Meet Our Guest Speakers & Panelists

President and CEO of Alliance Business Solution, “a business concierge company,” and a Certified SBA Lender. Eddie Mohamed comes from a well diverse banking, finance, and risk management. Eddie’s career was spent serving the business market.

Eddie has built a large network of funding sources over the years that include banking institutions, private lending institutions, private equity, private investors, and hard money lenders, creating an echo system for his clientele in effort to serve as a conduit for gaining access to urgently needed capital that otherwise would not have been attained through traditional bank financing means.

Alliance Business Solution is a Business Concierge company built around the premises of helping companies build a successful and recession-proof business. Our key objective when engaging a new client relationship is to assist with capital readiness, putting them in a position to meet challenges and opportunities head-on with confidence and optimism.

After accomplishing this task, we then seek to help our clients identify key areas of risk exposure, vulnerability, and potential cost savings, then address them with long term sustainable solutions. Our goal for each client is to build long term relationships and set them up for success. We look forward to working with you and becoming your business advocate for life

Shayla N. Waldon, Esq. is the Founder and Managing Attorney of The Waldon Law Firm, PLLC, where she represents businesses across the country in employment and business law matters.

A magna cum laude graduate of the University of Miami School of Law and a former BigLaw attorney, Shayla brings a practical, human-centered approach to helping clients navigate issues like workplace discrimination, ADA compliance, and multi-state employment policies. She is a frequent speaker, published author, and was named a Super Lawyers® Rising Star in 2024 and 2025. Shayla also serves on the boards of Florida Legal Services and the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County.

Alexandra Silva Labarr is a dynamic international speaker, author, and business strategist known for her expertise in networking, leadership, and brand development. As the founder and CEO of Xandra Marketing & PR, she has spent over 25 years helping businesses amplify their presence through strategic content, digital marketing, and lead generation.

With a career spanning corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact, Alexandra has served on multiple boards and is the 2025 President of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Fort Lauderdale. She has been recognized for her leadership and dedication, earning awards such as the Loyalty and Leadership Award for her 15+ years of service to the organization.

Alexandra is also the author of The Power of Networking, a book that unpacks her signature Seven Essential Cs of Networking, helping professionals forge high-level connections and grow their influence. Her keynote, Dream Big, Take Action, has inspired audiences across industries to step out of their comfort zones, show up consistently, and take bold action toward their goals.

As a passionate connector and advocate for professional growth, Alexandra is committed to empowering individuals and businesses through collaboration, authenticity, and strategic networking.

Marline Paul is a Technology Integration Expert and creator of the transformative 3T Framework: Transform, Train, and Tool Up. With 17+ years bridging education and innovation, she helps organizations confidently navigate the AI revolution while maintaining their authentic voice.

As founder of Enilram Creative Solutions, Marline has guided 1,600+ entrepreneurs through the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center's programs and now leads the 3T Leaders Community, providing strategic technology implementation guidance nationwide.

A dynamic speaker at University of Central Florida on "Digital Marketing & AI" and the SCORE Broward Expo, Marline brings a unique perspective as a certified business coach and graduate of the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program.

Her woman-owned, military spouse-owned business specializes in ethical AI implementation for universities, government contractors, and organizations seeking to move from technology confusion to confidence.

Melinda Twillie-Bryant, a wife and mother of two adult children, is a multifaceted leader, strategist, and storyteller who brings nearly 20 years of experience across nonprofit leadership, public sector engagement, and brand development.

As founder of Twillie Bryant Creative, she helps organizations grow through relationship-driven strategies, bold storytelling, and purpose-centered branding. A published author, former Vice President of Business Development of Friedman Elder Law, and seasoned community connector, Melinda is passionate about using her creativity and faith to uplift others and spark lasting impact across industries.

Djemcy Limage is the Co-founder and President of Xplo Group LLC, a prominent full-service general contracting firm based in Florida. Specializing in new construction, home remodeling, general engineering, Assistant Living Facility (ALF) Permitting, landscaping, and real estate Development. Xplo Group offers comprehensive services for residential and commercial projects.

