Author: Angel Tuccy

  • A CALL TO BELIEVE. A CALL TO UNITE.

    A CALL TO BELIEVE. A CALL TO UNITE.

    Blessed Fest Father’s Day Weekend Brings Hope, Healing, Music, and Unity to Minnesota

    FINLAYSON, MINNESOTA — This Father’s Day weekend, families from across Minnesota and beyond are invited to gather for Blessed Fest, a powerful celebration of faith, healing, restoration, and unity.

    Hosted by Sowing to Live Ministries, Elijah’s Path to Healing Foundation, and the Angels in the Arena movement, Blessed Fest is more than an event—it is a call for believers to come together as one body to bring hope to a hurting world.

    America is facing a crisis. Nearly 19.5 million children are growing up without a father in the home. Behind every statistic is a story, and for Tracy Giblaint, that story became deeply personal.

    When Tracy’s husband passed away, her son Elijah was only six years old. The pain and challenges of navigating life without a father inspired a mission that would eventually become Elijah’s Path to Healing Foundation—a ministry dedicated to helping the hurting discover hope, healing, and purpose.

    Today, Tracy and her husband Bobby Giblaint are turning their pain into purpose.

    Together they have launched ARISE and the Angels in the Arena Experiential Discipleship Program, a unique ministry designed to unite the Body of Christ through practical discipleship experiences, horse encounters, prayer, relationship, and biblical truth.

    “The hurting need those who are standing in truth to stand with them.”

    That simple belief has become the heartbeat behind their ministry.

    Through Angels in the Arena, participants experience powerful hands-on encounters that help reveal biblical principles of peace, trust, identity, and relationship with God. The ministry brings together churches, ministries, families, and communities to demonstrate what can happen when believers walk together in unity.

    Blessed Fest Father’s Day Weekend will feature nationally recognized Christian artists, worship, inspiring messages, family activities, ministry opportunities, and VIP Angels in the Arena experiences.

    General admission is FREE.

    VIP Experiences are available through Eventbrite registration.

    “This is a call to believe. A call to unite. We believe healing happens in relationship. The hurting need people willing to stand beside them, love them, and walk with them toward hope. Together we can make a difference for the fatherless, the widows, the hurting, and those searching for purpose.”

    EVENT DETAILS

    Blessed Fest Father’s Day Weekend
    Finlayson, Minnesota

    FREE Admission

    VIP Experiences Available Through Eventbrite

    Featuring:
    • Bobby and Tracy Giblaint
    • ARISE Book Launch
    • Angels in the Arena Experience
    • National Christian Music Artists
    • Family Activities
    • Prayer and Ministry
    • Opportunities to Unite and Serve

    ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONS

    Sowing to Live Ministries exists to unite lives and ministries to make a difference through discipleship, outreach, and community engagement.

    Elijah’s Path to Healing Foundation was established to bring hope and healing to those facing loss, hardship, and life’s greatest challenges.

    Together, these organizations are helping fulfill the Great Commission while demonstrating Pure Religion by serving the widows, the fatherless, and those in need.

    For more information visit:
    www.mastermybelief.life

  • AI Strategist and Grammy Nominee Carmen Skipworth Releases Groundbreaking AI Leadership Guide for Women

    AI Strategist and Grammy Nominee Carmen Skipworth Releases Groundbreaking AI Leadership Guide for Women

    The new book “Lead with Intelligence” provides a strategic roadmap that combines artificial intelligence with emotional intelligence to future-proof businesses.

    San Diego, CA – International speaker, AI strategist, and Grammy-nominated associate producer Carmen Skipworth has released a new book, Lead with Intelligence: A Woman’s Guide to Thriving in the Age of AI. The publication serves as a strategic roadmap for women leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs aiming to maintain visibility, relevance, and impact as artificial intelligence transforms global industries.

    The book bridges the gap between technological advancement and human leadership, combining practical AI applications with emotional intelligence and authentic leadership.

