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Appointed by Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani, Dr. Neal L. Cohen served as the Commissioner of Health of New York City.

Nikki Greenberg is a futurist and thought leader in the real estate industry. As Founder of Real Estate of the Future,

As many children do, Geraldine Brooks grew up devouring tales from faraway lands, replete with landscapes.

Jeff Belanger is an author, adventurer and one of the most visible paranormal researchers today.

Frank Casey is a 45-year finance veteran, with experience in both alternative investments.

Remember when Elvis asked Nixon if he could be in the DEA? A rock musician with high-level security clearance.

Brian Baumgartner became a household name as 'Kevin Malone,' on NBC's Emmy-winning series.

Selected in 1985 by the late Mrs. Coretta Scott King to edit and publish the papers.

As the cover of Jeff Bauman’s New York Times bestseller, Stronger reads: “I saw the bomber.

Rod Beckstrom is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor, well-known cybersecurity authority, internet leader.

Danielle Butin, MPH, OTR is the Founder and Executive Director of the Afya Foundation,

Jaimy Szymanski is a research analyst, author, speaker, and advisor,

Samantha Heller is a registered dietitian and exercise physiologist with a dual Master of Science degree in nutrition.

"Father Gregory was terrific! Wow day 2 was amazing and Fr. Gregory just brought.

Dr. Keisha N. Blain is one of the most innovative and influential young historians of her generation. Her research and writing examine the dynamics of race, gender and politics in…

In a word, Dave Pelzer embodies Esprit: Spirit, Humor & Wit. As a child, his resilience enabled him to overcome extreme life-threatening obstacles.

Michael Chorost is an up-and-coming technology theorist with an unusual perspective.

Seema Yasmin is an Emmy Award-winning medical journalist, public health physician, professor, CNN analyst and author.

Josh Klein is a passionate hacker of all things. He examines systems, he takes them apart,

Known as “The Voice of New York,” Angie Martinez is the reigning queen of radio.

Betty Buckley, who has been called “The Voice of Broadway,” is one of theater’s most respected.

Former CNN Asia Correspondent Mike Chinoy is a Non-Resident Senior Fellow.

Hal Elrod is on a mission to elevate the consciousness of humanity, one morning at a time.

Haitian-born actress Garcelle Beauvais immigrated to the United States at the age of seven with her mother and sisters.

Desmond Clark was not predisposed to be successful.

Rod Blagojevich has lived an interesting life, to say the least. He was the Governor of Illinois.

Ever since he was a little boy, Dr. Leroy Chiao wanted to explore the galaxy.

Douglas Reeves is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions, a non-profit with the mission to improve educational opportunities.

Gladys Knight began performing gospel music at age four in her Mount Mariah Baptist Church.

Matthew Boger describes the haunting details of one of his darkest moments in his young life.

Soren Kaplan is a bestselling and award-winning author, a Columnist for Inc. Magazine,

Greg is a best-selling author, speaker, and entrepreneur, currently an advisor and consultant to top companies on customer experience.

For one of the most successful Black executives in the country, Larry Miller’s life seemed amazing.

Best-selling author Christy Beam shares a message of hope, faith, and love told against her family’s amazing real-life experience...

Todd Caponi is the author of the best-selling and 3x award-winning book.

A familiar voice to NPR listeners, Tamara Keith is a White House correspondent and co-host of the NPR Politics Podcast

Raye Charles Robinson Jr. is a seasoned Financial Advisor with Fraser Financial Group / Mass Mutual in Beverly Hills California.

Austin Hatch's story is one of tragedy, incomprehensible loss and triumph. On Labor Day of 2003, Hatch and his family were flying from northern Michigan to Ft. Wayne, Indiana.

Stephen is from Johannesburg, South Africa. He obtained his degree in Finance and worked in some of the large South African banks. In order to expand his career, Stephen went…

Roberta (Robbie) Kaplan, a partner in the Litigation Department of Paul, Weiss LLP, has been described as a “powerhouse corporate litigator” and “pressure junkie” who “thrives on looking at the…

Kuda is the Co-Founder & CMO of Nunbelievable, a mission-based baked goods company that donates a meal for every cookie sold. The company has donated over 1 million meals to…

Jeff Havens is not your typical business growth expert. His uncanny ability to provide actionable answers to today’s business

Joe Katz moved to Los Angeles from New York where he reported on fashion trends for a variety of large media.

Dr. Devorah Heitner is the authority that parents turn to for empowering, research-based advice

David McDonald has observed firsthand the exodus out of hundreds of cities, many over a period of several decades. He observed what cities did to try and regain their lost…

Jim Gray started his career as an intern and a video tape editor back in 1977. Working his way up the ranks, Gray established himself quickly and has been a…

Jason Bishop has starred in two of his own Off-Broadway shows, “Jason Bishop

Nicole’s passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining what doing “Woman’s Work”.

What does it take to stay creative and innovative for 30 straight years? What lessons can be drawn from the process and group dynamics of a hit TV show? How…

Jason Hewlett’s speaking career began following the performance of his popular One-Man Show at a corporate event.