Deryl McKissack is Chairwoman and CEO of McKissack & McKissack, an architectural, engineering, program and construction firm managing over $15 billion in projects nationwide. During the past 25 years under her leadership, McKissack & McKissack has managed such landmark projects as the new Museum of African-American History and Culture on the National Mall, MGM National Harbor Casino, and the Navy Pier Centennial projects in Chicago; it also served as the architectural firm of record for the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C.

As a licensed engineer and registered project management professional, Deryl McKissack is part of the fifth generation of her family to work in the design and construction field. McKissack & McKissack is the outgrowth of the nation’s oldest African-American architectural firm and traces its beginnings to Moses McKissack, a master builder who was also a slave.

By the age of six, Deryl was drafting architectural drawings under her father’s tutelage. After graduating from Howard University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering, she worked at Turner Construction and Dames & Moore; while at these firms, she honed her experience in field work, business development, and construction management.

In 1990, with a shoestring budget of $1,000 and a business plan crafted with help from a mentor at her alma mater, Deryl started McKissack & McKissack. Of that formative time, she remembers, “What got me through was a whole lot of passion.”

Through Deryl’s guidance and vision, McKissack & McKissack has grown to 170 employees, with offices in Baltimore; Chicago; Dallas; Los Angeles; Miami; and Washington, D.C. The firm is ranked by Engineering News Record as one of the top Construction Management For-Fee firms in the nation and by the Washington Business Journal as one of the top 25 design firms in the metropolitan Washington area.

Ms. Amy Braley Franck began her career as a Department of the Army Civilian in July of 2013 as a Victim Advocate and has held the position of Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Sexual Assault Program Manager for a 2- and 3-star Army Service Component Commands. Ms. Braley Franck has been identified on two separate occasions as a Whistleblower for her actions to protect her clients, as a catalyst for change. Ms. Braley Franck holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Business from the University of Maryland. Ms. Braley Franck is credentialed through NOVA D-SCAAP as Level IV Military Advocate. She is a certified Child Abuse Investigator and Nationally certified Forensic Interviewer, conducting interviews for local law enforcement, Army CID, FBI and Homeland Security and has been tendered an expert witness in Child Molestation and Abuse hearings.

Ms. Braley Franck is certified to instruct law enforcement on the response and investigation of crimes against children to include child molestation and sex trafficking. She has successfully completed the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Advanced Sexual Assault Investigation course.

Ms. Braley Franck has investigated allegations of sexual abuse for the State of Georgia. Designated as a Special ' attached to the Governor's Drug Task Force and high-profile investigations implicating public figures and organized crime. She served on the accreditation board of The Governor's Office of Georgia for Child Advocacy Centers, to ensure program standards and compliance.

Ms. Braley Franck pioneered and managed the first Tele-Medicine Model Child Advocacy center in Columbus, Georgia through a partnership created with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. She previously worked with the Child Abuse Specialists at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta providing professional development instruction to medical providers on recognizing and responding to child abuse and maltreatment.

Ms. Braley Franck has been successful in writing grants for funding programs, developing and managing budgets and supervising reporting requirements. She has also been recognized by GEN Ray Odierno serving on his Sexual Assault Advisory Board and GEN Mark Milley in her Strategic Plan addressing Sexual Assault and Harassment. In 2015, her efforts championed to open the first Sexual Assault Resource Center in Italy under the leadership and support of LTG Darryl Williams.

Ms. Braley-Franck has over 15,000 hours of victim advocacy and has conducted over 3,000 interviews of children/adolescents who have been sexually abused or witnessed violent crimes. She has given lectures at the National Organization of Victim Advocates Conference on providing Advocacy Services.

Kim Russo is an internationally-renowned Psychic Medium, intuitive counselor and spiritual teacher.        

Kim's abilities have been tested and verified and is certified as a highly evidential Medium by The Forever Family Foundation and The Windbridge Institute for Applied Human Research. Kim is the host of the long running series "The Haunting Of..." and "Psychic Intervention" and is the author of "The Happy Medium - Life Lessons From The Other Side" and "Your Soul Purpose - Learn How to Access The Light Within".

