It's Your Life

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·       A sit-down discussion with Hazel Ortega – Educational Psychologist, Serial Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Best-Selling Author.

·       Upcoming stage play, Liberándome

·       Best-Selling book titled “From Bounce Checks to Private Jets: The Mastery of Miracles”

·       Impact

·       Transformation

Biography

Hazel Ortega is a Master of Miracles, a serial entrepreneur, and an Educational Psychologist specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she overcame a challenging upbringing in a poverty-stricken neighborhood. In her book, "From Bounced Checks to Private Jets: The Mastery of Miracles," Hazel shares her inspiring journey of transforming her life and creating success for herself and her family. With a deep understanding of how our stories shape our lives, Hazel empowers audiences as a speaker, guiding them to manifest their dreams and discover the miracles within their own lives. She is dedicated to helping others rise above their circumstances and achieve extraordinary results. Her company, Ortega Counseling Center has become a beacon of hope and change, assisting nearly 45,000 injured workers. These individuals, who once faced bleak prospects, found their way back to school and started rewarding career paths thanks to the center's tireless efforts. As the Founder of the HIGH TIDE GLOBAL Foundation Hazel is committed to bringing educational opportunities to the most impoverished and at-risk communities in the world. Entrepreneurs’ organizations (EO) recognized Hazel’s work with the Global Social Impact Award in 2023.

Websites:

https://hazelortega.com/

https://hightideglobal.org/

Social Media

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hazel.o.ortega

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hazelortega_official/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazel-ortega-8b286248/

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·       A Sit-down discussion with Retired Rear Admiral Mike Manazir – Military Veteran and Author

·       Celebrating our Veterans

·       Commitment to a Higher Purpose

·       Service Beyond Self

Biography

Retired Rear Admiral Mike Manazir is currently the Vice President, Federal sales for Hadrian Automation. Hadrian, based in Torrance, California, builds highly automated factories. Mike is bringing Hadrian capability to the US Department of Defense to build aerospace and defense parts.

Mike served in the United States Navy for thirty-six years, retiring in July 2017 and transitioned to The Boeing Company. Mike left Boeing for Hadrian in January 2025.

In the US Navy, Mike was trained as a naval aviator and ship captain, flying 3,750 hours in the F-14 Tomcat and F-18 Super Hornet. Mike has 1,240 arrested landings on different aircraft carriers with fifteen overseas deployments. Mike is a graduate of TOP GUN.

During ever-increasing leadership responsibilities, leading 350 people to more than ten thousand, Mike commanded a Navy fighter squadron, a supply ship, the aircraft carrier, USS NIMITZ, and Carrier Strike Group EIGHT, embarked in USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER.

In his spare time, Mike is the best-selling author of Learn How To Lead To Win, thirty-three powerful stories of leadership and learning; Mike’s Maxims, a companion to the Lead To Win book, as well as two short e-books about fate and trust. All can be found on Amazon and other retail outlets. Mike also authors a weekly newsletter on discrete leadership topics.

Visit Mike at www.mikemanazir.com.

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·       It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

You Na Kheir, MD - Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

·       Mental health is not a weakness.

·       Seeking support is a sign of strength.

·       Healing takes time.

·       Christians can struggle too.

Biography

You Na Kheir, MD  is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. She has practiced medicine in diverse settings, including juvenile correctional facilities, community mental health clinics, psychiatric hospitals, and in global psychiatric care.

She currently serves as Development Officer at Valeo, a nonprofit organization that provides counseling and psychiatric care for global workers and their families. Passionate about speaking life-giving truths on mental health, You Na boldly shares from her own experiences of suffering along with her growing knowledge and understanding of the human mind.

She lives in Michigan with her husband and their two young children.

Website

Valeo website: https://www.valeo.global/

Social Media

Personal LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younakheir/

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·       It’s Your Life with Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

Rebecca Mannis, Ph.D --a Learning Specialist with expertise both in neuropsychology and instruction. She is also the Founder of Ivy Prep Learning Center.

