SoulTech FOundation Board of Directors
Chad Michael Hardy
Chad Michael Hardy is an entrepreneur, author, and transformational thought leader whose life story embodies resilience, reinvention, and the courageous pursuit of authenticity.
From an early awakening at a Tony Robbins firewalk to becoming a nationally recognized business innovator, Chad has built a career at the intersection of human potential, storytelling, and experiential design.
As the founder of AdVenture Games Inc., Chad transformed a startup into a nationally acclaimed team-building company, creating immersive, high-impact experiences for global leaders including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. His work redefined corporate engagement by blending psychology, creativity, and play to unlock collaboration, trust, and performance at scale.
As the author of Law of Zero, Chad shares a philosophy of radical self-acceptance and personal empowerment, guiding individuals to transform adversity into purpose.
Today, he is a powerful advocate for authenticity, growth, and conscious leadership, reminding the world that our greatest breakthroughs begin the moment we choose to fully be ourselves.
Judy Weaver, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, CEMLC
Judy Weaver is a globally recognized leader in yoga therapy, trauma-informed healing, and conscious leadership. As the founder of Connected Warriors, she has pioneered evidence-based yoga therapy programs that have transformed the lives of active-duty service members, veterans, first responders, and their families, while training more than 2,500 teachers and mental health professionals in her protocols.
A respected educator, author, and speaker, Judy’s work sits at the intersection of science, spirituality, and resilience. Named a Yoga Journal Game Changer, she continues to shape the future of the field through her contributions to the International Association of Yoga Therapists and Yoga Alliance, particularly in ethics and standards.
Through global trainings, retreats, and collaborations, including work with the Chopra Center, Judy has become a powerful force in advancing trauma-conscious practices worldwide. Her work is rooted in a singular belief: that healing is not external, but an innate power waiting to be awakened within each individual.
Carlton Jones
Carlton Jones is a visionary fashion designer and cultural tastemaker whose work has shaped the intersection of style, identity, and empowerment for over two decades. Rising to prominence through his transformative styling of Queen Latifah, he has since curated iconic looks for global luminaries including Halle Berry, Erykah Badu, Aretha Franklin, and Michelle Obama.
As the founder of his eponymous resort-inspired fashion brand, Carlton blends sensuality, fluidity, and global influence into designs that celebrate the body and the spirit. His philosophy, that fabric carries energy, infuses each collection with intention, creating clothing that not only adorns but elevates.
A pioneer in redefining modern luxury as a feeling rather than a destination, Carlton’s work embodies conscious design, sustainability, and emotional connection. His influence extends beyond fashion into lifestyle, travel, and self-expression, making him a powerful voice in shaping culture through beauty and authenticity.
His work is frequently featured in Vanity Fair, Vogue, & Harper's Bazaar - and recently graced the stage in a collaboration with Alvin Ailey Dance Theater Company.
Sara Starkoff Green
Sara Starkoff Green is a dynamic force in integrative health and community wellness, known for her ability to translate holistic practices into scalable, high-impact programming.
As Wellness Consultant for the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, part of Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine, she leads and produces more than 200 health and wellness events annually, expanding access to integrative care and strengthening community health ecosystems across South Florida.
Sara’s work bridges clinical environments, corporate leadership, and grassroots community engagement. Whether advising physicians, coaching individuals, or delivering executive wellness programming, she brings a deeply personalized, human-centered approach grounded in empathy, precision, and results.
Her multidisciplinary expertise, spanning integrative nutrition, mindfulness, breathwork, functional movement, and more, positions her as a connector between modalities and populations.
Rooted in a lifelong legacy of philanthropy, Sara is committed to building healthier, more conscious communities through collaboration, accessibility, and service.
Gerard Rogan
Gerard T. Rogan is a pioneering force in modern brand strategy and communications, best known as the co-founder and CEO of Dreamweaver Brand Communications, the first agency of its kind and the birthplace of the now globally studied discipline of brand communications.
A visionary at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and influence, Gerard has spent his career architecting transformative brand ecosystems for leading companies and cultural movements. Under his leadership, Dreamweaver has evolved into a multidisciplinary powerhouse spanning marketing, public relations, creative, and its cutting-edge division, AI Brandgineering, positioning brands for relevance and impact in the age of artificial intelligence.
With a background in International Relations and Communications from the University of Hartford, Gerard brings a global perspective to brand building, understanding not just markets but human behavior, cultural shifts, and the narratives that shape them.
As an entrepreneur and innovator, Gerard has helped redefine how brands connect with audiences in a rapidly changing world, making him a key voice in the future of communication, influence, and conscious business.
Our Founding Director
Cynthia L. Elliott is a three-time best-selling author, inspirational speaker, cultural pioneer, and founder of the SoulTech Foundation. Her work focuses on helping individuals and communities thrive in the rapidly evolving age of artificial intelligence.
Raised in an orphanage and foster care, Cynthia’s early life shaped a lifelong commitment to expanding opportunity and empowering others to rise beyond circumstance. That journey inspired the creation of the SoulTech Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that underserved women, youth, and communities have access to the skills, education, and support needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Earlier in her career, Cynthia pioneered the fields of brand communications and influencer marketing, practices now widely used across industries and studied in universities worldwide. Her work has influenced culture, media, and emerging technology for more than fifteen years.
Through the SoulTech Foundation, Cynthia leads initiatives that combine AI literacy, education, emotional intelligence, and holistic wellbeing practices to help individuals develop the resilience and capabilities required for the future of work and life.
Cynthia is the author of the books Memory Mansion, Unleash the Empress, and A New American Dream, which explores how humanity can build a more equitable and prosperous future in the age of AI. She also hosts the podcast SoulTech with Cynthia, where she explores the intersection of technology, consciousness, and human potential.
Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine, and she has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Women Leading AI by 100 Women of Davos and an Unstoppable Woman of Web3 and AI by WOW3.
Through the SoulTech Foundation, Cynthia is committed to helping ensure that the opportunities created by technological progress are accessible to everyone.
