Fire Up Another Round of The Blox! (S21E1)

Aaron Quinonez is a Marine 1st Anglico veteran and the founder of the veteran nonprofit: Q Missions. He received the 2016 Distinguished Service to Veterans award and the 2018 Superior Award from the Department of Veterans Affairs. He was also awarded the 2017 Hometown Hero award from Kiro7 news. Aaron, also known as Sgt Q, found his true purpose when he traded the battlefield for the mission field and began building homes and churches, feeding children, and supplying precious hope to struggling communities. He was called to found QMissions, a pathway for veterans and found healing through the joy of serving.

Amber is a Professional Organizer who decided to use her education in an unconventional way, turning her passion for order into a career. Her mission is to prevent frustration and share her expertise to help people transform their cluttered, messy areas into their favorite spaces. From closets and offices to kids' rooms, paper clutter, garages, pantries, automobiles, and commercial spaces—if it's messy, Amber and her team, The Organizer Chicks, can organize it! In addition to organizing, Amber offers packing and unpacking services and specializes in Time Management. She loves conducting corporate trainings, workshops, and seminars for civic, religious, or women's groups, both in person and virtually. Amber's unique approach and dedication make her a sought-after expert in creating organized, efficient environments.

Andrea Furtick is a multifaceted creative force, renowned as a published author, fine artist, and toy designer. As the CEO of AGC Toys Inc., she pioneers innovative concepts in the realm of toy design, captivating audiences with her distinctive vision and craftsmanship. With a passion for storytelling and divination, Andrea is the creator of the Afro Goddess Divination Collection, a series celebrated for its spiritual depth and artistic beauty. Her work has garnered widespread acclaim, culminating in a contract with U.S. Games Systems Inc. in 2022, a testament to her enduring influence in the industry. In addition to her creative endeavors, Andrea is a dynamic keynote speaker, captivating audiences with her insights on art, spirituality, and entrepreneurship. Her engaging presentations have graced prestigious events such as The International Divination Event 2022 and the Northwestern Tarot Symposium 2022, solidifying her reputation as a thought leader in her field.

Danny Cortenraede is a serial entrepreneur and investor based in Los Angeles, CA. As the Founder and Managing Partner of InStudio Ventures, he leads an investment firm focused on emerging sports, technology, and media companies, building on his passion for innovation and growth. As a seasoned entrepreneur and 5-time founder of global companies, Danny has established himself as a visionary leader in the industry. He earned his Executive MBA from Harvard Business School. Danny is also a General Partner at leAD (Legacy of Adidas), founded by the grandchildren of Adi Dassler, the legendary founder of Adidas. His venture firms have invested in over 60 innovative companies, including Tomorrow Group (co-founded by Tiger Woods) and Religion of Sports, the award-winning media company founded by Tom Brady, Michael Strahan, and Gotham Chopra. Danny is a co-star and judge on the popular business reality streaming TV series Unicorn Hunters, alongside notable figures such as Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, 43rd U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios, and advisor Moe Vela. Recognized as one of the top global sports innovators in 2022 and 2025 by Sportstech X, Danny has also been selected for the global entrepreneur award in 2024 and 2025. His business success has been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, and Entrepreneur magazine.

Emilio Caamano is a speaker, technology instructor, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of technical experience. Driven by curiosity and a passion for solving complex problems, Emilio has led technological innovation at both the enterprise and startup level. He brings experience in corporations like Microsoft and Cisco for over 12 years. He is currently an active mentor in the Austin startup community.

Jordan Daniel Bell is a sought-after advisor, consultant, speaker, educator, and expert contributor in the areas of digital marketing, technology, automation, and startup management. Jordan is the CEO of Agency Bell, a Digital Advertising Agency that leverages Machine Learning to build competitive advantages for high-budget digital brands. He has founded and launched several successful companies, consulted or advised startups in numerous industries, and has managed hundreds of millions of dollars in digital campaigns for Fortune level companies. Jordan was featured as an Executive Coach on Seasons 4 and 11 of "The Blox" (a Reality Competition for Entrepreneurs). Jordan is an expert on advertising, digital agencies, automation, and entrepreneurship. He is a proud husband, father, and an avid musician.

Juliana is an innovative and results-driven entrepreneur known for building purpose-led brands that blend creativity, sustainability, and smart business strategy. As Co-Founder and CEO of 2MamaBees, she leads the vision behind a fast-growing company specializing in eco-conscious, premium outdoor playhouses and children’s toys designed to spark imagination while minimizing environmental impact. Under her leadership, 2MamaBees has become recognized not only for its high-quality craftsmanship and design-forward products, but also for its commitment to sustainability and responsible manufacturing. Juliana is passionate about creating products that support childhood development while protecting the planet for future generations.

Lola Mananova is the founder and chief executive officer of Aurora Home Care in Philadelphia, where her life’s deepest loss has quietly shaped her most meaningful success. She did not come to the United States to chase a dream, but to protect her children as war overtook their homeland. In doing so, she sacrificed the chance to say goodbye to her parents—a grief that still lives within her. “Home care chose me,” she says. “It became my way of honoring my parents by caring for someone else’s.” Today, Aurora has grown into a large-scale operation that has created more than 1,000 jobs. Beyond home care, she has built ventures in real estate, floral design and hospitality. Her newest endeavor, Dunya Home Design, introduces a next-generation marble product she believes will transform interiors across the country.

Luke, an energetic and adventurous individual who’s always on the lookout for exciting new experiences in his city, started his business when he was frustrated by the lack of engaging activities and quality events. What began as a small initiative has blossomed into an incredible success story, with over 51,000 participants engaged in diverse activities like Sand Volleyball, Basketball, Pickleball, Cornhole, kickball, softball, and more, spanning the entire city. He also orchestrated one-of-a-kind events such as a Grilled Cheese Festival, an Underachiever’s Run, and a Zombie Crawl, attracting a staggering 16,000 attendees. These endeavors not only allowed Luke to leave his conventional job five years ago but also enabled him to foster a thriving, interconnected community. His once-small initiative now boasts four full-time employees, 40 part-time officials, and an office that has transformed into a bustling arena. Driven by his desire to make a positive impact, Luke is committed to helping others cultivate vibrant in-person and virtual communities. His dedication has earned him numerous accolades, including the 2018 25 under 25 Award from Thinking Bigger Business Media, the 2017 Innovation Partnership Program award, the 2017 Social Sports Industry Association Product Innovation Award, the 2016 Social Media Club Trailblazer of the Year Award, the 2014 Mayor Sly James’ Challenge Cabinet recognition, the 2014 Rising Star Award from NonProfit Connect, and the 2013 Urban Hero Award from the Downtown Council.

Mark Molinaro is the Founder and CEO of SkySpigot, a deep-tech thermal architecture company redefining how modern hardware manages heat. After building and scaling a nearshore IT services firm to 600 employees and a $50M exit in 2018 (Inc. 5000 six times), Mark briefly attempted retirement — and quickly realized he wasn’t done building. SkySpigot began with a mission to turn industrial waste heat into water, but evolved into something far bigger: solving the fundamental thermal bottlenecks limiting today’s most advanced technologies. Under Mark’s leadership, the company developed patent-pending innovations including the Thermal Capacitor and Thermal Battery, architectures designed to decouple compute performance from thermal constraints.