Original Recording Date: February 23, 2024Sophia Sambo is an interdisciplinary artist and writer with an impressive academic background. She holds a B.F.A. and an M.F.A., and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Humanities and Culture, with additional certifications in Museum Studies and Creative Writing. She has dedicated herself to rigorous academic work, enhancing her artistic abilities and broadening her perspective. She approaches each piece of academic work as a sculpture or script, using narrative dialogue to convey new and necessary messages to her audience.In addition to her academic pursuits, Sophia has a passion for teaching science, math, and athletics. She is also an avid runner, participating in various running events and training year-round. Her commitment to community service is evident through her volunteer work as a running coach, a cook in a soup kitchen, and her efforts in disaster relief, including contributions to Hurricane Katrina relief and assistance in multiple countries.With a unique blend of artistic talent, academic achievement, and dedication to service, Sophia continues to make a significant impact in her fields of expertise.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: February 21, 2024Sydney Alston is a dynamic entertainment manager known for his comprehensive expertise across all dimensions of the music industry. With an illustrious background spanning artist development, A&R, marketing, sales, and promotion, Sydney's multifaceted skill set has consistently driven success in the industry. Having engaged with major label and publishing giants including UMG, Warner Brothers, Sony, Sony ATV, Warner Chapel, and more, Sydney's influence is palpable. His impactful efforts have led to the signing of emerging artists to coveted major label recording contracts and licensing deals. Sydney's discovery and development of artists have resulted in many full time music careers.  His clients' accolades include wins and contributions to the works of artists such as Chris Brown, Usher, Miguel, and Damon Marley to name a few, Grammy wins and a Eurovision award for "best song of the year."Experienced in all facets of the music business | Artist Development | A&R | Marketing | Promotion | Expert Sales Professional | Account Executive | Product Specialist | Pro tools | Logic | Producer | Editing and Mixing Engineer | Vocal Editor | Bass Player | Microsoft | Planner | Educator | Consultive by nature | Business Developer | Excellent Interpersonal Skills | Coordinator | Relationship Management | MultitaskerJoin our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: May 16, 2024Dillon is a Show Caller & Stage Manager and currently resides in Las Vegas. Recently working in Greater China and the Middle East, his experiences abroad have allowed him to work, grow, and most importantly lead fun.As a Show Caller with shows including AWAKENING at the Wynn, Absinthe at Caesars Palace, and The House of Dancing Water at City of Dreams Macau... Dillon works with the to create a safe, consistent, and inclusive workplace for all staff and performers.Additionally, Dillon has been on the management teams with The Worlds Fair; Expo2020 Dubai, Cavalia on their Asia Tour, Five Currents, and Thinkwell Group in Los Angeles.Some of his previous internships include Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil, MTV Television Networks, Walking with Dinosaurs – The Arena Spectacular, and The Old Globe Theatre.Dillon received his bachelors in Stage Management from the California Institute of the Arts, and also graduated from the Technical Theatre program from the Coronado School of the Arts in San Diego. He is passionate about providing in-depth resources and educational opportunities to artists of all levels.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: May 9, 2024More than just an event producer extraordinaire, Hanson is first and foremost an avant-garde business entrepreneur who, in the span of three decades, has created an unsurpassed cultural and social phenomenon. Hanson has built an impressive empire, from a small, one-night event at The Palm Springs Museum with 1,500 participants to booking lavish locations at deluxe hotels over the course of five days and nights, with some 10,000-plus attendees and major corporate sponsors under her belt. The Dinah has become a rite of passage for queer women and allies, where during five event-filled days of music and community, women from all walks of life experience profound connection in a diverse and multicultural setting. The Dinah inspires all women to boldly live out loud while openly celebrating both our differences and commonalities, alike.Hanson served two terms on the Board of Equality California, during the pivotal time when the board had to decide whether or not to pursue the Gay Marriage fight and no longer wait until the time “was right.” Always a pioneer, she voted in favor of moving forward, and helped the board achieve history in successfully championing the right to marry. Hanson served on the Aspen Gay and Lesbian Ski Week Board of Directors, and held the dual role of Development Director, raising critical funds to help produce the international event and at the same time to bridge the relationship between corporate donors and the LGBT community. Hanson also served on the Board of Directors of The San Francisco Community Center, joining to create the vision and raise the money needed to help the community center dream become reality. The SF Community Center now serves as a model for community centers around the country. Hanson has also served on the Cable Car Awards Board, an organization whose mission was to recognize and celebrate events in The San Francisco LGBT community and in the process helped raise the visibility of LGBT events.