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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…
The Grandson of Iconic labor leader and civil rights advocate Cesar Chavez
While Chávez passed away in 1993, his legacy lives on in so many -- but none had the perspective of his grandson, Andrés Chávez.
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.
NFL Quarterback & Activist
Colin Kaepernick is a football quarterback who is currently a free agent. Kaepernick played college football for the University of Nevada in Reno, where he was named the Western Athletic…
Rising Activist, Social Entrepreneur & Media Personality
For three years, Raymond Braun led LGBT marketing and partnerships for YouTube, a role that he originated and that landed him on the Forbes “30 Under 30” list, iMedia top…
Television Host & Culture Expert on the Emmy-winning Netflix Reboot of Queer Eye
Television Host and Culture Expert on the Emmy-winning Netflix reboot of Queer Eye, Karamo Brown says that the key to his success is tapping into the many facets of his…
Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Officer, PepsiCo
Grace Puma is the Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Officer of PepsiCo. In its global portfolio of food and beverage brands, PepsiCo has 22 different brands that generate more…
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Target
Rick Gomez is executive vice president and chief marketing officer for Target and a member of its executive leadership team.
Professor of English and Asian/Asian American Studies and Associate Dean for Humanities and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, University of Connecticut
Cathy J. Schlund-Vials is professor of English and Asian/Asian American studies at the University of Connecticut; she is also the director of the Asian and Asian American Studies Institute at…
Actor & Singer, Known for "Glee"
Alex Newell is a actor and singer. He is best known for his recurring role as Wade "Unique" Adams on Fox's musical comedy-drama Glee, and as being a first season…
Video Producer at BuzzFeed and Director/Cinematographer/Writer/Editor
Ryan Bergara is one of the two main co-hosts for the Buzzfeed Unsolved. He believes in ghosts strongly, and fans of his are called Boogaras. Although he denies it, it…
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…
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.…
Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees
Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis’s New York…
Former NFL Long Snapper, Host, Magician, Advocate
Jon Dorenbos played 14 seasons in the NFL, notably making the Pro Bowl twice as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2016, Jon competed on America’s Got Talent where…
Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor & Amputee
On April 15, 2013, what is referred to as Marathon Monday in Boston, Heather Abbott of Newport, RI set out on an annual tradition with six friends. They would attend…
Inspirational Speaker and World Blind Golf Champion
At 19, Jeremy Poincenot was your typical college sophomore. Friends, sports, fraternity and most importantly, perfect 20/20 vision. Then it happened with no warning, no time to prepare, life began…
Award-Winning Actress
Angela Bassett’s talent and abilities as an actress, director and executive producer in both television and film have garnered well-deserved respect and acclaim from peers and fans, proving her to…
Business and Technology Correspondent, NBC News
Jo Ling Kent is a correspondent at NBC News covering business, technology and general news for the TODAY show, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, and MSNBC. Previously, she covered…
Civil Rights Activist, Law Professor & Attorney to the Trayvon Martin and Michael Brown Families
Jasmine Rand is not only a, professor, national legal analyst, international legal consultant, lecturer, columnist and civil rights leader, she is also the founding attorney of RAND LAW, L.L.C., a…
Actor, Model & TV Host; Known for "Crazy Rich Asians"
Henry Golding is a British–Malaysian actor, model and television host. He rose to prominence after his leading role in Jon M. Chu's 2018 film "Crazy Rich Asians."
