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Comedic Relationship & Personality Expert and Co- Creator of the Flag Page® Motivation Test
Mark Gungor is one of the most sought-after speakers on communication in the country.
Emmy Award-Winning Host, Executive Producer and Co-anchor
One of the most admired women in journalism, Meredith Vieira offers a candid, in-depth conversation about the stories she has covered and the lessons they have taught her.
New York Yankees' Greatest Relief Pitcher of All Time and Author of The Closer
Mariano Rivera teaches lessons in perseverance, drive, and building a legendary career from the ground up.
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…
Chief Information Officer, National Football League
Ms. McKenna is currently the Chief Information Officer for the NFL. She is responsible for their technology strategy, shared service delivery and management of the league’s technology activities.
Former Lt. Governor of Maryland and Former Chairman of the Republican National Committee
When he was elected Lt. Governor of Maryland in 2003, Michael Steele made history as the first African American elected to statewide office; and again with his subsequent chairmanship of…
Award-winning Actress, Singer and Dancer
While many recognize Michaela Jaé Rodriguez from her breakout performance on the FX hit series Pose.
Actor & Producer
Audiences come away from an evening with Mark Feuerstein with a smile from ear to ear, inspired by his story and entertained by his unique brand of humor. Through anecdotes…
Former NASA Astronaut, New York Times Best-Selling Author and Professor
Mike Massimino is a former NASA Astronaut, a New York Times bestselling author, a Columbia University professor, an advisor at The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, and a television…
Decorated Navy SEAL & Best-Selling Author of Lone Survivor
In an unparalleled and inspiring program, Marcus Luttrell takes us from the rigors of SEAL training and what it takes to join the America’s elite fighting force, to the battle…
Life Lessons with Marcus and Morgan Luttrell
Marcus and Morgan Luttrell enthrall audiences with a double-dose of wisdom, passion and work ethic; each is a force to be reckoned with in his own right. When sharing the…
Prominent Socialite, Philanthropist, TV Personality and Celebrity DJ.
Dubbed "The DJ With A Diamond Touch", DJ Mad Marj has always mixed it up adding flare to formality. From her boarding school years to her socialite upbringing in Palm…
Emmy & Golden Globe-Nominated Actor
Born and raised in New York, Max Greenfield is best known for his starring role of “Schmidt” in the Fox sitcom New Girl, opposite Zooey Deschanel, for which he was nominated…
Actor, Director, and Climate Change Activist
With warmth and candor, Ruffalo discusses his work on screen, stage, and behind the camera, as well as his advocacy for environmental and political causes.
Best-Selling Author of The Premonition, The Blind Side, Moneyball, and The Big Short
A sharp observer of politics, finance, and the evolution of American culture, Michael Lewis combines keen insight with his signature wit, making him one of today’s leading social commentators. Lewis’…
Author, Security Expert, Former CNN Contributor, and Former DHS Chief
Miles Taylor is a public policy leader, bestselling author, and current Senior Fellow at the R St Institute in Washington, DC, where he focuses on emerging technologies and public policy.…
Oscar Nominated Originator & Executive Producer
In an inspiring program, Uslan takes audiences along on the journey of creating his career to bringing Batman successfully to the big screen. He shares the principles that allowed him…
A Conversation with Marlee Matlin & Henry Winkler
Together on stage, Winkler and Matlin delight audiences with an intimate dialogue revealing their profound connection and individual journeys. Through humorous anecdotes, inspirational life lessons and moving stories, Winkler and…
Data Journalist, Writer and Illustrator
Data journalist Mona Chalabi is on a mission to, as she puts it, "take the numb out of numbers."
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…
Host of Food Network's Help My Yelp, Chef, & Blogger
Monti Carlo a Chef, Motivational Speaker, and a Food Network Personality.
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.
Acclaimed Actress & Humanitarian Activist
Farrow shares photographs from her trips to Darfur in 2004, 2006-2008, bearing witness to the desperation of the people of the region.
Photographer, Creative Director, and Social Activist
Misan Harriman is a world-renowned British-Nigerian photographer, creative director, and social activist. Born in Nigeria, Harriman moved to the United Kingdom at a young age for school.
