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WISe Keynote Speakers

We believe that employers who invest in their employee’s whole-self wellness have a greater chance of retaining top talent.

For consultation regarding your event and to book a WISe keynote speaker, contact us at hello@wisewellnessguild.com.

Stevi Carr

Stevi Carr

In 2015 Founder Stevi Carr began her journey to transform the way women work and live, reducing burnout and living more fulfilling lives. Four years and 500 interviews later, Stevi established Wise Wellness Guild, a community dedicated to the advancement of women through whole-self wellness.

Prior to founding WISe, Stevi built healthcare, CPG, entertainment, fashion business and marketing strategies at P&G, Clorox, Newell Rubbermaid, Abercrombie & Fitch and UC Health.

Proven skills in leadership, branded environments/retail, creative direction, behavioral economics, market research, business development and public speaking.

Dr. Maria Espinola

Dr. Maria Espinola

Dr. Maria Espinola is the CEO of the Institute for Health Equity and Innovation. She is a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 12 years of experience providing vision, leadership and strategic planning for the development and implementation of health equity initiatives in multifaceted organizations.

Dr. Espinola has been featured by a wide range of media outlets, including the U.S. News and World Report, Teen Vogue, CNN, Reuters Health and the New York Times.

Her lived experiences inspired her to start a journey to improve the healthcare system for all vulnerable populations, particularly Latinos, African Americans and people from all backgrounds who live in poverty.

Pam Cho

Pam Cho

Pam Cho created Trek Executive Coaching in 2009 to provide a trusted resource for professionals who need help working through challenges, making the most of opportunities that cross their path and finding greater balance and fulfillment at work.

Having worked at an officer-level for three Fortune 500 companies, and served in The White House and at an international trade association, Pam brings a special insight into what makes strong, successful leaders.

During the course of her career, Pam has supported leaders in such disciplines as marketing, legal, finance, sales, human resources, IT, sourcing and research & development.

Tarita Preston

Tarita Preston

Tarita is passionate about people, purpose and creating women leaders. She works as a Life and Leadership Coach helping leaders, executives and teams improve communication, claim their inner authority and wisdom and experience significantly higher levels of professionalism, authentic leadership, productivity and self confidence. She is the creator of Leadership for Professional Women of Color. A live experience supporting WoC on their leadership journey.

Tarita honed her skills in leadership and coaching by working in a number of challenging environments as an HRBP for General Electric. She provided guidance to senior managers during plant closings, national union negotiations and establishing a shared services organization.

Prior to that, Tarita was a Parliamentary Assistant in the UK Parliament, an English Teacher in South Korea. In 2021, she received the Emerging Leader Award from the Cincinnati African American Chamber. She started Tarita Preston Coaching where she serves as an “elevating partner” for her clients. Supporting them on elevating their perspectives, mindsets and choices.

Meriden McGraw

Meriden McGraw

Meriden is the Founder of Meriden Mental Fitness & Director of Mindfulness of the Osher Center. Her journey began when she was training for a 100-mile bike ride and was hit by a car, causing her to spend three months in a wheelchair. It was through this process that she began to study mind-body modalities like breath techniques and mindfulness, that changed her life.

Meriden combines her master's level education in mental and public health with her training in mind-body modalities to teach individuals and groups techniques for optimal wellbeing. Meriden has worked with a variety of groups such as professional athletic teams, including both the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns, Fortune 500 companies, corporate lawyers and their clients, human resource departments, veterans, mental health professionals, families, and adolescent girls in a variety of settings ranging from presentations to crowds of thousands to one-on-one sessions.

Dr. Ashley Solomon

Dr. Ashley Solomon

Dr. Ashley Solomon is a clinical psychologist, leadership consultant and coach, and founder of Galia Collaborative.

Dr. Solomon's organization is dedicated to supporting women-identified people heal, grow, and lead. Committed to an inclusive, culturally-relevant, and evidence-based approach to working with individuals and groups.

Utilizing her many years of experience as a mental health expert and corporate leader, Dr. Solomon supports women in achieving their objectives. Blending a science-background, clinical training, warmth, and real-world wisdom to support women during challenge points in their lives and careers.

Megs Gelfgot

Megs Gelfgot

Megs Gelfgot is Founder and CEO of Keep Her WILD, a skate collective empowering women through skateboarding and community.

Megs is also a fitness entrepreneur and trainer who established Activate Brain & Body, which is focused on bringing cognitive & physical wellness to all.

Megs is a TEDx Cincinnati speaker alum and continues to give Corporate speaking engagements.

Sylvia Brownlee

Sylvia Brownlee

Even as a child growing up in Cincinnati, Sylvia Brownlee always had dreams of influencing the beauty industry. 

So it was no surprise when she went to cosmetology school right after highschool, and quickly started her career at a high-profile salon. Her natural ability to connect with clients made her a rising talent, and over the next 10 years she would transition into salon management before ultimately becoming the Director of Education at a renowned skin care institution. It was there that she discovered her passion for enhancing the lives of those who suffer from acne & hyperpigmentation. 

“I, myself, have dealt with both and know how easily it can affect one’s self-esteem and confidence,” Brownlee recalls. “When your skin is clear and glowing, you feel amazing!” 

Her career experiences began to sharpen her business sense on top of her passion for skincare. “I got to really understand the business side of beauty–how to manage clients and create new streams of income by being of better service to them. It became clear to me that God was revealing to me my life’s work and showing me the blueprint for getting it done,” she explains.

In 2015, she took a leap of faith, founding Skin By Brownlee & Co., with the purpose of teaching others how to love and care for their skin. Her skincare brand offers luxe corrective skincare treatments at her Cincinnati skin bar, and a line of skincare products to support every step in the skincare regimen.

Dr. Sarah Crawford

Dr. Sarah Crawford

Dr. Sarah Crawford founded Anchor Wellness Center in 2019 to challenge the way health and wellness services are delivered.

Today, most individuals are experiencing a massive lack of continuity of care with isolated providers creating a barrier to progress. Anchor Wellness Center is different! It is a health collaborative grounded in evidence-informed, integrated care.

From revolutionary wellness and prevention programs to treating the bumps encountered while traveling through life, Dr. Crawford is determined to find the root cause to create better physical, mental and nutritional health. Her goal is to create a customized, transformative experience that empowers clients to optimize their health.

Morgan Angelique Owens

Morgan Angelique Owens

An entrepreneur powerhouse –Author, Consultant, Speaker, Brand Ambassador – Morgan uses her vision and voice to coach and uplift women and young girls by sharing the knowledge and expertise she's honed in the areas of physical and mental health, beauty, personal empowerment, and lifestyle content.

Morgan strives to empower individuals and businesses to invest in their futures and find their Sparkle.

In 2022, Morgan launched her self-titled talk show, The Morgan Angelique Show – a talk show focused on beauty, fashion and lifestyle aimed towards an often underserved and overlooked audience. The Morgan Angelique Show will not only inspire viewers but educate them in the fields of (but not limited to): beauty, fashion, health and wellness, financial literacy, and more.

For consultation regarding your event and to book a WISe keynote speaker, contact us at hello@wisewellnessguild.com.

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