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Transgender Activist, Actor & TED Resident
Samy Nour Younes Figaredo is a proud multi-hyphenate
Writer, Actor, Director, Entrepreneur and Whistle-Blowe
McGowan then appeared in the 1996 hit horror film "Scream" and starring alongside Ben Affleck in the 1997 thriller feature.
Author
Tina McElroy Ansa is a novelist, publisher, filmmaker, teacher and journalist.
Gay Student Activist
Jonathan Perry is a graduate of Johnson C. Smith University,
Emmy Award-Winning Actor Currently Starring on "Queen Sugar"
Dondré Terrell Whitfield is an actor best known for his role in Queen Sugar.
Acclaimed Author / Psychologist
Boyd is a member of the National Black Women's Health Project.
Physician / Author / Social Educator
A man of substance, grace, and wisdom, Dr. Henry Foster has traveled an admirable path.
National Executive Director of The Black Think Tank
Dr. Julia Hare is widely regarded as one of the most dynamic...
Activist & Sexuality Educator
Ericka Hart is a Black Queer Femme activist, writer, highly acclaimed speaker, and award-winning sexuality educator.
Author, Film Producer Known for "Hidden Colors" Series
Tariq Nasheed is an American film producer, pickup artist, and conspiracy theorist.
Actress Known for her Role as Miranda Hobbes on HBO's "Sex and the City"; Former Candidate for Governor of New York
Cynthia Nixon is an actress and activist known for portraying tenacious lawyer Miranda Hobbes in HBO's celebrated series, "Sex and the City," a role that garnered her Emmy nominations and…
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…
Psychotherapist & Host of Where Should We Begin? and How's Work?
Esther Perel has devoted her entire professional life to helping people build thriving relationships. She believes that the quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.
Best-Selling Author of Best Sellers such as "Waiting to Exhale" and "How Stella Got Her Groove Back"
One of today's most important novelists, Terry McMillan has always written from an honest place, creating fresh, lively, and often poignant works that are enthralling and inspirational tonic for many…
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…
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…
Matchmaker on BRAVO's "The Millionaire Matchmaker" & Relationship Blogger
Raised in Guam before moving to California, David Cruz's first experience with matchmaking was when he appeared as a dater on Season 3 of The Millionaire Matchmaker. After the show,…
Founder of the Millionaire's Club and Star of Bravo's "Millionaire Matchmaker"
Patti Stanger is the star and executive producer of Bravo's hit docu-series The Millionaire Matchmaker. The show has gained record-breaking viewership and captured a worldwide following for Stanger. She is…
CEO, Ferrazzi Greenlight and New York Times Best-Seller Who's Got Your Back and Never Eat Alone
Keith Ferrazzi can help: He is the world’s foremost expert in professional relationship development. He has transformed the lives and careers of clients and readers worldwide, bringing 20 years of…
Actress, Activist and Spokesmodel
A dynamic performer, actress and spokesmodel with distinctive style and quick wit, Africa Miranda won the hearts of many across the US and around the globe as the breakout star…
National Syndicated TV Show Personality on "Paternity Court" and Host of HGTV’s "Spice Up My Kitchen"
Multi-faceted television personality, Lauren Lake, is a certified Renaissance woman who doesn't just talk the talk when it comes to life, love, law and living. As the judge on the…
Award-Winning Reporter and Culture-Critic
Jimi Izrael is an award-winning reporter and culture-critic from Shaker Heights, Ohio who currently moderates “The Barbershop” for National Public Radio’s “Tell Me More with Michel Martin” and blogs “The Hardline”…
CEO of Notional, Co-founder of CollegeHumor, CEO of CollegeHumor and Vimeo Co-Founder
Keynotes by Ricky Van Veen provide insightful information about the relationship of people and the type of content they consume online. Van Veen's interest in comedy led him to co-found…
Noted Afrocentric Author & Psychologist
Dr. Na'im Akbar has been acclaimed by Essence Magazine as "one of the world's preeminent Psychologists and a pioneer in the development of an African-centered approach in modern psychology." Akbar…
Grammy Nominated Singer and Actress, Known for "Soul Food" and "Ugly Betty"
Throughout her performing career, Vanessa Williams has maintained a reputation as one of the most respected and multi-faceted entertainers in the world, amassing one accomplishment after another. She has conquered…
Psychotherapist, Specialists in Eating Disorders, Weight Regulation and Body Image in the country, she is the creator of B.I.T.E. The Body Image Transformation Experience Workshop
Fran Weiss is on the Board of Directors of the International Board for Certification of Group Psychotherapists of the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA) as well as the eating disorder…
Former Editor-in-Chief of Cosmopolitan, New York Times Best-Selling Author, and Expert on Leadership and Success
Kate White is the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of thirteen novels of suspense: eight Bailey Weggins mysteries, including the just released Such a Perfect Wife, and five standalone…
The Real World: Brooklyn and Host of "The Art of Connection", a web series looking to experts from across the globe on how to the live your most fulfilled life
Baya Voce's business journey started as a cast member on MTV's The Real World where her interest in relationships was nurtured. She transformed her TV exposure into an entrepreneurial adventure,…
Nationally Recognized Relationship Expert, Author, and Trainer
