Meet Our Speakers
As owner and president of Gardner Design, Bill has spearheaded impactful branding for industry giants like Kroger, the NFL, Cessna Citation, Cargill, Spirit AeroSystems, and others. With a keen understanding of brand dynamics, he prioritizes business objectives in all design endeavors.
As founder of LogoLounge.com, Bill pioneered a renowned platform for logo design, reflected in his best-selling LogoLounge book series and annual Logo Trend Report. He authored Logo Creed, a foundational text, and presents branding courses on LinkedIn Learning.
Recognized with an AIGA Fellow Award in 2014, Bill actively contributes nationally and internationally to the creative community through judging, speaking engagements, and board service. Outside of design, he’s completed a term as Vice President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
From German immigrant to celebrated business efficiency expert, Yvonne Heimann learned the hard way that systems aren't just nice to have - they're essential for survival. After rebuilding her business from scratch twice, she now helps entrepreneurs create businesses that run like clockwork without losing their soul.
As a certified NLP Practitioner and Timeline Therapy Coach, Yvonne combines the science of human behavior with practical business automation. Her clients call her their 'Systems Queen' because she transforms overwhelming processes into simple, sustainable systems that actually stick.
When she's not helping clients cut their workload in half while doubling their impact, you'll find her sharing her love for ClickUp and her passion of supporting Women-owned businesses on her podcast 'She IS A Leader'
Claudia Yaujar-Amaro is the founder and Executive Director of AB&C Bilingual Resources, LLC, a bilingual media and marketing company established in 2017 and headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. Under her leadership, the company has been instrumental in bridging communication gaps by connecting businesses and services with the Spanish-speaking community through marketing consulting, translation services, and Spanish advertising.
The Business Journals Kansas Department of Commerce In 2014, Claudia founded Planeta Venus, a Spanish-language media platform that began as a local radio talk show and has since evolved into an online radio station, podcast, and digital and print newspaper. This platform serves as a reliable source of information for the Latino community in Wichita and Southwest Kansas.
Claudia's contributions have significantly enriched Wichita's marketing landscape by fostering inclusivity and ensuring that the Latino community is both represented and engaged. Her efforts have not only enhanced communication between businesses and Spanish-speaking residents but have also promoted cultural understanding and community cohesion.
With Adjust Your Media, Jenna Quentin helps chiropractors change more lives using the power of stories. She and her team provide done-for-you digital marketing and social media account management, as well as group coaching if you want to do-it-yourself!
She hosts a podcast title, What Chiropractic Doesn't Cure: Stories of Innate. Jenna speaks on stages and screens to encourage, inspire and equip chiropractors to tell their stories. Jenna focuses on chiropractic because of how it has changed her family’s life. After years as a freelance writer and journalist, Jenna has found her purpose in telling other families about chiropractic and making the world a healthier place for her four children.
Jim Fuhs is President of Fuhsion Marketing of Marietta, GA. Jim is a retired Marine LtCol turned digital marketing consultant, speaker, live streamer, podcaster, and remote live stream and virtual event producer with over 30 years of business and social media experience. His business serves several diverse clients including small business, nonprofits, higher education, and local non-governmental and governmental organizations.
Jim fuses Marine Corps Leadership with Marketing. His 20 plus years of highly successful leadership experience as a Marine Corps Officer lets him bring that to bear in the ever changing world of Marketing and Technology.
Sierra Marie Bonn is a dynamic advocate for economic growth, digital innovation, and workforce development. With a background in engineering technology and innovation design, she helps businesses and organizations bridge the gap between technology and real-world impact. Through her consulting agency, ImpACT Consulting, Sierra collaborates with leading brands like Microsoft, the American Heart Association, and Sephora, bringing expertise in digital strategy, entrepreneurship, and community-driven innovation.
Beyond consulting, Sierra is the founder of Let’s Go Full STEAM Ahead!, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovators through STEAM education. As an author and entrepreneur, she has established a scholarship fund to inspire others to pursue their academic and career goals. Whether she’s mentoring entrepreneurs, hosting workshops, or leading community initiatives, Sierra is passionate about creating meaningful impact. Connect with her on social media: @sierramariebonn.
Meet the mastermind behind today's most explosive digital ad campaigns: Tony Christensen, the co-founder of Brick Social. His agency engineers revenue machines that have generated hundreds of millions of dollars in sales for brands bold enough to break convention, including industry giants like DoorDash, Leica, Drake Waterfowl, and The Westin.
When Tony speaks, businesses grow. His presentations reveal the secrets of attention capture that most marketers miss: transforming data into campaigns that stop thumbs mid-scroll and make people buy. As a creator himself, Tony's personal content has amassed millions of views, proving he practices what he preaches. Tony doesn't deal in theory—he delivers battle-tested formulas for immediate impact. Businesses leave his talks with actionable strategies they can implement same-day. Miss his insights, and you're essentially gifting market share to competitors.
@tonydoesads isn't just playing the game, he's rewriting the rules with proven results.
Phil Mershon, director of experience for Social Media Examiner and the founder of Unforgettable Events, crafts memorable moments based on years of unique event design. A multifaceted dynamo, he enjoys playing jazz saxophone, songwriting, and has written the bestselling 'Unforgettable: the Art and Science of Creating Memorable Experiences.'
Erin Manning, MBA is an accomplished marketing leader and the Vice President of Marketing at Exploration Place, where she has played a key role in enhancing brand strategy, expanding digital reach, and refining marketing tools and tactics. Her marketing and strategic efforts have helped the museum achieve record-breaking attendance and revenue milestones, further solidifying its position as a premier destination.
Beyond her role at Exploration Place, Erin is an adjunct marketing professor at Friends University, where she shares her expertise with the next generation of marketing professionals. Recognized for her industry impact, Erin has earned numerous accolades, including: Marketer of the Year (Wichita AMA, 2023), Gold Award for Integrated Marketing Campaign (Wichita AMA, 2023), 40 Under 40 (Wichita Business Journal, 2017), Women in Business (Wichita Business Journal, 2019), Women Who Lead in Marketing (Wichita Business Journal, 2020), Emerging Leaders Program (Wichita Business Journal, 2025). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Wichita State University and a Master of Business Administration from Friends University.