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Our Board of Directors
is made up of some incredibly talented people. If you'd like
to join our board
or know someone who
would be a great
addition to our team,
please let us know.
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Creative Wealth International (the nonprofit) Board of Directors
Note: The nonprofit organization associated with Creative Weatlh Intl, LLC runs most of the local (to Santa Barbara) summer camps and other programs that are supported by our local banks: Montecito Bank & Trust, Citi and Affinity in Ventura.
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Elisabeth Donati, Executive Director
Elisabeth Donati is changing the financial flavor of this country and others, one by one and product by product. She is unstoppable in her quest to empower everyone with financial freedom. She is unwavering in her "tell it like it is" style and in her unique approach to life, liberty, and pursuing her own happiness while encouraging others to do the same. Hers is a life of service in so many ways. She has dedicated her life to teach kids, teens, and adults around the world how to make money work in their lives. She created the class she never had the opportunity to take because it didn't (and doesn't) exist: Money 101. She is a tireless advocate for personal freedom and expression and challenges the belief systems of everyone she meets. She is a jack of all trades and master of most, self-taught in publishing, internet marketing, website design and layout, and so much more. Her heart is compassionate, her mind like a computer, and her wit dry! She is gutsy by nature so, to her, nothing seems gutsy at all.
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Michael Hoffman, B.J. B.A.
Public relations specialist Michael Hoffman founded his agency, Heart Communications, in 1992 to provide publishers, universities and active lifestyle companies high visibility media relations and reputation management planning. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, a Bachelor's
Degree in English and is now earning his Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. He works closely with the Bush and Schwarzenegger administrations promoting childhood education initiatives. |
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John Ruffin
John Ruffin is the president of Synergy Group, an organization development consulting firm in Santa Barbara with a national clientel. John brings to us his 25 plus years of experience in executive development, process improvement and training. |
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Andrew Adams, Student and Entrepreneur
The youngest Director of Creative Wealth International, Andrew at age 9 was one of the first kids through Santa Barbara's original Money Camp, now called Camp Millionaire. He subsequently went tohrough theWealthRules4Teens program, continuing to increase his financial literacy by networking, reading, watching the financial channel, and attending free seminars on the stock market, options, real estate and business ownership. He loves Creative Wealth International's program concept that if kids are exposed and instructed in money matters early, they will have the ability to help shape the future as informed citizens and consumers and to become business owners. |
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John Buerger, CFP®, Chairman of the Marketing Committee
John is a Wealth Coach and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. He is also President and Founder of ALTUS Wealth Solutions - a Registered Investment Advisor firm that has pioneered the process which blends the most successful personal development techniques with financial planning expertise. By understanding the emotional component of your relationship with money and helping you see your daily financial choices through that "framework," a wealth coach can help you get, keep and grow more wealth with less stress and fewer worries.
John draws from decades of experience as a business owner and entrepreneur as well as a BA in Economics (minor in Philosophy) from Middlebury College and a Masters of Science in Financial Services (with a focus on Behavioral Finance) from The American College (due to conclude in 2008). 12 years "behind the mike" in radio broadcasting has also helped him hone his communication skills.
A lack of Financial Literacy is a primary challenge to America's leadership in the 21st century - but knowing the right things to do with your money is only the first step of the solution. Understanding your own brain circuits (hardwiring) and your emotional relationship with wealth is the key to taking action and making good choices with your money, everyday. For ways to enjoy a better relationship with your money, visit www.RichAndFulfilling.com
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Arif Halaby
Arif Halaby has dedicated his life to protecting people. Arif transitioned from 11 years of service with the Los Angeles Police Department to helping people protect and preserve their hard-earned assets. Arif specializes in helping people get out of debt while planning for retirement. He is the owner of four financial services firms and operates Total Financial Money School where he educates people on ways to integrate finances in their day-to-day lives.
One of his areas of expertise is business development. Arif has been involved on a variety of levels with over 80 different companies, whether as a consultant, a member of the board, or corporate officer. He has vast experience in helping business owners maximize their earning potential through creative business models and wise investments and insurance.
A staunch advocate of education, Arif founded the Halaby Scholarship Fund in 1997 to reward students who demonstrate exceptional character. He also lectures broadly on personal and business financial topics ranging from debt elimination to retirement to college planning. Having built his business on a faith-based foundation, Arif places strong emphasis on helping his clients manage their finances through a spirit of giving. His expertise as a trusted financial advisor has earned the esteem of the Los Angeles community. |
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William H. Prouty, CBC CEC CEP CLU RHU MBA PhD
Dr. Prouty received his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Administration from Iowa State University. He has been awarded his MBA and PhD in Business Organizational Development as well as several specialty degrees, CLU, CBC, CEP, CEC and RHU in the financial services and E-Commerce industries. He served his country as a Naval Officer during the Vietnam War and was involved in operations management of electronic intelligence and communications activities. He is married and lives in Sun City, California with his wife Lynn. He has two grown children and two grandchildren.
He is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Champions for Life Foundation and Wealth Builders Clubs International, Inc., nonprofit financial, economic, business and political literacy education programs that will establish student chapters on the campuses of high schools, colleges and universities throughout North America. He will be leading several business missions to China and Africa in 2006-2007 to develop active working joint ventures with Chinese and other Asian business and government leaders and organizations. He is also assisting with the development of over 500 schools as well as economic & career development centers in Northern Uganda |
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