·       Bridging the Gap Between Diagnosis and Real-World Application

·       Integrating Brain Science and Educational Practice

·       Whole-Person, Lifespan Approach to Learning

·       Empowering Families Through Collaborative Advocacy

·       Incorporating AI into instruction and consulting

Biography

Dr. Rebecca Mannis is a learning specialist with expertise both in neuropsychology and instruction / intervention /advocacy who is based in New York and has a global practice. Her program, Ivy Prep Learning Center, bridges neuropsychology or the brain science of learning and tactical support and intervention /enrichment across the lifespan. Masters Harvard Grad School of Education, where she also served as an appointee to the Ed School’s Alumni Council, PhD from Teachers College, Columbia U. Through her nonprofit, The Mannis Foundation, provides advocacy, programming and support for children and adults whose educational needs are not sufficiently met.

Social Media

Facebook: @ivypreplearningcenter

Facebook: Rebecca Mannis  

Twitter: @ivypreplearning

Instagram: @ivypreplearning

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/rebeccamannis

Website:

www.ivy-prep.com

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·       It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

Jessi Gold, MD, MS --the Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee System and an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

·       Burnout in Healthcare Workers 

·       Trends regarding Burnout within the Healthcare System

·       Tips to combat Burnout

Biography

Jessi Gold, MD, MS is the Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee System and an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.  This inaugural leadership position encompasses all five University of Tennessee campuses, and includes over 62,200 students and 19,0000 faculty and staff.  In her clinical practice, she sees healthcare workers, trainees, and young adults in college. Dr. Gold is also a highly sought-after expert in the media and has written widely for the popular press, including for The New York Times, The Atlantic, InStyle, Slate, and Self.  Her first book, HOW DO YOU FEEL? One Doctor's Search for Humanity in Medicine is a national bestseller and newly available in paperback. Dr. Gold is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. and M.S in Anthropology, the Yale School of Medicine, and Stanford University Department of Psychiatry, where she served as Chief Resident.

Website: 

https://drjessigold.com/

https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/How-Do-You-Feel/Jessi-Gold/9781982199784

Social Media: 

@drjessigold on Instagram

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• Sit down conversation with Dr. James JC Cooley on The JC Cooley Foundation: Options & Opportunities/The Choice Program
• Foundation & Vision
• Youth Empowerment
• Leadership & Community Building
• Legacy

www.cooleyfoundation.org

• Mindful Moments & Slow Travel Joys
• How the experience recharged us mentally and emotionally
• The amazing resort Xcaret and what we loved about it

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• It’s Your Life with Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation Dr. Liana Lianov - President and Founder of The Global Positive Health Institute and Assistant Professor at the Center for Positive Health Sciences, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland
• Positive health: engaging in healthy lifestyle habits 
• Positive health greater emphasis in self-care and health care
• Positive health interventions toward mental and physical well-being
• Positive psychology-based activities

Biography

Dr. Liana Lianov is a visionary global leader in lifestyle medicine and positive health. As
the driving force behind the development of the groundbreaking lifestyle medicine core
competencies, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare. She
received the 2022 Trailblazer Award from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine
(ACLM). She is the president and founder of the Global Positive Health Institute and
serves as an Assistant Professor at the Center for Positive Health Sciences, Royal
College of Surgeons Ireland.
 
Her leadership extends to her role as lead faculty for the ACLM Meaning, Purpose, and
Spirituality in Lifestyle Medicine Project and for the Physician and Health Professional
Wellbeing course. A few other roles Dr. Lianov has served include ACLM president,
American Board of Lifestyle Medicine Founding Vice-Chair, and Positive Health and
Wellbeing Division president at the International Positive Psychology Association.
 
Dr. Lianov has shared her expertise on various platforms and through scholarly articles
and books, recently including Roots of Positive Change, the Rutledge International
Handbook of Positive Health Sciences, and Lifestyle Medicine from the Inside Out.
 
Website
https://positivehealth.world/about/
Social Media
https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalPositiveHealth

A sit-down discussion with Dr Michael Mantell- Seasoned Mental Health Professional, Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach, and Prolific Author.

Why are so many people still struggling, even with therapy and medication?

The missing piece isn’t in a pill or a couch. It’s in the soul. 

Why reconnecting with spirituality may be the breakthrough modern mental health has been missing

Dr.Michael Mantell

Biography

As a seasoned mental health professional, Dr Mantell specializes in Rational Emotive Behavior Coaching & Cognitive Behavioral Coaching to help individuals break free from self-defeating patterns and build resilient, thriving, autonomous mindsets.

