• Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

Wellness Fair Marketplace and Food Trucks Open

Doug & Stacy

Off Grid with Doug & Stacy

Doug and Stacy are the creators of Off Grid with Doug & Stacy, a widely followed platform documenting their transition from suburban life to full self-sufficiency. Former business owners, they made the deliberate decision to step away from the fast pace of city living, sell their home and businesses, and move to the countryside in pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life. What makes their story compelling is that they began with no prior experience in homesteading or off-grid living.

Jaimie Shores has been performing on steel pan since the age of 8. She grew up playing pans with her family band, Tropical Shores. Jaimie has played thousands of events such as fairs, weddings, corporate events, private parties, and many more. She is a classically trained percussionist and has taught private lessons, high school drum lines, and steel drum bands for over 15 years. Most recently, Jaimie served as band director at Socrates Academy in Matthews, NC.

Jaimie has found great joy and satisfaction in making music and sharing it with people all over the country. Now based in Charlotte, NC, Jaimie plays events and parties in North and South Carolina.

Ruby is a Roots Reggae & Dub Selectress & co-owner of Sky High Reggae. She has been collecting and spinning tunes since the 90’s. Ruby’s collection spans 80 years of conscious music throughout the African diaspora.

Lopaka Rootz is a singer songwriter & musician creating Reggae music from Hawaii. Kailua Kona, Hawaii, Moku o Keaw to be precise. Known for his KWXX #1 Hit songs “Living My Best Life” and “Blue Clear Sky”, “Lemon Pie”, “Ganjaprenuer”, “The Three L’s”, the “Irie Hawaii Radio Ad Jingle”, “Eddie”, “The Ocean”, and “Takin It Easy.”

He has gotten frequent radio play on KWXX, KAPA and Q103 in Maui and Kong Radio in Kauai. He was just recently featured on KHON’s living 808 as one of local reggae’s upcoming stars and has opened for such headlining acts as Leilani Wolfgramm, Soul Medic, Black Uhuru, Through The Roots, Tomorrows Bad Seeds and Mike Love at the sold out Kahilu Theatre.

His music is a unique style of positive original upbeat reggae with a message of gratitude and positivity.

Ruby is a Roots Reggae & Dub Selectress & co-owner of Sky High Reggae. She has been collecting and spinning tunes since the 90’s. Ruby’s collection spans 80 years of conscious music throughout the African diaspora.

Of Good Nature is a high-energy live band from Charlotte, NC, blending rock, soul, reggae, and world music into a powerful, feel-good experience. Known for their vibrant musicianship and irresistible grooves, the band delivers dynamic performances rooted in real instruments, funky rhythms, and crowd connection. No clicks, no tracks, just pure chemistry.

Led by singer, guitarist, and songwriter Cam Brown, OGN is a tight-knit musical family: David Hamilton Jr. on drums, JazzyZach on saxophone, Jeremy Maher on bass, Jerred Gaynor on percussion, and MikelParis (of O.A.R.) on keyboards. Together, they’ve built a reputation for unforgettable live shows and genre-fusing sound.

Their latest single, “Hold Me” featuring G. Love and Special Sauce is being spun across the country on AAA Radio, while their track “Be The Day” was featured in PlayStation’s MLB The Show. The band’s breakout song, “Don’t Wanna Give Up” featuring Shwayze, quickly surpassed 1 million Spotify streams and became a summertime staple on Spotify’s Beach Vibes playlist, connecting with fans around the world through its hopeful lyrics: “I’ll smile and I’ll breathe, I’ll do what I need.”

Beyond the stage, Of Good Nature brings their mission to life through community action. They partnered with NourishUp to launch the “Good Food For Good Neighbors” fundraiser, providing meals and food education to thousands in need across Charlotte. The band also joined forces with RoofAbove Charity and was featured in Sierra Nevada’s Doing Big Things campaign for their work in uplifting their local community. Whether on stage, in the studio, or giving back, Of Good Nature is all heart, all groove, and all in. Inviting listeners everywhere to move, feel, and live good.

Ruby is a Roots Reggae & Dub Selectress & co-owner of Sky High Reggae. She has been collecting and spinning tunes since the 90’s. Ruby’s collection spans 80 years of conscious music throughout the African diaspora.

Enjoy Your Evening at the Tryon Resort.

Marc Montemerlo

Personal Trainer, Life Coach, and Fitness Instructor

Marc Montemerlo is a personal trainer, life coach, and fitness instructor with Leaps and Rebounds, where he helps people rebuild strength, confidence, and momentum through movement and mindset. His work blends functional fitness, recovery-based training, and practical coaching that meets people where they are physically and mentally.

Founded over 10 years ago, Leaps & Rebounds creates thoughtfully engineered rebounders that support the body through gentle, rhythmic movement. Designed to encourage lymphatic flow, circulation, and balance without strain, our rebounders are built for daily use as part of a natural, holistic approach to health. Proudly made with American-built frames by a small U.S. team

As a keynote speaker, Marc focuses on resilience, discipline, and sustainable health habits that translate beyond the gym into daily life. His approach centers on consistency over extremes, helping individuals create lasting change through small, repeatable actions that support long-term well-being.

Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

• Event Check-In and Wellness Marketplace

Book signings and sales open for Barbara O'Neill, JordanRubin, and Dr Sherri Tenpenny.

The VIP option includes book signing fast lane with photo opportunity with Barbara O’Neill with special VIP seating for lectures and presentations.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Selina Delangre: President and CEO of Selina Naturally Brand of Celtic Sea Salt®

Selina Delangre is a visionary entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist known for her unwavering commitment to health and well-being.

As the President and CEO of Selina Naturally, the renowned home of the Celtic Sea Salt® brand, she has left an indelible mark on the natural products industry. With a career spanning over four decades, Selina has not only transformed her company but has also made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle.

Jordan Rubin

American Natural Health Expert, NY Times Bestselling Author, and Entrepreneur

Jordan Rubin is an American natural health expert, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur widely known as America’s Biblical Health Coach. After overcoming severe chronic illness as a young adult, Jordan dedicated his life to understanding the connection between nutrition, faith, and whole-body wellness. That personal journey led to the publication of The Maker’s Diet, a landmark book that helped spark a nationwide conversation around biblical nutrition, real food, and restorative health.

Dr. Patrick Jones

Practicing Veterinarian, Clinical Herbalist, Traditional Naturopath, Author and Lecturer

Dr. Patrick Jones discusses how to use herbs for respiratory conditions including Coronavirus, asthma, allergies, influenza outbreaks and other conditions. Learn to use readily available plants to address these conditions. If you do, you'll breath easier.

Dr. Patrick Jones is the founder of the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine. His lecture style has been described as a cross between John Christopher and Steve Martin. When you leave his class, your brain will be full and your sides will be sore from laughing. His engaging and down-to-Earth style will leave you feeling truly excited and empowered to use these wonderful plants. Because of his veterinary credentials, Dr. Jones has had the opportunity to use herbs on all sorts of cases that would not typically be addressed by herbalists. Rattlesnake bites, gunshot wounds, serious infections and systemic illnesses of all kinds make up his daily herbal practice for man and beast. Because of the miracles he's seen over the years, Dr. Jones has an evangelical zeal to teach others about herbal medicine. His book The HomeGrown Herbalist and his school emphasize self-reliant herbalism and being plant-based rather than product based. Dr. Jones and his wife LoriAnn are the parents of 15 (mostly adopted) children. They live on an 80-acre homestead near Filer, Idaho. More info at HomeGrownHerbalist.net.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr. Jed Adamson

Naturopathic Doctor, Clinical Herbalist, Acupuncturist, Naprapathic Doctor, Massage Therapist, and Advanced EMT.

Dr. Jed Adamson served for many years as a first responder and EMT on ambulance crews and as Director of Emergency Medical Services for Jerome County, Idaho. Dr. Adamson is now in private practice in Twin Falls Idaho where he spends his time helping people regain their health. Dr. Adamson loves to share his extensive knowledge and has a number of natural wellness courses available at homesteadacademy.com.

Life is often physically demanding. Lifting, hauling, bending, and long, busy days can take a serious toll on the body. The work doesn’t stop when you’re hurting, so having simple, natural ways to ease pain is an essential skill. In this class, Jed Adamson teaches do-it-yourself methods for relieving pain without pharmaceuticals. You’ll learn how auricular therapy uses gentle acupressure points on the ear to help reduce back pain, joint pain, headaches, and muscle strain. Jed also shares a few other effective holistic remedies to ease pain. The class ends with a live demonstration so you can confidently use these techniques at home.

Stress Less, Live More: Auricular Therapy for Mood Support
Stress shows up in many ways, especially in the busy rhythm of life. Anxiety, depression, insomnia, and trouble focusing are all signs the nervous system needs support. In this class, Dr. Jed Adamson teaches simple, natural tools for calming emotional strain without pharmaceuticals. Auricular therapy uses gentle pressure on specific points of the ear to balance the nervous system, lift mood, and improve sleep. It is comfortable, effective, and easy to do at home. Jed will teach healing auricular points for mood support, as well as other natural remedies that encourage emotional well-being. The class ends with a live demonstration so you can use these techniques confidently.

Managing Headaches and Migraines with Auricular Therapy
Nothing derails a productive day faster than a pounding headache. In this class, Dr. Jed Adamson teaches simple methods for relieving headaches without pharmaceuticals. Auricular therapy uses gentle stimulation on specific points of the ear to influence how the brain interprets pain signals. Jed will teach ear points for tension headaches, sinus pressure, and migraines, along with a few other effective natural remedies for pain. The class ends with a live demonstration so you can use these techniques confidently whenever a headache strikes.

