10 Speakers.
10 Minutes each.
$10K Grand Prize.
A TEDx-American Idol style,
high-stakes competition where
purpose meets performance
Celebrity Judges
Massively entertaining
Sharing at its best
The Moment Before
Everything Changes
Imagine this...
The historic Capitol Theater in Salt Lake City falls silent. The air crackles with possibility. Your heartbeat syncs with hundreds of others around you as the house lights dim. A single spotlight cuts through the darkness.
Someone steps forward – not as a speaker, but as a truth-teller. A fellow human who has walked through fire and emerged transformed. They speak words that seem pulled from your own unwritten journal.
They reveal vulnerability you recognize in yourself. They stand in their power in a way that awakens yours.
And in that electric space between their story and your life, something ignites.
This is IgniteX. This is the moment your journey transforms.
This is where your own story begins to rise.
What Is IgniteX?
A Revolution of Authenticity
IgniteX isn't another polished presentation with rehearsed inspiration. It isn't a workshop with action steps. It isn't even a competition, though $10,000 awaits one storyteller.
IgniteX is a sacred gathering around modern fire.
Ten extraordinary individuals take the stage to share their "Ignite Moments" – those pivotal crossroads where they faced their deepest truth and made the choice that changed everything. No scripts. No slides. No safety nets.
Just raw courage and the power of a story well-told. You won't just witness these stories. You'll feel them in your bones. Our four distinguished judges will decide which story carried the most transformative power – which voice deserves to be amplified further with the $10,000 grand prize to fund their mission of Ignite Humanity and expand their story's impact in the world.
But everyone who attends walks away with something priceless: the spark of their own next chapter.
Why This Night Matters Now More Than Ever
We live in a world of filtered perfection and surface-level connection.
We scroll through highlights while hiding our struggles. We consume content but starve for communion. We search for meaning in metadata.
IgniteX stands as a counterpoint to our disconnected age – a return to the oldest form of human transformation: gathering together to share our stories.
Because when someone speaks their truth out loud:
Permission ripples through the room
Courage becomes contagious
Healing happens in real-time
The impossible suddenly feels within reach
One night of authentic storytelling can shatter the illusion that you're alone in your challenges. One vulnerable voice can validate your own journey. One Ignite Moment, shared bravely, can illuminate the path you've been seeking.
The Unforgettable Experience
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Location: Capitol Theater, Salt Lake City
Timeline:
6:30 PM: Doors open | Connection lounge activates
7:30 PM: Opening ceremony and stage setting
7:45 PM: Ten transformational stories unfold
9:30 PM: Winner announcement and closing ritual
What Makes This Night Unlike Any Other
Immersive Atmosphere: From the moment you enter, you're part of something larger than yourself. Custom lighting, thoughtfully curated music, and interactive elements create a container for transformation.
Multi-Sensory Experience: IgniteX engages more than your mind – it speaks to your entire being through carefully designed sensory touchpoints throughout the venue.
Communal Connection: Structured moments for reflection and connection with fellow attendees turn strangers into co-travelers on this journey.
Guided Integration: Our world-class judges don't just evaluate – they help weave the stories together, drawing out universal themes and guiding you to find yourself in each narrative.
Digital Detox Encouragement: While we'll have designated photo moments, we invite you to experience most of the night phone-free, fully present to receive the gift of each story.
Meet Our Speakers
These aren't professional speakers sharing rehearsed keynotes. These are humans who have lived through extraordinary circumstances and emerged with wisdom that can only be earned through experience.
Randy Dyck –
The Compass of Purpose
Top 1 Percent Realtor. Transformational Coach. Author.
Randy built an empire of external success, only to discover the hollow echo within achievement without alignment. His story invites a profound recalibration of how we measure success and what constitutes a life well-lived.
Yun Rhee –
The Elevated Oracle
Visionary Leader. Spiritual Mentor. Quantum Transformation Guide
Yun is a globally recognized spiritual mentor and co-founder of The Elevated Human Experience. Known as The Elevated Oracle, she guides high-impact leaders to align with their soul’s mission and lead with clarity, abundance, and truth. Through her mastery in quantum transformation, Yun empowers others to elevate their consciousness and create lasting impact from a place of divine alignment.
Eric "LG" Longoria –
The Breakthrough Veteran
U.S. Army Veteran. Energy Coach. Author of Ignite Your Purpose.
Eric's story traverses the terrain between duty to others and devotion to self. His journey from combat to consciousness illuminates a path for anyone navigating the territory between who they were trained to be and who they're called to become.
Dee Taggart –
The Breath of Transformation
Founder of Her Xpansion. Holistic Therapist. Breathwork Facilitator.
Dee's journey from corporate burnout to embodied healer came through surrender so complete it rebuilt her from the cellular level up. Her voice resonates with anyone sensing they're living someone else's version of their life and ready to breathe into their authentic expression.
Aslak de Silva –
The Warrior of Resilience
CEO. Martial Arts World Champion. Host of The Black Belt in Leadership.
From the disciplined dojo to high-stakes boardrooms, Aslak discovered his true power when all his training failed him. His story challenges our understanding of strength, revealing that true warriors aren't those who never fall, but those who rise with wisdom after the fall.