    “AI is not here to replace great leadership — it’s here to amplify it,” said Skipworth. “Women have a unique opportunity to lead the future with empathy, strategy, innovation, and intelligence. Many people fear AI because they don’t understand it. My goal is to simplify AI, make it accessible, and help people use it as a strategic partner for growth.”

    Core Topics Addressed in the Book:

    AI Leadership: Developing future-ready decision-making models.

    Emotional Intelligence: Maintaining humanity and empathy in the digital age.

    Ethical Adoption: Navigating responsible AI implementation.

    Personal Branding: Leveraging technology to elevate authority and visibility.

    Strategic Monetization: Teaching entrepreneurs how to scale revenue using AI.

    Business Efficiency: Utilizing practical AI tools for automation and growth.

    About Carmen Skipworth & Lead with Carmen

    Carmen Skipworth is a Grammy-nominated Associate Producer, international speaker, author, and global business strategist who has facilitated more than $200 million in business growth across markets in Hong Kong, London, and the United States. She is a contributor to the Forbes Business Council and the LA Tribune and hosts the podcast, AI Made Simple.

    Through her company, Lead with Carmen, she provides organizations and executives with digital transformation consulting, AI leadership training, and AI-powered book writing programs. Her mission is to ensure individuals and businesses are equipped to thrive during this major technological shift.

    Skipworth will be hosting upcoming book signing events in Michigan, Virginia, and California.

    For interviews, speaking engagements, media appearances, podcast guest opportunities, or corporate AI training inquiries, contact the organization below.

    Book a Call: https://tidycal.com/3og7qgd/discovery-call

    About Lead with Carmen: Lead with Carmen is an AI leadership and business strategy company founded by Carmen Skipworth. The company helps entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations harness artificial intelligence to increase visibility, automate operations, build authority, and scale impact. Through speaking, consulting, courses, coaching, and digital transformation strategies, Lead with Carmen empowers leaders to thrive in the age of AI.

  • WyzeTribe® Relaunches The WyzeCast™ Show with a New Era of Support for Those Who Crave a More Compassionate & Inclusive World

    WyzeTribe® Relaunches The WyzeCast™ Show with a New Era of Support for Those Who Crave a More Compassionate & Inclusive World

    After more than two years, the reimagined show returns with Wyze Guest Guides teaching powerful modalities — expanding awareness and opening new paths for those ready to find their better way

    BOSTON, MA — WyzeTribe®, a company dedicated to raising the collective vibration to compassion, has officially relaunched The WyzeCast™ Show — a reimagined podcast bringing Wyze Guest Guides and their expertise in modalities to anyone who yearns for more compassion in the world and anyone who feels, or wants to feel, uniquely themselves in a world that craves conformity.

    The return of The WyzeCast™ Show marks a significant milestone for WyzeTribe® and a natural next step in service of the Wyze Community — the sacred space WyzeTribe® launched in December 2024 to give heart-centered individuals a place to come together and be deeply seen, energetically supported, and lovingly guided in living authentically and sharing their unique gifts in the world.

    “If life feels hard, your tasks seem impossible, or you just don’t like the options laid out before you, I promise you there is a better way. The WyzeCast™ Show exists to expand your awareness of what’s possible so you might find your better way.”

    — Melanie McSally, Founder, WyzeTribe®

    A Return Rooted in Intention

    WyzeTribe® founder Melanie McSally stepped back from social media nearly four years ago — intentionally and put The WyzeCast™ Show on hiatus for more than two years. Melanie made a personal commitment not to return to any public-facing content until she could do so with meaning, purpose, and intention.

    Rather than push through, she turned inward — searching for what truly mattered. What emerged was a deepening clarity around two things: an abundance of compassion for people who feel marginalized, overlooked, or stuck, and a personal definition of fulfillment rooted in freedom and joy.

    In December 2024, McSally quietly launched the Wyze Community — an invitation-only space designed to give heart-centered people a safe, loving environment for upliftment and growth. Heading into 2026, she felt called to take the community to the next level — opening the doors wider and bringing what had been cultivated inside the community out into the world.

