Jessica Billingsley is a pioneering tech entrepreneur and CEO/chair of Akerna—co‑founder of MJ Freeway—and the first woman to take a cannabis tech company public on Nasdaq. With a BA in Communications & CS from the University of Georgia, she’s a recognized advocate for women, sits on multiple boards, and delivers keynotes globally. Bryant Hayward is a seasoned portfolio strategist and family-office venture leader with 23 + years’ experience. As CIO at De La Prym and Venture Director at Family Office Association, he structures bespoke VC portfolios, prioritizes DPI-driven returns, manages exits, and guides multi-generational wealth succession—all while reducing fees and mitigating investment risks Mark Adelmann is CEO of Adelmann Family Office and an international finance executive with expertise in strategic management, team-building, and entrepreneurial leadership. A member of Keiretsu Forum Northwest & Rockies, he enhances company performance, fosters culture, and drives growth across banking, real estate, energy, transportation, and consumer sectors. His South Africa experience shaped his values.