertise with financial instruments while building long-term business relationships. He focuses on implementing results to produce equity, cash flow, and liquidity, aligning with the mission of each business goal.

From 1984 to 2002, Dan worked in Los Angeles, California, in sales, marketing, lead generation, and property management.

Since relocating to Nashville, TN, in 2002, Dan has continued his focus on business development, entity structure, and financial statement analysis, achieving successful outcomes in the process.

His top skills include Asset & Property Management, Public Relations, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, and Sales.

Albert Mendelsohn is the founder of CADCO, Inc., a boutique Construction and Development Consulting company that does complex construction consulting, construction management, acquisition and development of investment property for long term growth.

Before dedicating himself to CADCO, Al led Adam Construction Company which he established in 1992. While presiding over Adam he grew revenue 100 fold during a 9-year period exceeding $100M and building a corporate team of more than 250 people.

Al previously served as National Construction Director for Au Bon Pain a public restaurant group with regional responsibility from Boston, New York City, Pennsylvania to Washington DC. He also held executive positions at Diversified Funding Boston and Rabie Holdings South Africa.

Prior to immigrating to the US in 1988, Al began his career managing and growing large construction and developments nationally for Rabie Holdings, the largest development company in Southern Africa. His journey culminated by executive participation in the company, (RTO) Reverse Asset Listing to the Johannesburg stock exchange at age 26.

Al has cultivated a strong presence in the construction and development realm, having built and developed thousands of residential units, office parks, bio and medical facilities, specialty buildings, restaurants and even unique and special homes, the largest being 48,000 SF. His clients have included Gap, Exceptional Health, Starbucks, Au Bon Pain, Panera, Tripadvisor, Staples, Bank of America and Fidelity to name just a few.

Mendelsohn studied Civil Engineering at Stellenbosch University and received a Building Science Degree from the University of Cape Town, followed by an Honors thesis in Building Contracting Law. Upon graduating, the South African Institute of Building, SAIB, awarded him with the prestigious L.T.A. Top National Student Award.

Al was a prestigious track athlete, college rugby player, marathon and ultra-marathon runner, as well as intense martial arts competitor. In addition, Al achieved the rank of Lieutenant serving in the South African Army, 10 SAIB Anti-Aircraft regiment.

Karina Benzineb is the founder of The Benz Real Estate Investment Group. The company has garnered acclaim from its peers in the real estate industry, solidifying its position as one of the top-ranking firms in South Florida. This recognition underscores the company’s outstanding performance, dedication to excellence, and leading investment role in the local real estate market

Karina has developed a profound expertise in serving high net worth clients in the realm of real estate. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, she specializes in providing tailored solutions that cater to the unique needs and expectations of this distinguished clientele.

Working with high net worth clients requires a specialized skill set and a deep understanding of their discerning tastes, sophisticated preferences, and intricate financial considerations. Over the years, she has honed her abilities to identify and curate a portfolio of exclusive properties that align with their investment objectives, lifestyle preferences, and future aspirations.

Sensitivity to privacy, confidentiality, and discretion is of paramount importance when working with high net worth individuals, and I take pride in establishing and nurturing trusted relationships built on trust, transparency, and utmost professionalism. I understand the significance of maintaining confidentiality throughout every step of the process, from initial discussions to closing transactions.

Karina’s experience in this niche market has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of high-value real estate transactions. She is well-versed in negotiating complex deals, navigating legal frameworks, and collaborating with esteemed professionals including attorneys, financial advisors, and property developers to ensure a seamless and efficient process.

Ashleigh Blatt is a seasoned professional with a remarkable track record of success in managing large-scale, high-value, and high-profile projects across multiple industries, including government agencies, the entertainment industry, consumer products, and infrastructure-focused projects. Her extensive experience has made her a go-to resource for top-level executives and ultra-high-net-worth entrepreneurs seeking to navigate complex projects and emerging markets.

Ashleigh’s expertise in geo-political, infrastructure-focused projects is unparalleled, and she is at the forefront of the latest tech revolutions, including Web 3.0 and Blockchain technologies. Her insights and analysis are highly sought after by her trusted clientele, and she is widely recognized for her ability to quickly grasp complex concepts and translate them into actionable advice.

With her impeccable analytical, project management, and organizational skills, Ashleigh has successfully managed projects with a range of values spanning from $10M to ~$1B. She has a proven track record of delivering results on time and within budget. Additionally, she has a wealth of experience in evaluating investment opportunities, sourcing deals, performing gap analysis, and managing investor relationships, making her a valuable asset for any project or initiative.

In addition to her impressive professional achievements, Ashleigh holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business from American University and has been a Project Management Professional Certification holder. She is a Spring 2023 candidate currently pursuing a Master of Jurisprudence in International Tax from Texas A&M University, further demonstrating her commitment to ongoing education and professional development.

