Sajag Patel

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Sajag Patel is a visionary strategist and proven operator with a track record of driving exceptional results for entrepreneurs and C-suite leaders. He’s scaled multi-eight- and nine-figure businesses as CRO of Move Concierge and COO of Keller Williams Realty International, and now leads The Entrepreneurs Boardroom to help others do the same.

Sajag is a sought-after advisor, speaker, and thought leader whose insights on leadership, growth, and talent have been featured in INMAN, HousingWire, RIS Media, and top podcasts with industry leaders like Eric Forney, Gabe Abshire, and Brian Charlesworth. He’s a two-time RIS Media Newsmaker and a trusted partner to founders building scalable, sellable businesses.

Beyond business, Sajag founded the CEO Kids Foundation, with a mission to educate 100,000 children by 2032, and actively supports Make-A-Wish, KW Cares, and Ekal Vidyalaya. He’s also a father, athlete, and example of resilience, running 100 miles a month after overcoming a major injury.

Through The Entrepreneurs Boardroom, Sajag empowers leaders to grow, exit, and create wealth, while leaving a legacy that lasts.

Samantha J. Peterson

Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel

Samantha J. Peterson is a seasoned legal strategist and operational leader who brings over a decade of experience advising high-growth companies at the executive level. As Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel at The Entrepreneurs Boardroom, she helps align legal strategy with business goals to drive clarity, compliance, and long-term value.

Samantha has served as in-house counsel for nationally recognized organizations including Keller Williams Realty and JPMorgan Chase, where she advised on corporate governance, compliance, risk, and negotiation. Known for her practical, business-first approach to legal strategy, she is a trusted advisor to leadership teams navigating complex growth.

A graduate of Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and New York Law School, Samantha pairs global perspective with disciplined legal insight. She also serves on the boards of Love for Malawi, CEO Kids Foundation, and the Lake Travis Youth Association, reflecting her commitment to service and youth empowerment.

At The Entrepreneurs Boardroom, Samantha plays a key role in operational excellence—ensuring that leaders can grow with integrity, alignment, and confidence.

Duane Giglia

Chief Marketing Officer

Duane Giglia is a senior marketing executive with a track record of driving strategic growth and elevating performance across the real estate and proptech sectors. Known for aligning marketing with business goals, Duane has led high-impact initiatives that reversed negative trends, unlocked new revenue, and improved customer experience.

Her leadership spans top-ranked brokerages and large real estate organizations, where she’s guided marketing through expansion, mergers, and operational shifts. As VP of Marketing for the nation’s largest independent real estate brand, Duane spearheaded brand consistency, lead generation, and ROI-driven strategy at scale.

Duane has played a pivotal role in unifying marketing across company mergers and positioning brands for long-term success in competitive markets. She brings a visionary yet grounded approach that fuels alignment, accountability, and lasting growth.

Outside the boardroom, Duane is a dedicated community leader, supporting causes like Children’s National Medical Center and the Miracle Network. Her leadership reflects a commitment to impact, both in business and beyond.

Laura O'Connor

Real Estate Mergers & Acquisitions and Brokerage Strategist

Laura O’Connor is a seasoned operations and strategy executive with 25+ years of experience driving performance, leading change, and scaling growth across the real estate industry. Known for her hands-on leadership and data-driven execution, Laura has guided organizations through mergers, process overhauls, and enterprise transformation.

As President & COO of JPAR Real Estate’s Affiliate Network, she led a 46% expansion across 30 states and implemented solutions that improved operations for 4,000+ agents. At Anywhere Real Estate and Pure West Christie’s, she partnered with brokerage owners to modernize systems and scale operations nationally.

Laura is also the architect of a sought-after M&A master course, developed from her experience orchestrating major mergers and post-acquisition integration. Her expertise in aligning culture, systems, and strategy has made her a go-to advisor for firms navigating growth and change.

A recognized thought leader and speaker, Laura is trusted by executives seeking sustainable strategies, strong teams, and lasting operational excellence.