A graduate of Loyola University with an MBA from The University of Chicago, Pre-med LSU and post graduate at AT Still University, he began his career in the consulting group of Arthur Andersen, the largest accounting and consulting firm in the world at the time. He pioneered one of the first implementations of IBM personal computers in enterprise business environments and became a worldwide expert for the firm. His expertise in technology quickly grew leading to numerous consulting and speaking engagements on behalf of the firm and IBM. Transitioning to a role to lead the M&A, Treasury and IT departments at the corporate headquarters of a successful leveraged buyout in the home appliance and construction trade sectors, he developed and implemented some of the earliest commercial applications of value-based management techniques, becoming a recognized authority in Economic Value Added models, presenting strategies for technology-driven analysis at various industry conferences. After a successful leveraged buyout, he returned to Arthur Andersen focusing on health, fitness, nutritional, and food businesses, and was promoted to Partner. He later became COO of a Midwest Venture Capital firm, managing a portfolio of startups focused on technology, education, and food sectors, providing returns exceeding 1000%. His passion for health and nutrition led him back to graduate school and into digital marketing, becoming one of Infusionsoft's first Certified Partners. He co-founded Six Sigma Fitness, a SaaS health technology platform, utilizing Six Sigma methods, eventually leading to the founding of Six Sigma Systems, a digital marketing and business automation company specializing in high data security systems, custom apps and API integrations. Six Sigma Systems is now part of the Qoretx LLC group of companies, adding mortgage banking and real estate to its portfolio of solutions. Within the Qoretx ecosystem, Dean is the author of two Living Textbooks from NeuroFlow Publishing — the venture group's emerging academic-publishing arm: "The Studio Stack," a four-part operating manual on planning, running, and building a multi-business venture studio that compounds, and "Signal & Story — A Marketing Playbook for Reading the Loop," which teaches operating marketers to read the data their analytics platforms capture and translate every signal into the psychological story behind it across the discovery-to-nurture loop. Additionally, he has a rich background in martial arts, holding multiple black belts and studying various disciplines for over 30 years.

Bo is a Marine Corps veteran (Light Armored Recon) turned serial entrepreneur. In 2003, he kicked off his first venture—and hasn't looked back. Since then he's launched and led everything from a boutique computer shop and a business-networking platform to a credit-union software firm, a web-design & SEO agency, and most recently, a high-growth SaaS startup. Armed with a Business Software Development degree from the University of Phoenix, Bo blends deep technical expertise with strategic vision, transforming ideas into impactful solutions. Outside the boardroom, he's all about family and adventure. Married since 1995, he and his wife have three grown kids (all married themselves). When he's not scaling businesses, you'll find him casting a line, globe-trotting, or teaming up with his kids for epic gaming sessions—because innovation isn't just work, it's a lifestyle.

Dave Long is a seasoned entrepreneur, mortgage industry expert, and technology innovator with a passion for empowering professionals through smart, scalable solutions. With nearly two decades of experience in the mortgage and real estate sectors, David has built and led high-performing teams, driving success through strategic growth, marketing, and operational excellence. A graduate of West Point and a U.S. Army veteran, David applies the discipline and leadership skills he developed in service to his business ventures. Before co-founding Qoretx, he was a top-producing loan officer and branch manager, helping mortgage professionals optimize their business strategies and increase profitability. At Qoretx, David is focused on revolutionizing the way real estate and mortgage professionals manage their businesses. By integrating cutting-edge automation, CRM tools, and marketing systems, Qoretx provides brokers and agents with the tools they need to recruit, retain, and grow. David's expertise in business development and industry trends makes him a driving force behind Qoretx's mission to simplify and scale success. Beyond his work at Qoretx, David is passionate about fitness and equestrian therapy. He runs a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans, trauma survivors, and at-risk youth through equine-assisted therapy. In every venture, his goal remains the same—helping others build strong foundations for success.

