Neal Petersen discusses developing winning strategies, valuing diversity, overcoming fear to accomplish the seemingly impossible, and raising the bar as he takes the difficulties facing his clients' companies and combines them with targeted messaging that produces outcomes and an amazing experience. Neal helps clients move their staff and consumers ahead into positive action by using a well-crafted personal tale of... read full bio
Naomi Klein | Wondering what is really going on with the US and the rest of the world Klein, an award-winning journalist, columnist, and author of the international bestseller, The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism, reveals the flaws of globalization. Drawing clear lines between past, present, and potentially future shock doctrines, she shows how governments have manipulated natural... read full bio
Monty Roberts possesses a deep knowledge of our abilities to communicate with a horse. He works tirelessly to send his message around the world in an effort to create an environment of understanding of our horses and of people. Hundreds of thousands of people have been amazed by Monty's educational efforts.... read full bio
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With a track record of success in Fortune 10 businesses, Linda has built teams and led talent development programs that promote efficiency and business expansion. Her areas of expertise include developing high potential leaders, transforming cultures, and creating talent systems that are supported by science and data and improve leadership ability. She is a globally renowned authority on the development... read full bio
In addition to being the co-founder of TopRank Marketing, a premier B2B marketing business that works with some of the biggest names in the world, Lee Odden is a B2B marketing evangelist, author, and international speaker. Acknowledged by Forbes, The Economist, and the Wall Street Journal, Lee has presented in twenty different countries, written over 1.4 million words on blogs... read full bio
Nationally renowned chef and entrepreneur, Chef Ray Garcia, was recently named Esquire Magazine's ""Chef of the Year"". A Los Angeles native, Garcia's culinary work is inspired by the city's rich culture, Southern California's produce, and his classic training. He serves bright, bold, and ingredient-driven Mexican-American food to customers at his restaurants Broken Spanish and BS Taqueria. Chef Ray is celebrated... read full bio
Anthony Lake was named the Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), following his nomination by President Obama. Since his entrance, he has been active in his efforts to refocus investment towards the most disadvantaged children, and reducing the deaths of children. Dr. Lake most recently served as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, and Distinguished... read full bio
Linda Fairstein, former prosecutor and best-selling crime novelist, is Americas foremost expert on crimes of violence against women and children. For three decades, she served in the office of the New York County District Attorneys Office, where she was Chief of the Sex Crimes Prosecution Unit. In that position, Ms. Fairstein supervised the investigation and trial of every Manhattan case... read full bio
Marianne Williamson is an internationally acclaimed author and lecturer. She has published nine books, four of which - including the mega bestseller A Return to Love and Everyday Grace - have been #1 New York Times bestsellers. Her titles also include Illuminata, A Woman's Worth, and Healing the Soul of America. She also edited Imagine: What American Could Be in... read full bio
After years of homelessness and drug addiction, motivational speaker Mark Lundholm found himself living in a halfway house. Finding that poking fun at his lifestyle helped him cope with his struggles, he quickly emerged as an incredibly talented and energetic entertainer and comedian. Since his recovery, he has performed in five countries and 49 states, appeared on Showtime and Comedy... read full bio
Kayce Freed Jennings is co-founder and executive vice president of The Documentary Group, an independent production company. Formerly married to the late journalist Peter Jennings, she is also a coeditor of the recently published biography Peter Jennings: A Reporter’s Life. With deep connections to the nonprofit world, Jennings has worked with The Coalition for the Homeless, Teach for America, Jazz... read full bio
Negotiate Like the Pros Never pay too much, settle for too little, or give in too soon again. John Patrick Dolan teaches powerful negotiation skills that everyone can use. Sales Professional, Legal Professionals, and Business Leaders rave about the practical, effective and easy to use content of Dolan's compelling presentations. He comments on weird statutes, ridiculous verdicts, and extraordinarily bizarre... read full bio
Kare Anderson is a former Wall Street Journal and NBC reporter who won an Emmy. She is currently a Forbes columnist, speaker, and book on connected conduct and quotability. With over 2.2 million views, Anderson's TED presentation, The Web of Humanity: Be an Opportunity Maker, has gained significant attention. The Skoll Foundation, Novartis, Salesforce, and other diversified companies are among... read full bio
Speaking on business, baseball, and the instructive overlap between them, Jonah Keri reveals the essential difference between winning and losing strategies. On stage, he draws on his bestselling books Up, Up, and Away and The Extra 2% to deliver an expert and practical keynote, charged with the minute-by-minute excitement of watching a no-hitter unfold. He provides a timeless look at... read full bio
Jane Smiley turned fifty just in time for the new millennium. Jane moved to the suburbs of St. Louis, Missouri, as an infant, and lived there through grammar school and high school . After getting her BA at Vassar College in 1971, she traveled in Europe for a year, working on an archeological dig and sight-seeing, then returned to... read full bio
Ido Leffler is an extremely successful businessman, counselor, and investor who has a strong commitment to social impact. He is a co-founder of multiple businesses, such as Yoobi, Yes To Inc., Cheeky, Brandless, and Beach House Group, all of which have distinct social missions. His co-authorship of Get Big Fast and Do More Good: Start Your Business, Make It Huge,... read full bio
Raised in Costa Rica and Los Angeles, Govind Armstrong is one of the nation’s brightest cooking stars, noted for his commitment to market-driven California-style cuisine. Creator of the Table 8 brand of restaurants, Armstrong is currently the executive chef and owner of 8 Oz Burger Bars in Los Angeles and South Beach. He plans on expanding to California, Arizona, and... read full bio
