Steven Walters, Chief Innovation Officer and Co-Founder of Breakout Learning, is an award-winning writer, director, producer, actor, and entrepreneur. He is a Co-Founder of Second Thought Theatre, as well as an emeritus company member of the Tony Award-winning Dallas Theater Center. As an actor, Steven is perhaps best known for his role on NBC's "Friday Night Lights" as guidance counselor Glenn Reed - the big nerd who drunkenly kissed the coach's wife. As a screenwriter, Steven's films have played at SXSW, BFI London and more.

John Hill is the Vice President of Story at Whop, a digital marketplace for online entrepreneurs. His career has been focused on building meaningful networks and communities for entrepreneurs and students.

Holly is a growth catalyst, leadership advisor and former executive with a strong Commercial and Operational background. She has deep experience scaling low to mid-market companies, and building growth oriented omni-channel brands Holly’s background is in the Consumer and Healthcare sectors. She’s worked for industry leading companies such as EssilorLuxottica, L’Oreal and Duracell/Gillette, and smaller start-ups, across Beauty, Luxury/Fashion and Lifestyle/Outdoor. As the former CEO for Costa del Mar, a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, she led a full-scale business and brand transformation and created a platform for global expansion. She is also the former President of Luxottica Wholesale North America, where she had responsibility for a $1B portfolio of 30 brands and a team of 1000 employees. She was the first female appointed to lead a Luxottica subsidiary and received the global award for Entrepreneurship from the company founder, Leonardo Del Vecchio. Holly is the founder of Mariposa Advisors, a business consulting firm started in 2021, that supports entrepreneurs and executives focused on next level growth. She also serves as an Operating Executive, Board Chair and Director for a Private Equity firm. Holly is passionate about developing next-generation talent and devotes significant time to coaching and mentoring emerging leaders and supporting non-profit organizations.

Jody Chapnick has had a 25 year career in commercial real estate and finance that has focused on lending, asset acquisitions and raising equity capital for various real estate projects. These transactions have included assets in both the public and private real estate sector. Investments in these sectors focused on distressed opportunities in both the equity and debt investment arena.
Jody Chapnick is the managing General Partner of Thaynes Capital LLC. Thaynes Capital LLC is a real estate development, investment and building company located in Park City, Utah. Thaynes’ focus is the purchase and development of residential lots in Park City, Utah.

Angelica Kapsis is the President and Co-Founder of VotRite, a South Florida-based company revolutionizing election technology to make voting more accessible, secure, and transparent. A U.S. Navy veteran with degrees in Forensic Science and Psychology, Angelica is a passionate advocate for innovation, inclusivity, and ADA compliance in elections.
Christopher H. Baum is the Chief Compliance Officer at VotRite, bringing over 30 years of expertise in election technology and IT analysis. He has advised multiple states on election regulation, testified before Congress in support of the Help America Vote Act, and authored more than 90 Gartner reports on voting technology. At VotRite, he oversees certification and election integrity, helping advance secure, innovative, and accessible voting solutions nationwide.

Pierce Kennamer is the President and Founder of IggyTrap, an environmental solutions company focused on the newest, most efficient remediation technologies and inventions for controlling the spread of invasive species worldwide.

When Walter steps onto the stage, you can’t miss him. It could be because he’s 6’5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it’s a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen. People walk out of Walter’s talks changed, motivated, and inspired. His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people.

Robin Bresky has been practicing law for over two decades.  In 2000, a year after serving as an assistant prosecutor in Broward County, Robin took the leap and founded her own law firm in Boca Raton called Bresky Law, handling appellate cases in state and federal court.   She ran and grew her firm throughout the next 22 years before merger her boutique practice in 2022 with a New York City based law firm SSRGA.

Sandi is the author of the best-selling book Slay Your Day: How to Get More Done, Become Ultra-Productive, and Unlock Your Full Potential! and host of the Slay Your Day podcast. Each week, she shares actionable tips, tools, and insights to help her audience build thriving businesses, stay present with their families, and prioritize self-care.
Her clients consistently praise her for helping them turn their chaotic, busy lives into systems of massive productivity. They credit her guidance for creating the structure and clarity needed to effectively manage their time and achieve both professional and personal success.
Sandi proudly holds the distinguished title of Mrs. International 2022–2023, leveraging her global platform to champion the S3 Framework—Systems, Strategy, and Support. Through this transformative methodology, along with her Slay Your Day book and signature programs, she empowers high-performing women worldwide to overcome burnout, reclaim their energy, and achieve sustainable success. As a sought-after speaker on international stages, Sandi is a leading voice in redefining modern productivity and wellness for today’s working mothers.
Sandi lives in sunny Florida with her husband, Jarrod Glandt, and their two sons, Jacob and Jordan. As a family, they enjoy spending time at the beach, visiting water parks, and creating meaningful memories together.

