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About Us

Meet Our Board of Advisors

Financial analysis & Forecasting

Amy Foeller

The CFO Service Founder, CEO

National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Treasurer of Phoenix, AZ Chapter

SCORE

Mentor

Combining her vast array of experiences in data analysis, accounting, and financial planning, Amy has set her sights on improving medical student and physician financial outcomes. Thanks to her Excel wizardry and project management skills, DDQX Learning students are provided with numerous tools and resources that make financially planning a career in medicine easier then ever.

While others spent years attaining their schooling, Amy built up her skill set on the job. Her first years after college were filled with entry-level bookkeeping positions that provided her with solid corporate experience, first in multi-state and then national commerce for a globally-recognized company. Having her fill of the corporate world, she moved on to an office manager role at a local small business, rapidly expanding her duties to include not only bookkeeping, but also payroll, HR, project management, detailed (and accurate) job costing, and high-level financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting over 12+ years.

With a goal to combine her blazing passion for anything numbers-related and a strong desire to guide other small business owners in building profitable businesses, Amy started her own fractional CFO firm. Now, as an entrepreneur herself, Amy’s ability to provide in-depth financial assessments and analyses is brought to companies across a multitude of industries, including construction, cosmetics, and education. She also regularly presents workshops focused on increasing small business owners' financial literacy and understanding of the fiscal health of their own businesses and firms.

Apart from her dedicated work life, Amy is an avid crocheter, piano player, aviation enthusiast, and volunteer. Her work with SCORE, mentoring other aspiring and established entrepreneurs, keeps her ever-learning mind sharp and also fulfills her innate desire to help others in any way she can, especially if it involves numbers.

Fortius Metals Inc Fractional CFO

OASIS Financial and Executive Managment CEO / CFO

Financial & Strategic Planning

Brent Bowyer

Brent Bowyer is a seasoned financial executive whose extensive career spans over 45 years, marked by a diverse range of high-level roles including Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Treasurer, Director of Finance, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Controller. His expertise lies in the meticulous preparation and analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and financial statements for multi-unit entities both in the USA and internationally. Brent’s proficiency extends beyond the numbers; he is adept at reporting and presenting complex financial data to various stakeholders, including staff, managers, executive teams, Board of Directors members, investors, and third parties.

A tactical and strategic financial professional, Brent has a knack for problem-solving, ranging from hands-on accounting and systems design to sophisticated financial transactions, planning, and budgeting. His collaborative approach has made him an asset in working closely with diverse teams and stakeholders. Brent’s experience is not just limited to the routine aspects of finance but also extends to more dynamic areas such as turnarounds and all facets of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activities. His acumen in finance is further highlighted by his experience with various financing vehicles like Angel Financing, Series A and B Financing, SAFE Financing vehicles, as well as other early-stage and traditional financing options.

As a leader, Brent is known for his proactive approach, well-developed emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal communication skills. He is a team player at heart who nurtures a family-like culture within organizations and excels in building world-class teams. Brent believes in partnership and collaboration, whether working with supervisors, peers, subordinates, or other stakeholders.

One of Brent’s key strengths is his ability as a coach and mentor. He is deeply motivated by the personal and professional development of his staff, guiding them to grow alongside the organization and to contribute meaningfully towards achieving the organization's mission, goals, objectives, and budget. His past roles as an operations manager, human resources manager, general manager, and CEO of remote, multiple USA and internationally located businesses have endowed him with a unique perspective and skill set.

Brent’s foresight in recognizing and fostering paradigm shifts is notable. He excels at implementing actions that lay the foundation for business models capable of successful scaling. His experience and skills make him an invaluable asset to any organization, particularly those looking to navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve sustainable growth and success.

Nonprofit & Government Affiliations

Maurice Ramirez, DO, PhD

Physician & Consultant Disabled/Retired

High Alert Institute Co-Founder, Chairperson

Dr. Ramirez is a former Senior Physician/Federal Medical Officer, Emergency Room Doctor, Disaster Medicine Specialist and Bioterrorism/Hazmat expert. He is the recipient of the American Association of Physician Specialists Lifetime Achievement Award in Disaster Medicine and also served as the Founding Chairperson of the American Board of Disaster Medicine. For more than three decades, Dr. Ramirez has brought vast clinical, field response, and professional speaking experience to the disaster response community.

