MFT psychotherapist Lily Dulan will discuss her book Giving Grief Meaning. She will share ideas for daily affirmations, self-reflection, and healing. Lily has a master’s in psychology, creative writing, and teaching. She is a certified Heart of Yoga teacher and completed coursework at Agape International Spiritual Center under the tutelage of Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith. Lily teaches workshops in Los Angeles, leads retreats, speaks throughout the community, and hosts educational and...

Longtime vegan Lisa Dawn Angerame will share how to make delicious plant-based food that anyone can learn to cook! Lisa is the author of Wait, That’s Vegan?! and The Vegan ABCs Cookbook, and she is the creator of Lisa’s Project: Vegan, a blog chronicling her vegan cooking adventures. Lisa holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell, and she graduated from the Rouxbe Online Culinary School as a certified plant-based professional.

Guitar superstar and expert Kundalini yoga instructor Johannes Linstead will share stories and music from his new CD, Bohemian Strings. This is the 11th studio album from Johannes, who is a Billboard Top 10 charting virtuoso guitarist and composer. Featuring musicians from many diverse ethnic backgrounds, Bohemian Strings offers a unique listening experience with emotional ballads and upbeat rumbas throughout this very colorful album.

New York Times best-selling author of multiple health and wellness books, Kathy Freston will discuss her newest book (coauthored with Gene Stone), 72 Reasons to Be Vegan: Why Plant-Based. Why Now. Kathy will discuss the extraordinary benefits of switching to a vegan diet and share tips for transitioning to a plant-powered lifestyle while still eating indulgent, delicious foods!

Ayurveda health educator Laurina Carroll will discuss meditation techniques, tips for better diet and digestion, improved sleep, moving our bodies for optimal health, and the importance of organic, non-GMO foods. Laurina specializes in holistic lifestyle management and is trained in Maharishi Ayurveda, a modern revival of traditional Ayurvedic knowledge. She is author of the eBook Perfect Health for Busy People: A Maharishi Ayurveda Guide to Enjoying a Longer, Happier Life.

Multitalented Kiko Ellsworth is an Emmy award-winning actor, director, producer, author, and self-expert. Kiko is a well-known humanitarian, and he will discuss how to bring back respect, protection, and honor to women and children through entertainment and education, along with finding empowerment through yoga.

Raydel Hernandez is a first-generation Cuban American, home cook, and culinary author. He will discuss his book and the health scare that caused him to consider veganism, focusing on how Cuban cuisine is delicious, and why it’s so important to pass down his family’s recipes in vegan form to the next generation.

Board-certified oncology registered dietitian, Alison Tierney of Wholesome, LLC, will discuss research regarding organic foods and their potential health benefits, in comparison to conventionally grown foods, focusing on the safety aspect of organic foods. Wholesome, LLC, has a simple motto for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike: “Eat more plants!”

Vegan lifestyle coach and plant-based nutrition educator Diana Goldman will discuss the plant-based diet, including why switching to a vegan diet can help world hunger and lower greenhouse gas omissions. Diana received a B.S. from Cornell University in nutrition science and an Ed.M. from Harvard University, and her blog Beantown Kitchen was named one of the top 100 plant-based blogs.

Plant-powered dietitian Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, will talk about her new book, California Vegan, focusing on the diverse story of California veganism. Sharon will share recipe tips for showcasing local produce, celebrating cultural roots and historical legacy, along with how a diverse group of innovators continue breaking new ground in the area of plant-based eating.

Holistic well-being visionary and founder of The Bhakta School of Transformation, Kedarji will help us examine all of the ways that fear causes stress and destroys well-being, including how fear downgrades optimal cell respiration, which leads to chronic health conditions and disease.

Author and creator of The Vegan Roadie series, Dustin Harder will discuss his new book, Epic Vegan Quick and Easy. Dustin is a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute, and he will share tips for preparing simple one-pot and one-pan meals that are perfect for anyone who wants to dive into plant-based cooking. He’ll focus on affordable, delicious, and nutrient-rich meals that require very little time and minimal cleanup!

