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Author, Speaker, Non-Profit Co-Founder... Born Different to Make a Difference!
Mark is a motivational speaker, author, and local actor in Phoenix, Arizona and has appeared in commercials, voice overs.
Co-Founder of Blue Man Group
Matt Goldman attended Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts where he received a Bachelor in Economics.
One of the youngest British climbers to summit Mount Everest
Matthew is a professional athlete, and on the 19th May 2012, became one of the youngest British climbers.
Academic Director for Urban Studies at the Murphy Institute
Michael Javen Fortner is Assistant Professor and Academic Director of Urban Studies at the Murphy Institute at CUNY SPS.
Senior Vice President of Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth
Marla Blow is the Senior Vice President of Mastercard's philanthropic hub, Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. The Center’s priorities are to promote financial security;
Children's Book Author; Creator of "Arthur"; Advote for Children's Literacy
Marc Brown is an American author and illustrator of children's books. Brown writes as well as illustrates the Arthur book series.
Co-founder & CEO of Mahmee
Melissa Hanna, JD, MBA, is co-founder and CEO of Mahmee, a comprehensive.
Educator, Equity Advocate & Award-Winning Author Known for "Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells"
Michelle Duster is author, public historian, professor, and champion of racial and gender.
Blends of Education and Entertainment
Mary Feeley's presentations are the perfect blend of education and entertainment. Her audiences listen, laugh, and learn! She has uniquely combined experience from the corporate corner office and the comedy…
SVP of Save the Children, U.S. Programs & Advocacy; CEO of Save the Children Action Network
Mark K. Shriver is Senior Vice President of U.S. Programs & Advocacy at Save the Children and CEO of Save the Children Action Network. Shriver joined Save the Children in…
Speaker, Author, Servant Leader - One of the Original Freedom Writers
An original Freedom Writer whose story is told in part in the 2007 hit movie, Freedom Writers, Manuel Scott has energized almost two million leaders, educators, volunteers, and students worldwide with…
Founder & CEO, Not Impossible Labs; Author, Not Impossible: The Art and Joy of Doing What Couldn’t Be Done
Recently named by Fortune Magazine as one of the Top 50 World's Greatest Leaders , a recipient of the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year Award and listed as one…
Poet, Author, Activist
Mahogany L. Browne is a writer, organizer, educator, and Interim Executive Director of Urban Word NYC & Poetry Coordinator at St. Francis College. She has received fellowships from Agnes Gund,…
Former Mayor of Washington, D.C.
A dynamic and captivating speaker, at the podium Mayor Fenty discusses the necessity for nationwide education reform, rebuilding the economy, developing urban infrastructure and remodeling the political arena.
Former Prime Minister of Australia, 2015-2018
After serving nearly three years as the 29th Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull possesses a unique and incredibly timely understanding of the current geopolitical moment.
Pioneering Tech Authority, Venture Capitalist & Author of forthcoming release The Metaverse
Matthew Ball provides the definitive explainer of the technological revolution that will reshape our global economy, disrupt nearly every industry, and forever alter human society.
Deaf Singer-Songwriter & Golden Buzzer Winner, America's Got Talent
Mandy Harvey is a singer, songwriter, author, and speaker who happens to be deaf. Mandy was Simon Cowell‘s “Golden Buzzer” pick on America’s Got Talent. The video has collectively received…
Co-Founder, Free The Children Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Me to We
Marc Kielburger is a social entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author and gifted orator.Along with his brother Craig Kielburger.
Former Mayor of Stockton, CA and Founder, Chair of Mayors for a Guaranteed Income
What were you doing at age 26? Michael D. Tubbs was making history. At the age of 26, Tubbs became the youngest Mayor of any major city in American history.
Educator, Entrepreneur, and Human Rights Activist/Advocate
Monica Lewis-Patrick is an educator, entrepreneur, and human rights activist/advocate. She has served as Director of Community Outreach & Engagement since 2009. She was unanimously elected by the Board to…
Artist, Speaker, Humanitarian and Goodwill Ambassador #UNWomen
Muniba Mazari is lovingly referred to as the Iron Lady of Pakistan. And for all the right reasons. At the age of 21, Muniba was left paralyzed from the hip…
Award-Winning Actor, Artist, Educator & Leader
Michael Greyeyes is a multi-faceted, award-winning artist, educator, and leader. He is a proud Nehiyawe (Plains Cree) from Muskeg Lake Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, Canada and is the founding Artistic…
Former TV Journalist, Speaker and Youth Activist
Mary Kim Titla is a member of the San Carlos Apache Nation located in southeastern Arizona. Ms. Titla is a Native American youth advocate, former TV broadcaster and a former…
Academy Award-Winner Actress and Producer
Meryl Streep has portrayed an astonishing array of characters in a career that has cut its own unique path from the theater through film and television, for almost 40 years.…
Bestselling Author, Legal Analyst, & Former Prosecutor
Marcia Clark began the practice of law in criminal defense (two years as an attorney and two years as a law clerk). She joined the Office of the District Attorney…
Hip-Hop Model and Actress. Star of Blood, Sweat & Heels, HIV/AIDS Awareness & Prevention Advocate
Melyssa Ford has been a fixture in the realm of entertainment for well over a decade. Ford can currently be seen on Bravo’s hit reality docu-series Blood, Sweat & Heels,…
Professor at New York University; Playwright and Author