Lastly, Ashleigh’s dedication to social responsibility is evident in her passion for advocating for the entrepreneurial community and making a significant contribution to the food allergy crisis in the United States. She possesses both an unwavering commitment to success and a deep sense of purpose and social impact, making her the ideal partner for those seeking meaningful and transformative solutions.

For over 30 years, David Clark has delivered value in the private aviation industry through several key roles – working with international corporations and family offices. During that time, David has overseen in excess of $150 million in private aircraft transactions. His highly relational approach and deep commitment to understanding the client’s deepest concerns ensure that the interests of his clients are always protected.

David is currently the Owner of Integris Aviation Consultancy (www.integrisaviation.com), a boutique aircraft brokerage and consulting firm founded in 2009 specializing in light, midsize and heavy private jets. His clients are some of the largest corporations and family offices in the Americas who count on his expertise to help solve complex operational and strategic challenges.

David has a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology from world-renowned Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Master of Arts from Reformed Theological Seminary. He is an NBAA Certified Aviation Manager, FAA Airline Transport Pilot, and has moderated several panel discussions for Corporate Jet Investor (CJI) conferences in London and Miami. In 2019, CJI recognized David as one of the Top 30 Dealmakers in the Americas. Fluent in Portuguese and English, he divides his time between North and South America working with family offices and private flight departments to bring the best solutions for those who rely most on private aviation.

Raoul Davis is CEO of Ascendant Group Branding (ascendantgroupbranding.com), an award-winning CEO branding firm.

Ascendant Group Branding is ranked #3 world-wide out of 11,400 branding agencies on Ad World Masters top agencies list and #1 ranked minority owned PR firm by Clutch and Manifest.

The agency offers one of the most integrated models in the world including brand strategy, PR, literary representation, design, social media, video, photography, and strategic relationships. In his tenure, both he and Ascendant have been recognized multiple times for their work including by the Philadelphia Titans 100 Executives, receiving invitations to small business forums at the U.S. Senate, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and The White House, and winning multiple awards for PR, design, and company culture.

Ascendant clients are Fortune 500 executives, INC 5000 CEOs, high performing and high potential entrepreneur brands, and best-selling self-help authors looking to amplify their reach and develop brands that emotionally connect with their audiences. Ascendant has multiple divisions including Ascendant Entertainment, which is led by the #13 ranked Self-Help literary agent in the world, Ascendant Global, the international division with team members spanning five continents, and Reformat Agency; the ad agency side of the business expanding Ascendant’s offering to provide support for corporate brands.

Davis is a Forbes contributor and author of the book Firestarters: How Innovators, Initiators and Instigators Can Inspire You to Ignite Your Own Life.

He speaks regularly for Joseph Business School and has given talks for leading organizations such as UPENN, Young Entrepreneur Council, as well as various universities and Chambers of Commerce across the country.

His life philosophy, “paving the way for others” is inspired by the example of John The Baptist. He currently serves as the Chair for the Board of Directors for Life in Christ Cathedral of Faith.

Josh Gattuso is the Managing Partner/Co-Founder of Star Quality Finance, a Commercial Mortgage Brokerage Firm comprised of a network of Brokers across the country.

The firm was founded in 2009 with the purpose of guiding, informing, and empowering Commercial Real Estate clients with the best available financing options and establishing/expanding their real estate portfolios.

To date Star Quality Finance has provided over 1.5 billion in loans for clients across the US and abroad.

Josh was born and raised in Rochester, NY and began working for a close family friend in the construction industry at 13 and continued to work in construction until completion of his BS of Finance from SUNY New Paltz in 2001. Upon graduation Josh began his career in the Mortgage industry working for Ameriquest providing residential mortgages for clients. Josh then went on to manage a branch of residential/commercial brokers for CPA Mortgage in Atlanta until the collapse of the real estate market in 2008.

Josh realized in 2008 after the collapse that there was a tremendous lack of knowledge/information available to Commercial Real Estate clients and began the formation of Star Quality Finance. Throughout 2008 Josh traveled the country meeting with contacts in the industry to find out what were the issues they were having with clients that made financing unobtainable. After a year of traveling Star Quality was created to address these issues and provide a more streamlined and informative loan process.

In his spare time Josh spends a good deal of his time with his wife Charlene and family as they are a major reason for the success he has obtained. When he is not with them you will find him on the golf course or out on the water enjoying some bass fishing.

Dan Heon has been a licensed mortgage broker since 2002, a real estate investor since the mid-1990s, and is well known in the Canadian real estate investment community.

He became a mortgage broker when conventional lenders challenged efforts to grow his portfolio. Finding options and solutions is paramount in all his endeavors.

Over the last three decades, Dan has personally acquired over 83 properties and has executed all real estate investment tactics such as buy and hold, fix and flip, buy – renovate – rent – refinance – repeat (BRRR), land developments, multi-family affordable home projects and many others.

Dan and the Canadian Mortgage Team have financed over 6540 real estate investment transactions for investors nationwide. They have been recognized as part of Canada’s Top 50 Mortgage Brokers. Dan is a published author and public speaker who has helped mentor thousands.

