Julia Molinari, known online as "Jumo," is a 21-year-old content creator and third-generation Italian American whose cooking videos have captivated over 4 million followers across TikTok and Instagram. Her signature "Let's make a pizza!" videos showcase the art of handmade Italian cuisine—from perfectly tossed dough to family recipes passed down through generations—all filmed at Molinari's Italian Restaurant and Catering, her family's restaurant in Neptune City, New Jersey. Julia has been making pizza since age four, and her content exploded in January 2024, with her most viral videos reaching over 15 million views.

A current student at Rutgers University, Julia balances academics with her thriving content career and lifelong passion for dance. Her story demonstrates how authenticity, family heritage, and creative passion can combine to build something extraordinary—proving that the things you've grown up doing might just be the foundation for your future success.

Ben Sharf is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Platter, a tech-enabled Shopify agency that helps consumer brands design, build, and scale high-converting storefronts. Platter has built 200+ Shopify sites generating over $1B in GMV for brands including NeuroGum, Gainful, and Every Man Jack. Ben is also a YouTuber and podcast host, wellness enthusiast, and angel investor in 30+ startups.

Haven Lough is a 20-year-old content creator and serial entrepreneur with over 4 million followers across social media platforms. While pursuing his degree at the University of Florida, Haven has built and scaled multiple businesses, including a skincare brand and a pop-up yoga company. With six years of content creation experience, he's mastered the art of turning his online presence into real-world ventures. His approach challenges the traditional either-or mindset—proving that school, business, and content creation aren't competing priorities but interconnected pieces of a unified lifestyle.

Meg DeAngelis is a digital creator who rose to prominence on YouTube with beauty, lifestyle, and vlog content before expanding into fashion, vlogging entrepreneurial projects. She built a large audience through her channel MayBaby, later evolving her brand to focus on intentional living, routines, self-development, and creative business ventures. Meg has launched multiple projects centered around her brand and frequently collaborates with other creators and brands in the lifestyle and wellness space.

Kailey Anna is a confidence influencer with over 3 million followers across social media, known for empowering young women to build self-worth and confidence both online and offline. Through relatable, high-impact content, she has become a trusted “internet big sister” to millions of girls, blending vulnerability with bold self-love. Kailey has partnered with major brands including CoverGirl, Kiehls and Beats by Dre, and is recognized for creating culture-shifting conversations around confidence, identity, and showing up as your highest self.

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Dayne Carter is the Athlete Partnerships Lead at Snapchat, based in NYC where he works with athletes globally to shape social strategy and support key sports initiatives. Prior to Snapchat, Dayne started his career at The SpringHill Company, helping build LeBron James’ business portfolio working on major campaigns for brands like Beats by Dre, Coca-Cola, and JPMorgan Chase, before joining Bleacher Report to help grow their creator ecosystem working closely with House of Highlights. Outside of work, he is a lifelong sports fanatic (and proud, washed hooper) and a musician with one of his proudest moments being a halftime performance at a Brooklyn Nets game.

Aidan Brannigan is the Founder of No Boring Brands, the content agency behind some of the highest-performing brands on social media, generating hundreds of millions of organic views for clients. In less than two years, he built the largest marketing meme page on Instagram and now owns a network of work meme pages with 130,000 followers producing 15 million views per month. His campaigns have reached companies valued at over $100 billion, and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and AdAge. 

Beyond his professional achievements, Aidan's journey includes navigating a $500,000 crypto loss at age 20 and famously losing a spam-eating contest to Joey Chestnut in front of 14,000 people—experiences that have shaped his fearless approach to building brands that break through the noise.

Kaila Lim is a venture builder and tech ecosystem leader at Antler, where she helps shape and invest in the earliest versions of founders. She's known for hosting warm events, leading cohorts of 140+ founders through life-changing and bonding experiences here in NYC and in high desert retreats beyond the city. With a deep passion for public speaking, she launched her tech startup career in sales enablement at Sprinklr and Procore before harnessing her natural strengths to bring early founders together at Seoul Startups, The Org, and now at Antler. She was born and raised in New Jersey but has worked in New York, California, and Seoul. She writes about lessons she's learned the hard way at kailajlim.com.

