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Attorney, Author and Student Advocate. Sexual Assault and the Law, Dangers of Social Media, Alcohol on Campus, Plagiarism, Cyber Bullying, Online Stalking and More
In 1998, attorney C.L. Lindsay III left his practice in New York City to found the Coalition for Student & Academic Rights (CO-STAR). Since then, acting as its Executive Director,…
Comedian, Actor, Rapper, Singer, Musician and Internet Celebrity
Jon Lajoie was raised in Montreal, Quebec and he graduated from Dawson College's theater program in 2001. Jon Lajoie first became popular through the music video "Everyday Normal Guy", in…
Comedy's Lovable Queen of Mean; Stand-Up Comedian; Actress; Equal Opportunity Offender
Dubbed by The New York Times as Comedy's "Lovable Lisa Lampanelliueen of Mean," Lisa Lampanelli is a no-holds-barred insult comic who masterfully works her audience while maintaining an inherent likeability…
Forensic Scientist and Speaker
Dr. Henry C. Lee is one of the world’s foremost forensic scientists. Dr. Lee’s work has made him a landmark in modern-day forensic sciences. He has been a prominent player…
Internationally Acclaimed Speaker, Social Entrepreneur and New York Times Best-Selling Author. Co-Founder of the WE Movement, which includes WE Charity, ME to WE Social Enterprise and WE Day
Craig Kielburger is a social entrepreneur and the co-founder of a family of organizations dedicated to the power of WE, a movement of people coming together to change the world.…
Relationship Expert and Author of Good Girls Guide to Great Sex; Sex, Intimacy and Lying about Love
Thom King, published author, photojournalist, lecturer and documentary video producer. He has written 7 titles for Random House (New York) & Castle Ring Books (New York/Chicago). He has also produced…
Stand-Up Comedian, named "Best Female Comic" by the MAC association
Jessica Kirson's unique style and captivating stage presence captures the attention of audiences and club bookers everywhere she performs. Her wide variety of characters brings a diverse energy to her…
Award-Winning, Journalist, Social Activist, Columnist and the #1 International Bestselling Author of seminal books "The Shock Doctrine" and "No Is Not Enough"
Naomi Klein is an award-winning journalist, syndicated columnist and author of the international bestsellers, This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs The Climate (2014), The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism…
Author of Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs and NYT Magazine Ethicist
Chuck Klosterman is the bestselling author of eight books of nonfiction (including Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs; But What If We’re Wrong?; and Chuck Klosterman X) and two novels (Downtown…
Award Winning Comedy Hypnosis
C.J. Johnson was born in St. Louis, MO and currently lives in the Central Texas Hill Country outside of Austin, Texas area between Liberty Hill and Leander . He is…
Award-Winning Filmmaker, TV Producer & Writer and Former Star of MTV's "World of Jenks"
Andrew Jenks is an award-winning filmmaker, TV producer and writer that has lived and filmed all over the world. The New York Times has remarked that Jenks work “shines a…
Olympian & Transgendered Rights Advocate
Caitlyn Jenner, formerly known as Bruce, captured the world’s attention in April 2015 when she revealed to the world that she is a transgender woman. Caitlyn first told her story…
Stand-Up Comedian and contributor to Comedy Central and "The David Letterman Show"
Tommy Johnagin is one of the best young comics of his generation. With a deadpan delivery and quick, sharp writing, he's reminiscent of Louis C.K. -- only less dark and…
Best-Selling Author, Journalist and Lecturer best known for writing about his lifestyle experiments "Human Guinea Pig"
A.J. Jacobs is an author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He has written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor and a dash of self-help. He…
AIDS Activist, Filmmaker, Photographer, Lecturer and Designer. She is the co-director of the documentary film, Blood Lines, a portrait of HIV-positive youth
Jennifer Jako contracted HIV in 1991 at age 18. Through one intimate moment with a boy who didn't know he was infected, her future was forever changed. Jako's coping mechanism…
Magician/Comedian Act from Season 10 of America's Got Talent, Derek Hughes is the entertainer who does it all! His show is equal parts Comedy, Magic and Mysticism and 100% incredible!
