Known as The Transformational Book Coach for “cause publishing,” Susie Schaefer helps storytellers turn books into movements. Through Finish the Book Publishing, and as a Founding Partner of Rogue Publishing Partners, she guides nonfiction authors, coaches, and consultants through independent publishing to finish the book, launch a speaking career, or build a business that gives back. She also adapts books into screenplays through her passion project, Movie Muse Productions.

Bridgett McGowen is an award-winning international professional speaker and communication coach, and the founder of BMcTALKS Press and BMcTALKS Academy. Speaking since 2001, she has shared programs with leaders including Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and Deepak Chopra, and earned the Master Presenter Award from the University of Texas at Austin. She is the bestselling author of Rise and Sizzle, Show Up and Show Out, and Own the Microphone.

Verity Craft is a book coach, editor, and speaker who is obsessed with helping people make their ideas valuable enough to change lives. With her team at Intelligent Ink, she works with thought leaders who want to extend their impact beyond their current clients. Her background in communications and thought leadership helps authors turn a book into a genuine tool for impact rather than a glorified business card.