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FOX Business Network anchor and Author

Melissa Francis joined FOX Business Network (FBN) as an anchor in January 2012. She is the host of "MONEY with Melissa Francis" (5 PM/ET & 12 AM/ET), a program that…

Nationally Known Suicide Prevention and Postvention Speaker and Trainer

Frank King Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years is a Corporate Comedian syndicated humor columnist.  

Best-Selling Author of "Play Like A Man Win Like A Woman"

"Love the Game" -With those words Gail Evans concludes one of the most successful and influential books about women in the workplace. Ironically, many women did not even know the…

TED Speaker, "Saturday Night Live" Alum and Cancer Survivor

Julia Sweeney joined the cast of "Saturday Night Live" during the 1990-91 season.She is known for her wide-ranging characters.  

First Cancer Survivor to Summit Everest

With only one functioning lung, a prognosis of fourteen days to live, and being in a medically-induced coma for a year, Sean Swarner is the first cancer survivor to stand…

The Immortality of Influence: Believing Every Child Can Achieve Their Dreams

"Every child needs someone to be crazy about them." These are the words of Salome Thomas-EL, award-winning teacher and principal, and nationally recognized educator. They shape his life-long commitment to…

Former Co-host of ABC's "The View" lawyer

Star Jones (Reynolds) a lawyer and former prosecutor is known to television viewers for her candor confidence.

"Inside every human being a CHAMPION heart beats"!

Presentations Living Life Large - Getting the Most Out of Your Life This program begins with the foundational belief that "Inside every human being a CHAMPION heart beats"! Jim takes…

CEO, Business Consultant, and Award Winning Expert Helping People Unleash Their Success

Debra Pestrak's life didn't start out remarkable. In fact, she understood at an early age that if she wanted anything in life she was going to have to work hard…

Two-time Olympic gold medalist; US Rowing Team Coxwain

Mary Whipple is a three time Olympian, she is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in the London 2012 and the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and winning Silver in her first appearance…

Good Jazz Is Not As Bad As It Sounds

Chris was born in 1939 and took up playing clarinet at the age of 15, having been a member of the school recorder band since he was 11. After leaving…

The Challenge of the Iditarod

Jeff is known for his dynamic, motivational and entertaining public speaking.

Author

Gerry O'Brion is a marketing keynote speaker and author who translates big brand strategies into knowledge that any business can use to win in the marketplace. Gerry's presentations drive growth…

Paleontologist

Paul Sereno, Professor and National Geographic Explorer, works in his Fossil Lab at the University of Chicago, resurrecting creatures long extinct. His field exploits began in the foothills of the…

From Foster Care to Success author

Derek Clark spent 13 years of his life in the Alameda County foster care system and now shares his inspiring story of resilience and redemption throughout the world.Derek Clark knows…

comedian and magician

Dana Daniels Presentations After Dinner Entertainment Dana keeps the laughs going at a speedy clip using his trusty side kick Luigi the Psychic Parrot. Yes, you read correctly -- a…

Pe4k Per4mance Expert Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker

As the founder of Platinum Performance Global Delatorro is an internationally renowned Peak Performance Expert keynote speaker.

TV Correspondent and Author of "First You Cry"

Betty Rollin is a TV correspondent, an accomplished author and a captivating speaker. A former correspondent for NBC News, her special reports for Nightly News included a series on the…

Force Recon Marine, Pro MMA Champion, Author, Founder of Mighty Oaks Foundation

Chad is a former Force Recon Marine and DoD Contractor with eight deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) Task Force. After overcoming his personal…

Employee Engagement Expert, Corporate Executive Gone Rogue and Keynote Speaker

Jason Lauritsen is a keynote speaker, author and consultant who will challenge you to think differently.He is an employee engagement and performance management expert who passionately believes that work can…

Survival Skills for Personal Crisis and Challenges

In addition to owning her own business and working as a speech coach and account executive for a television station and film company, Tamara Hall has worked as a college…

journalist

Shane Snow is an award-winning tech and media entrepreneur, journalist, and global explorer who has helped expose gun traffickers and government corruption, climbed up abandoned buildings around the world, eaten…

2007 World Champion, 2-time National Champion, and Olympic Medalist

Margaret Hoelzer is proof that if you put your mind to it anything is possible. Overcoming sexual abuse as a child Hoelzer rose to the top in her sport of…

Harvard-educated Executive Dealmaker, Billion-dollar Generator

Chad E. Foster is a motivational keynote speaker, sales/finance leader.  