Yvonne Hu is the Founder and President of Anchor Commercial Development and Anchor International Investment Group since 2007, which focuses on project development related to renewable energy and affordable housing etc..

Yvonne specializes in commercial real estate development, and her expertise extends to international project development, financial structure, and cross-cultural marketing and branding.

Driven by the mission of environmental sustainability, her projects include carbon-free, sustainable housing and energy infrastructure.

Yvonne went on to launch multiple real estate companies as co-founder/CEO of the corporation in the great Philadelphia area since 2001, dealing in commercial and residential sales, as well as property and asset management. Later she transferred the multiple real estate offices into Century-21 management system in 2006.

Yvonne Hu studied in the major of Electrical Engineering at Drexel University. She serves as board member on the visitors board of CSLA in NJIT (New Jersey Institution Technology). As a woman minority entrepreneur, she was always inspired by the song “When You Believe” by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston: “There can be miracles, when you believe. Though hope is frail, it’s hard to kill”.

Johnny, an aspiring leader in the world of business and investments based in San Francisco, California, earned a bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and a master’s degree from the University of Chicago. Upon graduating from college, he started his career in the insurance and wealth management business.

While in college, Johnny had the opportunity to build an extensive research experience by conducing his research under the supervision of a Nobel Prize Winner in Economics. His entrepreneurial interest started when he got selected to participate in “Hacking for Defense”, a course sponsored by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) and taught at the Chicago Booth School of Business to apply the innovation toolkit to address emerging threats and security challenges facing the United States military.

Johnny plans to get his MBA from a world-class business school in the next few years, and to found his own investment firm in the long-term. In the meantime, he finds a great value in expanding his network and in learning more about different markets and industries.

During his spare time, Johnny loves to empower the younger generation to adopt a new constructive mindset, and to learn about every aspect of wealth creation. He also enjoys spending quality time with like-minded friends and loved ones, and developing his chess, coffee making, and winemaking skills.

Gregory Laurence MD currently operates a surgical and regenerative medical practice in Memphis, TN.

His expertise relates to the clinical applications of biotechnology and has real-world applications for entrepreneurs and corporate leaders. Innovative leaders will see beyond ethical stem cell-related personal health enhancement. New healthcare approaches provide possibilities for companies to retain and optimize key team members.

Gregory Laurence MD obtained his undergraduate and doctorate degrees from Baylor University and the University of Texas at Houston Medical School. He completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Tennessee. He operates a novel regenerative surgical clinic.

Gregory was the keynote speaker for the American Academy of Neurologic and Orthopedic Surgeons related to the future of brain and spine medicine. He has presented more than twenty unique lectures for six different medical specialties on topics including surgery, facial aesthetics, Continuous Quality Improvement, peer review, anesthesia, leadership, and stem cells.

Sean Patrick McGee, Co-founder and CCO of G3 Strat Group, is a dynamic entrepreneur and business development executive that enjoys shattering conventional boundaries by creating and developing leading-edge solutions across Energy, Web3, and Geopolitics.

As a young oil and gas finance executive for Frontera Resources Corporation, Sean saw opportunity within the Black Sea/Caspian Sea region’s derelict soviet oil fields and helped identify and exploit 1.2 BN BBLS of proven oil reserves within the former soviet republics of Georgia and Azerbaijan. In Houston, London, and Tbilisi he received his first crucial lessons and life changing exposure to the complex regional and geopolitical landscape that oil and natural gas dominates.

Later seeing untapped opportunity in the emerging blockchain market, Sean seized the challenge and became the founding architect of the first to market physical Web3 luxury fashion brand CULT&RAIN, garnering international acclaim from Vogue Business, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, GQ Italia, and more. He onboarded and harnessed seasoned fashion executives from LVMH Group, Theory, Diesel, and others to successfully sell and produce $3MM of highly allocated Italian luxury sneakers and apparel within the 1st quarter of operation.

A steadfast patriot and Texan, Sean is now redoubling his efforts within the critically important geopolitical realm with the launch of his latest venture G3 Strat Group; building out retail and institutional services for like-minded individuals, activist investors, and small family offices using first to market risk analysis frameworks and research backed by a renowned team of academic, finance, energy, military, and intelligence professionals.

In his free time, Sean is an avid hunter, adventurer, and motorcycle enthusiast; having successfully completed a 12,000-mile motorcycle trek to the Arctic Ocean in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska as well as racing the Circuit of the Americas in Austin and all of California’s major raceways including Laguna Seca. Sean is also a classically and professionally trained SAG-AFTRA actor and WGA author and will be bringing this passion and talent to bear in his upcoming geopolitical podcast and patriot fireside chat series.

Tomas Milar is a seasoned entrepreneur, having personally founded several startups and helped founders to incorporate thousands of companies over the years. One of his prime acquisitions is IncParadise, one of the largest RA (Registered Agents) in Nevada. Tomas has also built and sold two telecom companies operating in the APAC region.