Nolan Pillay –
The Voice of the Unstoppable Mindset
Global Speaker. Bestselling Author. COVID Survivor.
Given a 5% chance of survival on a ventilator, something within Nolan refused that statistic. Nolan's Ignite Moment reveals what happens when you face mortality and discover immortal purpose, shattering conventional thinking about limitations.
Stacy Raske –
The Leadership Alchemist
Veteran. Visionary Strategist. Storytelling Powerhouse.
Stacy Raske is an Iraq War Veteran and CEO of InFLOWential Inc., where she helps high-performing leaders unlock their potential through strategic storytelling and aligned leadership. Known for her bold authenticity and transformational approach, Stacy empowers entrepreneurs to amplify their influence, reclaim their time, and build lasting legacies with ease and impact.
Sean Whalen –
The Unapologetic Disruptor
Entrepreneur. Author. Founder of Lions Not Sheep.
Sean Whalen is a serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and the founder of Lions Not Sheep—a global movement and apparel brand inspiring individuals to lead boldly and live authentically. Through his raw storytelling and no-excuses coaching, Sean empowers others to take radical ownership of their lives, businesses, and relationships. His mission is to help people break free from conformity and step fully into their power.
Jeff King –
The Wellness Reformer
Health Strategist. Regenerative Medicine Advocate. Transformation Guide.
Jeff King is a leading voice in functional health and regenerative medicine, known for turning personal adversity into purpose. After witnessing the limits of traditional care during his family’s health crises, Jeff uncovered powerful solutions through stem cells, peptides, and individualized wellness protocols. His work now helps others achieve breakthrough healing and vibrant longevity through science-backed, personalized strategies.
Julia Nicholson –
The Power Shift Expert
Speaker. Resilience Strategist. From ICU to CEO.
Julia Nicholson is a transformational speaker and former CEO who went from a near-fatal car crash at 18 to leading a $450 million company. Her journey—from shattered bones and broken confidence to boardroom leadership—fuels her mission to help others shift the power they already have into purpose, courage, and lasting resilience.
Our Distinguished Judges
Our judges bring more than credibility – they bring context, wisdom, and the lived experience of transformation. They are the bridge between the speakers' journeys and your own.
Amy M. Davis
The Queen of Resilience
Miss America Finalist.
Concert Pianist.
Amy's life follows an arc worthy of its own IgniteX stage – from the pinnacle of achievement to the depths of rebuilding her identity after losing everything that defined her. Her recovery journey has equipped her with unique insight into authentic transformation.
As a judge, Amy brings the rare combination of grace under pressure, empathy born from experience, and the ability to recognize genuine breakthrough moments.
James Lawrence
The Iron Cowboy
World Record Holder. 50 Ironman Triathlons in 50 Days.
Endurance Legend.
James redefined human potential when he completed 50 full-distance triathlons in 50 consecutive days across 50 states. What began as a quest to test physical limits evolved into a profound journey of mental fortitude and spiritual awakening.
As a judge, James brings an unmatched understanding of breakthrough moments – those pivotal decisions made in darkness when no one is watching and only your commitment to purpose keeps you moving forward.
James Dixon
The Absolute Motivator
Global Speaker.
CEO of Absolute Motivation.
With an online community of millions, James has mastered the art of translating personal adversity into universal empowerment. His own journey from limitation to liberation gives him an unerring ability to distinguish between performance and transformation.
As a judge, James cuts through inspiration to find revelation, challenging each speaker to transcend their story and deliver their truth.
Raquel Horton
The Creative Catalyst
Actress. Producer. Director.
Raquel Horton is an accomplished performer and visionary with a career that spans Broadway, national television, and digital media. From dancing with the Rockettes to producing powerful campaigns, she brings storytelling to life with elegance, impact, and heart.
As a judge, Raquel offers sharp creative insight and industry expertise, challenging each speaker to bring authenticity to the spotlight and tell their story with purpose and precision.
The Beginning of Your Gatherama Journey
IgniteX is the perfect opening note of Gatherama 2025 – a three-day immersion designed for visionaries, healers, creators, and changemakers ready to amplify their impact.
Continue Your Transformation With
The Alphabet of Possibilities
26 letters. 26 speakers. 26 perspectives on possibility. This rapid-fire inspiration marathon features global thought leaders delivering concentrated wisdom in an innovative format.
Fireside Chat
An intimate evening with our surprise celebrity guests – whose journeys to greatness has inspired millions.
The Pink & Precious Gala
Celebration meets purpose as we gather in elegance to honor the year's most impactful change-makers. Your presence supports the Inspiration Classrooms's work bringing transformation to underserved communities.
One Final Invitation
There are countless ways to spend an evening.
There are precious few opportunities to remember who you truly are.IgniteX is not just another event on your calendar.
It's a ceremonial space to witness courage, reclaim truth, and ignite purpose. In a world that profits from your disconnection from self, gathering to remember is revolutionary.
This is more than a seat in a theater. It's a front-row invitation to your own transformation.
When the spotlight hits that stage on May 27th, will you be there to receive its illumination?
The spark is waiting. The time is now.
