Steve is a passionate sports enthusiast, a devoted husband, and a proud father of two sons who have transformed his life. After a near-death experience, he lives each day with gratitude, energy, and a deep love for competition and connection. A member of LeTip for over 20 years, Steve is actively involved in the organization.

Steve believes that building genuine relationships through networking is essential for creating meaningful business opportunities and lifelong success.

Carolyn is a purpose-driven leader with a heart for helping others dream bigger and live authentically. She believes in combining passion with purpose to create meaningful impact, inspiring people to align their work with their true selves. Carolyn co-founded a networking organization called The Grand Connection, taught a college course in the Women in Business Program, and became a Pilates instructor in 2019. She loves cooking gourmet meals. 

Carolyn views networking as a powerful catalyst for discovering new possibilities and aligning opportunity with purpose.

Michelle is deeply committed to making people feel valued and understood. She believes relationships are the key to success, and she empowers others to build meaningful connections with authenticity, heart, and effective communication. Passionate about The Pet Cottage, a non-profit sanctuary that provides guardianship for pets that have lost their humans due to death, disability, or deployment, Michelle also loves Jeeps and Metallica. She is a BOSS Academy Community Advisor and has worked with multiple networking organizations as a Certified B.A.N.K Coach for more than 6 years, helping improve communication between members and clients. 

Michelle believes that authentic networking is the bridge that transforms connections into thriving business opportunities. 

John is a growth-minded leader who thrives on turning challenges into opportunities. With a spirit of empowerment and a focus on helping others achieve their best, he is passionate about creating clarity, building success, and celebrating every milestone along the way. John was the high school football team captain and a 4X Ultimate Frisbee Champion in college. He is immensely proud of his children’s accomplishments and has watched Varsity Blues countless times. John has belonged to BNI for years and values the consistency and structure offered to members. 

John believes that strategic networking is essential for opening doors, accelerating growth, and building lasting success. 

Amie is an actor, producer, filmmaker, certified coach—and a recent grandmother—who is passionate about helping women rediscover their passions and embrace new beginnings. She empowers those navigating life transitions to reignite their creativity, unlock their potential, and leave a lasting legacy.

The proud mom of two grown and thriving children, Amie has been married for 35 years and loves skiing, hiking, and attending theatrical events. She is the co-founder of Northeast Stage, a non-profit theatre company in Greenport, NY (established in 1983), and the founder of Act Now Life Coaching, where she helps professionals go from nervous speakers to naturally confident presenters. With more than 45 years of acting and coaching experience, she blends proven performance methods with powerful coaching strategies to help clients calm their nerves, speak with clarity, and engage any audience with ease.

Rooted in authenticity, growth, and joy, Amie believes that building meaningful networks is the key to opening new doors, sparking opportunities, and living a purpose-driven life. She is a true partner in believing—dedicated to guiding others toward vibrant, fulfilling futures.

Emily is a dynamic insurance executive from Pittsburgh, PA, a proud mother of four boys, and a former competitive swimmer at Wagner College. Known for her strategic insight and heart for mentorship, she leads with intention—always focused on empowering others and building meaningful relationships.

She brings a distinctive blend of business acumen and empathy to every role she plays, advocating especially for women in the insurance industry. Emily believes real success comes from lifting others as you rise and creating opportunities rooted in purpose and connection.

She’s also a passionate supporter of Tunnels to Towers and deeply values their work to honor first responders and veterans.

Laura Cross is a U.S. Air Force veteran, certified self-care coach, and founder of White Sands Self-Care and White Sands Premier Travel. From working on F-15s and F-16s as an aircraft electrician to guiding individuals through holistic wellness practices, she’s dedicated her life to helping others thrive—in health, community, and adventure.

A certified AO Voice Scan practitioner and travel agent, Laura blends technology, wellness, and exploration to uncover the root causes of “dis-ease” and create tailored solutions for her clients. She empowers people to detoxify their bodies and homes, reclaim control of their health, and discover priceless memories through restorative travel.

