Education

From a life-threatening illness to a best-selling book to an NBC primetime drama in March 2020: faced with one of life’s greatest challenges, Bruce Feiler reached out to six men…

Audiences might be surprised to hear former Governor John Kasich say that he's not very interested in politics. After listening to his impassioned thoughts on the state of our nation,…

Anne Morriss is driven by an infectious commitment to help people realize their full potential as leaders and change-makers. She is a highly sought-after leadership coach and the Executive Founder…

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.

At the podium, Miss Sue takes audiences behind the scenes of The Blind Side, telling the story from her perspective as an educator and learning specialist. A believer that any…

Dr. Mogel’s candor, wisdom, quick wit, and signature use of cutting-edge psychological research guides parents through today’s rough waters of child-rearing. Drawing on insights from her thirty-five year career in…

With over one billion video views, Kristina Kuzmic has designed a viral mom-centric network of resources through her videos, timely messages, tours, and upcoming book Hold On But Don’t Hold Still scheduled…

Dr. Luana is here to equip you to reach your potential by making bold moves that are science driven and drive outcomes. An international expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, she…

Father Patrick Desbois, founder of the international human rights organization Yahad-In Unum, is a prolific author, distinguished Professor at Georgetown University, historian, forensic detective, and world-renowned human-rights activist. He has…

Robert Edsel delivers an enlightening and interactive presentation that audiences haven’t seen from anyone else. He brings together history and culture on stage using slides of treasured monuments, never before…

Reinvention is at the core of Apolo Anton Ohno. He acquired and honed this skill over a decade of Olympic speed skating competition, during which he became the most decorated…

Bringing his business acumen and passion for creative and responsible business practices to life at the podium, Greenfield's presentation delivers an inspiring tribute to America's entrepreneurial spirit, full of anecdotes…

On stage, Gary Grice shares anecdotes from his childhood and the genesis of his scientific curiosity growing up in the inner city of Staten Island. With deft lyrical skill, he…

Known to millions as “The Korean Vegan,” Joanne Molinaro began her blog of the same name in 2016 after adopting a plant-based diet.

Cat Cora is a world-renowned chef, author, restaurateur, contributing editor, television host and personality, actress, avid philanthropist, health and fitness expert, lifestyle entrepreneur and proud mother of six.

Mufleh movingly talks about how she became involved with the Fugees, the plight of the children she helps, and what they teach her in turn.  As an advocate for innovative…

Laurence "Larry" Vincent is the Chief Branding Officer of United Talent Agency, where he co-founded the agency's award-winning Brand Studio. Vincent is an award-winning writer, veteran brand strategist, educator, and…

Isabella Rossellini hails from a rich Hollywood heritage as the daughter of film director Roberto Rossellini and actress Ingrid Bergman. Rossellini was also married to film director Martin Scorsese in…

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.  

From the vantage point of someone who has spent three decades as a professional journalist—the last two of them in high-profile roles at The New York Times—Frank Bruni

Harvard Business School professor Frances Frei teaches Fortune 500 CEOs how to lead. A global thought leader on diversity, strategy, and culture, the Ivy League professor and corporate advisor-of-choice has…

On stage, Campbell Brown discusses the state of education in America, exploring our country’s educational challenges (given our economy in transition) and how that is affecting the educational needs of…

Cynt Marshall has been a dynamic force for inclusion and diversity within the Mavericks organization and over a 36-year career at AT&T. Widely recognized for her visionary leadership and ability…

As unprecedented transformation disrupts even the most established of companies, the new corporate leader must not only create a structure that supports innovation—they must also adopt the radical mindsets that…

General Lori Robinson Considering that General Lori Robinson is the first and only woman to become a United States Four-Star Combatant Commander, that is no small feat.A consummate team player,…

Dr. Leana Wen is an outspoken leader among a new generation of physicians.

Precious few human beings are able to say they’ve been lucky enough to travel to space. Peggy Whitson, however, is in a league of her own.

Tech founder and venture capitalist Alexis Ohanian embraces disruption, beginning with his Waffle House epiphany that becoming an attorney was not his destiny to co-founding Reddit [reddit.com] in his UVA…

Ziauddin Yousafzai understands this kind of sacrifice well. He knows what it is like to take a stance against injustice and work to enact change on a global scale. For…

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…

Sean Carroll is an expert in the most cutting-edge ideas in modern science, philosophy, and technology. He has a unique ability to make difficult concepts understandable and exciting.

Calum Worthy is an actor and an activist. Having gained a strong international fanbase between the ages of 12-22 through his acting career, Worthy focuses on educating them on the…

Marc Kielburger is a social entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author and gifted orator.Along with his brother Craig Kielburger.

At the podium Etuk creates hope for the future of education by teaching audiences about his education revolution, how to incorporate his recommendations into their programs and inspires them on…

Cynt Marshall has been a dynamic force for inclusion and diversity within the Mavericks organization and over a 36-year career at AT&T.

Dr. Bennet Omalu brings to the stage a rare combination of humility and fervor, as he shares his story of going from humble beginnings in war-torn Nigeria to becoming one…

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.

Bronson brings his research to life with wit, first-hand experience, and a journalistic appetite for the truth.

Zaila Avant-garde is amulti-talented powerhouse, with success springing from all her endeavours -and all before the ninth grade.

Claudia Rankine is one of the nation’s most interesting and powerful voices on race in America today. Her work spans various genres, including visual arts and the essay, and draws…

Kevin Carroll is the founder of Kevin Carroll Katalyst/LLC and the author of three highly successful books, Rules of the Red Rubber Ball, What’s Your Red Rubber Ball?! and The…

David Brooks has been an op-ed columnist for The New York Times since 2003 and is a commentator for “PBS Newshour,” NPR’s “All Things Considered,” and NBC’s “Meet the Press.”…

Junot Díaz was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in New Jersey.

Author, activist, and lecturer Loung Ung was only 5 years old when the Khmer Rouge soldiers stormed into her native city of Phnom Penh.

William Allen Young prolific skills and reputation as the former #1 College Speaker in the Nation’ are legendary among American students of forensics speech. Today, his powerful and transforming presentations…

Red Voices in the Schools brings Indian artists to schools and classrooms to explain and present the traditions of all American Indians, historic and modern. Programs are available to schools…

Christine Chavez has a made a lifetime commitment to civil rights, the labor movement, and community organizing.

Since 2003, Leslie Sanchez has served as a leader in market research specializing in the women’s and Hispanic-Latino marketplace. Her career has been spent at the forefront of data-driven analysis…

Cynthia Hudson is senior vice president and managing director of CNN en Español and Hispanic strategy for CNN/U.S. Hudson oversees all aspects of CNN's Spanish-language media businesses, including newsgathering, editorial…

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…