Political Speakers

When divisions run deep and common ground is elusive, Michelle Lujan Grisham breaks through with the kind of leadership that creates momentum. As New Mexico's two-term governor, she's mastered the art of turning adversaries into allies and unlikely...

Drawing on two decades at the highest levels of public service, Andrea Palm delivers actionable insight on leadership, innovation, and navigating the complexity of Washington and the healthcare ecosystem. As Deputy Secretary of HHS, she drove transformation across...

Audiences experience an engaging, heartfelt journey from humble beginnings to global leadership. As the first person of color to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands, Shefali learned that true influence begins with empathy, courage, and connection. Shefali's...

From Reagan to Trump, Gérard Araud has lived diplomacy from the inside—beginning his diplomatic career under Reagan and later serving as France’s ambassador to the U.S. under President Obama and President Trump. He’s shaped strategy at the UN, navigated...

Dr. Brad Wenstrup’s career accomplishments bring insight into relevant issues of concern for all Americans. His service in Congress ranges from VA Mission Act, Intelligence Committee work, energy policy, healthcare policy, Chair of the Doctor’s Caucus, and leadership...

As a visionary in the digital world, who famously made history as the first female to serve as White House Chief Information Officer and is widely recognized as one of the nation’s most respected authorities on cybersecurity, Theresa...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Jeff Bush is known for his unique insights and his ability to translate difficult and confusing tax and fiscal information coming out of Washington, D.C., into winning growth strategies for business owners and executives. 

With nearly two decades covering business in Washington for The Wall Street Journal and a bestselling book, Brody Mullins explains how changes in the Republican and Democratic parties have uprooted business-as-usual in Washington and created new threats for...

Tobias Ellwood is a leading expert and commentator on foreign relations, military strategy, terrorism, defense, British politics, Ukraine, the Middle East, and NATO. His insights are informed by nearly two decades as a member of the UK Parliament,...

Michael Leach inspires audiences to reimagine leadership, resilience, and purpose through his extraordinary journey from the NFL sidelines to breaking barriers in the White House as its first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer. Rooted in faith and personal...

Sean Trende is one of the leading experts in contemporary American politics and elections. As Senior Elections Analyst for one of the most heavily trafficked political websites in the world, Trende is a high-demand advisor to governments, courts, and...