Tomas’ extensive knowledge of the nature of startups and the corporate structure and equity management has led him to found Eqvista to help others manage their company equity efficiently. He also managed to bootstrap Eqvista from $0 to $22.1B AUA (Assets under Administration) in just 24 months. Tomas is also a founder of Cheqly – Noebank operating in the US and Hong Kong. His group of companies serves 20,000+ corporate clients.

Tomas current companies among many are:

Cheqly; a Neobank for startups; that can onboard any US-based company within 24 hours, all online. It also helps with any company documents missing since it has been in the incorporation business since 2002. For the record, the Cheqly team has extensive knowledge of all 50 states’ incorporation (C corp, S corp, LLC) formalities. The company also assists with 409a Valuation and CapTable as it has internally developed its own CapTable. Cheqly’s next goal is to make money easily accessible to all needy entrepreneurs.

Eqvista (as of 2022) is one of the FASTEST growing stock management platforms on the market today:

– Platform is adding 400 New Companies every month
– $25.6 BILLION in AUA (Assets under Administration)
– Trusted by over 9,000 companies

Paul Mourino is a hotelier, business professional, & scholar by training, with 13 years of hospitality/security, and commercial property management experience.

Paul has worked in several Luxury Hotels and Class-A commercial properties in Manhattan, NYC. These hotels include the Peninsula Hotel, Park-lane Hotel, The Refinery, Hard Rock Hotel, and Marriott’s Edition Hotels at New York & Times Square. These commercial properties include some of Manhattan’s iconic properties like the Lipstick Building, the Sales Force Building at Bryant Park, the Bertelsmann Building, and many others.

At these locations Paul trained and managed security and hospitality teams overseeing the facility’s operations and compliance requirements. Paul conducted all compliance trainings to ensure the teams’ hospitality presentation and emergency responses were par excellence. Thus, these teams demonstrated superior results when responding to emergencies, in a variety of challenging environments, and in New York City, there are no shortages of emergencies.

On the commercial side, Paul oversaw a portfolio of about 500 officers, among 50 different commercial properties. His skills in needs assessments, strategic planning, establishing priorities, and delegating tasks enabled those teams to perform above expectations maintaining good order. Paul’s unique blend of honesty, integrity, leadership, and managerial savvy are all encompassed with the drive and commitment to get the job done.

Outside of work, Paul maintains an active gym schedule participating indoor bouldering at Chelsea Piers, pickup soccer games on the weekends, and frequents New York’s many museums and art performing centers. Lastly, he is active civically, participating in a wide array of forums in NYC, which cover both the Domestic United States and Global Affairs.

To quote the poet, ‘we live in a time that try men’s souls. The summer solider and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country, but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of every man and woman.’ May we, on this council, be of equally noble service to our country, in our time, like Thomas Paine was in his time”.

Zana Nesheiwat holds the position of CEO at Brand ZA, Inc., an innovative finance and brand-impact firm offering business solutions and advisory services to clients and partners in the private and public sector.

With a multifaceted background, Ms. Nesheiwat is recognized as a cross-disciplinary business strategist, adept at leading transformative initiatives and driving profitable high-growth ventures. Her extensive experience includes overseeing the allocation and deployment of assets and capital across various industries, both domestically and globally. She has held executive leadership roles in business development, strategic communications, and investment, successfully securing opportunities and facilitating deal closures. Prior to entering the world of finance, Zana worked with policy think tanks in the domains of energy security and missile defense.

As a testament to her expertise and influence, Ms. Nesheiwat holds advisory positions on the board of Crown Jade and is an active member of Women in Venture Capital and AmCham Jordan. She has also served on the board of the Financial Policy Council and been elected by the MetLife and PayPal program, Finance Forward MENA, to mentor entrepreneurs and founders.

Ms. Nesheiwat’s international engagements further underscore her commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, strategic investment and sound policy making. She has represented the USA and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in prestigious global events such as the Jordan Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) Tech Roadshow and the SelectUSA Investment Summit, where she engaged with public and private sector stakeholders on investment and entrepreneurship public policy matters.

Ms. Nesheiwat holds a Master of Arts degree in Public Policy from Pepperdine University, with a focus on economics and international relations, along with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from CSUF. She also completed professional training at New York University’s Tisch Institute of Film.

An accomplished public speaker and published author, Ms. Nesheiwat’s insights have been featured in leading publications across continents, reaching millions of readers globally. Her media portfolio expertise includes venture finance, private equity, power branding, public policy, American politics, entrepreneurship, and energy security and alternative fuels.

Alex Polkovsky, Principal at Canam Private Equity Inc. is an accomplished senior executive, corporate VC & investor, portfolio manager and mid-market operator with over 22 years of full business cycle experience across a variety of North American asset-based industries. With a core focus on Real Estate Development/Acquisitions and Management, EPCM, Renewable Energy & Utilities, Technology Start-ups and Manufacturing Expansions, Alex has been widely exposed to all facets of successful investment management, from start-ups to scale and eventual exits.

