Arts & Culture Speakers

Mike Posner's journey of resilience, from chart-topping artist to mountain climber, showcases his commitment to wellness, personal growth, and authenticity. From a transformative walk across America to climbing Mount Everest, Posner embodies perseverance and the pursuit of authenticity....

Through singing and speaking, Jim Sonefeld, Grammy award-winning songwriter/drummer for Hootie & the Blowfish surprises his audience with the riveting, behind the scenes story of his life in the band, overcoming addiction, and adapting to change. 

Misty Copeland's remarkable story embodies the essence of the “American Dream,” as she overcame countless obstacles to achieve greatness. In every setting, she motivates and uplifts audiences with her journey, offering a powerful testament to perseverance, passion, and...

After being rejected from every film school he applied to, AJ Bleyer became one of the youngest directors in the Directors Guild of America at age 27. His action-packed career has taken him from the Pentagon to zero-gravity,...

Vandana Hart, creator and host of We Speak Dance on Netflix, takes audiences on a journey of how to turn life into art — from the head to the heart. She explores 100 cultures through music and dance,...

Emmy-winning journalist, attorney, and TV host Ari Melber blends journalistic, legal, and cultural insights for talks on a wide breadth of topics. Melber has practiced First Amendment law, reported on the Supreme Court, The White House, Congress, and...

Joe Sohm is the most published Americana photographer in the world — more than 1 million times on the hour around the world. Joe’s inspiring keynote talks are told by Joe and his multi-media videos are narrated by...

Philippe Petit has – literally – seen a view of the world no one else ever has or ever will: from a quarter of a mile in the air walking a ¾” steel cable rigged illegally between the...

Imagine an event experience that seamlessly blends wit, wisdom, and a touch of Hollywood charm. Elevate your next event with Andy Buckley, acclaimed actor, comedian, and corporate guru. With his charismatic presence and a knack for connecting with...

Ken Burns calls Jonathan Eig one of America’s master storytellers. With best-selling books on Martin Luther King, Muhammad Ali, and Lou Gehrig, he captures the lives of American heroes and makes them come to life in sometimes startling...

Oz Pearlman’s natural charisma, charm, and quick wit allow him to connect deeply with audiences in a way that truly sets him apart from other entertainers. This coupled with his unique blend of mind reading and mentalism helps...

Matthew Senreich, the esteemed co-founder of Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and the creative mind behind the Emmy-winning show Robot Chicken, is known for his captivating speaking skills. He offers a priceless discussion on the art of managing a thriving...

From intimate venues to arenas with 15,000 people capacity, Gola has experienced it all. Whether it is sharing her life experience as a woman who was born and raised in Iran, the journey of turning fear and rage...

"There are two great risks in life … risking too much and risking too little." — Jimmy Chin

Neil Mandt is one of the rare people who have been able to transform content and technical expertise into forward-thinking solutions that address real business challenges. As a successful movie and TV producer, real estate developer, and professional...

Rob Shanahan's entrance is the start of a show, an experience, a performance, that will entertain you from beginning to end. His journey from small-town Minnesota boy to personal photographer for the world’s biggest music icons is a...