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[SaaS & AI Series] AI Disruption and the New Future of SaaS With Kevin Surace
Kevin Surace is the CEO and CTO at Appvance, a company that provides AI-native software quality assurance and autonomous testing solutions for enterprise applications. He is also Chair of Token, bringing decades of experience as a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, inventor, and futurist. Recognized as the father of the AI virtual assistant, Kevin has led multiple technology companies, earned broad recognition, includingbeing named Inc. Magazine Entrepreneur of the Year, and holds dozens of patents. He speaks globally on generative AI, automation, innovation, enterprise software quality, and the future of work.
[Top Agency & SaaS Series] Critical Balance of Human Connection and AI with Dr. Amy Osmond Cook
Dr. Amy Osmond Cook, is the Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Fullcast, an AI-native go-to-market platform that helps companies align strategy with revenue execution. A seasoned marketing executive, she has led high-growth companies like Simplus, PathologyWatch, and Onboard from Series A to acquisition. Dr. Cook founded Stage Marketing, a successful full-funnel marketing firm, and has a PhD in Communication from the University of Utah. She is a recognized thought leader in business and healthcare marketing and has taught at ASU, BYU, and the University of Utah.
[Swim Series] Custom Swim Goggles Powered by Innovation With Rasmus Barfred
Rasmus Barfred is the Co-founder of THEMAGIC5, a company redefining athletic gear through custom-fit products powered by 3D scanning and robotic technology. He has helped grow the company into a global brand, securing investment on Shark Tank and expanding its reach worldwide. Building on this technology, he also helped launch Vayu Sleep, which applies custom-fit solutions to CPAP masks for sleep apnea patients. With a background in entrepreneurship, he focuses on scaling innovation across sports and healthcare.
[SaaS & AI Series] Smarter Way To Turn Meetings Into Outcomes With Artem Koren
Artem Koren is the Co-founder & Chief Product Officer at Sembly AI, a company that develops AI-powered meeting intelligence technology, transforming conversations into structured insights and actionable data. He leads product vision and innovation, building tools that help organizations capture knowledge, automate workflows, and improve collaboration. With a background in systems engineering, enterprise consulting, and product leadership, he has held roles at EY and Visual Trading Systems and co-founded earlier ventures. Artem focuses on advancing human-AI collaboration by creating intelligent systems that enhance decision-making and productivity.
[Top Agency & SaaS Series] New Rules of Growth in an AI-Driven World With Solomon Thimothy
Solomon Thimothy is the CEO and Co-founder of Clickx, a marketing intelligence platform for brands and marketers to plan, execute, and measure all their online marketing campaigns. He is also the Co-founder of OneIMS, a leading inbound marketing and sales agency driving measurable results across industries. With nearly two decades of experience, Solomon is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling author known for applying 10X strategies to help businesses scale leads and revenue efficiently. He is passionate about helping companies leverage AI to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Why Most Brands Fail and How to Build One That Wins With Mark Rampolla
Mark Rampolla is the Co-founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, a private equity firm that invests in and supports purpose-driven consumer brands focused on health, wellness, and sustainability. He is a visionary entrepreneur and investor who works closely with founders to scale impactful businesses and build enduring companies. Mark is also the Founder and former CEO of ZICO Coconut Water, having pioneered the global coconut water category and led the company through its acquisition by The Coca-Cola Company. He later reacquired ZICO and continues to play a leadership role in shaping its growth and strategy.
[Top Software & Resource Series] What Leaders Rely on to Grow and Scale
Philip Hill is the CEO and President of Purebred Marketing. The Atlanta-based marketing agency creates digital marketing strategies and provides services such as SEO, web design and development, and email marketing. Philip is an avid dog lover and launched his first business in the pet space while attending the University of Alabama.
Sherrie Sokolowski is the Owner of SLS Event Planning and Consulting, a company dedicated to creating seamless, personalized events through thoughtful planning, creative vision, and detail-oriented execution. She has managed high-profile events, including Funnel Hacking Live, and has worked with industry leaders like Russell Brunson and Bill Glazer, producing sold-out experiences for audiences of up to 7,000 attendees.
Richard Jacobs is the Founder of Speakeasy Marketing, a company focused on building meaningful connections through podcasting and curiosity-driven conversations. He has conducted over 4,000 interviews with experts, executives, and innovators, creating opportunities for collaborations, lasting relationships, and ventures such as organizing a Bitcoin conference.
[SaaS Series] Turning Crisis Into Opportunity Every Time With Adam Miller
Adam Miller is the Founder and former CEO of Cornerstone OnDemand, a Los Angeles–based leader in cloud talent management software. He grew the company from a startup in his apartment into a $5 billion public company with over 3,000 employees, while also helping build Team Rubicon into a 170,000-volunteer global disaster response organization. Adam is also the Founder of Better Angels, tackling homelessness in LA, and LA-Tech.org, which has delivered over 2,000 internships to underserved youth since 2021. Known for his “player-coach” leadership style, he’s spent his career solving complex challenges at scale — and is now running for Mayor of Los Angeles.
From Practice to Performance With Hinrik Jósafat Atlason & Paul Burani
Hinrik Jósafat Atlason is the Founder and CEO of Atlas Primer, an AI-powered platform designed to unlock human potential through conversational learning and real-world practice. Under his leadership, Atlas Primer has grown into a globally recognized edtech and AI company, earning placement among Time Magazine’s top 250 edtech companies. Before founding Atlas Primer, Hinrik worked as a lecturer, where he identified gaps in traditional learning methods.
Paul Burani is the Co-founder and CRO of Atlas Primer, an AI-powered platform designed to unlock human potential through conversational learning and real-world practice. He is a seasoned revenue leader with over two decades of experience in sales, marketing, and go-to-market strategy. Prior to Atlas Primer, Paul held leadership roles at companies like Google, Foursquare, and Udacity and founded multiple ventures, including Mission Flywheel.
[SaaS Series] From Rejected Intern To Acquiring the Company With Tomas Milar
Tomas Milar is the Founder and CEO of Eqvista, an equity management and valuation platform that helps private companies manage ownership and understand their value. He is focused on bringing transparency to private markets by building infrastructure that enables dynamic, real-time pricing for private company equity — capabilities traditionally limited to public markets. Under his leadership, Eqvista has experienced rapid growth, serving over 23,000 companies and managing assets exceeding $270 billion. Beyond Eqvista, Tomas also founded Cheqly, a neobank for startups, as part of his broader vision to create an integrated financial ecosystem.