With decades of professional experience following his MS degree from Hahnemann Medical College and his PhD from the University of Pennsylvania —including roles as Chief Psychologist for the San Diego Police Department & Children’s Hospital of San Diego, Senior Consultant for Behavioral Sciences with the American Council on Exercise, an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCSD Medical School, and decades long membership in SAG-AFTRA—he’s dedicated his career to bridging the gap between theory and real-world mental wellbeing. His main focus is helping people disturb themselves less.

Dr. Mantell is a prolific author with four books to his name, including his recent work, "The Link is What You Think," "Ticking Bombs: Defusing Violence in the Workplace," and his iconic 1988 original "Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff PS: It’s All Small Stuff" and its 25th Anniversary Edition.

Most recently he’s been an invited presenter for Harvard University’s course, “The Art and Science of Empowering People to Change..”  You can follow his free daily “MantellPoints2Ponder” on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Dr. Mantell’s website is www.drmichaelmantell.com

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• It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

Dr. Mickey E. Abraham - Neurosurgery resident at UC San Diego with a focus on bioethics, innovation, and regenerative neurosurgery.

• Stem cells for spinal cord injury
• Brain computer interface
• Bioethics 

Biography

Dr. Mickey E. Abraham is a neurosurgery resident at UC San Diego with a focus on bioethics, innovation, and regenerative neurosurgery. Holding an MS in Philosophy from Columbia University, he has developed expertise in neuroethics and served as a resident member of the UCSD Bioethics Committee. His research spans gene therapy, stem cell interventions, and neuromodulation, with publications in Cell Stem Cell and bioethics literature. He has secured NIH and CIRM grants and co-investigated clinical trials in spinal cord injury and Parkinson’s disease. He is dedicated to integrating ethical principles into the development of novel neurosurgical therapies and advancing responsible medical innovation.

Social Media

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickey-e-abraham-713222b5/

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• It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

Marion Neubronner - a Harvard-trained Developmental Psychologist, Leadership Coach, and Mental Health Advocate

• Role of trained peer supporters in relieving pressure on mental health professionals
• Why reflective writing is powerful in high-stress professions.
• How AI captures conversation patterns, offers resource prompts, and improves peer supporter skills.
• A mental health ecosystem that’s data-informed, compassion-led, and globally scalable.

Biography

Marion Neubronner, a Harvard-trained developmental psychologist, leadership coach, and mental health advocate whose work bridges science, soul, and innovation. During her time at Singapore's Ministry of Health Transformation Office, Marion was a part of the team to identify innovations aimed at addressing mental health. Her passion for compassionate technology led her to Happi.AI, where she worked as an advisor with the team work alongside the late Dr. James R. Doty from Stanford to create a virtual peer supporter that offers empathy and non-judgmental care to its users. She has pioneered new ways to combine peer support, journaling, and AI to make mental health care more personal, preventative, and scalable. She is also a practicing counsellor on www.safespace.sg and a crisis responder. Marion’s vision is clear: healing conversations should be accessible to everyone — and she’s here to show us how to make that happen. 

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• It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with Mimi Allen a Founding Affiliate of Make Wellness, and Alan Jones – VP of Research and Development for Make Wellness
• What are Natural Peptides?
• Latest research suggest about peptides for recovery, cognitive clarity, and healthy aging
• Accessibility of natural peptides (drink, sachet)
• Upcoming Sleep Peptides

Biography

Mimi’s journey in health and wellness has been anything but conventional. A San Diego native, she began her career in pharmaceutical sales, specializing in dermatology, where she gained valuable insights into skincare and longevity. This sparked her curiosity about optimizing health from the inside out.

Her adventurous spirit led her to the CBD industry in its early days, when cannabis was still widely misunderstood. Mimi immersed herself in all aspects of the field, from cultivation to distribution, driven by a belief in the plant’s medicinal potential. Around this time, she noticed a growing interest in peptides and their synthetic versions to enhance performance and well-being, prompting her to dive deeper into the science of natural peptides.