Christa Clark, who runs the award-winning plant-based blog Artistic Vegan, will share tips on how to lower our stress levels and experience a feeling of calm, along with advice on how to have compassion for all. Christa is author of The Artistic Vegan Cookbook: An Alchemical Transformation and offers cooking videos online, plus she is a structural integrator and yoga teacher.

Karen Frame, founder and CEO of Makeena, is passionate about being an entrepreneur and making the world a better place at the same time. Karen will share how she crossed the intersection of technology and natural products, while striving to help create a happier, healthier world.

Music superstar and expert Kundalini yoga instructor Johannes Linstead will share his music and talk about the four paths of yoga, including the path of devotion or divine love, karma yoga, and the yoga of knowledge or wisdom. Johannes is a globally recognized musician with seven top 10 U.S. Billboard-charting albums, and he founded Divine Earth, a humanitarian organization promoting meditation, yoga, holistic living, and the healing power of music.

Sarah Eastin is a vegan lifestyle coach, plant-based chef, and culinary nutrition expert who specializes in helping people feel their very best by coaching them to thrive on a vegan and plant-based lifestyle. Sarah will talk about what foods to eat for great brain health and how to plan healthy meals that include an abundance of delicious foods.

Coauthor of The Healthspan Solution, Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, the Plant-Based Dietitian, will talk about how to optimize your health this spring with effective diet tips and expert advice that can help you lose weight, eat nutritiously, ensure a well-rounded diet, and embrace a health-promoting lifestyle.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares innovative tips and recipes for using meat alternatives, proving you don’t have to sacrifice meaty flavors to embrace a plant-based diet. Nava will share new ways to prepare familiar favorites, from nostalgic classics to bold global fare with dishes that are kinder to the earth and better for you.

President and cofounder of Farm Sanctuary, Gene Baur will talk about the warm, nurturing personalities of turkeys, who possess strong personalities, form friendships, and have a wide range of interests. Farm Sanctuary inspires people to think about turkeys differently. Since 1986, Farm Sanctuary’s Adopt a Turkey Project has encouraged people to sponsor a rescued “spokesturkey” for Thanksgiving instead of eating one.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares how to plan, prepare, and serve delicious, plant-based holiday menus designed to please omnivores, vegans, and vegetarians alike. Nava is the author of many cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Vegan on a Budget, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, and Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons.

Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto, authors of The Friendly Vegan Cookbook, will share recipes for satisfying meals, snacks, and treats, designed for both the veggie-curious and longtime vegans. These two longtime friends will also share their “go-to” kitchen tips to make holiday meal planning a breeze. With their popular food blogs, videos, podcast, and cookbooks, Michelle and Toni are two of the most trusted figures in the online vegan community.

Former stockbroker Niaby Codd saw the light in the darkest hour of poor health and recognized a call to walk a different path. That path led Niaby to be of service to Spirit to gently bring words of wisdom from a higher source. Both a healer and a spiritual medium, Niaby hopes to inspire people to find the power to heal themselves. Niaby is the author of the channeled book The Spirit of Life, and she is host of the podcast The Spirit of Life in Ibiza.

Kedarji is a holistic well-being visionary, and he is founder of The Bhakta School of Transformation, an Ohio-based, not-for-profit public charity devoted to lasting inner peace and well-being. He will discuss the relationship between the body and the self, how to rid yourself of stress, and how to stick with a healthy diet. Kedarji is a certified holistic healing practitioner and offers holistic and plant-based nutrition coaching, along with meditation and chanting methods for spiritual growth.

Jackie Sobon, the powerhouse behind the successful food blog Vegan Yack Attack, will share tips and recipes from her book Vegan Yack Attack’s Plant-Based Meal Prep. Jackie will discuss how to prepare weekly vegan meal plans in order to streamline your lifestyle. Jackie is the “Sweet Treats” columnist for VegNews magazine, and she has photographed more than 10 cookbooks.