    “I told myself I would not return until I could do so with meaning, purpose, and intention. The community gave me that. Now it’s time to open the door wider.”

    — Melanie McSally, WyzeTribe®

    What The WyzeCast™ Show Brings

    The reimagined WyzeCast™ Show features Wyze Guest Guides — experts who share their knowledge in a specific modality—any non-conventional tool, practice, process, system, or way of BE-ing. The goal is to expand your awareness. Maybe one of these modalities will lead you to your better way — living the life you desire on your terms.

    Each episode is an invitation to learn and explore. The WyzeCast™ Show functions as an expansive, ever-growing resource — one where listeners are encouraged to take what resonates and leave what doesn’t.

    “If it doesn’t resonate, just walk away from it. It’s an abundant world. The goal is to expand your awareness of what’s possible.”

    — Melanie McSally, WyzeTribe®

    The show’s guiding belief — that the limits people experience are rooted in the beliefs they carry — sits at the heart of every conversation. Beliefs like “nothing worth having comes easy” or “you can’t have it all” are examined, questioned, and gently released. You might just be one belief away from having everything you want.

    The First of Many

    The WyzeCast™ Show relaunch marks the first in a series of exciting announcements from WyzeTribe® as the company brings a larger vision to life — a world where more people feel seen, heard, supported, and free to be and fully express themselves.

    WyzeTribe® invites anyone ready to find their better way to tune in, engage, and share The WyzeCast™ Show with those who need it most.

    The WyzeCast™ Show is currently available on YouTube and Spotify. To learn more, visit https://wyzecast.com. To stay up with the latest news from WyzeTribe®, visit https://wyzetribe.com

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    ABOUT WYZETRIBE®

    WyzeTribe® is a company dedicated to raising the collective vibration to compassion. Through its Wyze Community and The WyzeCast™ Show, WyzeTribe® holds space for heart-centered people ready to live fully and unapologetically as themselves — and through Wyze Technology, WyzeTribe® supports the entrepreneurs, business owners, and content creators within that community who are building something meaningful. WyzeTribe® is a registered trademark. https://wyzetribe.com

  • After Dying for 6½ Hours, Bobby Giblaint Launches ARISE at Blessed Fest

    After Dying for 6½ Hours, Bobby Giblaint Launches ARISE at Blessed Fest

    A powerful Father’s Day weekend experience featuring the Angels in the Arena Movement, live performances by Jason Gray and Brendan Brooks, Healing Has Come, VIP Horse Encounters, and a transformational message of hope, healing, and purpose with Bobby & Tracy Giblaint.

    Minneapolis, Minnesota – This Father’s Day Weekend at Blessed Fest, Bobby and Tracy Giblaint of Sowing to Live Ministries and Elijah’s Path to Healing Foundation are launching a powerful new transformational movement centered around healing, discipleship, unity, and becoming imitators of Christ through their groundbreaking new projects:

    The weekend promises to be more than a festival. It will be a life-changing encounter filled with worship, music, testimonies, healing, horses, and experiential discipleship designed to help people establish peace, restore a relationship with God, strengthen identity, and walk skillfully with the Holy Spirit.

    At the center of this extraordinary story is Bobby Giblaint himself, who died for approximately six and a half hours and was brought back to life. Since that experience, Bobby says he has “never been the same.” His life has become devoted to helping others encounter God, heal emotionally and spiritually, and discover their God-given purpose through a relationship with Christ.

    Alongside Bobby is his wife, Tracy Giblaint, whose own story carries a profound testimony of resilience, faith, and restoration. After enduring devastating trauma and loss as a widow raising her young son, Tracy encountered God’s healing power in the midst of overwhelming grief. Together, Bobby and Tracy now travel sharing a message of hope, peace, discipleship, and restoration to a hurting world.

    Their new movement, Angels in the Arena, was created after years of ministry, experiential work with horses, Biblical discipleship, and Holy Spirit-led encounters, all designed to help believers move from simply hearing the Word of God to becoming imitators of Christ in daily life.