Kim is a frequently requested guest on many news and radio shows such as "Coast to Coast" with host George Noory, and has appeared on many talk shows such as The Real, Inside Edition, The Maury Povich Show and The Mel Robbins Show. Kim has also been a repeat guest on The Doctor Oz Show.

With her down-to-earth approach and compassionate heart, Kim is committed to her soul mission of helping to bring healing messages to all those in need.

Kim caters to large and small audiences around the world by sharing her knowledge through live readings, lectures and workshops.

Kim Russo is an accomplished, highly sought-after medium who has been communicating with spirits for nearly two decades. Fluent in the language of the spirit world, Kim has helped friends, family and clients confront the fears that haunt them most, and embrace the truths that bring increased light, love and understanding into their lives.​

The word of Kim’s gift spread wide, and she quickly found herself appearing in the A&E hit series “Paranormal State” and "Psychic Kids" as well as Bio Channel’s "Celebrity Ghost Stories." These opportunities paved the way for her own series, "The Haunting Of...," which became the #1 series on LMN. Lasting six seasons and nearly 80 episodes, “The Haunting Of...” features Kim week after week taking a celebrity back to the place where they experienced the paranormal.  In each episode, Kim unravels the mystery while also uncovering deep personal moments from the celebrity’s past. This series lead to A+E Networks green-lighting another series for Kim called “Psychic Intervention.” In this emotional six episode run, Kim turned her attention to helping families in dire crisis by connecting them to the other side for a spiritual kind of counseling. With the success of these programs, A&E has decided to bring back their popular weekly paranormal series, “Celebrity Ghost Stories”, featuring Kim Russo as the show's psychic medium and host. The series premiere is Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 10 pm ET/PT. 

A self-proclaimed skeptic, Kim always wants proof before she believes things to be true, therefore, she willingly has become a certified medium by The Forever Family Foundation in 2005 and The Windbridge Institute for Applied Research in Human Potential in 2011, both of which subjected her to a battery of double-blind tests to prove the accuracy of her readings. Both organizations are dedicated and committed to proving the existence of life after death by integrating mediumship along with scientific studies. Being accredited is no easy feat, and Kim’s scores proved to be exemplary.

In 2016, Kim published her first book, "The Happy Medium" – Life Lessons from The Other Side, from Harper Collins. Debuting at #1 in Amazon’s spiritual book category, The Happy Medium interweaves experiences from Kim's life with some of the best, most astounding behind-the-scenes stories of her celebrity readings from episodes of her Lifetime show, “The Haunting Of…” In addition, she gives readers the tools to access the energy that is all around us, including experiments and lessons she uses in many of her sold-out theater appearances and courses she teaches around the world. Kim's second book, "Your Soul Purpose" - Learn How to Access The Light Within, is now available to purchase anywhere books are sold.  For an autographed copy of Kim's books, please visit Kim's Books Tab.

Kim is a mother of three sons and has been married to her husband Anthony for 33 years. Kim believes the most important of our soul purpose is to implement and share our God given gifts with the world. To that end, Kim's biggest enjoyment is speaking at hundreds of engagements across the country, addressing eager audiences of all different ages, religions and beliefs

Sarah Lipton - Sidibeh, was born in London England. Sara has written three volumes of short stories, three of her stories were broadcast on the radio. Sara has receive an award from 'The Poetry Society' in England for some of her poems. Such as 'Stagnation' that was shortlisted in the National Anthology Poetry competition in 2005, her poem 'Wishful Thinking' was printed in th Great Britain. Sarah was the featured Poet in 'Bareback Lit Magazine' in October 2012. She has also written a play, a children's  book, film scripts and song lyrics. And to top it off she was awarded a commended certificate for her song, ' I Wish' from the United Kingdom competition in 2016 this phenomenal women who has written two educational textbooks. Sarah holds honors of a BA, LLCM, and a FRSA. she is currently completing her first novel please join me for this extraordinary interview March 16, 2021 at 12 Noon here on BBSRadio/Allroads65 with your host Pamela L Henderson....