Since joining Canam Private Equity in 2019 as a principal, recent focus has been on globally expanding the corporate footprint of the firm beyond North America and building mutually beneficial international relationships in a diverse set of industries, with like-minded and aligned partners. Alex spends most of his current business hours engaged on cutting-edge, innovative and scalable deals, investment structuring, portfolio optimization strategies and ensuring the continuity of a balanced level of growth and investment yields in anticipation of ever-changing market forces.

Professionally, Alex is an alumnus of the REDI Foundation, University of Alberta, Canadian Securities Institute, Corporate Finance Institute, Canadian Construction Association, Alberta Enterprise Group and Canada Green Building Council, as well as an alumnus of over 20 non-profit and for-profit organizations in various capacities, ranging from Board-level involvement to volunteering and mentoring.

On a personal level, Alex is blessed to live in Canada with an amazing family, wide global circle of dear friends, colleagues and business partners, and an ecosystem that fosters and encourages growth, innovation, continued adaption and on-going use of critical thinking faculties. When not spending time with family, friends or on business endeavors – a lot of extreme sport activity is commonplace. Be it snowboarding the Rockies, motocross riding the Badlands, kayaking anything that flows or riding anything with a wheel across the beautiful landscape of the continental US. Otherwise, a good poker game is always welcomed.

Antony Ponnaiya is a dynamo in the realms of Sales, Acquisitions, and Marketing. He boasts an illustrious career within the Fortune 500 sector. Recognized for his aptitude in strategic planning, value optimization, and organizational transformation, Antony employs an analytical methodology combined with innovative marketing paradigms to facilitate multimillion-dollar transactions. He catalyzes revenue growth and directs successful mergers and acquisitions that have set new industry benchmarks.

As a former senior business executive at AT&T, Antony has honed a unique leadership style that melds motivational coaching with rigorous analytical approaches. His portfolio includes collaborations with some of the world’s most prestigious brands in diverse sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, and consumer goods—most notably Tesla, Bloomingdales, Bang & Olufsen, Stop & Shop, and Caymus Vineyards.

Beyond his primary responsibilities as National Director of Sales & Acquisitions, Antony epitomizes entrepreneurial excellence. He deftly manages and cultivates a diverse portfolio of business ventures and interests.

As a connoisseur of both coffee and wine, Antony has masterfully crafted distinguished brands in each arena. His coffee venture, Fresh Coast Coffee, embodies Italian tradition by sourcing premium beans from 14 distinct global regions. Concurrently, from the esteemed vineyards of Napa Valley, his Philosophia Cellars brand combines his reverence for philosophy with expert viticulture, introducing three white wines inspired by ancient philosophers. Antony’s meticulous selection of grapes ensures each bottle achieves unparalleled sophistication.

Committed to elevating mental health awareness, Antony founded his apparel line, Deprssed. This distinguished venture serves as both a sartorial statement and a vehicle for social impact, aiming to catalyze substantive conversations about the importance of mental well-being. A portion of the profits is judiciously allocated to reputable mental health charities.

Demonstrating keen acumen for market dynamics, Antony conducts rigorous analyses of evolving business landscapes while diversifying his entrepreneurial portfolio. Currently, one of his flagship products has attracted eight-figure acquisition offers, highlighting its substantial market value. Furthermore, Antony is in the advanced stages of planning a high-impact market entry for one of his forthcoming brands.

In his leisure time, Antony participates in a professional tennis league, reinforcing his affinity for athleticism and strategy. A discerning collector of fine timepieces, he also has a keen eye for modern real estate and architectural design. Further diversifying his portfolio, he serves as an esteemed global Airbnb host, offering premium guest experiences across international locales.

Dawood Rajput, an entrepreneurial luminary and visionary director, stands as the distinguished co-founder of ‘Eleventen,’ an avant-garde boutique record label and digital marketing agency boasting unparalleled affiliations with industry behemoths such as RCA and Universal Music Group.

Simultaneously, he assumes the mantle of co-owner at ‘Day and Night Co.,’ a preeminent Saudi-based firm celebrated for its eminence in contracting and heavy equipment rentals, marked by strategic alliances with esteemed entities like the National Gas and Industrialization Company (Gasco), Armco, and Schneider Electric.

In addition to his triumphant forays in business, Dawood’s erudition extends to the aerospace and defense sectors, underscored by his academic prowess with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the prestigious Stevens Institute of Technology.

Ever the avant-courier of innovation, Dawood’s current endeavors transcend conventional boundaries. Steering the nexus of artistry and technology, he spearheads a nascent luxury apparel brand and pioneers cutting-edge cinematography equipment, accentuating advanced lighting innovations in the pursuit of elevating the intersection between creativity and technological sophistication.

