Haley Gray is a credentialed victim advocate, researcher, and writer committed to ethical, victim-centered true crime. Since 2016, she has worked alongside families and contributed to more than 20 podcasts to amplify unresolved cases with empathy and accuracy. As the founder of True Crime Research Training and co-creator of The Advocacy Blueprint, Haley provides education and resources that empower both families and professionals to approach true crime ethically and effectively. Haley also serves as the Assistant Director of Light The Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project further donating her time, knowledge, and expertise to families of missing persons. Through advocacy, training, and storytelling, she strives to honor victims, support their loved ones, and ensure every case is handled with integrity, compassion, and respect.

Bonnie Bell is a relentless advocate, educator, and speaker whose mission is to bring attention to cold cases and empower families navigating the unimaginable. Her advocacy is deeply personal: her sister, Danielle Bell, has been missing since 2001. What began as a family's search for answers has grown into a powerful mission to help others gain visibility for their own unsolved cases.

With a background in teaching and higher education administration, Bonnie brings a strategic and compassionate approach to advocacy. She holds a Bachelor’s in Legal Studies and a Master’s in Public Administration—expertise she now channels into helping families navigate complex systems and tell their stories effectively.

As a speaker, Bonnie shares her journey, the lessons learned from two decades of advocacy, and the strategies she has developed to reignite public interest in cold cases. She offers practical guidance on using video as a powerful storytelling tool—even for families who may feel hesitant—and teaches how to break a case into compelling micro-stories that capture sustained attention. Importantly, Bonnie emphasizes that a viral video is not the goal; rather, she shows families how to use video intentionally to build a stronger, more effective advocacy campaign. Her message is one of resilience, strategic action, and the belief that every story deserves to be seen.

Bonnie’s unwavering dedication to her sister Danielle continues to inspire others to advocate with purpose, clarity, and heart.

Patrick Turck is the Director of the Missing Persons Unit for TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue) and a retired law enforcement leader with nearly four decades of experience in public safety. His career has included service as a U.S. Army Military Police officer, SWAT officer and assistant commander, homicide detective, narcotics investigator, and criminal investigations supervisor. He also served in Afghanistan, training military personnel in post-blast investigations and counter-IED operations. Today, Patrick leads complex missing persons investigations across Texas, working alongside law enforcement agencies, forensic experts, and search teams to help bring missing people home and provide answers to families. He has commanded large-scale disaster and recovery operations, including search efforts following the devastating Kerr County floods.Drawing from both his professional experiences and his own journey through childhood trauma and cumulative first responder stress, Patrick speaks candidly about resilience, healing, and the unseen emotional cost of serving others. His presentations challenge audiences to rethink trauma, hope, and recovery while reminding us that every act of compassion has the power to change—or even save—a life.

Jennifer Randolph is an Accredited Investigative Genetic Genealogist (AIGG) and Associate Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences.  She holds a BA in Anthropology and an MSc in Epidemiology.  Jennifer entered the field of Investigative Genetic Genealogy in February of 2018 when she joined the non-profit DNA Doe Project.  She served as the Executive Director of Case Management and Operations for the organization from January 2024 to September 2025.

Jennifer has lectured throughout the United States on a variety of genealogy-related topics and has provided professional trainings in Investigative Genetic Genealogy. She has served as a facilitator for the Boston University Genealogical Research Certificate Program and as teaching faculty for DNA courses at the Texas Institute for Genealogical Research and the Institute for Genealogy and Historical Research in Georgia.  She has presented at major forensic conferences, including the International Association for Identification, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, the New England Seminar in Forensic Sciences, and the National Missing and Unidentified Persons Conference. Jennifer is well known in the field of investigative genetic genealogy, and has worked closely with hundreds of law enforcement members, medical examiners, coroners, and forensic laboratories. 

Jennifer is the co-founder and Director of Operations and Partnerships for Compass IGG & Advocacy. Jennifer earned her credentialed advocate certification in 2026 further solidifying the mission to identify the dead to include advocacy support for families of the long-term missing.

Lynnette Grey Bull has spent more than a decade advocating for Indian Country. She is the Founder and Director of Not Our Native Daughters, an organization dedicated to combating human trafficking and addressing the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIP).

She currently serves on the Wyoming Governor's Task Force for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons and the Wyoming Human Trafficking Task Force. From 2014 to 2016, she chaired the Arizona Commission of Indian Affairs at the Governor's office, and from 2014 to 2017 she served as a trainer and advisor consultant for the DOJ AMBER Alert Program. She has also worked as a subject-matter expert and tribal liaison on numerous research and documentary projects.

Beyond these roles, Grey Bull advocates for Native American diversity and inclusion, Indigenous land and water rights, child protection, cultural competency, environmental justice, and voting rights. In 2020, she was selected as Wyoming's delegate to the DNC and ran as the Wyoming Democratic Party's candidate for U.S. House of Representatives. Though she did not unseat Representative Cheney, she became the first Native American to run for federal office in Wyoming.

