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Prof. dr. Herminia Ibarra is the Cora Chaired Professor in Leadership and Learning, faculty director of the INSEAD
Professor Ibarra is an expert on professional and leadership development...
Dancer, Speaker, Musician & Choreographer
Dallas Arcand is a multi-talented artist who won the world spotlight with his astonishing Hoop Dancing at the 2010 Olympic Games opening ceremonies.
World Renowned Harvard Expert and Best-Selling Author on Collaboration, Communication and Teamwork One of the world’s most highly sought-after expert
As founding director of the Harvard International Negotiation Program, Dr. Daniel Shapiro brings a gold mine of practical frameworks on collaboration and communication to boost your organization’s success. He has…
Co-founder of Urban Ocean Lab
Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson is a marine biologist, policy expert, writer, and Brooklyn native. She is a founder of Urban Ocean Lab, a think tank for coastal cities, and co-creator…
Six-time Ironman World Champion and the first inductee into the Ironman Hall of Fame
Dave Scott is the most recognized athlete and coach in the sport of triathlon. He is a six-time Ironman World Champion and the first inductee into the Ironman Hall of…
President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers
With unparalleled expertise and enthusiasm, Morey provides insights into how leaders can introduce new analytics practices to their organizations. Audiences learn tactics to better structure their own organization’s teams, assets,…
Award-Winning TV Host, Best-Selling Author and Mental Health Professional
Dr. Phil McGraw is one of America’s most well-known and trusted mental health professionals. Through humor, straight talk and old-fashioned insight, McGraw provides audiences a large dose of sensibility for…
Co-founder and CEO of Bionic, New York Times Best Selling Author, Managing Partner at Alt Option Return, Angel Investor, and former Co-founder of Clickable and SmartRay Networ
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…
Founder and CEO of GoldieBlox
Debra "Debbie" Sterling is a driving force in the STEM industry, a powerful voice for women, and a leader for the next generation of female engineers.
Six-Time Dancing with the Stars Champion and Judge, NBC's World of Dance
Season after season, millions of fans tuned into Dancing with the Stars to watch Derek Hough, the talented, consummate competitor whose skill and commitment made him the show's all-time champion. Whether he…
Columnist, The Washington Post and Former Baltimore Health Commissioner
Dr. Leana Wen is an outspoken leader among a new generation of physicians.
Doctor of Human Sexuality, Podcast Host and Author
Doctor of Human Sexuality, Emily Morse, is on a mission to liberate the conversation around sex and pleasure. With the longest-running sex and relationship podcast, Dr. Morse has helped millions…
CEO and Co-Founder of The Public Health Company and Internal Medicine Specialist
Charity Dean MD, MPH&TM is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Public Health Company which brings together the best expertise in public health disease control with private sector tech innovation…
Record-Breaking Astronaut
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.
Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, NFL linebacker, Author and host of of CNBC’s Adventure Capitalists
Dhani Jones is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, NFL linebacker, author and host who began his career in the NFL, playing with the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Cincinnati Bengals.
Award-Winning Actor and Producer
With a resume that is as varied and expansive as it is rich in depth of the characters he brings to life, Academy Award nominee Don Cheadle is one of…
First to Discover & Diagnose Chronic Brain Damage in NFL Athletes; Subject of 2015 Film "Concussion"
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…
Head of Global Marketing & Communication, Peloton and Board Director, Public Health Institute
When Dara Treseder speaks, prepare to observe mastery in motion. Her ability to deconstruct questions of purpose, storytelling, and intent while constructing a way forward is a reflection of genius.
NBC Sports Football Analyst; Retired NFL Quarterback; Former Super Bowl MVP-Winning Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints
Drew Brees is the 2009 Super Bowl MVP-‐winning quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. A native of Austin, TX, Brees attended Westlake High School and lettered in football, basketball, and…
Arthur Ashe Courage Award Winner & Boxer
Bozella candidly discusses his tragic story of injustice and the perseverance, courage and faith that led to his long overdue exoneration.
World-Renowned ER Physician, CNN Hero and Iraq War Veteran
No textbook, checklist, or protocol could fully prepare someone for the experiences Dr. Sudip Bose has lived through.
Chief Legal Affairs Anchor at ABC News & Founder of Abrams Media
Dan Abrams is the CEO and Founder of Abrams Media, Chief Legal Affairs Anchor for ABC News, co-host of the new “Grace and Abrams” and the host of top-rated cable…
Grammy-winning musician, 2-time Emmy-winning Director and Author
Dave Grohl formed his first band at age 10. He dropped out of high school to play with the hardcore group Scream before auditioning for Nirvana.
Award-Winning Chef and Founder, Momofuko, Restaurateur, Betselling Author and Host, Netflix's "Ugly Delicious"
David Chang is the Chef and Founder of Momofuku. Named one of “the most influential people of the 21st century” by Esquire magazine, David has appeared on numerous television shows.
Health Wellness Pioneer & Author; Broadly Described Guru of the Alternative Medical Brands
Physician and best-selling author Andrew Weil is a highly acclaimed pioneer in the fields of health, wellness, and integrative medicine. Director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the…
Six-Time Pro Bowl Retired NFL Quarterback
A first round draft pick in 1999 by the Philadelphia Eagles, and the second player overall, Donovan McNabb has raised the bar with superstar accomplishments on and off the playing…
Assistant Professor, Higher Education Leadership, Colorado State University
Dr. OiYan Poon is an Assistant Professor of Higher Education Leadership and Director of the Center for Racial Justice in Education & Research at Colorado State University.