Drew Evans is the Founder and Creative Director of HOMME FEMME, a Los Angeles–based street-luxury brand redefining how culture is positioned in modern fashion. Since launching in 2013, the brand has generated over $40 million in revenue through a hybrid wholesale and Shopify-powered direct-to-consumer model.

HOMME FEMME merges inner-city life with modern luxury — translating lived experience into elevated design and narrative. The brand has collaborated with institutions including the Kentucky Derby, Eddie Bauer, and Playboy, while building a loyal global audience at the intersection of fashion, sports, and pop culture.

Beyond his own label, Drew creates and consults for other brands and has worked with superstar artists including Drakes team, Chris Brown, Xavi, and others, operating at the intersection of creative direction, commerce, and cultural strategy.

Casey Adams is an entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host who launched his career at 17 with The Casey Adams Show, now ranked among the top 100 business podcasts worldwide. He has conducted over 400 interviews with founders and industry leaders.

As the co-founder of MediaKits, a groundbreaking SaaS platform for creator analytics, Casey played a pivotal role in its rapid growth, leading to its acquisition by Viral Nation in 2022.

Currently, he is the co-founder of Listener.com, a vertically integrated podcast network transforming the podcasting landscape. Casey continues to drive innovation in tech and media, founding new ventures and leveraging his expertise through strategic investments and advisory roles that shape the future of digital media.

Lana Ivory is an award-winning Product Marketing Manager at Meta, where she leads new Travel and Venue experiences for Meta AI Glasses. She has spent six years in Big Tech across Amazon Fashion, Alexa Smart Home, and AWS, driving consumer-centric initiatives for innovative products at scale. Lana is passionate about the intersection of technology, creativity, and human connection, focusing on building products that enhance how people experience the world. 

She is also a LinkedIn content creator focused on personal branding, navigating non-linear career paths in tech, and uplifting female and Gen Z voices in the workplace. She shares practical insights to help the next generation build confidence, visibility, and momentum early in their careers.

Adam Ornelas is the Head of Celebrity and Talent Marketing at DoorDash, where he leads high impact partnerships with top creators, athletes, and celebrities to drive cultural relevance and business growth. He brings a social first, culture driven approach to marketing, building campaigns that show up authentically in the moments people care about most. With a background spanning global partnerships, brand marketing, and influencer strategy, Adam specializes in turning cultural moments into measurable impact.

Gibson Ardoline is a 19-year-old content creator and business student at the University of Florida. As his high school's valedictorian, Gibson has balanced academic excellence with building a successful social media business over the past three years. With a growing following across platforms, he's turned content creation into a fully monetized venture while pursuing his Business Administration degree. His mission is to show other students that you don't have to choose between education and entrepreneurship—you can excel at both.

Kamil Strycharz heads the Chicago Bulls’ Creator Marketing function, on the Content Marketing team. Prior to his current role, Kamil served as the org’s Digital Content Strategist, growing and expanding the Bulls’ digital and social media presence of the brand. Before his 9 years with the Chicago Bulls, Kamil throughout college represented DePaul University in national competitions in social media marketing strategy and graduated with Honors Marketing and Finance.

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Brady Shepherd is a YouTuber and TikTok creator known for his wholesome, comedic content including viral gym pranks and public social experiments. With nearly 800,000 YouTube subscribers and over 600,000 TikTok followers, Brady creates entertainment that spreads positivity while connecting with his audience. He started creating content at age 13 and has since built a reputation for lighthearted videos that bring strangers together through humor.

Jake Aronskind is the CEO & Co-Founder of Pepper, one the leading recipe sharing platforms in the world. A former stock trader turned entrepreneur, he has scaled Pepper to $1M+ ARR and 2M+ users while growing a social following of over 1.5M. Along the way, Jake competed on Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars (S1) and was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 (2025).