Olympic Gold Medalist; Goalie, 1980 U.S. "Miracle on Ice" Hockey Team; Owner, President & CEO of Gold Medal Strategies

Jim Craig is best known as the backbone of the 1980 Olympic Gold Medal Hockey Team, whose 'Miracle' win was voted by Sports Illustrated as the greatest moment in sports…

Sales Velocity: Selling to Today's Informed Buyers

A poor upbringing from one of the roughest areas of Chicago didn't stop Victor from earning a B.S. Electrical Engineering, an MBA and building a 20-year career as a top…

Digital Influencer for PragerU, Media Personality, Political Commentator, and Podcaster

Will is an internationally recognized digital influencer and best-selling author who got his start..

Inspiration For The Movie "The Pursuit of Happyness", A Rags-to-Riches Story: From Homelessness to Wall Street

Chris Gardner is an entrepreneur, international best-selling author and award winning film producer. Gardner's autobiography.

Author

Dr. Randy Ross is a compelling communicator, craftsman of culture and bestselling author of multiple books, including his latest book entitled, Relationomics: Business Powered by Relationships.  

NBA Mindset Coach, 2x Best-Selling Author and Top 50 Worldwide Motivational Speaker

David has developed the formula to sustaining greatness in an ever-changing world.  

Associate Professor at the University of BC, Award Winning Teacher and Researcher and TEDx Keynote Speaker

Dr. Holder earned his Ph.D. at the University of California at Berkeley. He then completed his postdoctoral training at the Brain Research Institute at UCLA where he conducted brain transplants…

Achieving Personal and Corporate Excellence

Brian Tracy is Chairman and CEO of Brian Tracy International, a company specializing in the training and development of individuals and organizations.  

successful International Business Intelligence

Dawnna St Louis is the CEO of Next Up Now, an Innovation Consultancy.

Motivational Speaker, Professional Adventurer and Founder of 4 Companies

Debra is a British professional adventurer and serial entrepreneur. Best known for rowing solo across the Atlantic....

Google Certified Innovator, Bestselling Author, International Trainer, and Keynote Speaker.

Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2010 in Sonoma County, where she taught for 16 years.…

Change Enthusiast

Cassandra Worthy is the world's leading expert on Change Enthusiasm . She is lighting the world on fire with her refreshingly unique take on not just 'managing' but growing through…

Yosemite to Everest to Meru

Conrad Anker is a climber's climber, at home on a faraway alpine wall or the sparkling ice of his home canyon, Hyalite, located in the Gallatin Range of southwestern Montana.…

Three-time MVP and Two-time Playoff MVP of Pro Basketball

The boy who became "Dr. J" began life in a public housing project, but his talent, hard work and determination were to take him a long way.

serving as an English teacher, tennis coach, student council advisor, and high school assistant principal

Daniel Patterson is the author of The Assertive Parent (2018), a roadmap for building autonomy and resilience in teenagers...

Co-Founder and CCO (Chief Creative Optimist) of Life is Good

Keynote speaker John Jacobs is co-founder and CCO (Chief Creative Optimist) of Life is Good....

Resilience and Mindset Expert, TEDx Speaker

  Karen M. Allen is a Mindset Expert, TEDx Speaker, and the founder of the 100% Human movement. She is passionate about equipping individuals with the tools and resources to…

Olympic Gymnast & Gold medalist, Strong outspoken Advocate, and"Dancing With the Stars" contestant

Aly Raisman is a gold-medal-winning Olympic gymnast who captained the U.S. team to victories in 2012 and 2016. She has won six Olympic medals overall, and was a member of…

Leading A Life of Legacy

Popular motivator, mentor, and inspirational speaker, Rabbi Daniel Cohen's unique blend of authenticity, humor, wisdom, and insight helps anyone better navigate contemporary society and lead a life of legacy. Engaging…

comedian, Speaker

Beloved comedian Jessica Holmes has been a perennial favourite on Royal Canadian Air Farce for 15 years....

Brigadier General (Ret), US Army, Author, Speaker

Are you prepared and determined to take your team to the next level of excellence...

Create high performing teams by transforming managers into leaders

Fahd Alhattab is an award-winning leadership speaker, coach, and consultant. Using humor, storytelling, and actionable advice, Fahd will inspire audiences to become leaders who build teams that last. Fahd's path…

Award Winning Educator, STEAM Innovation Expert and Best Selling Author

Brian Aspinall is a leading educator, best selling author and is considered one of the brightest STEM innovators in education. He is the founder of Code Breaker Inc...

actor

Colorado native Ross Marquand received his BFA in Theatre from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Shortly thereafter, he moved to Los Angeles and quickly garnered attention in several film…

Corporate and Motivational Entertainer

Tom Pesce is one of the country's most sought after corporate and motivational entertainers. His long client list includes companies such as Duracell, Asia Bank, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, Nasdaq, Neuberger…

The Power to Stand

Everyone faces change and challenges, but no one should be defined by them. Chris suffered a severe spinal cord injury playing college football and was told he would never walk…