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Former Head Football Coach at the University of Oklahoma
The winningest coach in Oklahoma history, Bob Stoops has become synonymous with success as he firmly etched his indelible stamp upon college football.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Columnist for The Wall Street Journal, Bestselling Author, The Time of Our Lives, Political Analyst, NBC News & MSNBC, Former Special Assistant & Speechwriter to President Ronald Reagan
Peggy Noonan is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the Wall Street Journal and bestselling author of nine books on American politics, history and culture. Her Wall Street Journal column, Declarations, has run each week since 2000,…
Leading Speaker on Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Development
I worked my way through James Madison University as a forklift driver and all-around gofer at a printing plant. I liked manufacturing and production work, so after graduation I took…
World Champion Quarterback
The most successful quarterback in the history of the Washington Redskins, Joe Theismann is also a world-class entrepreneur whose positive, high-energy presentations provide audiences with expert strategies for handling trying…
President of Colombia (2010-2018), Nobel Peace Prize Recipient, 2016, Former Foreign Trade Minister, Finance and Public Credit Minister, and National Defense Minister of Colombia
Juan Manuel Santos is the two-term President of Colombia (2010-2014 / 2014-2018). Recognized as one of the most influential leaders in the world, President Santos ushered in a new era of…
United Nations Messenger of Peace
In July 1960, Jane Goodall began her landmark study of chimpanzee behavior in what is now Tanzania. Her work at Gombe Stream would become the foundation of future primatological research…
Co-Chair of the JEDI Advisory Council and Member of the Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Cheslie Kryst is a complex civil litigation attorney licensed to practice law in North and South Carolina. Passionate about criminal justice reform, she has worked pro bono for clients serving excessive…
Innovator and Educator
Cited by Sir Ken Robinson as the very embodiment of his high-thinking on unleashing creativity and human potential, Richard Gerver’s
National Advocate for the Prevention of Cancer, Heart Disease and Diabetes
Margaret I. Cuomo, M.D. is a board-certified radiologist, teaching professional, and national advocate for the prevention of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. A trusted expert on health and wellness who…
Boxing Legend, Successful Entrepreneur and Author
Legendary sports icon, Olympic champion and Hall of Famer, philanthropist, bestselling author, television personality, ringside analyst and longtime face of Skechers’ popular Relaxed Fit collections, Sugar Ray Leonard has established…
Head of the Office of Corporate Responsibility for JP Morgan Chase
Well-known and respected in business and economic circles, former Secretary of Commerce and banking executive at JP Morgan Chase, Daley is an authority on job creation, economic growth, global competitiveness…
New York Times Best-Selling Author, Researcher, and Founder of the Strengths Revolution
Marcus Buckingham is a global researcher and thought leader focused on unlocking strengths, increasing performance and pioneering the future of how people work.
Viral BuzzFeed Writer, Producer, Director, and Actress
Ashly is a writer, director, and producer. Formerly of BuzzFeed, she is currently a story editor on Freeform’s Good Trouble. Most recently she served as a Senior Producer on the Biden/Harris campaign…
Former United States Ambassador to Sweden
Ambassador (ret.) Mark Brzezinski is President and CEO of Brzezinski Strategies LLC, a global consulting firm. Most recently, Mark was a Managing Director at Makena Capital Management where he led…
Actress in the CBS Hit Comedy 'Bob Hearts Abishola', 2021 NAACP Image Award Nominee
Nigerian-born actress Folake Olowofoyeku has won the ❤️ of critics and audiences alike with her title role in the CBS half-hour comedy Bob ❤️ Abishola.
Actress, Comedian, Writer, Host of Netflix's Emmy-Nominated Nailed It
Nicole is one of the most versatile and recognizable voices in the comedy landscape today. She currently stars as host of Netflix’s Emmy-nominated competition baking series Nailed It, which was just…
Tony Award-Winning Actor & Musician
Leslie Odom, Jr. is a multifaceted, award-winning vocalist, songwriter, author, and actor. With a career that spans all performance genres, he has received recognition with Tony and Grammy Awards as…
Author, Peace activist, and former CIA Clandestine Service Officer
A New York Times bestselling author, peace activist, and former CIA Clandestine Service Officer Amaryllis Fox has stopped at nothing to improve the world we live in.