Jacqlyn Burnett is a business leader and author with formal training in integrative nutrition who applies wellness principles to brand building, operations, and lifestyle design. She is the author of Happiness Habitat and currently serves as Vice President of Operations at Fancy Peasant, a premium Greek-inspired pantry and lifestyle brand known for elevated essentials and a longevity-driven philosophy.

Guided by the belief that excellence should extend to every area of life, Jacqlyn integrates her wellness education and business expertise into how she builds systems, teams, and experiences — creating environments where both people and businesses can thrive.

Scott Braun is the President and co-founder of the Foul Territory Network, which features 30 digital baseball shows/podcasts under its umbrella. He hosts the daily live YouTube show Foul Territory and has managed over 100 brand deals for the network since its 2023 launch. Braun previously served as a host and play-by-play announcer at MLB Network for 11 years, including calling the World Baseball Classic and World Series for MLB International, and serving as the voice of YouTube's exclusive MLB Game of the Week package. Prior roles also include NHL Network host and SNY broadcaster calling New York Mets games. Braun graduated from the University of Miami and grew up in Warren, New Jersey.

Vin Matano is the founder of Creatorbuzz, a B2B influencer marketing agency that helps SaaS and tech companies build and manage creator-led programs and content. After six years in B2B SaaS sales, he transitioned into full-time entrepreneurship as a B2B creator, leveraging the audience he built across LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Vin documents the highs and lows of scaling Creatorbuzz, shares tactical insights on LinkedIn and the creator economy, and frequently speaks on topics like personal branding, B2B content, and influencer strategy.

Jay Hammonds, an award-winning technologist, born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, currently works on the Corporate Engineering Team at Robinhood. Formally holding a role at Facebook for 10 years where he worked directly with their CEO and COO.

In 2012, Jay helped create the Year Up @ Facebook program which has helped bring in 1,000+ diverse interns. In the community, Jay serves as an advisor, board member and mentor and consultant for a multitude of community organizations. His story landed him on 60 Minutes and the 2018 Class for Forbes 30 Under 30 in the field of Enterprise: Technology. 

Jack Nauseef is an Atlanta-based content creator focused on wellness, performance, and uplifting his audience through his authentic storytelling. He prides himself on staying true to who he is and showcasing his principles through his content, which has helped him to build a highly engaged community over the past year.

A graduate of Clemson University, where he earned a spot on the basketball team, Jack relocated to Atlanta and began creating content that offers an energetic and insightful look into life, training, and wellness around the city. He recently completed the 2025 New York City Marathon and is slated to run the 2026 London Marathon this spring. Jack has partnered with leading brands including Brooks Running, CLIF Bar, and Barebells, wth exciting projects already in the works for 2026.

Trace Young is a former LSU basketball player and founder of the 99 Network — a company dedicated to helping college athletes unlock NIL, build their personal brand, and maximize the window of opportunity they have to set them up for success beyond their eligibility. Trace was featured in Amazon Prime Video’s The Money Game docuseries alongside Livvy Dunne, Angel Reese, and Jayden Daniels. The series spotlights his journey navigating the evolving NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) landscape. Off the court, Trace is known for his engaging vlogs music creation, and natural talent for content creation, blending lifestyle and storytelling.

Liv Schreiber is a New York–based founder and pioneered building modern communities for friendship, fun, and bold new chapters. She’s the woman behind Camp Social and Hot & Social, two viral event brands with over 130,000 on the waitlist, turning strangers into friends and weekends into lifelong stories. 

Schreiber has masterfully activated with brands who want to buy into her community: Dunkin’, Amazon, Nello, Saucony, Jones Road, to name a few. Adult sleepaway camp, anyone?

She believes your life gets bigger the moment you say yes.

Justin Johnson is a marketing and creator partnerships executive with more than a decade of experience shaping entertainment and technology to drive cultural relevance and economic growth. Most recently, as Head of Market Development at Acorns, Justin led strategic partnerships with creators, brands, and sports organizations, developing large-scale marketing campaigns to expand financial access and empower communities across key US markets.

