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AMI Montessori Leader Shaping the Future of Education and Founder of 'Jacaranda Tree' Montessori School.
She is the creator of The Montessori Notebook, a popular online resource that offers guidance and inspiration for parents and educators.
Simone has worked with families for over a decade, helping them incorporate Montessori principles into daily life.
Simone is passionate about empowering families to trust their children's capabilities and nurture their independence through a respectful, hands-on learning approach.
Alyssa Blask Campbell, M.Ed., is the CEO and founder of Seed & Sew and a globally recognized expert in emotional development.
With a master’s degree in early childhood education, Alyssa has dedicated her career to advancing the field of emotional intelligence through speaking engagements, workshops, and consulting.
Her approach blends research-backed methods with practical applications to empower educators and parents in fostering emotional intelligence in children.
A high-performance coach, author, and founder of the 90-Day Year program.
With over two decades of experience, he has helped elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals achieve their goals through mindset development and strategic execution.
Todd’s bestselling book, The Alter Ego Effect, teaches how to unlock peak performance by creating a powerful alter ego. He is also the author of My Super Me, a children's book designed to foster confidence and courage.
His work has impacted over 200,000 professionals globally.
Tia holds a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, is certified in Positive Discipline and has worked with kids and families for over 17 years.
She is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method, where she works with parents to teach them positive ways to decrease the daily struggles to build a strong parent/child connection.
She helps parents navigate challenges like tantrums, bedtime battles, and defiance through positive discipline strategies.
Patrick is the Lead Trainer at All About Parenting, a global parenting organisation helping parents in over 30 countries.
He runs 150 live workshops and masterclasses for parents a year and is the author of both children’s and adult’s books.
He is also a certified practitioner of DIR Floortime for neurodiverse children.
Elaine Taylor-Klaus is a leading expert in the ADHD field and co-founder of Impact Parents, the first virtual coaching and training resource for parents of complex kids.
With over 20 years of experience, she has presented at major parenting conferences worldwide and served as a parent advisor to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Elaine is the author of several influential books, including the award-winning Parenting ADHD Now and The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids, both of which have received high praise.
Her work continues to empower parents and improve the lives of children all around the globe.
A renowned clinical psychologist and a leading advocate for conscious parenting, received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University.
Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients.
She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe.
She has written six books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family.
A leading expert in conscious parenting and the co-creator of the Guidance Approach to Parenting, which equips parents with conflict-resolution skills to foster better communication with their children.
Through her popular TEDx talks, workshops, and her work with the Conscious Parenting Revolution, Katherine has inspired thousands globally.
Her approach emphasizes collaboration, mutual respect, and minimizing misunderstandings in family dynamics.
Katherine’s insights have reached parents, educators, and professionals across cultures, transforming relationships and promoting emotional healing.
A Parent Coach, Speaker, Author, and a Master Certified Life Coach From the World-Renowned INSEAD Institute.
With a background in neuroscience, mindfulness, and child development, she supports parents in transforming everyday challenges into meaningful connections.
Mary, a mom of four daughters, also holds an MBA from INSEAD and is a Certified Positive Discipline Expert.
She provides one-on-one coaching and frequently speaks for schools and parent groups to help families thrive under pressure.
A clinical counselor, author, and Faculty Member at the Renowned Neufeld Institute.
She specializes in child development, focusing on relational and attachment-based approaches to parenting.
She emphasizes the importance of safe, secure relationships as the foundation for child development.
Her work has significantly influenced parents and professionals alike, providing a deeper understanding of children's emotional and developmental needs.
An author, speaker, and parent coach with a deep passion for supporting parents of highly sensitive children.
Melissa has the unique ability to articulate the inner world of high-spirited youngsters and gives parents step-by-step strategies to eliminate power struggles and inspire kindness, cooperation and responsibility.
She is a respected expert in the field of Highly Sensitive Children and brings clarity, personal experience and compassion for parents raising HSCs so they can thrive in a de-sensitized world.
A licensed marriage and family therapist and the founder of ScreamFree Parenting, a movement aimed at helping parents create calm, connected families.
With nearly three decades of experience, Hal has focused on using conflict as a tool for problem-solving, particularly within family dynamics.
