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Andrew Geesbreght  M.A. is the Founder and Partner of PRAX Performance, LLC, Geesbreght Capital, LP, and Geesbreght Group LLC. Andrew is a former Owner and COO of PhysAssist Scribes, the nation's first medical scribe company. PhysAssist transformed the manner in which emergency medicine was practiced in the electronic medical record era, and to this day is regarded by former clients and employees as having been one of the most reliable and enjoyable places to work in all of healthcare.

Since the sale of PhysAssist in 2014, Andrew has dedicated his professional life to the study and implementation of neuroleadership, and its effect on corporate culture.

Andrew has an undergraduate degree in history and political science from Texas Christian University and a Master's degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from the Chicago School. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife, their son and daughter, and their dog. In his free time, he enjoys soccer, Luka Doncic, and an occasional date night with his wife.

Heath Hilliard is the Founder and CEO of EQHR Consultants, author of Better Thinking: The Foundation for Better Decisions and Better Outcomes, and a nationally recognized speaker who helps organizations make better people decisions.

For more than two decades, Heath has worked with business leaders to improve hiring, develop stronger managers, strengthen leadership, and build cultures where people and organizations thrive. His work is built on a simple belief: every people decision matters, and better outcomes begin with better thinking.

Drawing on years of experience and the Better Thinking framework he developed, Heath equips leaders with practical strategies to improve decision making, strengthen communication, and lead with greater clarity and confidence. His presentations challenge audiences to think differently about leadership, hiring, employee engagement, and organizational success, while providing actionable ideas they can put to work immediately.

Whether speaking to executives, managers, or emerging leaders, Heath's mission is to help organizations think better, lead better, and make better people decisions that create lasting results.

Justin Dorsey, SPHR, GPHR brings extensive experience across industries including retail, healthcare, distribution, oil & gas, and engineering, making him a highly versatile and well-rounded HR professional. He specializes in employee relations, talent acquisition, training, compensation, benefits, and employee engagement—all with the goal of helping businesses and employees thrive. Justin holds both a Senior Professional and Global Professional certification in Human Resources, showcasing his commitment to excellence in the field.

In addition, Justin has served as President of Fort Worth HR (SHRM chapter). He was also recognized in the Fort Worth Business Press “Top 40 Under 40” for his leadership and impact. You will likely catch him speaking at various HR events around the DFW metroplex, as public speaking is a passion of his as well.

Beyond his professional achievements, Justin is an active volunteer in his church and community. His educational background is in Sociology from Texas Tech University with graduate studies in Counseling.

Outside of work, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids. His hobbies include running, gardening, and raising chickens.

Fort Worth Business Owner and Cybersecurity expert Gary Tonniges, Jr is the immediate past President for the TCXPA-Fort Worth Chapter. Gary graduated with an accounting degree from Texas A&M University in 1992, starting his career with a Fort Worth public accounting firm. Eventually his passion for technology changed his role at the firm to leading a division of technology services. With the blessing of the firm’s partners, Gary left the firm in 1997 to create TriQuest Technologies, focusing on IT Risk Mitigation for area businesses and supplementing their internal IT support and services.

Today, Gary, TriQuest’s founder and CEO, combines his business acumen and his technology passion to assist other area growth-driven organizations with strategic guidance, empowering them to leverage proven solutions and navigate the ever-evolving landscape of digital transformation for long-term success and resilience.

Gary is a frequent speaker for area organizations, including Fort Worth HR, TXCPA-Fort Worth, Tarrant County Probate Bar Association, HR Southwest, Texas A&M University, University of Texas at Arlington, and TCU. In 2022, Gary authored his first book, Easy Mark - Why Business Executives Who THINK Their Network Is Secure Are The FIRST To Fall Victim To Cybercriminals… And What YOU Can Do NOW To Stop It.

Mike Coffey, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, consultant, and registered yoga teacher. He is also president of Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make better decisions about the people they involve in their business.

Mike is the State Director-Elect for Texas SHRM. And each week, he hosts the Good Morning, HR podcast.

Cj Cleveland is a performance coach, registered nurse, and former D-I football player. He brings a unique perspective, shaped by high-pressure environments in athletics, healthcare, and business. As the founder of CxD Performance, Cj helps professionals and teams build discipline, consistency, and resilience through practical, experience-driven strategies. His work and speaking are rooted in faith, emphasizing purpose, integrity, and leadership that serves others. His talks are direct, engaging, and focused on execution, equipping audiences with tools they can apply immediately.