JULY 2026
AUTHOR SUMMIT
SHOWCASE
The Author Summit Showcase is where powerful stories meet the people behind them. Join a curated lineup of impactful authors as they share the real moments that shaped their books, their voice, and their message. Go beyond the pages and step into the heart of their creative journey.
ONLINE SUMMIT EVENT | July 24, 2026 | 10:00AM - 1:30PM PT
This isn’t just a summit. It’s a space for connection, clarity, and inspiration. Whether you’re writing your own story or simply drawn to meaningful conversations, you’ll walk away with insights that stay with you long after the event ends.
FEATURED AUTHORS
Allison C. Williams
awilliams@awilliamslawgroup.com
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Allison C. Williams is a nationally recognized attorney, international speaker and business strategist and published author with 20+ years of experience. She founded Williams Law Group and scaled it into a multimillion-dollar firm in just 3.5 years, then launched Law Firm Mentor, an international coaching company serving law firm owners worldwide. Allison is the author of Tiger Tactics: CEO Edition and the forthcoming book Crushing Chaos: The Law Firm Owner’s Guide to More Money, More Free Time & Less Stress. She speaks globally on leadership, business strategy, and women’s empowerment, blending practical insight with deeply personal storytelling to inspire purpose-driven growth.
Dondee Sponseller
horizonofhope11@gmail.com
Grab a copy of her book:
Horizon of Hope (link to be added soon)
Dondee Sponseller is a faith-driven author and mother whose work bears witness to God's power to heal and deliver. Through courageous truth-telling, she shares her story of survival, faith, and freedom after escaping abuse, offering light to those who feel trapped or silenced. Dondee writes to affirm that healing, restoration, and wholeness are possible through God. Centered on resilience, justice, and reclaiming one's voice, her work encourages families to break cycles of abuse and step boldly into hope, dignity, and lasting freedom.
John A. Lanier
jalanier@middlemarketmethods.com
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John A. Lanier, CEO of Middle Market Methods, is a seasoned profit rainmaking “resultant.” He delights in serving leadership teams for whom excellence never rests in their quest for market share through competitive differentiation. His profit rainmaking odyssey spans over 40 years of continuously honing the secrets to loyal customers, exceptional operations, and inspired teams. His passion is acculturating teams with a “winning the right way” mantra. Through consulting, speaking, and writing, his infectious passion manifests in successful David and Davida competition with corporate Goliaths. Lanier is a proud member of a dog rescuing family.
John Gullo
gepetto44@gmail.com
Grab a copy of his book: Extraordinary Adventures of An Ordinary Man
John Gullo was raised in Buffalo, New York, where his street smarts turned to business savvy as he first worked his way up in the grocery industry. He then entered the restaurant business. He had many achievements while working for Burger King before he became a Burger King franchisee. But he wasn’t satisfied with only building restaurants. John was launching dozens of nonprofit projects with a massive patriotic flair in his nonprofit, The American Dream Foundation.
Always an opportunist, he found the sport of pickleball, built courts and started professional pickleball. He’s been called the father of pro pickleball.
Karen Ann Bulluck
karen@karenannbulluck.com
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Karen Ann Bulluck is a powerful storyteller and risk-taker. A best-selling author, speaker, and founder of DARING TO TRANSCEND®, Karen elevates the stories of women leaders to inspire change in business culture as well as their personal lives. Through her books, newsletters and speaking, she encourages women to take risks, embrace authenticity, and make an impact beyond the bottom line.
Karen was the first woman promoted to Executive Vice President at AM Best Company. Her career was marked by taking the risks to make many cross-disciplinary changes and have an impact on a wide variety of people and processes.
Karen is an engaging and inspiring speaker and the author of the Ascending Ladders Series of novels, Discovering Power, Pursuing Truth, and Embracing Trust. She is also a contributing author to three international bestselling anthologies.
Ethan King
https://ethanking.com
Grab a copy of his book:
Done. Let A.I. Do Your Work So You Can Live Your Life
Ethan King is a global keynote speaker, bestselling author, and award-winning entrepreneur who helps organizations lead with confidence in the age of AI. A former president of EO Atlanta and five-time global award winner from Entrepreneurs' Organization, Ethan has built multiple successful brands including stuff4GREEKS.com and Zeus' Closet.