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: May 7, 2024Daniella is the Head of Creator Partnerships for CreatorForce, ForceBrands’ specialized practice for creators and creator brands. Working alongside the sales and leadership team, she forges partnerships for the creator and celebrity brand sector. She takes pride in creating opportunities for CreatorForce as the go-to hub for building creator brand incubation companies by leveraging ForceBrands’ full suite of end-to-end hiring solutions. Daniella brings more than 10 years of experience in the entertainment industry to her role. She’s previously worked alongside some of the most influential agents, managers, investors, founders, celebrities, influencers, and talent in the consumer brand space. She began her career in unscripted casting and development for reality TV and documentaries for Evolution Media and production companies that worked with networks like E!, Bravo!, ABC Family, Fox, and many others. While casting, she saw a wave in the digital influencer space and wanted to be part of it. She worked at a multi-channel network called Fullscreen where she casted two SVOD shows before working in-house as a talent scout signing YouTube creators and influencers onto the platform. Prior to joining Force, Daniella was the Vice President of Talent and Partnerships of Twila True Collaborations where she initially ran with the team a 360 brand incubation company, sourcing celebrities and talent who were interested in creating consumer brands. Some of the brands she helped create were in categories that included fragrance, skincare, grooming, pet, food, apparel, and many others. She managed communication between talent and the internal product development team from inspiration to launch. Among some of her professional accomplishments, she’s won a Webby Award for casting "House Divided" with Fullscreen. Shows she’s casted for include E’s “Botched” and ABC Family’s “Monica The Medium.” During her career, she’s created more than 10+ consumer brands within a two-year period.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: May 2, 2024Candice Belton is a visionary force in the realm of live events and music festivals, boasting a rich tapestry of experiences spanning nearly a decade. From orchestrating seamless venue management to commanding the intricate dance of front-of-house and back-of-house logistics, her expertise knows no bounds. With an unwavering belief in the mantra 'artists support artists,' Candice has woven a career steeped in this very ethos.As an accomplished artist in her own right, she understands the heartbeat of creation and channels this understanding to manifest her clients' visions. Candice is a masterful curator of art direction, possessing an innate ability to source the perfect spaces for events, and forging connections that breathe life into ambitions. Her portfolio reads like a who's who of industry giants—Wasserman Media, Sprint, Disney, Meta, Fortress, Bulldog DM, YouTube, and Patreon have all benefited from her touch.A published poet and a muse to many, Candice is a beacon for local and international artists, a champion of their dreams and visions. Her collaborations span genres and mediums, a testament to her boundless creativity. With a track record that glistens with successful networking, adept problem-solving, and spellbinding performances, Candice Belton is a true luminary. Her compass is authenticity, seeking opportunities that resonate with her soul—a journey defined by originality and flair.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: April 30, 2024Guido is a Berklee College of Music alumnus and an award-winning film and game composer.His accolades include two Intel Game Awards at the Game Developers Conference for his video game music, first prizes for best film music at the California Independent Film Festival (San Francisco, CA) and the Indie Gathering International Film Festival (Cleveland, OH), as well as a Telly Award for best commercial music.As a musician, producer, and arranger, Guido is involved in significant projects. He has worked and recorded at studios including Abbey Road Studios (London, England), Winspear Opera House (Dallas, TX), AKSS Studio (Valencia, Spain), Studio 22 (Budapest, Hungary), and Estudio 13 (Mexico City).He currently directs Arcella Sound based in Mexico. His clients include Nintendo, Kia, Pepsi, Paramount, Coca-Cola, and more.