Cedric Levan Richmond is a prominent American attorney, politician, and political advisor who has served in various high-level government roles throughout his career. Born on September 13, 1973, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Richmond attended public schools in New Orleans East and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Morehouse College. While at Morehouse, Richmond was a standout... read full bio
Carter Nicholas Oosterhouse, born on September 19, 1976, is an American television personality and former model hailing from Traverse City, Michigan. He is best known for his role as a carpenter on the TLC series Trading Spaces, which gained him national fame. Since then, he has hosted a variety of other home improvement and how-to television shows, showcasing his extensive... read full bio
Carrie Ann Inaba is a versatile American television personality, dancer, choreographer, actress, and singer. Born on January 5, 1968, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Inaba is of mixed ethnicity, with Irish, Japanese, and Chinese roots. She grew up dancing from a young age, beginning with a "creative movement" class at three years old and dancing in her backyard that overlooked the Pacific... read full bio
Christine Williamson is a sports journalist who joined ESPN in October 2019. As a versatile anchor, she has hosted various ESPN programs, including SC on Snap, Countdown to GameDay, Hoop Streams, Rankings Reaction, The Wrap-Up, The Heisman Show, and more. In addition, she has anchored television editions of SportsCenter, showcasing her extensive knowledge of sports and journalism. Before joining ESPN, Williamson... read full bio
Christopher Ulmer is a passionate disability-rights advocate, former special education teacher, YouTuber, and the founder of the non-profit organization Special Books by Special Kids. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Ulmer attended Upper Moreland High School before enrolling in Pennsylvania State University where he majored in media effects. He later received a master's degree in special education from the University... read full bio
American culinary writer, chef, and YouTube sensation Claire Saffitz. She worked as a contributing editor for Bon Appétit magazine up until the middle of 2020 and appeared in various YouTube series for the publication, including Gourmet Creates, in which she reverse-engineered common snack foods to make gourmet versions of them. She has released two cookbooks after leaving the business, Dessert... read full bio
Born and raised in a small steel-mill town near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, James Malinchak has become a multi-millionaire motivational and business speaker and marketing coach. Despite his humble beginnings, James has risen to become one of the most sought-after speakers in America. James' journey to success began in 2001, when he discovered his passion for serving others. Since then, he has impacted... read full bio
Lance Allred, also known as “The Lion,” has a remarkable story of perseverance that has inspired audiences worldwide. As the first legally deaf player in NBA history, Lance is a living testament to the power of determination and grit. Despite being born with 80% hearing loss within a polygamist commune, Lance never allowed anyone to place limitations on him. He... read full bio
Laura Stack is a productivity consultant with over 20 years of experience in helping Fortune 500 companies develop high-performance cultures within their teams and organizations. As the President of The Productivity Pro, Inc., Laura specializes in time-management training, providing workshops and keynote speeches on topics such as increasing productivity, reducing stress, and saving time in the workplace. Laura is a sought-after... read full bio
Dan is a best-selling author and motivational keynote speaker, specializing in Sales, Leadership, and Productivity. Having been a two-time national champion as a college basketball player, Dan transferred his winning ways to the business world, becoming the country's top sales performer. With his engaging and entertaining style, Dan delivers customized keynote talks that provide attendees with actionable insights to improve their... read full bio
Corporate Bro is a popular social media personality known for his comedic videos and skits about the corporate world. His real name is Kyle, but he has remained anonymous and goes by his alter-ego, Corporate Bro, in all of his online content. Corporate Bro's rise to fame began when he started sharing his experiences as a sales executive on social media... read full bio
Cole Brown is a political commentator, writer, and author of the acclaimed book, Greyboy: Finding Blackness in a White World. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Cole spent his formative years in predominately white private schools and neighborhoods. However, his childhood summers were spent ping-ponging between relatives in Ethiopia and the Midwest, giving him a unique perspective on race and class... read full bio
Stephen Michael Lavin is an accomplished American men's college basketball coach and broadcaster. He was born on September 4, 1964, in San Francisco, and raised in Marin County. Lavin attended Sir Francis Drake High School in San Anselmo, where he was a member of the basketball team that won the 1982 California state championship with an undefeated record. Lavin began his... read full bio
Norm Clarke is a renowned American gossip columnist based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is best known for his column, "Vegas Confidential," which he wrote for the Las Vegas Review-Journal from 1999 to 2016. Today, he continues to share his insights and opinions on the entertainment capital of the world through his website, Norm Clarke's Vegas Diary. Clarke's career in the... read full bio
Colonel B.P. McCoy, USMC Retired is a highly-decorated military leader with 28 years of leadership experience. He is an accomplished and dynamic speaker on leadership, sharing his powerful strategies that can help any company achieve incredible success. BP is the author of The Passion of Command – The Moral Imperative of Leadership, a book that offers a unique and emotionally riveting... read full bio
Niurka is a transformational coach, speaker, and entrepreneur who has been empowering people for the last two decades to achieve their highest potential in all aspects of their lives. With a mission to inspire social transformation through inner evolution, she has guided hundreds of thousands of people to elevate the way they think, speak, and live. In 2000, Niurka launched her... read full bio
Charles Butler is the founder and CEO of Charles Jewelry, a luxury jewelry brand that specializes in creating bespoke pieces for discerning clients around the world. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Charles has built a reputation for his exquisite craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. As a master jeweler, Charles is known for his ability... read full bio
Since she was a young child, South African artist Tyla has always wanted to perform, sing and dance; now, thanks to her recent contract to Epic Records and a lot of hard work, her dreams are beginning to come true. Tyla is just the beginning of the music scene in South Africa, which is bursting with energy and innovation. Tyla Seethal had... read full bio
Dan Pashman is an award-winning host and creator of The Sporkful, a James Beard Award-nominated podcast about food, culture, and the way we eat. He is also the host of You're Eating It Wrong, a web video series for the Cooking Channel. Pashman's passion for food and storytelling led him to start The Sporkful in 2010. The podcast quickly gained a... read full bio
Damien Hooper-Campbell is an accomplished business leader and diversity advocate, currently serving as the Chief Impact Officer at StockX. With over 15 years of experience in strategy, operations, and diversity and inclusion, Hooper-Campbell has a track record of driving positive change within organizations. Prior to joining StockX, Hooper-Campbell held several senior leadership roles at tech companies, including Google and eBay. At... read full bio