Will Reese is a petroleum engineer with 13 years industry experience after graduating from Texas Tech University. Assignments include onshore and offshore operations production engineer and design production engineer on the re-design of a $4 billion greenfield project. Currently he is a production engineer supporting the 120,000 bbl/day Appomattox platform. Responsibilities include maximizing production while minimize risk to well and surface facility risk, selection of artificial lift installation, coordination of well startups, workovers & well enhancement.

Will has a passion for investing starting out with stocks & index funds later leading to private equity and fintech. Experience in private equity include 6 multifamily apartment complex renovations and oil and gas startup company in an undrilled and unexplored area in Wyoming. Oil and gas has always been a passion for Will both on the job and investor with it being the live blood of modern economies and a constant challenge to meet global demand. In addition to personal investing, Will is passionate about preserving a free capitalist market that is a foundation for freedom and has lifted millions of people out of poverty.

Outside of work, Will is a former college football player, still passionate about sports, weightlifting and personal fitness. During his spare time, he loves relaxing yet exciting outdoor activities such as deep-sea fishing, ziplining and skiing.

In the world of finance and investment, while many follow conventional paths to success, there are exceptional individuals like Pietro Savvides who’s carved a unique path to financial success. His story is one of diversification, resilience, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Starting with a background in electronics and serving in the Canadian Army Reserves, Pietro’s journey evolved into a vision of endless possibilities.

Pietro made a lasting impact in the construction industry as a general contractor, gaining valuable experience. He then ventured into real estate, building a substantial commercial portfolio with consistent cash flow and growth. This laid the foundation for his global investments in various industries, including real estate, equity, and alternative investments.

Today, Pietro is a successful businessman with a focus on deals and investments. He partners with local entrepreneurs, offering financial support to elevate their ventures. He also seeks joint venture opportunities with operators in their local markets for buy-fix-and-flip projects in Canada and the USA. But Pietro’s success isn’t just about wealth; it’s about investing in people and aligning with ethical entrepreneurs who share his vision.

Pietro believes in sharing knowledge and success openly, collaborating with high-net-worth individuals who share his values. Trustworthy partnerships are the key to fruitful deals in his book.

As a self-made millionaire, Pietro now uses his wealth and wisdom to guide promising entrepreneurs on their journey to success. His commitment to investing in people and serving as a reliable partner has made him a luminary in real estate and investment. If you’re looking for a steadfast ally to stand by your side in your financial journey, Pietro is the dependable partner you’ve been searching for.

Jeannette Skinner, RN, MBA, FACHE is an accomplished healthcare leader who has held the highest executive roles in hospitals and health systems nationwide. Her titles have included Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Operations, Officer, and Chief Executive Officer. During the last 27 years in the C-suite, Jeannette has led some of the most recognized names in in the Hospitals and Health Systems from Sutter Health, HCA, Vanguard/ Baptist Health, Methodist Healthcare, to Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, Palomar Health, and Chen Med. She has built hospitals from the ground up, successfully taken on tough financial turn-a-rounds, led mergers and acquisitions of multi-state practices, clinical integrations with academic health systems, started new clinical service lines including Neurosurgery, Cardiac and Cancer Centers of Excellence.

Jeannette’s broad area of expertise, including in government policy, healthcare finance, new hospital construction, health system redesign, technology, capitalization, and start-up have led Jeannette to further serve the industry as a Senior Advisor, Board Member, and expert CEO consultant to various organizations. Additionally, she is an expert advisor healthcare technology and AI space and currently serves as Strategic Advisor to Ultrasound AI and CEO to startup, Meddamark, Inc. based in the USA.

Jeannette is also a former 2022 Republican Candidate US Congress in for Florida’s 11th District. She has an unwavering passion to improve the health and mental of all Americans, including Seniors, Veterans, Women and Children as well as improve the current state of healthcare practice. She is the Founder of The National Institute of Healthcare Governance, a new 2023 non-profit focused on transforming healthcare through policy advocacy, education, and empowerment. She holds the distinction of Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Jeannette lives in Florida with her husband, her sons, and her family and has a network of close friends, colleagues and business partners gained through a lifetime of service nationwide supporting her endeavors.

Luke Skinner stands as an undisputed luminary in the highly competitive realm of Florida’s Luxury and Investment real estate market. A visionary leader, he exerts his dynamic influence, utilizing innovation to empower investors and foster opportunities for financial prosperity. With a profound foundation in both the Real Estate and Business sectors and an unwavering dedication to transformative technologies, Luke is not just positioned to reshape the real estate landscape but is already actively doing so.

His distinguished career spans across the spectrum of commercial and residential luxury real estate. Luke embarked on his journey within one of the largest Tampa Bay area investment real estate firms and property management companies, where he meticulously honed his skills. In doing so, he earned his reputation as a trusted advisor for investors navigating the intricate world of acquiring and the disposition of commercial and tenant income-producing properties.