Patricia Ellenburg, "Trish", is a seasoned expert in finance and adult learning with over 20 years of experience in both academic and corporate environments. She began her career in banking with Citicorp before moving into management consulting with Arthur Andersen where she honed her expertise in business valuations, turnaround strategies, and revenue enhancement initiatives. At Qoretx, her current focus is on providing scalable, back-office support to start-up companies, as well as small-to mid-size businesses. She was a past Professor of Finance at Western International University, where she chaired the Finance Department and trained faculty in the use of innovative web‐based course management systems and online teaching techniques. With more than 35 years in finance and consulting, Trish is a founding Principal of The Management Institute, a Phoenix‐based consulting firm specializing in corporate finance, financial education, and training outsourcing strategies. In this role, she has developed and delivered financial training programs for leading organizations such as the Investment Management Consultants Association, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, KPMG, and American Century Investments. She also co‐developed the "Business Strategies for Learning" workshop series, designed to transform learning organizations by identifying strategic initiatives and quantifying their impact on business performance. Trish's career includes significant leadership roles in the corporate world. As the current CFO of W.M. Grace Companies one of the largest privately own commercial venture development companies in Arizona, she oversees the entire investment capital structure of the investment portfolio. She advanced from overseeing a hospitality division to managing the financial operations for the entire group. Previously, as CFO of the Clarendon Hotel Group, she successfully navigated the acquisition, capitalization, and eventual premium‐priced sale of the hotel through challenging economic conditions. An advocate for professional development, Trish has played a key role in designing certification programs—including the Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) and the Six Sigma Certified Practitioner (SSCP) designations—that underscore the value of specialized skills and professional credibility. Her insights have been featured in her publication, "Show Me the Value!—Demonstrating the Value of Corporate Training and Development," in FT Knowledge News. Trish earned her B.S. in Finance, summa cum laude, and her M.B.A. from Arizona State University.

Matt Vigh is a seasoned growth strategist and community builder whose career has been defined by helping leaders turn ideas into scalable success stories. As Partner, Marketing and Portfolio Partnerships at Qoretx Venture Group, Matt leads initiatives that unite marketing strategy with business development—helping portfolio companies craft their brand narratives, deepen audience engagement, and forge partnerships that drive sustainable growth. Over the past two decades, Matt has built, led, and sold businesses across the real estate and professional services industries. His entrepreneurial journey began in the late '90s when he purchased and grew a company to acquisition by a major corporation. From there, he spent the next decade refining his leadership philosophy—building teams, driving recruitment systems, and mastering the operational side of growth. In 2020, Matt co-founded Prospect Boomerang, a coaching and media platform built to help business owners shift from transactional recruiting to creating cultures of genuine value and retention. Through its popular Brokerpreneur Podcast, Matt became a trusted voice for founders and executives seeking actionable, human-centered strategies for growth. At Qoretx, Matt applies that same passion for clarity, connection, and consistency to the venture studio model—helping each portfolio company position its brand, align its systems, and tell a compelling story to customers, partners, and investors alike. His approach blends empathy with execution: aligning people and process around a shared mission of growth. Within the Qoretx ecosystem, Matt is the author of "The 5-5-2 System — A Value-First Daily System for Compounding Trust," a Living Textbook from NeuroFlow Publishing that codifies the pipeline cadence at the heart of his broader PRIME framework: five new connections, five follow-up touches, and two handwritten note cards every working day — the methodology NeuroFlow's Prime Flow module operationalizes for real-estate operators and their portfolio teams. Beyond his role at Qoretx, Matt is known for his mentorship and ability to turn complex business challenges into clear, repeatable systems. He believes that sustainable success starts with great relationships and the courage to keep improving every day—a principle that continues to shape his work and leadership philosophy.

Dr. Ben Spears is an entrepreneurial sales strategist whose career spans healthcare, real estate, and digital marketing—giving him a uniquely holistic view of what drives human connection and business growth. As Partner, Sales at Qoretx Venture Group, Ben leads sales enablement and growth strategy across the portfolio, helping founders design scalable sales systems, elevate client relationships, and align revenue operations with long-term brand strategy. Ben began his professional journey as a chiropractor, opening a successful private practice during one of the most challenging economic periods in recent history. Through grit, adaptability, and an instinct for customer experience, he transformed that early venture into a profitable, system-driven business. His transition into real estate and later into digital marketing was fueled by the same entrepreneurial curiosity—learning how to scale revenue models, build trust at scale, and use data to tell powerful stories that convert. As co-founder of Prospect Boomerang and co-host of the Brokerpreneur Podcast, Ben built a national following among business owners and executives seeking practical, repeatable methods for growth. His work blends psychology, performance science, and system design—helping leaders understand that sales success isn't about persuasion, but about building frameworks that make value inevitable. At Qoretx, Ben applies this mindset to guide portfolio companies in developing repeatable sales playbooks, refining go-to-market strategies, and building high-performing teams. His focus is on helping organizations move from reactive selling to proactive growth—anchored in systems, supported by technology, and driven by authenticity. Outside of his professional role, Ben is known for his approachable leadership style and genuine commitment to helping others grow. Whether he's mentoring founders, hosting a podcast, or brainstorming a new venture strategy, his philosophy remains the same: great sales start with great relationships, and every conversation is an opportunity to create lasting value.