Meet the Elevators
Rachel
Gross
Chief Homebody of RLG Home; Community Manager
ELEVATOR NO. 09
Leaving home to live on your own is difficult. Nothing feels quite "right". Rachel is on a mission to help everyone make their space feel like home. Because when you have a comfortable space, you feel empowered to step outside your comfort zone.
Career Guidance and Networking
David
Hess
High School Counselor;
Basketball Coach
Education
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 05
David Hess is on a mission to help young people feel more empowered as they transition from high school to college. His mentorship through athletics and counseling has helped hundreds of young people elevate their lives.
Jennifer
Gershberg
Former Professor; Public Speaker
ELEVATOR NO. 33
After educating students in law and business, Jennifer decided to begin a new journey. She started a speaking and education company, JG Talks, to help students uncover to true keys to success in college and beyond.
Law
Career Guidance and Networking
Public Speaking
Mike
Poerksen
Talent Acquisition Executive
Education
ELEVATOR NO. 37
Mike has a passion for mentoring the next generation of young business leaders. From recruitment events to teaching classes at various universities, Mike gives young people a sneak peek into the business world and the skills you need for success.
Career Guidance and Networking
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
AJ
Eckstein
CEO; Entreprenur
Entreprenurship
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 77
AJ is on a mission to creators find a match and monetize their brand voice with companies. He is a LinkedIn content creator, speaker and educator helping the next generation!
Content Creation
Genevieve Bellaire
Founder
Entreprenurship
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 83
After realizing nobody trains you for the real world, Genevieve took matters into her own hands. She created Realworld which provides content, lessons, and guides to help young adults with everything they need from finances to health insurance.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Ilana
Dunn
Founder; Podcaster
ELEVATOR NO. 80
After becoming a content creator at Hinge, the dating app, Ilana faced some adversity that allowed her to go out and start her own venture. Her company, Seeing Other People helps shine a light on dating culture as a young adult, empowering people to better handle their dating lives.
Podcasting
Content Creation
Dating and Relationships
Carly
Silverman
Content Creator
ELEVATOR NO. 117
Relatable and realistic content is how Carly exploded on Tik Tok and social media. Sharing the struggles of being a young adult, working at a startup, and going out on her own, Carly looks to inspire a generation of go-getters to follow their dreams.
Podcasting
Content Creation
Dating and Relationships
Danielle Dietzek
Founder of Fourplay Social
Entreprenurship
Dating and Relationships
ELEVATOR NO. 89
A former frontline hero, Danielle spent her early career as a nurse helping heal people back to health. Realizing dating in big cities can be exhausting and a burden, she went out to create a new way to have fun while dating with her venture Fourplay Social.
Julie
Griggs
Founder of Fourplay Social
Entreprenurship
Dating and Relationships
ELEVATOR NO. 90
After a career in healthcare, Julie wanted something new. Capitalizing on her stressful experiences dating in New York, she decided to create a new way for folks to meet and date relying on the power of groups. Her app Fourplay Social changes how people date.
Victoria
Van Ness
Co Founder of Ambyr Club
Entreprenurship
Dating and Relationships
ELEVATOR NO. 112
Vic's love for marketing and social media inspired her to create her own agency, Amavi. Then, her frustration with dating apps inspired her to create Ambyr Club, an exclusive dating community. Vic uses her marketing and community management skills to build these incredible brands.
Lian
Zucker
Co Founder of Loop
Entreprenurship
Dating and Relationships
ELEVATOR NO. 158
Lian is the founder of Loop Me In, a dating app designed to put the people you trust the most in the driver seat, your friends!
Mallory
Rothstein
Speaker; Admin. Professional
Public Speaking
ELEVATOR NO. 48
Mal is on a mission to change how the world views administrative professionals. She wants to help others embrace their full identity in order to become the best version of themselves through her organization, More Than An Admin.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Rich
Keller
Branding Expert; Public Speaker
Entreprenurship
Public Speaking
ELEVATOR NO. 25
Elevation Nation would not exist without this man! From helping people figure out the value they bring to the world, to inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, Rich is on a mission to help 1 million people uncover their "one word"!
Branding & Public Relations
Jennifer
Gershberg
Former Professor; Public Speaker
ELEVATOR NO. 33
After educating students in law and business, Jennifer decided to begin a new journey. She started a speaking and education company, JG Talks, to help students uncover to true keys to success in college and beyond.
Law
Career Guidance and Networking
Public Speaking
Rob
Lawless
Speaker; Storyteller
Public Speaking
Content Creation
ELEVATOR NO. 49
Rob is on a mission to make 10,000 friends. He's already over halfway there, documenting all the people he has met and their stories along the way. Rob strives to highlight his friends' lessons to help transform how humans see each other.