Michael Dinwiddie is an associate professor at the Gallatin School, NYU, where he teaches courses in dramatic writing, cultural studies, and African American theatre. He holds an M.F.A. in Dramatic…
Educator and Advocate for Education Reform. Founder & CEO, StudentsFirst and Author
In the ever-evolving landscape of education in America, Michelle Rhee has been working tirelessly for the past two decades to give children the skills and knowledge they will need to…
Urban Revitalization Strategist
Majora Carter is a visionary voice in city planning who views urban renewal through an environmental lens. The South Bronx native draws a direct connection between ecological, economic and social…
Legendary Civil Rights Activist and co-founder of the Southern Poverty Law Center
Civil rights and diversity speaker Morris Dees is the co-founder of the Southern Poverty Law Center, a non-profit group specializing in lawsuits involving civil rights violations, domestic terrorism, and hate-motivated…
Presidential Endowed Professor in Politics and International Affairs at Wake Forest University, Executive Director of the Pro Humanitate Institute, & Former MSNBC Host
Melissa Harris-Perry is the Maya Angelou Presidential Chair at Wake Forest University. There she is the Executive Director of the Pro Humanitate Institute and founding director of the Anna Julia…
Physician and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Mark Hyman, M.D. has dedicated his career to identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic illness through a groundbreaking whole-systems medicine approach, known as Functional Medicine. He is a…
Has energized almost two million leaders, educators, volunteers, and students worldwide with his authentic, inspiring messages of hope
An original Freedom Writer whose story is told in part in the 2007 hit movie, Freedom Writers, Manny Scott has energized over a million leaders, educators, volunteers, and students worldwide…
Politician
Former Minnesota Congresswoman, Michele Bachmann became the first Republican woman elected to represent Minnesota in the U.S. House of Representatives. She was listed in Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People”…
Youngest-Ever Nobel Prize Winner; Advocate for Girls' Education & Women's Equality; Author of the International Bestseller "I Am Malala"
Malala Yousafzai made headlines when she was shot by the Taliban in 2012 at the age of 15 while traveling home from school on the bus with her friends in…
MTV Stars to Come to your school to Discuss Issues of Body Image
MTV's Real World stars team up to offer a frank and open interactive program on eating disorders and self-esteem... It seems that every year an increased emphasis is placed on…
Actor Known for his NAACP Image Award-Winning Role in "New York Undercover" ABC's Hit Show 'Designated Survivor'
Malik Yoba is an award-winning actor, a playwright and a published author. He composes and performs original music and is a gifted singer, lyricist and poet. He’s a sex symbol.…
Emmy-Winning TV Host, MS and Health Advocate, Wellness Entrepreneur, Decorated Naval Officer
Montel Williams earned his media celebrity status as an inspirational Emmy Award winning television personality whom Americans invited into their homes for more than 17 years. He is a decorated…
Vocalist and Founding Member of The Supremes
Ms. Mary Wilson still performs with the same passion as she did singing with the original Supremes, but the world renowned celebrity is now using her fame and flair to…
Politician and State Representative, Georgia, District
That is the nature of “Able” Mable, a servant of the people who will always answer the call when asked to; especially by those who have been historically overlooked and…
President of Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell, A leader in education, the arts, and the public sector for nearly 40 years, Mary Schmidt Campbell, Ph.D., began her tenure as the 10th president of…
Comedic Actress and Former Cast Member on SNL; Known for "Superstar"
Molly Shannon is well-known for the unforgettable and hilarious characters she has brought to the stage and screen
Business Leader, Creator of Animated Characters & Entrepreneur
Martha Montoya is a visionary businesswoman whose imagination, creative talent, and drive have always kept her moving forward, and the creator of animated characters, Los Kitos. A child born to…
Political and Civic Leader and the Current President of the National Urban
In a distinguished professional career that has spanned 25 years, Marc Morial has served as one of the most accomplished servant-leaders in the nation. As an entrepreneur, Morial started several…
Journalist and Correspondent for ABC News and National Public Radio
Michel McQueen Martin is a correspondent for ABC News. Prior to joining ABC News, she spent more than a decade covering politics and policy for The Wall Street Journal and…
New York Times Best-Seller "Kaffir Boy"
South African writer Mark Mathabane, author of the best-selling autobiography "Kaffir Boy," In "Kaffir Boy," published in 1986, Mathabane told the true story of his coming of age under apartheid…
Academy Award Winning Actress & Activist. Deaf since she was 18 months old, due to illness and high fevers, she is also a prominent member of the National Association of the Deaf
Marlee Matlin received worldwide critical acclaim for her film debut in Paramount Pictures’ “Children of a Lesser God,” for which she received the Academy Award for Best Actress. At 21,…
Former CBS Weatherman, TV Personality & Author of "Change in the Weather: Life After Stroke"
CBS journalist and popular television news personality, Mark McEwen served for many years in a variety of high profile positions, including anchoring "CBS This Morning" and serving as weather and…
Rap & Hip Hop Performer and Producer; Actor
Method Man was the first -- and biggest -- solo star to emerge from the groundbreaking Wu-Tang Clan. His mush-mouthed, sandpaper-rough bellow (at times recalling EPMD's Erick Sermon) and imaginative…

















































