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Boxing Manager, Inspiration for the film "Against the Ropes"
Jackie Kallen is the world's most successful female boxing manager and the inspiration for the film. She fought against all odds to prevail in a male-dominated profession. A journalist-turned-publicist for…
Former NFL Tightend and Current Non-Profit President
Keith Jackson was born April 19, 1965, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was raised in a single parent home where love and discipline went hand-in-hand. Keith began playing football at…
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…
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…
The Real World: Brooklyn and Fitness Model/Owner-Operator of Scott Herman Fitness, LLC
Scott Herman was the handsome body builder in pursuit of a modeling career on. Scott sent an audition tape due to the constant requests of a female client he was…
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.
Five-Time NFL All-Pro, Motivation and Team Building Expert
A Stanford All-American, 5 time NFL All-Pro, and All-Star front line competitor, Brian Holloway was the 6’7″ powerhouse at the core of the 1985 New England Patriots Super Bowl team.…
Award Winning TV & Film Actor, NY Times Bestselling Author, Youth and Education Advocate
Hill Harper is an award-winning actor, best-selling author, and philanthropist. Harper starred on the CBS TV drama CSI: NY from 2004 to 2013. As of March 2013, he joined the…
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…
Drug and Alcohol Awareness and Educator
Over the past 18 years, Mike Green has presented on more than 2000 campuses nationwide in his effort to make drug and alcohol awareness and education an integral part of…
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…
Professional Speaker and Comedian with over 20 years experience, who shares his powerful and inspirational story of being a survivor of a drunk driving crash
Michael Gershe is just trying to be a son his mother would be proud of by presenting The Magic of Life. Born in Suffern, NY but raised in Miami, FL,…
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…
Artist, Activist, Poet and Author
Mary Fisher’s powerful works in fiber, sculpture and handmade paper have established her among the nation’s leading artists. Her earliest work as an artist was with fiber, including intensive work…
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…
Divorce Court Judge, Relationship Expert, Licensed Mediator & Family Law Attorney
Judge Mablean Ephriam is one of the most recognized jurists in America. She attributes her success to God, her family and close friends. Her faith, religion and trust in God…
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…
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…
Model, Activist and Actress. She is best known for her work as a plus-size model where she appeared in multiple editorials in fashion magazines
Plus-size model Kate Dillon-Levin talks about body acceptance and the necessity of having self-esteem- no matter what your size. Named one of People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People," she is…
#1 Millennials and Gen Z speaker and researcher. He solves tough generational challenges. He's received over 1,000 standing ovations
Jason Dorsey wrote his first bestselling book at age 18. He’s the most sought-after Millennials and Gen Z researcher and speaker, receiving over 1,000 speaking requests each year. Jason’s gift…
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…
Dr. Maura Cullen is considered one of the foremost authorities on issues of Diversity and Leadership
Dr. Maura Cullen has been referred to as being the best there is at simplifying the complex issues of diversity in an entertaining and educational manner. Since 1987, Dr. Cullen…
MTV's "The Real World: Brooklyn"
Katelynn Cusanelli from MTV's The Real World: Brooklyn, The Challenge: Fresh Meat 2, and The Challenge: Rivals. She is also the first (and AFAIK only) openly Transgender housemate in the…
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…
Author, Business Coach, occasional media personality and a Hall of Fame inspirational speaker
Patrick Combs is a Hall of Fame Inspirational speaker, a bestselling author of three books, and a critically acclaimed, internally successful comedic theatre performer and writer. Patrick is renowned for…
Actress, Comedian and Voice Artist; Best Known for her Role as Bart Simpson
Spend an entertaining evening with Nancy Cartwright, Emmy Award-winning actress, who not only created the voice of Bart Simpson; she scribed the ultimate insider’s guide to “The Simpsons”, the longest-running…
Trishelle was a cast member on The Real World: Las Vegas, and is best known for her romantic relationship with fellow cast-mate Steven Hill, which resulted in a pregnancy scare
Trishelle Cannatella was a cast member on The Real World: Las Vegas, and is best known for her romantic relationship with fellow castmate Steven Hill, which resulted in a pregnancy scare.…
Rapper, Poet, Playwright and Educator. Multi-Faceted Hip-Hop Artist
Dahlak Brathwaite, is a multi-faceted hip-hop artist that maximizes his abilities as musician, actor, poet, and educator within the transformational space of the theater. Since launching into the national spoken word…
Substance Abuse Prevention Advocate. Internationally Known Motivational Speaker, Trainer, and Consultant
Dr. Lonise Bias has moved from grief to empowerment, passing on over thirty years of wisdom inspiring, encouraging and empowering her audiences. She has become a internationally known motivational speaker,…
The Real World: Hawaii & Activist on Drug/Alcohol Awareness
Ruthie Alcaide, who starred in MTV’s popular reality television series The Real World: Hawaii.
Debate Featured Veteran Drug Enforcement Administration agent Bob Stutman and Former Editor-In-Chief of High Times Magazine Steve Hager
Steve Hager, former editor-in-chief of High Times Magazine, will battle it out against veteran Drug Enforcement Agency special agent Bob Stutman on issues surrounding the legalization of marijuana. This interactive…
Now you can bring The Real World Experience to your Campus
Now you can bring The Real World Experience to your campus. Cast members from all seasons are now available to come to your campus for your personal Reunion, where they…
Now you can bring The Road Rules Experience to your Campus
Now you can bring The Road Rules Experience to your campus. Cast members from all seasons are now available to come to your campus for your personal reunion, where they…
Parapsychologist, Author and Professor at the University of Arizona and reveals his research and findings with “Experimental Foundations of Energy Healing”
Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, is professor of psychology, medicine, neurology, psychiatry, and surgery at the University of Arizona, Tucson, where he is director of the Laboratory for Advances in Consciousness…
Coach, Author, Educator And Inspiration for the Film "Coach Carter"
When famed high school basketball coach Ken Carter literally locked his undefeated, state play-off bound team out of the gym and forced them to hit the books and stop counting…