    The movement is centered around a foundational truth:

    Peace literally means:

    “A harmonized relationship between God and man accomplished in the Gospels.”

    Through the Angels in the Arena discipleship pathway, Bobby and Tracy are calling believers back into unity with God and one another—helping restore the Body of Christ into healthy relationships, healing, identity, and purpose just as God, the Creator of the universe, originally designed.

    The launch will also feature Bobby’s new book:

    ARISE – a powerful call for believers to rise out of pain, fear, division, trauma, hopelessness, and spiritual stagnation into healing, wisdom, peace, purpose, and spiritual maturity.

    In addition, attendees will experience the unveiling of the Angels in the Arena transformational discipleship journey, which includes progressive steps focused on:

    • Peace
    • Trust
    • Relationship
    • Holy Spirit-Led Skill
    • And learning to soar in God-given talents and purpose

    The movement’s core message is:

    “Trust the Process.”

    Establishing. Strengthening. Practicing.

    Becoming Imitators of Christ.

    One of the most unique and powerful parts of the experience is the Holy Spirit-led Equestrian Fellowship Training, where participants encounter transformational lessons through interaction with horses led by the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

    Guests attending Blessed Fest will have the opportunity to participate in a special VIP experience featuring Bobby and Tracy’s horses:

    The Horses: Star and Ace.

    Each horse carries deep symbolic meaning connected to the ministry’s message.

    Ace represents UNITY

    —symbolizing the Body of Christ coming together as one in relationship, healing, and purpose.

    Star represents GUIDANCE

    —leading mankind back into a relationship with God and pointing people toward peace, identity, and restoration through Christ.

    These experiential horse encounters are designed to help people tangibly experience trust, peace, communication, healing, leadership, relationship, and emotional restoration in ways that words alone often cannot.

    Blessed Fest will also feature incredible live music throughout the weekend from nationally recognized Christian artist Jason Gray, alongside Brendan Brooks, who wrote and will perform:

    Healing Has Come

    —The official soundtrack connected to the Angels in the Arena movement.

    The collaboration of worship, music, testimony, horses, healing ministry, and experiential discipleship is creating an atmosphere where people can genuinely encounter God in fresh and transformative ways.

    Families, churches, leaders, veterans, parents, youth, and anyone searching for hope, healing, purpose, and a deeper relationship with God are invited to attend this unforgettable Father’s Day Weekend experience.

    What to Expect:

    • Meet Bobby and Tracy
    • Experience the horses Star and Ace
    • Hear powerful testimonies
    • Enjoy live music and worship
    • Encounter transformational ministry
    • Discover the ARISE book launch
    • And experience what it means to truly trust the process

    “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles.” — Isaiah 40:31

    This Father’s Day Weekend at Blessed Fest, healing has come.

    About Angels in the Arena

    Angels in the Arena is a transformational movement dedicated to helping people rise from pain into purpose through faith, healing, connection, and personal breakthrough experiences. Founded by Bobby and Tracy Giblaint, the movement creates powerful events, community experiences, and life-changing encounters designed to inspire hope, courage, and spiritual renewal.

    Through live events, worship experiences, healing encounters, equine-assisted connection experiences, and inspirational teaching, Angels in the Arena brings together individuals and families seeking restoration, identity, and a deeper sense of purpose. The organization’s mission is to remind people that no matter their past, setbacks, or struggles, they were created to ARISE.

    To learn more, visit Angels in the Arena or attend an upcoming transformational experience. http://www.SowingToLive.org

  • Media Firestorm Relaunches Under the Sole Ownership of Media Strategist Angel Tuccy

    Media Firestorm Relaunches Under the Sole Ownership of Media Strategist Angel Tuccy

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Media strategist, bestselling author, and podcast visibility expert Angel Tuccy has officially relaunched Media Firestorm as the company’s 100% owner and CEO, ushering in a renewed vision focused on helping entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, and coaches amplify their authority through podcast guesting, publishing, and strategic media visibility.