Today, Luke leads an ever-thriving real estate team in the heart of Central Florida, passionately supporting his team of agents to realize their own business successes. Concurrently, he lends his expertise to discerning Investors in income producing properties as well as buyers seeking to acquire luxury real estate across Florida, home to some of the most exclusive and sought-after properties.

Luke’s professional ambitions transcend the conventional boundaries of real estate. He emerges as a visionary entrepreneur committed to revolutionizing the industry through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology.

Beyond the precincts of real estate, Luke Skinner is a man of manifold passions and interests. He revels in the high-octane world of sports cars, not only appreciating their exquisite engineering but also the adrenaline they invoke. His dedication to mixed martial arts (MMA) serves as a testament to his discipline, unwavering tenacity, and relentless pursuit of self-improvement. Additionally, Luke’s creative spirit finds expression in the art of screenplay writing, a medium through which he weaves compelling narratives. Furthermore, he takes immense pride in being a staunch advocate for the United States, underscoring his deep-seated commitment to his homeland.

Emily Tamilio is a dynamic healthcare leader with a passion for excellence, serving as a marketing and communications strategist with over two decades of service through innovative partnership building. She powerfully positions teams by aligning their purpose and message with clarity, consistency, and compassion. She has served in leadership roles in health systems, post-acute care, start-ups, and consulting.

Emily is an advocate for women’s health, senior care, and the seamless integration of the care continuum. She is presently a member of Emerson Hospital’s Auxiliary and is serving as the President of the board for the Boston Chapter of SOAR, the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief, a global nonprofit dedicated to providing humanitarian relief to orphaned Armenians around the world. She recently orchestrated a large-scale fundraising event, building a footprint in the Boston area through leveraging her extensive network to draw over 200 attendees. Notably, she assumed the role of emcee for the evening to seamlessly guide the proceedings.

Emily founded Basil Communications, Inc. in 2023, a communications company specializing in creating custom campaign strategies for companies, including startups, particularly those in the healthcare sector, to help enhance their brand and foster meaningful relationships while cultivating impactful thought leadership to drive growth. Her aim is to craft and execute unique, out-of-the-box communication strategies tailored to each client’s specific needs. A respected scribe, Emily is often the go to for companies to craft and polish their writings and various forms of communication such as press releases and crisis documents.

Desiring to add value, Emily is driven with an unwavering belief in the power of human potential, empowering others to harness their unique strengths for purposeful impact. Emily thrives on learning and immerses herself in diverse topics ranging from the power of integrative nutrition to the role that thoughts, emotions and energy play in cultivating holistic well-being.

Resonating with the words of Aristotle, Emily is driven by this principle: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”

Susan is a competent marketer with many years professional experience working at a high-level in both private and public industries. Susan has a CIM Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management, she continually seeks unique business solutions and coupled with her experience, knowledge and skills has developed market leading strategic business plans, brand strategy and all aspects of marketing communications.

Susan’s core strength is to drive growth through the delivery of marketing strategic plans, compelling marketing communications and streamlined business operations. Susan’s key areas of expertise is instrumental and pivotal in providing first class service deliverables that are creative, innovative, collaborative and focused on specific business needs which are both measurable to achieve short and long term goals. She has a unique and insightful approach with a real understanding of clients’ needs and with a practical know-how in terms of problem-solving combined with effective implementation and executes flawlessly.

Previously awarded the role as the media spokesperson for the Business is Great Growth Voucher initiative in Norfolk, promoting the scheme in the local press as well as running a taster session offering professional business advice to small and medium size businesses. Delivered a UK wide live Q&A social media session entitled ‘Marketing for Small Business’ in conjunction with the Enterprise Nation and a specialized training workshop e.g. ‘Creating Powerful Brands’.

Susan has a track record of achieving results through the delivery of effective business plans and operations that increase sales, improve performance and enhance profitability. Clients include Snuggle Sacs, Royal Norwich Golf Club, Face to Face Finance, Liquid11 and the Hamlet Centre Trust. She has gained insights and expertise in the following industries:- Children’s Goods, Hair & Beauty Industry, Automotive, Technology/IT, Public Sector, Healthcare, Retail and Financial services. Companies include Cisco, Celebrity Speakers, EDS, Unipart, Nielsen Marketing Research, SAS and UEA.

Susan’s mission and purposes in life is to help and support others to be the best version that they can be through this journey we call life and to highlight their unique inner light that is beautiful, elegant and joyful whilst having fun along the way through the ups and downs of life.

Her philosophy is “If I can do it then so can you” or vice versa and “I believe anything is possible when you ALIGN to your life path” and more importantly to “Create and Live your Dreams”.

Martin is an industry disruptor, entrepreneur, and physician. His goal is to deliver truly green, eco-friendly disinfectant/cleaning systems that will transform the world, eliminating the application of harmful surface chemicals such as quaternary ammonia and bleach products. This will dramatically decrease associated respiratory illnesses, skin conditions, and cancers.

