Speakers Series

Beth Nimmo is the mother of Rachel Scott… the first student murdered at Columbine High School. Mrs. Nimmo is the author of “Rachel’s Tears”. Photo: Mrs. Beth Nimmo Speaking on “Triumph Over Tragedy” on November 2, 2003 at St. Genevieve…

Melinda White, Transit Wireless CEO, NYC, lets us in on the powerful perspective of her boss and mentor Maggie Wilderotter, a rare female Chairman of a Fortune Five Hundred company and one of the most influential business leaders in America.…

When you talk about Hines Ward, you are talking about perhaps the greatest wide receiver in Steelers’ history and certainly the best blocking wide receiver in NFL history. If you have any doubts, let’s go over his accomplishments: he owns…

Born without legs, one would think Jen Bricker would be destined for a life of hardship. However, the hand of destiny brought her an amazing adoptive family, who gave her one simple rule, “Never say can’t” and helped her forge…

Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz is a career officer of the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs. Prior to his arrival in Los Angeles on 28 July 2016, he served as Vice Consul then Consul at the Philippine Consulate General…

In November 2013, Dr. Vivian was honored for his vision and leadership in the fight for justice when he was awarded this Nation’s highest civilian honor—The Presidential Medal of Freedom. Among his many leadership roles, he has served on the…

In November 2013, Dr. Vivian was honored for his vision and leadership in the fight for justice when he was awarded this Nation’s highest civilian honor—The Presidential Medal of Freedom.  Among his many leadership roles, he has served on the…

Little Flower is my life’s dream. A tiny café on the edge of town, it’s where we gather to prepare and eat fresh, delicious food, drink strong coffee, listen to great music, and surround ourselves with art, neighbors, friends, and…

COLIN O’BRADY WAS BORN IN OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON ON MARCH 16, 1985. THE SON OF AN EAGLE SCOUT, COLIN SPENT HIS CHILDHOOD EXPLORING THE WILDERNESS OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST WITH HIS FAMILY. HE LEARNED ABOUT HEALTHY LIVING FROM HIS FATHER, AN…

Monica E. Pinedo (formerly Barajas) From 2011 – 2015, Monica E. Pinedo served as the Special Operations Administrator for the Family Violence Operations Division of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. Monica has a diverse community focused background, with over…