Who We Are
Meet the World Changers from Global2Local—visionaries who
inspire and empower you to LIVE2LEAD.
Let their expertise inspire you to take bold steps toward your goals
and unlock your full potential.
About Your Host
An accomplished communications professional and subject matter expert with a passion for helping people. For Kristan connection is essential. Her confidence is a side-product of proven high-level leadership experience and knowledge.
Kristan Getsy
About your G2L Host
Kristan began as a journalist—curious, questioning, searching for truth through television, radio, and print. With boots on the ground, she learned. As a broadcast television anchor and reporter, a published photojournalist, and a news director, she grew. With accolades from her peers and a love for the challenge, she quickly logged more than a decade in “the business.”
She wanted more—to do more—to serve more. As CEO of her own creative agency, she did. Kristan founded Life’s Eyes Media, an award-winning, multi-media production and consulting company. That’s a mouthful—and a heart full—of humility and gratitude for the success of her second decade in this fulfilling field.
She’s never met a stranger. As a wife, mother, public speaker, serial entrepreneur, publisher, and author—she’s currently working on a new book, “The Cussing Christian”—connection is essential. It’s essential as she’s growing two non-profit organizations. One benefits children with special needs, Seeds of Glory Farm. The other assists women in daunting socioeconomic environments, Cultivating Women. And, in her third professional decade, there’s no greater privilege.
Speaker Bios
John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than 30 million books in fifty languages. He has been identified as the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association® and the most influential leadership expert in the world by Business Insider and Inc. magazine. He is the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, organizations that have trained millions of leaders from every country of the world. A recipient of the Horatio Alger Award, as well as the Mother Teresa Prize for Global Peace and Leadership from the Luminary Leadership Network, Dr. Maxwell speaks each year to Fortune 500 companies, presidents of nations, and many of the world’s top business leaders. He can be followed at Twitter.com/JohnCMaxwell. For more information about him visit JohnMaxwell.com.
John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than 30 million books in fifty languages. He has been identified as the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association® and the most influential leadership expert in the world by Business Insider and Inc. magazine. He is the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, organizations that have trained millions of leaders from every country of the world. A recipient of the Horatio Alger Award, as well as the Mother Teresa Prize for Global Peace and Leadership from the Luminary Leadership Network, Dr. Maxwell speaks each year to Fortune 500 companies, presidents of nations, and many of the world’s top business leaders. He can be followed at Twitter.com/JohnCMaxwell. For more information about him visit JohnMaxwell.com.
Jesse Cole
Jesse is the creator of Banana Ball and founder of Fans First Entertainment, who owns and operates the Savannah Bananas, Party Animals & Firefighters. Jesse's teams have welcomed more than 2 million fans to their ballpark and have been featured on MSNBC, CBS Sunday Morning, Access Hollywood, HBO Real Sports, CNN, and ESPN.
The Savannah Bananas currently have sold out every game since the first season and have a wait list for tickets that's over 2 million.
Cole is an in-demand speaker and author of Fans First, Change the Game, Break the Rules & Create an Unforgettable Experience, "Banana Ball," and "Find Your Yellow Tux - How to Be Successful by Standing Out," and "
Cole believes to be successful you need to Stand Out and Be Different. He releases blogs and videos regularly on LinkedIn. He is passionate about creating attention, loving your customers more than your product and loving your employees more than your customers. Cole's mantra is "Whatever's normal, do the exact opposite."
Anthony Trucks
Anthony Trucks is a CEO, speaker, author, and identity shift coach who helps people upgrade how they operate to be, do, and have more. With over a decade of experience in running his own company, formerly Identity Shift now Dark Work, he has developed a proven method to help individuals and organizations achieve their full potential by shifting their identity to reach peak performance.
Anthony's journey from foster care to the NFL, to successful business owner and media personality, has inspired thousands of people to overcome their challenges and pursue their dreams. He is the author of Trust Your Hustle, a book that shares his personal story and insights on how to create a life of purpose and fulfillment. He is also a regular contributor to major publications and podcasts, and a sought-after speaker on topics such as identity, leadership, and motivation.
Michael Junior
ADDING LAUGHTER TO YOUR LIFE AND LIFE TO YOUR LAUGHTER.
Exceptionally gifted at combining story with thought-provoking life principles, Michael Jr. exhibits what it means to be a comedic thought leader. Using comedy and dynamic storytelling, he brings laughter and encouragement to audiences all over the world as he inspires audiences to discover and activate their purpose.