Today, Mimi is focused on her venture with MAKE Wellness, a company dedicated to promoting wellness and creating opportunities through bioactive precision peptides derived from nature.  As a single mom to two sons, now 17 and 18, Mimi has reignited her passion for health and wellness. For her, it’s not just about appearance, it’s about unlocking the body’s full potential from within.

Email

[email protected]

Website

makewellness.com/mimi

 Biography

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 1991, Alan Jones earned his Master of Science in Human Nutrition with a specialty in Nutritional Biochemistry. In 2021, Jones decided to return to school and earn a Doctor of Philosophy degree. In 2024, Jones earned the standing of Doctoral Candidate with a 4.0 GPA as he continues working toward his PhD in Health Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry and Human Performance. He is expected to complete his research project and doctoral dissertation in 2025. His expertise is focused on Sarcopenia and related chronic diseases exacerbated by the age-related loss of muscle mass, muscle function, and muscular strength. As an anti-aging specialist, Jones is passionate about educating the masses on the harmful effects of muscle loss on metabolic fitness. 

Over his 33-year career in health and wellness and pharmaceuticals, Jones has held numerous positions, his last as the CEO of Monarch Pharmaceuticals. Jones is an expert in manufacturing operations, risk analysis, qualitative and quantitative statistical analysis, critical evaluation, and new product development from conception to completion. His nutraceutical and pharmaceutical product development career has led to the creation and market release of hundreds of formulas, generating revenues of more than $6 billion. As an industry executive, Jones's unique ability to turn theoretical concepts into applicable products that meet consumer needs is truly impressive. Jones recently served on the scientific and medical advisory board of a worldwide health and wellness company, helping to develop and design new product concepts and educational systems for their consumers. Jones is the VP of Research and Development for Make Wellness, responsible for consumer education and product research and development.

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• It’s Your Life With Dr James JC Cooley and Co-Host Dr Michael Mantell- Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behavior Coach have a sit-down conversation with

      Dr. Mickey E. Abraham - Neurosurgery resident at UC San Diego with a focus on bioethics, innovation, and regenerative neurosurgery.

• Stem cells for spinal cord injury
• Brain computer interface
• Bioethics 

Biography

Dr. Mickey E. Abraham is a neurosurgery resident at UC San Diego with a focus on bioethics, innovation, and regenerative neurosurgery. Holding an MS in Philosophy from Columbia University, he has developed expertise in neuroethics and served as a resident member of the UCSD Bioethics Committee. His research spans gene therapy, stem cell interventions, and neuromodulation, with publications in Cell Stem Cell and bioethics literature. He has secured NIH and CIRM grants and co-investigated clinical trials in spinal cord injury and Parkinson’s disease. He is dedicated to integrating ethical principles into the development of novel neurosurgical therapies and advancing responsible medical innovation.

Social Media

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickey-e-abraham-713222b5/

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A sit-down conversation with Dr. Adam Harrison - Former Family Physician; qualified (but non-practicing) Attorney-at-Law; Certified Life, Leadership and Executive Coach and Organizational Trainer, Company Founder; Keynote Speaker, and regular Podcast Guest and Host.

The higher suicide rate in men globally

The reasons for this

What we can do about it

Why, as a doctor, I am advocating for a non-medical preventative approach

Biography

Dr Adam Harrison is a former Family Physician; qualified (but non-practicing) Attorney-at-Law; Certified Life, Leadership and Executive Coach and Organizational Trainer (Award-winning Leadership Coach); Company Founder; Charity Trustee; Advisory Board Member; Healthcare Business Advisor; Contributor to various magazines e.g. Brainz, Intelligent CXO, BizPreneur Middle East, Physician Outlook; Keynote Speaker; and, regular Podcast Guest and Host.

He is particularly interested in workplace wellbeing, kind leadership, and the interrelationship between the two. He is also currently developing his business skills and will soon be launching a company which aims to drastically improve men’s mental wellness. He is married to an Attending Maxillofacial Surgeon with whom he is the very proud co-parent of two daughters, currently aged 9 and 11.

He can be contacted by email ([email protected] and/or [email protected]), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/), or via his website (www.dradamharrison.com).