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: April 25, 2024Jeff Murphy has an extensive background in the film industry, having contributed to over 150 feature films. Notably, he served as the lead editor for the Emmy® Nominated Ryan's Mystery Playdate, working on 90 episodes, and for 76 episodes of Nickelodeon's Emmy® Nominated series Mutt & Stuff. He also lent his editing expertise to Amazon Studios' 2018 Sigmund And The Sea Monsters, a project produced by renowned filmmakers Sid and Marty Krofft. Currently, Jeff holds the role of Visual Effects Producer for several prominent series, including Paramount Plus' The Really Loud House, NBC/UNIVERSAL'S Punky Brewster on Peacock, Amazon's Blippi's Treehouse, Disney's Coop and Cami Ask The World, and Disney Plus' Earth to Ned. He recently completed post-production work on Universal Studios' two theatrical films Justice and Werewolves. In addition to his television work, Jeff's talents extend to the realm of visual effects and sound design. In 2023, he contributed visual effects for notable projects such as Netflix's Red Notice, Amazon's Jack Ryan, Amazon's Gen V, and The Terminal List, while also working on sound design for Stranger Things: The Experience. Looking ahead to 2024, Jeff is gearing up for upcoming projects including Netflix's Blippi's Job Show and Hulu's The Old Man. Jeff is the founder and co-owner of the award-winning Hollywood/Los Angeles-based post-production studio, Quest Pacifica LLC. The company specializes in 26 years of motion picture editing, sound, color, and visual effects for film, online streaming, and television. In 2022, Quest Pacifica was awarded #585 in INC. 5000 Magazine as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, and in 2021, they were ranked #1157. Quest is a TPN compliant and certified facility with Multiple Edit Suites, a Davinci color bay, ADR Room, Theater Screening Room, and 9600 sq ft of creative space. Jeff continues to work in the gaming industry for the XBOX 360, XBOX One, PlayStation, and Nintendo platforms.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Patrick Voetberg moved to Los Angeles in 1989, after graduating from the University of Michigan, with the goal of becoming a feature film editor. After learning the ropes in live action editorial on several films, including Doc Hollywood and Undercover Blues, his focus turned to feature animation. His credits include The Emperor's New Groove, Open Season 1 & 2, Planes, Despicable Me, Home, and Leo.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Join us for an insightful episode with a Los Angeles-based editor who boasts an impressive 19-year career specializing in advertising for film, television, and commercials. Our guest shares their extensive experience working across a wide array of networks and studios, skillfully cutting across various genres. Additionally, they discuss their involvement in the development of an in-house mentoring program designed to offer guidance and opportunities for assistant editors. This program enables emerging talents to learn, excel, and navigate their way in the competitive editing landscape. Tune in to learn about the intricacies of the editing world and the tools of the trade, including Avid, Final Cut, and Adobe Premiere, that help bring creative visions to life.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: 11/30/2020Dani Bowman, who founded DaniMation Entertainment at age 11 and began working in the animation industry by 14, has premiered 11 award-winning animated short films at San Diego Comic-Con over the past decade. Her films feature notable voices such as Joe Mantegna and Tom Kenny alongside other actors on the autism spectrum, reflecting her commitment to autism advocacy and employing individuals with autism in various creative roles. Dani's multifaceted career includes leading animation camps across the country, speaking at major conferences on autism and self-sufficiency, and mentoring young adults to inspire and empower them. Her efforts have earned her numerous accolades, including the Temple Grandin Award. Dani holds a BFA in Animation and an MBA from Woodbury University and currently stars in Netflix’s “Love on the Spectrum US”.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: April 16, 2024Emma Choate is a driven and adept filmmaker and producer seeking to work on projects that challenge viewers to think in new ways. She is drawn to the psychological and contradictory intricacies of the mind and how these dynamics can be applied to filmmaking both in the documentary and narrative context. Choate's brother is on the Autism spectrum. After watching season one of Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum (US)", she contacted the creator of the show to share how much she enjoyed the show. After a chance meeting over coffee, a job to work as a casting director producer of the show was presented!Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: 4/11/24Taylor Roberts is the Founder and CEO of the Mental Health Company, Season Of.  