Community
Yuvel
Teren
Mentalist; Mindset Coach
ELEVATOR NO. 72
Yuval Teren Is a human analyst entertaining crowds around the globe. He specializes in hypnosis and utilizes this skill to captivate audiences while altering their current reality.
Mindset and Meditation
Public Speaking
Jordan
Gross
Author; Mental Health Therapist
Public Speaking
Coaching
ELEVATOR NO. 75
Jordan believes personal development is a never-ending process. Through his platform imagitivetation (imagination + interpretation + creativity + implementation), he helps guide people to think differently and make daring changes in their lives.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Jared
Nozick
CMO at Versus Equity
Entreprenurship
Hospitality and Nightlife
Branding & Public Relations
ELEVATOR NO. 130
For Jared, entrepreneurship is opportunity. From selling t-shirts, to booking some of the biggest names in showbiz, Jared utilizes his education, connections, and mindset to create his own luck as an entrepreneur and brand builder.
Jesse
Rosen
Founder of Rose Gold Presents
Entreprenurship
Hospitality and Nightlife
Events and Retreats
ELEVATOR NO. 162
Jesse founded Rose Gold and has grown it into an empire, creating bars, curating speciality events and owning nightlife and entertainment.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Liv
Schreiber
Founder of Hot and Social, Content Creator
Entreprenurship
Community
Events and Retreats
ELEVATOR NO. 52
Liv is passionate about putting a smile on people's faces. Her community Hot and Social helps connect young people in NYC. Her social media consulting company Brand Caffeine works with some of the biggest organizations. If that isn't enough, she helps advise people on fashion as well!
Sam
Levin
World Traveler
Mindset and Meditation
Events and Retreats
ELEVATOR NO. 62
Sam joined the company Bucket Listers to help other people see the world and make new memories. With an appreciation for other cultures and mindfulness, Sam strives to make experiences and enjoy all that life has to offer.
Bret
Gornik
Performance Coach; Speaker; Retreat Leader
Fitness and Wellness
Mindset and Meditation
ELEVATOR NO. 121
Bret co-founded Live Better a wellness experience organization helping people foster a healthier lifestyle and live their best day ever.
Events and Retreats
Jason
Loebig
Trainer; Speaker; Retreat Leader
Fitness and Wellness
Mindset and Meditation
ELEVATOR NO. 122
After a stint in the corporate world, Jason co-founded Live Better to inspire others through fitness and wellness.
Events and Retreats
Massimo Austin
CEO of Allaway Events
Entreprenurship
Events and Retreats
ELEVATOR NO. 149
After working as a camp counselor in the US, Massi saw an opportunity during COVID that folks were craving unique experiences in person. He co-founded Allaway, a full-service event management company curating unique experiences.
Jesse
Rosen
Founder of Rose Gold Presents
Entreprenurship
Hospitality and Nightlife
Events and Retreats
ELEVATOR NO. 162
Jesse founded Rose Gold and has grown it into an empire, creating bars, curating speciality events and owning nightlife and entertainment.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Rich
Keller
Branding Expert; Public Speaker
Entreprenurship
Public Speaking
ELEVATOR NO. 25
Elevation Nation would not exist without this man! From helping people figure out the value they bring to the world, to inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, Rich is on a mission to help 1 million people uncover their "one word"!
Branding & Public Relations
Jesse
Kay
Entrepreneur; Podcaster
Podcasting
Entreprenurship
ELEVATOR NO. 47
Jesse elevates everything he touches, starting a successful podcast and then founding his own social media company at 16. If that wasn't enough, he ran a non-profit for COVID-19 relief... all before graduating college.
Branding & Public Relations
Brendan Kaminsky
Founder of bKnown Agency
Entreprenurship
Talent & Athlete Management
Branding & Public Relations
ELEVATOR NO. 104
After achieving his dream job working at ESPN, Brendan started his own agency, BKnown to help clients with their social media & brands.
Jared
Nozick
CMO at Versus Equity
Entreprenurship
Hospitality and Nightlife
Branding & Public Relations
ELEVATOR NO. 130
For Jared, entrepreneurship is opportunity. From selling t-shirts, to booking some of the biggest names in showbiz, Jared utilizes his education, connections, and mindset to create his own luck as an entrepreneur and brand builder.
Sam
Evans
Founder; Podcaster; Solo Traveler
Travel
ELEVATOR NO. 151
Sam dreamed of a life of travel and being her own boss. Then she turned that dream into a reality. She started her own company and creates content around solo traveling to help inspire others to take a risk and bet on themselves.