Dr Johns received his MD from the American University of the Caribbean. Living in the Caribbean for two years was an eye-opening experience for him regarding poverty and sanitation conditions. He carried this knowledge through residency in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics at Geisinger in Danville, PA. He has served as a Chief Medical Officer, Regional Medical Director, Expert witness, Emergency Room Doctor and Hospitalist. He has worked in critical access, medium, and large medical centers across the country. He has been recognized as an innovator in rural mental health, EMS, and crisis management.

In 2019 EraDOCate LLC was founded to bring a unique, agriculturally proven organic based product to market. He has expanded and created EcoKnightGroup LLC in 2023, partnered with US Veteran Matthew Machata (Industry leader in Citrus Growth and Green Agricultural Science), to meet international demand for effective and powerful green chemistry which is food and water safe.

Martin is published in the American Journal of Cardiology, and in the Journal of Brain and Critical Care. His approaches to sanitation have large scale potential to dramatically reduce or eliminate Healthcare Associated Conditions related to surface spread of microbes.

Martin is working with the Ecuadorian and Columbian government on clean, potable water efforts as well as hard surface sanitation in the infectious disease hospitals in South America. He has also begun interactions with the government of Switzerland to combat their challenges with Health Care Associated Infections. He is an avid comic book collector, world traveler, and father of two.

John McSherry is a distinguished real estate investor and developer with over a decade of experience in transforming market opportunities into substantial gains for his clients and himself. As a former President of the Young Professionals Network of the Long Island Board of Realtors and a recognized Top 20 Under 40 awardee in 2018, John has consistently demonstrated his leadership and expertise in the real estate sector.

John’s deep understanding of the real estate market, coupled with his exceptional investment acumen, allows him to navigate and secure multimillion-dollar deals effectively. He manages a robust client book, guiding investments in both residential and commercial properties to maximize returns. His goal is to expand his considerable portfolio into the venture capitalist realm through McSherry Companies.

Before his rise in real estate, John honed his skills in marketing and design, which now enhance his ability to present properties compellingly, ensuring swift transactions at premium values. His innovative use of social media marketing and daily video documentation dramatically extends the reach of his listings, attracting tens of thousands of viewers daily and enhancing client satisfaction.

John’s contributions extend beyond personal success; he is committed to community service, often hosting fundraisers at his development projects to support organizations such as the Cerebral Palsy Association. His philanthropic efforts are a testament to his dedication to making a positive impact.

Educated in Philadelphia and a native New Yorker, John is actively investing in new construction and redeveloping properties across New York, keeping his pulse on the market’s dynamics. He is not only a top-performing agent in his office but also ranks in the top 1% of real estate agents nationwide.

Looking to the future, John is driven to take his expertise global, aspiring to educate and empower millions through speaking engagements and potentially a real estate-focused television show, further solidifying his role as a trailblazer in the industry.

John McSherry’s journey in real estate is not just about building wealth; it’s about enriching lives, fostering relationships, and giving back to the community. His mantra, “take imperfect action every day,” underpins his approach to continuous growth and success, ensuring that for John, real estate is not just a career—it’s a passion.

Philip Regenie is an IoT and AI entrepreneur who, much like the titans of industry in Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged, is dedicated to enhancing lives throughout the world through sheer innovation and unwavering determination. As the Founder and CEO of multiple successful companies, Philip's career spans over 40 years in computing and entrepreneurship. His mission is driven by a commitment to providing value to the community, customers, business partners, and employees—ensuring that every transaction leaves all parties with more than they expected and eager for the next venture.

Philip's expertise in economics and financial analysis is complemented by his deep understanding of digital health and enterprise platforms. He has designed, architected, and implemented enterprise-scalable AI and IoT healthcare products, showcasing his ability to integrate cutting-edge technology with practical applications. His broad industry experience includes roles in staffing, semiconductor, telecommunications, EHR, MedTech, and banking, with notable positions at UBS, Intel, AT&T, and SunEdison.

As the CEO of HealthInRealTime and Zanthion, Philip has exemplified leadership by fostering a culture of mutual respect, integrity, transparency, and dedication. His approach to management includes attracting and mentoring top talent, maintaining a hands-on role in technical and operational tasks, and promoting a vision of excellence and value in senior care.

Adhering to the principles of stoicism and individual sovereignty, Philip remains steadfast in the face of adversity, finding strength in resilience and self-reliance. He lives by the wisdom of economist Ludwig von Mises, who said, "Innovation is the whim of an elite before it becomes a need of the public," and believes that "Human civilization is not something achieved against nature; it is rather the outcome of the working of the innate qualities of man." These principles guide his relentless pursuit of progress and value creation.

Philip's extensive reading and continuous learning keep his mind and body well-conditioned, ensuring he remains at the forefront of technological and managerial advancements. His dedication to continuous improvement and strategic innovation has made him a respected figure in his field. His ability to balance economic, technological, and human factors sets him apart as a leader committed to driving growth and creating value for all stakeholders, all while maintaining a wry smile and a knowing nod to the greats who came before him.