Tom Finn is Founder & CEO of The Shift Effect Initiative. Global Keynote Speaker. Author, strategist for leaders.

The Shift Effect Initiative seeks to spread the notion of small shifts throughout our society, where complexity can often stifle action.

Tom’s discovery of the power of small shifts comes out of 30+ years of coaching business and government leaders. Two patterns stood out, particularly from 50 leaders featured in The Shift Effect book.

1) Many of us get stuck and lose opportunity for business or personal results because we tend to think in extremes - either/or mindsets where we OVERDO or UNDERDO a behavior and

2) Small shifts off those extremes generate options and big results, like implementing organization-wide systems and programs or collaborations, having strategic impact, and developing the ability to handle crushing workload.

The Shift Effect Initiative is a framework and method that helps people, conflicts, and projects to get unstuck and thrive. We are bringing the Shift Effect method to a society where complexity and stagnation can be discouraging, and where small shifts can provide momentum and positive change for individuals, teams, or societal problems.

Tom's clients include The Weather Channel, Verizon, numerous government agencies including the FDA and NRC in the USA, The Argentine Education Ministry, and NASCAR.

His first book is Are You Clueless? 7 Clues to Profit, Productivity, and Partnership for Leaders in a Multicultural World.

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Website: https://tomfinnassociates.com/

Book: The Shift Effect (Amazon AU)

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Matthew Cicanese (He/Him) is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, corporate trainer, and consultant recognized for advancing Neurodiversity Inclusion and Accessible Technology across higher education, government, and industry. As a National Geographic Explorer and Canon photography educator, he combines global fieldwork with practical, evidence‑based approaches that help teams communicate more clearly, design accessible processes, and adopt AI responsibly. Matthew has trained 3,000+ employees in 16 industries and developed ethical AI solutions for higher education institutions, streamlining operations and improving service delivery.

An award‑winning wildlife photography artist, his large‑format macro and wildlife images have been featured by National Geographic and exhibited internationally. Matthew's lived experience as a Deafblind and neurodivergent professional informs every engagement, translating perspective and research into tools any team can use.

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Website: https://mattcicanese.com/

Website: (Speaking/Consulting): https://cicanese.org/

LinkedIn: Matthew Cicanese

Portfolio (Fine Art): https://cicanese.art/

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Sahrit is a dance instructor, creative entrepreneur, and mom of three who helps women expand their lives through play, movement, and self-trust. With a background in Dance Theatre Education and workshops taught across Greece, Africa, and Hawaii, she blends art, adventure, and empowerment — from mermaid certification to gorilla trekking — to show women that confidence is built by living fully, not waiting to feel ready.

Sahrit spent most of her life avoiding roller coasters — until she realized fear wasn’t the enemy, control was. She helps women go from Worry bunnies to Wonder bunnies.

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LinkedIn: Sahrit Weinstein

Instagram: @sahritweinstein

On Amazon: "The Girl Who Doesn't Go On Roller Coasters” (Book)

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