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Tracy Haraksin Tracy Haraksin is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), and provides a unique opportunity to strategize for one’s success. She takes an uncommon approach towards helping her clients achieve long-term financial success. Much of the traditional financial plans and strategies utilized since the 80’s have failed the American public. Breaking away from this model, Tracy creates a personalized plan beginning with a thorough...

John Sovec John Sovec is a therapist, coach and counselor with a private practice in Pasadena California who works with clients on career transitions, goal setting, and motivation. He is the clinical consultant for The Life Group LA, adjunct faculty at Phillips Graduate Institute and guest lecturer at Alliant University and USC School of Social Work. He is also a member of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. John is the author of multiple publications, an internationally...

Chelsi Day Dr Chelsi Day is a Clinical and Sport Psychologist. Dr. Day was a diver at Miami University where the team won two MAC Championships during her time. Following her tenure as a Redhawk, she obtained a master’s degree in sport psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a master’s degree from Antioch University New England followed by a doctorate in clinical psychology from Antioch. Dr. Day specializes in mental health and performance enhancement services with...

Sakina Ibrahim Sakina Ibrahim is an author, entrepreneur and an NCAACP Image Award winner for her book, Big Words To Little Me. She knows the value she brings to the table and is not afraid to write about it. Sakina has spent over a decade studying and teaching dance all over the world. Her work centers on supporting girls and women in identifying, healing and creating new love-filled narratives for their lives through the arts and wellness. Sakina’s wellness company Stretch and Pray...

EJ Cutliff EJ Cutliff is a top-ranking sports marketing leader who drives multi-millions in new revenue. He has delivered at least double-digit percentage growth in every sales position throughout career. An expert in the business of sports marketing, EJ offers proven performance discovering sponsorship opportunities to create campaigns that elevate the brand. Specializing in creating strong relationships with major national brands, his reputation is for delivering custom, hard-hitting...

Dominic Militello Dominic Militello, a former Div 1 college and professional soccer player, is the Founder of Career Coaching for Athletes. After struggling for many years to find his new career identify after his professional athlete career, this was Dominic’s first attempt at entrepreneurship where he discovered a deep passion and determination to assist former athletes in career transition. He has interviewed and worked with some of the most prominent athletes in the world including:...

Randy Osei Randy Osei, born to immigrant parents in Canada, always had a true passion for the game of basketball. After a couple injuries derailed his hoop dreams, Randy traded in his jersey to work in sports marketing. Randy became the brand manager for a Top 5 pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. In 2015, Randy launched Rozaay Management a creative marketing and branding agency. Rozaay Management has grown into one of Canada’s most influential agencies, working with over 30+ brands, 60 media...

Adam Shapiro Adam Shapiro heads sports efforts at Subtext, a texting platform designed to help leagues, teams and athletes both current and former directly connect with fans and drive revenue. In his career, Adam has been a new technology innovator, former journalist and sports fan who believes, deep down, that Jim Boeheim can bring one more home before retiring. At least he hopes so. Connect with Adam on LinkedIn, Twitter About Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – the Protector of...

Shikha Tandon Shikha Tandon is currently the Director of Partnerships, Silicon Valley Exercise Analytics (SVEXA), and also serves on the Board of Directors for a non-profit organization, Bridges of Sports. She is an Olympian swimmer (represented India at the 2004 Athens Olympics), Arjuna Awardee, and won 37 International medals for India, 146 National medals, and created 75 National Records. Shikha holds a Master of Science in Biology, Master of Science in Biotechnology, and Bachelor of...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...

Fireball Sport Federation (“FXC”) is a new sport that reimagines equality, diversity, and inclusion. Max Bartoli co-founded FXC with his wife and later, sought the help of Mr. J. Darren Williams through his company, Eraslan Media to support in the promotion and international development of the sport. About Max Bartoli Max Bartoli is the Media producer for the World Bank Group in Washington DC and consultant of other private companies in Europe and US. He is the CEO and founder of MaXaM...

Jennifer L. Williams Jennifer Lynne Williams is the Chief Development Officer for the USA Basketball Foundation. In this role, she is responsible for all aspects of the USA Basketball Foundation, including developing a holistic fundraising platform to support various USA Basketball national team programs and youth and sport development initiatives. Named on Oct. 10, 2018, the director of intercollegiate athletics at Alabama State University, Williams previously served as Alabama State’s...

Micheal L. Jones Coach Jones is the head basketball coach at Pasco-Hernando State College. He is in his 9th year with a record of 93-136. In the 2015-2016 season, Coach Jones led his team to the Region 10 tournament. More recently, he led his team to win the Region 8 DDII Men’s Basketball Championship in 2020-2021. Moreover, Coach Jones earned his Doctorate degree in Sports Psychology and Performance. Aside from being Head Basketball coach, he is also a psychology professor, therapist,...

Dr. Matthew Raidbard On this episode, Dr. Matthew Raidbard discusses all things leadership, how to tap into yours and his new book with Sivonnia DeBarros, the protector of athletes. After obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in history and classical studies from Indiana University, Dr. Raidbard decided to pursue his dream of being a college basketball coach. His first college basketball coaching job was at Western New Mexico University, where in addition to coaching he completed his Master’s...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...

Jeff Christian Jeff is the CEO of C4 Leaders and co-host of Life’s Essential Ingredients podcast. C4 Leaders is a grassroots non-profit organization whose mission is to build community. 2021 will mark its rebranding of putting 100% of efforts into helping individuals, families, teams, and organizations ignite the greatness within. C4 Leaders is accomplishing this in two specific ways. First, they are putting on live events to help their guests experience the power of communication,...

Sivonnia DeBarros Sivonnia DeBarros – Protector of Athletes™ – is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, woman in business and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law with her J.D. in 2013, received a M.S. in Criminal Justice from Everest University in 2010, and her B.S. in Political Science from University of South Florida in 2008. DeBarros has represented pro athletes from the NFL, MLS, NBA-G League, and...