Content Creation
Branding & Public Relations
Bridget Sicsko
Co Founder of Visibility on Purpose
Branding & Public Relations
Entreprenurship
ELEVATOR NO. 160
Bridget is a former publisher turned speaker who has spoken in front of individuals spanning from the East Coast all the way to Europe. She is well-known for being a dynamic speaker and over the years has impacted communities on topics ranging from human optimization, the athlete mentality, wellness and lifestyle.
John Camardella
Religious Scholar; Teacher
Education
Religion
ELEVATOR NO. 20
John has a passion for uniting people's perspectives through learning about religion. A graduate of the Harvard Divinity School, John is a leading educator of religion, helping to write the curriculum for teaching religion in public schools.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
David
Hess
High School Counselor;
Basketball Coach
Education
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 05
David Hess is on a mission to help young people feel more empowered as they transition from high school to college. His mentorship through athletics and counseling has helped hundreds of young people elevate their lives.
Mike
Poerksen
Talent Acquisition Executive
Education
ELEVATOR NO. 37
Mike has a passion for mentoring the next generation of young business leaders. From recruitment events to teaching classes at various universities, Mike gives young people a sneak peek into the business world and the skills you need for success.
Career Guidance and Networking
Max
Coonin
Former Israeli Defense Force Soldier; Govt Solutions
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 12
Max graduated from the University of Maryland and decided to make a difference. After moving to Israel, Max felt a calling to join the military to defend his new home. The lessons he learned from his time in service have helped shape who he is today.
Religion
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Dan
Alpert
JDC Fellow; Former Student Body President
Religion
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 24
A natural born leader with a unique desire to give back to the community, Dan's journey propelled him to become Student Body President at the University of Maryland. Now, he's striving to make an impact to the Jewish community in Budapest.
Non-Profit
John Camardella
Religious Scholar; Teacher
Education
Religion
ELEVATOR NO. 20
John has a passion for uniting people's perspectives through learning about religion. A graduate of the Harvard Divinity School, John is a leading educator of religion, helping to write the curriculum for teaching religion in public schools.
Matt
Dutko
Political Sustainability Advocate
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 50
His passion for making our country and community a better place is infectious. Working for the US Government, Matt strives to help others break into the world of politics while improving the lives of Americans around the country.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Max
Coonin
Former Israeli Defense Force Soldier;
Govt Solutions
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 12
Max graduated from the University of Maryland and decided to make a difference. After moving to Israel, Max felt a calling to join the military to defend his new home. The lessons he learned from his time in service have helped shape who he is today.
Religion
Dan
Alpert
JDC Fellow; Former Student Body President
Religion
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 24
A natural born leader with a unique desire to give back to the community, Dan's journey propelled him to become Student Body President at the University of Maryland. Now, he's striving to make an impact to the Jewish community in Budapest.
Non-Profit
John Camardella
Religious Scholar; Teacher
Education
Religion
ELEVATOR NO. 20
John has a passion for uniting people's perspectives through learning about religion. A graduate of the Harvard Divinity School, John is a leading educator of religion, helping to write the curriculum for teaching religion in public schools.
Matt
McPartlin
Political Consultant
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 56
With a passion for the people, Matt strives to serve his community. Working on political campaigns and having politics in his blood, Matt is on a mission to help push our country forward while helping the next generation of young leaders.
Jordan
Monaghan
Political Comm. Director
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 60
As a communications professional in the political world, Jordan knows exactly what to say and how to say it. He helps some of the nation's top new leaders get elected and stay elected from DC to North Carolina.
Career Guidance and Networking
Dating and Relationships
Branding & Public Relations
Public Speaking
Hospitality and Nightlife
Education
Government
Religion
Events and Retreats
Law
Devin
Harvin
Law Student;
Non-Profit Founder
Non-Profit
Law
ELEVATOR NO. 26
Law school alone is a time-consuming endeavor. Law school while running a non-profit is on a whole other level! In between classes, Devin helps run Beneficial Pain, a non-profit helping people embrace failure.
Jennifer
Gershberg
Former Professor; Public Speaker
ELEVATOR NO. 33
After educating students in law and business, Jennifer decided to begin a new journey. She started a speaking and education company, JG Talks, to help students uncover to true keys to success in college and beyond.
Law
Career Guidance and Networking
Public Speaking
Kayla
Moran
Attorney; Podcaster;
Content Creator
Entreprenurship
Content Creation
ELEVATOR NO. 105
Kayla combined her love of content with law as she utilized her platform and podcast to share her law school journey with followers. Now, she's helping content creators with their legal questions with her company Konecta Social.
