Ron Brumbarger is an entrepreneur, executive, and innovator specializing in AI-driven problem-solving. As the founder of Team Monocles, he helps law enforcement solve cold cases using AI and structured analysis. He has founded multiple ventures, including Bitwise Solutions and Apprentice University, and is a sought-after speaker on technology and innovation.

A certified Innovation Integrator, Ron has led workshops worldwide, applying AI insights to complex challenges. Recognized as one of Indiana’s most influential business leaders, he authored You’re Always Being Interviewed, inspiring excellence. Passionate about AI’s impact, he continues to drive meaningful innovation.

Alison Duiker is the daughter of Lonene Rogers, who has been missing for over 44 years. She is the author of the captivating memoir: A Daughter’s Journey and Story of Resilience. The memoir deep dives into the events leading to her mother’s disappearance, growing up in the shadow of a mystery and overcoming it all in the name of RESILIENCE and love.

Lonene’s story has been featured on numerous network news syndicates, media outlets, journalistic reports, and podcasts. Alison aspires to break the decades of ice that inactivity, inaction, and incompetence have created over her mother’s four-decade-old cold case. Through her relentless pursuit of justice, and decades of unsuccessful investigative work by law enforcement; Alison has started a new passionate journey, the pursuit of legislative change called LONNIE’S LAW.

Lonnie’s Law would propose that after a case has been unresolved for a period of twenty years, law enforcement would be required to allow families of the missing an opportunity to read the case file in a secured setting. This proposed Law also offers families the right to understand what efforts have been taken to solve their loved one’s case. It creates a checks and balance system or a full transparency step between Law Enforcement and families.

Jaz is the founder of Missing In America Network, an organization dedicated to assisting families in locating missing loved ones and raising awareness about missing persons cases across the United States. Jaz brings years of experience and compassion to the forefront of missing persons advocacy. With a mission driven by empathy and a commitment to finding answers, Jaz has supported countless families through the heart-wrenching challenges of locating missing loved ones. Her work with Missing In America Network has become a beacon of hope, fostering collaboration among law enforcement, volunteers, and communities across the country.

Justin Evans is a prominent host of the Generation Why Podcast, which he co-founded in 2012. The podcast played a key role in pioneering the true crime genre within the podcasting landscape. In addition to his work on Generation Why, Justin also hosts the Peripheral Podcast, a unique show that gathers deeply personal stories from listeners about subjects often considered taboo or shameful. Each episode of Peripheral explores a new theme, shedding light on the complex and often overlooked aspects of human experience

The day after Memorial Day, May 30, 2023, Allen Grasser received a phone call that would profoundly change his life. His brother, Norman Grasser, had finally been identified after being missing for 43 years! Allen, a lifelong native of the Chicago area and retired professional at the "Chicago Transit Authority" for 35 years finally had some answers that he and his family had been searching for over four decades. Allen, an avid genealogist, continues to uphold his brother's legacy by preserving and expanding the genealogical work that Norm actually began, by him formulating the foundation of the Grasser Family History before his disappearance in 1980. Allen currently operates and maintains the 123 year old century "Grasser Family Farm" in Porterfield, Wisconsin.

Since 2016, Haley Gray, a certified victim advocate, has established herself as a respected researcher and writer in the true crime podcasting space, contributing to over 20 podcasts with a focus on ethical, victim-centered storytelling. Specializing in unresolved cases, Haley collaborates closely with families to raise awareness and support for ongoing investigations. Guided by a commitment to ethics, integrity, and compassionate advocacy, she is also the Founder and CEO of True Crime Podcast Training, an educational platform dedicated to promoting best practices within the true crime community. In addition, Haley serves on the board of The Bridegan Foundation and volunteers with the Light the Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project. Through her completion of the NOVA Victim Assistance Academy, Haley also brings her skills as a certified victim advocate to her work.

Crystal Gutierrez is the host and one of the investigators of Beyond The Case, an online web series focusing on finding the missing. Crystal is an Emmy award-winning journalist. Her background includes nearly decades as a television news anchor/reporter covering stories that are now a part of history including the sweeping drug cartel violence in Mexico, presidential campaigns, DOJ investigations into police violence, and much more. But, Crystal has also interviewed a mom who went on a nationwide crusade to change laws after her daughter was murdered, sat down with a woman searching for her missing sister, shared an afternoon with the woman who escaped the Toy Box Killer ... and cried with families who faced heartbreak after a tragedy.

