Brian C. Joondeph completed his training as a retina surgeon in 1990 and since then has worked both in private practice and full-time academic ophthalmology. He practiced in Michigan for ten years before taking his family on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to work and live in Auckland, New Zealand for several years. He has been in Denver for the past 15 years after returning from his academic retina position down under. Denver was a great fit for his family after New Zealand given the opportunity for outdoor adventure and sports.

Dr. Joondeph grew up in northern New Jersey with his entire family in medicine or allied professions, making medical school an easy choice. Ophthalmology provided a high-tech blend of medicine and surgery, with retina further exemplifying these features. There is little in medicine more satisfying than saving or restoring eyesight, arguably the most precious of our senses.

Dr. Joondeph has more than 80 academic publications and is a current and past investigator in multiple clinical trials. He enjoys clinical research as it links scientific inquiry with eventual new treatments he can offer to his patients. He is also an examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology, helping develop the next generation of ophthalmologists. Dr. Joondeph is widowed and has three adult children.

When not working, he enjoys spending time with his family. His hobbies include golfing, skiing, fitness, and travel. When not in clinic, you will find Dr. J in the mountains or visiting a foreign country

Johnny Caffaro is living proof that reinvention is possible — no matter where you start or what you've been through. A survivor of childhood adversity, multiple surgeries, and life-shaking personal challenges,

Johnny has turned his story into a mission: to help others rise from the ashes of their past and build lives of purpose, power, and authenticity.

With a voice that’s been featured on national TV, top podcasts, and stages across the country, Johnny brings raw truth, contagious energy, and deep spiritual insight to every space he enters.

He’s the creator of Integrated Personal Reinvention™, a transformational framework born from lived experience — not theory — and designed to help people align with their highest self through five principles and five states of being.

Whether working one-on-one, guiding groups, or speaking to thousands, Johnny’s message is always clear:
You are not broken. You are becoming.

India May is a nurse, library director, and advocate for disability rights, rural healthcare, and education. She’s stepping in fight for Northeast Iowa families—because the people of District 58 deserve better than politics as usual.

India brings frontline experience in mental health, pediatric, and elder care to the legislature. She’s here to listen to constituents, protect vulnerable folks, and stand up to special interests that don’t look out for our district. Her priorities include defending vulnerable people’s rights, revitalizing Iowa’s schools, supporting farmers, and promoting timely, affordable, accessible healthcare for all.

Healthcare Advocacy
Championing healthcare access and rights for all Iowans, especially the most vulnerable

Advocacy for Change
Fighting for vulnerable Iowans and ensuring their voices are heard in government.

Community Engagement
Building connections to empower citizens and promote active participation in democracy.

Host of Ageless & Timeless podcast & Editorial Contributor & Columnist to Top Doctor Magazine - Michele is also a serial entrepreneur. Her most recent career is in luxury residential real estate development, primarily in resort locations such as Aspen, Kauai, Cabo San Lucas, Idaho, Las Vegas and San Francisco. Her company grew from start up to multi million dollars in assets with both custom homes she built and raw land in her portfolio.

Rick Bava is part of the leadership team at Today's Senior Magazine. He celebrates 11 years, with Today's Senior Magazine, the leading #publication serving #babyboomers and #seniors. In addition to his Business leadership, he has maintained the celebrated column, The Baby Boomer Corner- Today's Senior Magazine.

Rick Bava is considered a Baby Boomer thought leader- and is the Author of-- the celebrated book--" In Search of the Baby Boomer Generation."

Today's Senior Magazine -Established in 2004-- serving #babyboomers and #seniors - www.todayssr.com

Matt and Joy Kahn are globally recognized spiritual teachers, global speakers, and co-authors of Awakening of Intelligence. Matt is a bestselling author, empathic healer, and one of Watkins Magazine’s “Top 100 Most Spiritually Influential People.” Joy is a visionary creator, channel, and digital strategist, known for developing The BrainGAME and authoring QUEing Up Magic—with a global reach in over 10 countries.

