Jon Acuff has contributed his knowledge to recognized international organizations for an amazing 19 years, helping them to effectively communicate their stories. His skill at telling stories has benefited well-known companies like The Home Depot, Bose, Staples, and the Auto Trader team. He has recently spoken before crowds all around the country, making a lasting impression on events hosted by... read full bio
For Jon and Michael Galluccio, the most difficult aspect of accepting their homosexuality was abandoning dreams of fatherhood and a family. Jon and Michael always knew they wanted more, so they began a life together with little support and no role models. Throughout their relationship they gained the tools necessary to take on their biggest challenge, the adoption of Adam,... read full bio
Jolly Kunjappu is many things, a percussionist, composer, performance artist, business coach, and keynote speaker. Through his work as a keynote speaker and performance artist, Kunjappu is known for his impulse speeches where he talks on personality development, cross-culture, team-building and communication. Through his speeches, he also blends in his musical talents, as well as painting. As a musician, Kunjappu... read full bio
Joi Ito is a Japanese activist, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and Director and Professor at MIT Media Lab. He was born in Kyoto, Japan, and ended up living in the United States when he was around three. Growing up, Ito’s father was a research scientist and his mother was a secretary for Energy Conversion Devices, Inc., now known as Ovonics. Being... read full bio
Johnny Earle is the CEO of Johnny Cupcakes, and is an award-winning entrepreneur. Growing up, Earle knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur and had started over 16 businesses before he was 16. After high school, Earle joined a band and started working at a local comic store where he earned the name Johnny Cupcakes. From there, he started his... read full bio
Dr. Johnny Wimbrey is a motivational speaker, trainer, author, and has multiple #1 best-selling books. Over the past 25 years, Dr. Wimbrey has inspired thousands of people on stages at convention centers, coliseums, arenas, and stadiums that are spread over five continents and more than 50 nations. Johnny's background is comparable to those of well-known orators. For instance, during an event... read full bio
Johnny Quinn is an American U.S. Olympian bobsledder, professional speaker, author, and former gridiron football player. He has competed in the Winter Olympics and is a member of the U.S. National Bobsled Team. In high school, Quinn was a big part of his school's football and track and during his time there, he played in the Oil Bowl. From there,... read full bio
Johnny Herbert is a genuine racing hero who has experience with pressure and heartbreaking defeats. His captivating and motivational attitude will captivate both business professionals and enthusiasts. He is a member of a select group of British drivers who have achieved success in Formula 1. At the tender age of ten, he started competing in kart races. His skill was... read full bio
The Society for Human Resource Management's President and CEO is Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP. He is also the author of the No. 1 best-selling book Reset: A Leader's Guide to Work in an Era of Upheaval. In the workplace, SHRM promotes social and economic change and creates cooperative work cultures that benefit both employers and workers. The Society has a... read full bio
The group Room to Read, founded by John Wood, holds the motto "World Change Starts with Educated Children." John founded Room to Read after resigning from his role as Microsoft's Greater China region's Director of Business Development. After serving more than 30,000 schools and communities over the course of 17 years, John's choice to assist a headmaster in Nepal in... read full bio
Born in southern China, John Woo grew up in Hong Kong, where he began his film career as an assistant director in 1969, working for Shaw Brothers Studios. He directed his first feature in 1973 and has been a prolific director ever since, working in a wide variety of genres before A Better Tomorrow (1986) (aka A Better Tomorrow") established... read full bio
John Whyte, M.D. is a board-certified practicing physician who works in both public and private sectors on health and health policy issues. He is the Chief Medical Officer of WebMD and he develops and expands on strategic partnerships that create change in health issues. Dr. Whyte is also a commenter and writer on medical issues and has authored the two... read full bio
John Whyte, M.D. is the Chief Medical Officer of WebMD and a board-certified practicing physician who has worked in both the private and public sectors on health and health policy issues for nearly 30 years. Over the course of his career, Whyte has been a researcher, educator, media executive and regulator and he brings a unique perspective to the private... read full bio
John Waters is an electric vehicle pioneer, energy strategy consultant, and engineer and design leader of GM’s EV-1 Electric Car. He is an entrepreneur and business development professional who has experience in enterprise development, strategic planning, and production of engineered products and solutions. He is currently researching and development lightweight, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Prior to working as a CEO... read full bio
John Varvatos is an American menswear designer who is best known for his self-titled label. Varvatos was born in Detroit, Michigan, and he began his career selling mens clothing at a Hughes & Hatcher store in Dearborn. He went on to study at Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan and after earning his degree, he co-founded the menswear... read full bio
John Underkoffler is a technology researcher with MIT. He has worked for a variety of popular films, including Minority Report, The Hulk, and Iron Man, to give real-world insight into the technologies of the future. Underkofflers work has earned him a National Design Award, as his forward-thinking imagination has turned into real-world developments and applications. Now, Underkoffler is an inspiring... read full bio
John Tamiazzo, Ph.D., is an author and doctor who is an expert in the fields of human potential, health, wellness, imagination, and transpersonal psychology. Transpersonal psychology is the study of the states of our consciousness during dreams, love, hypnosis, imagination, meditative states, spirituality, and transcendence. Tamiazzo has been the program director for the Calabasas Neuropsychiatric Institute, Woodview Calabasas Psychiatric Hospital,... read full bio
John Taft is a well-known figure in the financial services sector and currently holds the position of Vice Chairman at Baird, one of the top worldwide financial services companies. Taft has amassed considerable knowledge and leadership ability in the industry over the course of a successful career spanning decades. He further cemented his reputation as a reputable leader in the... read full bio
During his outstanding eight year career with the New York Knicks, John Starks was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team, became an NBA All-Star, and was awarded the Leagues Sixth Man of the Year. He averaged 14.1 points per game, while leading the Knicks in three point goals (982). In addition, he remains 11th in total points (8,489), 8th... read full bio
John Spence is a business thought leader who has been named by the American Management Association as one of America’s Top 50 Leaders to Watch. He is also a consultant and coach to organizations around the world from startups to the Fortune 10. Spence travels around the world to help people and businesses be more successful. He is also author... read full bio