Ariel Resuta was born AWAKE and empathic from birth. Ariel was an extremely sensitive child with powerful psychic abilities. Crystal children were born during the late 1980s and into the 2000s. 

At the age of three years old, she remembered her past lives, children, and how she died. When walking down the staircase in her parent's two-story foyer, holding her mother's hand she and her mother both heard a choir of angels. 

Ariel heard this choir twice more, right before meeting a very special person or a very powerful life-event.

Losing her father at the age of sixteen was a drastic turning point for her. Everything changed in a flash. A change of scene was needed to allow healing and a move to the Mojave Desert seemed just the ticket. This was a drastic change in life circumstances for her. One moment she was living in Boulder Colorado where she had friends, within months moved to the desert of California where everything was dry, drab, "The Land of Tan" She called it.

Ariel focused on school and graduated early even after losing four months of time. Once out of high school she returned to Colorado and then pursued a degree in Baking and Pastry. Ariel is currently in massage school in Colorado beginning a career in the healing arts.

Dr. Paul R. Scheele, PhD, co-founder of Learning Strategies, guides people to achieve extraordinary results in relationships, work, money, and health. His unique combination of expertise includes degrees in Biology, Learning and Human Development, and Leadership and Change plus a rich background in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), accelerated learning, preconscious processing, and universal energy. Paul has developed over 80 programs to tap the vast innate potential of the mind to attain more success and happiness in all areas of life. Sharing how to activate these rich resources within the mind and connecting this natural power with spiritual wisdom is Paul’s passion. As a gift, listeners can get immediate, free access to Paul’s 7-day Super Powers Super You Fest in a digital library: www.LearningStrategies.com/DareToDream

Loving Wife and mother of 3 teenage boys.

Enthusiastic entrepreneur helping people activate their ENERGY through health, wellness and fitness!

Have been activating the fitness industry for 30 years as an elite fitness and conditioning trainer for beginners to elite athletes including US Olympians.

Most noted business background includes:

-Cherise Matthews Personal Training 

-Eleven years in sales and marketing for LifeVantage, a breakthrough biotech company that’s revolutionizing human health through cellular activation.

Strongly believes we must leave a legacy of love and service to others. 

Brandon Alvis is the paranormal technician of the “Ghost Hunters” team. His twin passions for history and the paranormal led him to establish the American Paranormal Research Association (APRA). Brandon has investigated over 200 public and private locations with APRA, many of which bear historical significance.

Investigations have included mental hospitals, prisons, well-known murder sites, cemeteries, and private homes, as well as more famous sites like Alcatraz Island, Preston Castle, and the South Pittsburgh Hospital.

As a natural skeptic, Brandon researches every location meticulously before he begins collecting evidence in an effort to make the study of the paranormal as credible as possible.

Author. Attorney. Evangelical. Focused on justice, truth, hope & freedom. Every life is full of inherent worth. Best use of spare time? Cooking. Opinion Columns and Educational/Legal Research by Kristi Burton Brown: Live Action News: https://www.liveaction.org/news/author/kristi-burton-brown/ Charlotte Lozier Institute: https://lozierinstitute.org/team-member/kristi-burton-brown/ Townhall: https://townhall.com/columnists/kristiburtonbrown/

Kristi Burton Brown, an associate scholar with the Charlotte Lozier Institute, is an attorney focusing on First Amendment and sanctity of life issues. She has worked on pro-bono projects for Life Legal Defense Foundation, Live Action, Child Evangelism Fellowship’s parent organization, and Alliance Defending Freedom. She is also journalist and editor for Live Action News and a contributor to The Christian Post.

Longtime Anti-Abortion Activist Kristi Burton Brown Could Be the Next CO GOP Leader

As Chair of the Colorado GOP, I will build an effective state-wide collaboration network that works with our grassroots and advocacy organizations, our elected officials, and our candidates to win back our state.

I am a unifier and a collaborator. I know the only way we move forward is when we strategize together and do not divide ourselves.

I will transform the State Party into a service-oriented organization for our county parties and our candidates instead of a top-down, control group.

