In the classroom

 Tim runs A Man in Recovery Foundation, a nonprofit that’s sole purpose is to facilitate free or reduced-cost recovery services to addicts and their families–believing that if even one addict or one family could be spared the horrors of the disease of addiction, he is making a difference. 

 Upon moving to the U.S. from Argentina at 13, Jennifer Gimenez was discovered by famed photographer Bruce Weber. She quickly ascended to international stardom, appearing on hundreds of magazine covers from Vogue to Bazaar and Marie Claire, and was the youngest model ever to appear on the cover of American Elle.  She's also starred in television and film.

I speak on more topics than just alcoholism and drug addiction.

mental illness and depression, suicide, destructive behaviors, violence, dysfunctional families/relationships, trauma, substance abuse, and more.

A successfully acclimated ex-offender who after nearly 8 years of drug addiction and gang involvement, spent 12 years in state prison and half-way houses. Since Michael’s release from prison, he has earned 3 Associates Degrees, a Baccalaureate Degree in Business Management, with a minor in Criminal Justice and a CADC Educational Certificate. 

 Nadine is the Executive Director of RISE TOGETHER, a grassroots non-profit organization that exists to prevent addiction by encouraging young people to use their voice for change. RISE TOGETHER’s life-saving work has been recognized by the White House Office of the National Drug Control Policy. 

Anthony Alvarado, founder of RISE TOGETHER, is an experienced and dynamic speaker, certified coach, and passionate advocate for change. He specializes in addressing crucial topics such as mental health, addiction recovery, and overall well-being. . His transformative journey of empowerment will ignite your potential, motivate your audience, and provide you with the tools to create lasting change. 

 A former professional football player whose career spanned 10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Randy Grimes had spent 20+ years battling an addiction to painkillers that he had developed while trying to treat career-related injuries. He now uses his inspiring story of recovery to help victims of drug and alcohol abuse. 

 Child crime expert Detective Richard Wistocki has dedicated his career to helping children by tirelessly pursuing, apprehending and prosecuting child predators.  As an active Cyber Crimes Detective he educates Law Enforcement using cutting edge investigative techniques and Parents and Students on responsible digital activity. 

  Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Brandon Novak started out like anyone else, but from a young age, it was clear that there were big things ahead for him.  He was a professional skateboarder and celebrity who was making big money and traveling the world. Behind the scenes, his life was quickly crumbling because of addiction.