After serving 40+ years as a nurse and case manager, Lori Schellenberg bypassed retirement to found Stepping Stone Advocacy Services. Her company matches patients and their families with Patient Advocates (i.e., licensed medical professionals who work with patients and their care teams to help overcome care challenges, find financial resources, and identify other important resources that improve quality of care.)

Lori is also a strong advocate for nurses. In addition to helping patients and their families, Stepping Stone Advocacy Services helps nurses pivot from the bedside by training them as Patient Advocates. The goal of the company’s nurse training platform is to prevent nurse burnout, provide nurses with key business skills, and keep nurses working in healthcare in a fulfilling way.

As the founder of pivotpath, Audrey McCollough draws from her own journey of transformation to help other nurses discover fulfilling careers beyond the bedside. Her authentic understanding of both clinical and business environments makes her a sought-after consultant in the healthcare technology space, where she consistently drives growth while maintaining genuine connections with the healthcare community she serves.

Maggie Ortiz (MSN, RN), is the founder of Advocates For Nurses, a one-stop resource for nurses seeking guidance, education, and empowerment. With a mission to support and uplift the nursing community, Maggie has created a platform where nurses can gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate the complexities of their profession and protect their practice.

Cat Golden (BSN, RN) is a multi-faceted individual - a nurse, entrepreneur, connector, and the ultimate hype girl. After practicing as a nurse for six years and launching the successful Nurses Inspire Nurses community and brand, she launched a new career as a Brand Engagement Consultant called “Middle Woman.” Leveraging her expertise as a nurse, motivational speaker, community leader, brand builder, and master connector, Cat helps other entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life, humanize their brands, and foster genuine connections.

Savannah Arroyo and Ky Arnold are two passionate nurses on a mission to create positive change in the healthcare industry through their financial wellness platform, InvestHealth. With an innovative solution tailored specifically for healthcare professionals, InvestHealth provides knowledge and a support network to empower all healthcare professionals to take ownership of their financial future.