Season Of includes clothing, merchandise, wellness events, and media (upcoming). With her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Minor in Psychology, she was fueled to create a business that marries the two studies and passions. Season Of has partnered with mental health charities, hotels, companies in the non-alcoholic event space, artists, other brands, etc. She has been writing poetically under the alias (ToldByT) for 8 years on her personal journey through struggles/triumphs surrounding mental health, trauma healing, and interpersonal relationships/communication in hopes to give those silently struggling someone to relate to. Her mission through both Season Of and ToldByT is to create a community where others feel safe to express and fearlessly connect with others at any point of their journey.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Mason Lieberman is an award-winning composer, audio director, and producer known for his contributions to the gaming and anime zeitgeist. He prides himself on being a problem-solver whose biggest passion is always to connect people through music.Having started his professional journey as a freelance composer, he is most known for his work composing on anime series like Rooster Teeth's RWBY and Beyblade Burst Evolution, amongst many others. His music has enhanced the heroics of franchises like Spider-Man, Mobile Suit Gundam, Ultraman, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, while lending epic gravitas to titles like Apex Legends Mobile, Eden, Game for Peace, Devil Engine, Renaine, and many others. In 2019, he partnered with Asia Pacific government officials as an international ambassador to Australia representing the video-game music industry. As a multi-instrumentalist, Mason has had the great pleasure of working with a wide variety of media franchises, with personal favorites including Pokémon, Stars Wars: Visions, The Rising of the Shield Hero, Nintendo's Super Smash Bros. franchise, Riot Games' League of Legends, AMC's The Walking Dead, Made in Abyss, Eden, Tower of God, Warhammer: Vermintide, Hell's Kitchen, and God Eater.As a public speaker, Mason Lieberman has addressed passionate audiences on subjects related to film scoring, anime music production, video game scoring, and music theory. He has lectured academically at Harvard University, UCLA Musicians Institute, Berklee College of Music, Stephen F. Austin State University, and many others.He was thrilled to present the official Cowboy Bebop charity single, ‘The Real Folk Blues’, in collaboration with Funimation, Sunrise, featuring special guest artists like Yoko Kanno and the Seatbelts, Steve Blum, and many more. This original arrangement hit #6 on Billboard global Digital song sales chart, as well as #1 on rock charts in Japan. In 2021, he shared the ‘Best Score’ award at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

My journey of entrepreneurship started in November 2008 after managing an unsuccessful political campaign.  I didn’t want another “real job.”  My dream was to be able to work from home with my wife, Melane. That opportunity came about in the form of an online furniture business.  Melane and my mother-in-law had started a very part-time online furniture company back in 2005 and I saw this as my shot at having my own business.  With the Lord's help, we did over $250,000 in sales in 2009 just on Craigslist and just in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.  Soon after, we started shipping furniture nationwide and expanded to Amazon and eBay.  In 2012, we learned about Amazon's FBA Program (Fulfillment by Amazon) and that set the trajectory for the next several years.  Instead of heavy furniture, we focused on smaller items that Amazon could fulfill for us.  We now primarily focus on wholesale and private label products where we have created our own brand. My passion to help others start and grow their own businesses lead me to writing books, creating courses and speaking.  My wife and I now have about 16 different streams of income.  In April of 2017, my son Callen was born and I am blessed to be able to work from home and not miss a moment of his life because of these various streams. I don’t say all of this to boast by any means.  It’s just to show you that you can have your dreams.  None of this happened overnight.  It was a lot of work, but it has been so worth it.  Since the end of 2008, I have not had a "real job." I want the same for you so I wrote Streams of Income, which breaks down the 3 main ways of making money online.  It's a short, easy read and will give you some direction as to which business model might be a fit for you.  I also host the Streams of Income radio show. Whatever your dream is, I want to be here to push you in the right direction and point you toward resources that will help you fulfill your dreams.  How can I serve you?Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Original Recording Date: 3/26/24Two time Grammy award winning producer, engineer and mixer. Signed to Sony Music Publishing. He has over 35 million streams on Spotify alone for Indie Artists that he’s developed and produced. Josh is a multi-instrumentalist that plays keys, guitar, and drums. Ready to create a unique sound that defines YOU as an artist! No cookie cutter pre-made bullsh*t here! 20 years of experience in the music business with over 15 platinum and gold records. He has a background in Urban, Alternative, Rock and Pop music. Our goal at Studio 1Zero is to give bands and artists an opportunity to sound as good as they deserve to sound.Luda and 1ZERO owner Josh Monroy crafted many albums and singles together including winning a Grammy for Rap Album of the Year with his 2006 “Release Therapy” album. With multiple credits on the legendary The Love Below album of Andre 3000, we helped craft the iconic sound of “Hey Ya” and “Prototype” Recording the hit that started it all “Baby”by Justin Bieber, once the most played song of all time.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Building Connections Across Music, Lifestyle, Brands & Live EventsCaroline Burruss is a sophisticated brand marketer inside a killer sales executive. She brings 25+ years’ experience pioneering connections across live events, audience experiences, sponsorship, and carefully curated branded integration that generates growth revenue built to scale. Her nuanced approach is rooted deep within her layered understanding of the artists, audiences, and community that cloak the brand-event ecosystem. Caroline develops savvy sales methods and robust pipelines with ambitious monetization strategies. She builds consensus across diverse stakeholders to usher deeper relationships that create the runway for long standing client partnerships. As an industry front-runner, Caroline brings a demonstrated commitment to environmental sustainability, social good, and DEI across internal teams, external brand partners, and artists.◉ Sponsorship Strategy & Leadership◉ Branded Entertainment◉ Venue & Festival Operations & Management◉ Monetization Strategies◉ Greening & Sustainability◉ Artist Development/Management/Promotion◉ Social Good Strategy & Integration◉ Live Streaming, VR and TechnologyEvents: Coachella ◑ Stagecoach ◑ Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival ◑ Tropicalia ◑ Hangout ◑ Electric Forest ◑ FireflyBrands: AB ◑ Red Bull ◑ Toyota ◑ Kellogg’s ◑ Converse ◑ PlayStation ◑ Lyft ◑ Bose ◑ Sirius XM Radio ◑ CMT ◑ YouTube ◑ Estee LauderJoin our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

With over two years of experience as the US Team Lead at Humanitix, I lead the business development and operations of the world's first not-for-profit ticketing platform that redirects booking fees into sustainable funding for education.I also co-founded The Josh Fund, a nonprofit organization that honors the memory of my brother Josh, who we lost to impaired driving, by facilitating and supporting access and opportunity to the world of music for aspiring musicians. Through The Josh Fund, I aim to amplify music, one beat at a time, and empower young artists to pursue their dreams and share their talents with the world.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Lawrence Grey is a lifelong musician, a dedicated educator, and a tireless proponent of music education in schools. Lawrence is the founder of YPG and serves as the head of curriculum development by designing innovative, engaging curricula that reflect the interests and lived experiences of students. With a Bachelor's Degree in Music Composition from New York University (NYU), a Masters Degree in Education from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), and as an Ableton Certified Trainer, Lawrence’s unique position singularly qualifies him to create curricula and lead a team of forward-thinking educators.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org

Michael is a freelance voice over artist and copywriter out of Los Angeles, California. My home studio is equipped with Source Connect Standard, a Sennheiser 416 and Neumann U87 and an Apollo Twin. I voice a wide array of work, including commercials, animation, video games, audiobooks, corporate narration, eLearning and medical narration. I have a degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Michigan and I toured throughout the world as a standup comedian for fifteen years.Michael Orenstein toured throughout the U.S. and Canada for 16 years as a stand-up comedian, coming to Los Angeles in 1996. Michael has worked on several game shows and appeared in dozens of commercials, short films, and theater projects. Michael taught improvisation and acting at the Lee Strasberg Institute for several years, before focusing on voice over. He has voiced hundreds of commercials, video games, dubbing projects, and animated shows over the past 17 years.In 2016, Michael began teaching voice over technique and character creation to students whose ages range from 3 to 70.One of Michael’s students is his 13 year old son, Avi, who was diagnosed as being on the spectrum when he was 8 years old.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org