I will reform and revitalize our communications strategy, broaden the reach of our Party, and go directly to the voters.

We must expose the Democrats (and WE WILL!), but we must go a step further and paint a future-focused, forward-facing, positive vision for Colorado. It’s about Jobs, Kids, and the American Dream.

Grassroots and Party benefactors believe in my plan and are already committed to coming alongside me to build a vibrant State Party. We will implement business models and grow our small dollar donor program for longterm success.

I will work to recruit effective candidates across the state who represent their diverse districts. We must ensure that candidates have the resources and training necessary to win.

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Congressman Zack Space was born and raised in the small eastern Ohio town of Dover. After graduating from Kenyon College and The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, he returned to Tuscarawas County to practice law. Over the course of 20 years, Zack managed a private practice, worked as a Public Defender, and served as Law Director for the City of Dover. In 2006, he was elected to serve as the Congressman from Ohio’s 18th District, comprising 16 counties in rural southeastern Ohio.



During his tenure in Congress, Zack was a champion of working-class Ohioans, and was instrumental in bringing broadband technology, employment opportunities, and infrastructure improvements to his district. He served on the prestigious Energy and Commerce Committee, as well as the House Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, and Veterans' Affairs, and was an active member of the Blue Dog Caucus, a centrist, fiscally principled coalition of moderate democrats from largely rural districts. Among his numerous accomplishments in Congress:

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• Securing more than $100,000,000 for broadband infrastructure buildout in eastern and southern Ohio. Much of the existing broadband backbone currently in place in Appalachia-Ohio can be attributed directly to these funds;
• Pioneering the successful utilization of New Market Tax Credits for projects throughout southeast Ohio valued in the tens of millions of dollars, taking the region from last to first among Congressional districts in Ohio, in the use of this creative economic development incentive tool;
• Overseeing the formation of RenewOhio, an ambitious, and successful effort to convene leadership across sectors throughout the region, and to develop comprehensive planning around future economic development;
• Receiving of the Development Districts Association of Appalachia 2008 Congressional Award, in recognition of his support for the Appalachian Regional Commission, and community development efforts undertaken by local development districts across the 13 states within the Appalachian region.

Upon leaving Congress in 2011, Zack joined Vorys Advisors, the government affairs arm of the prestigious Columbus law firm Vorys, Sater, Seymour, and Pease, where he worked with local governments, charitable organizations, and the private sector to promote economic development across Ohio, particularly southeastern Ohio. One initiative Zack oversaw during this time saw him bring together regional stakeholders to plan a prosperous future for southeastern Ohio, driven by the Utica Shale Play, in partnership with oil and gas companies Zack brought to the table.



In 2018, he was elected as the Democratic nominee for the office of Ohio Auditor of State, earning the endorsements of nearly every major Ohio newspaper, and outperformed all other statewide Democratic candidates in Appalachian Ohio.



Zack currently serves as President of Sunday Creek Horizons. He is a proven ambassador for Appalachia, trusted by the region’s residents, politicians, and investors alike. ​Zack has two children, Gina and Nick, who live in Tuscarawas County and are currently studying to become lawyers.

Brian Anthony Wilson is an American film and television actor. He first appeared in the 1997 film The Postman as Woody. Wilson was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has been married to Greer M. Richardson since 2005. He stands over six feet tall.

Alyssa Palazzo is a new-found poet who began writing her first novel at the young age of 18.  Her novel dear body is a beautiful piece of work that addresses her battles with mental illness, trauma, and an eating disorder. Palazzo grew up in Littleton, Colorado and for twelfth grade she moved to Pennsylvania to pursue a pre-professional career in ballet. The turmoil she faced while far from home paved way for her activism surrounding body positivity and mental illness. She is currently a student at The University of Colorado Boulder pursuing a degree in journalism to continue her pursuit to help other women battling eating disorders or depression. Her career as a poetry novelist and a self-love activist is just beginning. She hopes to inspire body positivity in as many women as possible and hopes that her willingness to share her experience may pave way for decreased stigma surrounding mental illness. 