Previously, Justin has held Senior roles at MoonPay and Facebook, where he built and scaled creator-led programs and entertainment partnerships that delivered over 2B+ consumer engagements and $500M+ revenue impact. His work has spanned collaborations with Professional sports leagues, entertainment properties, and leading creators-- focused on leveraging cultural moments to spark growth and business impact. A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, Justin also serves on multiple advisory boards supporting the creator economy, creative community and higher education including: Soho House, Global Influencer Council, The Red McCombs School of Business and The Terry Foundation.

Mr. NYC Subway is a New York artist whose photography has been published in the New York Times, Yahoo, and NBC New York. With a strong passion for capturing images of the NYC Subway and having worked with some of the most talented creators in New York (e.g. Ed Sheeran) and biggest brands (e.g. Banana Republic), Andreas (@mrnycsubway) has been able to grow substantial followings on both Instagram (350,000) and TikTok (2.1 million) through his unorthodox imagery.

Andreas’s most notable exhibits have been in NYC (Artexpo New York), Las Vegas (Aria Hotel), and Art Basel Miami at Red Dot Spectrum. Mr. NYC Subway is represented by Art Brokers Jason Perez (based out of Miami) and KHS Gallery (based out of New York).

Originally, Andreas is from San Diego, CA, but he moved to Manhattan in 2014 with aspirations to find his true calling as an attorney within business law. After several years of living in the Big Apple, Andreas would discover much more about himself than just being a lawyer.

Andreas started his artistic journey back in October of 2017 as an effort to change how he viewed his commute. Instead of focusing on all the negative aspects of the NYC Subway, he shifted his attention towards its positive and creative characteristics.

After making this change in perspective, Andreas discovered his passion for photography and bought his first camera. Fast forward to the present day, Andreas is now a professional photographer who captures portraits, street photography, and landscape images which have been sold all over the world.

Megan Million is a viral college student and digital creator with over one million followers, known for uplifting, feel-good videos that turn everyday moments into powerful reminders to be you — do you. Her content is energetic, inspiring, and confidence-boosting, encouraging people to show up as themselves, connect with others, and enjoy life exactly as they are.

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Jordan Green is a 22-year-old entrepreneur, born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, and an alum of Indiana University. He’s the founder of Glacier, a creator-led marketing agency that helps brands and talent connect with Gen Z through culture-driven, internet-native viral content.

Jordan got his start at 13, flipping fidget spinners and hype sneakers, then scaling an Instagram meme network to millions of followers while still in high school. Growing up far from major cultural hubs, he learned early how the internet shapes culture — a perspective that now fuels Glacier’s work.

Through Glacier, Jordan has collaborated with brands like Chipotle, Uber, PRIME, DoorDash, Twisted Tea, Jeep, Snapchat, Fox Sports, and Sony Music, leading campaigns around major moments like March Madness and The College Football Playoffs.

Matthew Shaw is the Founder and CEO of Bebida Media, a digital media company built around fans, for fans. Bebida has expanded into a multi-network platform including Bebida Tailgate, Bebida Pop, and Bebida TV — designed to deliver high-energy, fan-first content across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and live experiences.

Driven by a passion for sports business, content strategy, and community building, Matthew focuses on creating scalable media systems — from studio production and interactive trivia formats to brand partnerships and live event activations. His mission is to build Bebida into a cultural media powerhouse that connects fans to the moments, debates, and personalities they care about most.

Over the past 3 years, Bebida has accumulated over 5 billion views and Matthew is quickly becoming a leading architect in the new creator-led media world.

Katrina Chan is the Head of Affiliate Marketing at T-Mobile, where she leads Performance Partnerships and works closely with third-party partners to help promote T-Mobile’s products and services. She earned both her undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Washington and has spent most of her career in digital media, starting in paid search before discovering and growing into affiliate marketing. Katrina enjoys sharing how making connections and exploring different paths helped shape her career, and outside of work, she loves traveling and finding new restaurants/cafes.

