Willem Du Toit

Brooke Knight, Managing Director of Proforma IT, and Ops Ninja of Mixed Media Fusion, offers over 15 years of experience in full life-cycle corporate recruitment, staffing, departmental budgets, technology and strategic planning consultancy within a variety of industries. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for providing beneficial solutions to the challenges faced by companies in competitive marketplaces, Brooke has consulted and recruited for corporations of all sizes, in almost every possible sector: Fortune 100 financial firms seeking executives, analysts and sales staff; government agencies and federal prime contracting firms requiring programmers with top-secret clearances; start-ups and newly established divisions within manufacturing seeking operations, staffing and new product development; and, technology companies seeking developers, programmers QA test automation experts, and operations management. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, she has completed additional studies with the United States Navy School of Music where she graduated with honors. Brooke is an accomplished musician, and has toured throughout the US as a vocalist, guitarist and keyboardist for various groups and the US Navy. Brooke volunteers often, and dedicates her spare time and resources to the Wounded Warriors, World Vision and local food banks. A recipient of the US Navy Good Conduct Medal, and the US Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for excellence in service, she is a proud veteran and member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Co-Founder and Board of Director: Innovate Palm Beach

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor, & strategic advisor to growing companies. Holder of 7 US patents for products that have been distributed to 15 countries around the world.

Founder, Atlantic Leadership Group, 1989. Deep niche serving advisory teams in Financial Services as their adjunct partner in growth, consulting and coaching to every aspect of practice management, marketing and team building. Secondary markets are Accounting and Law. Personally coached hundreds of high performers across most major firms, focusing on Strategy, Leadership and Productivity. Travelling primarily to major east coast markets, NY-Washington-FL MISSION We help successful Financial Advisors to continuously grow, improve and transition their businesses, resulting in increased AUM and revenue, improved clientele quality, optimized business practices and realized franchise value. DIFFERENTIATORS • The personal and motivating nature of our relationships. • The creative and customized scope of work. • The accountability and advisor execution of their plan. • In-person sessions, complemented with teleconference and web-based blended learning. • Extensive work with advisors, teams of all types and expert collaboration partners. • Coaching and consulting since 1989. Specialties: 1. Laser fast problem solving, creative brainstorming and group best-thinking. 2. Group and individual facilitation and strategic planning. 3. Team development, all phases of new team formation to adding members, succession/exit plans. 4. Strategic referral prospecting within clientele and Centers of Influence. 5. Conflict resolution and interpersonal team communication improvement. 6. Value proposition/target market focus and articulation; branding materials and planning.