Authors

Patrick Nelson shares his inspiring experiences from the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan to working on the NFL sidelines and equips participants with practical tips they can implement immediately. This highly engaging experience will take participants on a...

Dr. Jen Welter is a trailblazing force in sports and leadership. A dynamic keynote speaker, she inspires audiences worldwide with her story of breaking barriers, authentic leadership, and empowering others to achieve greatness. Dr. Welter redefines what's possible,...

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...

One of the most internationally respected and dynamic thought leaders around meetings, teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and leadership, Dr. Steven Rogelberg shares valuable evidence-based insights in a powerful and accessible manner. Steven has shared his insights with almost half...

The US Army Delta Force rescue of Kurt Muse, Code named Operation Acid Gambit, was the first civilian hostage rescue in modern military history.

With his finger on the pulse of today’s digital age, Mark Ostach blends personal storytelling and research to demonstrate the importance of human connection and it's impact on organizational health. Mark’s insights offer today’s leaders strategies to combat...

Nina Schick, a world-leading authority on AI, has advised global leaders including President Joe Biden and NATO's Anders Fogh Rasmussen. Nina has collaborated with top organizations like Microsoft, Adobe, DARPA, and the UN. With her book DEEPFAKES and...

Alexandra O. Hudson, author and founder of Civic Renaissance, is an inspiring and engaging speaker who captivates audiences through storytelling and ideas. She has advised foreign governments, spoken at Stanford and Yale, and contributes to major media outlets....

Dr. Derek Leben delivers engaging talks on AI ethics that bring together ethical ideas with real-world impact. A skilled educator and speaker, Dr. Leben shows how classic ethical frameworks can be applied to new technologies, and how organizations...

Kevin Brown is passionate about helping people and organizations embrace a simple philosophy that separates world-class organizations and high-performance people from everybody else – he calls it The HERO Effect®. Through his books and presentations, Kevin entertains, inspires,...

Josh Drean is Co-founder of the Work3 Institute, Web3 Advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs, and an HR Transformation expert who marries emerging technologies with workplace strategies.

Jean M. Twenge, Ph.D., is the author of the bestselling books Generations and iGen. Her talks on generational trends and kids’ technology use are based on data on 42 million people and sweetened with plenty of humor, images,...

Renowned cultural psychologist and Rule Makers, Rule Breakers author Michele Gelfand takes audiences on a groundbreaking journey through human culture. Blending science, humor, and real-world insights, she illuminates how cultural differences shape our world and reveals the keys...

As a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and former CEO, Ruth Rathblott has a dynamic and transformative presence. Ruth’s powerful storytelling and actionable insights on inclusion, diversity, and unhiding empower audiences to embrace their best selves. Her leadership has...

Called “Office Whisperer” by The New York Times, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky helps meeting planners enlighten, engage, and excite their audiences to manage change around Generative AI, hybrid work, and other future of work challenges. A best-selling author of...

Heidi Skolnik, trailblazing sports nutritionist and exercise physiologist to championship-winning pro sports teams, Olympians, Broadway actors, and elite performing artists possesses unparalleled experience to energize and motivate your audiences. This New York Times bestselling co-author of The Whole...

Brian Banks inspires audiences with his powerful story of overcoming wrongful conviction to achieve freedom and success. His journey highlights resilience, leadership, and the strength to rise above adversity.

Jesse Cole, the Founder of the Savannah Bananas, built his success by creating raving fans. He believes in doing things differently. During Jesse’s engaging keynote performances, he shares how to break the rules, change the game, and create...

Jennifer Pharr Davis is the “Serena Williams of long-distance hiking” (PBS). She set the overall speed record on the Appalachian Trail by hiking 47 miles a day for 46 straight days. An authentic storyteller, Jennifer shares trail adventures...

Eric Potterat, Ph.D. is considered one of the leading experts in high performance psychology, performance optimization, and individual & organizational resilience. He retired as a Commander in the Navy after 20 years of service, the last 10 of...

Eric Siegel is a bestselling author, former Columbia University professor, long-time leading consultant, Forbes contributor, and founder of the long-running Machine Learning Week conference series. He makes the how and why of predictive analytics (aka machine learning) understandable...

A changing world requires a changed approach. Pascal Finette believes that the future is unwritten, and he helps clients embrace the possible, envision the long run, and build what matters.

“What if everybody on earth felt trusted, respected, valued, and heard? What might change?” Kevin Hancock believes that everything would change and that the place of work is where this humanity advancing transformation can best unfold. “In the 21st century, exceptional...

Chris Dyer is a keynote speaker, 4x bestselling author, and former 5x Inc. 5000 CEO who helps organizations build high-performing cultures that drive measurable results. Named #1 Leadership Speaker to Follow in 2026 by MSN.com and Inc. Magazine’s...