Leadership Speakers

William Taylor has a passion for ideas and practices that reshape how organizations compete, innovate and win—in good times and times of crisis. As co-founder of Fast Company, he shook up the business-magazine world and the world of...

Jerry Linenger knows how to reach deep, stay calm, and apply brainpower to solve problems. By going beyond expectations, even in the face of seemingly overwhelming adversity, he consistently inspires audiences and organizations to do likewise.

Bonnie St. John challenges audiences to push through their own limitations and re-energize their lives to achieve peak performance.

With his renowned brilliance, humor and grace, Sir John Major brings amazing clarity and original solutions to complex economic and international issues.

One of the nation’s most respected bipartisan leaders in recent history, Leon Panetta has devoted his career to the American people, guiding U.S. intelligence, defense and economic strategies over the past four decades.

A brilliant bipartisan statesman and quintessential American hero, Bill Bradley elevates the debate on the most important issues of our time including the economy, health care, domestic and world affairs.

One of America’s most prolific and respected political reporters and commentators, John Heilemann offers his wit, savvy, and insider’s view of the Washington scene, the future of the Republican and Democratic parties, and the major national issues of...

Doris Kearns Goodwin offers context for our turbulent times and shares how today's leaders can learn from the past.

"Company culture is a company's immune system." – Arianna Huffington

An astute Washington veteran and the editor-at-large of The Bulwark, William Kristol identifies the issues and underlying trends of public policy and debate.

Mike Krzyzewski, "Coach K," reveals life's lessons taught by his parents and his own proven principles of learning, which make his college and Olympic teams inspiring examples for other organizations.

The dean of American statesmen, James Baker offers the insight and perspective of a man who has stood at the epicenter of domestic and international affairs.

"Core to leadership is the ability to relate to people – to empathize, understand, inspire, and motivate." – Robert Gates

"The most important skill in leadership today is the ability to listen deeply and communicate authentically. The leaders who succeed in this complex world are those who can connect meaningfully with others, build trust, and inspire action." –...

Gary Heil, an internationally recognized expert on leadership and organizational culture, helps organizations see things as they really are, not as people wish they were, in order to create cultures of engagement, innovation, and lasting change.

Hall of Fame football coach and accomplished NASCAR team owner, Joe Gibbs inspires us with his examples of leadership, teamwork, perseverance, hard work and values.

"We are safest, most secure, and most prosperous when our values and our interests are inextricably linked." – Condoleezza Rice

With amazing humor, Terry Bradshaw looks at attitude, adversity and relentless competition as to what makes us successful.

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.

Considered one of the most influential Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in history, Adm. Mike Mullen, USN (Ret.) takes a fresh approach to the most important issues of the 21st century—including America's global positioning and how...

A distinguished physicist, innovative professor and the first science laureate to serve as U.S. Secretary of Energy, Dr. Steven Chu offers audiences insight on our energy future—and how advances in science are the key to solving our most...

Decorated admiral and archetype of exemplary leadership, Adm. James Stavridis, USN (Ret.) provides answers and strategies to address the most pressing global affairs challenges.

A highly decorated general and one of the most prominent combat commanders in American history, Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA (Ret.) has dedicated his life to public service, leading military campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan and then serving...