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Franchise Consultant at Precision Franchise
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Franchise Consultant at HOF Franchise Consulting
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Founder & CEO at Liftoff! Certified Franchise Consultants
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Head of Strategy & Brand Communications at Pointe Connect
I’m Cristy Verdeja Zaldívar—a strategic communications and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience transforming how brands connect, grow, and lead. As CEO of Pointe Connect, I consult for companies across industries—from nimble startups to global Fortune 500s—offering high-level strategy rooted in clarity, creativity, and results. I specialize in diagnosing challenges, crafting messaging that resonates, and building marketing and communications frameworks that drive real business impact. Known for my sharp instincts and innovative thinking, I’m the person teams call when they need to elevate their brand, reset their approach, or navigate complexity with confidence. My expertise spans corporate communications, PR, digital strategy, crisis and issues management, and multicultural marketing. I’ve advised industry giants, led global campaigns, and built cross-functional teams that deliver. I’m a bilingual storyteller (English/Spanish + conversational French) with a global mindset and a deep belief in the power of connection. Whether I’m guiding an executive team or rolling up my sleeves with a small business owner, I bring vision, structure, and momentum to every engagement.
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Co-Founder at Dallas House Sale Group
Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.
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President at Upside Group Franchise Consulting
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King at Franchise Selection Specialists Inc.
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Head of Consulting Services at Think Beyond
Adam Czeczuk is the Head of Consulting Services at Think Beyond, specializing in Salesforce platform implementations across industries such as education, automotive, finance, and IT services. With over a decade of experience in business development, team leadership, and project management, Adam has a strong track record of driving business growth and delivering scalable solutions. Adam holds 15 Salesforce certifications, along with Scrum Master and ITIL Foundation. His expertise lies in aligning Salesforce solutions with business objectives, leveraging AI to enhance customer experiences, and managing complex software projects. Adam’s leadership is centered on building teams and optimizing processes to achieve long-term success.
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Co-Founder at Uncle Tex Buys Houses
Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.
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Sr Brand Strategist, Founder at Be Known For Something
Mark MacDonald is a seasoned strategist and creative with 4 decades of expertise in powerful Branding and Marketing Communication based on reliable research. He's the go-to guide for effective church communication, branding, and logos. As a bestselling author, engaging speaker, and founder of BeKnownforSomething.com, Mark empowers church leaders to communicate with impact.
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Founder at SureStep Business Advisors
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Founder, Career Transition Strategist, Career Coach, Outplacement Specialist at Career Management Consulting
An impassioned Career Transition Coach who spent more than 20 years working in the recruitment industry and now dedicates my focus on helping my clients navigate important career decisions. When it comes to a person’s career, everyone has a unique need or challenge, therefore, I design a bespoke solution around my clients need, applying an approach that maybe a blend of advisor, consultant, coach, and or mentor. I have collaborated with clients across all industries and job levels, from youth to graduates to executive level, providing 1:1 Career Coaching, Outplacement Support and Career Skills Development workshops. My focus is to collaborate with my clients across the following key areas: Discover, develop a plan and guide on how to execute one’s plan, imparting knowledge, providing practical advice and the necessary tools to assist in aligning to the market expectations, making the individual aware of what to expect and how to prepare for the necessary career transition. “Helping one person might not change the world, but it can change the world for one person”. This quote resonates firmly within my values, where I strive to make a positive difference everywhere possible. In addition to running Career Management Consultancy, in January 2024 I was appointed as an International Career and Transition Coach for Africa, for IMPACT Group a global coaching firm providing relocation, outplacement and leadership development programmes, where I provide career consulting to relocating spouses as well as cross-cultural and integration/transition coaching for employees and their families.
