Keynote Speakers

International airline pilot, aviation pioneer, award-winning author, and disruptor of the status quo, Captain Laura Savino delivers powerful insights on judgment under pressure and the confidence to embrace calculated risks from 38,000 feet… to the biggest challenges in...

As a former member of Congress, Cori Bush has had a nontraditional path from being unhoused to in the US House of Representatives. She brings a wealth of experience from the frontlines of politics, medicine, and activism to...

Success isn’t reserved for the most talented; it belongs to those who commit, adapt and execute with relentless focus. Damon Dunn isn’t a generalist; he’s a master of focus. A 3x CEO, Stanford Hoover Fellow, Former NFL player...

Business Futurist, AI keynote speaker, and Futurist in Residence at Amazon, Jonathan Brill helps leaders harness the collision of AI, geopolitical, economic, and societal trends to transform their business and mindset.

Dr. Lauren Young, a Yale professor and national security expert, collaborates with Ukraine’s government to analyze current threats to liberal democracy through a historical lens. Her book, Hitler's Girl, unearths links between the English aristocracy and the Nazis,...

A trailblazer in finance, Stacey Cunningham led the home of 2,300 of the world’s most influential companies. She also oversaw four equities exchanges, two equity options exchanges, and nearly $4 trillion in listed ETF assets. Her insights on...

Poppy Harlow has had a front row seat to history, reporting live around the world. She has witnessed humanity show the best of itself even during the hardest times. It has taught her the power of empathy and...

Ambassador Cohen offers deep insights into U.S.-Canada relations, drawing on his diplomatic service. He clarifies the complexities of the partnership between the two countries and, drawing on his experience and history, offers suggestions and advice for Canadian leader...

Haiyan Wang is managing partner of China India Institute, a research and advisory organization with a focus on the transformational rise of emerging markets, foremost China and India, and implications for key stakeholders. 

Anne Neuberger is a transformative leader and an internationally recognized expert in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and risk.  In addition to leading policy development at the White House in these areas, Neuberger designed and established a groundbreaking network of...

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...

Through emotional storytelling, great humor, and a genuine spirit, John O'Leary reveals a brighter vision for what is possible and inspires his audiences to transform their lives, one action at a time. O'Leary is masterful at conveying the...

Judge Glenda Hatchett offers an impactful, justice-driven perspective, combining her extensive experience as a former Chief Judge and as a practicing attorney at Stewart Miller Simmons Law Firm. Known for her groundbreaking decisions on juvenile and family justice...

As Chairman of the G7 Finance Ministers in 2022, Christian Lindner played a key role in shaping the crisis response following the Russian attack on Ukraine.

Audiences describe Yemi Penn as a powerful force with potent messages that transcend identity and ignites transformation through rebellious curiosity. A TEDx speaker, documentarian, engineer, entrepreneur, and trauma transformation researcher, she weaves and bridges theory, lived experience, and...

Unlock the power of leadership with Lisa Bluder, the visionary coach who guided the University of Iowa Women's Basketball Team to back-to-back National Championship games and recruited and coached Superstar Caitlin Clark. Learn how she translates lessons from...

Jon Finer has been at the center of U.S. national security decision-making across two administrations, leading policymaking, diplomacy and crisis-response on the most pressing global challenges. As a top advisor and crisis manager for President Joe Biden during...

Called “a prominent voice for President Biden” by Axios, Andrew Bates has spent 15 years on the frontlines of U.S. politics, most recently as a top spokesperson for the White House and the 2020 Biden campaign. He has...

Dr. Elizabeth Markle delivers high-energy, interactive keynotes that don’t just inform — they transform. A trailblazing psychologist, professor, and TEDx speaker, she is pioneering “Community As Medicine,” proving that true change happens through connection, not willpower alone. As...

Dominique Rose Van-Winther is the Chief AI Evangelist and is a global keynote speaker, empowering organizations to harness AI for business transformation. With over two decades of experience in global consulting, she has trained thousands, from C-suite executives...

As a widely-published and acclaimed Professor of Leadership and an internationally-recognized thought leader, Amer Kaissi has spent the last 25 years researching, understanding, and evaluating evidence-based practices that create intentionality for leaders. As a sought-after coach for top-level...

Douglas Diamond is an expert on financial crises, banking, and financial regulation. He develops frameworks for businesses and economic policy makers to understand, prevent, and respond to financial crises. His ideas were used by policy makers in responding...

Brittany Leonard has led multi-million-dollar M&A transactions, advised Fortune 500 executives, served as VP & incoming President Elect of ACC, and built a global platform with 8M+ LinkedIn impressions annually. Audiences can expect a dynamic, high-energy experience packed...