Laura holds both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Science in Management, is a proud member of Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business, and actively serves with Veterans Of The Ozarks (VOTO), building connections that support military members, their families, and the wider community.

As the host of Mindful Mondays with Laura Cross, she provides a nurturing, judgment-free space where people feel heard, supported, and inspired to grow. Whether she’s coaching, speaking, or creating unforgettable travel experiences, Laura is on a mission to build vibrant communities rooted in wellness, connection, and personal growth.

Nicholas Brown is a Leadership Systems Coach, Certified High Performance Coach, and Financial Guide dedicated to helping others create lives of alignment, purpose, and freedom.

He spent over 20 years in the kitchen as a professional chef—leading teams under pressure, building systems that thrived in chaos, and learning firsthand how burnout can quietly steal your joy, health, and sense of purpose. But Nick’s foundation in leadership started well before the kitchen. As an Eagle Scout, he learned to lead by example, serve with integrity, and take ownership of outcomes. Through music and dance, he discovered the power of discipline, timing, and harmony—lessons he now uses to help professionals align their mindset, money, and mission.

Nicholas serves as an educator and guide within Wealth Builders, where he helps families understand financial principles, create multi-handed income systems, and protect their future through strategic planning. He is also the founder of Cooking Physics, a coaching platform that teaches chefs and professionals how to lead high-performance teams through integrity, structure, and personal growth—without sacrificing their well-being.

Outside of his professional work, Nicholas is a devoted husband and father of four. 

A musician, dancer, and lifelong learner, he draws from journaling, outdoor exploration, and spiritual study to teach life and leadership through metaphor and story.

Driven by a mission to lead by example, Nicholas teaches what he lives: that true wealth includes time, faith, health, relationships, emotional peace, and financial independence. His work centers on empowering others to live intentionally, grow consistently, and build systems that multiply impact across every area of life.

Emily Verdoorn is a conversion copywriter, messaging strategist, and advocate for ambitious women entrepreneurs who are ready to grow their businesses—without burning out. With over five years of experience helping women amplify their voices and scale their services, Emily knows that mindset isn’t the only hurdle—it’s the syst

Only 10% of women-owned businesses ever cross the six-figure mark. Not for lack of brilliance, but because of the constant pressure to do it all, often with little support and few resources.

That’s why Emily is now focused on helping women harness the power of AI—not as a trend, but as a practical, human-first tool to save time, reduce overwhelm, and stay aligned with their purpose. Currently pursuing certification as an AI consultant, she’s on a mission to make AI simple, empowering, and deeply supportive for women who want to grow smarter, not harder.

Think of Emily as your translator, guide, and strategist—making tech feel less like a burden and more like a breakthrough.

Chris Abdey is the founder of Procrastination Station and a coach who’s anything but conventional. With a deep understanding of the guilt, burnout, and self-doubt that often accompany high ambition, Chris helps driven professionals—especially those in their 30s to 50s—break free from the procrastination loop and finally build momentum that lasts.

After years of chasing goals while battling avoidance and burnout, Chris realized that the answer wasn’t just “trying harder”—it was about support, self-awareness, and practical tools that actually work. That insight sparked the creation of Procrastination Station—a space for smart, capable individuals to stop spiraling and start thriving.

Chris has coached dozens of professionals using a holistic, judgment-free approach rooted in emotional intelligence, real-world strategies, and burnout recovery. This isn’t cookie-cutter productivity—it’s sustainable change, built on honesty and real-life application.

Whether someone is missing deadlines, stuck in self-doubt, or unable to finish what they start, Chris helps them reclaim control over their time, energy, and sense of self-worth.

Angela Street is a Michigan native from Bay City whose journey from dance to finance is rooted in resilience and heart. She began her career at a local dance studio, where she worked for 20 years before making an unexpected pivot into the financial world after the studio was sold and she was laid off. 

Now in business with her husband of 35 years, Angela combines discipline, creativity, and mindset—her favorite topic to discuss with friends—to help others navigate their own financial paths. A proud grandparent, she cherishes time at the lake with her family and finds joy in both deep conversations and quiet moments surrounded by loved ones.