Speakers

Business Visionary, Master Dealmaker, and Creator of Quantum Stack Investing. Chad Peterson is a leading authority in modern entrepreneurship and one of the nation’s top experts in mergers and acquisitions. As founder of Peterson Acquisitions—an M&A firm responsible for over $100 billion in completed transactions—he’s earned a reputation for precision, integrity, and rare psychological insight. He is the creator of Quantum Stack Investing™, a methodology that helps entrepreneurs build wealth by acquiring the right businesses, protecting cash flow, and avoiding the trap of scaling that destroys freedom. His approach treats business ownership as an investment—one aligned with a person’s strengths, risk tolerance, and lifestyle. Chad is driven by a mission to free people from the nine-to-five system and guide them toward ownership and autonomy. With decades of experience in SBA-funded acquisitions, he has helped thousands navigate complex deals with clarity and confidence. His work blends business mastery with deep personal transformation, making him one of the most impactful and grounded voices in today’s entrepreneurial world

With over 25 years in the tax industry, Andy has earned a reputation as a strategic and highly skilled tax accountant. He has built, expanded, and sold multiple tax practices, demonstrating a proven ability to grow teams, streamline operations, and turn offices into profitable assets. His expertise spans advanced tax planning, entity structuring, depreciation strategies, and multi-state compliance. Having prepared and reviewed thousands of returns and guided clients through complex IRS matters, he brings seasoned judgment and systems that drive both compliance and profitability. Andy’s career reflects decades of real-world experience and a commitment to elevating the standards of modern tax practice

Chris Aguilar started with zero dollars and became a multimillionaire in less than five years. He understands how it feels to be the underdog. He is an applied speaker, author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and developer. Graduated from SDSU in 2005 owner of multimillion-dollar companies. Chris has developed over 2.5 million square feet of real estate, flipped over 150 homes, and manages over 40 million dollars in real estate assets. Chris has several state licenses and even passed an engineering exam with the state of California just for fun. He was operations director of one of the biggest developing companies in the U.S in his early 20s. Serving God with excellence and teaching others is his passion. Chris feels business is his favorite SPORT! As he says: I exist to change the world breaking poverty mentalities one person at a time.

Andy Zamora, born in Watsonville and raised in California’s Central Valley, always felt called to something greater. Though an average student, a third-grade teacher’s words—“Your son has something special”—sparked his belief in the power of words and possibility. Growing up in a lower-middle-class family fueled his drive to break cycles of scarcity and create a life where his family would never have to settle. Andy entered the mortgage industry in 2017 after earning $1,300 from a referral. The early years were difficult—earning under $10,000, handing out flyers at flea markets, and facing setbacks like losing a college scholarship while watching his parents work in the fields. His resilience carried him forward. In 2019, after moving to Los Angeles, he fulfilled a major dream by taking his brother on an all-expenses-paid trip to Europe to watch the Madrid vs. Barcelona Clásico, reinforcing his mission to create meaningful experiences for his family. Today, Andy is the CEO of Next Gen Home Loans and founder of Legacy Realty Group. He is dedicated to helping others break financial and mental barriers, inspiring abundance and entrepreneurship through his work, social media presence, and as host of The Wealth Gap podcast. His mission goes beyond closing loans—he is committed to building legacies and empowering the next generation of Latino leader

Arturo is a powerhouse of discipline, creativity, and relentless mastery. His genius stems from an obsession with growth, as he takes complex ideas and transforms them into systems that elevate people’s lives. Whether it’s fitness, business, or mindset, Arturo blends old-school grit with modern strategy, building standards that inspire anyone who crosses his path. He doesn’t just chase excellence, he engineers it, shaping environments, people, and entire cultures with his vision.

Antonio Garcia is a versatile business scaling coach with experience across real estate, media, mindset coaching, home services, fitness, and film distribution. He helps entrepreneurs optimize operations and achieve major growth in both business and life. Raised in Kodiak, Alaska, he brings accountability and discipline to his coaching. As one of the nation’s most sought-after EMPIRE-Certified Coaches, Antonio is known for building high-value joint ventures and affiliate partnerships by nurturing strong relationships in established and emerging industries. His strategic eye and operational insight have helped numerous companies improve processes, strengthen communication, elevate culture, and enhance customer experience. Outside of work, Antonio is a devoted husband and father of three, living in Las Vegas, Nevada. Known for strategically and practically enhancing operational processes, internal communication, and overall growth, while elevating company culture and customer experience. Coached real estate investors, influencers, celebrity trainers, and executives from top organizations like HUMANA, Louis Vuitton, and Guerlain. Associate Producer of Amazon Prime entrepreneur show 60 Day Hustle

The Senior Tax Specialist is a trusted advisor and strategic leader within the tax department, combining the precision of a tax analyst with the foresight of a tax strategist. Dubbed “the brain”, our specialists with over 20 years of experience, has expertise spanning from personal to corporate taxation. They oversee the preparation and review of complex returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Beyond technical execution, they anticipate challenges, craft forward-thinking solutions, and implement tailored strategies that align with best practices—safeguarding both our clients and the firm. Acting as both mentor and problem-solver, our Senior Tax Specialist drives accuracy, efficiency, and informed decision-making—anchoring the department’s reputation for excellence. Most importantly she created and implemented FUN FRIDAYS!!!

América is the Manager of Payroll and Business Formation at IRB GROW and a tax preparer during tax season. She came to the United States with a journalism degree and a determination to learn everything—from experiencing immigrant life as a personal project to mastering every aspect of payroll, business formation, and tax preparation. Her story shows that with resilience, curiosity, and a strong work ethic, any door can be opened. Her Core Genius lies in solving complex problems with precision and passion. She loves analyzing situations, anticipating obstacles, and creating clear, effective solutions that keep her team and clients protected and prepared. América combines tenacity, adaptability, and strategic vision to turn challenges into reliable, concrete results

Gaby Hurtado, originally from Mexico City, is a Certified Public Accountant with more than six years of experience at IRB Grow, where she has served as both a bookkeeper and Accounting Manager. Her passion for finance and precision has allowed her to support more than 70 companies in maintaining accurate, well-organized accounting records. Her core genius lies in organization, structure, integrity, and empathy—qualities that guide her in delivering dependable solutions with a human-centered approach. Her expertise in tools such as Excel has further enabled her to streamline processes, reduce operational time, and enhance efficiency across the accounting functions she leads. Gaby believes deeply in the power of clear, well-executed accounting and its ability to transform a company’s operations and long-term growth.