Born in Miami, Florida, Les Brown and his twin brother, Wes, were adopted at six weeks of age by a single woman who had very little education and financial means, but a very big heart. As a child, he was mislabeled as a slow learner. This stigma stayed with him, damaging his self-esteem to an extent that took him years... read full bio
An activist and social entrepreneur named Zainab Salbi has the ability to have a significant impact on the world. Her passion and commitment to reestablishing communities after conflict, one woman at a time, are fueled by her personal experience as a war survivor. She has inspired hundreds of women to join her in assisting female war survivors in rebuilding their... read full bio
Ian Bremmer, the president of Eurasia Group and the inventor of Wall Street's first-ever global political risk index, is a sought-after expert on international risk management who understands the global political and economic scene. Eurasia Group, a global political risk research and consultancy organization, was founded and is led by Bremmer. His firm delivers information and analysis on how political developments... read full bio
Dr. Jennifer Ashton is a renowned board-certified Ob-Gyn and CBS News Medical Correspondent with a career spanning more than two decades. Dr. Ashton’s expertise and experience have made her a trusted medical commentator and guest expert on major television and radio networks such as CBS, FOX News, and PBS. As CBS News Medical Correspondent, Dr. Ashton has reported on several significant... read full bio
Phil Stutz and Barry Michels are authors of the New York Times Bestseller THE TOOLS: Transform Your Problems Into Courage, Confidence, and Creativity. Each tool is a specific procedure used to combat a specific problem and allows you to move from avoidance to action, tapping into potential that truly gets results. Stutz and Michels identified the fundamental problems their clients... read full bio
Coco Rocha's modeling career has been a dream come true for the past fifteen years. She has photographed covers, editorials, and campaigns for the most prestigious magazines, brands, and photographers in the world in addition to walking the runway for every big designer. In addition to being named model of the year by Elle and Marie Claire, French Vogue recognized... read full bio
Richard Florida is an American urban studies theorist. Florida's focus is on social and economic theory. He is currently a professor and head of the Martin Prosperity Institute at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. He is best known for his concept of the creative class and urban regeneration. Prof. Florida received a PhD from Columbia... read full bio
Peter Zeihan is an expert on geopolitics- particularly global energy, demography and security. His perspectives unite the realities of geography and populations to a meaningful comprehension of how global politics affect markets and economic trends, giving industry leaders the ability to navigate today’s complex mix of geopolitical risks and opportunities. He has worked for a variety of establishments, from the... read full bio
Mick Ebeling is regarded as a brilliant luminary who made an immeasurable contribution to societal advancement, technology, and creativity. Ebeling's enormous influence as the founder and CEO of Not Impossible Labs is built on his unflinching dedication to approaching apparently impossible tasks with unwavering ingenuity. The story of Ebeling exemplifies the idea of overcoming apparently insurmountable obstacles. "Not Impossible: The Art... read full bio
In the field of innovation, Lisa Bodell is a trailblazing visionary leader. She has reshaped how businesses approach innovation and change as the founder and CEO of FutureThink. Lisa is a driving force behind some of the most innovative corporate efforts because of her natural ability to simplify complexity and spark revolutionary thought. Lisa Bodell has devoted her professional life to... read full bio
Susan Cain is a well-known speaker and author who made history by supporting introverts. Her best-selling book, "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking," has made her a well-known spokesperson for those who are frequently misunderstood in Western culture. This ground-breaking book illuminates the virtues of introverts by providing insights into their special traits and... read full bio
Talented actress and model Yara Shahidi has established herself in the entertainment sector, becoming well-known after appearing in commercials for Disney, Guess Kids, Target, McDonald's, and other brands. Shahidi had her acting debut in the iconic HBO series "Entourage," and since then, she has made appearances in a number of well-known TV programs, including "In the Motherhood," "The First Family," "Scandal," "The... read full bio
Ginger Hardage is renowned for her significant contributions to philanthropy, organizational culture, and communication. She has had a tremendous career spanning decades, serving as the acclaimed Global Board Chair of Ronald McDonald House Charities, the founder of Unstoppable Cultures, and the former Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications at Southwest Airlines. Ginger Hardage was the driving force behind Southwest Airlines'... read full bio
David Farrier is a television host, journalist, producer, and director, from New Zealand. He is best known for being the host and executive producer of the Netflix series, “Dark Tourist”, and for playing himself and directing the documentary film, “Tickled”. Prior to directing and hosting his own shows, Farrier has been a journalist for New Zealand news outlets like, “3... read full bio
For his deep influence on the corporate world, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, a towering figure in the fields of leadership and management, has won praise on a global scale. His standing as a premier thought leader has been cemented by his recent selection as the #1 leadership thinker and the #7 business thinker at the annual Thinkers 50 ceremony, sponsored by... read full bio
The Wiseman Group, a renowned research and development company tucked away in the heart of Silicon Valley, is run by Liz Wiseman, who serves as its president. She has conducted extensive research in this area, which is the focus of her significant work on collective intelligence and leadership. This interest in leadership transcends the boundaries of academic study as Wiseman... read full bio
Amy Goodman is an American broadcast journalist, columnist, reporter, and author. She is best known for being a host and executive producer for Democracy Now!, and some of what she has covered in her career including the East Timor independence movement and the Chevron Corporations role in Nigeria. Being born into a family that was always about social action, Goodman... read full bio
Ayesha Curry is an American-Canadian actress, cook, cookbook author, and television personality. She is the wife of huge NBA star Steph Curry and is best known for her show on the Food Network, “Ayesha’s Homemade”. One of Curry’s first acting gigs was in Suga Prince’s song “Too Young for Love”. She went on to be seen in series such as,... read full bio
Rory Kennedy is an American documentary filmmaker and daughter of Robert Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy. Although Rory was unable to meet her father, she relates to his mission and focuses on creating documentary films that center on social issues. Issues that she has focused on include, addiction, mental illness, human rights, domestic abuse, political corruption, poverty, nuclear radiation, politics of... read full bio
Yorgos Lanthimos is a Greek filmmaker, theatre and video director, producer, and screenwriter. He has been nominated for four Academy Awards for his work in films, “Dogtooth”, “The Lobster”, and “The Favourite”. Lanthimos originally studied business administration but then went on to study film and television directing at Hellenic Cinema and Television School Stavrakos in Athens. He went on to... read full bio