Natural Respiratory Relief With Auricular Therapy
Colds, coughs, and congestion make their rounds on every homestead. With the average adult getting 2–4 respiratory infections a year, and kids catching 6–8, every family needs to know how to support the lungs naturally. In this class, Dr. Jed Adamson teaches simple, practical skills that help you breathe easier without reaching for pharmaceuticals. By stimulating specific points on the ear, you can ease coughing, loosen tight airways, reduce sinus pressure, and support the body’s natural immune response. No needles, no pain, and no special equipment required. Jed will introduce the auricular points for common respiratory issues and share a few natural remedies families can rely on during cold and flu season. A live demonstration wraps up the class so you can use these techniques with confidence.

Dr. Wesley Braden

Qigong Instructor, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Wesley is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine who has been practicing since 2021, and has owned a clinic in Rutherfordton since 2024. Wesley has had a lifelong passion for martial arts, spirituality and health which all culminate into his focus upon Tai Ji and Qi Gong for over 15 years. Wesley has learned from instructors directly in China, from several workshops with skilled practitioners, and from personal teachers in Daoism and Chinese Medicine. Wesley’s emphasis in learning has been on Yang style Tai Ji, as well as from the Quan Zhen school of Daoism for Qi Gong and meditation.

Wesley enjoys helping the Rutherford community through his clinical practice and spends his free time reading, cooking, and gardening with his partner Paige and their 3 cats.

Wellness Marketplace

Opting Out and Opting In – The Homestead Lifestyle

This is how our family chose the “road less traveled” by opting out of mainstream food, screens, and rushed living, and opting into a full homesteading lifestyle that makes abstaining from harmful things almost automatic. I’ll share stories from our farm, including extended fasting and other times I’ve abstained even from “good” things, and then give simple, practical tips for how anyone can start replacing old habits with a new, value-driven lifestyle so you don’t just change what you do, you change who you are.

Justin Rhodes

Entrepreneur, Author, Film Producer, and YouTuber

Justin Rhodes is an entrepreneur, author, film producer, and educator known for making sustainable living practical and accessible for everyday families. He lives with his wife and children on a 75-acre farm in North Carolina, where he documents real-world homesteading through hands-on food production, regenerative agriculture, and animal husbandry. What began as a personal search for healthier food and a more grounded life grew into a global platform that has helped hundreds of thousands rethink how they grow, raise, and source what they eat.

Trained in permaculture design under Geoff Lawton and influenced by mentors across regenerative agriculture and natural livestock management, Justin blends traditional wisdom with modern problem-solving. He is the creator of Abundant Permaculture and the founder of Abundance Plus, a streaming platform dedicated to sustainable living, homesteading education, and community-driven learning. His educational films, including Permaculture Chickens and The Great American Farm Tour, reflect his commitment to teaching by doing and sharing both successes and setbacks with honesty.

Through books, online courses, documentaries, and more than a decade of video storytelling, Justin has become a trusted voice in the modern homesteading movement. His work focuses on resilience, stewardship of the land, and building systems that support families and communities over the long term. As a featured speaker, Justin brings practical insight, lived experience, and a grounded message that challenges people to reconnect with their food, their land, and their capacity to live with purpose and abundance.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Doug & Stacy

Off Grid with Doug & Stacy

Doug and Stacy are the creators of Off Grid with Doug & Stacy, a widely followed platform documenting their transition from suburban life to full self-sufficiency. Former business owners, they made the deliberate decision to step away from the fast pace of city living, sell their home and businesses, and move to the countryside in pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life. What makes their story compelling is that they began with no prior experience in homesteading or off-grid living.

Please submit your questions for Barbara O'Neill and the team at the Guest Services Information Booth on the 3rd Floor by 1pm to be randomly selected. You will add your name and question to the index card and place it in the question box. There will be one specific for Barbara O'Neill and an additional box for our other featured speakers in attendance that day.

Enjoy Your Evening at the Tryon Resort.

Marc Montemerlo

Personal Trainer, Life Coach, and Fitness Instructor

Marc Montemerlo is a personal trainer, life coach, and fitness instructor with Leaps and Rebounds, where he helps people rebuild strength, confidence, and momentum through movement and mindset. His work blends functional fitness, recovery-based training, and practical coaching that meets people where they are physically and mentally.

Founded over 10 years ago, Leaps & Rebounds creates thoughtfully engineered rebounders that support the body through gentle, rhythmic movement. Designed to encourage lymphatic flow, circulation, and balance without strain, our rebounders are built for daily use as part of a natural, holistic approach to health. Proudly made with American-built frames by a small U.S. team

As a keynote speaker, Marc focuses on resilience, discipline, and sustainable health habits that translate beyond the gym into daily life. His approach centers on consistency over extremes, helping individuals create lasting change through small, repeatable actions that support long-term well-being.

Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

• Event Check-In and Wellness Marketplace

Book signings and sales open for Barbara O'Neill, JordanRubin, and Dr Sherri Tenpenny.

The VIP option includes book signing fast lane with photo opportunity with Barbara O’Neill with special VIP seating for lectures and presentations.

