Gender Equality Speakers

Sophia Bush is an acclaimed actress, dedicated activist, and successful entrepreneur, and host of the podcast Work in Progress. She is renowned for her advocacy for social justice and gender equality. As an advisor to the First Women’s...

Rebecca Patterson is a globally recognized investor and macroeconomic researcher with more than 25 years of experience studying how politics and policy intersect with economic trends to drive financial markets.

A tech visionary with down-to-earth grit, Obi Felten sees opportunity when others see impossibility. Her diverse background and relatable demeanor allow her to connect with audiences ranging from senior execs to entrepreneurs to students. She draws on her...

Komal Ahmad is on Forbes 30 Under 30 and has also been listed among Entrepreneur Magazine’s Most Powerful Women in the World, Fast Company’s World’s Most Creative People in Business, and InStyle’s feature of Top 50 Most Badass...

Jill Ellis builds and leads championship cultures at the highest levels of global sport.

Claire McCaskill shares unscripted and unvarnished views on politics today and the critical issues facing Americans.

Catalytic and innovative visionary Megan Smith believes that the future of technology is already here.

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

Mallory Weggemann shares stories of triumph over setbacks stemming from a spinal cord injury at 18 and nerve damage to her arm at 24. As a 4-time Paralympian and 7-time Paralympic Medalist, she redefines and enforces what it...

One of the world's most respected journalists, Christiane Amanpour transports us to the front lines, putting conflicts into context from the world's most dangerous places.

One of the most admired women in journalism, Meredith Vieira offers a candid, in-depth conversation about the stories she has covered and the lessons they have taught her.

Judy Woodruff—one of the world's most prominent female journalists—brings groundbreaking reporting experience, sharing insights on the Presidential Administration, Congress and the changing political landscape.

A distinguished and highly respected veteran of the White House press corps, Ann Compton offers audiences a historical perspective of the presidency, the biggest stories of our time and today’s event making headlines.

"Be fearless. Have the courage to take risks. Go where there are no guarantees." – Katie Couric

Cynthia Frelund is the NFL Network's first analytics expert, a sports broadcaster, and a data scientist who translates advanced analytics into actionable insights. Her work bridges sports, data, and business strategy, making her uniquely appealing for corporate audiences...

Nicole Auerbach, a groundbreaking college sports journalist and National Sportswriter of the Year honoree, empowers organizations with stories and strategies that champion adaptability, inclusion, and forward-thinking leadership.