Communication Speakers

Retired Navy Rear Admiral John Kirby, the only person ever to brief reporters at the Pentagon, State Department, and White House, leverages his storied career shaping America's most complex security challenges to empower audiences with the strategic insight...

Nikki Haley delivers insight based on her past experience with the Trump administration and what to expect with Republican leadership going forward — equipping businesses and organizations with the insight they need to succeed.

"The greatest insights don't come from visiting new worlds; they come from seeing the world with new eyes." ― Shankar Vedantam

Naomi Bagdonas empowers leaders to build more innovative, collaborative, and joyful work cultures (and lives).

Behavioral scientist and leading expert on how purpose and meaning shape us, Dr. Jennifer Aaker empowers leaders to build purpose-filled, innovative, and joyful (yes, joyful) workplaces.

As the former co-CEO of Chipotle, Monty Moran led the expansion of the brand from 400 to more than 2,500 locations and brought in more than $23 billion in revenue. His people-first leadership is grounded in the belief...

Providing historical insights into current realities, Nancy Koehn helps leaders navigate the non-stop turbulence of the business landscape, and inspires organizations and individuals to become more resilient, more courageous, and more effective in pursuit of their mission.

Michele Thornton Ghee has worked at some of the world’s most powerful media brands, helping organizations leverage cultural relevance and create programs that connect authentically to consumers. A global leader and powerhouse visionary, she teaches audiences about personal...

Steering the UK through one of history’s most tumultuous eras, globally respected former Prime Minister Theresa May is a master of principled leadership and high-stakes negotiation, delivering boardroom-tested strategies for forging resilient teams, navigating global challenges, and leading...

Stephanie Chung is one of the most respected leaders in private aviation, known for breaking barriers, elevating performance, and leading billion-dollar sales organizations to record-setting results. She made history as the first African American president in private aviation...

Richard Montañez's riveting and inspiring story proves that all of us are just one great idea away from our dreams. Hear this one-time janitor tell you how he fanned a spark of innovation into the billion dollar worldwide...

Ted Leonsis champions the uncommon belief that happiness drives success in business.

Having led an industrial titan through a digital revolution that upended traditional assumptions, former Chairman and CEO of General Electric Jeff Immelt motivates organizations to embrace change and shares firsthand lessons on how to cultivate innovation.

"Don't trust your gut: use data to predict and shape the future." – Laszlo Bock

Kat Cole is creating a personal legacy of evolution that transcends industries and job titles.

"Without daring greatly, you will never know what is truly possible." – Adm. William H. McRaven, USN (Ret.)

A specialist in leading effectively and operating in complexity, Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, USA (Ret.) shares experienced insight on security in a multifaceted geopolitical environment, the 21st-century challenges facing the U.S., and capturing innovation.

Jay Carney faced the world and White House press corps each day with characteristic grace, wit and aplomb. Today, he brings to audiences his insight and extensive credentials in the White House and with TIME magazine in discussing...

Drawing on his vast experience, José Manuel Barroso puts the current geopolitical environment into context, providing audiences with an understanding of the geopolitical, economic and cultural pressures that must be faced to continue strengthening Europe’s global influence, create...

A recognized expert on Russia, U.S.-Russia relations, great power competition, and American foreign policy around the world, Michael McFaul helps audiences understand the war in Ukraine, the new Cold War with Russia and lessons from the Cold War...

Nicholas Epley shares his groundbreaking research on why we so routinely misunderstand what's going on in the minds of others, from our coworkers, customers and competitors, to even our family members and friends.

The first elected official in modern times selected to serve in a President's cabinet of an opposing party, William Cohen assesses the state of world affairs and the relationship between international politics and the global economy.

From advising leaders of war-torn countries to working with senior executives, Dan Shapiro has helped thousands of organizations and individuals navigate conflict and supercharge growth. Shapiro pioneered a new generation of actionable tools and frameworks to help teams...

Master marketer and brand-building architect Jim Stengel helps companies activate their purpose to drive business growth.