Jordan Rubin

American Natural Health Expert, NY Times Bestselling Author, and Entrepreneur

Jordan Rubin is an American natural health expert, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur widely known as America’s Biblical Health Coach. After overcoming severe chronic illness as a young adult, Jordan dedicated his life to understanding the connection between nutrition, faith, and whole-body wellness. That personal journey led to the publication of The Maker’s Diet, a landmark book that helped spark a nationwide conversation around biblical nutrition, real food, and restorative health.

Jordan is the author of 31 books that have collectively sold millions of copies and influenced how people approach diet, supplementation, and lifestyle choices. He is the founder of Garden of Life, Beyond Organic, and Ancient Nutrition, brands that reshaped the natural products industry by emphasizing integrity, transparency, and food-based nutrition. His work consistently bridges ancient dietary principles with modern science, making complex health concepts practical and accessible.

A leader in regenerative agriculture, Jordan operates Heal the Planet Farms in Tennessee and Missouri, where he focuses on soil restoration, ethical animal husbandry, and sustainable food systems. His mission extends beyond personal health to planetary stewardship, teaching that human health and environmental health are inseparable. Jordan lives this message alongside his wife, Nicki, and their six children. As a featured speaker, he brings lived experience, research-backed insight, and a faith-centered perspective that challenges audiences to rethink health from the ground up.

Dan Stachofsky: President of Essential Energy Solutions

How are the many cell towers, wifi signals, and electromagnetic fields around us affecting our health? And what can we do about them? Dan Stachofsky, the founder of Essential Energy, learned about their effects the hard way, as his family dealt with numerous health issues provoked by the non-native fields. Today, he tells his story and offers simple suggestions for not only mitigating negative EMFs but also amplifying healthy frequencies around us.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr. Christiane Northrup

Women’s Health Expert, Bestselling Author, Holistic Wellness Advocate

Dr. Christiane Northrup, M.D., is visionary pioneer in women’s health, a board-certified OB/GYN, and New York Times bestselling author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, The Wisdom of Menopause and Goddesses Never Age. Dr. Northrup was the host of 8 highly successful public-television specials. Her work has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, the Today Show, NBC Nightly News, The View, Rachael Ray, Good Morning America, 20/20, and The Dr. Oz Show, among many others.

Dr. Northrup was named one of the “100 Most Trusted People in America” by Reader’s Digest (2013), and one of Oprah Winfrey’s “Super Soul 100”—a group of leaders using their voices and talent to awaken humanity (2016).

Dr. Northrup has also been named one of the “Watkins Spiritual 100”—a list of living people that make a unique and spiritual contribution on a global scale (2020, 2021, 2022).

In December 2022 Dr. Northrup was 1 of 6 women to receive the Zelenko Foundation’s Rosa Parks Award, and honored for standing up for truth, God and justice against all odds, smears, obstacles, and censorship.

She continues to inspire and awaken humanity through live events, her website DrNorthup.com, social media presence on Facebook/Meta, Twitter, Instagram, podcasts on her True North on Substack, and through her line of health and personal care products, Amata Life.

Dr. Patrick Jones

Practicing Veterinarian, Clinical Herbalist, Traditional Naturopath, Author and Lecturer

Join Dr. Patrick Jones for a discussion on medicinal plants that possess remarkable power to decrease pain. Modern medicines typically mask pain or numb the mind to its presence. Herbs get to the true root of pain and alleviate it as well or better than drugs without the side effects or risks of addiction. Dr. Jones will share his decades of experience on how to successfully manage various kinds of pain with medicinal plants and other natural tools. You’ll leave this lecture empowered to manage pain for yourself and your loved ones using plants growing all around your homestead.

Patrick Jones is the founder of the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine. His lecture style has been described as a cross between John Christopher and Steve Martin. When you leave his class, your brain will be full and your sides will be sore from laughing. His engaging and down-to-Earth style will leave you feeling truly excited and empowered to use these wonderful plants. Because of his veterinary credentials, Dr. Jones has had the opportunity to use herbs on all sorts of cases that would not typically be addressed by herbalists. Rattlesnake bites, gunshot wounds, serious infections and systemic illnesses of all kinds make up his daily herbal practice for man and beast. Because of the miracles he's seen over the years, Dr. Jones has an evangelical zeal to teach others about herbal medicine. His book The HomeGrown Herbalist and his school emphasize self-reliant herbalism and being plant-based rather than product based. Dr. Jones and his wife LoriAnn are the parents of 15 (mostly adopted) children. They live on an 80-acre homestead near Filer, Idaho. More info at HomeGrownHerbalist.net.

Lucianne Walker

Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, Auricular Therapist, Instructor

Herbal medicine making can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be! Join Luci Walker, Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Instructor at the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine, as she shows you how simple and functional herbal medicine really is!

In this class, you’ll explore a wide range of herbal delivery methods, including capsules, pills, hot infusions, cold infusions, tinctures, glycerites, vinegars, oxymels, poultices, syrups, and more. You’ll discover the advantages and limitations of each preparation, learn how to make them at home, and understand proper dosing.

No experience is needed—this class is designed for everyone. Come gain confidence, learn practical skills, and start creating your own herbal remedies with ease!

