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Spokesperson for Guide Dogs for the Blind and 9/11 WTC Survivor
Michael Hingson, blind since birth, was born in Chicago to sighted parents who believed in raising their son with a can-do attitude. Treated like all other children in his family,…
TED Speaker, Cyber Illusionist and a Directors Fellow at the MIT Media Lab
Marco Tempest is a cyber-illusionist, combining magic and technology to produce astonishing, multi-dimensional planes of magic and thought. He began his performing career as a stage magician, winning awards and…
Diversity Specialist, disABILITY Champion, Polar Adventurer, Motivator
- Only disabled person in the world to have reached both North and South Poles - Sir Richard Branson, Chairman of the Virgin Group said "Michael is an inspiration" -…
“Author, Speaker, and national correspondent for the #1 tv newsmagazine show “Inside Edition”
Megan Alexander is an Emmy nominated national news reporter. She can be seen every evening as a correspondent on the longest-running syndicated national news magazine television show Inside Edition. For…
Stories From Space
Colonel Mullane was born September 10, 1945 in Wichita Falls, Texas but spent much of his youth in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he currently resides. Upon his graduation from West…
Live in the Sweet Spot
Mike Lipkin is Canada's pre-eminent speaker. Every year he conducts more seminars, workshops, focus groups, sales meetings, and corporate off-sites than any other speaker. In 2007, he spoke to over…
Director of Innovation and Technology, Author of The Fire Within and Creator of The Hierarchy of Needs for Innovation & Divergent Thinking
Mandy Froehlich is currently a Director of Innovation and Technology and a Google for Education Certified Trainer, but has been involved in education in a variety of positions from teacher…
Award-Winning Author & Co-Founder of Age Wave
Recently recognized by Forbes as one of the top fifty female futurists globally, Maddy Dychtwald has been deeply involved for more than 30 years in exploring all aspects of the…
Leadership,Service,Finance,sales
Michele Phillips is the president of Key Performance and the author of Happiness is a Habit - Simple Daily Rituals That Increase Energy, Improve Well-Being and Add Joy to Every…
Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Innovation and Creativity Consultant
Michael McMillan's breadth of knowledge and experience, combined with his story-telling ability, make him a much-sought-after speaker, panelist, and consultant. His messages resonate with audiences, leaving them both motivated and…
American War Hero, 2015 Paralympic Medalist
At first glance Melissa Stockwell may appear to be the quintessential Mid-western All-American mom, but she is far more. She is an American war hero who has triumphed over personal…
Think Like Leonardo, Innovate Like Edison!
Michael J. Gelb is the world's leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, accelerated…
Director, National Counterterrorism Center (2008 - 2011) and Counterterrorism, Cybersecurity and National Security Analyst for NBC News
Michael Leiter serves as the Executive Vice President for Business Development and Strategy for Leidos Holdings (LDOS), a Fortune 500 national security, health, and energy technology company based in Reston,…
Integrating Technology, Education, and the Workplace
Marc is an internationally acclaimed speaker, author, and "practical visionary" in the field of education. Marc has spoken in over 40 countries, authored seven books, and published over 100 essays;…
ESPN Football Analyst, Co-Host of Mike and Mike in the Morning
Mike Golic is an NFL analyst for ESPN. He co-hosts 'Mike and Mike in the Morning' with Mike Greenberg on ESPN Radio and ESPNEWS. Both Golic and Greenberg are protagonists…
Leading Innovation and Disruption by Guiding Change through Storytelling
Michael Margolis is the CEO and founder of Storied, a strategic messaging firm specializing in the story of innovation and disruption. As a trusted advisor, Michael helps executives to demystify…
Trendspotting Futurologist
Magnus Lindkvist is a trendspotting futurologist and author who weaves together important current trends to forecast what life, society and business might look like in the future. It is the…
Female Jerry Maguire, CEO, Keynote Speaker & Author
Hailed as the "female Jerry Maguire" by CNN, Molly Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. During her almost two-decade career and as…
Author of The New York Times Best-Seller, "The Discipline of Market Leaders"
Michael Treacy is the President and founder of Treacy & Company. He brings over 30 years of experience helping companies achieve market leadership. Mr. Treacy's ideas about customer value propositions and…
Leadership and Culture Expert and Architect of Training Magazine's #1 Training Program in the World
Mike Staver is the author of "Leadership Isn't for Cowards" and an internationally respected speaker, author, and coach. Mike takes noisy, often complex, leadership content and makes it immediately useful,…
Hall of Fame Speaker, Keynote Artist and Innovative Entrepreneur
Mike Rayburn is a TEDx Presenter who teaches innovation, change and peak performance using world-class guitar and humor to create a transformational experience and generate exponential results. He has headlined…
NYT's Bestselling author, Consultant and Communicator
Mark is the president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea lab for leadership development and turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. GlobalGurus.org lists Mark as one of the top…
