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Founder & Executive Director, Leah Greenblum

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal

As a fierce proponent of economic justice, Leah Greenblum founded Jewish Free Loan Chicago in 2022. Previously, Leah founded Midwest Access Coalition. She is a current fellow at the Mandel Institute’s Executive Nonprofit Leadership Program, and received the Women of Reform Judaism’s 2019 Women’s Empowerment Award. Leah earned a Masters in sociology from Brown University and graduated summa cum laude from University of Florida. She holds a nonprofit management certificate from Kellogg at Northwestern University.
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Personal Brand & Headshot Photographer Jenn Grachow

Category: Services
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #businessphotographer, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself

It’s So Much More Than Just a Photo! It’s about creating natural, approachable images that let you shine, helping you build a brand that stands out. Over the past 17 years, I’ve helped hundreds of business owners conquer their photo fears and show up confidently in front of the camera. With a B.A.A. in Photography, accreditation from the PPOC, and a passion for continuous learning in business, photography, and branding, I specialize in crafting personality-packed images that connect with your dream clients. So, how can I help you show up online with photos you’re excited to share? Connect with Jenn here…

Join us in Season #6 for an interview with Jenn on our YouTube channel Business Mentorship Keepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast on Spotify.

Growth Strategist✨ ,Heather Brekelmans

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal, #marketingtips

Heather has both an ambitious mind and a genuine heart. Graduating from Brock University & Niagara College with a focus on leadership & horticulture gave her an excellent blend of backgrounds to launch 2 Steps Ahead Consulting. Heather enjoys bringing a fresh and genuine approach to marketing focused on clients’ success.
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Join us for a panel discussion, “Entrepreneurship; Sharing Great Ideas” on our YouTube channel
Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real or if your on the move here is the podcast

Join us in Season #6 for an interview with Heather on our YouTube channel Business Mentorship Keepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast on Spotify

Tip Top K9: Turning Passion for Dogs into a Nationwide Training Success, Ryan Wimpey

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal

I’m Ryan Wimpey, founder of Tip Top K9, a dog training franchise with 19 locations across 11 states. My passion for dogs started in high school and grew after years of working with my first dog, Curley. I developed the Tip Top Method, based on classical conditioning, to help dogs and their owners overcome behavioral challenges. With a focus on consistency, patience, and passion, I’ve turned my love for dogs into a thriving nationwide business.
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Join us in Season 6 for an interview with Ryan on YouTube Business Mentorship Keepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast on iHeart Radio.

Holistic Health Practitioner, Marian Egan

Category: Author, Coach/Consultant, Entrepreneur, Mentor, Products, Services, Speaker
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #holistichealth, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal

As a healthcare practitioner, I specialize in helping professional practitioners, coaches, and entrepreneurs, who are facing their own health crises, take control of their health, increase their income, and increase their client base.
My passion is teaching self-healing techniques and holistic well-being practices using effective solutions. My mission is to Empower People to Heal Themselves. The body has an innate intelligence to heal itself. I help facilitate that healing process using my Healing Card Decks and teach others to do the same.
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Join us in Season 6 for an interview with Marian on YouTube Business Mentorship Keepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast on iHeart Radio.

Join us for a panel discussion, “Entrepreneurship; Sharing Great Ideas” on our YouTube channel
Business Mentorship; Keepin’ It Real or if your on the move here is the podcast

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Real Estate Strategist, Disha Patel

Category: Entrepreneur, Services, Speaker
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collabofrationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal, realestate

I am a dedicated real estate strategist specializing in helping first-time homebuyers and those looking to upgrade in the Halton Region. With a personalized, data-driven approach, I ensure clients make informed decisions that align with their goals and future financial stability. My mission is to guide clients toward the right home, at their own pace. Connect with me on Instagram @dishapatelre.

Creative Director, Jen Spinner

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #businessmarketing, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal, #marketingservices, breakingbarriers

I am a experienced creative director with over 10 years experience serving clients across industries. You get my skills in strategy, project management, art direction, graphic design and illustration baked into everything I do. All without the agency overhead. Your project benefits from my strategic knowledge working with brands like Air Canada, Kate Spade New York, Etsy, and Human Rights Watch. My client, I-Think, was so impressed with my performance that my “expertise and collaborative spirit earned [me] the honorary title of our ‘Clarity Director.’”
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Join us for an interview with Jen on Business MentorshipKeepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast.

CEO Sabira Arefin

Category: Author, Entrepreneur, Speaker
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself

Sabira Arefin is the founder of several AI-driven startups, including IdMap.ai, the Global Health Institute (instituteofglobalhealth.com), and VirtualDoctorX. With a robust background in AI technology and global health, she is also the best-selling author of books such as AI Revolutionizing Healthcare. Sabira holds an MBA from Duke University and completed the Global Healthcare Leadership Program at Harvard Medical School.
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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Liz Snider

Category: Coach/Consultant, Mentor, Services
Tags: #breakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #greatideas, #investinyourself

Hi I’m Elizabeth, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Upstream Counselling. You can call me Liza.
I have been fortunate to have spent the last 10 years working in international travel, both guiding and hosting others. My appreciation of our shared human diversity and beauty, stems from the many different cultures I have been fortunate to work, with in different parts of the world. Whether you are struggling with depression or anxiety, life transitions, or struggling to find your place in an ever-changing uncertain world, therapy can help you find a way to move forward. Connect with Liz here…

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MESSAGE Therapist, Hersh Rephun

Category: Author, Coach/Consultant, Entrepreneur, Mentor, Speaker
Tags: #businessmentorship, #busnessmarketing, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal

I have led teams in PR, Creative, Brand Strategy, Global Partner & Franchisee Relations, and now I help 7-figure+ Founders and CEOs find their “next-figure brand voice.” My mantra is, “Sell the Truth with Humor and Humanity.” Having played standup gigs across the country (Comedy Store, Comic Strip, Funny Bone, The Ice House…), I bring my stage presence to keynote talks and host two interview shows ranked in the Top 2% of Apple Podcasts globally. Connect with Hersh here…

Join us for an interview with Hersh on Business MentorshipKeepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast.

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Branding & Web Designer for Women, Caitlin Lang

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercompetition, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal, #webdesign

Caitlin designs elevated branding and websites for women-owned service businesses in 2-day design intensives. She designs a brand’s full look and feel, and also helps women clarify their offerings, hone their messaging, and takes care of all the copywriting—because she knows that a pretty brand won’t do anything if the words aren’t right.
Check out Caitlin’s work and testimonials from happy clients and connect with here here…

Vidlo Video, Founder Chynna Morgan

Category: Entrepreneur, Services
Tags: #brakingbarriers, #businessmentorship, #collaborationovercmpetition, #greatideas, #investinyourself, #keepinitreal, video

Chynna Morgan is a trailblazer in the marketing and music technology industry. A 2x Tech Founder, she has worked with several companies worldwide, helping them grow their brands using video content. She is on the cutting edge of adtech with her company Vidlo. Vidlo is the turnkey solution for launching user-generated video campaigns to help brands capture video testimonials and content from their customers. She is dedicated to sharing innovative ideas using video. Connect with Chynna here…

Join us for an interview with Chynna on Business MentorshipKeepin It Real
and if you’re on the move here is the podcast.