About Lucianne

Lucianne Walker is a Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, Auricular Therapist, Instructor in The HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine, and the General Manager of HomeGrown Herbalist. To Luci, herbal medicine is more than a field of study—it’s a way of life. Growing up as the daughter of Dr. Patrick Jones, she was immersed in traditional healing, sparking a lifelong love and study of plants and other natural healing modalities.

Today, she lives on a 10-acre homestead in Idaho with her husband, Davis, and their five homeschooled children. Luci balances family life with managing HomeGrown Herbalist and teaching herbal medicine, encouraging others to make herbalism a meaningful part of their lives.

Dr. Wesley Braden

Qigong Instructor, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Wesley is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine who has been practicing since 2021, and has owned a clinic in Rutherfordton since 2024. Wesley has had a lifelong passion for martial arts, spirituality and health which all culminate into his focus upon Tai Ji and Qi Gong for over 15 years. Wesley has learned from instructors directly in China, from several workshops with skilled practitioners, and from personal teachers in Daoism and Chinese Medicine. Wesley’s emphasis in learning has been on Yang style Tai Ji, as well as from the Quan Zhen school of Daoism for Qi Gong and meditation.

Wesley enjoys helping the Rutherford community through his clinical practice and spends his free time reading, cooking, and gardening with his partner Paige and their 3 cats.

Wellness Marketplace

H.R. Payne

Vice President of Business Development, AzureWell

H.R. Payne brings over 25 years of high-level leadership experience specific to the supplement industry. His background in clinical nutrition, excipient free formulation, and Quality Assurance has been instrumental in helping guide AzureWell, the health professional brand of Azure Standard, toward its mission of providing uncompromised, ethically sourced wellness solutions for practitioners and their clients.

At AzureWell, H.R. is surrounded by a team of experts whose shared knowledge and collaboration drive AzureWell in the highest Quality Assurance Standards in the industry to provide clean label excipient free nutrition. This collective knowledge pioneers AzureWell to design the most natural clinical formulas informed and validated by science.

For H.R., joining AzureWell was less a professional move but more a calling - an alignment with shared values of purity, sustainability, and service to both people and the planet. Together, the AzureWell team is honored to bring together an uncompromised network of resources and wellness solutions that embody honesty, care, and scientific rigor - an ongoing promise to do right by our bodies and the world we share.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr. Patrick Jones

Practicing Veterinarian, Clinical Herbalist, Traditional Naturopath, Author and Lecturer

Clinical herbalist, naturopath and practicing veterinarian Dr. Patrick Jones discusses the use of medicinal plants in first aid scenarios. You will be astounded at the interventions that are possible using only plants readily available in your own backyard. You'll be even more astounded to learn how easy it is for you to do it yourself should the need ever arise! Learn to address bleeding, infections, earaches, respiratory emergencies, burns, wounds and other common issues from one who has dealt with such things in practice on a daily basis for years.

Dr. Patrick Jones is the founder of the HomeGrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine. His lecture style has been described as a cross between John Christopher and Steve Martin. When you leave his class, your brain will be full and your sides will be sore from laughing. His engaging and down-to-Earth style will leave you feeling truly excited and empowered to use these wonderful plants. Because of his veterinary credentials, Dr. Jones has had the opportunity to use herbs on all sorts of cases that would not typically be addressed by herbalists. Rattlesnake bites, gunshot wounds, serious infections and systemic illnesses of all kinds make up his daily herbal practice for man and beast. Because of the miracles he's seen over the years, Dr. Jones has an evangelical zeal to teach others about herbal medicine. His book The HomeGrown Herbalist and his school emphasize self-reliant herbalism and being plant-based rather than product based. Dr. Jones and his wife LoriAnn are the parents of 15 (mostly adopted) children. They live on an 80-acre homestead near Filer, Idaho. More info at HomeGrownHerbalist.net.

The Advil Challenge: Introducing Recharge Gummies as a Natural Alternative

This speaking segment introduces event guests to The Advil Challenge, Franny’s Farmacy’s signature engagement strategy designed to encourage customers to experience Recharge Gummies (CBD + CBG + THC) as a natural alternative to traditional pain relievers like Advil and other NSAIDs. Staff will learn the simple premise behind the campaign, how cannabinoids such as Cannabidiol (CBD) and Cannabigerol (CBG) interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system, and why many people are exploring cannabinoid-based wellness products to support recovery, inflammation response, and overall balance.

Stacy (Off Grid with Doug & Stacy)

Missouri Tea Company

Doug and Stacy are the creators of Off Grid with Doug & Stacy, a widely followed platform documenting their transition from suburban life to full self-sufficiency. Former business owners, they made the deliberate decision to step away from the fast pace of city living, sell their home and businesses, and move to the countryside in pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life. What makes their story compelling is that they began with no prior experience in homesteading or off-grid living.

Please submit your questions for Barbara O'Neill and the team at the Guest Services Information Booth on the 3rd Floor by 1pm to be randomly selected. You will add your name and question to the index card and place it in the question box. There will be one specific for Barbara O'Neill and an additional box for our other featured speakers in attendance that day.