Together, they host The Timing Effect podcast and bring a rare depth of insight into what it means to awaken, not just individually, but in relationship with one another, with life, and now, with evolving technology. As leaders in the field of relational intelligence, Matt and Joy offer a modern, embodied approach to awakening that speaks directly to the challenges of our time.

Kristin Hoffmann is a classically trained singer, prolific songwriter/composer, multi-instrumentalist, and seasoned producer. She is the vocalist for the internationally acclaimed show, BELLA GAIA. A strong advocate for peace and Earth/Ocean conservation, Kristin opens sonic-emotional heart spaces in which powerful new awareness, connection and healing can flourish. She works regularly with other
thought leaders and change-makers to amplify important wisdom for our times through the powerful vehicle of music.

Kristin has performed throughout the world, from environmental concerts to peace symposiums including; TEDx San Francisco, The Emoto Peace Project concert in Tokyo, the signing of The Fuji Declaration at Mt. Fuji, and with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London. Her Song for the Ocean was performed at Sydney Opera House by a choir of 800 Australian children. She is currently on the board of FIONS (Friends of Institute of Noetic Sciences), an active member of The Evolutionary Leaders, an UPLIFT.love Heartist and a musical ambassador for the organization UNITY EARTH. Kristin was the recipient of the UNITY EARTH CHAMPION Keeper of the Flame Award in September, 2023.

Kristin composed and produced the new anthem for The Holomovement, supporting radical collaboration in action, and recently welcomed a new album into the world entitled, RainShine ~ Sonic Alchemy for Soul Awakening. She hosts an inspirational online event on the 3rd Sunday of each month called SONIC SOUL FAMILY GATHERINGS, combining live music and deep dialogue around a theme.

One of the treasures of my life has been the privilege to enter the lives of those suffering through unexpected diagnoses, disease, physical pain, and emotional distress. I do not take for granted this calling to serve and the blessing of knowing God’s will in my life. Writing, speaking, and communicating with you allows me to reach more, help more, and learn more. This is a part of my evolutionary purpose, stones built upon the cornerstone of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior.

In 2018 a dying patient comforted me with the words, “It’s okay, I am going to have a good death.” Her peace through her suffering inspired my quest for the answers to “What are the ingredients of a good death?” The ingredients discovered for a good death changed my life and my hope is that they make your suffering a little less and your joy a little more.

I was in my thirties when I met Jesus for the first time. I wasn’t a fan. He had stolen my husband’s heart and I just didn’t get him (Jesus or my husband). However, Jesus pursued me to the end of myself and when I cried out for his peace, his joy, HIM…He answered! He accepted me as I was, deeply flawed and yet forgiven. This is the Jesus I know. He is my Lord and Savior who came to this broken world and suffered on the cross unto death. Yet, He came to conquer death and was raised to the right hand of Father God so that I may one day also survive my death. This is my best death. If you are reading this and do not know him, He is pursuing you too! Stop running.

I hope to share my family with you as we get to know each other. My husband Scott and I share five great children, two fantastic sons-in-law, and eight super grandchildren. We raised our kids with the quote of “roots to grow and wings to fly” and they are each flying in their own journey. When we come together it can be a beautiful mess and not without drama (let’s keep it real here). I love to have Christmas in matching pajamas and don’t be surprised if we show up to Krispy Kremes in our matching flannels. We are a tribe. In fact, myself and the kids are members of the Western Cherokee Tribe.

I graduated from medical school in 1989 and pursued Internal Medicine at Baylor Medical Center in Houston. In 1992, I was recruited as one of three physicians in a new hospital-based program—what we now call Hospitalists. Since then, I’ve spent most of my career caring for patients at their most vulnerable, and in doing so, they’ve become my greatest teachers. In 2009, a medical mission trip to Rwanda changed my life. I felt God say, “This is your place and your purpose.” I expected to build a clinic, but God invited me into a season of growth and waiting. Serving with Africa New Life—as a volunteer, board member, and now Chair—has been a profound gift. That clinic is now a thriving hospital. God’s plans truly are better than ours.