Freestyle Skier and Olympic Silver Medalist, LGBTQ Advocate, Athlete & Actor
Gus Kenworthy is one of a kind, not only for his skiing, but also for his personality, determination, advocacy, and heart. Born in Chelmsford, Essex, UK, Gus’ family moved to…
Expertise in AI, Big Data, Blockchain, and Social Media
Patrick Schwerdtfeger is a business futurist specializing in technology trends including big data, artificial intelligence, Fintech and blockchain. He’s the author of Anarchy, Inc.: Profiting in a Decentralized World with Artificial Intelligence…
Comedian, Writer, and Actor, and Cast Member on Saturday Night Live
Punkie Johnson is a comedian and writer from New Orleans, Louisiana who just joined the cast of Saturday Night Live for its 45th season. Recent credits include Space Force (Netflix), A Black Lady Sketch Show (HBO), Corporate (Comedy Central), Adam…
Actor, Director, Producer, Entrepreneur and Changemaker, Co-Founder, The Wayfarer Foundation, Author of Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity
Justin Baldoni is an actor, director, producer, entrepreneur, and changemaker whose efforts are focused on creating impactful media and entertainment.
Award-Winning Poet, Scholar,Activist
Caroline Randall Williams is a catalyst. She makes change possible by bringing art and joy into the room in such a way that the grit of real challenge and limits…
Global authority on Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Innovation
Ozan Varol, thinking like a rocket scientist is a necessity. Learning to embrace uncertainty and thrive in the unknown will be the lifeblood of the most successful leaders and organizations…
Standup Comedian, Writer & Actress, First Latina to Create, Produce, and Star in a Network TV Sitcom, Cristela, Social Advocate
Cristela Alonzo uses humor to shine a light on the issues of today, and makes us laugh while she opens our eyes. As a standup comedian, podcaster, humorist, and writer…
Award Winning Actress, Producer and Activist
Academy Award, Emmy, and Golden Globe winner, Laura Dern has touched audiences and critics alike with her moving and heartfelt performances. For her performance in Marriage Story, Dern received numerous…
Co-author, The One To One Future
Recognized for over 25 years as one of the world’s leading authorities on customer-focused business strategies, Dr. Martha Rogers is an acclaimed author and co-founder, along with Don Peppers, of…
Actress and Recording Artist, New York Times Best-Selling Author 'The Good Fight', Host of podcast 'Whine Down with Jana Kramer', Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of 'Moms and Babes Box'
Jana Kramer is an actress, ACM award-winning country music singer and a New York Times best-selling author. Known by her fans for her honesty and willingness to be vulnerable, Kramer launched the…
James Beard Award-Winning Chef, Author of Notes from a Young Black Chef & Executive Producer at FOOD & WINE Magazine
A competitor on Top Chef season 13 in California, Kwame Onwuachi is a James Beard Award-winning chef and author of Notes from a Young Black Chef.
Golf’s “Great White Shark”, Chairman & CEO of the Greg Norman Company
Arguably the most successful athlete-turned-businessman in the world, Greg Norman is known as much for his entrepreneurial spirit in the boardroom as his dominance on the golf course. The internationally…
Actor, Activist and Advocate for Justice, HBO's "Insecure"
Growing up in the suburbs of Houston, Texas, Kendrick Sampson
Global Leadership and Organizational Performance Expert, Visiting Professor of Transformational Leadership, Cass Business School
Chris Roebuck is Visiting Professor of Transformational Leadership at Cass Business School in London and advises major global organisations on improving performance through their people. The UK National Health Service…
Chronicled in Netflix Documentary 'Father Soldier Son', Recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor Medals
Brian Eisch grew up in the state of Wisconsin and joined the Army in 1992 at the age of 17 as an infantryman. He served in various duty positions over…
CEO and Founder, Uncommon James, 3-Time NYT Bestselling Author, TV Personality and Host
Born in Denver, Colorado, the Rocky Mountains couldn’t have predicted what was in store for Kristin Cavallari when she headed west to live with her father and brother in Laguna…
Most Decorated U.S. Track & Field Olympic Athlete , One of TIME's 100 Most Influential People
Allyson Felix stands alone. She is the most decorated Track & Field Olympian in U.S. history. An eleven-time Olympic medalist. Seven-time Olympic Champion. World Record Holder.