This unique skill set has landed him on stages like The Tonight Show on NBC, TEDx Talks, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. You can find him in Sony Pictures’ feature film War Room, as well as starring roles in Selfie Dad, Laughing On Purpose and More Than Funny.
Tiffany Bova
Ranked for the last six years in the Top 50 Business Thinkers in the world by Thinkers50, Tiffani Bova is a thought leader who Forbes says “reshapes our perception of growth.”
As both a practitioner and academic she offers a unique perspective and has helped lead the tech industry through several evolutions over her nearly 30-year career as Salesforce’s former Growth and Innovation Evangelist, and previously as a Research Fellow at Gartner and a sales, marketing and customer service executive for start-ups and Fortune 500 companies. She is the author of two Wall Street Journal bestsellers:
GrowthIQ and The Experience Mindset. At The Futurum Group, she runs the research and strategy organization, while working closely with the entire leadership team to develop and scale its data and intelligence platform and insights for its clients. She also leads the team’s efforts within the technology and telecom channels, demonstrating the power and performance of connected go-to-market strategies and alliances.
Ana Sasmiresan
I am a Romanian-American executive leader, speaker and business coach, dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve their fullest potential through strong leadership, strategic insight, and community engagement.
As a Vice President at Randstad, I lead a team that supports business growth by connecting companies to key talent in South and North Florida.
I am the Founder and CLO at Transformation Through Conversations, a Pompano Beach based personal and leadership development company, and I host "The Values Room" Podcast. I created a leadership jewelry line to deposit belief, encourage personal growth and inspire you to unleash your inner brilliance because “WE ALL HAVE A DIAMOND INSIDE”!
As an Executive Program Leader with Maxwell Leadership, I organize the Live2Lead Pompano Beach conference, and I am committed to promoting caring leadership, values alignment, and dignity.
My mission is to raise the leadership level in the world through personal growth by unlocking potential and building purpose. My guiding belief is: "We all have a diamond inside, but it only shines if we are willing to polish it."
Chaunté Lowe, the world-renowned high jumper lives to conquer barriers, racking up 4 Olympic Games Appearances, 3 Global Championship medals, 3 American records, and several global accolades. Many are surprised to learn that she achieved most ofthese accomplishments while also holding the title of “mother of three.”
Valorie Burton, is a life strategist, and international speaker, and is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology – the study of what happens when things go right with us. Her company provides coaching, coach training, and resilience training and has served clients in all 50 states and 20 countries on six continents. Since 1999, she has written 13 books translated into multiple languages, including Let Go of the Guilt, It's About Time, and Successful Women Think Differently.
G2L TEAM
Michael Kessling, Jr.
Michael first heard about financial planning at the dinner table growing up and on weekends at the office. He is now continuing the legacy and sharing his father’s wisdom with the next generation of clients. Michael received a B.A. in History from Northern Kentucky University and is a graduate of Highlands High School in Fort Thomas.
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An avid golfer, Michael is an active member of several boards including Northern Kentucky University’s Go Norse Fund, Greater Cincinnati Golf Association and Seeds of Glory.
Michael resides in Highland Heights with his wife, Betsey. He is adding a new perspective to the Kessling Financial Group. He takes pride in communicating with people and allowing them to express their personal and financial goals
Lynn Ondrovic
Experienced facilitator and coach for business and non-profits. Encouraging you to discover and take your next step for career or personal growth.
Lynn is passionate about encouraging people to become all they were made to be. Her positive attitude, energy, perseverance, and partnering has helped many people become and do more than they thought they could. Lynn utilizes coaching, facilitation, and training development skills learned during her thirty years of working in fortune 500 corporations and with non-profits
Jessica Remole
Jessica Remole was born in Cincinnati and after living in multiple US cities and Germany as an Army brat, her family settled back in the tri-state 35 years ago. She now resides in Independence, Kentucky with her husband Brian, only a few miles from her daughter Cynthia and 2 beautiful grandsons. Jessica has been an advertising and marketing professional for the past 23 years and attended Northern Kentucky University for Radio and Television Broadcasting from 1994-1998. She just celebrated 10 years with Valpak – the famous blue envelope that comes in the mail and is an active member of the Referrals R’ Us Chapter of BNI.
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Jessica has a true passion for helping local business owners craft their message to grow their businesses. When she isn’t building marketing strategies or developing ad content for her clients, she enjoys volunteering for her church, spending time outdoors, with her family and traveling.