Dr Brenda Wade, nationally recognized relationship expert, author, and trainer creator and founder of the Love, Money & Seva Seminars and Power Coaching and Training International, Dr. Wade ignites change…
Best-selling author, acclaimed speaker and teacher, and award-winning visionary and activist. Daughter of Alice Walker
Time Magazine named Rebecca Walker one of the fifty most influential American leaders under forty because of her transformative views on race, gender, sexuality and power-an award which has been…
Accomplished Drummer and Author. In recent years Varone garnered worldwide attention on VH1’s hit show Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew and Strange Sex on the Discovery Channel
Phil Varone is an accomplished drummer, music producer and songwriter best known for his work with the bands Saigon Kick, Skid Row, Prunella Scales and currently the drummer for Jake…
Relationship, Communication Expert and Best-Selling Author
Deborah Tannen is University Professor and Professor of Linguistics at Georgetown University and author of many books and articles about how the language of everyday conversation affects relationships. She is…
TV Personality, Lawyer, Author, Arbitrator on "Divorce Court"
Judge Lynn Toler is currently the host of the nationally syndicated and Emmy Nominated television show, Divorce Court. She is a graduate of Harvard University and The University of Pennsylvania…
Long-Time Activist Against Sexual Violence and a Radical-Feminist Philosopher of Gender. He is the former managing editor of AARP The Magazine
John Stoltenberg is a long-time activist against sexual violence and a radical-feminist philosopher of gender. In addition to creative writing, Stoltenberg is the author of Refusing to Be a Man:…
Award-Winning Actor, Columnist, Radio, TV Personality and Author
During the span of seven years award-winning columnist, Mi-Ling Stone Poole wrote a weekly syndicated lifestyles and decorating column entitled, “Ask Mi-Ling.” Her column was featured in The Oklahoman and…
Bestselling & Beloved Author of "The Notebook," "A Walk to Remember" & More
In 1994, rejected by both publishers and law schools, Nicholas Sparks was a job-jumping salesman who wrote in the evenings. Then, against all odds, his manuscript was discovered in the…
Dating Expert and from MTV's The Real World: Brooklyn. Co-host of Love At First Swipe on TLC
Devyn Simone is a dating expert, matchmaker, and the executive producer, co-creator, and co-host of Love At First Swipe on TLC.
Inspiring Speaker for Youth Programs for School and College Audiences
With humor and piercing insight, Wendy Shalit invites us to look beyond the blush and consider the new power to be found in an old ideal. She maintains that the…
Best-Selling Author, Singer/Songwriter, Eating Disorder and Trauma Advocate
Jenni Schaefer is one of the foremost motivational speakers of her generation. She has carried her message of self-acceptance and triumph over adversity to the campuses of Harvard and Yale,…
Trusted Health and Wellness Advocate and Host of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew
Dr. Drew Pinsky is a practicing physician, Board Certified in Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Addiction Medicine. Pinsky starred in the hit reality series Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew…
An Evening With Def Poetry
The acclaimed late-night series RUSSELL SIMMONS PRESENTS DEF POETRY. Poets to be selected from the following: Suheir, Black Ice, Poetri, Stacey Ann Chin, Lemon, Beau Sia, Mayda and the best…
Actress, Choreographer, Activist and Talk Show Host
Rosie Perez, a actress, community activist, talk show host, author, dancer, and choreographer. Her film breakthrough was in Spike Lee's Do the Right Thing (1989). She followed this with White…
Veteran Media Personality & TV Host
SuChin Pak is most proud of her work as the host and co-producer of the documentary series, “My Life Translated.” A personal, narrative doc series for MTV, the show follows…
Former Moderator of Lead Story on the BET Network and Author
Whether it’s on television, radio, before audiences, or one-on-one, Cheryl Martin is passionate about being an effective communicator. During this exciting season of life, Cheryl’s desire is to cultivate every…
Internationally Acclaimed Writer, Motivational Speaker, and Corporate Trainer. She has spoken, consulted, and conducted training programs in every major city in the US and many abroad
Leil Lowndes is an internationally recognized communications expert who specializes in the subconscious interactions that take place in all interpersonal communications. She has spoken and conducted hundreds of seminars for…
Relationship Expert and Author of Good Girls Guide to Great Sex; Sex, Intimacy and Lying about Love
Thom King, published author, photojournalist, lecturer and documentary video producer. He has written 7 titles for Random House (New York) & Castle Ring Books (New York/Chicago). He has also produced…
Author of Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs and NYT Magazine Ethicist
Chuck Klosterman is the bestselling author of eight books of nonfiction (including Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs; But What If We’re Wrong?; and Chuck Klosterman X) and two novels (Downtown…
Pioneering Activist, Advertising Researcher, Filmmaker & Writer
Jean Kilbourne is internationally recognized for her groundbreaking work on the image of women in advertising and her critical studies of alcohol and tobacco advertising. Her films, lectures, and television…
Keynote Speaker and Media Expert. Dr. Gregory Jantz is recognized as the founder of the whole-person care model
Today, more than ever, people long to hear the voice of hope, and that is precisely what Dr. Gregory Jantz represents to thousands. Audiences know him through his books, his…