Heather Brooke Roycroft is a dynamic and visionary leader in talent strategy and program management, with a proven track record of designing high-impact initiatives that drive employee engagement, retention, and business growth. With over 14 years of experience across global markets and industries, she brings a rare blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and people-first leadership. Known for her ability to align talent priorities with organizational goals, Brooke has led transformative programs at companies like Fortive and Equifax—delivering measurable outcomes and fostering cultures of innovation and inclusion.

Brian Watson is a seasoned IT executive with over three decades of experience in quality assurance, software engineering, and strategic project management. Renowned for his "Quality First" approach, Brian has a proven track record of driving innovation, streamlining processes, and delivering measurable value across the technology, finance, and insurance sectors. With expertise spanning test-driven development, CI/CD implementation, and Agile transformations, he has consistently led high-performing teams to achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Known for his analytical acumen and exceptional communication skills, Brian thrives in building relationships with stakeholders, presenting to boards, and aligning technical initiatives with business goals. Poised to contribute at the board level, he is passionate about leveraging his skills to help organizations achieve sustainable growth and success.

In the fast-paced finance industry, effective team leadership is the cornerstone of sustained success, requiring a blend of mentorship, collaboration, trust, and personal engagement. Michelle Marschel draws on her extensive experience to highlight key strategies, such as establishing structured mentorship programs to cultivate leadership skills, fostering cross-department relationships to enhance workflow efficiency, and organizing team-building activities to strengthen camaraderie. By leading with transparency, supporting individual growth, and emphasizing a unified team mentality, leaders can inspire trust and resilience, empowering their teams to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape with confidence and cohesion.