Meet the Guests!
frank king
Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years and has been a speaker and comedian for 38. He’s shared the stage with comedians, Jeff Foxworthy, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, Dr. Ken Jung, Ellen DeGeneres, Dennis Miller, and Bill Hicks, as well as entertaine…
Fran Maier
Fran Maier is a serial entrepreneur and Super Founder with over 25 years of experience pioneering category-disrupting B2C and B2B internet businesses. Fran is widely recognized for her leadership as Co-Founder and first General Manager of the online dating service Match.com, Founder of the privacy …
Gail P Zelitzky
Joint Bio for Catherine and Gail: Gail Zelitzky and Catherine Marienau-- innovators in their respective fields of business and adult higher education—embarked on a new adventure in 2019. They launched Women Over 70–Aging Reimagined to shatter the myth that women become irrelevant as they age, t…
Ginny Maccoll
Ginny is an actress, dancer, and competitive athlete in both Ninja and swimming. She began her career in NYC as a dancer in the hit Broadway show, Pippin, in 1974; then transitioned into the commercial world and did over 100 national and regional commercials throughout the 70s and 80s. After a 20 y…
Helen Hirsh Spence
Helen Hirsh Spence – Keynote Speaker | Age Inclusion Advocate | Social Entrepreneur “Age is not a barrier—it’s an asset. We must reimagine aging for the 21st century.” Helen Hirsh Spence is a powerful voice at the intersection of longevity, leadership, and age inclusion. She draws on decades of …
Jeanette Leardi
Jeanette Leardi is a social gerontologist, community educator, writer, editor, public speaker, and aging wellness leader who has a passion for later life empowerment and finds special personal fulfillment helping older adults identify and share their wisdom with others. Her decade of experiences a…
Jeri Bernstein
I grew up in Chicago and was lucky enough to find the career I was meant to have: an advertising copywriter. Right out of college, I was hired by the world’s biggest ad agency. (And most creative!) I got the privilege of working with national clients such as Kraft Foods, 7Up, Sears and Gallo Wi…
Jeri Sedlar
JERI SEDLAR Jeri Sedlar is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and lecturer on the evolving topic of retirement. She is the co-author of the highly acclaimed book, DON’T RETIRE, REWIRE! Third Edition and ON TARGET: Enhance Your Life and Ensure Your Success. For more than 20 years…
Joanie Marx
Joanie Marx is a three-time #1 international bestselling author of, “Facelifts, Money & Prince Charming”, “In Spite Of…”, and “The Experts Cure”. Known as a Storytelling Magician™, Marx is the creator of three acclaimed online courses on UDEMY.com and has also written and produced over 400 epis…
John Tarnoff
John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author who helps mid-career professionals regain control of their careers, discover a renewed sense of meaning and purpose, and build sustainable strategies for working the way they want to work. Fired 39% during his 35 year…
Joy Loverde
Joy Loverde (pronounced low VER dee), is the best-selling author of "The Complete Eldercare Planner, 4th Edition” and “Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old?” A seasoned keynote speaker and media spokesperson, Joy’s appearances include the Today show, CBS Early Show, ABC News, NPR and more. She…
Judith Kurnick
Sometime around age 60 many highly driven professionals hit a wall. They may feel burned out, pushed aside or less valued at work, but they are not interested in retirement. I was one of them and I know how confusing it can be. But I learned I still had plenty to offer. As an executive transit…
Julee Dennis
Born and raised in Bellevue, Nebraska to a very eclectic couple. My Dad was either a genius or a lunatic, (probably both!) and my Mom had been taken in by his rakish charm as soon as she set foot in America. They traveled the world extensively in the Ice Capades, but settled in Bellevue once they …
Karen S. Williams
Raised in the outskirts of New York City in Mamaroneck she has always a very creative spirit. Currently managed by agent Charlie Winfield of Funny Face Talent in Manhattan she works as a Commercial Print Model and Actress . Her latest endeavor has been to jump into the Comedy scene. Karen has h…
Keena B Pettijohn
Keena B. Pettijohn is the dynamic CEO and Founder of Lifelogixs Strategic Consultancy Group, a company built on the tenets of health, wealth, and happiness—delivering cutting-edge tech solutions that promote financial wellness and literacy. With over 30 years of experience in wealth management—incl…
Kerry Hannon
Kerry Hannon is a leading authority and strategist on retirement, jobs, career transitions, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal finance. She is a frequent TV, radio, and podcast commentator and is a sought-after keynote speaker at major conferences. Kerry’s books and appearances focus on h…
Kerry Schrader
Meet Kerry Schrader, your seasoned career design partner with over 25 years of high-level HR expertise and a decade in the tech startup arena. With both a BBA and an MBA, Kerry brings a wealth of practical knowledge to each coaching session. She’s not just a coach; she’s a mentor who has walked the…
Laurie Raskin
LAURIE RASKIN is an Artist, Designer , Creator who shows her works in galleries and museums international. Her art has been translated for products ranging from a Rug Line in Brussels to Fashion in London to a label for a micro-brewery in Michigan. She was on of the 12 artist chosen to do one of …
Laurie Reese
I'm a seasoned Household Manager and Personal Assistant who specializes in supporting vibrant seniors and families through life’s transitions. With over 15 years of experience working with high-net-worth individuals, I blend hospitality, organization, and compassionate care to help clients live ind…
Leonie-Ruth Acland
Leonie-Ruth is a solopreneur, podcaster ( ADHD : Women Exploring the Neuroverse) and #femtor (female mentor) @The Pomegranate Circle. When asked what she does the reply is “co-create and hold space for healing, transformation and regeneration of soil, soul and society, so that we can all flourish”.…
Liam Naden
The secret to extraordinary success isn’t pushing harder - it’s unlocking the natural brilliance already within you." This is the message of Liam Naden, a transformative coach for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone seeking true success in life. His pioneering methods combine neuroscience,…
Linda Ugelow
Linda Ugelow (YOU-guh-lo) is a speaking confidence and vocal coach, podcast host, and author of the book, Delight in the Limelight. Formerly stricken with public speaking fear herself, she now helps entrepreneurs and professionals transform their experience of speaking from dread to delight whether…
Lori
Lori Kirstein is the founder of The Goodbye Good Girl Project's Womanpreneur Success Codes family of offerings. She is a fierce advocate for women tired of being beaten down by the rules that keep us quiet, small or simply on paths not our own. For over 15 years, Lori tried to follow every formula,…
Lorraine Wiseman
Lorraine Wiseman, MBA, CPA, is the President and CEO of Leading the Wise Way, a consulting firm specializing in strategy and change management. She is a Vistage Chair and CEO Coach. Lorraine is a Global Executive and has been the President of seven multinational corporations in six countries. She i…