Russ Crupnick is an Adjunct Professor at NYU's Steinhardt Music Business Program and is a recognized global expert entertainment industry consumer behavior and trends. He is the founder and managing partner of MusicWatch, a leading market research and industry insights firm.

John A. Anton, PhD grew up in New Jersey in a family where his father and mother were a scientist and an artist, respectively. They were exceptionally supportive and promoted his wide-ranging interests (e.g., art, music, nature, and science). When he was eight, a lizard terrarium in the entrance of his school captivated him, igniting his interest in dinosaurs. However, he was unsure what type of career to pursue until his father recommended taking an undergraduate geology course at Ruthers University. His suggestion turned into a degree and career and Dr.

Jamey M. Long is an author of various children’s, business, and education books. He is the owner of three companies that provides curriculum, reading, workshops, and educational materials for schools across America and business, educational, and leadership consulting to businesses everywhere. He is a member of the faculty at George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College and was nominated for the NVCC Alumni Federation Faculty of the Year Award.

Wallace, Rocky (D.SL). Professor of Education at Campbellsville University and former principal of a Kentucky and U.S. Blue Ribbon School. Authored, co-authored, or co-edited 12 books on servant leadership and organizational health in the school setting. Co-chair of CU’s Service Excellence Institute taskforce.

Theresa Y. Robinson Ph.D, Chicago Public Schools graduate has dedicated her career to the advancement of equality of opportunity for all learners in STEM education for over 20 years. She earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Secondary Education and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in science and environmental education from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.