Arianne Foulks
Aeolidia
Arianne Foulks is a founder, speaker, and Shopify Plus Partner who has focused her career on building impactful retail businesses.
Aeolidia, her web design and development agency, builds high-performing online shops for creatives.
With more than 20 years of experience, Aeolidia has partnered with brands including Rifle Paper Co., Lisa Congdon,
Cashmerette, and Burt’s Bees Baby to create beautifully thoughtful ecommerce experiences.
Appearing in: h+h University – Ecommerce Track
Shannon Boyer
Shannon L. Boyer
Shannon Boyer is an award-winning educator with a Master’s degree in education and over 25 years of experience in
curriculum and course design. She helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create high-quality online courses that
showcase their expertise, deliver meaningful results, and support sustainable, scalable businesses.
Appearing in: h+h University – Designer/Teacher Track · Business Classes
Brett Moore & David Martin
SewPro Connect
Brett Moore and David Martin are a seasoned leadership team known for scaling businesses, building high-performing
teams, and driving sustainable growth. Brett brings decades of experience leading multi-million-dollar sewing
industry brands through sales strategy, operations, and customer retention.
David complements this with deep expertise in strategic scaling and business optimization, having grown and exited
a multi-million-dollar education business. Together, they help business owners build profitable, scalable,
and sellable companies.
Appearing in: h+h University – Sewing Machine Dealer Track
Kathy Cruz
Savvy Shopkeeper
Kathy Cruz, founder of Savvy Shopkeeper, helps brick-and-mortar retailers build stronger, more profitable businesses
through practical, real-world guidance. Drawing from her own experience as a shop owner, she teaches retailers how
to understand their numbers, focus on cash flow, and implement systems that support confident decision-making
and sustainable growth.
Appearing in: h+h University – Brick-and-Mortar Track · Business Classes
Patty Lyons
Patty Lyons Knitting
Patty Lyons is an author, teacher, and knitwear designer with extensive experience in both creative and retail
environments. After running a local yarn store for seven years, she became a trusted business consultant for
craft shops, advising on merchandising, cash flow, staffing, education programs, and customer experience.
Appearing in: Business Classes
Gwen Bortner
Everyday Effectiveness
Gwen Bortner is a no-nonsense business advisor with more than 40 years of experience in operations, strategy,
and leadership. An international knitting instructor and best-selling author, Gwen helps entrepreneurs build
sustainable businesses aligned with their values while improving profitability, productivity, and clarity.
Appearing in: h+h University – Brick-and-Mortar Track · Business Classes
