Speakers

Sally McKenney is a baker, food photographer, and New York Times best-selling author. Her kitchen-tested recipes and step-by-step tutorials have given millions of readers the knowledge and confidence to bake from scratch. Sally’s work has been featured on TODAY, Good Morning America, Taste of Home, People, and more.

Susie Bulloch is the creator of the BBQ food blog Hey Grill Hey. She has appeared on Food Network, and is a true leader and influencer in the BBQ industry. Along with running a successful full-time blog, Susie and her husband, Todd, own the BBQ product line, Patio Provisions

Toni Okamoto is a leading voice in making healthier eating accessible, affordable, and enjoyable for millions. As the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, she has built a trusted platform for those looking to eat well without overspending or sacrificing flavor. For nearly a decade and a half, Toni has been dedicated to helping people create delicious, budget-friendly meals that support their health and well-being.

Her work has been profiled by NBC News, NPR, and The Washington Post, and she has been featured in The New York Times, CBS News, Nerd Wallet, and The Hallmark Channel. She was also featured as an expert in meal planning and budget-friendly eating in the Netflix hit documentary What the Health.

Toni is the author of multiple acclaimed cookbooks, including the Publisher’s Weekly Bestseller Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy. Her first book, Plant-Based on a Budget Cookbook, won VegNews Cookbook of the Year and was a Goodreads Choice Awards Top 10 Finalist, further cementing her influence in plant-based cooking.

She is also the co-host of The Plant-Powered People Podcast, where she shares practical tips, personal stories, and expert advice on plant-based living.

Through her books, online resources, and engaging media presence, Toni continues to empower individuals to take charge of their health—one budget-friendly, plant-filled meal at a time.