Best known for her coverage of poverty, justice, and culture, Zinhle Essamuah is an Emmy-nominated journalist and filmmaker who is currently co-anchor of NBC News Daily and a correspondent for NBC News, covering NBC News NOW, Nightly News, and TODAY. Zinhle's investigative reporting has sparked real-world change. For example, her expose on Detroit's false landlord scams inspired a viewer to pay... read full bio
Known as "the Statesman of AI," De Kai is a trailblazing AI scientist. Three decades ago, De Kai, a pioneer in the modern science of artificial intelligence, created and implemented the first global online language translator. Along with addressing philosophical issues on the potential and concerns of humanity's new technology and how we can be empowered to influence our own... read full bio
The founder of Fisher Firm, Jefferson Fisher, is a Texas trial attorney with board certification. Jefferson has a great deal of experience as a trial lawyer, so he knows how to successfully communicate and persuade in high-stress situations. One of the most well-known figures in functional thinking for contemporary communication is him. In less than a year, Jefferson—who is known for his... read full bio
A recognized bipartisan leader who served in the administrations of four U.S. presidents -- Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush and Barack Obama -- Huntsman was the U.S. Ambassador to China and Singapore, followed by two landmark terms as Governor of Utah. Under his leadership, Utah earned national accolades for debt management, ranked #1 in job creation and... read full bio
Jon Huntsman, having served a Mormon mission in Taiwan (the Republic of China) is fluent in Mandarin Chinese, which earned him the position of the United States Ambassador to China in 2009, where he defied tradition by riding his motorcycle in lieu of an escort. He resigned the ambassadorship in 2011 in order to seek nomination of the Republican Party... read full bio
Dr. Ayesha Khanna is recognized around the world as one of the leading women in Artificial Intelligence Development. She is the co-founder and CEO of ADDO AI, named the leading AI development company in Asia by Forbe's magazine. Dr. Khanna is an active member of the World Economic Forum, Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority, and fo-founded the Hybrid Reality Institute.... read full bio
One of the most respected figures in American broadcast journalism, Jane Pauley served as co-host of NBC’s TODAY for thirteen years, anchored the Weekend Edition of NBC News, appeared as a regular substitute for Tom Brokaw on Nightly News, and hosted both “Time and Again,” a retrospective news program on MSNBC, and “Real Life with Jane Pauley,” a weekly newsmagazine.... read full bio
Over the past 30+ years, Dr. Ken Dychtwald has emerged as the foremost visionary and original thinker regarding the lifestyle, marketing, healthcare and workforce implications of the age wave. Ken Dychtwald is a psychologist, gerontologist, documentary filmmaker, entrepreneur and best-selling author of sixteen books on aging-related issues, including Bodymind, Age Wave: The Challenges and Opportunities of an Aging Society, Age... read full bio
Oscar-winning actress Geena Davis has made a name for herself as one of Hollywood's most prestigious and powerful figures. She has played legendary parts that have become cultural touchstones throughout her incredible career, displaying her talent and adaptability. For her performance of the odd dog trainer Muriel Pritchett in Lawrence Kasdan's The Accidental Tourist, Davis won the 1989 Academy Award for... read full bio
From 1981 to 1991, Jacques Attali was an advisor to President Francois Mitterrand. He subsequently cast doubt on Mitterrand's past as a mid-level Vichy government functionary in his retrospective of Mitterrand's career, C'tait Francois Mitterrand, published in 2005. In April 1991 he became the first President of the London-based European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the financial institution established by... read full bio
Russell Simmons, the business and cultural icon shares his experiences in and beliefs on success in Do You! 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success. Simmons has been instrumental in bringing hip-hop to every facet of business and media since its inception in the late 1970's, and with a major new digital initiative launching... read full bio
Aimee Mullins was recognized as one of the Greatest Women of the 20th Century at the Women's Museum in Dallas, honoring her success and contributions as an athlete. She holds world records in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash and long jump. Off the track, she was one of three nationally chosen high school students to receive full scholarships awarded by... read full bio
Hotelier, author, entrepreneur, and speaker Chip Conley has been an innovating force in the hospitality industry since founding Joie de Vivre Hospitality at the age of 26. After 24 years of heading the company as CEO, Conley became Airbnb's Global Head of Hospitality. Conley is the author of multiple books based on his business tactics including The Rebel Rules: Daring... read full bio
The office for Jared Cohen has asked that CTI not list them, give out pricing, information or availability. If you are interested in this celebrity only, please contact CTI directly and we can let you know the process needed to confirm a date with them.
Ashley Judd is an American television and film actress, humanitarian, political activist, and philanthropist. The daughter of country music singer Naomi Judd and the half-sister of Wynona Judd, Ashley Judd is best known for an ongoing acting career spanning more than two decades. She has increasingly become involved in global humanitarian efforts and political activism as well. Judd has starred... read full bio
John P. Kotter is internationally known and widely regarded as the foremost expert on the topics of Leadership and Transformation. He is the Konosuke Matsushita Professor of Leadership, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School and a graduate of MIT and Harvard. His is the premier voice on how the best organizations actually achieve successful transformations. Kotter co-founded Kotter International, a... read full bio
Nicholas Vujicic is an evangelist, author, and motivational speaker that truly inspires people with his story. Vujicic’s challenges started when he was born with tetra-amelia syndrome. The syndrome is characterized by being born with all four limbs missing. Not only did Nick have to deal with the typical challenges of school and adolescence; he also struggled with depression and loneliness... read full bio
Beau Willimon writes plays, screenplays, and produces. He is the creator of the Netflix original series House of Cards, where he also acts as executive producer and showrunner. Numerous Emmys, a Peabody, a Golden Globe, and a Writers Guild Award have all been won by House of Cards. Together with George Clooney and Grant Heslov, Willimon translated his play Farragut... read full bio
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Even though Terrence J was raised in North Carolina, there's no doubting the gifted artist has the natural hustle of his home New York City. An aspirational student of communications at the historically black North Carolina A&T State University, J (short for Jenkins) utilized a one-time appearance on "Savannah" as a launching pad for his breakthrough position as host of... read full bio