Income Strategist & Star of USA Network's She's the Boss
Nicole Walters is on a mission to inspire people to not only live better lives, but also leave a legacy. She is adept at identifying ways to turn influence into…
Worldwide Leading Speaker on Business Growth, #1 Leadership Columnist on Forbes.com
Even the best businesses can fail. Kodak, Hostess and Circuit City were all once market leaders but eventually bankruptcies. Their products became dated, customers stopped caring and soon the former…
Award-Winning Actress, Radio Host, “The Janine Turner Show”, Founder, Constituting America
Janine Turner is an Emmy and three-time Golden Globe-nominated actress known to millions of fans for her role in the hit CBS television show, Northern Exposure. She recently completed filming the…
Russell E. Palmer Professor of Finance at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Dubbed the “Wizard of Wharton,” Forbes named Jeremy Siegel “Best Business School Guru.” He’s an academic with optimism who presents a framework for understanding world markets and offers strategies for…
Actress, American Heart Association “Go Red for Women” Spokesperson
Lorraine Bracco is best known for her roles as Dr. Jennifer Melfi on the hit HBO TV series, The Sopranos and Karen Hill in Goodfellas. At the podium, Bracco delivers an inspiring…
Host of Food Network's Emmy-Nominated Sandwich King Co-Host of the Emmy-Nominated The Kitchen
Emmy-Nominated Celebrity Chef Jeff Mauro was born and raised in Chicago where he was determined from an early age to become the funniest chef in the world. After years spent…
Emmy-Nominated Actor, Television Host, Environmental Activist
When it comes to taking personal responsibility for the environment, few individuals can match the record of actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. Known for turning up at Hollywood events…
Chairman and Chief Creative Officer, Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc
Kenneth Cole has built a 150 store-strong retail empire, uniting his fashion instincts and business acumen with his philanthropic convictions.
Famed Dog Trainer and Behavior Expert New York Times Bestselling Author of 'The Loved Dog'
Tamar Geller is a dog trainer, a behavior expert, and a New York Times bestselling author who developed '"The Loved Dog" method of dog training. Known for her innovative method that is based in…
Famed Actor, Singer, and Songwriter, Starred as George Washington in the hit Broadway play Hamilton, Philanthropist
Known for his starring role as George Washington in Hamilton: An American Musical on Broadway, Bryan Terrell Clark shares life-changing lessons from his career on Broadway and work in arts education and philanthropy to…
World Champion of Card Magic
In 2006, at the age of 23, Helder Guimarães became the youngest ever World Champion of Card Magic.
Model Television Personality Bestselling Cookbook Author & Food Blogger Entrepreneur
Chrissy Teigen is a New York Times #1 bestselling author, TV personality and the founder of Cravings. In 2019 Teigen was included on TIME Magazine’s prestigious annual list of the “100 Most Influential People” as…
Former Active-Duty Green Beret and NFL Player for Seattle Seahawks, World Traveler and Philanthropist, Host of Indivisible on NFL Network
Nate Boyer is what many would deem a renaissance man. The Army Green Beret is also a philanthropist, humanitarian, and former football player for the Texas Longhorns (despite never playing…
Governor of the Federal Reserve (2008-2013)
Elizabeth “Betsy” Duke is a highly regarded banker with many firsts as a woman in banking. Although she has been a key decisionmaker in the boardroom of both the Federal…