Inspirational

Lisa Oz is a writer, producer and entrepreneur. She was born in Philadelphia, PA.

Aubrey Plaza is an actress, comedian, and producer best known for Parks and Recreation.

Hamilton-Smith is one of the most prominent and prolific milliners of the twenty-first century. Accredited also as an author, recording artist, filmmaker, media mogul, brand evangelist, and IT boy.

Villa Powell Willis has been encouraging, motivating, teaching, training.

R “Ray” Wang (pronounced WAHNG) is the Founder, Chairman

Kimberlé Crenshaw, Professor of Law at UCLA and Columbia Law School.

Yolanda Renee King is the granddaughter of Martin Luther King,

Arthur L. Andrews is an award-winning speaker, author, trainer and success coach.

Composer JoAnn Kuchera-Morin works on  the Allosphere, one of the largest scientific and artistic instruments in the world.

”Will Strickland is one of the foremost authorities on educating the masses about what hip hop culture.

Dyana Williams’ career exceeds limitation. Whether showcasing her talents in broadcasting.

Dr. Rockel Etienne's (pronounced Rock'-el E' ti- N) empowerment of others began with her own self-discovery.

As a biracial, bicultural, and bilingual citizen of the world, Dr. Samuel Betances has worked in all fifty states.

Fab's introduction to pop culture came courtesy of a name check on the group Blondie's1980's hit Rapture.

Included on NPR’s list of “Best Commencement Speeches” Tiffany Shlain is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, founder.

Thomas (Thom) Gossom Jr. is an actor, writer, and communications consultant.

Kid Cudi is a Brooklyn-based rapper from Cleveland whose debut single, "Day 'n' Nite," became an online favorite in 2008.

Anthony Dorsett, Jr. is a former NFL player who was drafted in the sixth round of the 1996.

International speaker, trainer, author and former executive assistant Sandy Geroux, M.S. has more than 30 years of administrative.

One of the most influential movie makers of our time, Francis Ford Coppola is a true renaissance man.

Liz Nead is an adventure speaker, traveling the world and taking on challenges to find lessons of leadership.

Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy received her undergraduate degree in economics and political science from the University of Michigan

For the last 30 years Dr. Mache has helped over 10,000 women feel better and gain more control over their health, work and relationships.

Joey Jackson is a nationally-recognized criminal defense attorney who has for two decades represented individuals and labor unions in state

Oprah described Tonya Pinkins as one of the “Ten Women in America Who Will Take Your Breath Away in 2004.

As one of the world’s most renowned motivational speakers, Les Brown is a dynamic personality and highly-sought-after resource in business

Suzan Johnson Cook had the privilege and honor of serving the first African American President of the United States.

At his mother's bidding, Bryan Clay - an unruly child from a broken home - focused his energies on track-and-field.

As a keynote speaker Loren Weisman delivers down to earth talks, fun presentations and humorous lectures with an audience.

Author and historian Robin D.G. Kelley is one of the most distinguished experts on African American studies.

Mia Kirshner is best known for her pivotal series.

Tuskegee Airman and flight instructor Rusty Burns was born Isham Albert Burns Jr. on July 24.

Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, a theoretical physicist and famous inventor.

Rik Roberts' rapid fire slow burn humor makes for a unique night out.

Alicia began performing in her local church at age five. At age seven, she trusted Jesus as her Lord and Savior while listening to her father's first sermon.

Michelle Kwan is the most-decorated skater in U.S. Figure Skating history, having won two Olympic medals, five World titles.

Brenda Romero is a BAFTA award-winning game director, entrepreneur, artist and Fulbright award recipient and is presently game director.

Joe Castillo is the world’s premier Sand Artist Joe Castillo is the best selling author, artist, storyteller and finalist.  

Twyla Tharp is much more than just another “award-winning choreographer,” she’s an entrepreneur, manager, and accomplished businesswoman.

Jeremy Foster was raised in a family of preachers and cowboys. His sense of adventure has caused him to try.

Kim Coles is probably best known for her zany characters.

Lidia Bastianich is an Italian-American celebrity chef, television host, author, and restaurateur. Specializing in Italian and Italian-American cuisine, Bastianich has been a regular contributor to public television cooking shows since…

Dave Winfield grew to value the importance of sports, health, education, family, and community.

Helping to make your meetings the best they can be! Using the experience of over 6,000 performances in over 30 countries, Fred Moore makes your event come ALIVE!

Aaron Philip is a teenage model with cerebral palsy. Living through financial struggles as a child in a homeless shelter.

Lauren Simmons is a motivational speaker and her own brand. A former equity trader for Rosenblatt Securities.

Lex Gillette is the best totally blind long and triple jumper in the history of the U.S. Paralympic movement.

Entrepreneur. Pioneer. Trailblazer. Khalia Collier wears many hats as the owner of The St.

Montague’s work particularly focuses on computational neuroscience – the connection between physical mechanisms present in real neural tissue.

Damon Davis is an award-winning post-disciplinary artist who works and resides in St. Louis, Missouri.