More than a cruise.
A curated experience for connection and growth.

Featured Speaker: Luther Andal

Most AI content is hype with no real “how.” Luther is changing that aboard The Connection Collective Inaugural Cruise.

💡 His session will be hands-on, practical, and packed with real tools you can use immediately to grow your business.

If you’ve been thinking:

• “I know I should use AI, but where do I start?”
• “I’m using AI, but not seeing results.”

You need to be in this room.

With 30 years in technology, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, Luther has built a career helping businesses turn emerging tools into measurable success. As Co-Founder & CEO of Streamline, he now helps companies implement AI through practical solutions and custom software.

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Featured Speaker: Tiffany Ann Jones, Esq.

Many business owners are building on vibes… without a real legal foundation. Tiffany is changing that aboard The Connection Collective Inaugural Cruise.

Her session will be practical, strategic, and focused on helping you build a business that is not just profitable—but protected and positioned to scale.

If you’ve been thinking:

• “I have an LLC… but I’m not sure I set it up right.”
• “Do I actually own my brand?”
• “What documents do I really need to protect my business?”

You need to be in this room.

Inside her session:

• Proper business structure
• Governing documents that actually protect you
• Brand ownership beyond just a name
• Contracts built for real growth

As a Business, Brand, and Contract Attorney, Tiffany works with entrepreneurs to structure, protect, and grow their businesses with intention—so what you’re building is secure and scalable.

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Featured Speaker: Kate Kharlamova

Founder of RedHat Studio Branding Agency

Anyone can create content. Few businesses know how to create a brand.

Kate is changing that.

💡 Through a unique combination of branding strategy, psychology, visual storytelling, and community engagement, she helps organizations build credibility, visibility, and meaningful connections with their audience.

If you've been wondering:

• “Why isn't my marketing generating stronger results?”
• “How can I stand out in a crowded marketplace?”
• “Does my online presence truly reflect the quality of my business?”
• “What story is my brand telling before I ever speak to a client?”

You need to be in this room.

Kate is the Founder of RedHat Studio, a branding strategist, media partner, and visual storyteller with experience supporting business leaders, nonprofits, authors, speakers, and growing organizations throughout Florida.

Her work goes beyond photography. She helps businesses create a visual and strategic brand ecosystem that strengthens reputation, builds trust, and turns attention into opportunity.

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Featured Speaker: Nancy Peltonen, MA, FCCP

Nancy Peltonen is an accomplished executive leader with expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, fundraising, marketing, and community engagement. As President & CEO of the Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce, she helped lead the Chamber to recognition as the fastest-growing chamber in Central Florida by revenue in 2025.

Recognized as one of Central Florida’s 34 Influential Leaders by the Orlando Business Journal, Nancy is passionate about helping professionals build meaningful relationships, strengthen customer loyalty, and create lasting community impact.

Nancy will share practical strategies for creating memorable customer experiences that build loyalty, increase referrals, and encourage repeat business. Attendees will learn simple retention techniques, identify gaps in their customer journey, and leave with actionable ideas they can implement immediately.

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