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Former CEO of Revolution Messaging

A social media innovator and digital storyteller, Scott Goodstein is the architect of two of the most effective, game-changing digital outreach programs of the Internet and Social Media Age.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Morocco & Middle East Foreign Policy Expert

As he travels around the world, Amb. Ginsberg, an expert on Islam, addresses the genesis of Islamic radicalism, its targets, its weaknesses, and how the proliferation and interdiction of terror…

Fortune Anchor & Senior Special Correspondent

Exuding the same poise and confidence so familiar to her millions of viewers, Gharib provides an intelligent and informative presentation covering everything from Wall Street and the economy to leadership…

New York Times Best-Selling Author & Leading Expert on Geopolitics, Markets, and Innovation

Author of the New York Times best-seller The Industries of the Future, Alec Ross has spent years providing guidance for leaders trying to make sense out of our increasingly chaotic world. From artificial…

CNN Political Contributor and Author

Hoover, a moderate Republican, connects with a new generation of Americans as she breathes new life and a fresh face into the GOP. Socially liberal, fiscally conservative, and a descendant…

Dan Harris | PDA Speakers

New York Times Best-Selling Author and Award-Winning Former ABC News Anchor

In an interactive presentation that includes rich video clips and images, Harris explores the power—and practicality—of meditation, which he believes will be “the next public health revolution.”

Rebecca Jarvis | PDA Speakers

Emmy Award-Winning Journalist

Rebecca Jarvis is an Emmy-award winning journalist. She is ABC News’ Chief Business, Technology & Economics Correspondent; the host and creator of The Dropout, a top rated podcast which chronicles…

REV. A.R. Bernard, SR. | PDA Speakers

Author, Teacher, Mentor

Rev. Bernard leads one of the largest congregations in the United States, tens of thousands of followers strong, with another 300,000 radio listeners tuning in faithfully each week on Sirius/XM…

Meghan Mccain

Former Co-Host of The View, Political Columnist, Author & Award-Winning Blogger

Fresh off four-years as a co-host of The View which took the show to a new level of popularity and garnered numerous awards, Meghan McCain brings her passionate perspective on a myriad…

Chuck Todd

Host of Meet The Press & NBC News Political Director

Chuck Todd is one of the most recognizable faces in political reporting today. He helms the venerable Meet the Press (on the air for more than 70 years) where he…

Lior Raz | PDA Speakers

Actor & Screenwriter

Lior Raz possesses a deep understanding of the complexities on the ground in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Jordan Klepper | PDA Speakers

Daily Show Correspondent and Host of Comedy Central’s Klepper

After performing improv for fifteen years, Jordan Klepper learned to challenge himself with the question, "How do I find the comedy in that?” As a result, he mastered using satire…

Miles Taylor

Author, Security Expert, Former CNN Contributor, and Former DHS Chief

Miles Taylor is a public policy leader, bestselling author, and current Senior Fellow at the R St Institute in Washington, DC, where he focuses on emerging technologies and public policy.…

Jessica Tarlov

Democratic Strategist and VP of Bustle Digital Group, Fox News correspondent

If you want to look forward, you want to look there with data scientist and strategist, Jessica Tarlov. With a passion for people and numbers, her future scoping abilities and…

Ali Velshi

Global Affairs and Economics Analyst

Velshi brings his authentic and traditional field reporting together with experiences from his international economic coverage to connect audiences with global trends, and to explain how they cannot just protect…

MichelleI Wolf

Stand-Up Comedian

Michelle Wolf has quickly established herself as a major voice in the comedy world. Wolf’s first hour-long stand-up special Michelle Wolf: Nice Lady, premiered on HBO.The well-reviewed special tackled a wide range…

Kara Swisher | PDA Speaker

Host of Sway, Editor-At-Large of Recode Decode & Pivot Podcasts and the Executive Producer of the Code Conference

Host of Sway, Editor-At-Large of Recode, former host of the Recode Decode & Pivot podcasts, weekly contributing Opinion writer for the New York Times and executive producer of the Code…

Kate Snow | PDA Speakers

Anchor, NBC Nightly News Sunday, Senior National Correspondent, NBC News, and Host of Relentless with Kate Snow

Emmy award-winning news correspondent Kate Snow’s work frequently uncovers the humanity behind today’s headlines.

