Edward E. Neiger is the managing partner of ASK LLP, a national law firm focusing on mass torts and bankruptcy. With an impressive roster of case involvement to his name including Enron, Lehman Brothers, GM, and representing thousands of victims of Boy Scout sexual abuse and over 60,000 victims of Purdue Pharma, Edward has devoted his career to standing up against powerful people and taking an aggressive stance to fight and recover money for victims. ​ He is passionate about helping children and those suffering from addiction.  He is a co-founder of Rides To Recovery, and is also committed to giving back to the community: assisting victims of domestic violence, providing pro bono services to low-income tenants in eviction proceedings, and helping Holocaust survivors recover monetary damages from the German government, including his own grandfather. Edward is a Brooklyn native and a first-generation college graduate, earning a JD from Fordham University School of Law and an undergraduate degree in finance from Touro College. He lives in New York with his wife and two daughters.

Alexandra Plante is a Senior Advisor in the Strategy Office of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. She has served as a consultant to U.S. federal agencies and state policymakers, international agencies such as the United Nations Office of Drug Control and Crime (UNODC), and private entities such as Google. Her writing has been featured in outlets such as Harvard Health Publications, Scientific American, and STAT. She is a current Fulbright Specialist in SUD, serves as a PCORI Merit Reviewer, and is a contracted author with a national publisher. She is a DMSc (Doctorate of Medical Science) candidate and holds a M.A. in Quantitative Research in Communications, previously serving as a Director at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School - Recovery Research Institute and DynamiCare Health.

Amanda (Mandy) is an analyst at San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E) in San Diego, CA where she has held several finance related positions since joining the company in 2011. ​ She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, and a Masters of Business Administration from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN.

Kaylyn has spent 6 years working in drug prevention organizations, including the Young Marines and the Drug Enforcement Administration. She led a national drug prevention education program with the Young Marines. During the summer of 2018, she also had the honor of interning at the Executive Office of the President, Office of National Drug Control Policy where she assisted with organizing strategic priorities as well as advancing drug policy internationally and domestically. Recently, she has worked locally in Richmond with Operation Engage, a local, data-driven approach to drug prevention committed to reducing the impact of drugs as well as violence in a community. After her work in Richmond, she still finds ways to keep people connected and engaged in this area. Kaylyn also serves in the United States Army Reserves as an Engineer Soldier. In her free time, she is an avid runner who has completed multiple marathons in Washington, D.C. She also enjoys spending her time with her husband, daughters, dogs, and Mickey Mouse.

Matthew Boone is a marketing strategist, event producer, and multimedia designer from Suffolk, Virginia, with over nine years of experience leading campaigns, building brands, and creating unforgettable experiences. A 2019 graduate of Norfolk State University, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Electronic Technology and a Minor in Mass Media Communications. Early in his career, Matthew completed the prestigious Disney College Program, strengthening his foundation in customer experience and brand storytelling. He expanded his expertise through his work at the Hampton Roads Chamber, where he collaborated closely with CEOs, small business owners, and government leaders to support the regional business community. Matthew has led marketing and design initiatives for major events and festivals such as Something in the Water, the Richmond Jazz Festival, and the Big Dipper Innovation Summit. He has also collaborated on national campaigns with brands including Dominion Energy, TRUIST, PepsiCo, and Walmart. An ICON finalist for the Richmond Region of Young Professionals, Matthew is passionate about strengthening his community. He is the founder of The Boone Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and families through scholarships, educational resources, and community-based programs. Through the Foundation and his company MG Studios LLC, Matthew produces a variety of community events across the Richmond region—from vibrant pop-up markets and HBCU sports showcases to youth baseball clinics and charity fundraisers—that connect local businesses, creatives, and families. Known for blending creative storytelling with data-driven marketing, Matthew’s expertise spans event production, graphic and web design, sponsorship development, media relations, and digital advertising. Using tools like Adobe Creative Cloud, Visual Studio, HTML, and social media platforms, he consistently crafts campaigns that drive audience growth, brand engagement, and lasting impact. Whether rebuilding a website overnight to boost traffic by 40% or designing event marketing that fuels attendance and visibility, Matthew’s work focuses on creating experiences that leave a lasting emotional connection. In his spare time, Matthew enjoys giving back through community projects, playing video games, and exploring amusement parks.