RiseUp Wealth Summit Igniters

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Denzel Rodriguez is a leading voice in personal finance education, best known for championing Velocity Banking, a strategy that empowers individuals to eliminate debt faster and take control of their cash flow. As a sought-after speaker, coach, and content creator, Denzel has helped thousands of people transform their financial lives through clear, actionable strategies and faith-driven motivation.

Branded as the “Finance Geek,” Denzel brings a unique blend of practical money wisdom, spiritual purpose, and personal experience to every lesson. Through his YouTube channel and coaching programs, he breaks down complex financial concepts with simplicity and passion, making them accessible to everyday people.

Rooted in the belief that financial freedom is not just a goal but a calling, Denzel's mission is to help others build wealth, eliminate debt, and live out their God-given purpose.

Core Values: Education. Integrity. Faith. Freedom.

Key Offerings:

• 1:1 Financial Coaching
   
• Online Courses on Velocity Banking
   
• YouTube Education Channel
   
• Speaking Engagements and Workshops

 Author | Philanthropist | Entrepreneur | Kingdom Leader

Dr. Genevieve Carvil-Harris is an award-winning author, community developer, business strategist, and faith-driven leader whose life’s work is dedicated to building people, platforms, and purpose. Known for her dynamic blend of marketplace innovation and Kingdom vision, Genevieve empowers individuals and communities to create generational wealth and sustainable change.

A proud graduate of the University of Miami with a pre-law degree, Genevieve discovered her calling in community and business development, where she merges strategy with service. Through her signature brand, Built By Gen, she has coached hundreds of entrepreneurs using proven capacity-building frameworks that have collectively generated over $5 million in new revenue. Her programs and training initiatives have reached underserved communities across the nation, bringing access, education, and empowerment through grants and fundraising efforts.

As Co-Founder of Crowd Wallstreet Rewards, a rewards-based crowdfunding platform affiliated with Crowd Wallstreet Inc., Genevieve stands among a pioneering team responsible for establishing one of the first Black-owned equity crowdfunding platforms in the United States. This groundbreaking initiative reflects her passion for economic equity and innovation, helping founders raise capital, scale their businesses, and create long-term impact.

Her commitment to faith, family, and community fuels her leadership journey, one that has earned her recognition as a U.S. United Queen of Queens (2021), a 40 Under 40 Black Leader of Excellence in South Florida, and the recipient of an Honorary Doctorate in Ministry.

At her core, Genevieve Carvil-Harris is a builder of businesses, people, and communities. She uses her influence to challenge limitations, ignite innovation, and inspire others to pursue purpose with courage and clarity. Whether she is in the boardroom, pulpit, or neighborhood, her mission remains the same: to equip leaders to transform lives and leave a legacy that lasts.

Prophetic Voice | Marketplace Leader | Destiny Activator

Cherise Lenore Riley is a transformational leader, prophetic strategist, and trailblazing Kingdom entrepreneur whose life’s work is centered on one divine mission: to unlock purpose, birth vision, and build people from the inside out. Operating powerfully in both ministry and the marketplace, she is a pioneering force of prophetic insight, executive experience, and holistic empowerment.

With over 25 years of high-level expertise in Real Estate, Mortgage Lending, Credit, and Financial Advising, Cherise stands as a trusted authority and architect of transformation in the business world. She holds professional licenses and certifications in credit, finance, life coaching, and business strategy — and has been certified in coaching since 1996, long before it became a popularized industry. Her prophetic insight, coupled with strategic wisdom, has equipped her to build brands, legacies, and leaders with Kingdom excellence.

Cherise empowers the whole person — emotionally, mentally, financially, and purposefully. Her message is bold yet healing, calling forth identity, breaking generational strongholds, and releasing divine clarity in the lives of those she serves.

Cherise is the visionary founder of multiple Kingdom-driven entities including:

• Destiny Empowerment
   
• Recreating Me
   
• Flip My Legacy
   
• CLR Mortgage Solutions
   
• Destiny Empowerment Hour Radio
   
• CL & Associates Group LLC, home to:
   
  • The Workroom Experience
     
  • The WorkroomX Publishing House
     
  • The Riley Effect PR Boutique
     
  • CLR Outreach Ministry
     
• The RL Network TV – a global digital streaming platform amplifying Kingdom voices and influence

Innovator | Visionary | Builder of Systems and People

Wayne Thompson is a thought leader, innovation trailblazer, mentor, and problem-solving entrepreneur who stands at the intersection of technology, strategy, and human potential. As a multi-industry leader and founder of several successful enterprises, Wayne has dedicated his career to transforming ideas into sustainable solutions that drive progress, empower communities, and redefine excellence in business.

With a strategic eye for innovation, Wayne has launched and currently leads several companies that reflect his commitment to growth and advancement:

• Albion Ventures – A System Integration deployment and management company delivering scalable technology infrastructure and enterprise efficiency.
   
• Conspectus – A dynamic, collaborative Career Management platform empowering professionals to design and develop their career trajectories.
   
• AV Staffing Solutions – A staffing and recruiting agency connecting top talent with high-impact organizations.
   
• 7P – A platform for entrepreneurs to share, learn, and grow their businesses through collaboration and mentorship.
   
• Mandeville Properties – A real estate holding company focused on strategic investments and sustainable property growth.
   
• Strategic Opportunities Achieving Results (S.O.A.R!) – A nonprofit organization dedicated to mentorship, scholarship, and educational assistance for emerging leaders.
   

Wayne stands at the forefront of innovation, continuously finding harmony between product development and service delivery. His leadership philosophy centers on bridging creativity with execution, ensuring that every venture he touches operates with purpose, precision, and impact.

With deep expertise in systems integration, business strategy, and organizational development, Wayne is driven by one goal: to cultivate opportunities where technology, leadership, and innovation converge to create lasting results. Through his companies and mentorship initiatives, he continues to shape the next generation of thinkers, builders, and visionaries.