Korean-American Rapper and Actor
Dumbfoundead, is a Korean-American rapper and actor. He began his career in the 2000s as a battle rapper in Los Angeles and has since become one of the most prominent…
Native American Motivational Storyteller, Author of The Tiny Warrior, Leadership Expert and Warrior
Enduring the extreme conditions of traditional ceremonies and rights of passage, D.J. Eagle Bear Vanas has had the values of the warrior spirit burned into his core.
Conservative and Nationally Syndicated Radio Talk Show Host, Columnist, Author and Public Speaker
Dennis Prager, one of America's most respected radio talk show hosts, has been broadcasting in Los Angeles since 1982. Dennis Prager's popular show became nationally syndicated in 1999 and airs…
Generational & Workplace Experts
David Stillman is not new to the generational conversation. For almost twenty years he has been called on by business executives, politicians and the media to share his expertise on…
Renowned Sexual Health Expert, Author and TV Host
Dr. Laura Berman is the director of a specialized healthcare facility for women and couples in Chicago. Dr. Berman is also an assistant clinical professor of OBGYN and Psychiatry at…
Award winning Motivational Speaker and Author of All That it Takes is All That You've Got and All That You Got is All That it Takes
Dion Jordan is regarded as one of the most respected and engaging professional speakers on the speaking circuit today. A recognized authority on peak potential and personal development, Dion has…
16th US Surgeon General
Sworn in on February 13, 1998, Dr. David Satcher became the second person in history to ever hold the positions of Surgeon General and Assistant Secretary for Health simultaneously. He…
Self-Help Author, Former World Champion Gymnast & Coach
Dan Millman a former world champion gymnast, Stanford University coach, martial arts instructor, and Oberlin College professor — is author of 16 books published in 29 languages. His best-known work,…
Neuroscientist, Chiropractor, Lecturer and Best-Selling Author of How to Break the Habit of Being Yourself
Joe Dispenza, D.C., first caught the public’s eye as one of the scientists featured in the award-winning film What the BLEEP Do We Know!?
Best Selling Author and Personal Finance Expert
David Bach is a best-selling author, renowned motivational and financial speaker, and the Chairman of FinishRich Media a company dedicated to revolutionizing the way people learn about money. Known as…
Best-Selling Author and Fitness Guru and Trainer from "The Biggest Loser"
Dolvett Quince is a force of nature. As a veteran health and fitness expert and one of the trainers on The Biggest Loser, Quince has dedicated himself to “helping people…
Actor and Model. He is best known for his portrayal of Sebastian Chen in the second season of the ABC thriller Quantico and as Victor Tan in the CBS television series S.W.A.T.
David Lim is a Chinese-American actor and model. He was born in Oakland, California, spending most of his childhood and youth in San Ramon. David played basketball, baseball, and soccer…
Physician of International Medicine & Founder of KevinMD.com
Dr. Kevin Pho is a practicing, board-certified internal medicine physician, a national media commentator, co-author of the book, Establishing, Managing, and Protecting Your Online Reputation: A Social Media Guide for…
Civil Rights and Black Lives Matter Activist
DeRay Mckesson is an organizer, activist, and educator focused primarily on issues of innovation, equity and justice. Born and raised in Baltimore, he graduated from Bowdoin College and has advocated…
Former Special Assistant to President Obama and Social Secretary
A Philadelphia native, Deesha Dyer’s unconventional story is woven together by themes of heart, dedication, and an incessant quest for excellence. After graduating from Milton Hershey School, a private philanthropic…
Recognized As One Of The Nation’s Top Motivational Speakers and Educators. Founder of the White Privilege Conference (WPC)
Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr. has pursued and achieved success in academia, business, diversity, leadership and community service. In 1996, he started America & MOORE, LLC to provide comprehensive diversity, privilege…
World-Renowned Performance Painter and finalist on 'America's Got Talent'
Artists transform an empty canvas into a work of art through their skill, experience, inspiration and senses. David Garibaldi’s life, itself, reveals such a transformation. The culture and color of…
Former Congressional Intern Credited with Saving Congresswoman Gabrielle Gifford
Daniel Hernandez Jr., is a native Arizonan, lifelong Democrat, and Member of the Arizona State Legislature representing South Tucson, Sahuarita, Green Valley and Santa Cruz County. He currently serves on…
World-Famous Animal Scientist, Autism Self-Advocate, Author of "Thinking in Pictures: My Life With Autism"
Temple Grandin, Ph.D., is one of the most accomplished and well-known adults with autism in the world. Her life, with all its challenges and successes, was brought to the screen…
Entrepreneur, Author, Coach and Winner of the CBS reality show, Big Brother
Dan Gheesling is a public speaker, entrepreneur, author, coach and winner of the CBS reality show, Big Brother. After two stints on reality TV, he was called the "best Big…
Professor, Africana Studies, English and Comparative Literature, Cornell University
Dr. Carole Boyce-Davies is a student-first, Caribbean-American radically intellectual committed to social justice. Currently, Professor of Africana Studies and English at Cornell University, from the mid1980’s and throughout the 1990’s,…