Barbara A. Minton, PhD, is a trailblazing psychologist, musician, and neuroscientist whose innovative work bridges the powerful intersection of music, neuroscience, and emotional healing. As the driving force behind the album “Calm the Storm,” Dr. Minton has dedicated her career to harnessing the therapeutic power of music, drawing on both rigorous scientific expertise and profound personal devotion.

Peppino D’Agostino stands as one of the world’s most innovative and respected acoustic guitarists, renowned for his expressive playing, masterful compositions, and cross-cultural collaborations. A native of Italy, D’Agostino has made a profound international impact since arriving in America 40 years ago, captivating audiences with his artistry and relentless creative curiosity.

Lisa Ritchie moved to Los Angeles in 2015. She had the opportunity to build an incredible network of residencies around the Southbay and continues to gain traction within her online communities. Recently, she released her latest album, “Landlines” in August 2023.

Sean is President & Co-Founder of ElevationXR and is also Co-Founder & Director of Wisdome LA, North America’s pioneering immersive entertainment venue. EXR produces content and manages the programming and operations of location-based entertainment experiences around the world.  

Essie Jain is an English singer and songwriter, who has been performing and recording music for over two decades. Her songs have traveled far and wide out into the world and gently weaved themselves into the fabric of people’s lives, daily healing practices and stories.

Essie often works alongside her husband, guitarist and long term collaborator Patrick Glynn, for both recordings and live performances. They live in Los Angeles with their daughter Opal.

Rick Shugarman is a yoga instructor, growth coach, and entrepreneur whose work bridges the physical, mental, and creative aspects of human potential. As the founder of Beat Up The Sun, he explores the transformative power of morning rituals, yoga, and mindfulness to cultivate clarity, resilience, and purpose. The phrase “beating up the sun” refers to a morning routine of being up and moving with the sun as it’s rising. Like most transformations, it was born out of necessity.

Rocio Aquino is the co-author of the Best Seller "The Orchid: The Secret Code of Modern Goddesses," recognized by The Los Angeles Tribune as "Culturally significant." Rocio has lived in Mexico, Miami, Hong Kong, London, and Los Angeles, visiting more than 70 countries. For 32 years, she sought answers on how to overcome sadness and depression, leading her to study various courses, books, and earn a master's degree. She discovered that self-love is the key to personal transformation.

Angel's career trajectory is a testament to the power of transformation and adaptability. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he graduated from Cornell University's College of Human Ecology and embarked on a journey that ultimately saw him rise through the ranks at Sony Pictures Entertainment over 23 years.

Whether working as a Theater Arts Montessori Teacher, University Professor, television writer, young adult novelist, recording producer, dramatist, or musical theater lyricist, Eileen loves sharing her passion for storytelling with all ages!  Through the years, her written works were twice honored with the Emmy® Award, a National Jewish Book Award,  the International Reading Association’s “Teacher’s Choice  Award,” and a Thorpe Menn Honorable Mention Literary Award.

Dr. Rob is a native of Delaware County, PA. He attended Saint Joseph’s University and Thomas Jefferson Medical College and is board certified in Family and Sports Medicine. He is a decorated Navy veteran, devoted husband, and father of 3 grown children.

His mission has been to help his patients live healthy and pain-free life. Dr. Rob has been working with athletes of all ages for more than 20 years and has traveled internationally as team physician for U.S. Figure Skating.