With over a decade of experience, Djemcy has developed a proven track record in General Contracting, Construction Management, Project Management, Traffic Engineering and Real Estate Consulting. He has successfully overseen a wide range of projects, including residential and commercial construction, transportation planning, roadways, utilities, and parks, ensuring seamless execution from initial planning through project completion.

Djemcy has been instrumental in driving major projects across Florida, collaborating with respected organizations such as Marlin Engineering, the Florida Department of Transportation, the City of Boca Raton, and Avanti Way Realty. His leadership and expertise have played a key role in shaping some of the region’s most significant developments.

Beyond his professional achievements, Djemcy is passionate about giving back to his community and mentoring young adults. He dedicates time to inspiring the next generation to excel academically, business, technology, healthcare, and construction trades. He is also dedicated to supporting migrants, assisting in navigating the new environment and building successful futures.

A passionate advocate for Haiti, Djemcy has volunteered in the country, focusing on missionary work and providing essential training to underserved communities. He is a founding member of the Alliance Gonaïvienne d'Outre-Mer (AGOM), a non-profit organization established in 2020 by a group of Gonaïviens citizens living in the diaspora. AGOM’s mission is to strengthen the economy of Gonaïves through public interest projects and to promote educational and cultural initiatives that support the city’s social development.

Djemcy’s strong educational background has been a cornerstone of his success. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Minor in International Politics from Florida International University (FIU). Additionally, he is a licensed General Contractor and Real Estate professional, further enhancing his expertise and ability to lead projects across various sectors.

Robert Morestin is a seasoned mortgage professional with over 20 years of industry experience, the Managing Member of Horizon Mortgage Group, and a licensed Loan Originator. He specializes in a wide range of mortgage products, including refinances, conventional loans, FHA, VA, non-conforming loans, as well as commercial and SBA financing. With this extensive expertise, Robert has successfully guided first-time homebuyers, seasoned investors, and business owners in achieving their financial and homeownership goals.

Deeply committed to making homeownership more accessible, Robert is especially passionate about programs like the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program, which helps frontline community workers and military service members achieve the dream of owning a home.

Fluent in English, French, and Creole, Robert connects seamlessly with diverse audiences, breaking down complex lending information into clear, actionable guidance. He has built his career on trust, transparency, and personalized service, becoming a valued advisor to homebuyers, real estate professionals, and community organizations.

Anchal Bahl is the Administrator and Owner of Share Love & Care, a 24-bed assisted living facility in Lake Worth, Florida, dedicated to creating spaces where residents and families feel peace of mind. With a Master’s in Computer Science and more than 20 years of leadership experience across technology, healthcare, education, and HR, Anchal brings a unique blend of strategic vision and heart-centered care to the senior living industry.

At Share Love & Care, she has built systems that balance operational efficiency with genuine human connection - optimizing resident care, staff training, and family communication while cultivating a joyful culture. Known by her team and community as the “Ambassador of Smiles,” Anchal champions the belief that kindness and wellbeing are not only good for people, but also for business.

Anchal’s current focus includes expanding her reach in assisted living space and launching initiatives such as Caregivers Breathe First and Threads of Purpose, which place humanity at the heart of care.
“At Share Love & Care, we believe that humanity is the most powerful system we can build.”

Frantz Elijah Machoule is an experienced accountant with over 15 years of dedicated service to small business owners, helping them unlock their financial potential. Holding an accounting degree from Hodges University and a doctorate in ministry from Liberty University, Frantz combines his extensive education with a deep passion for holistic financial guidance. His journey has been one of perseverance and growth, having arrived in the U.S. in his early twenties with humble beginnings as a dishwasher, then progressing through roles such as Publix clerk, accounts receivable/payable specialist, tax preparer, and ultimately becoming a small business owner.