Jimmy Villegas was born in Bogotá, Colombia and moved to South Florida at the age of 3. His father, Jaime, was an algaculture engineer who, after facing drought challenges, made the tough decision to move the family to the U.S. He later purchased a bread delivery route in Miami and Miami Beach, where Jimmy, alongside his siblings Alex and Ana, helped pack bread and make deliveries, as well as join their mother on newspaper routes at 1 a.m.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Block — past Inc. Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year — who shares how he went from making eyeglasses to building and selling multiple businesses to private equity, venture capital, and public companies. Michael opens up about grit, daily habits, and why AI is about to change the entrepreneurial game forever.
Plus, we turn up the energy with our new Shrimp Tank Game Show—students, professors, and guests go head-to-head in rapid-fire questions about business legends, startup history, and billion-dollar deals. Think Jeopardy meets Shark Tank (with more shrimp).
Whether you’re a student, an aspiring founder, or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and the hard truths about what it really takes to succeed in business.

Joshua D. Sagman, P.A. Originally from Washington D.C. and a Syracuse University graduate, Joshua began his career in Public Relations and Corporate Branding. In 2017, he transitioned to the South Florida business brokerage market, quickly closing 14 deals in his first year. After seven successful years at Transworld, he founded Business Exit Advisors to help entrepreneurs navigate business sales with expertise and passion.
Kye Akavia Founder of Extra Hands Hospitality and business broker at Business Exit Advisors, Kye leverages his experience as a former restaurant owner to help entrepreneurs optimize, scale, and sell their businesses. He guides clients through every stage of the sales process and consults restaurant owners on operations and growth strategies, ensuring long-term value and successful exits.

Dr. Peter Wishnie brings 34 years of podiatry experience and 13 years of healthcare practice coaching to help practitioners create thriving practices that align with their ideal lifestyle. A Wall Street Journal best-selling co-author of "Limitless" and author of "The Podiatry Practice Business Solution" and "Running a Medical Practice Should Be a Dream Not a Nightmare," he's helped countless healthcare providers transform their practices through his international speaking and coaching.

Ian’s industry and business involvement includes active roles with Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), the Palm Beach chapter of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the Leadership Council of AIPAC’s (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) Real Estate Division. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and received his Juris Doctorate from Cardoza Law School.

Lisa Fisher is the Chief Executive Officer of Norman Love Confections, a renowned luxury chocolatier based in Fort Myers, Florida. Appointed in January 2024, she brings over 30 years of experience in the food industry to her role.Fisher's leadership at Norman Love Confections focuses on sustainable growth across various business segments, such as retail, corporate gifting, hospitality, e-commerce, and business-to-business channels. With a continued focus on brand, product quality and strategic company growth, Fisher works alongside the marketing, culinary and operations teams to lead product innovation, production and manufacturing. She also has a passion for people, setting a team-focused culture internally and high-quality customer experience externally as the foundation for the company's growth. Before joining Norman Love Confections, Fisher held several senior leadership positions, most recently as Chief Commercial Officer and SVP of Sales and Business Development at Hearthside Food Solutions, one of the nation's largest privately held bakeries serving global food brands. Prior to that, she was the SVP of Specialty Channels at Chobani, overseeing the Foodservice, Convenience and ecommerce business units. Earlier in her career, Fisher held various leadership roles at Kraft Food Ingredients Corp. and The Kraft Heinz Company.Fisher is an active industry advisor, business mentor, and a community leader. She has served on boards for various organizations including the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) and Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Pittsburgh Chapter. She graduated from Slippery Rock University with a bachelor's degree in the communications/public relations field.