Committed to strengthening democracy in Indian Country, Grey Bull has testified before Congress on the Tribal Heritage and Grizzly Bear Protection Act (2019) and on tribal youth suicide prevention for the American Psychological Association on Capitol Hill (2016). She continues to work toward a future where Native Americans have the same opportunities to succeed as every other community.

Patrick Hinds is the Webby Award winning creator and co-host of the hit podcast True Crime Obsessed.  For nearly a decade, Patrick and his co-host Gillian Pensavalle have brought heart to their weekly take on true crime documentaries. With over 400 million downloads, the podcast made history in 2022 as the first to perform live on Broadway. 

In addition to podcasting, Patrick is a bestselling author. His book, Failure Is Not NOT an Option, topped The Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly lists.

Patrick is also a live storyteller and tours the U.S. and the U.K. with his one of a kind storytelling event “An Evening With Patrick Hinds. 

A passionate advocate for women and the LGBTQ+ community, Patrick serves on the board of A is For, an organization supporting women’s rights through art. 

Patrick lives in New York City with his husband, Steve Tipton, and their daughter.

Samantha Spencer is a leading forensic professional, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise as the Co-owner and Forensic Consultant at SEP Forensic Consultants, LLC. Since 2018, she has passionately dedicated herself to providing comprehensive pretrial and trial services, expert witness testimony, and forensic training, leveraging her background as a Special Agent Forensic Scientist II with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), Lead Molecular Diagnostic Technologist, and Lead Researcher at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

A dedicated expert, Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Graduate Certificate in Forensic DNA and Serology. She has been qualified to testify in court over 50 times in areas including Forensic Biology, Crime Scene, Evidence Collection, and DNA Interpretation. Beyond her casework, she actively contributes to the legal and forensic communities, publishing on topics such as DNA testing and cross-examination, and frequently presenting at legal seminars.

When she steps away from the office and courtroom, Sam is a devoted family woman, married to her husband of 12 years and the mother of two boys (ages 6 and 9), and she enjoys her time on the pitch coaching her competitive U11 girl's soccer team.

Shaun Mollica is a grant writer, credentialed victim advocate, and proud graduate of the CUNY School of Law. She’s also one of the hosts of Sins & Survivors, a Las Vegas true crime podcast focused on domestic violence, missing persons, and unsolved cases. Through her podcast, writing, and public speaking, Shaun aims to dismantle stereotypes and challenge the narratives of victim-blaming. Her work bridges passionate advocacy and powerful storytelling, drawing on more than 25 years of experience in survivor support, legal services, and nonprofit leadership. She lives in Las Vegas with her husband and co-host, John, their son, and their three rescue dogs.

Renee Williams is the chief executive officer of the National Center for Victims of Crime. With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and legal sectors, Renée has a proven track record of championing the rights and needs of victims of crime. Prior to her role at the NCVC, Renée was the executive director of a legal services organization in Pittsburgh that focused on the legal rights of victims of domestic violence and other indigent clients.

Renée is a sought-after speaker nationally, known for her dynamic presentations and ability to engage diverse audiences. She has represented NCVC on “NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt,” Court TV, HLN, and is a frequent guest on podcasts. She has been instrumental in shaping national conversations around victims’ rights and has been a vocal advocate for changes to the justice system that better protect and support victims of crime. As the executive director of the NCVC, Renée continues to lead with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of those affected by crime. Her vision and dedication have made her a respected figure in the victim services field, and she remains a tireless advocate for those whose voices often go unheard. Her passion for empowering survivors and creating a more just and compassionate society has been the driving force behind her career and reaches beyond her professional interests. She mentors through Big Brothers Big Sisters, advocates for children as a court-appointed special advocate, and is a weekly volunteer at Maryland Therapeutic Riding. For these efforts, she has been recognized as an Athena Young Professional Finalist, named one of Pittsburgh’s 40 under 40, and received a Jefferson Award. Renée holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and a bachelor’s degree in theater arts from Point Park University.

Megan Tomlinson is the founder of Silver Lining of Hope, Inc., a 501(c)(3) survivor-led nonprofit named in honor of her murdered mother, Leslie “Hope” Houston, focused on domestic violence, hidden homicides, missing persons, and education in medical and legal systems. After becoming a survivor of domestic violence herself and then losing her mother to it with no immediate arrest, Megan spent months researching and advocating alongside authorities, helping move the case toward accountability. She now works nationally through the organization’s H-O-P-E Initiative to ensure her mother is more than a statistic—and that her name brings hope to families.

Hans and Alison Duiker have been married for 16 years and are from the Cleveland, Ohio area.

Alison is the daughter of Lonene Rogers, from Hayfield Township, Pennsylvania. Lonene disappeared on January 7, 1981 after an argument with her husband. He reported that she “ran off with another man” and held true to that statement for 45 years. On November 26, 2025,

Clinton Rogers (husband) confessed to brutally murdering his wife that night. Clinton is currently incarcerated and the case is now in the justice phase.

