These mavens of straight talk don’t mince words. They tell it like it is, speak truth to power, and say the hard things that need to be said — even if it challenges us or coaxes discomfort. With a commitment to integrity and directness, they know honesty is what’s needed to uncover problems and find actionable solutions. Their spirit of openness cuts through the fluff to help listeners seek the truth and find the courage to confront hard realities.
Global Thought Leader on Leadership and Strategy; Professor of Technology and Operations Management at Harvard Business School and Author
Upending the status quo to unleash performance and unprecedented human progress.
A catalytic and innovative visionary, believing that the future of technology is already here.
CIA Director (2013–2017); Senior National Security and Intelligence Analyst, NBC News and MSNBC
Blending wisdom, experience, and candor in a cogent analysis of dynamic trends in national security.
Chair, Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System (2014–2018)
White House Chief of Staff (2017), Republican National Committee Chairman (2011-2017)
Pulling back the curtain on Washington to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of American government and politics.
Radio Talk Show Host, The Hugh Hewitt Show; Political Analyst and Contributor, NBC News and MSNBC; President, CEO and General Counsel of the Richard Nixon Foundation; Lawyer; Professor; Author
White House Chief of Staff (2013-2017); Deputy National Security Advisor (2010-2013)
Demonstrating ethical leadership and a clear voice amidst the chaos of an unprecedented political environment.
16th Supreme Allied Commander, NATO; Operating Executive, Carlyle Group
Decorated Admiral and archetype of exemplary leadership addressing security concerns in a technologically transforming world.
“It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.”
Legendary News Anchor, Journalist and Author
“We are safest, most secure, and most prosperous when our values and our interests are inextricably linked.”
President, Council on Foreign Relations
A wise and historically grounded examination of a world increasingly defined by disorder.
Distinguished diplomat with incomparable insight on both global and domestic affairs.
Prime Minister, Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1997-2007)
Embracing the challenges of globalization in an increasingly interconnected world.
Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command (2011-2014) and of U.S. Joint Special Operations Command (2008-2011); Chancellor of the University of Texas System (2015-2018); Best-selling Author
“Without daring greatly, you will never know what is truly possible.”
“Here is the essential truth. We are better together than we are apart.”
U.S. Senator (2007-2018)
Unscripted and unvarnished views on politics today and the critical issues facing Americans.
All-Time Winningest Coach in U.S. Soccer History; Legendary Head Coach, U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team
Coaching and leading elite individuals who are at the top of their game.
U.S. Secretary of Defense (2017-2018)
Guarding America’s democratic freedoms, with a unique leadership style based on integrity, authenticity, and humility.
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