Martha A. Garzon is a passionate mental health advocate, corporate trainer, certified coach, and community leader. As the founder of Simple Coaching, Inc. and host of the Rethinking Mental Health (RTMH) Conference, she champions personal growth, collective healing, and creating inclusive wellness ecosystems where people can thrive. Martha worked for over 20 years at Mass General Brigham, leading impactful training, communication, and DE&I initiatives across the organization. She is a master trainer and a student of Organizational Psychology at UMass Amherst. A devoted mother of two and proud grandmother, Martha uses her lived experience to inspire hope, break stigma, and empower communities to heal, lead, and grow.

Edmund Norton is a passionate advocate and experiential leader dedicated to uplifting system-involved and disengaged young people. With a career spanning mental health, juvenile justice, law, and social-emotional coaching, Ed has designed and led transformative treatment programs in both urban and wilderness settings. He’s presented statewide on trauma and PTSD in youth and currently raises mental health awareness in the construction industry. As Principal of Lighthouse Experiential Consultants and former Social-Emotional Director, Ed brings deep insight and lived experience to his work. Fully committed to sharing life’s hard-earned lessons, he inspires growth, resilience, and meaningful change across diverse communities.

Donald Maurice Osgood, Sr. is a servant of the people committed to healing, empowering, and uplifting communities impacted by violence and trauma. As Program Director for the Community Healing Response Network at the Boston Public Health Commission, he leads efforts to connect communities with critical resources for recovery. Donald has worked with proven-risk youth as a Street Safe Boston worker and supported families through the City of Boston’s Trauma Response Team and the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute. A lifelong Boston resident with leadership, management, and faith-based training, Donald brings deep experience, compassion, and relentless dedication to creating safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

Claudia Valencia-Garzón is a registered nurse, certified breath coach, yoga instructor, and co-founder of Salutaris Living, a wellness company dedicated to healing through breath. With nearly 20 years of nursing experience, Claudia served the Chelsea community as the only Spanish-speaking school nurse, becoming a trusted advocate for countless families. After facing burnout and an anxiety diagnosis, she began a transformative healing journey that deepened her faith and shaped her life’s mission. Today, Claudia integrates clinical expertise and holistic practices to support intentional living and well-being. She is a proud wife, mother of two daughters, and passionate advocate for personal healing and community wellness.

Mario Mejia is the founder and owner of Mejia Companies Corp and Boston Carpentry, a top-ranked Minority Business Enterprise in Massachusetts. A two-time brain cancer survivor, Mario leads with relentless faith, resilience, and purpose. His journey from life-threatening illness to building a multimillion-dollar construction company inspires many. Passionate about community, Mario volunteers as a motivational speaker for inner-city youth and coaches youth football. He is a devoted husband, father, and follower of Jesus Christ, believing his life is a walking sermon of gratitude and perseverance. Mario’s mission is to uplift, inspire, and help others live intentionally with faith, strength, and joy.

Shaquera Robinson is a visionary leader, motivational speaker, and CEO of Shaquera’s Story Domestic Violence Consulting & Coaching. A mother of three and first-generation college graduate, Shaquera holds degrees in Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice, and Public Health. With over 20 years in education and a deep commitment to advocacy, she disrupts cycles of violence and creates safer spaces for families. A survivor of domestic abuse and childhood trauma, Shaquera uses her lived experience to empower others and lead system-changing initiatives. She is a published author of This Little Light of Mine: A Memoir and a relentless advocate for personal and community healing. Driven by her mantra, “we all we got,” Shaquera continues to light the way for others.

Febe Terrero is a vibrant life coach, author, and medical doctor dedicated to helping people unlock their potential and live extraordinary lives. As Executive Vice President of Lazos de Amor International, she leads with heart, building bridges that empower communities and inspire lasting change. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Terrero connects across cultures with authenticity and purpose. Known for her powerful, story-driven talks, she captivates audiences with practical tools and transformative wisdom. Blending medical expertise, coaching mastery, and leadership, she offers a holistic, uplifting approach to personal and organizational growth. Her mission is to ignite purpose, joy, and empowered living.

Dulce Orozco is a proud Latina immigrant, licensed therapist, speaker, and co-creator of culturally rooted, compassion-centered healing spaces. She empowers women of color—especially Latinx and first-generation women—to release the pressure to be “strong all the time” and instead embrace self-compassion, rest, and joy. Dulce’s work honors cultural identity while guiding women to reconnect with their roots and worth. Her impact spans organizations like Google, GitLab, and the City of Cambridge. She’s been recognized as an Amplify Latinx Honoree and one of Latina Center Maria’s Inspirational Women of 2024. Originally from Venezuela, Dulce builds spaces where women of color feel seen, safe, and supported.

Lakisha Renee Austin is a dynamic psychotherapist, life coach, poet, and community leader. As CEO of Resiliency and Optimism Changes Lives Therapeutic Coaching Services, she champions diversity, empowerment, financial literacy, and self-care. Lakisha brings over two decades of experience guiding individuals, couples, and entrepreneurs toward growth and resilience. She hosts the Conversations with Coach LA radio show, leads signature programs like BET on SELF and The F.E.M.E. Project, and creates transformative self-care events. With an MBA and clinical licensure, Lakisha uniquely integrates mental health, leadership, and financial expertise. Her work fosters introspection, sustainable growth, and equity for underserved communities.

Thaddeus Miles is an award-winning photographer, author, and community builder. At MassHousing, he serves as Senior Director, advancing housing access and strengthening communities across Massachusetts. Beyond his professional role, Thaddeus is a nationally respected advocate for wellness, mindfulness, and joy. A certified yoga instructor and founder of the Road to Wellness 5K, he centers breath, movement, and community care in his work. Named one of Boston’s Most Influential Men of Color, Thaddeus is the recipient of numerous honors, including the Congressman John Lewis Award. He continues to inspire through storytelling, service, and his commitment to collective healing.

Regina Renaye is an award-winning mental health advocate and founder of the Strong Black Woman Support Group, a powerful wellness community redefining strength for Black women. Through her support group, podcast, and the Strong Black Woman Redefined Conference, Regina creates spaces where Black women prioritize self-preservation, rest, and joy. Her journey—from childhood trauma and multiple suicide attempts to healing and resilience—fuels her mission to dismantle the harmful "Strong Black Woman" narrative. Regina’s work has been honored by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, the State Legislature, and community organizations. She serves on McLean Hospital’s Women’s Mental Health Leadership Council and the Randolph Women’s Club Board.