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Former Chef to British Royalty

Darren McGrady was chef to Queen Elizabeth II, Diana, Princess of Wales and Princes William.

Dan Howie

Extreme Sport

Howie, previously a chartered surveyor, originally had the idea to row the Atlantic after meeting James Cracknell,

Performance Coach, Leader & TV Personality

Dana Cavalea spent 12 years with the New York Yankees Organization, many of those years as  the Director...

College Football Analyst, ESPN Networks

Danny Kanell is a college football analyst for ESPN networks and co-host of the weekday ESPN Radio program Russillo & Kanell. He joined ESPN in 2010 as a college football…

Deion Sanders

Head Football Coach at Jackson State University

Pro Football Hall of Famer, Deion Sanders, is the 21st Head Football Coach at Jackson State University and can currently be seen across several NFL Network television series, including 21st…

President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers

With unparalleled expertise and enthusiasm, Morey provides insights into how leaders can introduce new analytics practices to their organizations. Audiences learn tactics to better structure their own organization’s teams, assets,…

Derek Hough | PDA Speakers

Six-Time Dancing with the Stars Champion and Judge, NBC's World of Dance

Season after season, millions of fans tuned into Dancing with the Stars to watch Derek Hough, the talented, consummate competitor whose skill and commitment made him the show's all-time champion. Whether he…

David Samson | PDA Speakers

Former Sports Executive & Entrepreneur

Drawing on his years of experience as President of the Miami Marlins, David Samson shares the practical and often counterintuitive lessons he learned managing a complex organization and its many…

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, NFL linebacker, Author and host of of CNBC’s Adventure Capitalists

Dhani Jones is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, NFL linebacker, author and host who began his career in the NFL, playing with the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Cincinnati Bengals.

Draymond Green | PDA Speakers

Power Forward, Golden State Warriors

Born and raised in Saginaw, Draymond Green long had dreams of playing for Michigan State.

Dr. Bennet Omalu

First to Discover & Diagnose Chronic Brain Damage in NFL Athletes; Subject of 2015 Film "Concussion"

Dr. Bennet Omalu brings to the stage a rare combination of humility and fervor, as he shares his story of going from humble beginnings in war-torn Nigeria to becoming one…

Drew Brees | PDA Speakers

NBC Sports Football Analyst; Retired NFL Quarterback; Former Super Bowl MVP-Winning Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints

Drew Brees is the 2009 Super Bowl MVP-‐winning quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. A native of Austin, TX, Brees attended Westlake High School and lettered in football, basketball, and…

Dewey Bozella | PDA Speakers

Arthur Ashe Courage Award Winner & Boxer

Bozella candidly discusses his tragic story of injustice and the perseverance, courage and faith that led to his long overdue exoneration.

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…

Israeli-American Professional Basketball Coach

David Blatt is an Israeli American professional basketball coach and a former professional basketball player. He is former the head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association.…

Baseball Legend, Two-Time Cancer Survivor, Autism Spokesperson, Community Outreach Advocate, and New York Times Best-Selling Author

Darryl Strawberry is described as a legend by many who have been dazzled by the dynamics of his game, the power he possessed at the plate and the story of…

Former NFL Miami Dolphins Quarterback

Success in business, as on a football field, starts with leadership and productivity -- two areas in which Dan Marino ranks second to none. He was the undisputed field general…

Self-Help Author, Former World Champion Gymnast & Coach

Dan Millman a former world champion gymnast, Stanford University coach, martial arts instructor, and Oberlin College professor — is author of 16 books published in 29 languages. His best-known work,…

Former Captain and Shortstop of the New York Yankees and Co-Owner & CEO of the Miami Marlins

Derek Jeter, a five-time World Series champion Turn 2 Foundation. For the duration of the evening, Jeter was joined on-stage by Fox News lead analyst and former MLB second baseman…

Former NFL Head Coach, 2000 Super Bowl Winner; Season Entrepreneur and Vinter

Dick Vermeil is a Super Bowl winning coach who spent 15 seasons as an NFL head coach with the Eagles, Rams and Chiefs. Vermeil began his NFL career in 1976…

NFL on FOX Broadcaster; Has Covered the NBA Finals, Superbowl, MLB Playoffs, and NCAA Tournament

With 45 years of broadcasting experience, Dick Stockton is undoubtedly one of the greatest announcers of his generation. Having covered many of the most memorable sporting events of the past…

Physician, Author, and Former Medical Correspondent for ABC News and NBC News

For almost three decades Dr. Nancy Snyderman has combined careers as a head and neck cancer surgeon, network television correspondent, and advisor to Fortune 500 corporations and is one of…

Military Veteran, Purple Heart and Bronze Star Recipient, NY Times Bestselling Author ("Rise"), Wide Receiver & NFL Draftee

Daniel Rodriguez has quite a story, but before we introduce you to the modern day man, let’s take a trip back in time.

NBA Great Both On and Off the Court

David Robinson, a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with a degree in mathematics, spent 14 years in the NBA with the San Antonio Spurs. He was inducted into the…

Sportscaster, Radio Personality and Actor. Host of the Nationally Syndicated "Dan Patrick Show"

Legendary multi-platform sports host Dan Patrick entertains America every weekday morning on The Dan Patrick Show. The program is simulcast live on TV on DIRECTV's Audience Channel and on Fox…

Record-Breaking Endurance Athlete & Sports Journalist & Broadcaster. First Person to Successfully Swim from Cuba to Florida Without the Protection of a Shark Cage

At the age of 64, in her fifth and final attempt, Diana Nyad successfully fulfilled her lifelong dream of completing the 110-mile swim from Cuba to Florida on September 2,…

1996 Olympic Decathlon Champion, TV Personality, Motivational Speaker, Author and Coach

Millions of Americans proudly watched Dan O’Brien win the 1996 Olympic Gold Medal to become the first American winner in the sport since 1976. As an Olympic Gold Medalist in…

Ultramarathon Man and Author of Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner, which details ultra endurance running for the general public

TIME magazine named him as one of the "Top 100 Most Influential People in the World." Men's Fitness hailed him as the fittest man on the planet. An internationally recognized…

Retired American Speed Skater. A multiple world champion in sprint and perennial favorite at the Winter Olympics

Dan Jansen, Olympic gold medalist, rejoins NBC as the speed skating analyst during the network's coverage of the 2006 Olympic Winter Games. The Torino Games will be Jansen's third Olympic…

Professor Emeritus at UC Berkeley, Civic Activist

Dr. Harry Edwards was born in St. Louis but grew up in East Saint Louis, Illinois. After an outstanding athletic career at East St. Louis High, he graduated in 1960…

Former Football Player; ABC and CBS Color Analyst

Dan Dierdorf excelled as an offensive lineman for 13 seasons from 1971 through 1983. He seemed destined for stardom from the moment he joined the St. Louis Cardinals as a…

Former Professional Baseball Player, Cancer Survivor & Author of "Comeback"

Dave Draveckys story is one of hope, courage and perseverance in the midst of dark and overwhelming uncertainty. In 1988 Dave was at the top of his game and life.…

Olympic Gold Medal-Winning Gymnast, Former Co-Chair of President Obama's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition

Dominique Dawes is best known for her tremendous success as an Olympic gymnast who competed in three Olympic Games, winning team medals in all three Olympic Games becoming the only…

Former American football linebacker who played for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League

Motivational speaker Dick Butkus, All-time great linebacker for the Chicago Bears and member of the pro football Hall of Fame. Known more for his intensity and ferocity as a pro…