
Book a Speaker
If you would like to have a world-class subject matter expert speak at your next event, contact us. We have spoken and lectured at multiple events, including:
Previous Speaking Engagements:
10TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF LDS MEDIA
The 86,400 Concept Moving from Employee to Entrepreneur
ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT
Entrepreneurship in Third World Economies
CALIFORNIA CPA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
The Road to Funding
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP ASSOCIATION
Leveraging Web 2.0 Technologies in Advancing Philanthropic Leadership
SAN JOSE CAPITAL CLUB
Employee to Entrepreneur Journey
SILICON VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF STARTUP ENTREPRENEURS (SVASE) Raising Capital for Early-Stage Startups
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Founder and CEO
Steve Goveia
Steve is a global business leader and mentor dedicated to advancing innovation and leadership across industries. As founder of Madeira Ventures LLC and a seasoned CEO, educator, and board chair, he draws on decades of experience growing companies and inspiring diverse entrepreneurs worldwide.

Attorney & Business Strategist
Dustin Slade
Harvard-trained attorney and business strategist Dustin Slade helps companies navigate mergers, acquisitions, and growth with confidence. He’s also the author of No Objection: How to Hire a Lawyer You Don’t Hate.

Executive Advisor & Growth Strategist
Carter McCrary
Carter McCrary is an experienced executive who has led multimillion-dollar growth initiatives, capital raises, and exits across SaaS, AI, and MedTech. A former Dell VP overseeing $2.4B in business, he now focuses on helping small to mid-size companies scale and prepare for acquisition.
Speaking Request Inquiry
To inquire about booking one of our speakers for your next event, please message us. Include your event name, date, and a short description of your audience or topic focus, and we’ll get back to you promptly.