Adam Sud is a nutrition and addiction expert, international speaker, and the founder of Plant-Based for Positive Change, an organization dedicated to advancing research and education on how nutrition influences mental health and addiction recovery.

After overcoming his own battles with addiction, depression, and chronic disease, Adam devoted his life to understanding the science of behavior change and the power of nutrition to restore both body and mind. He studied disease reversal and nutritional psychiatry
under the mentorship of leading lifestyle physicians and has since worked within mental and behavioral health treatment centers, pioneering the use of nutrition as a tool to strengthen recovery, improve emotional resilience, and reduce relapse.

Through his nonprofit and public speaking, Adam is redefining how we think about healing, showing that transformation is possible when we align biology, psychology, and environment in service of human thriving.

In 2012, Adam Sud’s life reached a breaking point. Struggling with multiple addictions, chronic diseases, and severe mental health challenges, he attempted suicide by drug overdose. What could have been the end became the beginning of profound transformation.

With the support of treatment and the adoption of a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, Adam not only achieved recovery from addiction but also reversed his chronic diseases, discontinued all medications, and lost 175 pounds. Today, over thirteen years into
continuous recovery, he uses his experience to inspire and empower others to reclaim their health and rebuild their lives.

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Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher, M.D., M.F.A., is the Director of the General Psychiatry Residency Program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, the Vice Chair of Education in the Department of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine, and host of the department’s official podcast, On the Mind (https://weillcornell.org/patient-education/health-podcasts/on-the-mind).

After attending Columbia University, where he graduated magna cum laude with a major in Religion, he completed his M.F.A. in Film Production at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts. He embarked on a successful career in the entertainment industry as an editor specializing in theatrical and television marketing campaigns for major studio films.

Driven by a desire to apply his passion for human narratives to making a deeper difference in people’s lives, he pivoted to medicine, eventually completing his psychiatry residency at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he has remained ever since as a faculty member. Dr. Knoepflmacher draws on his unique professional background in his work as a psychiatrist, educator, consultant, and public communicator, having appeared as a medical expert across television, print, and other media. He champions a humanistic approach to psychiatry and a deep commitment to destigmatizing common mental health challenges, believing that open conversation and human connection are essential elements of thriving.

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Zac Clark is the Founder and CEO of Release Recovery and a founding board member of the Release Recovery Foundation. A person in long-term recovery, Zac transformed his own experience with addiction into a mission to help others build meaningful, lasting recovery. After beginning his career in direct client care, he grew into a leader in the behavioral health field, combining clinical insight with entrepreneurial vision to expand access to high-quality, individualized treatment. Many first came to know Zac through his appearance on The Bachelorette, where he shared his recovery story with a national audience and has since become a leading advocate for reducing stigma and promoting hope in recovery.

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Richard Taite is currently the founder and Executive Chairman of Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, an ultra luxury addiction treatment facility, and also the Executive Chairman of 1 Method Centers, affordable substance use disorder treatment facilities. Richard graduated from UCLA with a degree in Political Science and Public Law and intended to become a lawyer, but life and fate had a different plan for him.

After struggling with addiction himself, Richard learned what worked, what didn’t work, and where programs fell short and failed clients. With more than years of continuous sobriety, Richard has transformed his personal struggle with addiction into a lifelong mission to help others, providing him with unique insight into the challenges and possibilities of recovery.

https://www.richardtaite.com/

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Dr. Kenneth Spielvogel is a board-certified physician with nearly 30 years of clinical experience and a specialized focus on addiction medicine, metabolic health, hormonal optimization, and long-term recovery. As Senior Medical Officer at Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, he helps lead a physician-driven approach to recovery that integrates medical, psychological, and lifestyle interventions to support lasting healing.

A graduate of the George Washington University School of Medicine and residency-trained at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Dr. Spielvogel is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Throughout his distinguished career, he has cared for thousands of patients in areas including women's health, hormone replacement therapy, fertility, prenatal care, minimally invasive surgery, and preventive medicine.

Witnessing the devastating impact of substance use disorders on patients and families inspired Dr. Spielvogel to expand his focus into addiction medicine. He has since dedicated years of continuing education and clinical practice to the treatment of substance use disorders, integrating evidence-based addiction care into both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Today, Dr. Spielvogel is particularly interested in the intersection of addiction medicine, metabolic health, and recovery. His work explores the role of GLP-1 therapies, hormonal health, exercise physiology, body composition, and biomarker-driven care in reducing cravings, improving overall health, and supporting sustainable recovery outcomes.

Known for his compassionate, patient-centered approach, Dr. Spielvogel believes in building strong relationships with those he serves, helping individuals make informed decisions about their health and recovery. Fluent in Spanish, he is committed to delivering culturally competent care to diverse patient populations.

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Jeremy Lipkowitz is a former Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and ICF-certified executive coach who helps high-achieving men break free from compulsive behaviors—especially porn addiction—and build lives of integrity, discipline, and deep fulfillment. With over 13 years of meditation experience and hundreds of days spent in silent retreat, Jeremy blends ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science to guide individuals toward emotional resilience and personal freedom.

A former genetic researcher who earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Genetics & Genomics and pursued a PhD at Duke University, Jeremy left academia after confronting his own struggles with addiction, shame, and self-judgment. A brief period of monastic training in Myanmar deepened his mindfulness practice and marked the start of a lifelong commitment to personal growth and service.

As the founder of Unhooked Academy and host of the Unhooked Podcast, Jeremy is a leading voice in destigmatizing porn addiction and educating the public on effective, science-based recovery strategies. His work helps men overcome shame, understand the neuroscience of addiction, and create lasting transformation through mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and habit change.

For over a decade, Jeremy has taught at universities, recovery centers, and global companies across the U.S. and Asia. His calm, grounded presence and ability to bridge analytical thinking with inner work make him a sought-after guide for professionals and executives looking to reclaim their lives from digital distractions and self-sabotaging patterns.

https://unhookedacademy.com/

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Pam Jenkins is Chief Executive Officer of Shatterproof and an ex officio member of the Shatterproof Board of Directors, which she joined in 2021.

Prior to joining Shatterproof, Pam was Chief Public Health Officer and Chief Public Affairs Officer for a leading global communications agency where, for the past two decades, she counseled and partnered with a range of public and private sector clients to change health behaviors and policies, engage stakeholders in critical issues, raise funds and support patient advocacy.

Pam is best known for leading award-winning health campaigns that break through the clutter of health messaging. She led the team that developed the red dress as a symbol of women and heart disease for National Institutes of Health (NIH) and American Heart Association, a landmark initiative that enlisted the fashion industry and numerous corporate partners. For nearly a decade, she worked on HIV/AIDS prevention for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); led a tween-targeted alcohol prevention campaign for National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA); and helped conceive and run a community-based pilot program to reduce alcohol-related injuries and death among college students in partnership with the University of Virginia and other stakeholders. Much of her public health work has focused on helping vulnerable populations in the U.S. and around the world.

Pam has a bachelor’s degree in political science and history from the University of Colorado, where she serves on the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Advisory Board; and also studied at Harvard University. She lives outside of Washington, D.C., with her husband and two chocolate labradors.

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Hilary Phelps is a recovery advocate, speaker, coach, and founder of The Right Room, a community dedicated to helping women navigate recovery, personal growth, and life's biggest transitions. A former competitive swimmer and the sister of Olympic legend Michael Phelps, Hilary has become a powerful voice on addiction, mental health, self-compassion, and resilience. Through her speaking, coaching, and podcasting, she helps people move beyond shame and rediscover purpose, connection, and authenticity.

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