His bestselling book, ChatGPT To Double Your Business In 90 Days, has helped thousands of businesses scale through AI and automation. Ethan's client work has been featured on platforms like Oprah and 60 Minutes, and he was named a cover feature of Best Self magazine. He is the co-host of the King Moves podcast.
FEATURED AUTHORS
ESMERALDA AHARON
esmeralda.aharon@gmail.com
Esmeralda Aharon is a combat veteran, three-time #1 international bestselling author, consultant, and keynote speaker who drives transformative leadership by integrating resilience, equity, and intercultural and interreligious expertise. For 26 years in the U.S. Air Force Chaplain Corps, she shaped contingency operations, led teams, and advised leaders on complex cultural and religious dynamics critical to mission success. After retiring, she co-founded Latinas Rising LLC to elevate women’s voices, amplify their stories, and create platforms for empowerment through the anthologies Calladitas Rising and Amigas Rising.
KIM BOLOURTCHI
kim@kimbolourtchi.com
Kim Bolourtchi is a former lawyer and competitive Latin dancer who now helps high-performing leaders do what she had to learn the hard way: stop performing and start leading with all of who they are. She’s the creator of Strategic Unruliness™ — and author of Strategic Unruliness: Break Limits. Build What’s Next. Kim shows leaders how to dismantle inherited rules, unlock hidden capacity, and lead with radical clarity and unapologetic power. This isn’t just inspiration — it’s transformation in real time.
SHERRY LYNN CAMPBELL
sherrylynncampbell@yahoo.com
Sherry Lynn Campbell is a novelist, storyteller and children’s book author as well as a life-long reader. Her favorite genres have always been Fantasy, Mystery and Science Fiction, She enjoys all yarn crafts, including crochet, knitting, embroidery and needlepoint. Her love of storytelling and song-making for the children in her classrooms led her to her first three books: M is for Mother, F is for Father and The Five Little Snow Kids for early childhood-aged children and their families to enjoy.
DEBI CORRIE
debi@acumaxum.com
Debi Corrie is a business owner and CEO of Acumaxum, a strategic CFO company. Her firm specializes in helping companies improve cash flow, increase profits and scale their businesses. She is the author of “Loving Failure – Getting Control of Your Business Health”. The book focuses on helping business owners understand how to use numbers to build successful companies. She tells stories and gives pointers for new startups and experienced business owners.
ELAINE DAMSCHEN
elainedamschen1@gmail.com
Elaine Damschen is an author, international speaker, and mastermind host who believes in “Love in Action”. She is a passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, leaders, and the skilled trades. Elaine was named “Woman of the Year” and “Top Entrepreneur of the Year” by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) for co-founding Mainstream Electric Heating, Cooling & Plumbing in 2000, a company named in the Inc. 5000 List three times.
GARY FRETWELL
fretwgl@gmail.com
Gary Fretwell is a transformational speaker, consultant, and author with over 40 years in higher education and organizational development. He’s worked with nearly 1,000 institutions across North America, blending psychology, storytelling, and practical insight to help leaders unlock purpose and take action. Gary’s books—The Magic of a Moment, Embracing Retirement, and Unlocking the Magic Daily Journal—offer inspiring, story-rich guidance for living with intention.
GABRIELA RAMIREZ-ARELLANO
grdarris@gmail.com
Gabriela Ramírez-Arellano is a bilingual thought leader, podcaster, and sought-after keynote speaker dedicated to amplifying voices and driving inclusive economic growth. As an immigrant from Mexico, she draws on her own experiences growing up in the U.S. to champion language access, empower women, and build thriving small business ecosystems. Gabriela is the co-founder of Latinas Rising, a #1 international best-selling publishing and empowerment platform, and leads Auténtico Podcast and She Led Badass Podcast.
TIM VAN MIEGHEM
tvm@proactiongroup.com
Tim Van Mieghem is a Founding Partner of The ProAction Group, an operational consulting firm that helps middle-market companies, family businesses, and private equity firms uncover hidden value.With 30+ years in manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain management, he has a track record of turning inefficiencies into measurable profit. Before launching The ProAction Group in 1995, Tim consulted at Arthur Andersen and a boutique supply chain firm.
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