Billy Eichner | PDA Speakers

Actor, Comedian & Writer

In 2019, Billy Eichner was seen in two Disney features. He voiced the character of Timon in Jon Favreau’s highly-anticipated live action remake of The Lion King opposite Donald Glover,…

Heidi Schreck | PDA Speakers

Tony-Nominated Playwright, Actor & Writer

Heidi Schreck is a 2019 Pulitzer Prize Finalist and Tony nominated playwright, actor, and writer living in Brooklyn.

Alberto Gonzales |PDA Speakers

Former Attorney General of the United States

Alberto Gonzales draws on the strength of his heritage and the insights of his background, examines the privilege of public service and the enduring values of faith, family, and freedom…

Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander & Presidential Candidate

General Wesley Clark tailors each speech to his audience, employing his expertise and scholarly background to relate world events to current business strategies. Intimately aware of the political strategy and…

Rick Wilson

Co-Founder of The Lincoln Project and Bestselling Author, Everything Trump Touches Dies & Running Against the Devil

Rick Wilson is no left-winger. A co-founder of The Lincoln Project, he’s a lifelong conservative who delivers his withering critique of Trump from the right.

Jennifer Robinson | PDA Speakers

Human Rights Attorney

For almost a decade human rights Attorney Jennifer Robinson has represented Julian Assange and WikiLeaks. The case has placed her at the center of the most important and controversial legal…

Frank Bruni | PDA Speakers

New York Times Op-Ed Columnist & Best-Selling Author

From the vantage point of someone who has spent three decades as a professional journalist—the last two of them in high-profile roles at The New York Times—Frank Bruni

Ed Davis

Former Commissioner of the Boston Police Department, Cyber Security & Terrorism Expert, & Fox News Contributor

Commissioner Davis is a natural storyteller with a refreshingly direct and charismatic style. His captivating speeches bring audiences behind the scenes of his experiences during the Boston Bombings, and the…

Arun Chaudhary | PDA Speakers

Digital Storyteller, Official White House Videographer for President Barack Obama, Creative Director for Bernie Sanders’ Presidential Campaign, and Partner at Revolution Messaging

A conservatory-trained filmmaker with a passion for politics, Arun Chaudhary was the first Official White House Videographer, a position created for him at the beginning of the Obama administration. During…

Campbell Brown

Founder of The Seventy Four & Award Winning Journalist

On stage, Campbell Brown discusses the state of education in America, exploring our country’s educational challenges (given our economy in transition) and how that is affecting the educational needs of…

Louis Freeh

Former Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Freeh recounts his experiences with high-profile criminal cases to deliver fascinating stories from the most secure depths of Washington and beyond. He also offers compelling expertise and counsel on confronting…

Dennis Miller |PDA Speakers

Comedian, Podcaster & Political Commentator

For nearly four decades, Dennis Miller has been entertaining audiences across television, film, and on stages throughout the country with his acerbic wit and trademark “rants” on politics and pop…

Ben Crump | PDA Speakers

Civil Rights Leader, Attorney, Author and Media Influencer

We are on a journey to justice. Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin Crump is leading the charge.

Jodi Kantor Megan_Twohey | PDA Speakers

Pulitzer Prize-Winning New York Times Journalists Behind the Harvey Weinstein Exposé

On October 5, 2017, the New York Times published an article by Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey — and then the world changed. But nothing could have prepared the two reporters for…

Cenk Uygur | PDA Speakers

CEO, Founder & Host of The Young Turks and Co-Founder, Justice Democrats

Cenk Uygur is the host and founder of The Young Turks, the largest online news show in the world, serves as CEO of TYT, and also co-founded the Justice Democrats. With…

U.S. Secretary of Energy (2001-2005) & Former U.S. Senator

Spencer Abraham brings his insight of nearly two decades at the highest levels of domestic and international policy and politics.