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Fractional Sales Leader, Sales Coach, Sales Consultant at Miller Consulting, LLC DBA Miller Sales Consulting
Miller Sales Consulting delivers Professional Sales Coaching and Fractional Sales Management to middle market and emerging growth companies with a focus on sales operational excellence. Christine Miller is a highly experienced, accomplished, and goal-oriented professional with experience leading sales operations for startups and established organizations, with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and developing high-performing sales teams, with a focus on sales operational excellence. She is also adept at managing financials, creating and executing business plans, and providing leadership to cross-functional teams while delivering optimal results, exceeding revenue targets, and producing rapid business value. Passionate about sales consulting, coaching, and training, she’s helped companies of all sizes increase their productivity and sales performance. In addition to her consulting work, Christine has worked as a Director of Sales at a Fortune 50 company. She is accomplished at recruiting, training and coaching salespeople and sales managers to success. She is also a speaker and has presented on topics including: The Future of Sales: AI (Artificial Intelligence) and EI (Emotional Intelligence), Accelerate Your Sales: Key Actions to Take You from Preparation to Close, The Invisible Roadblocks Preventing Sales Success, and Utilizing LinkedIn for Sales Success. She is also the author of Sales Geisha (available on Amazon), and the podcast host of Naked Sales. Industries She's Helped Scale: SaaS, Insurance, Finance, Life Sciences, Aerospace, Food Manufacturing, Health & Wellness, Real Estate, Legal, Consulting, SMBs, Startups, Construction, Media & more. Sales Leadership & Growth Competencies: Sales Management | Revenue Growth | Sales Operations | Go-To-Market Strategy | Sales Enablement | Account Management | Business Development | B2B Sales | Sales Process Optimization | Strategic Partnerships | Consultative Selling | Key Account Management | Pipeline Development | CRM Optimization | Lead Generation | Closing & Negotiation | Performance Management | Data-Driven Forecasting | Sales Coaching & Training | Fractional CRO | Speaking & Training | Customer Retention | Business Planning | Cold Call Coaching | Sales Team Deployment Tech Stack & Sales Tools Expertise: HubSpot CRM | Salesforce | LinkedIn Sales Navigator | ZoomInfo | Apollo.io | RocketReach | ConnectAndSell | Gong.io | Fireflies.ai | Slack | Teams | Zoom | OMG Sales Assessment
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Senior Marketing Consultant at BeastBI GmbH
I am the founder of BeastBI GmbH, a digital consultancy specializing in digital marketing. Whether it's marketing analysis, restructuring, or migration. We focus on optimize marketing budgets and improve ROIs. HubSpot and Google Ads certified and partner. With over a decade of experience across CRM, Paid Ads, SEO, (B2B) leadgen and marketing analysis, I combine technical know-how with a deep understanding of marketing & business strategy. I work and lead a remote team, scaled international campaigns. I also support companies as interim head of marketing and similar positions.
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Co-Founder at Uncle Tex Buys Houses
Real estate isn’t just about transactions—it’s about solving problems, and that’s where Hilary Schultz excels. A licensed Realtor in Texas and Florida with over two decades of experience, she helps homeowners make smart, strategic moves, whether they need a fast cash offer, a market-listed sale, or something in between. Alongside her husband, Hilary operates a portfolio of real estate companies that cover every stage of residential real estate—acquisitions, renovations, and long-term asset management. They don’t just buy and sell houses; they create value, revitalize communities, and help homeowners move forward with confidence. Her expertise in property valuations, negotiation, and market trends makes her a go-to resource for sellers looking for real solutions—not just quick fixes. With a strong track record and thousands of successful transactions, Hilary is known for getting deals done the right way
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Founder/Principal - Fractional COO & Chief of Staff at April Eldridge Consulting
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Sr. Reverse Recruiter & Career Coach at Find My Profession
My name is Steven Lowell, a Reverse Recruiter and Career Coach with Find My Profession. I am in my 50's, happily married, deal with Epilepsy, and managed to find jobs in 6 industries across 4 continents, as well as traveled the United States by bus to learn more about the people in the United States. I have been on this search to discover why I exist and the true meaning of success. I am a student of life. I know more than meets the eye. I am that guy in New York City, who always gets stopped by tourists to ask for directions, but you can also drop me in any country in the world and I will look like a local. I always help others. I was born and raised a NYC-native. I love people, diversity, honesty, loyalty, and learning. I am in an interracial marriage to my wife, Wendy, since 2007. And know everything about traveling, pizza, all things technology, writing, blogging, talent sourcing, resume writing, job searching, job boards, community management, customer service, hockey, golf, teaching, and talking to people from around the world. I am not your typical, rule-following person. My career has involved thinking outside the box, traveling, getting startups off the ground, and never turning down a really good challenge. Favorite Quote: "Things get better for everybody when they get better for everybody." -Eleanor Roosevelt
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Founder & CEO of Kelly Roach International at Kelly Roach International
Kelly Roach is one of the only female founders in the online space to build her company from 0 to 8 figures with 0 debt, investors, or outside funding. Kelly is a former NFL cheerleader and Fortune 500 executive turned 8-figure+ entrepreneur empowering thousands around the globe to achieve financial and lifestyle freedom through entrepreneurship. Kelly is a multi-international best-selling author, Top 20 podcast host, and philanthropist who has been featured in major media such as ABC, NBC, Fox, and Forbes - as well as the recipient of prestigious awards such as #287 on the Inc. 5000 list, The Stevie® Awards Woman of the Year, TITAN CEO of the Year, and Inc.’s Best in Business.
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Co-Founder at Bright Bid Homes
Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.
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Founder & CEO at Empowered Marketing Co.
Lauren Diana is the founder of Laurea Consulting and Soul Empowered. Through Laurea Consulting, she provides expert digital marketing services to online entrepreneurs—especially coaches and course creators—helping them scale and succeed in the online space. Soul Empowered, her business strategy and coaching brand, focuses on guiding purpose-driven entrepreneurs to build profitable, values-aligned businesses. With a blend of marketing expertise, technology, and personal empowerment, Lauren supports her clients in achieving both financial success and personal fulfillment in their business journeys.
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