Tomas Gorny, Matthew Kim, Melanie Balestra, Kris Morin | Office Hours #661

Tomas GornyTomas Gorny, born and raised in Poland, moved to the United States at age 20 with no knowledge of English, driven by the pursuit of the American Dream. Today, he is a renowned technology visionary, Co-founder and CEO of Unitedweb and Nextiva, and serves on the board of directors for Endurance International Group. Passionate about creating positive change, Tomas focuses his philanthropic efforts on impactful causes through Nextiva Cares and the Gorny Foundation, aiming to make a lasting difference in communities around the world.Matthew KimMatthew Kim, the co-founder and CEO of SureCo, has charted an inspiring journey from an entry-level appointment setter to an executive leader. With 20 years of entrepreneurship under his belt, Matthew has an impressive record of building and exiting top-tier firms in health and tech, including a national TPA and Bayside Insurance — one of California's largest health insurance agencies. Matthew's leadership has catapulted SureCo into Inc. Magazine's top 250 fastest-growing private firms in America.Melanie BalestraFor over 45 years, Melanie Balestra has championed the well-being of children as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, while her 23-year career as an attorney highlights her dedication to advocacy and justice. Her journey took a deeply personal turn when her youngest daughter began struggling with mental health issues at the age of three. Despite her extensive healthcare background, Melanie's concerns were dismissed by pediatricians, psychiatrists, and counselors. The tragic discovery of her daughter's diaries revealed the profound pain hidden within their family and led Melanie to embrace a new perspective: parents must be their child’s fiercest advocates. Armed with degrees from Duke University and UCLA, Melanie combined her professional expertise and personal experiences to advocate for mental health awareness and systemic change.Kris MorinKris Morin, a former Fortune 200 Strategy Executive and Accenture consultant, transformed his life by moving from corporate burnout to financial independence. As Co-Founder and Head of Investor Relations at Three Peaks Capital, he uses his expertise to help professionals diversify their portfolios and achieve lasting financial security. After years in high-pressure corporate roles, Kris grew disillusioned with the limitations of traditional career paths and investment strategies. This realization led him to the world of real estate, where he spent over a decade learning from industry leaders and building a multimillion-dollar portfolio of high-performing multifamily properties. His journey exemplifies the power of taking calculated risks and seeking opportunities beyond conventional methods to attain financial freedom.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.