community Experts

Glenn Wollman

Medical GuideGlenn Wollman,MD, FACEP

Skilled, engaging speaker linking health, wellness and healing in a new manner

Lisa J. Merlo

ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Dr. Lisa Merlo’s research focuses on mental health, well-being and professional fulfillment among healthcare professionals.

Sarah Red-Laird

Advisory Board MemberThe New York Bee Sanctuary

Executive Director at Bee Girl

Ryan McManamay, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorBaylor University

Spatial ecologist that studies human-environmental systems in order to balance ecosystem and societal needs.

Mia Moody, Ph.D.

Professor & Past Department ChairBaylor University

Nationally recognized expert on mass media representations of people of color, women & other underrepresented groups

Andrea Paras

Assistant Professor, Department of Political ScienceUniversity of Guelph

Professor Andrea Paras specialises in the ethics of international humanitarianism, with a special interest in religion and politics.

Susan Chapman

LecturerLoyola Marymount University

Yoga studies lecturer specializing in yoga therapy, Vedic education and the health applications of yoga.

Lauren Smart

Clinical Assistant Professor of JournalismLoyola Marymount University

F.E. "Jack" Putz

Distinguished ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Frances "Jack" Putz applies science to real-world problems related to ecosystem management and conservation.

Martine Hackett

Associate Professor of Population HealthHofstra University

Dr. Hackett's research focuses on public health and health inequities, particularly in the American suburbs and minority communities.