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Brandon Gaydorus
Co-Founder

Brandon is a 5x author and founded Warm Heart Life in 2019. On the day-to-day, he focuses on helping individuals execute on personal, professional, and financial goals. He has been passionate about bringing personal development to his town of Stamford, CT, through events like A to B Con (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025), Map Your Way to Financial Freedom (2021), and a combination of both in-person and virtual Speaker Schools throughout North America. After being the youngest voted on Golf Digest's Top 50 Trainers in America List in 2019-20, Brandon decided to shift his focus from fitness to personal development with the intention of growing together with as many people as possible. Through his speaking schools, mentorship programs, comedy shows, and guest speaking engagements, Brandon has completed over 250 speaking gigs!

Carl Michel
Co-Founder

Carl Michel is a TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and generational voice in youth empowerment. Born in Haiti and raised in Stamford, CT, Carl has mentored over 24,800 young people—many who’ve been counted out, overlooked, or underestimated—and helped them turn pain into purpose, and potential into power. He’s not just a speaker—he’s a movement.

As the founder of the Youth Empowerment Show (Y.E.S.), Carl fuses hip-hop, motivation, and mentorship to speak the language of the next generation—and light a fire in them. His book 365 Hip-Hop: Daily Motivational Quotes continues that mission, offering daily fuel for self-belief and action.

Carl is also the creator of the Write A Legacy workshop, where over 200 aspiring authors have become published powerhouses. Whether it's fiction, poetry, or memoir—he helps people turn their story into impact and their voice into legacy.

For over three years, Carl has co-led speaker schools across North America alongside Brandon Gaydorus—equipping entrepreneurs, educators, and emerging voices to speak with clarity, lead with confidence, and move any room they step into.

Rob Tracz
Instructor

Rob Tracz is an international speaker, high-performance coach, and host of the long-running podcast Surviving the Side Hustle. Known for his direct delivery and high-energy presence, Rob has spoken on stages across North America—including all four A to B Conferences—where he equips high-performing professionals with the tools to master their energy, build resilience, and live a life that looks great, feels great, and does great.

As the founder and CEO of TAPS – Training, Rob has built a fast-scaling business that blends coaching, nutrition, recovery, and performance into a lifestyle system for sustainable success. His approach is science-backed, results-driven, and built for the real-world demands of entrepreneurship and leadership.

Whether it’s on stage, on air, or one-on-one, Rob doesn’t just teach optimization—he lives it. And he helps others do the same.

Solana Lewis
Instructor

Solana Lewis is a powerhouse speaker, podcast coach, and World Champion Powerlifter who’s made it her mission to help the next generation speak up and stand strong. With a wide variety speaking engagements under her belt—from livestream commentary to school stages—Solana understands how to command a mic and teach others to do the same.

As the co-coordinator of Podcast Club alongside Carl Michel, Solana speaks across NYC schools, equipping students from grade school to high school with the confidence, skills, and mindset to lead conversations and own their story. Her message inspires youth to turn their voice into a tool for influence—and their ideas into action.

In 2021, she founded Strength SoLutions Inc., where she coaches competitive powerlifters and provides expert-level nutrition support. But her true strength? Empowering others to step into who they are, speak with conviction, and show up fully—whether that’s on a platform or behind a podcast mic.

From the classroom to the commentary booth, Solana isn’t just speaking—she’s teaching others how.

John Mendez
Instructor

John Mendez is a TEDx speaker, AI coach, and optimization specialist who’s redefining what it means to speak with clarity, strategy, and scale. As a teaching instructor for Speaker School, John brings a high-energy, no-fluff approach to helping speakers and entrepreneurs harness the power of AI and content creation to expand their impact.

In 2023 alone, John delivered over 130 talks across stages, summits, and podcasts nationwide—earning a reputation for making complex tools feel simple, and turning insights into action. As the host of the Walk 2 Wealth podcast—ranked in the top 3% globally—he’s reached thousands of listeners across 60+ countries with tactical, mindset-driven conversations for growth-minded leaders.

John is also the founder of Stop and Stare Media, where he’s trained over 2,200 entrepreneurs and realtors to generate a year’s worth of content in under an hour using AI and strategic repurposing.

Donny Bristol
Videographer

Donny Bristol is a videographer, production specialist, and founder of DB Productions—trusted by speakers, brands, and institutions to capture moments that move. He’s filmed six speaker masterminds, served as the lead videographer for TEDxStamford, and helped bring the A to B Conference to life through compelling visuals.

Through DB Productions, Donny has partnered with hedge funds like Gramercy Funds Management, as well as elite events across fashion, weddings, and real estate—delivering media that doesn’t just look good, but leaves a lasting impact.

With over 10 years of experience as a Media & Production Control Center Specialist at Yale University, Donny brings both creative instinct and technical precision to every frame.

From high-stakes stages to high-end brands, Donny Bristol is the behind-the-scenes engine that helps powerful messages reach the world.

Brian Jerez
Videographer

Brian Jerez is a lead videographer, visual storyteller, and creative force behind the lens at five Speaker School Masterminds. Known for capturing not just footage—but emotion, energy, and transformation—Brian helps speakers and brands bring their message to life with clarity and style.

As the go-to Red Carpet Interview producer at A to B Con, Brian has interviewed and filmed top voices in the personal growth and leadership space, creating content that feels both cinematic and authentic. From high-impact promo shoots to unforgettable wedding films, his work spans industries—but his focus is always the same: elevate the story, highlight the subject, and make every frame count.

With years of experience across diverse clients and events, Brian Jerez brings professionalism, presence, and precision to every shoot. Whether it’s behind the scenes or center stage—he helps bold ideas shine on screen.

Beth Brown Photographer

Beth Brown is a TEDx speaker, professional photographer, and published author—known for transforming how people see themselves, both inside and out. With her signature phrase “You make my shutter go CLICK!®”, Beth empowers clients to drop the nerves, own their presence, and step confidently in front of the camera.

She’s been the Lead Photographer for every A to B Conference, capturing the energy, emotion, and elevation of each moment with unmatched clarity. From speaker stages to breakthrough sessions, Beth’s lens doesn’t just see people—it celebrates them.

A Women Empowerment Award recipient and the creative force behind countless Speaker School Masterminds, Beth combines visual storytelling with deep coaching insight, helping people come alive in front of the camera and in their lives.

Whether she’s leading a photoshoot or speaking from the stage, Beth Brown helps people see what’s already true: they are powerful, magnetic, and more than enough.