CJ Johnson is an acclaimed Content Creator and Startup Advisor, successfully servicing small businesses to Fortune 50 clients, worldwide and a prominent digital influencer with hundreds of thousands of online supporters. CJ is best known for creating successful influencer marketing campaigns as both a Content Creator and as a Consultant. Listed as one of the “Top Creators To Watch” and “Rising Voices in Media”, he uses his voice for creative storytelling to provide inspiration, industry insights, and work/life balance tips for emerging generations. As an advisor, CJ specializes in digital brand strategy, creative campaigns, influencer marketing, future of work, diversity & inclusion, and trend forecasting. His work focuses on the following industries: technology, fashion, lifestyle, social, entertainment, and travel. Currently, he continues to service his clients while also being an active board member of various social organizations and tech startups. When he isn’t working he’s enjoying life as a #girldad and cherishing the small moments with his family, friends, and community.

Nick Schacht is a highly experienced executive with more than three decades of experience in professional services, education,  and corporate learning and development.  He has a history of driving product innovation, growth and profitability and he has led organizations operating worldwide. 

Nick is Chief Commercial Officer for SHRM, the world’s largest HR professional society. Before joining SHRM, Nick was the founder and CEO of KnowCyber, a learning and development company focused on improving the cybersecurity-related skills of people in all types of organizations worldwide. Prior to KnowCyber, Nick was President and Chief Operating Officer for PetroSkills, a provider of training and development services to the worldwide petroleum industry.  Prior to that, he was CEO and President of Learning Tree International, a publicly traded provider of IT and management learning and development.  Nick was also the President of Global Learning Systems, a start-up focused on e-Learning and digital content.  He served in a variety of capacities at ESI International, culminating in his role as President when ESI was sold to the Institute for International Research (IIR) and then as Group President for the Americas for IIR.  He has been a Research Fellow at the Logistics Management Institute, and began his career as a U.S. Navy Supply Officer, on the headquarters staff of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. 

Nick graduated with honors from the U.S. Naval Academy, and holds Master’s degrees in Administration from the University of Maryland University College, and Information Systems Technology from The George Washington University.

Isaac Agbeshie-Noye hails from Hyattsville, MD. As a proud son, brother, uncle, and friend, he is most excited about the opportunities to build a culture of equity and innovation in research and education that centers access and justice in its design. Professionally, Isaac has been working in education for over 10 years in a variety of roles across non-profits and colleges and universities in the Washington, DC area.  

His experience includes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and strategy, college student transition, talent developent, and crisis management. Since 2012, he has also served as an instructor for undergraduate and doctoral student seminars, where he explores his passions for easing student transitions to and through their experiences with and in higher education.  

Isaac earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Virginia, as well as a master’s and doctoral degree in higher education administration from George Washington University. His research investigates organizational culture and brand equity at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). 

At 18, Daniel pioneered the first youth-led America’s Promise effort in Pittsburgh under Retired General Colin Powell, landing him a seat on the national board of directors and recognition from President George W. Bush. Daniel has 20+ years of experience working in the business and nonprofit sectors, fueled by his commitment to increasing others’ access to relationships and growth opportunities. 

At CoLabL, Daniel is working at the intersection of talent development and community building, creating and facilitating brand, relationship and skill-building experiences that support existing and future talent. 

He has worked with brands including Starbucks, Nike, Apple and LinkedIn, schools, nonprofits and government agencies. Daniel has served on boards including City Year DC, Community Foundation of the National Capital Region, Team Kids, and Greater Pittsburgh Nonprofit Partnership. Named one of Pittsburgh’s 40 Under 40 Honorees, Daniel has facilitated hundreds of training experiences, published articles on Forbes.com, and authored Tell Me I Can’t…and I Will.  

Scott Lesnick is a sought-after global leadership keynote speaker. He presents powerful keynotes and interactive sessions at 30+ events a year and is an author. Also, Scott earned his CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation from the National Speakers Association. Only 12% of speakers world-wide have this designation! Scott is also a Certified Virtual Presenter.

Scott recently presented at TEDx. And, he’s run the equivalent of 2X around the planet. That’s 50,000 miles! In addition, Scott spent 24 award-winning years leading sales teams at Shaw Industries, a Berkshire Hathaway Fortune 500 company.

Scott served as the Academy Dean for Professional Speakers and the National Speakers Association. He is a graduate of The University of Miami, Florida. His memoir, Kidjacked – A Father’s Story and his book Lifejacked: Life Lessons on Leadership were published to critical acclaim.

Kenston Henderson Sr., CSP, is the founder and CEO of Live With Lyfe, LLC, a premier training and development company. A TEDx Signature Speaker, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and certified John Maxwell Leadership Trainer, Kenston brings over 20 years of expertise in Human Resources and personal development. His powerful presentations have reached audiences across 40+ U.S. states and around the globe. Kenston is also an Amazon bestselling author, accomplished musician, and a devoted husband and father, dedicated to living out the values he inspires in others.