    Originally known for connecting experts with podcast hosts and media opportunities, Media Firestorm is entering a new era with expanded services, updated systems, and a stronger emphasis on helping clients become “micro-famous” to the audiences that matter most.

    “Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful podcast interviews and publishing can be when they’re paired with the right visibility strategy,” said Tuccy. “This relaunch represents a fresh chapter for Media Firestorm and a deeper commitment to helping our clients build trust, authority, and revenue through meaningful media exposure.”

    Tuccy brings more than 15 years of broadcasting and publicity experience to the company. A former award-winning radio host and the author of multiple bestselling books, she has conducted more than 5,000 interviews and built a global network of podcasters, media professionals, speakers, and entrepreneurs.

    Under Tuccy’s leadership, Media Firestorm will continue offering podcast booking services while expanding its focus on authority-building assets, media strategy, publishing support, and visibility coaching through its growing ecosystem of brands and communities.

    The company’s updated approach centers around helping clients:

    • Get booked consistently on podcasts
    • Leverage interviews into leads and sales
    • Build authority through publishing and media features
    • Create long-term visibility systems instead of relying solely on social media algorithms

    Media Firestorm also plans to host new training events, networking opportunities, and collaborative media campaigns designed to help experts increase their reach and credibility in competitive markets.

    “This isn’t just a relaunch of a company,” Tuccy added. “It’s a recommitment to the mission of helping great people stop being the best-kept secret in their industry.”

    To learn more about Media Firestorm or schedule a strategy call, visit www.NeedaGuest.com

  • Booked or Begging?

    Booked or Begging?

    The Brutal Truth About Podcast Visibility

    There’s a hard truth most entrepreneurs, coaches, authors, and experts don’t want to hear:

    Being qualified does not make you visible.

    And visibility?
    It’s no longer optional.

    We are living in an era where the people getting the opportunities are not always the smartest people in the room. They’re the people who know how to position themselves, communicate clearly, and stay consistently visible in the media conversations that matter.

    Podcasting has quietly become one of the most powerful authority-building tools of the decade. It’s today’s version of television appearances, magazine features, and speaking tours wrapped into one accessible platform. Yet thousands of experts are still sitting on the sidelines, wondering why they aren’t being invited onto shows.

    Meanwhile, someone with less experience, less credibility, and half the expertise is getting booked every single week.

    Why?

    Because podcast visibility is not about deserving attention.
    It’s about creating demand.

    That’s the part nobody talks about.

    Too many experts approach podcast guesting from a place of desperation instead of positioning. They pitch themselves with generic bios, vague topics, and uninspired messaging, hoping someone will “give them a chance.”

    Hosts can smell that energy instantly.

    The uncomfortable reality is this: podcast hosts are not looking for guests who need exposure. They are looking for guests who create value, spark conversations, entertain audiences, and elevate the quality of their show.

    If your pitch sounds like every other person begging for airtime, you become invisible.

    And invisibility is expensive.

    Every week you stay hidden, someone else is building audience trust. Someone else is becoming the recognized authority in your industry. Someone else is getting referrals, partnerships, clients, speaking invitations, and media attention that could have been yours.

    The marketplace rewards visibility.
    Not potential.

    The experts who consistently get booked understand something most people miss: podcast interviews are not about self-promotion. They are about transformation.

    The best guests don’t show up to impress people.
    They show up to move people.

    They tell compelling stories.
    They challenge outdated thinking.
    They make listeners feel smarter, stronger, clearer, or more inspired by the end of the conversation.

    That’s what gets remembered.

    And yet, so many experts are still hiding behind polished credentials and corporate language that strips all personality from their message.

    Safe doesn’t get shared.
    Safe doesn’t get booked.

    Podcasting rewards authenticity, bold perspectives, emotional connection, and clear positioning. The guests who dominate media opportunities are often the ones willing to say the thing others are too afraid to say.

    They have a point of view.

    In today’s media landscape, having expertise is no longer enough. Expertise without visibility is like owning a billboard in the middle of the desert. It may be brilliant, but if nobody sees it, it holds no marketplace power.

    The good news?
    This is fixable.