Those interviews were part of the driving force behind Crystal leaving TV news, founding her own production company, ERREZ Entertainment, and starting Beyond The Case.

Nina Innsted is a dedicated writer and award-winning podcast host/producer of Already Gone Podcast is committed to shedding light on unsolved cases and advocating for justice.

As the outreach coordinator for Missing In Michigan and a credentialed victims advocate, Nina works tirelessly alongside families to raise awareness and keep their loved ones’ stories alive.

Her passion for storytelling and advocacy has made a lasting impact in the community.

Sarah Krebs has dedicated her career to advocating for the lost, missing, and forgotten. As a young trooper, she urged Michigan State Police leadership to improve unidentified remains investigations, highlighting oversight gaps and missing records in state and national databases. She spearheaded programs to identify human remains and support families, founding ID the Missing to help medical examiners document and test remains, and Missing in Michigan to connect families with law enforcement and media. These initiatives became national models.

Krebs helped establish the MSP Missing Persons Coordination Unit (MPCU) in 2014, which has since identified over 100 remains cases. Independently, she uncovered more than 200 undocumented remains cases. A 2017 IACP 40 Under 40 awardee, Krebs holds degrees in Anthropology and Business and earned a Public Leadership certificate from Harvard. She now serves as the MSP’s Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, driven by her commitment to helping families find closure.

John Lordan has been creating content since 2013, and is known for his respectful and detail-driven approach. Covering over 1000 cases to date, he has worked directly with many families dealing with tragic situations, helping them raise awareness, raise funds, and further develop their support communities. John is most well known for the YouTube unsolved mystery show Brainscratch, the missing persons show Searchlight, and the Seriously Mysterious podcast.

He has also been featured in the Netflix docuseries Crime Scene – The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel which hit number one in several countries, as well as the recent docuseries Vanished - The Heather Elvis Case.

Julie Lopez is the Director of Crime Stoppers of Flint & Genesee County and the Regional Director for Crime Stoppers USA, covering Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. She became involved with Crime Stoppers after her father-in-law, Pablo Lopez, a U.S. Air Force Veteran and active community member, had been shot and killed while sleeping in his Flint home in July 2011. During this time, Julie and her family worked closely with law enforcement, the media, and Crime Stoppers to find Pablo’s killer. This experience showed her firsthand the trauma and tribulations that impact victims of crime and their families.

As the investigation into her father-in-law’s murder unfolded, Julie learned a great deal about Crime Stoppers and what it could offer victims and their families in the pursuit of justice. She knew she could be an asset to the organization and to other families whose lives have been affected by violent crime. Although Pablo’s murder remains unsolved, she is a believer in the Crime Stoppers program and is devoted to helping families in their search for justice.

Madison McGhee is the host and creator of the breakout independent true crime podcast, Ice Cold Case, where she is actively investigating the unsolved murder of her father, John Cornelius McGhee. After living without answers for over two decades, Madison took matters into her own hands and launched a podcast that took the true crime genre by storm. Not only does she delicately balance the emotional side of losing a father to murder with truth-seeking and fact-finding, but she also captivates the listener with her unique style of storytelling. As a television and film producer based in Los Angeles, California, Madison is no stranger to the art of creating. With her piqued interest in the audio space, Ice Cold Case is her first podcast—but it may not be her last.

Julie is the sister of Maura Murray, who has been missing for over 20 years. Maura’s story has been covered extensively by various media outlets, TV channels, and podcasts but never by a family member until Julie hosted season one of Media Pressure Podcast in February 2024.

Julie maintains an active TikTok account dedicated to her sister’s case, providing updates, sharing evidence, and paying tribute to Maura.

Laurah Norton, is a writer, researcher, and host of The Fall Line podcast. On The Fall Line, Laurah focuses on cold cases from the American Southeast. She also hosts One Strange Thing podcast that shares unexplainable stories found in American news archives.

Laurah has 15 years of research and writing experience as a former academic in literary fiction, creative nonfiction, and archival and primary research.

Laurah released Lay Them to Rest in 2023, a true-crime book that shares Laurah’s experience while assisting in identifying a Jane Doe homicide victim found in an Illinois state park in 1993.