Highest-ranked Executive to become a whistleblower in US History
Some of the FBI agents responsible for investigating the ADM price fixing case, used the word hero to describe my actions as a whistleblower. I want to make it very…
Executive Director, Institute for the Future
During Gorbis' tenure with IFTF and previously with SRI International, she has worked with hundreds of organizations in business, education, government, and philanthropy, bringing a future perspective to develop vision…
International Bestselling Author, recording artist and human rights activists
Introducing him at the United States Senate in 2015, Ted Cruz called Mark Steyn "an international bestselling author, a Top Five jazz recording artist, and a leading Canadian human rights…
One of the Original Story Creators at Pixar
Matthew Luhn, Former Pixar Story Artist, is a writer, story consultant, creative writing instructor and keynote speaker with over 25 years' experience creating stories and characters at Pixar Animation Studios,…
Eldest Son of President, New York Times Best-Selling Author
Michael Reagan is the eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan and one of the most DYNAMIC and sought after public speakers in the public arena today. His commitments to…
CEO of Virgin Unite Entrepreneurship Academy
Mark C Thompson is a world-renowned authority and top speaker on Leadership, Driving Change and Innovation, and Sales Growth through Customer and Employee Engagement. Mark consults for Fortune 500 and…
One of the Greatest NFL and Collegiate Running Backs All Time
Marcus Allen is one of the greatest NFL and Collegiate Running Backs to ever play the game. A former Heisman Trophy winner and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, Marcus…
Sports Analyst & Media Personality Author Former NFL Athlete
Marcellus Wiley is a former NFL Athlete, author, and highly successful sports media personality. Born and raised in Compton, California, at a young age he discovered his passion and talent…
TV Personality Best-selling Author Radio & Podcast Host
Michelle Visage is a two-time Emmy and Producer’s Guild Award-winning, internationally renowned television personality, radio show host, podcast host, platinum-selling recording artist, and author. Though best known for her work as the judge on the…
Emmy-nominated Actress
Michelle Monaghan is an actress known for her roles in both Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang, and Mission Impossible: III. Monaghan is currently in production for the action-thriller feature Black Site, from the producers of John Wick She most…
Foreign Policy Specialist Professor, Johns Hopkins
A Johns Hopkins foreign policy specialist and bestselling author, Michael Mandelbaum is known for his ability to explain the meaning and consequences of global developments and trends. The New York Times called…
2-Time Super Bowl Champion CNN Contributor
An 11-year NFL veteran , two-time Super Bowl champion, three-time Pro-Bowl honoree, Malcolm Jenkins is a Safety for the New Orleans Saints, a multiple-year team captain, NFLPA Executive Committee Board…
Professor of Law Author Advocate for Equality, Equity & Racial Justice
Michael Higginbotham is a law professor, author, and international political consultant. Higginbotham has been described as "...conscientious, diligent and slow to anger - unless he perceives an injustice" (The Baltimore Sun).…
Award-winning Producer , Emmy-nominated Actor , Writer
Mark Duplass is a true multi-hyphenate. An Emmy-winning producer, a director, Emmy-nominated actor, screenwriter, and author, he is credited with helping to create the mumblecore film movement. Known for his…
American Sports Analyst Former NBA Champion
Matt Barnes played professional basketball for 14-seasons in the NBA and was a world champion with the 2017 Golden State Warriors. Known as one of the most outspoken, explosive athletes…
Conductor Mentor Innovator
One of the foremost conductors of our time, Marin Alsop represents a powerful and inspiring voice. Convinced that music has the power to change lives
Author Columnist Radio Host
Author of Tuesdays With Morrie, philanthropist, columnist, and sports reporter Mitch Albom is an inspiration around the world.
Former Navy Commander, USS Benfold Bestselling Author
Mike Abrashoff was the most junior officer in the Pacific Fleet when he took command of the near-worst performing ship
NETFLIX CO-FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE MENTOR AND ANGEL INVESTOR.
Marc Randolph is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, investor and keynote speaker. Marc was co- founder of the online movie and television streaming service Netflix, serving as their founding…
One of Forbes Top 50 Social Media Influencers
Michael Hyatt is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees…
Dynamic former Harlem Globetrotter
Melvin Adams has been an NCAA All-American basketball player, professional basketball competitor and member of the world famous Harlem Globetrotter. He is currently a communicator and entertainer. His energetic and…
Best-Selling Author, Nationally Syndicated Radio Host and Constitutional Lawyer
Mark Levin is best known as the host of The Mark Levin Show, one of the most respected political radio shows in the country. Mark's newest project has been the…
Personal Empowerment
People enEspanol magazine selected Maria Marin as one of the 25 most powerful Latina women in 2012. Maria Marin is the leading motivational icon among Hispanics worldwide.