Helping Hands for the Blind was founded by Robert J. Acosta. Both he and his wife, Ruth Ann, were born blind, but have not only overcome their own handicaps in this area, but have dedicated a major portion of their lives to helping and working with the blind. Robert has spent 33 years in the teaching profession, and was employed... read full bio
Storme Warren is an American television and radio journalist best known as the host of GAC's Headline Country show. He is also the host of the Music Row Happy Hour on Sirius/XM Highway 59 Radio. In December 2009, The Tennessean wrote that Warren was the Dick Clark of Nashville." He hosted the inaugural "Music City New Year's Eve Bash on... read full bio
Yael Cohen Braun is the founder, president, and CEO of F*ck Cancer, an innovative health organization aiming to activate Gen-Y to engage with their parents about early detection, preventative lifestyles and communication around cancer. A former finance professional, Yael launched FCancer in 2009 after her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Determined to marshal strength for her mom, Yael... read full bio
Jeff Conley prepares people for a new way of working. He simplifies the most complex issues and creates a new willingness to think differently among team members and co-workers. Jeff has a authentic style that business people respond to. Armed with a turbo charged sense of humor and a unique perspective, Jeff changes the way people think by skillfully crafting... read full bio
One of the most influential and respected leaders in Israels history, Ehud Olmert became Prime Minister with a courageous vision: achieving prosperity through peace. Born in 1945, Olmert began his career in public service at only 28 years old, serving seven consecutive terms in the state legislature as a member of the Foreign Affairs, Defense, Finance and Education Committees, and... read full bio
Dr. Sheperd uses a humorous, non-traditional approach to focusing on stress. He challenges audiences to accept responsibility for their own lives, and gives them strategies to improve the quality of those lives. When it comes to working with issues around loss and grief and serious illness, Dr. Sheperd draws on his over twenty five years experience working with people in... read full bio
Michele Borba, Ed.D., the author of Building Moral Intelligence: The Seven Essential Virtues that Teach Kids to Do the Right Thing, is an internationally renowned consultant and educator who has focused primarily on strengthening children's character, self-esteem and achievement. A dynamic and highly sought-after speaker, she has presented keynote addresses and workshops to over half a million people around the... read full bio
Norris Beren is a well-known speaker, author, and chief executive coach in the transportation and logistics industry across the country. Expert in thinking leadership, Norris Beren assists motor carriers of all sizes in resolving issues related to driver turnover. Today, he will teach you how to: Receipt the Driver Turnover Revolving Door by Identifying the Threats to Retention. After more than 40... read full bio
As was the case with many Americans, Michael Hingson's life changed dramatically on September 11th. He and his Guide Dog Roselle were the lucky ones, however, in that they escaped the World Trade Center attack. As a WTC survivor and as a Guide Dog user, Michael was thrust into the international limelight. Michael and Roselle have appeared on Larry King... read full bio
Confidence, Communication, Conflict, Change, Sabotage in the Workplace, Gender Issues and Personal Finance are topics that Dr. Judith Briles presents from her thirty years of business and entrepreneurial experiences. She is an award winning author of twenty books, and and international motivational speaker who delivers her programs with content and humor. Recognized as an expert on workplace issues within the... read full bio
Jackie's Story On Thanksgiving weekend in November of 1985, I was flying to Cairo, Egypt from Athens, Greece, where I had attended a volleyball tournament with a group of students. At the time, I was a special education teacher at the Cairo American School. Ten minutes into EgyptAir Flight #648, three terrorists, calling themselves The Egypt Revolution," hijacked our... read full bio
Niki McCuistion is the President/CEO of the Foundation For Responsible Television, a foundation which focuses on issues oriented educational television programs that illuminate the concerns that touch peoples lives, socially, politically and economically. ... read full bio
Former Georgia Democratic congressman, Ben Jones is known for playing Cooter Davenport on the television show The Dukes of Hazzard. Jones has since returned to acting, in the films Primary Colors, The Dukes of Hazard: Reunion, and The Dukes of Hazard: Hazard in Hollywood. He also became a well-known writer, writing many political essays and a one-man play about Dizzy... read full bio
Rabbi David Barons engaging look at leadership, Moses on Management, draws on the practical wisdom of one of the most innovative managers the Western world has ever known. In fifty inspiring and practical lessons, Rabbi Baron brings the experiences of Moses to bear on the universal issues faced by todays managers and offers concrete solutions for success. Moses on Management... read full bio
Mary Buffett is a best-selling author, international speaker, consultant and environmental activist. She is the daughter-in-law of Warren Buffet, and has studied up close the investment methods of the worlds most successful investor. She learned the essence of his philosophy, how to capture, communicate and teach it, and has documented her understanding in a series of best-selling books. Buffett is... read full bio
An original partner at the Peppers and Rogers Group, Bruce Kasanoff created much of the methodology that underlies the firms 1to1_ consulting. Now widely praised for his own thought leadership, Kasanoff helps companies build sustainable, highly profitable relationships that can endure both economic downturns and fierce competition. A provocative speaker known for customizing presentations to meet the unique needs of... read full bio
Jennifer Chaparro creates unforgettable 3D images for every type of event. Chaparro began chalk painting as a fun activity with her two daughters, and it turned into a full time business. She began doing chalk art for special events, and has since won a long list of accolades, including a Maestro Certification from the Florida Chalk Artists Association, which certifies... read full bio
Dr. Lad is the head of The Ayurvedic Institute, recognized as one of the leading Ayurveda schools and Ayurvedic health spas outside of India. Vasant Lad brings a wealth of classroom and practical experience to the United States. A native of India, he served for three years as Medical Director of the Ayurveda Hospital in Pune, India. He was Professor... read full bio
Diane Isaacs applies her award-winning producing experience to create programs and content for The Miracle Project, a transformational theater arts program for children with autism, which was featured in the two-time Emmy Award-winning HBO documentary AUTISM: The Musical. With Elaine Hall, her Miracle Project partner, Isaacs co-wrote Seven Keys to Unlock Autism, which offers educators, parents, and other caregivers actionable... read full bio
Television personality, public relations expert, and professional speaker Vicki Hitzges delivers a solid business message with style, humor, and personal warmth. A success in the competitive world of television, she has co-hosted news and talk shows including Special Edition, the Dallas Cowboys' popular T.V. magazine. As a speaker, for over five years she trained Zig Ziglar Corporation's client's nationwide. Combining... read full bio
