Marla Blow is the president and chief operating officer of the Skoll Foundation, a group that invests in, connects, and supports social entrepreneurs and other social innovators who work together to develop audacious and just solutions to the most important issues facing the world. The Skoll Foundation aims to spark revolutionary social change. She was previously the founder and CEO... read full bio
As the first Black female member of the National Football League's on-field officiating staff, Maia created history. When the NFL asked her to join its Officiating Development Program, she was officiating college football games for the Pac-12 and Conference USA. At Renaissance Academy in Virginia, Maia is an award-winning health and physical education teacher who offers individualized support to at-risk... read full bio
As a tanker and cavalryman, Lieutenant General (retired) Mark Hertling spent 38 years in the United States Army, rising through the ranks from commander of the 7th Army to tank platoon leader on the East-West German border. After leading over 60,000 soldiers and collaborating with the Armies of 51 countries as the Commanding General of US Army, Europe (USAREUR), he... read full bio
Award-winning journalist Misha Glenny gained notoriety as the BBC's Central Europe Correspondent, covering the battles and revolutions in the former Yugoslavia in 1989. In addition to winning BT's Information Security Journalist of the Year award, he also holds a Sony Gold Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcasting. Governments and law enforcement organizations in Europe and the Americas frequently seek his advice... read full bio
Mariano Sigman is a world-renowned neuroscientist who is praised for his innovative contributions to our knowledge of the human brain and how it relates to different fields of culture and technology. With more than 150 scientific articles, he has worked with professionals in disciplines including gastronomy, music, athletics, and magic to apply neuroscience in novel ways. Bestsellers like "The Power... read full bio
With comedy based on his experiences as a farmer, barrel racer, boudoir photographer, patriotic Alabamian, and LGBTQ+ pioneer, Mathews is a rising star in the live comedy scene. He has amassed over 1 billion views on social media and more than 12 million fans. Following the success of tracks like "What a War" and "Joke's On Me," he is also getting... read full bio
For aficionados of techno, few names hold as much significance as Mark Reeve. The Drumcode icon has dedicated more than twenty years in Germany, honing his skills after departing the UK in search of a scene robust enough to accept the formidable, unyielding techno sound that characterizes his vision. Supported by prominent techno figures such as Adam Beyer, Sven Väth,... read full bio
Michael Grandinetti has wowed audiences around the country and the world with his incredible art of illusion. Michael is a truly passionate about his art, and he works hard to share his talent with both small and large audiences alike. Though he has been featured on such major television networks and shows as NBC’s The World’s Most Dangerous Magic II,... read full bio
The Manhattan Transfer have passed their 40th anniversary having produced over 29 albums and earned ten Grammy Awards over the span of their careers together. One of the most popular jazz recordings, Birdland", brought the group their first Grammy Award for Best Jazz Fusion Performance. They made music history by becoming the first group to win Grammy Awards for both... read full bio
Marilu Henner is an actress, radio host, and bestselling author. For more than twenty years, Henner has championed a vigorous, healthy lifestyle and has inspired millions of people along the way. She rose to national prominence with the role of Elaine Nardo in the television series Taxi and has maintained a successful film and TV career spanning 35 years. A... read full bio
Millions of Americans remember Mike Eruzione as the captain of the United States Olympic Hockey Team that beat the odds to win the Gold Medal at the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. It was his decisive winning goal that beat the Soviet team and stunned the world, becoming known as the famous ""Miracle on Ice"" game. Following the team's triumph,... read full bio
Michael Franks is a smooth jazz singer-songwriter from the United States, who has recorded with Who's Who of artists, such as Patti Austin, Brenda Russell, Art Garfunkel, and David Sanborn. His songs have been recorded by The Manhattan Transfer, Patti LaBelle, Carmen McRae, Diana Krall, Shirley Bassey and The Carpenters. After 22 years of smash hits and smooth jazz came... read full bio
Matt Biondi is a three-time U.S. Olympic swimmer in the 1984, 1988, and 1992 Summer Olympics, winning a total of 11 medals. He is a member of the United States Olympic Hall of Fame and the International Swimming Hall of Fame. In the 1988 Summer Olympics, Biondi equaled Mark Spitz as the second swimmer to win seven medals in one... read full bio
Mark Calcavecchia’s most notable achievement was in 1989, when he won The Open Championship, aka the British Open. winning a four hole playoff over Wayne Grady and Greg Norman. He finished second at the 1988 Masters Tournament to Sandy Lyle. Calcavecchia has won 13 times on the PGA Tour and 11 further times in other professional events. He spent over... read full bio
Max Weinberg is a drummer and television personality, most widely known as the longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and as the bandleader for Conan O'Brien on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien. His powerful but controlled playing on albums such as Born to Run and Born in the U.S.A. stabilized the... read full bio
Mavis Staples is an American rhythm & blues and gospel singer that has one of the most recognizable voices in contemporary music. She began her singing career as the lead vocalist to her family’s gospel band, The Staple Singers. They hit fame with their song “Uncloudy Day”, which was a best seller. They also sang popular songs like “Long Walk... read full bio
Mario Cantone is a stand-up comedian, writer and actor, with numerous appearances on Comedy Central, including Chappelle's Show. He also played Anthony Marentino on Sex and the City. His unique style is fast-paced and energetic, with much of the humor coming from his impersonations of various characters ranging from his family members, to celebrities, to stereotypes. He hosted a children's... read full bio
Michelle Rhee is heavily involved in the American education system. She is a public figure who has spent over twenty years trying to give children the knowledge and skills needed to compete in the fast pace world. Michelle began her teaching career after signing up with Teach for America. Rhee was founder and CEO of The New Teacher Project (TNTP),... read full bio
Mutemath is an American alternative rock band which started as a long-distance collaboration between Paul Meany in New Orleans, Louisiana and Darren King in Springfield, Missouri. King eventually moved to New Orleans to pursue collaboration with Meany. With the recruiting of additional band members, Mutemath worked in their New Orleans home studio writing and recording a whole new collection of... read full bio
John began experimenting with infrared light and lasers to convert motion into sound after traveling with the megagroup YES and its lead singer Jon Anderson. His patent invention, the "Hydra," was the result of his experiments. Since then, MOBIUS8 has given performances for Deadmau5, Dick Clark, Stan Lee, Steven Spielberg, Justin Timberlake, Armin Van Buure, and several Cirque du Soleil premiers. Additional... read full bio