Colby Hidalgo is a 21-year-old real estate professional working in South Florida’s luxury market. Born and raised in the area, he developed a strong appreciation for South Florida’s lifestyle, communities, and architecture, which naturally led him to pursue a career in real estate.

With over two and a half years of experience, Colby is a member of The Corcoran Group on the Fred Moran team and has contributed to more than $25 million in closed transactions across South Florida.

Colby believes real estate is about far more than transactions—it’s about people, trust, and relationships. He understands that helping clients buy or sell a home often means helping families make one of the most important decisions of their lives, choosing the place where memories are made and futures are built. Colby takes that responsibility seriously, treating every client like family.

Looking ahead, Colby aspires to become more involved in real estate development, working closely with builders and identifying land opportunities throughout South Florida.

Julianna Dunne is a brand manager and strategist specializing in athlete marketing and NIL partnerships. She works with Fortune 500 brands and top athletes—including her sister, Livvy Dunne, the highest-earning female NIL athlete—to execute large-scale campaigns, translate contract deliverables into high-impact content, and scale NIL partnerships from concept through full deployment.

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Blake Wynn is a dynamic entrepreneur who started his business journey at age 12 by reselling sneakers and made over $300,000 in his first four years. Now in his mid-twenties, he serves as CEO of B Wynn Sports, connecting professional athletes with brand partnerships, and founded the Celebrity Poker Tour, which completed its first season in 2024. Through his YouTube channel "Just Wynn Sneakers," Blake has built a community of over 380,000 subscribers, and was named one of the influential entrepreneurs of 2019 by the Imperium Group. His story demonstrates how passion and persistence can transform childhood interests into successful business ventures, making him an inspiring speaker for students exploring their entrepreneurial potential.

Paul Kanarek has spent more than 40 years in the for-profit education space, first helping to build The Princeton Review from nothing into one of the foremost educational brands in the world. After Princeton Review, he was the CEO and majority shareholder in Collegewise, turning that company from a single location endeavor in Irvine, California into one of the largest college admissions consulting companies in North America.

Today, Paul serves as the Chairperson for Summer Discovery’s Board of Directors and is also on the Board for Crimson Education

Paul has given thousands of speeches around the world to hundreds of thousands of people regarding tests, the American university admissions system and the increasing importance of social emotional development. He is frequently interviewed on television, podcasts and in the news media regarding college admissions trends.

Paul was born in England, spent his early teen years in Africa and moved to the USA right before he went to UCLA. He, his wife and his twenty-five various animals live on a ranch in Santa Ynez, California.

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Christina Vittas is a social media maven best known for bringing @Elmo and @SesameStreet friends to life online. Named ADWEEK’s 2025 Social Media Rising Star, she has earned 13 Webby Awards, five Anthem Awards, and three Clio Awards, and has also been Emmy-nominated for her work. Blending strategy with imaginative storytelling, she leads cross-platform campaigns with a personal mission to make the internet and beyond a brighter, better place.

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Kent Padgett, known online as KentSports, is a dynamic sports content creator and storyteller who has built a passionate following of over 150,000 on TikTok and 75,000 on Instagram by blending commentary, engaging narratives, and lifelong ball knowledge. Based in North Carolina, Kent has been creating content since 2020 and transitioned full-time in the summer of 2024, establishing himself as a go-to voice in the space through collaborations with top brands like FanDuel and Bleacher Report. He is known for his authentic, entertaining takes on college football, the NFL, NBA, and more.

Jonathan (Jon) Galdamez, Founder of Galdamez Equity Partners, is a New York based entrepreneur, private investor, and content creator building at the intersection of business and media. He partners with emerging companies to help them scale while documenting the real journey of building at a young age. Jon has been announced to appear alongside ABC's Shark Tank investor Daymond John on an upcoming entrepreneur-focused series. He is also the youngest member of The Founders Club, a private community for 7- to 9-figure founders. Known for leveraging personal branding as a strategic advantage, Jon began building his brand in school and has translated that momentum into business and content creation, leading to partnerships with nationally recognized brands.