His approach has transformed the way parents interact with their kids, emphasizing self-control and reducing stress.
He has spoken at numerous global events and is widely recognized for his contributions to family dynamics.
David Taylor-Klaus is a certified coach, speaker, and mentor with a passion for transforming lives.
Co-founder of Touchstone Coaching alongside his wife, Elaine, David specializes in helping entrepreneurs and high-performing executives reconnect with their families and redefine life/work balance.
As an engaging speaker and author, his work focuses on fostering intentional living and leadership within families and organisations.
Susan Pollak, Ed.D., is a clinical psychologist and co-founder of the Center for Mindfulness and Compassion at Harvard Medical School, where she has taught and supervised since the 1990s.
A leading expert in mindfulness, she integrates meditation into psychotherapy and focuses on fostering self-compassion in parents.
Author of Self-Compassion for Parents: Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself, Susan has also co-authored Sitting Together. She is a sought-after speaker, blending decades of experience with practical tools to inspire and empower families worldwide.
A leading parenting coach leveraging his expertise in sports psychology and mental coaching to support families.
With a Ph.D. in physical education and over 16 years of coaching experience, Jure has guided more than 1,000 clients, applying strategies from high-performance coaching to help parents foster resilience and emotional balance in their families.
Jure’s work emphasizes emotional maturity, stress relief, and creating harmonious family dynamics using innovative techniques like the AEQ method.
His insights inspire parents to build stronger connections with their children while thriving in their own personal growth journeys.
A family coach and the founder of Parenting Modern Teens, a coaching business that helps parents strengthen their relationships with their children, especially teens.
With over 25 years of experience, Sean provides practical tools and strategies to address common family struggles like communication issues, screen addiction, and behavior challenges.
He also hosts a popular podcast and offers one-on-one coaching.
Sean is dedicated to empowering families, helping them create harmony and build lasting connections.
A certified Conscious Parenting Coach specializing in supporting parents of adolescents.
With over three decades of experience raising five children, Kim empowers parents to create intentional, compassionate relationships with their children, focusing on guidance rather than control.
She offers a digital TV show and has a strong presence on social media, guiding parents towards healthier, more functional family dynamics.
Dr. Laura Markham is a clinical psychologist and author of the best-selling Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Book Series who has coached thousands of parents all over the world.
She earned her PhD in clinical psychology at Columbia University and has worked as a parenting coach with countless families across the world.
Her aspiration is to change the world, one child at a time, by supporting parents.
She has helped thousands of parents implement non-punitive, relationship-oriented parenting strategies.
Child and family therapist, international speaker, founder of Connected Parenting, and best-selling author, who shares a powerful parenting model rooted in the neurobiology of love.
She frequently shares her expertise through the Connected Parenting podcast and has appeared on numerous shows and publications, offering advice grounded in neurobiology and compassion.
Her approach guides parents through modern challenges, by using compassion and empathy as a powerful medicine to transform challenging behaviors and build children’s emotional resilience.
A licensed therapist, bestselling author, and educator with over 17 years of experience in relational trauma treatment.
She is the founder of Attachment Labs and is known for her work helping individuals and families build secure, attachment-based relationships.
Eli is also a best-selling author, combining attachment theory with practical parenting strategies to foster emotional regulation, empathy, and resilience in children.
In addition to her clinical work, she offers online courses, in-person retreats, and is a sought-after speaker on topics of attachment and parenting.
The founder of Teach Through Love, an initiative that empowers parents and educators with tools for trauma-informed, non-punitive parenting.
She is the creator of the Conscious Communication Cards and the host of Teachable Moments, a YouTube series focused on conscious parenting and emotional intelligence.
Lori’s work emphasizes empathy and mindful communication to strengthen family relationships and resolve conflicts.
Through her courses, workshops, and digital content, she helps families create compassionate, healthy connections.
A nationally acclaimed children’s author, educator, and parenting expert.
With a background in school counselling, she has published nearly 100 children’s books addressing character and social development, inspiring kids to become lifelong problem-solvers.
Her engaging storytelling empowers children with practical tools for communication and emotional growth.
Julia frequently presents at schools and global conferences, offering valuable insights for parents, educators, and counselors.
