As CEO and Founder of The Knowing Agency, Christene Marie empowers executives and organizations to position their personal and corporate brands authentically and establish an emotional connection with their target audience at every touch point of the customer journey.

Christene’s proprietary Knowing Process accentuates empathy-driven branding and measurement marketing that impacts the bottom line and has served some of the world’s leading brands, including Amazon, Toyota, and Global Blood Therapeutics, recently acquired by Pfizer. International speaker, actress, and soon-to-be-published author, Christene Marie is passionate about translating the existential concepts of knowing self and emotional intelligence into practical tactics for healthier and more connected individuals, businesses, and communities.

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Rick Krebs, CPA (aka the M&A Cowboy), is the co-founder of the EPI Utah Chapter of Exit Planners, the first group of its kind in Utah. Nominated as the Exit Planning Institute’s Member of the Year for 2023, he is also the founder of Business Sales Group, an M&A firm in Heber City, UT, and has been selling companies for 14 years. Rick authored "Sell Your Business By Design, Not By Default" and hosts the popular podcast "M&A Murders & Accusations: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Selling Your Business." He is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and graduated from Utah State University with a MAcc and Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Passionate about helping business owners prepare for and sell their businesses for the best possible terms, Rick finds the right buyer for the right price. In his spare time, he enjoys being a cowboy, exploring the mountains and deserts of Utah with his wife and riding his favorite horse, Cookie Monster.

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Meet Andrew, an experienced Instructional Designer with a proven track record in the e-learning industry, adept at designing comprehensive training programs, conducting thorough training needs analyses, and managing learning systems effectively. Leveraging his strong business development acumen, he excels in creating impactful learning experiences that drive organizational success. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from the State University of New York Empire State College, underscoring his solid educational foundation in business principles and management strategies.

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Julie Delong is the Owner and Accountant at Backyard Bookkeeper. With extensive expertise in QuickBooks, she specializes in QuickBooks cleanup and customization, account reconciliation, and developing efficient bookkeeping systems across diverse business environments. Additionally, Julie is a dedicated business mentor and investor.

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Meet Holly Stokes, an expert in personal development and business coaching dedicated to helping individuals overcome mental blocks and achieve their goals. With a psychology degree from Portland State University and experience working with at-risk youth since 1994, Holly is a certified Master NLP Practitioner and Hypnotherapist. She specializes in eliminating stress, anxiety, and self-sabotage to rewire the brain for success. Holly offers innovative programs like her Weight Loss program for busy professionals and the Train Your Brain for Business Series, designed to foster lasting change. Passionate about sharing her tools for transformation, Holly is eager to help others build businesses and lives they love.

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Nick Jonsson's narrative is a compelling tale of success, adversity, and authentic triumph. Initially driven by societal expectations and a desire to meet external standards of success, Nick led major international firms before facing a period of profound adversity. He confronted personal and professional crises, including executive loneliness, addiction, and the loss of a close friend to suicide. This sparked a transformative journey.

From these challenges, Nick emerged with a redefined purpose and a commitment to holistic success. He authored the best-selling book "Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in the Modern Business World," which draws on his personal struggles to guide others facing similar challenges.

As a Certified Chief Master Coach (CCMC) and a Certified ICF Coach (ACTP), Nick Jonsson excels in executive coaching, empowering business leaders to enhance their effectiveness and become better leaders in their professional environments. Through life coaching, he helps individuals discover their purpose and craft their legacies, offering comprehensive guidance that addresses both personal aspirations and professional development. Celebrating six years of sobriety, Nick is also an accredited Sober Coach by the Sober Club in the UK, specializing in supporting grey zone drinkers to make transformative lifestyle changes.

Furthermore, Nick founded a weekly men's group, creating a supportive space for men to connect, grow, and thrive. He is also the co-founder of EGN, the largest peer network for executives in Southeast Asia. His impact extends through his roles as a coach, speaker, and an Ironman Top 2% World Age Group Athlete. His advocacy for mental health, physical wellness, and emotional well-being stems from his experiences and his commitment to helping others achieve holistic success.

Today, Nick gives back to society not only through his advocacy but also as a fundraiser and volunteer for a suicide prevention agency. He is actively involved in coaching other business executives to overcome loneliness, addiction, and to find their life purpose and write their legacy.

Nick's dedication to mental health advocacy was recognized when he was a finalist for the International Mental Health Campaigner of the Year at the InsideOut Awards in London, 2021, and he won the Sabre PRovoke Award for Southeast Asia in the same year.

Nick is an award-winning keynote speaker and workshop facilitator. He has been featured on over 100 international podcasts discussing his journey to assist others, and has appeared in more than 30 newspapers and magazines, as well as on radio and TV.

Happily married and with a son aged 15, Nick Jonsson stands as a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. His journey from societal-induced success through adversity to a life of authentic achievement offers inspiration and a roadmap for those seeking to find their own path to genuine fulfillment.

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Meet Russell Harvey, "The Resilience Coach," a dynamic and engaging Leadership Coach and Facilitator, Public Speaker, Managing Director, NED, Podcaster, and Radio Host. With over 20 years of experience in Learning, Leadership, and Organizational Development, Russell has specialized in Resilience and VUCA for the past 18 years. He is passionate about positively impacting 100,000 people by the year 2025 and has already reached 43,202 individuals.

Russell's areas of expertise include resilience in our modern world of uncertainty and ambiguity, executive coaching and leadership development, talent management and career coaching, facilitation, change leadership, and creativity.

In addition to his work with clients, Russell is the Chair of Governors of a local primary school and a volunteer with Leeds Young Authors. He also runs public speaking and confidence workshops in schools. Russell holds an array of qualifications, including Certificates in Training, Education, and Coaching. He is an ILM and CIPD facilitator, Strengthscope practitioner, Master NLP practitioner, and MBTI certified. Additionally, he has served as a National Training Awards Judge and is a member of the Association for Coaching, NLP, and CIPD.

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Meet Alex, with over 15 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and the business industry, she has a keen understanding of the financial challenges business owners face. Recognizing that poor financial data and inefficient systems hinder growth and informed decision-making, Alex is dedicated to helping businesses overcome these obstacles. She provides skilled bookkeeping professionals, comprehensive training programs, and expert guidance on setting up and reorganizing accounting departments. Alex is committed to enhancing financial systems and processes, believing that the right systems, people, and controls are crucial for any successful business.

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