Alison 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 also been featured on numerous network news syndicates, media outlets, journalistic reports, and podcasts.

Hans and Alison have worked through unimaginable heartache, false hope, disappointment, desperation and depression related to the investigation of her mother’s cold case. “I Am Not Okay” is the title of their talk that aims to recognize the intense feelings and experiences that come with being related to a story of violent crime and mystery. This fully transparent talk will share a wife’s devastation, a husband’s desire to be supportive and their journey together to find peace in the pieces.

Matthew Wilson is a homicide sergeant with over 16 years of law enforcement experience. He is passionate and dedicated professional committed to solving homicides and being a voice for homicide victims and their family. In 2021, Sergeant Wilson received a phone call that would change the trajectory of his life forever. He was asked to accept the challenging role of successfully managing the Homicide Unit and Cold Case Section in the 2nd largest city in the State of Indiana. After accepting this challenge, he quickly realized that for every homicide victim’s case he was trying to solve, there was a family and community suffering behind them. He made a promise to himself that he would lead an elite unit of homicide detectives to fight for victims, with the goal of bringing justice to the victims and their families. Fast forward five years later, Sergeant Wilson catapulted the City of Fort Wayne’s homicide clearance rate to an average of 91%. In 2025, his unit had one of the highest clearance rates in the country at 97%. Additionally, his unit has cleared 23 Cold Case Homicides in that time frame. He has successfully managed to perform over 30% higher than the national average for five consecutive years.

Hope Hooton is a Podcast Host, Child Safety Advocate, Author, and Public Speaker dedicated to protecting children and reforming family court systems across the United States. She is the founder and host of the Voices Against Filicide podcast, where she amplifies the voices of families impacted by filicide and raises national awareness to prevent these devastating crimes.

After the tragic loss of her two children, Alec and Lydia Mater, in an act of filicide in May 2024 in Arizona, Hope turned her grief into purpose. She has since become a leading advocate for child safety, working to expose critical failures within family court systems and push for meaningful legislative reform.

Hope is the driving force behind The Alec and Lydia Act (HB2995) in Arizona—a landmark bill addressing domestic violence, coercive control, and child safety within family court. The bill has successfully passed through the Arizona Senate committee and is now advancing to the Senate floor, marking a major step toward protecting vulnerable children and holding systems accountable.

She is also the author of the #1 bestselling memoir, There’s Still Hope: A Journey of Adversity, Tragedy, and Unshakable Faith, which has reached #1 bestseller status in multiple categories across the United States and over five countries internationally. Through her writing, speaking, and advocacy, Hope shares her journey of loss, faith, and resilience—empowering others to find hope in their pain while inspiring action and change.

Hope continues to speak on national stages, collaborate with organizations, and lead a growing movement committed to ensuring that no child’s life is overlooked and no family’s voice goes unheard.

Robin Warder is the host of The Trail Went Cold, a weekly true crime podcast exploring unsolved murders and missing persons cases from around the world. A Canadian native with a degree in Humanities from York University and a postgraduate credential in scriptwriting from Algonquin College, Robin’s fascination with cold cases began with a lifelong love of Unsolved Mysteries and grew through years of writing true crime and pop culture articles for outlets like Cracked and Listverse. Since launching the podcast in 2016, Robin has covered hundreds of cases, several of which have since been solved, and has been featured in BuzzFeed, The New York Times, Variety, and Reader’s Digest, among others. He has represented the show at AdvocacyCon, CrimeCon, CrimeCon UK, the True Crime Podcast Festival, and other major industry events, and brings nearly a decade of research and storytelling experience to families navigating their own unsolved cases.

Detective Aaron Benzick is a detective with the Plano Police Department with over 23 years of experience investigating violent crimes such as murder, kidnapping, robbery, and assault. He has supported law enforcement agencies across the U.S. and is recognized as an expert witness in. mobile device forensics and location data mapping. Det. Benzick developed a software used by law enforcement agencies for mapping location data and created a non-profit organization, Solve the Case Inc., with the goal of assisting agencies with using technology in their investigations and expanding awareness of unsolved cases.

Aaron has assisted agencies in closing many cases to include a cold-case murder, and a 34-year-old cold case kidnapping and sexual assault of a 9-year-old girl for his agency using genetic genealogy.

Charlie Worroll is the host and creator of Crimelines, a true crime, history, and society podcast, released twice monthly, that pairs compelling cases with the historical and cultural context behind them. Beyond Crimelines, Charlie has produced and contributed to several independent true crime shows, including Rusty Hinges and In Sight, and works as a freelance writer of narrative nonfiction. Her approach favors depth and context over sensationalism, encouraging listeners to understand not just what happened in a case, but why. Based in Kansas City, Charlie brings a thoughtful, research-driven voice to the true crime community and a deep commitment to telling victims’ stories with care.