A pediatrician with over 30 years of experience and a renowned authority on parenting, teens, and children’s health.
She is the best-selling author of Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters and The Ten Habits of Happy Mothers.
As the host of the Parenting Great Kids podcast, Dr. Meeker provides practical advice to help families thrive.
She is also the founder of The Strong Parent Project, an online community supporting parents worldwide.
Dr. Victoria Dunckley is an award-winning integrative child psychiatrist and screen time expert dedicated to helping children reach their maximum potential.
As the award-winning author of Reset Your Child’s Brain—a transformative book now published in 11 languages—Dr. Dunckley has made a lasting impact on families worldwide.
Recognized as one of America's Top Psychiatrists by the Consumers Research Council of America, she has received the Patient's Choice and Compassionate Doctor awards.
Her insights have been featured in major media outlets, including Psychology Today, CNN, and Good Morning America, establishing her as a leading voice in child mental health.
A bestselling author, columnist, and cultural researcher specializing in Danish parenting.
Her book The Danish Way of Parenting has been published in over 33 countries, exploring how Denmark’s parenting style contributes to the happiness and well-being of children.
Jessica's work has been featured in top media outlets such as The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
She is a sought-after speaker on parenting, leadership, and well-being, having worked with global organizations like LEGO.
CEO and Founder of Sekuva, where she helps parents and caretakers protect their kids online by focusing on creating safe spaces and fostering connections.
She has taught thousands of people online security & safety and has delivered keynotes on the subject.
She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and is currently serving on the Forbes board for the Under 30 community, and has been named Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2020.
Her work has empowered many families to better protect their children in the digital world.
An award-winning Emotional Intelligence expert, international speaker, and author of the best-selling book From Chaos to Connection.
She founded Let's Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids, a global community of over 90,000 parents, and hosts the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting podcast.
Stephanie co-founded the Chaos to Connection and Delight in Parenting conferences, and her work has earned recognition from prestigious organizations like Ausmumpreneur.
Her work focuses on transforming family dynamics through emotional understanding and connection, empowering parents to raise children who are emotionally resilient and self-aware.
A trained, trauma-informed facilitator and the Director of Programming for Culture Reframed, focusing on expanding, developing, and ensuring high quality, comprehensive, impactful programming for parents and adults who are influential in children’s and teens’ lives.
She has a doctorate in Sociology, and has been researching, writing, educating, and presenting about pornography and violence for over 20 years.
The Screentime Consultant, works with parents, schools, and organizations to bring her tech-intentional approach to as many people as possible.
Emily's book "The Screentime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family" is an Amazon bestseller and available everywhere books are sold.
Trevor Muir is an educator, author, and speaker whose work has inspired over 30 million viewers through his engaging videos, TEDx Talks, and transformational classroom strategies.
As the author of The Epic Classroom and The Collaborative Classroom, he empowers educators to create meaningful, story-driven, and project-based learning experiences.
With over a decade of classroom experience, Trevor specializes in connecting curriculum to real-world applications, fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students.
A dynamic keynote speaker, Trevor has captivated audiences worldwide, sharing his vision for classrooms that not only educate but also inspire and transform.
Meghan Donevan is the research director at Talita, a Swedish organization supporting women exploited in prostitution, pornography, and human trafficking for sexual exploitation.
She is also a PhD candidate at Umeå University, focusing on the experiences of individuals filmed for pornography.
Meghan has contributed significantly to the Swedish governmental inquiry into the protection and care of individuals exploited in pornography, influencing proposals for legislation and policy.
By highlighting the experiences of those exploited in pornography, Meghan continues to shift public discourse, contributing to greater societal awareness and recognition of the harms associated with pornography production.
Daniel Principe is a passionate youth advocate and educator dedicated to empowering young men to challenge societal norms and become courageous, respectful, and empathetic individuals.
Having presented to tens of thousands of young people in every Australian state and territory, Daniel is no stranger to the complex challenges that our distracted digital world presents in adolescence.
With a focus on fostering healthy relationships and resilience, Daniel partners with schools and communities to promote positive values and guide young men toward becoming their best selves.
He has reached over 60,000 students and worked with 275+ schools across the country.
An award-winning middle school teacher, best-selling author, international speaker, and filmmaker.
