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Award-Winning National and International Affairs Journalist
Charles Bierbauer was CNN's senior Washington correspondent and a veteran reporter covering national and international affairs. Bierbauer concluded his more than 20 years with CNN covering the U.S. Supreme Court…
Author: Be REAL Educate from the Heart, Educational Leader, Instructional Coach, Technology & Social Emotional Learning Expert
Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, speaker, and author who thrives on change and refuses to settle for the status quo. She has served as a classroom teacher, an instructional…
Award-Winning Sports Journalist and Analyst; NFL Reporter and Columnist
Ashley Fox is one of the NFL's most well-respected journalists and a trailblazer in the ego-infused world of sports media. During her 24-year career, including 7 years as a lead…
Accountability and Work/Life Balance Expert
Linda Edgecombe, BPE. Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Humorist, "Life Perspective Specialist" Linda Edgecombe, CSP is an internationally renowned award-winning humorous speaker, trainer and consultant. She is a…
Designing Personal and Authentic Learning Experiences, Best Selling Author, and National/Global EdTech Leader of the Year
Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools , a project of the Alliance for Excellent Education, located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United…
Former Green Bay Packer
Mike McCoy is a native of Erie, Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Notre Dame University with BA in Economics. He played football and was a consensus All-American in college.…
New York Times Best-Selling Author on Change, Innovation, Leadership, and Peak Performance
U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT called DR. BOB KRIEGEL one of this country's leading authorities in the field of change and human performance. A New York Times best selling author,…
One of the Best Female Swimmers in US History
Janet Evans is considered the greatest female distance swimmer of all time, and much to the world's delight, she's back in the water. Celebrating her 40th birthday and her comeback…
Leading Columnist on Technology in Marketing and Sales
Terry Brock is an internationally recognized speaker and trainer in the areas of technology, the Internet and marketing. He has worked with professionals from organizations in many different fields including…
Author of Become the Exception, Sales & Marketing Edutainer
Like you, sales and marketing expert and business author Mike Marchev has seen the word "sales" bandied about in numerous ways over the years. Is it a "gift-for-gab" with a…
FOX Business Network Reporter and Author
Tracy Byrnes joined FOX Business Network (FBN) in October 2007 as a reporter. Since September 2005, Byrnes has been a recurring guest on FOX News Channel (FNC), appearing on "Cashin'…
Expert on International Business; Author of China, Inc.
Ted C. Fishman's bestselling book China, Inc., How the Rise of the Next Superpower Challenges America and the World, has helped describe for the world the effects of China's momentous…
Creative genius and senior director at LEGO
Christian Majgaard was creative genius and senior director at LEGO until 2000, responsible for their global brand, product and campaign development of their core business (toys) as well as their…
A Classic American Humorist
Calvin Trillin, author of the weekly column "Uncivil Liberties," has been acclaimed in fields of writing which are remarkably diverse. Having published solidly reported pieces in The New Yorker for…
U.S. Men's Gymnastics Gold Medal Winner
Peter Vidmar is the highest scoring American gymnast in Olympic history. The winner of numerous national and international titles, Peter finished his successful career at the 1984 Olympic Games. As…
Founder and CEO of Fly Sci Enterprise - President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST)
Dr. Knatokie Ford is Founder and CEO of Fly Sci Enterprise, an education and media consulting organization focused on leveraging the power of storytelling to promote social change, particularly in…
Humorous Keynote Speaker, Corporate entertainer and Stress Reduction Authority
Biography for Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE 2/17/19 Tagline: Creating successful, productive, safe, happy people one laugh at a time. TIM GARD BIO: Humorous Keynote Speaker, Corporate entertainer and Stress Reduction…
Author of the new release “The 6 Literacy Levers,” “Reclaiming Our Calling”, and the Corwin best-seller “Renegade Leadership.”
