Meet Your Keynote Speakers
This year's line up of keynote speakers is sure to inspire, ignite, and equip you to reach new heights!
Aaron Gray
Aaron Gray, Married to Loredana, father of 5 (ages 11,9, 7, 5 & 2) is the co-founder of Two Tower Capital and Co-owner and managing partner of 3 Tower Management.
He played college basketball for the University of Pittsburgh, followed by 9 successful years in the NBA. He coached 4 years with the Detroit Pistons, under Stan Van Gundy, before finding his next purpose and passion in real estate.
Owning over 500 doors mixed between single family homes and 7 Apartment complexes ranging from 24 doors to 252 doors, Along side a Property Management company that oversees north of 500 doors with an infrastructure of 13 full time employees, Real estate is one of Aarons main focuses at this stage of life. He travels nationally for a company speaking and strategizing with new investors on the best ways to build real estate portfolios.
While Real Estate in a big priority, his faith and giving back to local basketball communities remains very high on his commitments. Active in the church, spear heading men’s groups, speaking to local high school and middle school youth basketball programs and making sure to incorporate Jesus in everything he does, this will always be a core pillar for him and his family.


Anthony Diehl
Anthony is the founder of Modus, a health and wellness coaching company, with deep roots in strength, resilience, and holistic health.
After transforming his own life — from overweight teenager to America's Strongest Man — he now helps others optimize their health and build strength that lasts. With experience coaching hundreds of athletes and lifestyle clients, Anthony's approach combines metabolic insight, nutrition, and strength training to support long-term vitality.
He lives in Lancaster with his wife of sixteen years, a newly minted teenage daughter, and two wild boys.


Corey Petros
Corey Petros, Married to Brianna, father of 3 (ages 7, 5, and 1). is the co-founder of Two Tower Capital and Co-owner and managing partner of 3 Tower Management.
Corey has his CFP® (Certified Financial Planner). He also graduated from Oakland University with his bachelor's degree in finance and his MBA.
Corey was one of the main financial advisors for the Ford Family, Heirs to Henry Ford, Owners of the Car company and Detroit Lions, and helped managed their investment assets.
He is a retired professional basketball player and an accomplished retired financial advisor for high net-worth and ultra high net-worth individuals.
He fully transitioned into real estate to build generational wealth.
Owning over 500 doors mixed between single family homes and 7 Apartment complexes ranging from 24 doors to 252 doors, Alongside a Property Management company that oversees north of 500 doors with an infrastructure of 13 full time employees, He travels nationally for a company as a key note speaker and strategizes with new investors on the best ways to build real estate portfolios.
Corey’s number one passion and heart is for Jesus, his family, and missions work.


George Hayward
As the founder and CEO of Elite Sentinel Coaching, George Hayworth is a dynamic executive coach who transforms business leaders into catalysts for success.
A combat veteran and Field Artillery Officer (2011-2016) with a deployment to Afghanistan, George now serves as an Engineer Officer in the Army National Guard. His military service forged a disciplined, strategic approach to leadership under pressure, complemented by nearly a decade as a Sales Executive in the global IT services industry.
Blending high-stakes military precision with corporate acumen, George empowers leaders to inspire their teams, align on vision, and achieve breakthrough results. His tailored coaching strategies have driven millions in new revenue for clients by fostering resilience, clarity, and high-performing teams, equipping organizations to excel in competitive markets. George has experience serving clients in the following industries: industrial manufacturing, aviation manufacturing, airlines, logistics, mortgage and insurance.
George is a proud husband and father who lives in Clarksville, TN with his wife Whitney and daughter Rhealynn.


Nick Anderson
Nick Anderson is the CEO of OneAccord - a business consulting firm serving owners and executives of companies $25-100 Million in revenues and he is founder of Chosen Leader, a brand that supports the growth and development of leaders everywhere.
Anderson's book, Six-Word Lessons for Middle Managers was published in May 2022.
Anderson became an entrepreneur following a 25-year career in financial services and a lifetime full of challenge and experience.


Steve Carter
Steve Carter is the Lead Pastor at Christ Church of Oak Brook and is helping to champion the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center Preaching Institute to equip pastors on how to preach hospitable and transformational messages.
Steve hosts the Craft and Character Podcast, which ignites preachers to grow in their craft while always intentionally working to have their character lead the way.
He has also authored two best-selling books, Grieve, Breathe, Receive, and The Thing Beneath The Thing.
Steve lives outside Chicago with his wife, Sarah, and their two kids. When Steve isn’t hanging around with his family, friends, or church community, you will probably find him watching a University of Michigan football game.


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