Emily McNamara
Passionate about embracing a balanced lifestyle where enjoyment and health go hand in hand, Emily McNamara stands out as a dedicated advocate for transformative, sustainable change in daily habits. Rejecting the traditional diet mindset, Emily focuses on educating others about the power of making simple, meaningful adjustments tailored to individual needs and preferences. With an emphasis on finding joy in food, Emily inspires clients to relish their favorite meals—tacos, pizza, and beyond—while cultivating a healthier, more energetic life.
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By prioritizing personalized guidance and accountability, Emily empowers clients to discover "just one thing" each day that aligns with their unique body type and lifestyle goals. This approach not only supports maintaining an ideal weight but also enhances overall well-being, fostering a love for life without sacrifice. Emily's philosophy is rooted in the belief that a fulfilling life should include both nourishing choices and indulgent pleasures, ultimately leading to a healthier, more vibrant existence.
Angie Dodge
With a clear purpose focused on helping others, Angie Dodge has dedicated over 17 years to refining the art of assistance as an Executive Assistant. Renowned for maximizing efficiency, Angie accomplishes tasks in mere minutes that might take others hours, earning a reputation as the go-to problem solver among former colleagues. Driven by a passion for restoring time to busy individuals, Angie founded Moxie Virtual Solutions, a venture redefining how small businesses approach hiring and utilizing assistants.
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Through Moxie Virtual Solutions, Angie Dodge aims to revolutionize the small business landscape by offering personalized and efficient support solutions. By disrupting traditional assistant roles, Angie empowers businesses to focus on what they do best, while expertly handling the duties that can be delegated. With a commitment to excellence and a keen understanding of clients' needs, Angie is not just an assistant, but a valued partner in business success.
Jeff Loy
For more than 2 decades, Jeff’s work ambition found roots in all things logistics… Imports, Exports, LTL, FTL, Air Freight, Ground Expedites and Warehousing. His depth of experience and camaraderie works effectively inside the walls of his office, with his team, and outside the walls with his clients and contractors.
Jeff believes his community matters. He’s an active member of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and various local community organizations such as Addiction Services Council, Master Provisions and TenFe.
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He is a lucky man to be married to Sarah Loy and is a proud father to a grown son, Braedan and daughter, Emma.
Yvan Desmothenes
With over two decades of experience in the sales sector, specializing in technology, application, and system software, as well as consulting services and retail, Yvan Demosthenes has established a formidable reputation as a top-producing sales executive. Known for delivering consistent results in enterprise software and consulting services sales, Yvan excels at cultivating strategic relationships and expanding the customer base. This seasoned professional brings robust sales management expertise, adeptly crafting business plans, orchestrating day-to-day operations, and enhancing customer relations to drive success.
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A highly creative and self-motivated leader, Yvan possesses a deep knowledge of technology solutions, enabling effective collaboration across sales, marketing, consulting, and business development organizations. With a knack for conceptualizing and implementing innovative ideas, Yvan skillfully analyzes challenges and develops impactful value-based solutions. As a dependable team leader, Yvan builds cooperative, productive environments while consistently achieving outstanding results.
Alice Frazier
Alice Frazier helps leaders fuel growth with strategies that unlock collective wisdom and power. She is the current CEO for AFA Associates, a business building consultancy providing marketing, engagement and project management services to businesses, non-profits, individuals, and groups who wish to expand and grow.
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Through AFA she has connected hundreds of businesses with their ‘right’ audiences to fuel and sustain growth. She has a framework that allows ‘all to get on board and fuel achievement.’ For more than ten years she has led workshops and mastermind groups for awakening consciousness, new thought and have transformation. Prior to AFA, she led new product innovation and brand expansions for Fortune 500 companies to enter new markets and solidify category/sector leadership.
Dr. Angela Crawford
As Chief Marketing Officer and Consulting Partner with Leadership Acceleration, Dr. Angela Crawford has extensive experience in helping people and organizations grow. She has spent over twenty years in senior level roles with Fortune 500 companies, supporting financial services, healthcare, technology, education, and retail.
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Beginning her career in operations and then leading sales, marketing, customer experience and research, she also started a consulting firm focused on executive coaching and improving customer and employee experiences simultaneously. Dr. Crawford graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a BBA in Marketing and Management, holds an MBA from Cleveland State University, and earned her PhD from Case Western Reserve University where her research on igniting passion within employees was recently published in the Journal of Service Research. She is also certified in Coaching, Cultural Intelligence, Mindfulness, and Strengths. She has three grown children (Serena, Hunter, and Alexis), son-in-law (Zack) and lives with her husband of 27 years, Jason, and her dog Maverick and cat Cowboy.
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