Joan Dominique is the CEO and founder of Maison Joan Dominique, a new luxury men's designer label. She creates menswear and footwear. Her product has walked the runways of Phoenix Fashion Week, more recently, Paris Fashion Week.
Charleen Badman is one of Arizona's most celebrated chefs and the co-owner of the award winning FnB restaurant in Scottsdale. A six-time James Beard nominee for Best Chef of the Southwest, Charleen is known as the "veggie whisperer" for her ability to coax the very best flavor out of locally grown vegetables. She is the founder of Blue Watermelon, a Slow Food Phoenix coalition of local chefs and activists focused on improving school lunches.
Nadia Holguin is 26 years old and originally from Chihuahua, Mexico. She is the chef and owner of Tacos Chiwas in Phoenix, AZ. Currently, she is nominated for a James Beard award for Best Chef - Southwest at Rolands Cafe Market & Bar and is the mother of a 6 month old.
Samantha Sanz is the executive chef at Talavera at Four Seasons Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. She re-invented the Spanish steakhouse concept, which features Latin and Mediterranean flavors. Samantha has been nominated for the James Beard award "Rising Star Chef of the Year" in 2019.
Adam and Andrea Danks, the husband and wife team behind Runner's High Herbals. Adam is an ultra runner and Andrea is an RN with a deep knowledge in Herbalism. Runner's High Herbals was created out of a desire to use our dynamic partnership to help people heal and achieve at their highest level, whatever their pursuit!
Christopher Hoye is a retired US Marshal that was appointed by President Barack Obama in 2010. He was previously a Lieutenant with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and was appointed by the mayor of Las Vegas to serve as Commissioner of the City of Las Vegas Housing Authority.
Abraham Enriquez is the founder of Bienvenido, a political organization reaching out to the Hispanic community. Abraham started his career as a political advocate. He recently obtained his BA in political science and is now the National Young Adult Outreach Director for the Republican National Hispanic Assembly.
Scott Peters is a former NFL offensive lineman, boxing commissioner, entrepreneur, and the Founder of Tip of the Spear. This program seeks, though proprietary technique and training, to assist players in avoiding concussions and other serious football-related injuries while at the same time improving performance.
David Farris joined Planet 13 Holdings, Inc. in May of 2016. Mr. Farris has established branding and advertising initiatives in the cannabis marketplace focussed on creating an unparalleled experience. With oversight of creative direction, David serves as a multidisciplinary graphic designer working on projects ranging from product packaging to web development/design. In addition to creative efforts, he directs media relations and administers strategic sponsorship and events.
Travis has been playing baseball since he was 4 1/2 years old. Born and raised in Southern California, he and his wife Kristen moved to Arizona in the Summer of 2016 to support Travis's recovery from Tommy John surgery. In 2018. Travis had a comeback year, ending the season with a 1.94 ERA in 78 innings pitched. They are embarking on his journey to hopefully one day reach the major leagues.
Chris Thornley is the owner of Squirrel's Nut Butter, an all natural anti-chafe and skin restoration salve manufacture. His passion to create a family vibe surrounding his company has quickly spread around the globe. He and his wife originally started making the salve in their kitchen at home and all the products are still hand crafted in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Amy Shah, MD. is a double board certified MD with training from Cornell, Columbia and Harvard Universities. She helps busy people transform their health by reducing inflammation and eating more plants. As an immunologist she realizes the power of the microbiome to help digestion, natural hormone balance and food sensitivity. I will be sitting down with her soon to discuss the Covid-19 pandemic. In the mean time check out my conversation recorded from the beginning 2019.
Jeff Herbert founded Superstition Meadery with his wife Jennifer in 2012 in Prescott, Arizona. Superstitions known as a top producer in the world based on awards, ratings, pouring at prestigious festivals and creating an export market where their products are available in 36 countries.
Hall of Fame boxing publicist Lee Samuals, the recipient of numerous other awards, has the distinction of being the nicest guy in an often rough-and-tumble business. He's guided the careers of legendary fighters such as Marvin Hagler, Oscar De La Hoya, and Miguel Cotto. Samuals currently lives in Las Vegas, where he serves as "professor emeritus" of public relations at fellow Hall of Famer Bob Arum's promotions company Top Rank, Inc.
Sheriff Mark Lamb is the 24th Sheriff of Pinal County. He oversees more than 650 employees/volunteers within the department. The Pinal County Detention Center will be featured on season 5 of A & E's 60 days in.
Derek Hess' unmistakably distinct, emotionally charged prints and drawings have been a force in both the music and art worlds for more than 25 years. His color silkscreens are now in the permanent collections of the Grammy Museum, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the Louvre.
Dr. Francis is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology. She specializes in the treatment of Body Image, Sexual Health, Relationships, and Self-Empowerment. Dr. Francis treats teens and adults in various treatment modalities. She has been practicing for over 12 years and is the founder of Scottsdale Premier Counseling.
Nick Cavalier is a director of films, commercials, branded content and music videos. A visual and character-focused storyteller. Nick is lauded for his award-winning feature film and character portrait on famed artist Derek Hess titled Forced Perspective, his short film about vinyl record resurgence Gotta Groove Records and his new short film on mental health and creativity titled Down Again. http://nickcavalier.com/blog/
Freddie Roach is a hall of fame boxing trainer and former professional boxer. He is a 7 time trainer of the year and has trained over 40 world champions and made over 30 world champions. http://wildcardboxingstore.com
Chef Jonathon Sawyer is a proud Clevelander and owner of restaurants The Greenhouse Tavern, Noodlecat Cafe, his newest restaurant Sawyer's and SeeSaw in Columbus, Ohio. Jonathon is a James Beard award winner and has made appearances on The Chew, Iron Chef America, Dinner Impossible, Chopped, Best Thing I Ever Ate, Unique Eats, and Cleveland Hustle. Check out Chef Sawyer's most recent book HOUSE OF VINEGAR. www.JonathonSawyer.com
Mark Hunter is a photographer and lead singer of the band Chimaira. He was featured in the recent documentary Down Again, which he openly speaks about being bipolar and explores the connection between mental illness and creativity. www.chimaira.com
Michael Washington Brown was born in the United Kingdom and moved to the United States at the age of 19. He is an actor, writer, and storyteller of the show BLACK!. This Fall he is returning to Phoenix to perform BLACK! - A one man show. BLACK! is the story of four different black men from different ethnicities and walks of life.
Dennis has taught psychology for 20 years and is currently residential faculty at Scottsdale Community College. He earned a Ph.D. in psychology from Florida State University and a Masters in education from the University of Illinois. He also teaches Ashtanga yoga at Modern Yoga in Scottsdale. He appreciates the philosophical foundation of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, but views human consciousness from a modern science perspective.
Dr. Amy Shah is a Cornell, Columbia, and Harvard trained physician. http://amymdwellness.com
James Bonnett is an ultra marathoner. He ran his first trail race at 9 years old - the Mt. Ord Marathon (4,000' of gain in the first 7.5 miles.) At the age of 10 he ran 53 miles at the Across the Years 24 Hour race in Phoenix. At the age of 11 he ran the Crown King Scramble 50k in 5:09 finishing 19th overall (that would have placed him in the top ten at this year's event!). He's gone on to run Western States 100 Mile (12th place), JFK 50 Mile (9th place). Leona Divide 50 Mile (winner), Zane Grey...
