Book Launch Celebration for Michael Betz & Stevi Carr
April 10, 2025 | 6-8p | HiFi Mount Adams, Cincinnati, OH
Join Us
for an exclusive evening celebrating the powerful insights and transformative ideas of Michael Betz, leader and author of In the Making: Leading Through Change and Growing with Purpose and Stevi Carr, #1 best-selling co-author featured in Cracking The Rich Code—a book series curated by Jim Britt and endorsed by Tony Robbins.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a live Q&A, book signing, and networking session with two leaders redefining success on their terms. Whether you’re looking to spark momentum in your career or build a legacy that truly aligns with your values, this event will leave you inspired to take action.
✨ In the Making by Michael Betz
More than just a book, In the Making is a journal and workbook hybrid designed to help you reflect, take action, and build momentum in your life and career.
Through storytelling, personal insights, and guided exercises, In the Making will help you:
✔️ Reflect on key turning points in your life and career
✔️ Apply lessons learned to your journey
✔️ Proactively shape your path forward with intention
✔️ Find clarity—whether you’re early in your career, stuck at a crossroads, or embarking on a second or third act
✨ Cracking The Rich Code: Audacious By Design by Jim Britt and Stevi Carr
Stevi’s chapter, Audacious By Design: 6 Audacious Acts to Fuel Legacy Through Well-being, challenges traditional leadership norms and highlights the power of energy management, values-driven decision-making, and sustainable success. She shares how high-impact leaders redefine success, build resilient habits, and create a legacy that doesn’t come at the cost of well-being. Through her Six Audacious Acts, Stevi reveals how to:
✔️ Align leadership with personal fulfillment
✔️ Break free from burnout culture and lead with energy
✔️ Prioritize well-being as a strategic leadership tool
RSVP Today
April 10, 2025
6-8p | Program begins at 6:30p
HiFi Cincy (Mount Adams)
941 Pavilion Street, Cincinnati, OH
Kindly RSVP by April 7th
Meet the Authors
Michael and Stevi believe in the power of collaboration.
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Michael Betz, a seasoned marketing visionary, growth strategist, and accomplished philanthropist, serves as the President and Managing Partner of The Proper Group, leading the organization into an era of bold innovation and transformative client success. A trusted leader with nearly two decades of experience across diverse industries, Michael has driven strategic growth, fostered innovation, and built lasting partnerships.
Recognized as one of Cincinnati's "40 Under 40" leaders, Michael's career is defined by his ability to merge big-picture thinking with tactical execution. His transformative leadership has delivered exceptional results, including 250% growth at Divisions Maintenance Group, transitioning Gannett's print model into a digital-first powerhouse, and spearheading new market strategies for global leaders like Givaudan.
As President, Michael is redefining The Proper Group's fractional C-suite model. His leadership focuses on integrating cutting-edge AI tools, expanding service offerings, and building a dynamic collective of top-tier talent. Under his guidance, The Proper Group is creating proprietary intellectual property models, scaling operations into new markets, and hosting thought leadership events that will shape the future of executive services.
Michael's passion extends beyond the boardroom. As a proud advocate for social impact, he actively raises funds for nonprofits, supports community causes, and serves on the boards of ArtsWave and the Cincinnati Parks Foundation. His holistic approach to leadership demonstrates that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand.
Michael's vision for The Proper Group is clear: challenging norms, pushing boundaries and delivering unparalleled client value. Focusing on innovation, collaboration, and measurable outcomes, he is building a legacy of excellence that positions The Proper Group as the premier partner for organizations seeking transformation and growth."Leadership is about building a movement—not just a business. At The Proper Group, we're redefining what's possible for our clients and community." – Michael Betz.
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Stevi Gable Carr is the Founder & CEO of WISe Wellness Guild, a consultancy and media agency dedicated to advancing individuals and organizations through whole-self wellness. WISe Wellness Guild partners with leading corporations, including Kroger, P&G, FIS, Fifth Third Bank, TH Foods, KAO, and many others, providing strategic growth consultation, consumer and market insights, programming, advertising, and access to a thriving community of more than 60,000 wellness consumers across all 50 U.S. states and nine countries.
Beyond WISe, Carr is the co-founder of WellNXT, a national wellness movement designed to ignite community, health, and inspiration through in-person activations across the country.
A #1 best-selling co-author in Cracking The Rich Code—a book series curated by Jim Britt and endorsed by Tony Robbins—Carr brings over 20 years of brand-building expertise from Fortune 500 companies, including P&G, Newell Rubbermaid, and UC Health.
As a working mother and engaged community leader, Carr is a passionate advocate for supporting the retention and advancement of women in the workforce. She is a Fellow of the Institute of Coaching at McLean/Harvard Medical School, ICF Member, an on-air wellness expert for iHeart Radio, and serves as an Ambassador to the Global Wellness Institute. She serves as a board advisor for Congenital Heart Alliance of Cincinnati and former board member of the P&G Alumni Network.
Her work has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Fortune, and she has received numerous accolades, including:
· Named to Inc.’s 2025 Female Founders 500 (2025)
· P&G Alumni Association Visionaries Under 40 Honoree (2019)
· Cincinnati Business Courier’s 40 Under 40 Honoree (2020)
· Women Who Mean Business Honoree (2020)
· American Heart Association Woman of Impact (2021)
· Venue Magazine’s Influential Women of Cincinnati (2022)