Susan Shankin is a publisher, creative director, and book designer. Susan has been a publisher for almost a decade and has worked in the industry three times as long. Known for her exceptional creative ability and unrelenting commitment to excellence, Susan is highly experienced in all aspects of publishing. She provides a full range of services that include project management, research, idea development, cover and interior design, PR, and the creation of marketing collateral, including websites, brochures, and social media/email campaigns.

Susan began her career as a graphic designer, specializing in book design for one of the few publishers in Los Angeles, Jeremy P. Tarcher, Inc. (now part of Penguin Random House). During her seven-year tenure with Tarcher, Susan became the art director and designed hundreds of books, including Susan Wittig Albert’s Writing From Life and Esalen founder Michael Murphy’s The Future of the Body. Most notably she was the art director for Julia Cameron’s best-selling book The Artist’s Way.

Susan works with writers, authors, and corporate clients to develop their ideas, design their covers and interiors, and publish their books. She has collaborated with authors who have been entrepreneurs, artists, thought leaders, and business professionals. https://precocitypress.com

JJ Flizanes is a top-rated podcaster, business strategist, and podcast coach who helps entrepreneurs amplify their message, grow their audience, and turn visibility into profit. With over a decade of podcasting experience and multiple chart-topping shows, she empowers purpose-driven women to confidently share their voice and build businesses that thrive.

JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing.  JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. Here is her website to learn more. http://jjflizanes.com

Tawney Noriega is the founder of Ventura County Business Women (VCBW), a dynamic network empowering female entrepreneurs through community-driven support, events, and visibility opportunities With a rich background in business operations, social media marketing, and community development, Tawney specializes in helping women break out from traditional norms and build impactful businesses on their own terms

She spearheads VCBW’s signature Elevate Series, spotlighting outstanding women and connecting them with opportunities for leadership and growth Through curated virtual and in-person events—like "Coffee & Connection" and panel discussions—Tawney cultivates a space where entrepreneurs gain clarity, confidence, and collaboration https://www.venturacountybusinesswomen.com/