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…
Indigenous Entrepreneur, Speaker, Activist
Gabrielle Scrimshaw is a young professional who’s passion is to create social impact. Born and raised in Northern Saskatchewan, Gabrielle is a proud member of the Hatchet Lake First Nation.…
Investment Banker, Filmmaker, Owner & Founder of Red-Horse Native Productions
Valerie Red-Horse Mohl, Director and Producer of MANKILLER, is of Cherokee ancestry and the owner/founder of Red-Horse Native Productions, Inc. Red-Horse Mohl and her company have become the preeminent collaborator…
Speaker on Diversity, Multicultural Communication, American Indian and Navajo Culture
Chris Kyselka brings her unique perspective, experience and value to companies and organizations. She is an expert in the areas of cultural diversity, American Indian culture, multicultural communication, leadership as…
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…
Native American Singer-Songwriter and Actor
Named one of the Top 5 Indian-Americans to watch in Hollywood, Anand Bhatt [pronounced ONN-INN BOTT] was born in Chicago. He is the younger child of two children from a…
First Female Native-American Federal Judge
Diane Humetewa is a member of the Hopi Indian Tribe located in northeastern Arizona. She was the U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona from 2006 - 2009. She was…
Social Justice Education Scholar, Nationally Renowned Speaker, Spoken Word Artist, and Educational Consultant
Jamila Lyiscott is a social justice education scholar, nationally renowned speaker, spoken word artist, and educational consultant. She was recently appointed as an Assistant Professor of Social Justice Education at…
Award-Winning Native American Actor (Avatar, Heat, Dances with Wolves, Geronimo: An American Legend)
From small-town Oklahoma native to internationally acclaimed actor and musician, Wes Studi credits his passion and multi-faceted background for his powerful character portrayals that forever changed a Hollywood stereotype. Drawing…
ESPN Analyst & Former NBA Player
Jalen Rose is a host of ESPN’s morning show Get Up!, alongside Michelle Beadle and Mike Greenberg. Additionally, Rose has been a studio analyst for NBA Countdown — ABC and…
Content Creator, Journalist, and Internet Personality
Evelyn Ngugi loves to tell hilarious stories online. Evelyn is a video producer, journalist, and Internet personality who is dedicated to highlighting the experiences of women of color. By day,…
Co-Host Weekend 'Today' and MSNBC News Anchor
Craig Melvin is an MSNBC Anchor and NBC News Correspondent. He currently anchors “MSNBC Live” on Saturdays and Sundays, contributes reports for “TODAY,” and fills in as host for Lester…
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.
Native American Speaker, Musician, Activist and Performer
Brian Frejo is a native american motivational speaker, cultural activist, youth advocate, suicide and meth prevention trainer, performer, DJ, actor and photographer.
Native American Actor, Motivational Guest Speaker, Stand-up Comedian and Son of Russell Means
Tatanka Means is an award-winning actor, stand-up comedian and motivational speaker from Chinle, Arizona.
Actress, Motivational Speaker and Winner Mrs. Universe 2015
Ashley Callingbull, Cree First Nations woman from the Enoch Cree Nation in the province of Alberta. She is very devoted to her culture and people, and takes pride in her…
Native American Artist, Musician, and Educator
Bill Miller is an award-winning Native American recording artist, performer, songwriter, activist, painter, and world-class native flute player. Over the entirety, Miller has produced over a dozen albums, received three…
Two time Grammy Winner and Emmy-Recipient
Albita Rodríguez is the most authentic Cuban singer hailing from Havana that has been able to move the world through her music. Albita is “the reincarnation of a 1930's European…
Award-Winning Author, Digital Strategist & Speaker
Luvvie Ajayi is an author, speaker and digital strategist who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology and activism. Why you should listen A 14-year blogging veteran, Luvvie Ajayi is…
Businesswoman, Former Civil Servant and Socialist Politician who served as French Government Minister from 2012 to 2016
Fleur Pellerin founded Korelya Capital in 2016 based in Paris to invest EUR100 million in the high tech industry throughout Europe. Korelya Capital has made four investments, most notably Devialet,…
ABC News Correspondent, Speaker, Mentor and Connector
A seasoned journalist with broadcast experience as a television news anchor, interviewer & host, Adrienne Bankert is currently a national news correspondent with ABC News and the Good Morning America…
Creator and Host of Worth It on @BuzzFeed
Steven Lim is a video producer & filmmaker at BuzzFeed Motion Pictures. He graduated from college with a degree in Chemical Engineering and his first full time gig was making…
Fashion Correspondent, Co-host of New Talk Show "The Real" and Fashion Correspondent for NBC's Today Show
Jeannie Mai is best known as the host of Style Network’s two-time Emmy nominated television series How Do I Look? More than just a typical makeover show, Jeannie empowerd women…
New York Times Best-Selling Author, SportsWriter, Regular Contributor to The Ringer and Previously Featured on Grantland
Shea Serrano is a writer and author, regular contributor to The Ringer and previously featured on Grantland. His most recent book, Basketball (And Other Things), was a #1 New York…
Author, Speaker, Lawyer and Storyteller
Gyasi Ross is first and foremost a father, an uncle, and a big brother. Professionally, he is an essayist and writer, poet, speaker and lawyer. ow to help my folks.”