Derek Hughes is a magician in demand. He's created original deception for MTV's Room 401, Justin Willman's YouTube series Magic Meltdown, and Michael Carbonaro's hilarious appearances as the Magic Clerk…
An Evening With "Ghost Hunters"
Ghost Hunters and his team of paranormal investigators, TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) investigate paranormal activity across the country.These two real-life paranormal researchers will discuss the most convincing and controversial…
Stand-Up Comedian, known for "I'm Not Fat… I’m Fluffy" and "Hot & Fluffy"
Gabriel Iglesias is the youngest of six children, raised by a single mother in Long Beach, CA. It was during his childhood that he developed a strong sense of humor…
Internationally Acclaimed Spoken Word Artist, Solo Performer, Author, Actress, Writer and Director
Vanessa Hidary, Native New Yorker Vanessa Hidary, AKA The Hebrew Mamita, grew up on Manhattan's culturally diverse Upper West Side, graduating from LaGuardia High School of the Arts and Hunter…
Popular Celebrity Gossip Blogger, Columnist and Television Personality. His blog, PerezHilton. com, is known for posts covering gossip items about celebrities
Cubano and Miami native Perez Hilton is the internet's most notorious gossip columnist. He currently resides in Hollywood with his precious mini-Goldendoodle, Teddy Hilton. The LA Times calls Perez, "like…
Mentalist, Illusionist, and Motivational Speaker. He appeared on several national and international television shows and appeared on America's Got Talent
Multi-award winning performer Wayne Hoffman is recognized as one of the top mentalists in the world.
Comedian
Funny Man Richie Holliday didn’t grow up wanting to be a comedian. He wanted to be an architect, but quickly discovered he was a terrible at math. So he took…
Actor, Best Known for Playing the Principal in Long-Running NBC Sitcom "Saved by the Bell"
Dennis Haskins is best known for his portrayal of the beloved and iconic Mr. Belding on "Saved by the Bell" for it's entire 11 year run on NBC's Saturday morning…
Artist, Documentary Photographer and Documentary Filmmaker
Acclaimed documentary photographer/filmmaker, Lauren Greenfield is considered a preeminent chronicler of youth culture, gender and consumerism, as a result of her monographs “Girl Culture,” “Fast Forward,” “THIN” and other photographic…
Actor, Producer, Director & Award-Winning Comedian
Donald Glover is an actor, producer, director, award-winning comedian and writer, and Grammy-nominated artist. This past year Glover appeared in Ridley Scott’s The Martian opposite Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain…
Chef, Artist, Entrepreneur and TV Personality. Star of "Ace of Cakes" on the Food Network, Owner of Charm City Cakes
Duff Goldman is a chef, artist, entrepreneur and TV personality. Duff’s first major foray into television was on the hit Food Network show Ace of Cakes, which took place in…
International Award-Winning Speaker, Youth Educator, and HIV/AIDS Advocate
Scott Fried is an award-winning international public speaker, HIV/AIDS educator and author. For more than two decades, he has lectured to over a million teenagers and adults in nearly every…
Stand-Up Comedian and Cast Member of TBS's hit show, Are We There Yet?
Christian Finnegan can currently be seen on the TBS sitcom Are We There Yet? but is perhaps best known as one of the original cast members of VH1s Best Week…
Writer for Family Guy, Radio DJ, Television Host, Former MTV VJ, Comedian and Drummer
Damien Fahey is a writer for Family Guy on FOX. He also voiced two episodes of Family Guy called, “Peter’s Daughter”, & “I Dream of Jesus”.
