Patrick Braswell is the co-founder of Ten Eight (teneightapp.com), an app that eliminates the need for a tour book while giving both Brokers and their Clients the ability to rate commercial buildings while on tour and founder of MOSatlanta.com a website that gives tenants advise on leasing office space in Atlanta.

Patrick is also one of two Principals of Scotland Wright Associates (scotlandwright.com) a boutique, full-service commercial real estate brokerage company based in Atlanta.

Jeanne Robertson is a professional speaker who specializes in hilarious humor based on her life experiences. Speaking to thousands of people annually, she utilizes her positively funny style to illustrate that a sense of humor is much more than a laughing matter. It is a strategy for success. Heard daily on SiriusXM.

James Ball is well known as a skilled, self-made, and counter cultural marketer among his peers in the marketing and social media space around the greater Atlanta area and beyond.  To say that James has a back story and a history like no other only begins to paint the inspiring portrait of his path toward becoming the successful entrepreneur that he is today.

James has a heart for small business and for the past several years he has strived to help them to understand and integrate social media into their marketing efforts through his blog, NotEasyToForget.com. The title itself is one more insight into the personality and experiences that make James’s story both exciting and inspiring. James lives in the North Georgia Mountains with his wife and daughter and 2 Boston Terriers.

Ginger Ackerman - 30+ years in sales and sales management.   Ackerman worked with large and small organizations such as Baxter Healthcare, Caremark and NDC Health.  She joined RPM as VP of Sales and was instrumental in the growth and sale of the company.  She has also started and sold a small successful business.

Josette Fleszar - 25+ years management experience in healthcare.  Founder and President of Receivable Process Management (RPM), founded in 2000.  In 2004, named 5th faster growing companies in Atlanta by Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2nd fastest growing women owned company in Georgia and top 50 entrepreneurs.  Sold RPM in 2004.  It sold again in 2005 and today is owned by a division of United Healthcare.

Ms. Hester is the CEO of LAN Systems, which provides IT solutions in the Greater Metro Atlanta Area.  LAN Systems is dedicated to providing business technology that works for people.

In 2004, Mary founded Intelligent System Solutions, Inc. (ISS) which provides high-tech consulting, sales and service to utility customers. Mary brings extensive experience managing a support and service group renowned for its “Best in the Industry” rating and standards.  She is an expert in customer loyalty and retention.  She has designed and delivered numerous training courses and workshops on a variety of topics.

Prior to founding ISS, Mary worked as the Support and Services Department Head for Advanced Control Systems providing assistance to customers on a wide-range of topics. Ms. Hester has a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an MBA from the University of Georgia at Athens. In addition to working with utilities on security and other topics, she is very active in the industry and serves on several committees that address security concerns for public utilities.

Mary volunteers for several not-for-profit organizations that promote engineering education and careers to young people. She is active in promoting engineering as a career to young women.  Mary serves on the Board of Utility Technology Associates, a not-for-profit dedicated to the advancement of education and training for electric power utilities which conducts the Southeastern Meter School and the Distribution Apparatus School.

Judi is the founder and chief of New Tricks, a company dedicated to helping small businesses to create branded WordPress websites. Judi also helps her clients use Social Media to grow their businesses.  She brings a wealth of experience into her work with a background that includes: a Ph.D. in Psychology, CEO of a medical records software company, and real estate developer doing design, build and restoration of special properties.

In addition to working with clients at New Tricks, Judi is the organizer of the Atlanta WordPress Users Group with over 900 members, is a frequent national speaker and blogger and publishes Just a Digital Minute, a popular weekly newsletter with easy social media tips.  Judi’s motto at New Tricks, is  “It’s Never too Late” …to start a new business, to have a great website, or learn to use new technologies to grow your business. Sign up for the Just a Digital Minute and visit New Tricks for more info.

Born in Oakland, California, Glenda’s drive and passion to make a difference with her music fueled this fire and light to go beyond touring the US, Asia and into Europe. Her talents range from songwriter, producer, philanthropist, music designer, healer and business owner to powerful vocalist and entertainer. She combines unique musical styles – blending sounds from the Middle East, Pakistan, Latin percussion from South America and even a driving grunge guitar to sell and point. With her soulful voice, she invites us to expand the boundaries of our minds, open our hearts and enliven our spirits.

Rhoda is a thrifting diva who frequented second hand shops long before it was cool! She loves repurposing and sharing her trash to treasure inspiration, as well as cooking and fun excursions, with others and does so daily on her blog, Southern Hospitality. Considered a veteran in her niche, Rhoda began blogging in early 2007 and has successfully turned her hobby into a full-time business. Rhoda’s passion exudes as she encourages others by instilling in them creativity and confidence that they, too, can achieve a beautiful home on any budget. Finding inspiration and sharing creativity at blog conferences is something that Rhoda loves to experience with other like minded DIY/home bloggers; therefore, she was motivated to get the ball rolling for Haven 2012!

Voicework on Demand, Inc. President and CEO, Sandy Weaver Carman, has over 30 years of on-air experience. Over the span of her radio career, Sandy has also written, voiced and produced radio commercials. Listen as Sandy discusses repurposing work you’ve already done to make more money for you, Listen as Sandy gives advice on how timeless strategies lead to success even decades after you’re learned them.

Anne grew up in Pennsylvania, attended Syracuse University in NY, and graduated with a degree in Social Work. She moved to Atlanta where she got married, and worked outside the home for many years until leaving the workforce to raise her children. Anne joined the direct sales industry as a Southern Living At Home (now Willow House) consultant 11 ½ years ago and has been enjoying it ever since.