    You do not need millions of followers to become a sought-after guest. You do not need celebrity status, expensive PR agencies, or a perfectly curated brand.

    But you do need clarity.

    You need to know:

    • What conversations are you meant to lead
    • What transformation do you create
    • What makes your perspective different
    • Why audiences should care right now

    Most importantly, you need to stop waiting for permission to be seen.

    Many experts get stuck because they believe visibility is something earned after success. In reality, visibility is often what drives success in the first place.

    The entrepreneurs scaling the fastest today are not hiding behind websites, hoping people magically find them. They are actively placing themselves into conversations where trust is built at scale.

    And podcasts create trust faster than almost any other platform.

    Why?

    Because listeners spend 30 minutes to an hour with your voice in their ears. They hear your stories, your energy, your confidence, your humanity. In a world drowning in polished social media content, podcasts still feel personal.

    That intimacy builds authority but only if you use it strategically.

    The real question is no longer whether podcast visibility matters.

    The question is this:

    Are you building a brand that chases or attracts opportunities? Because there is a massive difference between being booked and begging.

    One comes from authority.
    The other comes from scarcity.

    And audiences can feel the difference immediately.

    The future belongs to the experts who are willing to become visible before they feel fully ready. The ones bold enough to own their voice, sharpen their message, and step into the conversations shaping their industry.

    Not someday.

    Now.


    Angel Tuccy is an award-winning speaker, media visibility strategist, radio host, and TV producer who helps entrepreneurs turn their expertise into influence. She is the creator of the Make Your Big Impact podcast and the Pod-licity network, connecting podcast hosts with expert guests worldwide. A 15-time bestselling author, Angel has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs publish books, secure media features, and build lasting visibility. During her decade in broadcasting, she hosted more than 2,500 broadcasts and conducted over 5,000 interviews. She is also the author of Author-licity, a guide to turning podcast appearances into a powerful publicity engine. www.VisibilityBeforeBreakfast.com

  • I Built a $1M Business in Board Shorts — Here’s What That Really Means

    I Built a $1M Business in Board Shorts — Here’s What That Really Means

    By Barry Bradham

    I didn’t build my business in a suit. I built it in board shorts.

    Not because I was trying to make a statement—but because I built something that didn’t require me to look busy to be successful and that’s where most entrepreneurs get it wrong.

    The Problem

    Most business owners think growth comes from:

    • Hiring more people
    • Working longer hours
    • Adding more tools

    What they actually build is complexity.

    More moving parts. More communication gaps. More dependency on people, and eventually… more stress.

    I know because I lived it.

    The Turning Point

    At one point, I had a full team… and no real systems. It felt like I was managing chaos all day.
    Every decision, every problem, every bottleneck came back to me.

    So I made a decision most people wouldn’t. I let the team go—and rebuilt the business around systems.

    Not people first. Structure first.

    The Lesson

    Here’s what changed everything:

    1. Systems replaced memory
    No more “Did someone follow up?”
    It was automated.

    2. Communication became centralized
    Everything lived in one place. No scattered texts, emails, or missed updates.

    3. Follow-up became predictable
    Leads didn’t fall through the cracks anymore.

    4. My role changed
    I stopped being the operator—and became the architect.

    What “Board Shorts” Really Means

    It’s not about lifestyle flexing.

    It’s about:

    • Freedom from chaos
    • Control without micromanaging
    • A business that runs whether you’re “on” or not

    That’s the real goal.

    Final Thought

    If your business only works when you’re working… You don’t have a business yet.

    You have a job with overhead.


    👉 If you want to see how I structure and automate businesses like this, go to:
    comewinwithme.com


    About Barry Bradham
    Barry Bradham is an entrepreneur, systems builder, and founder of multiple companies specializing in automation, digital infrastructure, and scalable business growth.
    Connect with Barry: https://comewinwithme.com

  • From Service to Success: How One Entrepreneur Program Is Helping Veterans Build Their Next Legacy

    From Service to Success: How One Entrepreneur Program Is Helping Veterans Build Their Next Legacy

    For many men and women who have served in the Armed Forces, leaving military life does not mean stepping away from leadership. In many ways, it is the beginning of a new mission.