He has published numerous articles in professional and scientific journals and has been cited in over 24 textbooks. In addition, Dr. Ramirez authored The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Disaster Preparedness (Alpha Books, 2009) and Making Sense of Disaster Medicine (Oxford Univ. Press, 2010). He was the Technical Advisor for Spike TV’s: Surviving Disaster and 1000 Ways to Die.

Dr. Ramirez currently serves as the Chairperson for the High Alert Institute, contributing his knowledge, experience and insight to the advancement of disaster healthcare science, research, policies and procedures, as well as novel technologies. Furthermore, he is dedicated to the advancement of green energy solutions and has an immense enthusiasm for raising koi.

New Solutions Network Founder, CSO

The CHOPRA Foundation Strategic Advisor

Strategic Partnerships

Natanya Wachtel, PHD

Women Who Create Board Chair

ViTel Health Strategic Advisor

Dr. Natanya Wachtel is a seasoned behavioral psychology scientist with a profound commitment to integrative wellness, especially in the context of mental and gut health, with a passion for all things integrative and the magic of Fungi.

With over 20 years of professional experience, she has intricately combined the principles of behavioral science with emerging digital innovations, making significant strides in B2B and D2C sectors, particularly within health and wellness, pharmaceutical and biotech, MedTech, and EdTech domains.

As the founder of New Solutions Network, Dr. Wachtel has curated a leading-edge consulting network of behavioral science marketers, clinicians and healthcare tech experts. Their mission is to champion education, marketing and novel products that fortify trust while making a positive impact on the world. She's also an early partner and investor in evrmore, an Empathy AI(™)-powered MedTech start-up, which is pioneering the integration of technology, positive psychology and empathy in therapeutic applications for GenZ betterment.

Dr. Wachtel’s passion extends beyond just business. As the Board Chair of Women Who Create, she actively mentors and provides scholarships to women of color, fostering equity and representation. Over the last two decades, she has fervently advocated for mental health awareness, addressing disparities in healthcare accessibility, education for marginalized communities, and nutrition.

Recently, Dr. Wachtel introduced “Mindful Moments,” a TV segment focusing on self-care and mindfulness practices. She also hosts the insightful health podcast, “Insights Out,” on the Outcomes Rocket Network, where she speaks with clinicians and business leaders and delves deep into customer-driven narratives within the healthcare and wellness industries.

Her background is a combination of academia, working with clinicians and patients, and launching major healthcare brands that uniquely positions her as an industry trailblazer, poised to learn and share her ideas on the transformative power of psychedelics.

The Force for Health Network Chief Medical Officer, Co-Founder

Physician Entrepreneurship

Rob Gillio, MD

Robert Gillio, an esteemed member of the DDQX Learning advisory board, holds the position of Chief Medical Officer and is a Co-Founder at The Force for Health. His career is defined by a relentless commitment to innovating healthcare solutions, focusing on empowering individuals to be active participants in their health outcomes. With a foundation in clinical practice, Dr. Gillio's efforts span various healthcare settings, from intensive care units to free clinics. He is also an accomplished inventor with 15 patents and successful exits to Fortune 500 companies.

Dr. Gillio's approach blends innovation with real-world applications, significantly reducing drug errors and surgical complications globally. His work as a social entrepreneur has been pivotal in health literacy, showcasing success in crisis situations like 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, and in diverse community settings. He emphasizes the importance of sustainable solutions with measurable goals and financial returns, moving beyond reliance on grants.

At this career stage, Dr. Gillio continues to seek opportunities for holistic healthcare innovation, involving patients, providers, payors, and communities, leveraging knowledge, incentives, and technology. Through The Force for Health Program, he aspires to create a global movement addressing social determinants and caregiving issues, utilizing "omnimedia" health and ed-tech IT solutions. His vision involves partnering with healthcare systems or companies to develop, test, and demonstrate comprehensive solutions, using his extensive tools and relationships to enhance the role of individuals in healthcare teams.