These experiences have given Frantz a unique perspective and the ability to relate to the everyday challenges faced by business owners. His motto of "commitment to excellence" has guided his work, and he takes pride in building lasting relationships with clients by truly understanding their needs and offering tailored financial solutions.

In his free time, Frantz enjoys reading and cherishing moments with his family. Currently, he is working on his first book, adding to his dedication to continuously inspire and educate others on the importance of sound financial practices.

Siomara Barboza, an accomplished mortgage lender with more than two decades of experience in the industry, takes immense pride in her role at CrossCountry Mortgage. Her commitment to exceptional service has earned her a loyal clientele consisting mainly of satisfied past clients and their referrals.

One of the cornerstones of Siomara's business is efficient communication. She firmly believes that keeping clients well-informed throughout the process is key to ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. Her dedication and strong work ethic are evident in every transaction she handles. She pays meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the mortgage process is carefully managed, and her clients' best interests are prioritized.

Beyond Siomara's personal expertise, she is fortunate to lead a fully fluent Spanish-speaking team, enabling her to cater to a broad audience and better serve the diverse needs of her community.
When she's not busy helping people achieve their homeownership dreams, Siomara is spending quality time with her young son—enjoying the outdoors and traveling together to create treasured memories that fuel her passion for life and enrich her perspective as a mortgage lender.

If you are seeking a trusted partner to guide you through your homebuying journey, Siomara is here to help.

Amanda is the owner and president of CarePatrol of Boca Raton & North Broward. Also, she is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)®. In 2025 through CarePatrol she became an AlignedCare™ Value Based Care Specialist. She is a Founding Member of Miami branch of Chief (a professional women’s networking organization).

Additionally, she has served as a member of the Boca Raton Alzheimer’s Walk committee for the past 3 years. In 2025, she was recognized as Volunteer of the Year. She currently serves as President of Phi Xi Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She is also a member of Health Equity Coalition, Women’s Executive Club of South Palm Beach and a life member of NCNW, National Council of Negro Women.

She is happily married with three adult children, three amazing grandchildren, and has a rambunctious cockapoo, named Beau. She is Gigi to little Erika Amanda, Samay and Lilianna. She is passionate about supporting seniors and causes that impact them such as Alzheimers. She is an autism advocate, an active fundraiser for Making Strides for breast cancer research, and founder of a mental wellness resource group. She enjoys physical fitness such as cycling and strength training, and enjoys long walks in the fall and spring. She is also active in church and loves spending time with her 92 year old mother in love.

Fabiola Estera is a seasoned health care and human services advocate, American businesswoman, and philanthropist with over 14 years of experience in assisted living and senior care. Starting her career as a mental health counselor working with individuals with developmental disabilities in New England and New York, Fabiola transitioned into senior living after relocating to Florida in 2013.

She has held key leadership roles, including Office Manager, Business Development Director, and Consultant, where she has not only driven census growth but also secured federal contracts with the VA, Medicare, and Medicaid, while partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association to expand outreach and bring innovative support to families in need.

Fabiola is widely recognized for her compassion, consistency, and unwavering commitment to the families and communities she serves. Whether managing crisis situations like hurricanes or navigating the challenges of COVID-19, she approaches her work with resilience and heart, always seeing residents as if they were her own parents — a philosophy that guides her sensitive, people-centered leadership. Her efforts have earned her multiple awards, including the SHARE Achievement Award (2018–2020), and the gratitude of countless families who have witnessed her dedication firsthand.

Beyond her work in senior living, Fabiola holds dual degrees in Communication and Psychology from Rhode Island College and has collaborated with global organizations such as Doctors Across Borders, bringing her back to her native Haiti — a place of deep cultural pride and inspiration for her ongoing philanthropic efforts.

Looking ahead, Fabiola is eager to expand her impact at the corporate level, where she can continue shaping compassionate, effective senior care on an even broader scale.