H.R. Payne and Special Guests Q&A

At AzureWell, H.R. is surrounded by a team of experts whose shared knowledge and collaboration drive AzureWell in the highest Quality Assurance Standards in the industry to provide clean label excipient free nutrition. This collective knowledge pioneers AzureWell to design the most natural clinical formulas informed and validated by science. Together, the AzureWell team is honored to bring together an uncompromised network of resources and wellness solutions that embody honesty, care, and scientific rigor - an ongoing promise to do right by our bodies and the world we share.

Enjoy Your Evening at the Tryon Resort.

Marc Montemerlo

Personal Trainer, Life Coach, and Fitness Instructor

Marc Montemerlo is a personal trainer, life coach, and fitness instructor with Leaps and Rebounds, where he helps people rebuild strength, confidence, and momentum through movement and mindset. His work blends functional fitness, recovery-based training, and practical coaching that meets people where they are physically and mentally.

Founded over 10 years ago, Leaps & Rebounds creates thoughtfully engineered rebounders that support the body through gentle, rhythmic movement. Designed to encourage lymphatic flow, circulation, and balance without strain, our rebounders are built for daily use as part of a natural, holistic approach to health. Proudly made with American-built frames by a small U.S. team

As a keynote speaker, Marc focuses on resilience, discipline, and sustainable health habits that translate beyond the gym into daily life. His approach centers on consistency over extremes, helping individuals create lasting change through small, repeatable actions that support long-term well-being.

Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

• Event Check-In and Wellness Marketplace

Book signings and sales open for Barbara O'Neill, JordanRubin, and Dr Sherri Tenpenny.

The VIP option includes book signing fast lane with photo opportunity with Barbara O’Neill with special VIP seating for lectures and presentations.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr Stephen Pidgeon

Founder, President, and CEO of Cepher Publishing Group

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon is the founder, president, and chief executive officer of Cepher Publishing Group and a recognized scholar of Hebraic scripture. He holds a PhD in political science and a Juris Doctor and has spent decades studying ancient texts, languages, and historical context to bring greater clarity to scripture. He is the primary contributor to the creation of the את Cepher, a comprehensive restoration of biblical texts that integrates linguistic, cultural, and historical depth.

Jonathan Otto 

Award-Winning Filmmaker, and Investigative Medical Journalist

Jonathan Otto is an award-winning filmmaker, investigative medical journalist, and serial entrepreneur known for uncovering hidden truths at the intersection of health, science, and human freedom. Driven by a deep commitment to reduce suffering, his work has reached millions worldwide with educational content addressing cancer, autoimmune disease, dementia, vaccine injury, COVID-19, and emerging biological threats. His reporting combines investigative storytelling with direct access to doctors, researchers, and survivors whose voices often go unheard.

Living Nectar Spotlight

India's Secret For Over 5000 Years

Living Nectar™ flows from Palmyra trees that pepper the sun-drenched landscapes of Southern India, where this treasured blossom nectar has been tapped and savored for centuries.

Known locally as neera, Living Nectar is collected at the peak of freshness and allowed to undergo natural, wild-fermentation—a process celebrated not only for its unique flavor, but also for its ability to unlock Living Nectar’s full nutritional value.

In Ayurveda, India’s ancient system of holistic medicine, Palmyra nectar is considered a rasayana—a rejuvenating substance that helps restore balance, nourish the body’s tissues (dhatus), and promote ojas, the vital energy linked to immunity, vitality, and overall well-being. Traditionally, it has been valued as a gentle digestive tonic, a cooling food that soothes pitta (excess heat in the body), and a natural source of sustained energy.

Modern nutritional science now echoes what Ayurvedic practitioners have known for generations: Living Nectar™ is naturally rich in B vitamins (including B12), as well as mineral salts, and prebiotic sugars that supercharge beneficial gut bacteria. This unique and delicious combination means it doesn’t just sweeten—it supports healthy metabolism, gut balance, and steady, crash-free energy.

Whether stirred into your morning coffee, matcha or warm chai, or swirled through ceremonial cacao, or enjoyed before bed for gentle overnight nourishment, Living Nectar™ is a sweet way to supercharge your day (and night)—rooted in the wisdom of Ayurveda, crafted for modern wellness.

Stacy Colbert (Off Grid with Doug & Stacy)

Missouri Tea Company

Doug and Stacy are the creators of Off Grid with Doug & Stacy, a widely followed platform documenting their transition from suburban life to full self-sufficiency. Former business owners, they made the deliberate decision to step away from the fast pace of city living, sell their home and businesses, and move to the countryside in pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life. What makes their story compelling is that they began with no prior experience in homesteading or off-grid living.