Law
Jahleane
Dolne
Mindset Coach & Speaker
Content Creation
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 132
Jahleane loves all things personal development and career. She is a speaker, coach, writer, and content creator focused on helping young people not only take up space but feel good while doing it.
Harris Fanaroff
Entrepreneur; Sales Coach
Content Creation
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 131
After getting drafting into the MLB, Harris was well on his way to achieving his childhood dreams. Circumstances caused him to change his career path that sparked his journey into entrepreneurship, sales and the world of HR.
Danielle
Farage
Speaker; Community Builder
Content Creation
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 120
Danielle is a top voice for Gen Z on the future of work. From speaking to content creation and now community building, Danielle helps inspire and educate young adults and their companies alike on the realities of the working world.
Public Speaking
Aaron Chasan
Co Founder of Thred
Entreprenurship
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 152
After an initial career in consulting, Aaron was ready for a change. He took some of the problems he saw his clients facing and came up with Thred, a startup helping create meaningful connections at work to help employees feel valued.
Bri
Blair
Co Founder of LEAD Network Group
Coaching
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 156
Bri is a marketing leader and entrepreneur at the heart of LEAD Network Group. Bri wanted to bring the power of real connections to help cultivate new friendships and give back to the Charlotte community.
Bri
Blair
Co Founder of LEAD Network Group
Coaching
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 156
Bri is a marketing leader and entrepreneur at the heart of LEAD Network Group. Bri wanted to bring the power of real connections to help cultivate new friendships and give back to the Charlotte community.
Bri
Blair
Co Founder of LEAD Network Group
Coaching
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 156
Bri is a marketing leader and entrepreneur at the heart of LEAD Network Group. Bri wanted to bring the power of real connections to help cultivate new friendships and give back to the Charlotte community.
Zachary
Joyner
Account Exec @ LinkedIn
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 176
Zach's career path has taken him towards, away from and back to LinkedIn. His lessons of resilience and mental fortitude shine a light on the lessons learned in the search and development process.
Gigi
Robinson
Chronic Illness & Mental Health Advocate; Model & Photographer
Photography and Modeling
Public Speaking
ELEVATOR NO. 115
Gigi is on a mission to help inspire people. After being diagnosed with a chronic illness, she creates content, speaks, and models shedding light on her and so many others' health situations.
Medicine
Danielle
Farage
Speaker; Community Builder
Content Creation
Career Guidance and Networking
ELEVATOR NO. 120
Danielle is a top voice for Gen Z on the future of work. From speaking to content creation and now community building, Danielle helps inspire and educate young adults and their companies alike on the realities of the working world.
Public Speaking
Danny
Goldberg
Professional Speaker; Serial Entrepreneur
ELEVATOR NO. 127
After successful exits from companies he built, Danny decided to take on a new challenge beyond serial entrepreneurship. His goal now is to spread his "bits of gold" and intentionality through public speaking around the world.
Public Speaking
Brian
Dubow
Happiness Coach & Speaker
Public Speaking
Mindset and Meditation
ELEVATOR NO. 143
Brian was in the corporate grind but decided to make a change. Learning from one of the world’s top happiness experts, he founded Hit of Happiness to help others uncover ways to be happier and live life to the fullest.
Donavan Taylor Hall
Youth Empowerment Speaker
Mindset and Meditation
ELEVATOR NO. 188
Donovan is an educator, coach, speaker, content creator, and above all else, youth advocate. He believes deeply in youth empowerment as the way to move our society forward. He equips kids with tools to build a positive relationship with themselves.
Public Speaking
Lydia Bagarozza
Co Founder of Visibility on Purpose
Branding & Public Relations
Entreprenurship
ELEVATOR NO. 161
Lydia is responsible for over 4000 pieces of press and has spearheaded campaigns for some of the world’s top brands sold at major retailers like Ulta, Target, Amazon and Whole Food. Now, she helps other brands harness the power of PR to empower them to build their brands.
Sam
Rose
City Councilman; Firefighter
Government
ELEVATOR NO. 128
Sam lives his life in quests. He bought a round-the-world plane ticket and worked for food and shelter for a year. He then decided to run for city council in Aspen, CO where he works as a volunteer fireman giving back to his community.
Sarah
Mucha
Former Political Reporter; Content Creator
Government
Television
ELEVATOR NO. 134
After climbing her way to the top of the DC political reporting game, Sarah had reached her dreams. Until she realized, this wasn't what she wanted anymore and made a change, using her experience to help others find their path and purpose in life.
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