Novel synopsis: 

An emotionally raw, vulnerable collection of poetry illustrates a young woman’s painful trauma, which cultivated an environment for bulimia. This anthology allows her to powerfully articulate the suffocating effects of mental illness. The conclusion inspires body positivity and dialogue on recovery. The novel curtails the taboo surrounding depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and post-traumatic stress. dear body… gives voice to those silently suffering and hope to those who are recovering. 

KSENIA LUKI

Ksenia is a Los Angeles based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and a sound-healing practitioner.

The love song between Ksenia and music has been a lifelong journey. She began singing when she was six years old, and was writing songs on her guitar and performing at local festivals by the time she was thirteen. After a while, Ksenia took a break from music and moved to the United States. There she committed herself to a path of spiritual growth and healing. She trained and became a yoga teacher, a Reiki Master, and a bodyworker.

Five years ago, Ksenia was inspired to approach music again from the perspective of her new path. Music became another instrument through which to channel healing and inspiration for all the people Ksenia teaches and works with. The influence of her commitment to a yogic lifestyle and her deep connection with healing work transformed her relationship with sound by integrating her spiritual path with the music.

Today her songs weave together all the aspects of her life and heritage, by blending mantras, icaros, prayers and Russian folk music for a truly unique and inspiring sound. In 2018 she released her first single, “Atman”, which was followed in 2019 by her first album. Ksenia’s music channels inspiration, hope, peace, and strength to guide and support people on their life journeys. She has redefined the use of sound and mixed vibrations in her intention to spread the healing power of musical prayer.

DR. KATIE EASTMAN

Dr. Katie Eastman is a Grief, Loss and Transition Coach, a licensed psychotherapist and Medical Social Worker with extensive training in the field of Pastoral Psychology. Specializing in loss, traumatic loss and grief she supports individuals, families and communities before, during and after serious loss.

Dr. Katie attended Boston University School of Theology, The University of Houston School of Social Work Masters Program and acquired a Doctorate in Clinical Child Psychology from Antioch University. She has held a series of mental health-related positions working with children and families, culminating in work with seriously ill and dying children and adults and their caregivers. Most recently she has worked with suicidal teens, teen suicide survivors and bereaved parents. 

As a community engagement consultant, Dr. Katie has assisted groups and communities in developing collaborative strategies to prevent teen suicide and programs that offer support in the aftermath of this unique and increasingly common kind of tragedy. Forming a Suicide Prevention/ Mental Health Coalition in her own community, she engaged community stakeholders to collaborate, educate and engage people of all ages in promoting mental health as a fundamental aspect of wellness. The result has been greater access to mental health support and a significant reduction in the prevalence of teen deaths related to suicide. 

An engaging author and storyteller, Dr. Katie is known as an authentic force for good and love.

MALIA CARVALHO  aka ‘LIA LIGHT’ 

Musician, massage therapist, yoga practitioner and guide (Kundalini, Tantra, Yin).  Lia Light holds a passion for guiding others in  living a “Tantric Life”- that is fully feeling, expanding vision and truly embracing the mind body connection.  

With her family having roots in Hawaii, she possesses mermaid vibes and values of preserving the land, malama ‘aina! and bringing community together. Lia’s love for the arts lead her on a path of studying graphic design and art history, bodywork and yoga.

She enjoys cooking plant-based meals, singing, playing the guitar, painting and guiding others in exploring their visionary states of consciousness through movement, journey and meditation. She has spent years designing and decorating her home temple to become a place of healing and unity. 

Barbara Jennifer Gitlitz MD. 

Dr. Gitlitz is a medical oncologist, currently serving as a Medical Director at Genentech and affiliated with the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine as Voluntary Faculty. She is a passionate, devoted advocate for animal welfare and has dedicated much of her free time to helping dogs that have been rescued from the Dog and Cat Meat Trade. She is on the Board of Directors of The Animal Hope & Wellness Foundation.

Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on rescuing abused and neglected animals – locally, internationally and throughout the Asian Dog Meat Trade – rehabilitating them and finding them their forever homes. We embrace compassion, education and legislation to guide hearts and minds toward a brighter future for animals.