Dr. Wesley Braden

Qigong Instructor, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Wesley is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine who has been practicing since 2021, and has owned a clinic in Rutherfordton since 2024. Wesley has had a lifelong passion for martial arts, spirituality and health which all culminate into his focus upon Tai Ji and Qi Gong for over 15 years. Wesley has learned from instructors directly in China, from several workshops with skilled practitioners, and from personal teachers in Daoism and Chinese Medicine. Wesley’s emphasis in learning has been on Yang style Tai Ji, as well as from the Quan Zhen school of Daoism for Qi Gong and meditation.

Wesley enjoys helping the Rutherford community through his clinical practice and spends his free time reading, cooking, and gardening with his partner Paige and their 3 cats.

Wellness Marketplace

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Jordan Rubin

American Natural Health Expert, NY Times Bestselling Author, and Entrepreneur

Jordan Rubin is an American natural health expert, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur widely known as America’s Biblical Health Coach. After overcoming severe chronic illness as a young adult, Jordan dedicated his life to understanding the connection between nutrition, faith, and whole-body wellness. That personal journey led to the publication of The Maker’s Diet, a landmark book that helped spark a nationwide conversation around biblical nutrition, real food, and restorative health.

Jordan is the author of 31 books that have collectively sold millions of copies and influenced how people approach diet, supplementation, and lifestyle choices. He is the founder of Garden of Life, Beyond Organic, and Ancient Nutrition, brands that reshaped the natural products industry by emphasizing integrity, transparency, and food-based nutrition. His work consistently bridges ancient dietary principles with modern science, making complex health concepts practical and accessible.

A leader in regenerative agriculture, Jordan operates Heal the Planet Farms in Tennessee and Missouri, where he focuses on soil restoration, ethical animal husbandry, and sustainable food systems. His mission extends beyond personal health to planetary stewardship, teaching that human health and environmental health are inseparable. Jordan lives this message alongside his wife, Nicki, and their six children. As a featured speaker, he brings lived experience, research-backed insight, and a faith-centered perspective that challenges audiences to rethink health from the ground up.

Dr. Sherri Tenpenny

Doctor, Speaker, Educator, and Consultant

Dr. Sherri Tenpenny is an osteopathic medical doctor, author, and international speaker with decades of clinical and teaching experience in conventional and integrative medicine. She is board certified in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and holds a proficiency certification in Integrative Medicine. Earlier in her career, she was board certified in Emergency Medicine and served for 12 years as a full-time emergency physician and Director of a Level II Trauma Center, where she worked on the front lines of acute care.

Dr. Tenpenny is the founder of Tenpenny Integrative Medical Center near Cleveland, Ohio, where patients from all 50 states and more than 20 countries have sought care. Her clinical work focuses on addressing chronic illness through individualized, holistic approaches that combine medical training with nutrition, lifestyle support, and integrative therapies. Her reputation for results led to the creation of the Tenpenny Health Restoration Centers and several education-based health organizations.

Please submit your questions for Barbara O'Neill and the team at the Guest Services Information Booth on the 3rd Floor by 1pm to be randomly selected. You will add your name and question to the index card and place it in the question box. There will be one specific for Barbara O'Neill and an additional box for our other featured speakers in attendance that day.

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Marc Montemerlo

Personal Trainer, Life Coach, and Fitness Instructor

Marc Montemerlo is a personal trainer, life coach, and fitness instructor with Leaps and Rebounds, where he helps people rebuild strength, confidence, and momentum through movement and mindset. His work blends functional fitness, recovery-based training, and practical coaching that meets people where they are physically and mentally.

Founded over 10 years ago, Leaps & Rebounds creates thoughtfully engineered rebounders that support the body through gentle, rhythmic movement. Designed to encourage lymphatic flow, circulation, and balance without strain, our rebounders are built for daily use as part of a natural, holistic approach to health. Proudly made with American-built frames by a small U.S. team

As a keynote speaker, Marc focuses on resilience, discipline, and sustainable health habits that translate beyond the gym into daily life. His approach centers on consistency over extremes, helping individuals create lasting change through small, repeatable actions that support long-term well-being.

Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

• Event Check-In and Wellness Marketplace

Book signings and sales open for JordanRubin, and Dr Sherri Tenpenny.

The VIP option includes book signing fast lane with photo opportunity with Barbara O’Neill with special VIP seating for lectures and presentations.

Jordan Rubin

American Natural Health Expert, NY Times Bestselling Author, and Entrepreneur

Jordan Rubin is an American natural health expert, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur widely known as America’s Biblical Health Coach. After overcoming severe chronic illness as a young adult, Jordan dedicated his life to understanding the connection between nutrition, faith, and whole-body wellness. That personal journey led to the publication of The Maker’s Diet, a landmark book that helped spark a nationwide conversation around biblical nutrition, real food, and restorative health.

Jonathan Otto

Award-Winning Filmmaker, and Investigative Medical Journalist

Jonathan Otto is an award-winning filmmaker, investigative medical journalist, and serial entrepreneur known for uncovering hidden truths at the intersection of health, science, and human freedom. Driven by a deep commitment to reduce suffering, his work has reached millions worldwide with educational content addressing cancer, autoimmune disease, dementia, vaccine injury, COVID-19, and emerging biological threats. His reporting combines investigative storytelling with direct access to doctors, researchers, and survivors whose voices often go unheard.

