MJ has a background in business development with a focus on business development, content licensing and sponsorship sales. She has a proven track record of launching print publications as well as websites. Prior to starting Girl Zone, MJ has held positions with New England Journal of Medicine, EatingWell Media Group and Meredith Corporation. She has held ownership and President status for two companies.

Nicole Lazzaro, the founder President of XEODesign, Inc., has twenty years expertise in Player Experience Design (PXD) for mass-market entertainment products. Widely recognized as one of the top women working in video games and a pioneering, leading figure in mobile and social games, Fast Company considers Nicole one of the 100 most influential women in high tech, and Gamasutra voted her one of the Top 20 women working in video games.

Scott has over 20 years experience building tech companies and leading software teams in the healthcare, financial and education industries. He has built consulting, training and software technology companies. He has over 15 years experience in mobile technology. He builds family-friendly apps and volunteers for various communities dedicated to children’s education and improving the technology and marketplace for app developers.

Erica has worked as a contributing editor for Girl Zone since 2011 as GZ Advisor and blog writer for Erica’s Inspirations. Previously she was Beauty Editor for Ask Miss A. Erica has a Masters in Social Work and has been working as a high school social worker for 7 years in the Chicago school district. She has also provided group counseling and encourages girls to find a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual balance.