    That transition, however, is not always simple.

    Years of service often produce extraordinary leaders—individuals who know how to make decisions under pressure, lead teams through uncertainty, and stay committed to a mission bigger than themselves. Yet when it comes to entrepreneurship, even the most accomplished professionals can find themselves facing an entirely new battlefield.

    That is exactly where Powerteam International saw an opportunity.

    For more than two decades, the organization has been helping entrepreneurs build successful companies, scale their businesses, and create lasting wealth. Now, with a renewed focus on supporting those who have served our country, Powerteam International is expanding its impact through the Rainmaker Summit, a business development program designed specifically to help former military professionals—and high-level executives—transition into entrepreneurship with confidence.

    The mission is simple: take proven leaders and give them the business blueprint, mentorship, and capital connections they need to succeed in the private sector.

    At the heart of the Rainmaker Summit is a philosophy built on Real Experience. Real Strategies. Real Results.

    Unlike traditional business courses that focus only on theory, this program connects participants with entrepreneurs who have actually built, scaled, and exited companies. These are leaders who have been through the challenges of business ownership and are now sharing the lessons they learned along the way.

    But the summit is about more than education.

    Participants are immersed in a powerful network of mentors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs—people who understand what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. For many veterans and transitioning executives, that community can be the difference between feeling isolated and feeling equipped.

    Perhaps one of the most unique aspects of the Rainmaker Summit is its emphasis on access to capital.

    Many aspiring entrepreneurs have the vision, work ethic, and leadership skills to succeed, but funding is often the biggest roadblock. The summit helps bridge that gap by connecting participants with venture funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and growth resources that can accelerate their journey from startup to scale.

    Powerteam International describes the program as more than business education—it is a movement centered around Future, Freedom, and Business.

    For veterans ready to apply their discipline, resilience, and leadership in a new arena, the Rainmaker Summit offers something powerful: not just a next step, but a next mission.

    Enrollment is now open for upcoming sessions. Those interested can text “SUCCESS” to 26786 or visit RainmakerSummit360.com to learn more.

    About Powerteam International

    Founded by America’s Small Business Coach, Bill Walsh, Powerteam International has become a global force in entrepreneurial education, business coaching, and venture development. From startups to billion-dollar enterprises, the organization has helped leaders around the world create new opportunities, scale their companies, and build lasting impact.

  • 5th Annual Family Matters Mega Summit to Address Global Impact of West Asia Conflict

    5th Annual Family Matters Mega Summit to Address Global Impact of West Asia Conflict

    Fort Lauderdale, FL – The fifth annual Family Matters Mega Summit will be held on May 13, 2026, to coincide with the United Nations International Day of Families. This year’s virtual event, broadcast live from Yerevan, Armenia, will feature dozens of global experts and youth leaders who will focus on the current conflict in West Asia and its long-term effects on family structures worldwide.

    The summit, which runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. PDT, serves as a global platform for parents, educators, and community leaders. Discussions will span a wide array of topics, including health, relationships, education, family finance, and child development, with a specific lens on maintaining community stability during geopolitical unrest.

    “Supporting families locally can eradicate poverty, oppression, and violence globally within one generation,” said Dr. Ali Lankerani, founder of Foundation for Optimal Beginnings Nonprofit and the summit’s primary organizer.

    This year’s speaker lineup includes prominent family advocates Raymond Comeau, Patrice Porter, Mindy Green, Raja Vaidya, Kristina Heagh-Avritt, and Keynote Speaker Dr. Hoda Hosseini. A centerpiece of the event will be a field report by Dr. Lankerani on the status of displaced refugee families in West Asia, followed by constructive dialogue on solutions.

    Over its five-year history, the Mega Summit has established a track record of addressing timely humanitarian issues. Previous summits have raised funds for Ukrainian families through UNICEF, highlighted female leadership in the Middle East, and raised awareness on the effects of deglobalization on food security and sustainability.