Website: www.dradamharrison.com

Podcast: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/show/inspiring-women-leaders/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors

YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/

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• Sit-down discussion with Jason Talley – Creator and Innovator of A.i Bible Sagas
• Coming up on 2-year anniversary of A.i Bible Sagas
• The Book of Judges released this previous Saturday 
• The work and dedication that goes into making this series 

Upcoming :The Book of Ruth 

Biography

Jason Talley is a versatile individual known for being a musician and an all-around creative, born April 22, 1988, in Detroit, MI. Jason has always been passionate about technology. His journey in A.I. video design began in August of 2023.

Although self-taught, Jason has demonstrated a keen understanding of A.I. Visual and A.I. audio techniques to create the online series and movies known as A.I. Bible Sagas. His journey has been marked by a growing number of supporters across social media platforms with 1.7 million views on YouTube.

Beyond the professional realm, Jason is known for promoting positive thinking and speaking. In His journey, Jason envisions making A.I. Bible Sagas into a live-action TV series and a series of books based on the videos produced. 

Website

Book of Judges trailer

https://youtu.be/UI8dgMt4x3M?si=q7a_eYoBJ_Ioz8RN

Book of Ruth trailer

https://youtu.be/dxqU640kziU?si=Ov0eqvOns1Rtxrdc

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• Dr. James JC Cooley and guests discuss: From Vision to Investment:

What ATIC 2025 Delivered

• Strategic Investment Priorities for Africa's Growth
• Public-Private Partnerships Driving Infrastructure and Innovation
• Financing the Future: Innovative Capital Solutions
• Women and Youth in Trade: Shaping an Inclusive Economic Agenda

Biography

Dr. Cooley is the CEO and President of The It’s Your Life Media Television which is under the e360tv network. He is also the CEO and President of Cooley Books Publishing Company. Dr. Cooley is the international and national television Host of It’s Your Life With Dr. James JC Cooley. The show is Live on over 80 Live Streaming Platforms including e360tv, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Roku, Apple TV, Twitter, Instagram, and other streaming networks which can be seen and heard in over 170 countries.

Dr. Cooley is the Founder, CEO and President of Cooley Books Publishing Company. He has authored and been a featured co-author in various books including: #1 Amazon Best-Seller book titled Joy 365: A Devotional For Joy Restoration (2024). The #1 Amazon.com Release and #1 Amazon.com Best-Seller book titled “A Black Man’s Point of View: Mind, Body, and Soul” (2023). “Country Boy, City Boy, A Journey, That Ain’t Over Yet” (2020) & Audiobook narrated by James Cooley (2021), The Book of Knowledge: “Your Pathway to Enlightenment (2015), My Path (2014).

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• A sit-down discussion with Joice Truban Curry -- President & CEO, Joice leads c3 Communications, Inc. (c3)
• How c3 differentiates from other PR firms
• How PR has evolved over the years
• How does PR navigate a crisis when the media is coming at you fast in all directions
• Navigating people’s attention
• The change in the media landscape

Joice Truban Curry

Biography

As President & CEO, Joice leads c3 Communications, Inc. (c3), a nationally recognized boutique agency she grew from a one-person shop in 2000 into one of San Diego's most successful public relations firms. Her creativity, energy, and public relations savvy drive impactful programs for clients across diverse sectors, including hospitality, tourism, retail, B2B, restaurant, consumer product, non-profit, wellness, healthcare, and entertainment. She is particularly passionate about events and launches, putting her energy and strategic vision into making shows, grand openings, product launches, and new initiatives truly shine. Before founding c3 in 2000, Joice served as an Assembly representative for the California State Legislature, was the media relations director and national spokesperson for the Children's Hospital and Health Center San Diego and worked at Berkman Communications as senior executive.

Beyond her client work, Joice is deeply active in the industry and community. She is a two-time past president of the San Diego Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and a past chair of the national PRSA Honors and Awards Committee. Her excellence has been widely recognized, earning her accolades such as the 2009-2010 Public Relations Professional of the Year by the San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter of PRSA, three national Silver Anvil awards (the highest honor in the field), and recognition as one of San Diego Metropolitan Magazine’s Top 40 Outstanding Community Leaders. Most recently Joice was just awarded one of San Diego’s 2025 Women of Influence by San Diego Metro Magazine.

