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Jim Brown has spent a lifetime challenging conventional paths — and proving that principled, selfish choices lead to the most fulfilling ones. A former Air Force pilot turned investment strategist, Jim has successfully navigated multiple high-stakes career shifts — from commercial aviation to Wall Street, from asset management to the Ayn Rand Institute — each one guided by independent judgment and rational values. Now the author of A Black Hole in Economics: Money Creation and Its Consequences, a clear, accessible guide to one of the most misunderstood forces in modern life, his work helps readers grasp where money really comes from — and why it matters. In this rare opportunity, you'll hear how one man built — and rebuilt — his life, always on his own terms. Whether you're contemplating a major shift, questioning your current path, or simply seeking a fresh intellectual perspective, Jim's story offers proof that it's never too late to choose a better direction.

Jonathan Hoenig is a seasoned investor, author, and media commentator with over 25 years of success in the financial markets. He is the founder and portfolio manager at Capitalistpig Hedge Fund LLC, a private investment partnership he has run since 2000. Jonathan brings real-world expertise to investing, combining sharp market insight with the principles of Ayn Rand's philosophy. A long-time panellist on FOX News Channel's top-rated Cashin' In, Jonathan is a regular contributor to national media and has written for the Wall Street Journal Europe, Wired, SmartMoney.com, and more. His most recent book, Price is Primary, offers a wealth of philosophical insights on understanding markets, building and managing investment portfolios, evaluating what political system is needed and developing steps to ensure a safe financial future. At the conference, Jonathan leads coaching sessions on investing, sharing invaluable insights into current market trends and revealing some of the closely guarded techniques that have fueled his long and prosperous career.

Marnye Langer is a senior executive within the Langer Equestrian Group, a multifaceted equestrian enterprise whose activities span horse show management, insurance, consulting, media, and facility operations. The organization has played a significant role in the development of equestrian sport and business in the United States since the early 1970s. A lifelong horsewoman and the daughter of a professional horseman, Marnye brings both practical industry experience and business leadership to the equestrian world. She is a USEF "R" rated judge for Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation, and holds professional insurance designations including Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Agribusiness and Farm Insurance Specialist (AFIS). She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Davis and later completed an Executive MBA. Under her leadership, LEGIS Equine has grown into a leading equine-focused insurance agency serving horse owners, trainers, and equestrian businesses across the United States. She has also been actively involved in equestrian governance and nonprofit work, including serving as President of the Los Angeles Hunter Jumper Association and as a director of the USHJA Foundation.

Binh Dang co-founded MeridianLink in 2000. Under his leadership, the company grew to over 350 employees—without relying on debt or outside funding—before being acquired by a private equity firm in 2018. Binh Dang is the CEO and Co-founder of Quest for Justice. Operating under valid principles brings success — operating under invalid principles, or none at all, leads to harm. Binh's work at Quest for Justice puts this conviction into practice, applying principled thinking to the pursuit of justice and individual rights.

John Cerasuolo is a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and former nuclear propulsion engineer who built a 20+ year career leading and scaling service businesses. As President and CEO of ADS Security (2008–2020), he grew the company into one of the largest security firms in the country. He now leads Leap Partners, a Nashville-based home-services acquisition group he co-founded, which has completed 34 acquisitions across the Southeast in four years.

Brian Cross spent over two decades (2001–2022) as VP of Corporate Tax at Skechers USA, where he built the company's tax department from scratch into an 8-person team and drove its effective tax rate down from 39.5% to 17.8% over his tenure. His experience spans international and domestic tax planning, compliance, audit defense, transfer pricing, and intercompany accounting for a publicly traded company. Earlier in his career, he was a Tax Manager at KPMG and a Senior Tax Accountant at Arthur Andersen, giving him both Big 4/Big 8 firm training and two decades of in-house corporate leadership.

Dr. Haresh Sampathkumar is a physician and entrepreneur who has built his career around helping people regain independence and creating organizations that make better care possible. He is the founder and president of Delaware NeuroRehab, a multidisciplinary rehabilitation practice with three locations in Delaware, and co-founder of JH Rehabilitation in Chennai, India. He is also developing a 60 bedded, residential brain injury neurorehabilitation program in Delaware. Board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Brain Injury Medicine, Haresh brings firsthand experience navigating the transition from clinician to business owner and organizational leader. His work spans building teams, developing services, delegating effectively, and balancing patient care with the demands of a growing business. He serves on the board of the Center for Modern Health, reflecting his interest in patient autonomy, physician independence, and healthcare policy. Haresh is especially interested in helping clinicians and aspiring entrepreneurs think independently, clarify what they want to build, and turn ideas into practical next steps. His perspective is grounded in building healthcare organizations in two countries and continually learning how to lead, improve systems, and create meaningful value. Suggested mentoring topics - Moving from clinician to practice owner or organizational leader - Building multidisciplinary teams and deciding what to delegate - Turning a healthcare service idea into a practical business plan - Balancing professional purpose with the realities of running a business