Jonathan Otto 

Award-Winning Filmmaker, and Investigative Medical Journalist

Jonathan Otto is an award-winning filmmaker, investigative medical journalist, and serial entrepreneur known for uncovering hidden truths at the intersection of health, science, and human freedom. Driven by a deep commitment to reduce suffering, his work has reached millions worldwide with educational content addressing cancer, autoimmune disease, dementia, vaccine injury, COVID-19, and emerging biological threats. His reporting combines investigative storytelling with direct access to doctors, researchers, and survivors whose voices often go unheard.

Dr. Sherry Tenpenny

Doctor, Speaker, Educator, and Consultant

Dr. Sherri Tenpenny is an osteopathic medical doctor, author, and international speaker with decades of clinical and teaching experience in conventional and integrative medicine. She is board certified in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and holds a proficiency certification in Integrative Medicine. Earlier in her career, she was board certified in Emergency Medicine and served for 12 years as a full-time emergency physician and Director of a Level II Trauma Center, where she worked on the front lines of acute care.

Dr. Tenpenny is the founder of Tenpenny Integrative Medical Center near Cleveland, Ohio, where patients from all 50 states and more than 20 countries have sought care. Her clinical work focuses on addressing chronic illness through individualized, holistic approaches that combine medical training with nutrition, lifestyle support, and integrative therapies. Her reputation for results led to the creation of the Tenpenny Health Restoration Centers and several education-based health organizations.

On your own lunch break at Tryon Restaurants and Vending Marketplace open for shopping.

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon

Founder, President, and CEO of Cepher Publishing Group

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon is the founder, president, and chief executive officer of Cepher Publishing Group and a recognized scholar of Hebraic scripture. He holds a PhD in political science and a Juris Doctor and has spent decades studying ancient texts, languages, and historical context to bring greater clarity to scripture. He is the primary contributor to the creation of the את Cepher, a comprehensive restoration of biblical texts that integrates linguistic, cultural, and historical depth.

Please submit your questions for Jordan Rubin and Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, and Dr. Stephen Pidgeon at the Guest Services Information Booth on the 3rd Floor by 1pm to be randomly selected. You will add your name and question to the index card and place it in the question box.

Enjoy Your Evening at the Tryon Resort.

Check-in at the Shalom Temple Journey Booth to get your event bracelets and any questions answers about the event.

Book signings and sales open for Barbara O'Neill, JordanRubin, and Dr Sherri Tenpenny.

The VIP option includes book signing fast lane with photo opportunity with Barbara O’Neill with special VIP seating for lectures and presentations.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon

Founder, President, and CEO of Cepher Publishing Group

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon is the founder, president, and chief executive officer of Cepher Publishing Group and a recognized scholar of Hebraic scripture. He holds a PhD in political science and a Juris Doctor and has spent decades studying ancient texts, languages, and historical context to bring greater clarity to scripture. He is the primary contributor to the creation of the את Cepher, a comprehensive restoration of biblical texts that integrates linguistic, cultural, and historical depth.

Dr. Sherry Tenpenny

Doctor, Speaker, Educator, and Consultant

Dr. Sherri Tenpenny is an osteopathic medical doctor, author, and international speaker with decades of clinical and teaching experience in conventional and integrative medicine. She is board certified in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and holds a proficiency certification in Integrative Medicine. Earlier in her career, she was board certified in Emergency Medicine and served for 12 years as a full-time emergency physician and Director of a Level II Trauma Center, where she worked on the front lines of acute care.

Dr. Tenpenny is the founder of Tenpenny Integrative Medical Center near Cleveland, Ohio, where patients from all 50 states and more than 20 countries have sought care. Her clinical work focuses on addressing chronic illness through individualized, holistic approaches that combine medical training with nutrition, lifestyle support, and integrative therapies. Her reputation for results led to the creation of the Tenpenny Health Restoration Centers and several education-based health organizations.

Barbara O’Neill

Health Educator, Author, and Renowned Speaker

Barbara O’Neill is a health educator, author, and international speaker known for her lifelong work in natural health education. With more than five decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to teaching practical, time-tested principles that support the body’s ability to heal. Her work centers on the foundational role of nutrition, lifestyle habits, and natural remedies in restoring and maintaining health.

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon

Founder, President, and CEO of Cepher Publishing Group

Dr. Stephen Pidgeon is the founder, president, and chief executive officer of Cepher Publishing Group and a recognized scholar of Hebraic scripture. He holds a PhD in political science and a Juris Doctor and has spent decades studying ancient texts, languages, and historical context to bring greater clarity to scripture. He is the primary contributor to the creation of the את Cepher, a comprehensive restoration of biblical texts that integrates linguistic, cultural, and historical depth.

• Served Dinner with Key Speakers, Sponsors and Barbara O'Neill
• Attendee Access Requires Purchase of Dinner Ticket
• Sponsored by Shalom Temple Journey
• Each Person Must Have a Ticket

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