Andrew McGregor has an eclectic background in the not-for-profit and social enterprise worlds drawing from his expertise as a filmmaker, Grammy nominated bagpiper, inventor, writer, chess-boxing champion, entrepreneur, frequent TEDx speaker, mentor, Highlands games athlete, photojournalist, magician, Curator of MindshareLA, and a founder of The Tiziano Project.

He was named one of ‘LA’s 40 Most Interesting People’ by LA Weekly, was part of a team that won the SXSW Interactive Award for Activism, won the ‘Foreigner’ division of an Independence Day Chess Tournament in Kazakhstan, and he has been featured in the Sports Section of the ‘NY Times’.

After fifteen years designing the interiors of beautiful homes and offices, Alejandra found herself missing something. She took a break from work and focused on her most important client – herself. Her mental and emotional interior needed a reboot. She found that in Feng Shui.

Working with and studying under a Feng Shui master practitioner helped Alejandra unlock a new and wonderful set of principles to combine with years of high-end design success. With these combined experiences, Alejandra delivers beautifully designed spaces that improve the lives of her clients, their employees, and their families.

Alejandra experiences true inner joy when she sees the impact of her service on the lives of her clients. Her mission is to enhance far more than the appearance of their home or office, but to improve their well-being and lifestyle in a way they had not imagined.

Alejandra holds the follow accreditations:
Certification in the BTB style of Feng Shui and Bau-Biology under Karen Rauch Carter and the Academy of Exquisite Living
Professional Member of the International Feng Shui Guild (IFSG)
Certified in Biophilic Design from the Luminous
Spaces Feng Shui School. This is an IFSG Approved Gold School.
Certified Crystal Healer

Born in Austin, Texas, Alejandra was adopted at just five weeks old and raised in a Mexican-American family culture in Laredo. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Notre Dame was where Alejandra met her future husband, Art Brady. She and Art married and gave birth to their son Ryan.

At age 50, Alejandra began her spiritual journey. Coupled with the training she experienced in Feng Shui, her awakening brought her new insight into the mystical world of infinite possibilities and abundance. Her book I Just Can’t Make This Sh!t Up: Overcoming Fear and Accepting My Spiritual Gifts is the result of that journey.

Jeremy Ferguson is the placemaking director in Santa Monica’s Downtown. He is deeply involved in professional and community activities centered around placemaking, including general, creative, and tactical placemaking projects. Jeremy is also on the Board of Directors for the Santa Monica History Museum and works closely with children’s programs such as the YMCA, PAL, and the Boys and Girls Clubs. As an Ambassador for the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce, he actively participates in various initiatives to promote community engagement and development.

Jeremy’s interest in Route 66, especially its terminus in Santa Monica, ties into his professional expertise in civil infrastructure. He is focused on the history and placemaking elements along Route 66 as it approaches its centennial in 2026.

He is committed to equity and supports LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Women’s rights communities. Jeremy’s dedication to sustainability, community building, and high-quality, locally sourced foods aligns with his health choices. He aims to establish his professional brand to spearhead discussions on placemaking and community building while generating revenue to support nonprofits such as Heal the Bay and the Santa Monica History Museum.

Alan is a contemporary violinist hailing from Washington, DC., who at the age of 5 announced to his parents that he wanted to learn to play the violin after visiting a music “petting zoo.” After attending the Duke Ellington School of the Arts he continued his education at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, and Valencia, Spain.

Alan toured in Spain and he has traveled to Bolivia where he performed the Bolivian National Anthem with other musicians on the Salarde Uyuni, (world’s largest Salt Flat). He has performed at the White House for former first Lady Michelle Obama and led Patti Labelle’s orchestra as concert- master at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D. C.

Alan has interest in film and has arranged and played strings for a major film. Presently Alan is enjoying performing throughout Los Angeles,California and is recording his first solo album.

Versed in classical, hip-hop, river dance and jazz. Alan brings his background in violin training and skills in music production to create a unique music style whether performing solo or with a group.

Alan is grateful for all of his teachers/mentors. Music is inspiring for Ala and he enjoys bringing happiness to others thru his music, and envisions his future working with big names in the music industry and performing his original compositions internationally.

In his spare time he enjoys hiking, traveling, cooking, holistic living, listening to music and spending time with family and friends.

Bob Ramirez, DBA, MBA, DACFP | Faculty Chair, Academic Excellence/Professor of Business and Management, Author and Speaker

Dr. Robert Ramirez is an investing and business expert, author, educator, and speaker. He has dedicated his career to helping people achieve financial security. 

Through his books, speeches, and podcast interviews, Dr. Ramirez shares valuable insights on investment options and discusses important topics in today's financial marketplace. 

His commitment to financial education has helped many people take control of their financial futures.