Board of Directors

John Ballantine

John Ballantine (Founder & Director)

John Ballantine has more than 20 years of management experience in the Internet and computer sector as an industry expert renowned in eCommerce, software, and online direct marketing. He co-founded Online Interactive, Inc. (OLI) and served as its Executive Vice President, later serving as President and Chief Executive Officer. John served 9 years as founder and in executive management of Aptimus … [Read more...]

Brian Grossman

Brian Grossman

Brian Grossman has over 16 years of professional experience working in start-up, early stage, and advanced company businesses with innovative technologies. He served as Director and General Counsel at ACT/Phoenix Materials, Inc. providing strategic guidance, establishing overseas operations, and managing investor relations. Brian served as Director Corporate Development at CDC Corporation (a Hong … [Read more...]

David Hume Kennerly

David Kennerly (Director)-1

David Kennerly has been shooting on the front lines of history for more than 40 years. He has photographed eight wars, as many U.S. presidents, and he has traveled to dozens of countries along the way. At age 25, the Roseburg, Oregon native won the 1972 Pulitzer Prize for his photos of the Vietnam War, and two years later was appointed President Gerald R. Ford’s personal photographer. He has … [Read more...]

Eric Plantenberg

Eric Plantenberg-1

As the CEO of Freedom Personal Development, Eric Plantenberg shows people from all walks of life how to make a greater impact in all areas of their lives. Eric has an uncanny ability to take things from concept to reality. He dreamed of climbing Mt. Everest, and after 8 years of planning and preparation, watched the sunrise from the "roof of the world."Eric believes that when one person lives a … [Read more...]