My name is Janette Flores. Originally from Kenosha, WI and moved to Florida in 2008 for Physical therapy school. I met my now husband in 2010. We've been married for 11 years and have 3 kids (15, 7 and 5 yo). Our oldest is our nephew we've been raising since he was 4yo but he is our son the same as our bio babies!

Professionally, I have been a PT primarily in neuro rehab for 14 years and currently still work 1 day per week in an outpatient Neuro clinic. During covid, when my 3rd child was 5 days old I signed up for my Real Estate class. I've now been licensed/working as a realtor for 3.5 years. I have now learned how beautifully the two professions blend together and I get to do what I love best, help the elderly during some of the most challenging times of their lives.

I am passionate about hearing the person out and really learning what they need to live a fulfilled and meaningful life. I have seen fear drive most people of age's decisions. If I can help even one person be in a better place and smile, I feel I am doing right by God. My professional prayer has always been, "God I cannot do it alone, but guide my hands and my heart to help this person in front of me."

Founder & Administrator of Peaceful Beginnings Assisted Living Facility.

Otsheel Rene is a compassionate leader and the proud founder of Peaceful Beginnings Assisted Living Facility, located in Boynton Beach, Florida. With a deep passion for helping others and years of caregiving experience, Otsheel built Peaceful Beginnings on the foundation of dignity, respect, and genuine care for every resident. His mission is to create a warm, family oriented environment where seniors feel safe, valued, and truly at home.

With over three decades of legal experience, Andrew Rosenberg, founder of Rosenberg Law Firm, has guided clients through everything from criminal defense to personal injury claims that recovered millions of dollars. Today he focuses his practice entirely on Estate Planning and Elder Law for individuals and families throughout South Florida.

Andrew works alongside assisted living operators, caregivers, case managers, and placement professionals on the legal issues that surface at admission and long after it: durable powers of attorney and health care surrogates, guardianship, probate, and Medicaid eligibility and asset protection for families facing the cost of long-term care. When a resident’s documents aren’t in order, the facility feels it as much as the family does — Andrew’s goal is to get that planning done before it becomes a crisis.

Returning for his second year at ALFCaregiverCon, Andrew is also the author of the “If You Don’t Plan, You’re Stupid!”™ book. He hosts free estate planning workshops every two weeks and is the host of the podcast If You Don’t Plan, You’re Stupid, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. To attend a workshop, call (954) 755-7803 or visit www.rosenberglawfirm.net.

Karen S. Alba is a healthcare executive, patient advocate, and business leader based in South Florida with extensive experience in respiratory care, healthcare operations, and durable medical equipment services.

She is the co-founder and executive leader of JKARE, a company specializing in advanced respiratory therapy and home medical equipment solutions that focus on improving patient outcomes and quality of care in the home setting.

Karen holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis in Healthcare Management from the University of Phoenix. She is also a Certified Paralegal from the University of Miami.

In addition, Karen is an honorary member of the American Association for Respiratory Care in recognition of her advocacy and contributions to the respiratory care community.

Her leadership and advocacy efforts are centered on supporting patients with chronic respiratory conditions, empowering caregivers, strengthening healthcare collaboration, and expanding access to high-quality respiratory care services throughout South Florida.

Karen is passionate about building strategic partnerships within the healthcare industry that promote innovation, education, preventive care, and improved long-term patient outcomes.

Phone number: 305-248-1003
Email: k.alba@jkare.org

Ms. Smoak has been with the Agency for Health Care Administration since August 1995. She is the Deputy Secretary of the Health Quality Assurance Division. The Division is responsible for the regulation and oversight of more than 30 types of health care facilities and businesses (providers) and managed care organizations and more than 50,000 facilities/providers, including nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, health care clinics, nurse registry, federally certified laboratories, and others.

Ms. Smoak is also the State Survey Agency Director for the State of Florida and holds a Master of Science in Health with a program emphasis on Aging Studies. She is also a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP). In 2009 and 2017, she received Survey & Certification Achievement Awards, presented by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, for her work in Survey and Certification.

