Speakers on Children's Issues

Audiences can expect an engaging, insightful, and thought-provoking experience from Bill de Blasio, drawing on his leadership as Mayor of New York City. He spearheaded universal pre-K, navigated crises like COVID-19, and championed economic equity. His expertise in...

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,...

Eric Sheninger is a sought-after speaker, guiding school leaders and educators to embrace evidence-based strategies that improve teaching, learning, and leadership.  From pioneering New Milford High School's transformation to becoming an acclaimed author and speaker, he empowers educators...

Adam Braun seamlessly weaves together the worlds of business, entrepreneurship, and social impact, captivating audiences with his inspiring journey and empowering message. As the founder of Pencils of Promise, Braun is a visionary leader. He has a compelling...

Jos Dirkx dares to go where others don't. Jos has lived an extraordinary life across fifteen countries and brings this worldly experience to life on stage, seamlessly connecting her audience to global, must-know trends. Jos sets the bar...

A classroom teacher turned entrepreneur, Sarah Hernholm knows how to motivate an audience of thousands or a dozen executives in a boardroom. Sarah will inspire your audience to take action, tap into their entrepreneurial mindset, and deepen their...

Laila Ali is an icon in the boxing world, and she's also a force to be reckoned with outside of it. In addition to being a world-class athlete, she is a fitness and wellness advocate, TV host, home...

Innovative problem-solver Richard Culatta creates engaging keynote experiences that leave audiences with practical strategies to bring a culture of innovation in any organization.

Alex Klein is founder and CEO of Kano, the computing company that has shown millions how to create technology, rather than just consume it.

Bruce Feiler is one of America's most popular voices on contemporary life; the author of seven consecutive New York Times bestsellers; the presenter of two prime-time series on PBS; and the inspiration for the drama Council of Dads...

With two consecutive hit runs on Broadway and numerous television appearances, Jason Bishop tours the globe with his technologically innovative blend of large-scale illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, and a lightning-fast comedic wit.

Rwandan Genocide survivor Jeanne Celestine Lakin overcame a childhood of chaos, abuse, and orphanhood. Today, she inspires audiences with her capacity for forgiveness and serves as testimony to the power of human resilience and perseverance.

The Godmother of Silicon Valley and one of the founders of Google for Education, Esther Wojcicki gives insights on the five fundamental values that help us all become capable, successful people.

"We all want our kids to be educated. What's changing is what an education is, and what 'being educated' means." – Marc Prensky

Jenna Arnold was named by Oprah as one of her “100 Awakened Leaders who are using their voice and talent to elevate humanity.”

A dynamic leader and our nation’s first minority (Hispanic) female governor, Susana Martinez’s inspirational life story proves the power and promise of the American Dream.