Our Speakers

Tom Mattaini

Owner, Pull the Pin

Entrepreneur and business owner. Leads a nationally recognized golf fitting center and innovates in the industry.

Joe Lapi.

President & Owner, Harding-Yost Insurance

Insurance executive with 30+ years of experience. Leads HYI’s growth, mentors staff, and enjoys Penn State football, family travel, and mastering the BBQ pit.

Sheila Jones

CEO, Whicked Results

Leads growth of billion-dollar brands and organizations. Award-winning author and TEDx speaker coach.

Patrick Carney

Financial Advisor & Team Leader, Rodgers & Associates

Helps clients simplify retirement planning. Guides investments, taxes, and financial decisions while supporting Lancaster students through nonprofit work.

Ruby Nolt

Vistage Chair, Executive Leadership Coach, R. Nolt Consulting LLC Founder

Consults with CEOs, founders, and c-suite personnel to assist with decision making, leadership effectiveness, and build resilient, high performing organizations.

Jeff Nicklaus

Owner & CEO, J&J Companies

Entrepreneur and business leader. Co-founder of J&J Companies. Loves mentoring, company culture, and building long-term impact.

Lori Porreca

Owner & President, A1 Energy

Energy consultant and business leader. Helps clients save on energy, optimize efficiency, and grow sustainable solutions.

Katie Sandoe

Keynote Speaker, Mindset and Performance Expert & Podcaster

Known as “The Sparkologist,” she combines a Doctor of Education with a fun, engaging style to make complex topics like burnout, conflict, and emotional intelligence feel accessible.

Fernando Garcia‑Aguila

Executive Chef

Cuban-born chef and culinary leader. Creates inspired cuisine, mentors others, and actively serves the Lancaster community.

Rafe Hottenstein

Executive Chef at Josephines

Rafe Hottenstein is the Executive Chef at Josephines in downtown Lancaster, PA.  

Todd Mealy

Head Football Coach

Historian, author, and educator. Executive Director at NICED. Loves football, kids’ books, and Pennsylvania history.

Danny Walck

Educator & Coach

Educator and basketball coach. Mentors students and athletes, inspiring leadership, teamwork, and lifelong learning.

Steve Cabalar

Restaurant Owner and Father of Three.  Hospitality and Meat Enthusiast.

Learning and development strategist. Helps people and teams grow, solve problems, and achieve more.

Bill Stratton

Certified EOS Implementer & Business Advisor

Entrepreneurial leader and EOS coach. Helps businesses scale, gain clarity, and achieve sustainable growth while mentoring leadership teams.

Steve Goble

Owner & Chief People Builder, The Goble Group

Learning and development strategist. Helps people and teams grow, solve problems, and achieve more.