Ms. Smoak received the 2024 Champion for the Elderly Award from the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA). The FHCA Champion for the Elderly Award is presented to individuals who have gone above and beyond to advocate for and enhance the care delivered in Florida’s long-term care centers.

Jennifer Lee Marcus, MIBA, is an entrepreneur, business connector, Founder of LeeJS Biz Solutions, and Regional Manager with LegalShield, with more than 15 years of corporate and commercial real estate experience. Through LeeJS Biz Solutions, Jennifer connects individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations with legal and identity protection solutions, business resources, and strategic partnerships designed to support protection and sustainable growth. A community leader, speaker, and moderator, she is passionate about bringing people and ideas together through meaningful conversations that create opportunity.

Belitza Cadiz is a Florida REALTOR® with RE/MAX Realty Unlimited, proudly serving Tampa Bay and the surrounding areas since 2013. A bilingual agent fluent in English and Spanish, she is passionate about helping families from all backgrounds feel comfortable and confident throughout their real estate journey.

As the daughter of a military veteran, Belitza has a special appreciation for the sacrifices military families make and understands the importance of finding a place that truly feels like home. With more than a decade in real estate and extensive knowledge of Tampa and its surrounding communities, she brings experience, local insight, and a personal touch to every transaction.

For Belitza, real estate has always been about more than a closing — it is about building relationships, earning trust, and helping people find the place where their next chapter begins.

Phone number: 813-298-7864
Email: cadiz.realestate@gmail.com

Nickie Nougaisse is a visionary entrepreneur, business strategist, and the Founder and CEO of Curls Dynasty, a globally recognized natural haircare brand. Her journey began out of frustration — years of chemical processing had left her hair severely damaged, leading her to take matters into her own hands. Determined to restore her hair’s health, she ditched the relaxers, embarked on a natural hair journey, and started formulating her own products in her kitchen. What began as a personal experiment quickly became a movement, as she shared her discoveries and solutions with others facing similar struggles.

Today, Curls Dynasty is a thriving brand, celebrated for its high-quality, results-driven haircare products. Nickie’s expertise and impact have earned her features in Good Morning America, The CW, Yahoo, Marie Claire, Allure, Essence, Elle, and many more prestigious national publications.

Not one to stop at haircare, Nickie expanded her entrepreneurial footprint with the launch of IBol Beauty, Broward County’s first 24-hour hair salon. Her mission? To revolutionize the beauty industry by making quality salon services more accessible and convenient. What started as a single location has rapidly expanded into multiple IBol Beauty salons across South, Central, and Treasure Coast Florida, proving that innovation and customer-centric solutions drive success.

Nickie’s leadership and contributions to the business world have been widely recognized. She has been honored with numerous awards, including “Exceptional Woman in the Product Merchandise Business” by the Miami Women’s Chamber of Commerce and South Florida’s “40 Under 40 — Leaders of Today and Tomorrow.” She was also named a Forbes Next 1000 honoree, a distinction awarded to standout entrepreneurs nationwide.

Beyond building successful brands, Nickie is passionate about mentorship, business strategy, and empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Recognizing the demand for her insight, she now shares her Brand Building Framework through coaching, speaking engagements, and workshops — all designed to equip others with the tools they need to scale their businesses and leave a lasting legacy.

Cristen Martinez, Esq. is the Attorney and Owner of Martinez Law, P.A. A cum laude graduate of Florida State University and juris doctorate recipient from Stetson University College of Law, Ms. Martinez has extensive legal experience, particularly in real estate litigation. After interning for the Honorable Cheryl Thomas and working at several notable large firms, she opened her own practice in 2015.

Her expertise spans residential and commercial real estate litigation, serving a diverse range of clients, from individual homeowners to multi-million dollar corporations. Ms. Martinez regularly conducts educational seminars and training classes for brokerages, both in-person and virtually. She also hosts an educational legal portal for real estate professionals across Florida called Your In-House Counsel.