Under the visionary leadership of CEO Andrea Bartzen, successfully hosted an inspiring “Health and Humanity” Think Tank on April 21st in Palm Beach. The exclusive gathering brought together high-achieving individuals committed to elevating human potential and creating meaningful, lasting change in the world.

The event united pro athlete Gary Forbes, decorated Navy SEAL veteran William Branum, billionaire innovator “SoHo Johnny,” mental health experts Dr. Jonathan Javitt and Dr. Joshua Helman, longevity expert Robert Henry, media personality Rachel Uchitel, and other cultural leaders, innovators, and investors. Together, they explored how individuals and communities can rise above traditional definitions of success—moving beyond wealth, family name, or social status—to build a “new social class” defined by heritage, legacy, skills, wisdom, and a genuine desire to give back.

Andrea Bartzen, founder and CEO of Global Passion Projects, set the tone for the evening with a powerful message: “Social class in this new world is no longer defined strictly by capital, status, or prestige, but by what we as humans do in our lifetime to change the world for the better.”

The think tank focused on timely and critical topics, including the future of humanity in an AI-driven, post-COVID world.

Discussions centered on empowering people mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically through collaboration, purpose-driven action, and a shared commitment to becoming “fully human.”

Featured speaker William Branum, a 23-year U.S. Navy SEAL veteran, shared his powerful framework, “The 5 Secrets to Thinking Like a Navy SEAL.” He inspired the audience with practical principles for excellence with his N.A.K.E.D Acronym which stands for: Never quit, Accept failure as part of growth, Kill mediocrity, Eliminate fear, and Do the work every single day. His message emphasized perseverance, discipline, and personal accountability.

Former professional basketball player Gary Forbes delivered an uplifting talk about overcoming adversity, sharing his personal journey of succeeding in the NBA while managing diabetes. He highlighted the transformative power of mindset, optimism, and determination forged through his upbringing.

Media personality Rachel Uchitel added depth to the conversation, speaking about personal reinvention, the healing power of community, and her work amplifying underrepresented voices through her platform.

On January 10 & 11th, The Global Passion Projects joined forces with Harvard Global Health Leader Alumn, Jocelyne Campbell, golf pro Marisa Messana and community Mayors, Tomeka Butler and Weyling White to host an inspiring event at the PGA National resort in Palm Beach Gardens for the launch of the healthcare app, Mori.

The event integrated diverse leaders from health, technology, politics and sports for the common goal to leverage technology and science to elevate whole-body health and drive advancements in the healthcare industry.

Andrea Bartzen, founder of The Global Passion Projects, took stage to emphasize the foundation’s mission of tackling global challenges through collaboration and innovation. “By uniting the brightest minds in technology and science with investor and philanthropist visionaries committed to change, we are funding advancements that lead to longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives,” said Bartzen. “Partnering with Mori exemplifies our dedication to creating solutions that empower individuals and transform diverse communities and disciplines. We identify innovative companies like Mori for our community of investors so that they can drive change in the healthcare industry.”

Golf professional and Sports Illustrated speaker, Marisa Messana inspired attendees with a speech on the intersection of mind, body, and spirit health, drawing from her experiences on the golf course. “Golf teaches us the importance of focus, resilience, and balance – qualities that are essential to both our physical and mental well-being,” said Messana. She offered attendees golf swing improvements while highlighting the importance of physical activity as part of a holistic health approach.

The event also featured contributions from community leaders such as mayors Tomeka Butler and Weyling White, who discussed the impact of innovative solutions like Mori on their communities. “Global Passion Projects is making a tangible difference by supporting initiatives that directly benefit individuals and advance community resilience,” said Mayor White of Ahoskie, NC.

“This event showcased the transformative potential of collaboration between innovators and forward-thinking leaders,” said Bartzen. “Together, we are shaping a future where advancements in technology and science improve quality of life on a global scale.”