Dr. Brad Gustafson is an award-winning principal, best-selling author, speaker, and avid reader. He understands the critical role leaders play in creating the conditions where everyone in a school can…
Co-Founder & CEO of Women 2.0, One of Fast Company's Most Powerful Women in Tech
Shaherose guides promising startups as a Product & Brand Strategist at 23 Design and Advisor for Republic.co, an AngelList affiliate. Shaherose' career is full of "firsts" in the technology industry.…
Bestselling Author and Leadership Expert
Best selling author and leadership expert Jeremy Kingsley is one of the most sought after keynote speakers in the world. Since 1996 he has spoken to over 500,000 people at live…
Best-Selling Author of Take Their Breath Away, Wired and Dangerous, Customers as Partners and Managers as Mentors
Chip Bell has helped many Fortune 100 companies dramatically enhance their bottom lines and marketplace reputation through innovative customer-centric strategies that address the needs of today's picky, fickle, vocal and…
Advocate for Overcoming Addiction, Miss USA 2006
Tara Conner is a Television Personality and Recovery Advocate. Through her work, she shares her experience, strength and hope with audiences throughout the United States. Conner was crowned Miss USA…
A Leading Authority on Energizing, Motivating and Inspiring Employees to Peak Performance
Dr. Bob Nelson is considered one of the leading authorities on employee recognition, motivation and engagement. He is president of Nelson Motivation Inc., a management training and consulting company that…
Olympic Gold and Bronze Medalist, Greco-Roman Wrestling
Rulon Gardner was born on August 16, 1971 in Afton, Wyoming. Rulon is the youngest 9 children born to Reed and Virginia Gardner. Raised on a dairy farm where they…
Internationally Acclaimed Motivational Hypnotist
Boris Cherniak is a multiple award winning comedian hypnotist, hypnotherapist, motivational speaker, actor and author. He regularly appears on television showcasing incredible powers of hypnosis and power of positive thinking.…
Author and Leading Authority on Negotiations
A former negotiation trainer at the Karrass Organization and Vice President of negotiation training at Strategic Pricing Associates, Tony Perzow's mission is to help others be insanely successful. His keynote…
World-class Sports Memorabilia Appraiser
Mr. Osacky has appraised world championship collections from former NBA and MLB athletes (Chicago Bulls and New York Yankees) He is a USPAP Compliant Appaiser credentialed by the International Society…
Technology pioneer, author and journalist
Michael studied physics and creative writing at Stanford University with additional training in finance and management at the Stanford Business School Executive Program. He has worked as a keynote speaker…
Expert on Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Law and Governance
Nathana O'Brien Sharma is Faculty at Singularity University, where she writes and speaks for international audiences on the future of technology, law and business. Nathana is General Counsel at Labelbox,…
Author of The Sale Is in the Tale
John Livesay, aka The Pitch Whisperer, is a sales keynote speaker where he shows companies' sales teams how to turn mundane case studies into compelling case stories so they win…
Managing to Have Fun
Matt Weinstein is the nation's foremost authority on the use of fun and humor in team building. Called "The Master of Playfulness" by PEOPLE Magazine and "America's Pied Piper of…
many articles, Op Ed, columns
Harris Sussman is one of the nations leading experts on cultural diversity, social dynamics, and changing demographics. For the last nine years he has written the most widely-read national column…
Former NCAA / NFL athlete, Author of "The Dad I Wish I Had"
Freddie's presence is calm, safe, magnetic, and inspiring. He thrives on the connection he creates with his clients and shares profound, yet simple insights to help them grow. "I love…
Brings the Joy and Secrets of Kindergarten to the Education World, Technology and Engagement Specialist
Kurt Schwengel has been teaching Kindergarten in Santa Monica, Ca since 1995. He is also a national presenter for a variety of topics ranging from technology to creative teaching. He is…
Author and Life Coach
Dan Miller, President of 48 Days, LLC, in Franklin, TN, specializes in creative thinking for personal and business development. He believes the most effective life plans are achieved by integrating…
Contestant on NBC's The Biggest Loser, Featured on US Weekly, and Coach
Sonya Jones was a top contestant on NBC's Reality TV Show The Biggest Loser, and is the author of the best-selling book, 44 Lessons From a Loser: Navigating Life Through…
Finalist on The Apprentice, Businessman, Philanthopist and Popular Speaker
Lee Bienstock, runner-up on the fifth season of "The Apprentice," graduated from Cornell University with distinction and a 4.0 GPA, where he received a B.S. in Policy Analysis and Management.…
Former Economics Teacher of 37 years at Cornell University and George Washington University
Steven Eastaugh was a professor of health economics, finance, and health care management for 37 years at Cornell University and George Washington University. Four thousand health care managers and leaders…
Hiker, Author, Speaker, and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year
Jennifer Pharr Davis knows what it takes to keep going. As a hiker, she has covered more than 14,000 miles, exploring trails on sixcontinents and in all fifty states. Jennifer…
Reaching the most challenging students and Author of "Larger Lessons"
Ron Large is an author, consultant, school leader and dynamic presenter. His powerful and passionate message on building relationships, creating climate, engaging students, and what it takes to be an…
The World is not a Desktop
Amber Case studies the interaction between humans and computers and how our relationship with information is changing the way cultures think, act, and understand their worlds. She is an internationally…
Fox News Channel contributor, Theologian
Jonathan Morris joined Fox News Channel (FNC) as a contributor in May 2005, giving analysis and commentary on social, religious, and political issues. Before leaving the Catholic priesthood in 2019,…
The Change Specialist
Mark DeVolder is the Change Specialist and a pioneer in the field of transition management. Unique in the industry, DeVolder is one of the few speakers who teaches leaders how…
Health Care Expert
A partner at Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas, Dean Rosen is one of Washington's foremost experts on America's complex health care system--and a master of both the politics and policies…
Former POW Leading Others to Turn Adversity into Assets
Captain Charlie Plumb graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis and went on to fly the F-4 Phantom jet on 74 successful combat missions over North Vietnam. On his 75th…
Humorous Professional Motivational Speaker
Dr. Charles Petty is a professional motivational speaker who speaks primarily on work/life balance. He was reared in the farming communities of England and Stuttgart, Arkansas. As a native of…
“The Celebrity Teen Coach” and Star of Emmy nominated sitcom: "This Just In"
Growing up as an undersized and over-matched basketball player on a remote Alaskan island with no roads or stores, Jesse LeBeau was overlooked and underestimated, constantly feeling like he had…
Executive Vice President at America’s Health Insurance Plans
David Merritt is Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Strategic Initiatives at America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP). He leads AHIP's communications and coalitions, advocacy and strategy on issues ranging…
Dynamic Seminar on "Who Moved My Cheese?"
Kathy Cleveland Bull is a highly regarded professional speaker, trainer, author and consultant. Her company, N~Compass Consulting, helps clients on four continents "Navigate the Art and Science of Change." Professional…