Joseph Tardi is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of Stucco Kings LLC, a leading stucco contracting company based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. A 2001 graduate of Marist College, Tardi combined his academic foundation with a strong entrepreneurial drive to launch a direct-to-consumer business focused on high-quality stucco repair, installation, and restoration. Since its founding in 2019, Stucco Kings LLC has built a strong reputation for excellence, delivering expert services in stucco reconstruction, patchwork, and moisture prevention. The company serves a wide range of residential and commercial clients throughout Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties. In March 2024, Tardi took a bold step forward by launching Stucco Kings Franchise LLC, establishing the first-ever stucco franchise in the United States. This pioneering expansion offers a scalable, proven business model for aspiring franchise owners and introduces a trusted, recognizable brand to consumers nationwide. Under Tardi’s leadership, both entities remain actively operated from their corporate headquarters in Broward County, continuing to set the standard in the stucco industry.

Over 34 years ago, Gene Leyzarovich arrived in Pittsburgh as a refugee from Moscow, Russia, determined to build a better life. Just two years later—while finishing his education at the University of Pittsburgh and working night shifts at UPMC—he founded Advanced Computer & Network Corporation (AC&NC) to develop high-performance JetStor® storage systems.
Under Gene’s leadership, AC&NC (now JetStor) has been a leader in enterprise data storage for more than 30 years, delivering cutting-edge RAID storage solutions to over 4,000 clients across North America, LATAM, Europe, Asia, and Australia. JetStor systems power mission-critical applications for industry leaders like Sony, Microsoft, Starbucks, CBS, Supervalu, and major cloud providers.
In 2024, Gene secured a $1.5 million contract with a private cloud provider, supporting 90+ sites worldwide for a U.S. government customer—further expanding JetStor’s global footprint. JetStor technology also fuels innovation in scientific research and government initiatives, supporting NASA, the Department of Energy, NOAA, and national laboratories across the U.S.
Today, JetStor continues to deliver reliable, high-performance storage solutions, earning a trusted reputation with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, universities, and research institutions. Gene’s relentless drive, vision, and commitment to innovation remain at the heart of JetStor’s continued success.

Altitude Water, based in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, manufactures Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) ranging from residential to military-grade machines that produce clean water anytime, anywhere. Founder and COO Jeff Szur began his AWG career in 2008, developing the first ozone purification machine in Trinidad before bringing his expertise to the U.S. With decades of experience, Jeff has supplied clean water to communities in Cameroon, Maui, Colombia, and Costa Rica and created a Disaster Relief Trailer providing drinking water, solar energy, and internet service during emergencies. His work has been recognized by organizations like The Weather Channel, Ticker News, Energies Magazine, and the U.S. Marines. Jeff has also shared his innovations on numerous podcasts including Your Life. Your Legacy., NatureBacked, and GreenTech Pulse.

Rosie Streker, a 7-year ACL (American Cornhole League) Pro, is a highly decorated and respected woman in professional cornhole, with 6 National Women’s Championship titles, 3 World Women’s Championships, and multiple ACL Conference titles since 2016. 
 
A Palm Beach Gardens native, mom of 3 young children and retired PBC elementary school teacher, Rosie has competed on ESPN, CBS Sports, and NBC well over 30 times. Alongside her husband, Davis Streker, former ACL Pro, they founded South Florida Cornhole in 2014 based in West Palm Beach, hosting hundreds of events annually for all ages and skill levels in South Florida and even many parts of the US. 
 
Rosie also co-hosts an annual women’s cornhole retreat and is one of 16 players featured in the ACL Pro video game, solidifying her legacy as a trailblazer and veteran of the sport. She has been featured on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Good Morning America, The New York Times, and other publications and podcasts. 
 
 With over 19 years of experience in the PR industry, Marlon is known for his ability to “power through” to “get it done” and his no-nonsense attitude and networking ability produces smiles to his clients faces. Having worked both at an agency and in-house, Marlon brings a breadth of national consumer and media relations experience with unmatched placement ability, which included proposing to his wife LIVE in the Orange Room on NBC’s TODAY Show. 
  

Max Sherman is a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader. He is the CEO and founder of Ballz 4 Change Inc., a young business that achieved seven figures in its first year and continues to grow, landing him a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. This venture, achieved rapidly through strategic planning and execution, represents his most challenging and successful endeavor to date, with ongoing growth and expansion plans. A graduate of Florida Atlantic University, where he also apart of the University's golf team, Max launched multiple ventures during his academic career. He also serves as Vice President of Sales at KruseCom, leveraging his fourth-generation entrepreneurial heritage to drive innovation and expansion under the leadership of his father, CEO Marc Sherman.