    The 2026 event is open to the public, including parents, grandparents, and nonprofit organizations. Admission is free, though 100% of donations collected during the broadcast will benefit the Foundation for Optimal Beginnings, a nonprofit dedicated to human potential and generational opportunity.

    Registration and speaker information are available at https://www.rolemodelmaker.com/fm-2026

    About Dr. Ali Lankerani: 

    Dr. Ali Lankerani, known as Dr. L, is a physician, an advisor to the United Nations, & a family advocate focused on optimizing children’s performance.

    As the founder of Role Model Maker International & Executive Director of the Foundation for Optimal Beginnings, Dr. L is an inspirational speaker, an award-winning entrepreneur, and a member of the UNICEF Leadership Circle.

    Dr. L is an international bestselling author, a published researcher, and has been voted twice as one of America’s Top Doctors. He focuses on youth empowerment, capacity-building for experts who serve families, & UN Sustainable Development Goals for partnership and peace, to implement preventive policies against poverty, supporting marginalized groups and people at risk.

    About Foundation for Optimal Beginnings™:

    At  FFOB, we believe every person deserves the chance to thrive. By partnering with local communities, we develop sustainable solutions that unlock human potential, transform lives, and create generational opportunities for the youth and their families. Addressing the next generation’s physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs, we aim to eradicate poverty & facilitate peace & justice. To learn more, visit: rolemodelmaker.com/international

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-lankerani

    Website: http://www.rolemodelmaker.com

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoctorLankerani

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RoleModelMakerMeetUp: https://bit.ly/amazing-parents-network

  • From Service to Success: New Program Provides Post-Service Professionals with Capital and Mentorship

    From Service to Success: New Program Provides Post-Service Professionals with Capital and Mentorship

    Chicago, IL — Powerteam International announced the launch of the Rainmaker Summit entrepreneur success program today, focused on helping former members of our Armed Forces launch and build a successful business. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between specialized service-based leadership and the private sector by providing a structured pathway for launching, scaling, and funding new business ventures.

    Powerteam International has been offering this program for over 20 years. They are now focused on helping individuals in the Armed Forces who would like to start and build a successful business after serving our country. The Rainmaker Summit is built on the philosophy of “Real Experience, Real Strategies, and Real Results.” The program addresses the unique challenges faced by high-level professionals exiting the military or corporate C-suites—individuals who possess significant leadership experience but may lack the specific “blueprint” required to navigate the modern entrepreneurial landscape.

    “The Rainmaker Summit gives entrepreneurs and business owners the tools, network, and strategies to build legacy and wealth,” the organization stated. “This is the next mission for those ready to lead in a new capacity.”

    The summit’s curriculum focuses on three core pillars of business development:

    • Proven Business Blueprint: Participants learn step-by-step strategies from successful entrepreneurs who have built, scaled, and exited multiple businesses.
    • Powerful Network & Mentorship: The program provides direct access to high-level mentors, industry leaders, and a community of driven, like-minded entrepreneurs.
    • Funding & Growth Opportunities: A key differentiator of the summit is the focus on capital, offering participants access to venture funding, capital resources, and strategic partnerships to accelerate business growth.

    As a movement dedicated to fostering “Future, Freedom, and Business,” the Rainmaker Summit is currently accepting enrollments for its upcoming sessions. Prospective attendees can obtain more information by texting the keyword “SUCCESS” to 26786 or by visiting the official program website at www.RainmakerSummit360.com

    Powerteam International continues to expand its mission of providing world-class business education and venture opportunities to professionals globally. By targeting the intersection of military discipline and executive leadership, the Rainmaker Summit seeks to empower the next generation of industry-leading CEOs.

    About Powerteam InternationalPowerteam International is a global leader in success education, offering corporate and entrepreneurial training programs, venture funding, and business coaching. Founded by America’s Small Business Coach, Bill Walsh, PTI helps companies—from startups to billion-dollar firms—create new market opportunities and accelerate growth. Learn more at www.ipowerteam.com.