Former NFL Player & Subject of Drama Film "The Blind Side" with Sandra Bullock
Michael inspires audiences to see their greatest challenges as opportunities. “As I look back, it’s crazy how I got here,” he says. “But it didn’t seem tough at the time.…
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.
Former Chairman and CEO, Aetna, Inc., Director of Verizon Communications Inc. and Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company
Mark Bertolini’s tenure as CEO at Aetna shows how inspired corporate leadership can invest in its employees, drive a higher level of customer service all while delivering a 629% total…
Leadership Speaker, Former Google & Facebook Marketer, & Author of "Lean Out"
Marissa Orr is a former Google & Facebook executive, bestselling author, and leadership speaker. Spending 15 years working at today’s top tech giants, she has conducted talks for thousands of…
President and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments & Chairman of DreamWorks Animation
Mellody Hobson has been the Co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, an investment management firm, since 2019 and President and Director since 2000. She has also served as Chair of the…
Native American Writer, Speaker and Correspondent at Native News Online
Mark Charles is a dynamic and thought-provoking public speaker, writer, and consultant. The son of an American woman (of Dutch heritage) and a Navajo man, Mark speaks with insight into…
Award-Winning Conservative Columnist & Best-Selling Author; Founder of Hot Air
Michelle Malkin is a conservative blogger, syndicated columnist, author and Fox News Channel contributor.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Investigative Reporter for the New York Times & Co-Author of "She Said"
Megan Twohey is a prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times who has focused much of her attention on the treatment of women and children. In 2017, she and…
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…
Singer, Actress & Advocate. Currently in "This Is Us"
A Grammy and Golden Globe nominated actress, singer and songwriter—Mandy Moore continues to enjoy versatility in a career marked by memorable performances in primetime television, independent features, and studio films.…
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…
Native American Photographer
Matika Wilbur, a visual storyteller from the Swinomish and Tulalip peoples of coastal Washington, for the past five years has been traveling and photographing Indian Country in pursuit of one…
Internationally Renowned Choreographer and Director. Co-Founder of Kinjaz & Kinjaz Dojo, currently on NBC's World of Dance
Mike Song first gained recognition as a choreographer for the group, Kaba Modern, a finalist for Season 1 of America’s Best Dance Crew. Since then he has embarked on a…
Award-Winning Writer/Editor and Editor In Chief of Allure
Award-winning writer/editor/speaker Michelle Lee has been the Editor in Chief of Allure since 2015. She is the former Editor in Chief of NYLON, NYLON Guys, and nylon.com. In 2015, she…
Actor, Producer and Director
Mario Van Peebles is an film director and actor. He brings a unique perspective to his work as an actor, director and producer having been born in Mexico to legendary…
Domestic Violence Survivor, Activist & Author
Mildred D. Muhammad is an Awarded Global Recognized Keynote Speaker, Speaker for the US Dept of State, Certified Consultant w/Office on Victims of Crime, CNN Contributor, Domestic Abuse Survivor, Advocate,…
Stand-Up Comedian, Author, Actor, and Recovering Addict Since 1988
Clean and sober since 1988, Mark Lundholm is a former criminal, mental patient, homeless wino, resident in a halfway house who started poking fun at the insanity his life had…
New York Times Bestselling Author, Vlogger, TedTalker and Change Agent
Mel Robbins is one of the world’s most widely booked and followed podcast hosts and authors.
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,…
Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. From 2009-2013 and Author of New York Times Best Seller "Ally"
Dr. Michael B. Oren is an accomplished author, and an avid historian and is the Abba Eban Chair of International Diplomacy at the Interdisciplinary Center, Herzliya Lauder School of Government,…
British Journalist and Entrepreneur
Milo Yiannopoulos is a British journalist and entrepreneur. Yiannopoulos founded The Kernel, an online tabloid magazine about technology, which he sold to Daily Dot Media in 2014. He rose to…
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…
Author, Speaker, Consultant and Founder and Executive Director of Us Foundation
Marilyn Tam, Ph.D. is a Speaker, Author, Consultant, Board Certified Executive/Corporate Coach, CEO of Marilyn Tam & Co. and Founder and Executive Director of Us Foundation. She was formerly the…
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…