Traci Onders is a skilled IGG practitioner and a member of the AdvanceDNA team, contributing research on both unidentified human remains and criminal case types and a team leader at the DNA Doe Project. As Program Assistant at the Ramapo IGG Center, she enjoys sharing her passion for investigative genetic genealogy and resolving unsolved cases while helping students learn IGG methods, techniques and skills. With more than 9 years of experience applying Genetic Genealogy methods and resolving hundreds of cases, Traci also brings extensive experience and training in mediation, as well as diversity, equity and inclusion and many years of leadership in a wide variety of community volunteer organizations. As a confident presenter and educator, she enjoys sharing her experience and advocating for the unidentified.

Claressa Patton is a dedicated victim advocate with the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, providing compassionate support to families affected by violent crime since 2015. After losing both her husband and brother to homicide within weeks, she transformed her grief into a mission to help others navigate loss.

A graduate of Christian Theological Seminary and Martin University, Claressa is an ordained minister, motivational speaker, and founder of Healing in Pieces, an initiative offering resources and emotional support to victims and their families. Through advocacy, public speaking, and direct support, she continues to be a vital resource for countless Indianapolis families.

Shayna Richard is the founder of Light The Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project, driven by a deep passion for making a meaningful impact in the missing persons community. What began as a personal mission has grown into a victim-centered volunteer organization dedicated to reuniting missing persons with their loved ones, strengthening collaboration between families and law enforcement, and tirelessly advocating for victims of unresolved cases, missing individuals, and their families.

A certified victim advocate, Shayna leads the Light The Way team of dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to investigate and locate missing persons while providing unwavering support to both the missing and those seeking justice. Beyond this critical work, she spearheaded "My Reason," a campaign advocating for children failed by the Washington State foster care system. Through this initiative, she raises awareness of child abuse cases to drive legislative changes that prioritize children's safety.

She is also a proud board member of the Gabby Petito Foundation, where she furthers her commitment to supporting families of the missing and advocating for systemic change—working to make a difference, save lives, reunite loved ones, and help prevent tragedies like Gabby’s from happening to others.

Jen Rivera is an investigative journalist, podcast producer, and the founder of Reignited Media and Shores of Strength (SOS), a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for victims and their families. With a background in marketing communications and journalism, Jen has spent over 15 years in digital media, with a deep focus on ethical storytelling.

As the co-founder of Fire Eyes Media, a woman-owned production company that produces impactful true crime podcasts, Jen is passionate about giving a voice to the voiceless. She has hosted and produced several podcasts, and through her work, she ensures that victims' voices are at the heart of every story. Jen’s mission is to raise awareness about true crime cases and empower families with the tools they need to advocate for justice. Her work, both as a podcaster and advocate, centers on creating a platform for victims' families and promoting positive change within the true crime community.

Kristen Seavey is the creator and host of the Murder, She Told podcast, and has been a credentialed victim’s advocate through the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP) since 2021. She launched Murder, She Told with a mission to give a voice to families affected by violent crime and to raise public awareness of unsolved cases that often go unnoticed by traditional media. In addition to her podcasting work, she also collaborates with law enforcement and is currently partnered with the Kittery, ME police on a missing persons case from 1983. Originally from Maine, she now splits her time between her home state and NYC.

Jordan was born and raised in Southern Indiana. He worked for 10 years in federal law enforcement, and is a 2-time combat veteran. Having filed over 1,000 FOIA and PRA requests since 2021, Jordan currently functions as the staff FOIA Specialist for Studio Both/And, working on the True Crime BS Podcast, Unsafe Spaces, and A Place for Strange Stories. He also works as a part time FOIA Specialist for The Fall Line, and offers for-hire and pro bono FOIA and cold case consulting assistance. Jordan also holds a certification as an Ethical Hacker (CEH) and uses the tools he acquired in that field to conduct OSINT research both for the studio and private sector clients.

Robin Warder is the host of “The Trail Went Cold”, a true crime podcast which exclusively covers cold cases and unsolved mysteries. The show originally launched in February 2016 and has released over 420 episodes. Robin currently lives in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and graduated from York University in Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities. He also has a post-graduate honours degree in scriptwriting from Algonquin College in Ottawa. Prior to starting “The Trail Went Cold”, Robin was a freelance writer who published over 100 articles about true crime and pop culture at the websites Cracked.com and Listverse.com