One of South Africa's more daring stand-up comedians, Cokey Falkow gained recognition after beginning his career in the late 90's. He developed a cult following by making appearances at a broad range of venues and other international comedy festivals. As a result, Cokey went on three national one-man tours, for which he won praise from critics at the Grahamstown National... read full bio
According to Neil Phillips, love is the solution to almost every problem. A cause for discomfort is a chance for development. Throughout his professional life, Neil has taken great care to manage his personal discomfort while delving deeply into the work of ending systematic racism and conducting the difficult but necessary dialogues that have the power to fundamentally alter both... read full bio
Amanda Brown was inspired by the legal students she saw at Stanford legal School to write the novel Legally Blonde, which served as the basis for the popular 2001 film of the same name. Stanford welcomes her because of her inventive film and the necessity for diversity in all its manifestations. Her perseverance ensures her success at Stanford, but not... read full bio
Hagen is where Jasmina Kuhnke was born. She writes comedy and sitcoms for TV and is also a columnist. Published by Rowohlt, her first book "Black Heart" Jasmina, performing as Quattromilf, which stands for "Mom I'd like to follow," is dedicated to combating racism and discrimination in public. Jasmina established the Sheroes Fund and the Amadeu Antonio Foundation after she... read full bio
John Sitilides is a Principal of Trilogy Advisors LLC in Washington, D.C., where he specializes in foreign affairs, geopolitical risk, and U.S. government relations. He is also a Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute's National Security Program. He is a professional speaker on geopolitical risk management and the business impacts of international security policies at corporate, investor, and... read full bio
Timothy Egan was raised in a family of nine by a father with the Irish quality of finding delight in the little things and a mother who cherished reading. He struggled through nearly seven years of intermittent college attendance while working on a farm, in a factory, and at a fast-food restaurant. He has written ten books. His most recent... read full bio
Dr. John Oda has devoted his time to working with at-risk teens, parents, and people dealing with emotional difficulties like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorder, clinical depression, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD after a distinguished 37-year career as a mental health professional. A group of behavioral scientists, social workers, life coaches, and counselors dedicated to enhancing mental health for the benefit of... read full bio
With a high energy and captivating delivery that includes just the right amount of comedy to keep the audience smiling and interested, Nathan Jamail encourages and stimulates the crowd. But what really sets Nathan's knowledge and instruction apart is his first-hand experience and real-world wisdom gained from over 25 years of leadership and sales involvement in the industry. Nathan has the... read full bio
Licensed therapist Kier Gaines uses his platform, which has 27 million views and is still increasing, to raise awareness of the value of mental health. Gaines has the rare capacity to use his position to both dispel the stigma and promote the importance of mental health. He has given innumerable people the confidence to take proactive steps to support their... read full bio
Poppi, the prebiotic soda company that is transforming soda for the next generation, was co-founded by Allison Ellsworth, who also serves as its chief brand officer. Poppi is a delightfully refreshing, scrumptious soda with 5 grams of sugar and 25 calories that is made with fruit juice and prebiotics. Allison worked in the oil and gas industry for seven years before... read full bio
Former Hearst Magazines president and publishing director Michael Clinton is currently the CEO of the Hearst Corporation's special media advisor. The best-selling book ROAR into the Second Half of Your Life – Before It's Too Late was written by him. Michael talks about his career as a passionate traveler, having visited 124 countries and completed marathons on seven continents, starting from... read full bio
Leading expert on the entertainment industry and the constantly changing media landscape, Matthew Belloni has a thorough awareness of how technology is affecting the sector and its wider economic ramifications. As a founding partner of Puck, a cutting-edge digital media firm situated at the nexus of Silicon Valley, Hollywood, New York, and Washington, Belloni is in a unique position to... read full bio
Devon Lévesque is a fitness enthusiast, philanthropist, and serial entrepreneur. After five years of working in the hotel industry, he started teaching customers on positive energy and his own health practices at the age of 23, which soon led to the launch of his first business. He is the founder of two businesses: Creator & Company, a digital marketing firm... read full bio
Gus Johnson, the primary play-by-play commentator for FOX Sports' coverage of college basketball and football, is arguably the most thrilling voice in all of sports broadcasting. Johnson has been the primary play-by-play commentator for college football on FOX Sports since 2011. He has also been the voice of the network's college basketball coverage since 2013, the year that FOX Sports... read full bio
After competing in the Pan Am Games at the age of 14, Kevin Yu became well-known across the country! Before going professional, he played in the US Open at Winged Foot and had a 3-win career at Arizona State. Yu, a top ball striker, earned his spot on the PGA TOUR for 2023 because to his impressive performance on the... read full bio
Since its founding in 1973, Vincent Stanley has played a significant role in Patagonia, the trailblazing outdoor clothing company, starting with key management positions and continuing to this day as Director of Patagonia Philosophy. Informally, he has been the main narrator for Patagonia for a long time. Stanley and Yvon Chouinard, his uncle and the creator of Patagonia, co-wrote The... read full bio
Kevin Surace is a highly regarded Silicon Valley innovator and entrepreneur. He’s been named INC Magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Year, a CNBC Innovator of the Decade, World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, Chair of Silicon Valley Forum, and Planet Forward Innovator of the Year nominee. Mr. Surce has been inducted into RIT’s Innovation Hall of Fame. His technical background includes pioneering... read full bio
Dr. Susan M. Love is a pioneer in the field of women's health and breast cancer. She is President and Medical Director of the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation. A former member of the National Cancer Advisory Board and one of the founding mothers of the breast cancer advocacy movement, Susan Love serves on the boards of the National Breast... read full bio
Bryant Gumbel is a highly respected broadcaster and has spent several decades hosting a wide variety of shows, giving him a birds-eye view not only of the media but also of American sports culture. From the world of sports to the politics of the day, Bryant Gumbel has anchored and reported from all corners of the globe. One of television's... read full bio
Kathleen Kennedy Townsen was the sixth Lieutenant Governor of the U.S. state of Maryland from 1995 to 2003. The eldest of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Skakel's 11 children, and the eldest grandchild of Joseph P. Kennedy and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, she is part of the Kennedy family. A life long advocate for women, children and the underserved, Kathleen Kennedy... read full bio