Mike Cotayo received his Master’s in Social Work from New York University in 2000 and is certified in Gestalt Therapy from the Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy and Training. He now works as a funny shrink, bringing humor and compassion to his work so that others may heal deeply and fully. He makes healing work more tolerable by helping providers feel comfortable using humor in their work. Mike toured nationally with The Short Bus Comedy Tour from 2005-2007 and has performed at a variety of places. Some prominent locations include The Laugh Factory, Columbia University, and a bowling alley...seriously, he killed it, and his shoes were on point. His specialties are working with trauma, borderline personality disorder and using laughter as a tool in therapeutic settings.

PATRICIA KAREN GAGIC, DStG, ICA

Patricia is an Award-winning International Contemporary Artist, Author and Visionary. She is represented by 13th Street Gallery in St. Catharines, Artworld Fine Art in Toronto, Ontario, FACEC International in France, Paul Fisher Gallery in Florida and Gallery on the Bay in Hamilton, Ontario. Patricia exhibited with BB International Fine Arts in Geneva, Berlin, Korea, Austria, and Zurich. In 2018, Patricia won the Gold Medal in Photography at the SNBA at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France. ATIM (Art Tour International Magazine) named Patricia, Artist of the Year 2020.



She is a recipient of the 2017 Excellence in the Arts for Courage and Commitment to Human Rights, Dignity and Freedom by the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. In 2019 she was awarded the Silver Medal in Photography and in 2021 she will receive the Pewter Medal in Painting from the Societe Academique Arts, Sciences and Lettres in Paris, France. She is the recipient of the Apollo and Daphne International Award Biennal of Baroque Art Salentin from Italia in Arte Nel Mondo Associaziona Culturaie. In 2020 she received the International Prize Raffaello & Canova in Venice, Italy. She studied under Master Artist Dragan Dragic since 1999 in France. Patricia authored an award-winning non-fiction Karmic Alibi and contributed to several compilations.

Patricia is an Entrepreneur who founded the Kyralex and MLX Property Management Group and has extensive background in banking, property and medical management. She is also the CFO of the Hamilton Vein Clinic owned and operated by Dr. Ned Gagic, General Surgeon.

Patricia is a Certified Meditation Specialist/Facilitator completing her Certification in Applied Mindfulness and Transformative Mindfulness and Mindfulness without Borders from Factor Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at the University of Toronto. Patricia is a member of the International Women’s Forum Toronto Chapter. She is also a Reiki Master, and a Level 3 Feng Shui consultant. Patricia has been a mentor for the Federal Business Development Bank and taught at Mohawk College Continuing Education.

In 2013 she was Knighted as a Dame of the International Order of St. George Grand Prior of Canada. Niagara Commandery. Past member of the Ontario Cabinet for Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, a member of the Sir Edmund Hilary Foundation Board, a Paul Harris recipient as a Rotarian. She has received the YMCA Peace Medal among other accolades. Patricia has presented on the stage at Carnegie Hall, The Harvard Club of Boston, and Nasdaq in NYC.

Future: Patricia is currently working on the projects which she feels are the culmination of her life as seen through the eyes of wisdom. The Karmic Art Experience, writing the super hero book “The Black Snowflake”, a re-write of Karma and Cash, a non-fiction “Thirsters and Quenchers” and two co-authored projects “Anger to Zen” and “Intentionally Extraordinary”.

She is recognized by WXN (Women’s Executive Network) as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada awarded the BMO Arts and Communication award in 2015, Royal Bank Champion in 2016 and BMO Arts and Communication in 2017. Patricia was inducted into the WXN Hall of Fame in 2018. She received the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Universal Women’s Network as a Woman of Inspiration.

Patricia is a lifetime Volunteer and Activist. On a personal note, she is an avid chess player, recipe creator, long distance swimmer, and has a love of travelling on pilgrimages to Nepal and Tibet…. She also can sing in Swahili. She is Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer of the not-for-profit Help Heal Humanity.