Mike Ross

November 20, 2025

Mike Ross is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author recognized for building some of the nation’s leading residential construction companies. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he has earned multiple honors, including 13 Houzz National Design & Service Award nominations and Qualified Remodeling Magazine’s Top 500 Award. A dynamic leader and speaker, Ross serves on the University and Athletic Boards at Pepperdine University, the Los Angeles Sports Council, and the LA5 Rotary Board of Trustees. His books—Achieving Peace of Mind, NIL: No Immediate Loyalty, and Business Bullshit—explore entrepreneurship, leadership, and resilience. Guided by integrity and connection, Ross believes success is built not just through victories, but through the shared pursuit of excellence.

Lauren Griffin

December 18, 2025

Lauren Griffin is a Los Angeles–based real estate professional dedicated to helping everyone, from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors, reach their goals. Known for her creative problem-solving and solution-oriented approach, Lauren thrives on opportunities that create positive community impact and help underrepresented families build generational wealth. Originally from Indianapolis, Lauren earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana University before moving to LA in 2014. After years of recruiting top real estate talent, she shifted her focus to guiding clients toward mortgage-free homeownership and high-return investments. With her friendly and approachable demeanor, as well as her clear and down-to-earth communication, Lauren makes complex transactions easy to understand and straightforward. Outside of work, she is deeply committed to community service and philanthropy—a reflection of her belief that personal investment drives community growth.

Marquel Martin

January 22, 2026

Marquel Martin is the founder of 3Point0 Labs, a forward-thinking branding and business development agency that empowers student-athletes and entrepreneurs to turn their passion into purpose. With experience spanning sports, entertainment, and business strategy, Marquel helps clients elevate their brands through authentic storytelling, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) strategy, and digital growth. A former athlete himself, he understands the value of discipline, teamwork, and reputation, using those principles to guide others in building lasting legacies. Through 3Point0 Labs, Marquel continues to champion the next generation of leaders—helping them maximize their potential, expand their influence, and create meaningful impact both on and off the field.

Irvin Guarduno

Feburary 26, 2026

Irvin Guarduno is the founder of a global sports media initiative dedicated to capturing the journeys of athletes and helping them gain the recognition they deserve. What began as a vision to support his basketball team, the Foothill Trojans, by creating recruitment highlights has evolved into a worldwide platform that showcases talent across all levels—from elementary to professional athletes.

Based in Southern California, Irvin and his team have provided high-quality videography and photography for athletes spanning North America, Asia, Europe, South America, Africa, and Australia. His work has reached millions of viewers and has been featured by major sports brands including Nike, Adidas, and professional athletes.

Driven by a passion for storytelling and empowerment, Irvin continues to use his craft to elevate athletes, helping them build visibility, confidence, and opportunities through the power of media.