He is the author of The Ultimate Guide to Raising Teens and Tweens and the children's book Mya McLure, The Brave Science Girl: The Toad Cave.
Haddad was named “Teacher of the Year” in his Connecticut school district and has served as a Teacher-Ambassador for Public Education in Connecticut.
A Fund for Teachers Fellow, he is also a finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
Dr. Robert Brooks is a leading clinical psychologist with 45 years of experience.
Known for his engaging and practical approach, he has positively impacted thousands and authored 21 influential books.
As a dedicated member of CHADD’s Professional Advisory Board, he was inducted into their Hall of Fame for his significant contributions to the ADHD community.
Currently, Dr. Brooks shares his expertise at Harvard Medical School, shaping the future of mental health professionals.
A clinical psychologist, consultant, author of 20 books and faculty member at Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Willard has extensive experience working with individuals and families, and he specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders.
He has delivered workshops in over 30 countries, including TEDx talks. His work has also been featured in major outlets like The New York Times and CNN.
Working with numerous schools and organizations, he helps them implement mindfulness-based programs that enhance emotional regulation, resilience, and performance.
An award-winning social skills educator and a renowned speaker, with over 2,500 presentations to his name.
He specializes in teaching emotional resilience and the Golden Rule to youth, helping them navigate aggression, bullying, and peer interactions.
His approach, which has reached over 150 million people through videos translated into 20 languages, empowers students to manage their emotions and treat others kindly.
Dr. Gibbs is also an author, whose work has made a significant impact on schools and communities globally.
An international mindfulness educator, speaker, author, awakened living coach, and parenting guide with over 20 years of experience working with families.
As a founder of Mindful Compass, she is dedicated to providing skills to enhance resilience, compassion, and well-being.
An internationally acclaimed speaker, consultant, and author specializing in parenting, teaching, school discipline, and nonviolent conflict resolution.
Her bestselling books, including Kids Are Worth It! and The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander, offer practical and compassionate insights for raising responsible and resilient children.
With over four decades of experience, Barbara has been featured on major platforms like Oprah and CNN and speaks globally, empowering families to navigate challenges and foster a positive environment.
Ashley Bendiksen is a nationally acclaimed speaker, award-winning advocate, and survivor expert specializing in abuse prevention and personal empowerment.
As the founder of The Blue Hearts Project, she raises awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault while providing resources and hope to survivors worldwide.
With over a decade of experience, Ashley combines her lived experiences with extensive expertise in trauma recovery, resilience building, and leadership development.
Her powerful storytelling and actionable insights have inspired audiences at schools, conferences, and organizations across the globe, making her a leading voice in fostering awareness, empathy, and prevention.
Kathleen Hema is an international sex education expert and advocate, trusted by parents in over 80 countries to help them navigate conversations about sexual health and relationships with confidence.
As the creator of Top Talks, she provides practical, evidence-based resources and tools that empower families to create open, age-appropriate dialogues about this essential topic.
Kathleen specializes in breaking down barriers to communication, fostering trust, and guiding parents through every stage of their child’s development.
Her approachable style and expertise have made her a leading voice in helping families create safe, informed spaces for discussions about sex and relationships.
Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart is a pediatric psychologist, parenting coach, and sought-after speaker dedicated to helping families navigate the challenges of modern parenting with confidence and compassion.
As the founder of A New Day Pediatric Psychology, she specializes in providing evidence-based support for children, teens, and parents facing behavioral and emotional challenges.
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Lockhart integrates her expertise in child development, cultural sensitivity, and family dynamics to empower parents with practical tools and strategies for fostering healthy relationships.
Ned Johnson is a leading expert in academic coaching, author, and speaker dedicated to helping parents and students navigate the challenges of academic achievement and mental well-being.
As the co-author of The Self-Driven Child and founder of PrepMatters, Ned specializes in empowering families to foster a growth mindset, reduce stress, and build resilience in children and teens.
With over 20 years of experience in educational psychology and coaching, Ned offers valuable strategies that help students take ownership of their learning, manage anxiety, and thrive academically.
Ned has inspired audiences at conferences, schools, and workshops nationwide, sharing his expertise on parenting, motivation, and creating a balanced approach to education and life.
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