Passage to Profit Radio Show Pitch Auditions & Networking

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Entrepreneurs and small business owners - what do U.S. tariffs mean for your business? This webinar breaks down the real-world impact on small companies and provides guidance on managing risk, optimizing supply chains, and making informed financial decisions in a tariff-driven economy. Hear directly from two companies who are navigating this situation in real time and what steps they have taken to mitigate loss and solve the issue on a federal level!

Presented by the Entrepreneurial Strategy Series and Gearhart Law.

AGENDA:

• Networking (11:30 am - 12 pm EDT)
• Presentation (12 pm - 1:15 pm EDT)

OUR SPEAKERS:
Sherrill Mosee is an engineer, inventor, and founder of MinkeeBlue, an award-winning travel and work bag brand born from her own experience with what she calls “overload bag syndrome,” where busy women juggle multiple bags to keep up with their day. At MinkeeBlue, every design reflects a commitment to style and purposeful organization—“more than a bag, it’s an experience.” With two utility patents to her name, MinkeeBlue has been featured on major platforms such as the Today Show, QVC, and America’s Big Deal.

Today, her mission has expanded into a new frontier—making artificial intelligence accessible, intuitive, and transformative for individuals and small businesses. As the founder of Forest Park AI, she empowers entrepreneurs to reclaim time, streamline operations, and scale creatively using AI. Through both done-for-you and collaborative builds, her company deploys systems that automate repetitive tasks, streamline sales and marketing, enhance customer support, and enable smarter workflows—without requiring any coding skills.

At its core, Forest Park AI is about learning by doing. Its AI education programs are hands-on, actionable, and designed for beginners who want real results quickly—without tech jargon or confusion. Participants gain confidence, practical tools, and the ability to apply AI purposefully in their business or daily work. Read more at: https://minkeeblue.com/ and at: https://www.forestparkai.com/

Ori Zohar is the co-founder & co-CEO of Burlap & Barrel, the first comprehensive single origin spice company in the US. A Public Benefit Corporation, Burlap & Barrel partners directly with smallholder farms around the world to build equitable, transparent, and sustainable spice supply chains. Their spices have been featured on Shark Tank and The Bear on Hulu, and last year, they shipped over 1 million jars of spices to chefs and home cooks nationwide.

Ori is a social entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience building mission-driven businesses. Ori's background is in business-building, entrepreneurship, and eCommerce. He was named one of Food & Wine’s Game Changers and the Specialty Food Association’s Breakout Talent to Watch. Read more at: https://www.burlapandbarrel.com/

David Postolski, Esq. is a senior partner at Gearhart Law, is a registered patent attorney and Intellectual Property (IP) attorney for close to 20 years. David specializes in assisting inventors, creators, artists, start-ups, entrepreneurs, early-stage companies, and emerging companies with their U.S and international IP strategy, protection, enforcement, and monetization. David is a frequent speaker and author on emerging IP issues and technologies including, raising capital, business formation, food science, software, licensing, Data and Privacy Compliance, equity-based crowdfunding, and compliance with other US and International Regulatory structures. David is also a Professor at Temple University, Parsons School of Design and the Radzyner Law School (Herzliya, Israel) where he teaches master-level students about IP, ethics, and other regulatory considerations. David is a current Council Member of the American Bar Association Section of Intellectual Property Law, founder of their International Action Group, and editor of their monthly newsletter, and the outgoing Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Officer. David currently serves on Harvard’s Lemann Entrepreneurial Program Advisory Board. Read more at: https://gearhartlaw.com/

Email the event moderator, David D. Postolski, Esq.. with any questions at david@gearhartlaw.com

This event is sponsored by Gearhart Law, a full service Intellectual Property firm specializing in Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law domestically and globally. We serve inventors, entrepreneurs, and established businesses. We can help you strategize and build your IP portfolio based on your business needs. Call us for a free consultation at 908-273-0700 or contact us through: https://gearhartlaw.com/

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Canva + AI: Design High-Impact Podcast & YouTube Visuals (No Design Skills Needed)
Creating eye-catching thumbnails, banners, and podcast covers is one of the biggest growth levers for creators in 2026—but most people either overcomplicate it or get stuck staring at a blank screen.
In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to combine Canva with AI tools (like ChatGPT and other LLMs) to design professional, scroll-stopping visuals—fast.

We’ll walk through real workflows you can use immediately to create:

• YouTube thumbnails that drive clicks
• Channel banners that communicate your brand instantly
• Podcast covers that stand out on mobile

You’ll see exactly how to:

• Use AI to generate design concepts, hooks, and layout ideas
• Turn rough ideas into polished graphics inside Canva
• Avoid common mistakes that make thumbnails and covers easy to ignore
• Create designs optimized for both humans and algorithm-driven discovery

Whether you’re just starting your podcast or YouTube channel—or looking to improve performance—this session will give you practical, repeatable systems you can use every time you publish.

Who should attend:

• Podcasters
• YouTube creators
• Small business owners using content for marketing
• Anyone who wants better-looking visuals without hiring a designer

Walk away with templates, prompts, and a clear process you can reuse for every episode or video.

About Us:
Melissa Cooke is the founder of Wabi Sabi Wonder and manager of the Podcast & YouTube Creators Facebook group. A seasoned world traveler who has explored over 100 countries and every U.S. state, she built a successful brand creating content that inspires confident storytelling. Melissa now helps creators translate their ideas into compelling visual content using tools like Canva and AI. Known for her practical, approachable style, she teaches podcasters and YouTubers how to design eye-catching covers that stand out, connect with audiences, and strengthen their brand—no design background required.

Maggie Aloia Rohr is a marketing and communications leader with 20+ years of experience building brands, content engines, and growth strategies across corporate and agency environments. She specializes in translating complex ideas into clear, compelling storytelling—and now helps creators do the same using AI. With hands-on experience running YouTube channels and designing in Canva, Maggie brings a practical, real-world approach to AI-driven branding that creators can apply immediately.

Sonia Satra is an entrepreneur, wellness expert, and a former soap opera star who helps creators and business owners build clarity, confidence, and sustainability. A community builder and video presentation skills coach, Sonia brings a creator-centered perspective to podcasting. She focuses on audience connection, creator mindset, consistency, and building podcasts that align with long-term business and personal goals.

Elizabeth Gearhart Ph.D. is the founder of Gear Media Studios, a podcast production studio and consulting firm. She is a podcast and radio show host, podcast marketing consultant, speaker, and Chief Marketing Officer at Gearhart Law. With a Ph.D. research background, Elizabeth specializes in translating complex technology—including artificial intelligence—into clear, actionable strategies for creators and businesses.