Clint Watts

Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute & NBC News National Security Contributor

In 2014, long before Russian interference in American politics was a daily headline, Watts discovered the complex and coordinated social media propaganda campaign emanating from Russia. After his team conducted…

Clarissa Ward

Award-Winning Journalist and Author, CNN Chief International Correspondent

Clarissa Ward’s award-winning coverage of world conflict has spanned over 15 years.In 2020 she received Emmys for Outstanding Investigative Report In A Newscast and Outstanding Breaking News Coverage. She was…

Michael Waldman | PDA Speakers

Former White House Chief Speechwriter & Presidential Scholar

In an illuminating program, Michael Waldman turns to the Constitution to show how the fight for American democracy and freedom have been at the center of the country’s history from…

Gov. Rick Perry | PDA Speakers

Former Energy Secretary, 2017-2019 and Former Governor of Texas, 2000-2015

During his tenure as the longest-serving Governor in Texas history, Rick Perry was steadfast in his belief that the soul of innovation lies within the hearts and minds of the…

Alisyn Camerota | PDA Speakers

Co-Anchor, CNN's "New Day"

Veteran news anchor and journalist Alisyn Camerota is no stranger to difficult topics.

Governor George Pataki | PDA Speakers

Former Governor of the State of New York

At the lecture podium, Gov. Pataki is one of the nation's most articulate and knowledgeable speakers on the environment, climate change, energy and the current domestic political atmosphere.

“Outed” CIA Operations Officer, Best-Selling Author of Fair Game & Blowback

Valerie Plame worked to protect America’s national security and prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, in particular nuclear weapons. During her career with the CIA, Valerie managed top-secret…

Laura Coates | PDA Speakers

CNN Host and Senior Legal Analyst, Constitutional Expert and AuthorCoates

Laura Coates is a CNN Host and Senior Legal Analyst who specializes in the intersection of civil rights and criminal prosecution.

Michael D. Tubbs | PDA Speakers

Former Mayor of Stockton, CA and Founder, Chair of Mayors for a Guaranteed Income

What were you doing at age 26? Michael D. Tubbs was making history. At the age of 26, Tubbs became the youngest Mayor of any major city in American history.

Harriet A. Washington

Award-winning Medical Writer & Editor

As a medical ethicist, Harriet Washington has a unique and courageous voice and deconstructs the politics around medical issues.

Jaime Harrison | PDA Speakers

Former Candidate for U.S. Senate, South Carolina

My whole life people told me what I could not do. And every step of the way, I told them the same thing; “Watch me. Watch me beat the odds.” -…

Kate Andersen Brower | PDA Speakers

Journalist & Author of the #1 New York Times Best-Sellers The Residence and First Women

Combining incredible first-person anecdotes from hundreds of hours of interviews with residence staffers–most speaking publicly for the first time–with archival research and candid conversations with three former First Women and…

Gloria Borger | PDA Speakers

Chief Political Analyst, CNN

Gloria Borger has spent her career covering Washington politics. Her unique insights have been honed from years spent navigating the complexities of policy debates and the intricacies of political intrigue.

Max Boot | PDA Speakers

Historian, Best-Selling Author, Columnist and Foreign Policy & National Security Analyst

Max Boot is a historian, best-selling author, columnist, and national-security analyst who has been described by the International Institute for Strategic Studies as one of the “world’s leading authorities on…

Cofer Black | PDA Speakers

Director, CIA Counterterrorists Center (1999-2002), Coordinator for Counterterrorism & Ambassador at Large (2002-2004)

Cofer Black’s experience as a political spokesperson has given him the ease and talent with which he speaks publicly today

Jedediah Bila | PDA Speakers

Television Host & Author

Bila speaks from the heart on everything from politics to relationships to celebrity news.