Leah Markowitz is the Senior HR Business Partner at Fiverr, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company's human resources strategies. Since joining the company in August 2022, Leah has been instrumental in fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture. Her responsibilities encompass employee engagement, performance management, and learning and development.

Sarah Neas, Employee Wellbeing Manager at Lumen Technologies, believes that well-being isn’t just a personal matter, but a strategic one. With over fifteen years of experience in the health and well-being field, Sarah focuses on designing and implementing programs to address the diverse needs of employees and support mental health, physical wellness, and work-life balance. She is committed to fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive both personally and professionally.

Tom Barklage is a seasoned executive with over 25 years in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily with Johnson & Johnson. He is married to Alison and is the father of Blake and Alexis. After the tragic loss of his son Blake, a La Salle College High School senior, Tom took time off to grieve, which inspired him to advocate for expanded bereavement care at his company. His personal experience has driven him to enhance support for others facing similar challenges, making him a passionate advocate for improving workplace bereavement care.

Andrea Ramirez is the Senior Director of the Care Team of grief support company, Empathy, which helps and guides bereaved families through the grieving process. In her role, Andrea is responsible for the training and development of this team, fostering inter-department collaboration while leading with heart. As a seasoned Director of Member Experience and Care Operations, she brings extensive experience in people leadership, process improvement, and operations.

Luke is the Vice President and General Manager of Employer Solutions at Empathy. He is at the forefront of expanding the company’s employee benefits offerings, aiming to bring comprehensive care to families everywhere. With over a decade of experience at mission-driven companies, Luke has a strong track record of scaling businesses to revolutionize industries and positively impact lives.