Contributors

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Gary Pageau

Gary Pageau is the editor in chief and podcast host of the Dead Pixels  Society.  He is the
principal of InfoCircle LLC, a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development, and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education, and corporate relations department.

http://www.garypageau.com

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Barry LaBov

Barry LaBov is the founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing Communications and Training. He is a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year recipient and an inductee into the Entrepreneur of the Year Hall of Fame. He is also a Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics recipient. Under his leadership, LABOV Marketing Communications and Training has received the Indiana Growth 100 Award six times, was named Small Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana. Additionally, LABOV’s client work has been honored with nearly 100 national and regional awards.

http://www.barrylabov.com

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Dave Castro

David Castro is a serial tech entrepreneur and founder. Before IceBrekr, he co-founded and exited a healthcare software company, a data analytics consulting company, and piloted a unique data analytics boot camp that has produced a handful of emerging leaders in the data analytics space in Nashville. His software company Visualize Health, was acquired by ShareCare Corporation, notably owned by WebMD creator Jeff Arnold, and presidential nominee Dr Mehmet Oz.

Castro’s current startup IceBrekr, is driven by the belief that the life we are dreaming of is built through the connections we make. IceBrekr’s goal is to make it easier for professionals to make the connections that matter. IceBrekr will empower you to connect with ideal contacts wherever those ideal connections are gathering.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidaaroncastro/

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DJ Sprague

Duane “DJ” Sprague is a conversion rate expert, a Certified Behavioral Design Coach by the Online Influence Institute, and a certified expert by the Behavioral Design Academy, the Mindworx Academy, and the Interaction Design Institute. As CMO of a billion-dollar national franchise, he leveraged the power of social proof and online reviews to improve SEO and accelerate growth, as he developed and managed a comprehensive online reputation management strategy that spanned nearly 200 websites. He has written for Forbes, Small Biz Daily, and several industry trade magazines, contributed to several books and university course packs, and is quoted in the Los Angeles Times as a subject matter expert. He holds a master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communication and has received the 1st Place Gold Award in a global integrated marketing competition. Duane is the CMO of Shopper Approved, where he works with thousands of ecommerce websites to improve their SEO and CRO.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanesprague/
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Enzo Val Derme

Currently based in Milan, Enzo Val Derme has worked in the photographic industry for over 20 years. His work has been published in Vanity Fair, l’Uomo Vogue, Vogue Sport, Panorama, Marie Claire, Glamour, GQ, Gioia, Grazia, Flair, Amica, D di Repubblica, l’Espresso, The Times, Madame Figaro, Elle, Class, Max and many other magazines.

He is an Italian photographer, editorial and commercial shooter inspired by the magic of people. He enjoys shooting interior design, still life and vegan food too, but his passion definitely lies in creating impactful images of people.

https://www.enzodalverme.com/

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Gary C. Laney

Gary C. Laney is CEO of Success Masters, author, and serial entrepreneur of 20+ businesses. Industries include business networking, online media, e-commerce, and intellectual property. A dynamic speaker, Laney has been recognized as a top presenter, motivating tens of thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and salespeople. Prior to his entrepreneurial run, Laneyspent 25 years as an executive in corporate high-tech and commercial publishing. He is known for his ability to turn around businesses and create dramatic revenue growth. Laney has a triple major MBA from Northwestern Kellogg in finance, marketing, and policy.

https://garyclaney.com/
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Heather Crowder

Heather Crowder has worked with thousands of people in her nearly 20 years as a professional photographer and brings her modern and relaxed approach to everyone she photographs.

Whether it’s creating captivating headshots for professionals who want to stand out from the crowd, documenting a family’s most memorable moments, or bringing her fresh approach to school pictures, Heather promises to deliver unforgettable images and have fun in the process.

In addition to photographing clients, Heather has made her mark among photographers as a leader, speaker and educator in headshot photography, child & family portraits, school photography and business.  She’s also the founder and owner of The Lightbox Studio: an innovative, natural-light creative space located in the heart of Annapolis’s Arts District. 

https://www.heathercrowder.com/

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Henrik Müller-Hansen

Henrik Müller-Hansen and his team launched Optimalprint in 2007. As Optimalprint grew so did the idea on how to improve the profitability and efficiency within the printing industry. This led to the launch of Gelato in August 2012.


Previously, Müller-Hansen worked at Tele2, a telco challenging the traditional industry. Henrik held positions such as CEO-assistant and Head of the Business Customer Area in Sweden. From 2003 to 2006 he was CEO of Tele2 Norway, growing the company from 1.5 billion NOK to 3.2 billion NOK.


Müller-Hansen has an M.Sc.E; Major in Managerial Economics from Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrikmullerhansen/

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Peter Mohr

Mohr is the Host of the Business Owner Breakthrough Podcast

Mohr is a Kolbe Certified™ working with individuals and teams.

Mohr has been a Certified Business Made Simple Coach for several years.

He has been a business owner my entire life.

He has owned and operated businesses in service, trades and retail. I have operated franchise and independent businesses and fully understand the ups and downs of both systems.

https://simplifyingentrepreneurship.com/

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Scott Bourne

Scott Bourne is an acclaimed American photographer, author, educator, and entrepreneur known for his wildlife and bird photography. With more than four decades of experience, Bourne has built a reputation for capturing stunning images that showcase the beauty and intricacies of the natural world, particularly birds in their natural habitats. He is a founding member of Photofocus, a popular online resource for photographers, and has authored multiple books and articles on photography techniques, business, and visual storytelling. Bourne is also a recognized speaker and instructor, regularly sharing his expertise through workshops, seminars, and photography conferences. His work emphasizes the importance of patience, passion, and a deep understanding of both the art and science of photography.

http://www.scottbourne.com

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Zaid Ammari

Zaid Ammari is an accomplished digital marketing specialist with more than 10 years of experience in the digital advertising industry. He has worked with various companies, including E Factor Media, Quigley-Simpson, and Placements Media, where he held similar roles, focusing on digital marketing and analytics. Zaid has extensive experience in managing Google Analytics, AdWords, and social media campaigns for small and independent businesses.


In 2014, Ammari founded PPC Masterminds, a Los Angeles-based company that helps businesses grow revenue through data-driven digital marketing, specifically focusing on PPC, SEO, and proven data-driven strategies.

https://ppcmasterminds.com/

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