She also dedicated many years of service to The American Red Cross as a volunteer PIO in disaster situations. Today, she donates time and agency resources to The Salvation Army San Diego, where Joice chairs the volunteer marketing executive committee and has been honored with the Most Valuable Philanthropist award for her volunteer work.

Joice is a proud SDSU alum. Go Aztecs!! When she’s not at c3, she loves traveling with Sean, her husband of 29 years, and spending time relaxing with him and their all-white rescue cat, Chloe, at their Carmel Valley home.

Website

https://c3publicrelations.com/

Social Media Channels

Facebook

@c3CommunicationsInc

@joicetc

Instagram

@c3communications/

Twitter

@c3Communication

LinkedIn

@c3-communications-inc-/

@joice-truban-curry/

A sit-down discussion with Dr. Tina Gottlieb -- Upper Cervical Chiropractor

When you invest in yourself, the possibilities increase.

Investing in your wellness from within

Investing in your mindset

Investing in your influence

Dr. Tina M. Gottlieb

Biography

Dr. Tina M. Gottlieb loves helping amazing people get well, and stay well, because the possibilities increase when your body is functioning optimally and you can be the best version of you.

• Dr. Tina is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor.
• Graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, 1996
• Dr. Tina has been in practice since 1996 and has served the Temecula Valley since 2002.

Dr. Tina loves what she does. There’s nothing more fulfilling to her than witnessing patients go from feeling, “I’ve tried it all” and “this is ruining my life” to sharing with joy, “Dr. Tina, you won’t believe how great I feel and what I was able to do!” Dr. Tina is all about helping her patients create POSSIBILITIES.

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• A sit-down discussion with Channing Chasten – Author, Motivational Speaker, and Mental Performance Coach
• The 1% Kid: My Journey from Dream to Reality
• Why I Wrote The 1% Kid
• Building the 1% School System: Rethinking Education Around Growth
• The 1% Kid Foundation: What We Do and Why It Matters

Biography

Channing Chasten is a former professional soccer player, author, motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, and mental performance coach. A graduate of The Ohio State University, Channing fulfilled his dream of playing Division I soccer before going on to compete professionally with Phoenix Rising. He is the author of "The 1% Kid", a powerful story of perseverance and mindset, and the founder of the 1% Kid Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential.

Website: theonepercentkid.com 

Instagram: @channingchasten @the1percentkid 

YouTube: @the1percentkid 

TikTok: @channingchasten @the1percentkid 

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• Sit-down discussion with Dr. Tia Murry -- Distinguished Leader, Motivational Speaker, Professional Certified Mindset Coach, 3x-Best Selling Author, and Co-Founder of Veridian Christian University.
• Discuss the upcoming graduation ceremony in Dallas, Texas

Biography

Dr. Tia Murry is a distinguished leader in educational innovation, diversity advocacy, and community engagement. With over twenty-three years of experience in social services, government, education, and non-profits, Dr. Murry has transformed academic programs, championed equitable learning environments, and inspired countless others through her dedication to success and inclusion.

Dr. Murry as a thought leader has consistently excelled in roles that leverage her expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and strategic planning. As a noted speaker, she has presented at numerous national conferences, sharing insights on culturally responsive pedagogy, systemic equity in education, and leadership development. Dr. Murry has performed groundbreaking work in HR practices and organizational development where increased revenue happened through sustainable strategies. She has managed multimillion-dollar budgets and implemented effective HR policies which has earned her a reputation for transforming organizations from the ground up.

Dr. Murry's accomplishments include launching award-winning mentorship programs, creating community outreach initiatives that engage families and local stakeholders in the educational process, and publishing articles on topics such as educational equity, women and student empowerment, and transformative leadership. Her work has garnered several accolades, including the Women of Distinction award by The United National Global Women Foundation, Women in Management Africa Award and Champion Leadership Award U.K.

Beyond her professional roles, Dr. Murry is an active board member for several nonprofit organizations focused on youth development and serves as a mentor to aspiring educators and leaders. Passionate about creating educational opportunities for all, Dr. Murry continues to drive meaningful change in education, blending her deep expertise with an unwavering commitment to equitable access and lifelong learning.

Websites: www.veridianchristianuniversity.com

Social media: 

Veridianchristianuniversity -- FB, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok

Social media tags: #vcu #onlineuniversity #university