Host of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, SNL Alumnus & Author of "Your Baby's First Word Will Be Dada"
Long a renowned comic talent, Jimmy Fallon’s ability to deliver versatile, standout performances on the screen has allowed him to join the exclusive ranks as one of the Saturday Night…
The Daughter of Fidel Castro
In her illuminating talk, Alina Fernandez, the daughter of Fidel Castro, shares her first-person, intimate account of growing up in Cuba. Through her insight as one of the Cuban elite,…
Activist and MTVs Real World Chicago
Aneesa Ferreira says Im gay, black and Jewish. What else is there? People say an awful lot more for this former cast member of MTVs Real World Chicago. Being a…
Emmy Award-Winning Actress & Activist
America Ferrera is perhaps best known for her Emmy Award-winning portrayal of "Betty Suarez" on the ABC hit comedy Ugly Betty, but she is also a devoted humanitarian who dedicates…
Internationally known speaker Marc Elliot will describe a childhood of struggle growing up as a kid diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome. Who speaks on “What Makes You Tic”
Marc Elliot, is one of the most sought-after young public speakers in the country. Preaching the theme of tolerance, he travels to high schools and colleges talking about his struggles…
Captain of the 1980 US Olympic Hockey Team and Subject of the Hit Film, "Miracle"
Mike Eruzione served as the enthusiastic captain that led the 1980 United States Olympic hockey team to its gold medal victory. He scored the winning goal against the Russians in…
NFL Football Legend and Studio Analyst for CBS Sports on The NFL Today. Esiason is also host of The Morning Show with Boomer
Former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason is the most visible national figure in the fight against cystic fibrosis
Star on MTV's "Girl Code" & Host of MTV's Comedy Series "Money From Strangers" and "Numbnuts"
Jeff Dye stars in NBC’s new eclectic comedy adventure series “Better Late Than Never.” This exciting project will follow the travel of Henry Winkler, William Shatner, Terry Bradshaw and George…
Successful Entrepreneur and Branding Expert
Why have thousands of customers from around the world chosen to get the Johnny Cupcakes' logos tattooed on themselves? And how does Johnny get hundreds of people to camp outside…
Hypnotist
Creator of corporate America's newest form of educational entertainment, Imaginism, Tom DeLuca is a presenter like no other. His credentials read like a list of the Fortune 500, and he…
Musician, Author, Racial Justice Activist, Compelling Unifier, Klan Whisperer, and Award-Winning Conflict Navigator
Daryl Davis is committed to helping people ignite positive change – using conversation to build bridges. His jaw-dropping experiences speak for themselves.
Speaker, Comedian, and Difference Maker. Two Time Nominated NACA “Comedian of the Year”
College Comic needed? According to the IRS, Michael Dean Ester's occupation is a "Professional College Student!" His perky blend of campus comedy has been served up at over forty NACA and…
Acclaimed Poet and Spoken Word Artist
Poet and performer Mayda Del Valle has been described by the Chicago Sun Times as having “a way with words. Sometimes they seem to flutter and roll off her lips.…
Stand-Up Comedian, Impressionist and Television Personality; Best Known for "Full House"
Dave Coulier is perhaps best known as “Joey” from the hit ABC television series, Full House, which aired for eight seasons (1987-1995, with 192 episodes produced) and can now be…
Known for his Top 10 Selling Comedy CDs, "Revenge is Near" and "Crazy with Capital F"
Dan Cummins's unusual observations and unique autobiographical stand-up have earned him spots on The Tonight Show (both Conan and Leno invited him over to the couch!), a Comedy Central half-hour…
Academy Award-Nominated Director: Known for "Empire," "The Butler," and "Precious"
Lee Daniels background is filled with bold stories as real and gritty as the narratives from the films he creates. By the age of 21, Daniels founded and ran his…
Real-life 'Hitch,' Dating Doctor
Real-life date coach David Coleman sees plenty of parallels between Will Smith's character in the new movie Hitch and his own career helping others find love. Coleman says he has…