The most well-known accomplishment of Cheri Kaufman, a prosperous businesswoman, innovator, and influential figure worldwide, is her co-founding of Kaufman Astoria Studios in New York, which she transformed into the biggest film and television studio on the East Coast. The studio is well-known for producing shows like Succession, The Irishman, and Sesame Street, as well as GIVE, which was nominated... read full bio
Cameron Brink, who was chosen #2 overall in the WNBA Draft, is the newest member of the Los Angeles Sparks and one of the most well-known and significant athletes in the world. Cameron is a successful basketball player, businesswoman, and supporter of women and girls. She is a champion on the court and a future businesswoman off it. Cameron received two... read full bio
NBCUniversal's vice chairman is Bonnie Hammer. She uses her extensive industry connections, solid business and creative experience, and enduring dedication to prosocial advocacy as a strategic advisor to advance corporate goals. Hammer has worked in every aspect of the television industry for more than 40 years, and she is frequently called upon to position new platforms for success. In... read full bio
Eunique Jones Gibson is a storyteller, brand builder, and cultural architect whose ground-breaking campaigns have sparked movements around the world. Because of Them, We Can® (BOTWC), an award-winning campaign that encourages individuals to rethink their potential, was introduced by Eunique. The multimedia platform, which was established during Black History Month with the goal of enabling the next generation to respect the... read full bio
After his Humvee exploded a hidden landmine, Master Sergeant Israel "DT" Del Toro's struggle for survival started on the side of a mountain close to Qalat, Afghanistan. In addition to losing digits on both hands, he had third-degree burns over 80 percent of his body. In order to keep him conscious until DT was airlifted out, his teammates reminded him... read full bio
Former elementary school teacher Sarah Hernholm is now an entrepreneur. She quit teaching to start the global nonprofit organization Whatever It Takes, or WIT. Sarah works with audiences worldwide at WIT who want to use their ideas and voice to start social movements, non-profits, and/or enterprises. WIT also emphasizes fostering the development of soft skills, emotional intelligence, and an entrepreneurial... read full bio
Leigh is the primary play-by-play commentator for the NASCAR Cup Series on NBC, making him one of the most reputable voices in racing. Diffey was the primary analyst for NBC's INDYCAR, which included the Indianapolis 500, before he began calling NASCAR races. Diffey, who isn't afraid of fast-paced sports, calls Olympic Track & Field for NBC. Diffey, an Australian native,... read full bio
Professional sports and business are two domains that Kristen Faulkner blends to create captivating, powerful presentations that encourage spectators to place their own bets. A Harvard graduate who grew up in a small fishing village in Alaska, Kristen's tale is one of tenacity, audacious choices, and overcoming adversity. Kristen quit her lucrative venture capital job to become a professional cyclist, and... read full bio
Kim Strobel is dedicated to using the science of leadership and happiness to change people's lives. As a well-known keynote speaker, happiness coach, and leadership consultant across the world, Strobel helps people and businesses rediscover their pleasure, improve performance, and build strong, mission-driven cultures. Strobel, who has been a teacher, curriculum director, and CEO of Strobel Education for more than 20... read full bio
Ball Family Farms, the first vertically integrated cannabis facility in Los Angeles with a Social Equity license, was founded by Chris Ball. Mr. Ball is a successful businessman and creative grower. In order to support himself while playing football in junior college, the Southern California native started selling cannabis as a teenager. He then received a scholarship to play at... read full bio
Austin, Texas-based Jenna Palek is well-known for her lively, young material. Jenna founded the Fun on Weekdays podcast because she loves to live life to the fullest and promotes spontaneity every day of the week. Her sizable and active fan base looks to her for advice on lifestyle, fashion, and everything else.... read full bio
The goal of Rohit Bhargava is to encourage more unconventional thinking worldwide. He is widely regarded as one of the most unique and engaging speakers on trends, innovation, and marketing in the world. He is a three-time Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of ten books. In order to transform the way teams and leaders think at the World... read full bio
The author of the popular book Ecommerce Reimagined, Sharon Gai, counsels businesses on innovation strategies and helps them develop a Culture Fluidity. International keynote speaker Sharon Gai focuses on AI, digital transformation, and e-commerce. She was previously the General Manager of a billion-dollar e-commerce unicorn and the Head of Global Key Accounts at Alibaba. Throughout her career, she has counseled heads... read full bio
Author, designer, and artist Ally Hilfiger is the daughter of fashion designer and businessman Tommy Hilfiger. In her poignant memoir, Bite Me: How Lyme Disease Stole my Childhood, Made Me Crazy, and Almost Killed Me, she detailed her lifetime struggle with the illness. It is regarded as one of the most honest and brave depictions of the illness. As a child,... 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
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
Jeff Rubin has been the top-ranked economist in Canadian financial markets for more than a decade. Rubin recently stepped down as Chief Economist at CIBC World Markets to devote his time exclusively to speaking and writing on economic issues. He is the author of the path-breaking book, Why Your World Is About To Get A Whole Lot Smaller, as well... read full bio
A popular humorist, Dave Barry has poked fun at an array of topics, from bad songs to historical events. A writer who has built a career out of finding the humor in nearly everything, Dave Barry grew up wanting to be a writer. His famous sense of humor emerged early on. Barry landed his first newspaper job at the Daily... read full bio
Mary Higgins Clark's books are world-wide bestsellers. In the U.S. alone, her books have sold over 85 million copies. She is the author of twenty-seven previous suspense novels. Her first book, a biographical novel about George Washington, was re-issued with the title, Mount Vernon Love Story. Her first children's book, Ghost Ship, was published as a Paula Wiseman Book/Simon &... read full bio
