The real meaning of growth is frequently concealed in our failures in a society that exalts success. Jacob breaks down the lessons he gained from his NFL career and his experience as an entrepreneur, demonstrating how accepting failure can be our strongest development accelerator. Jacob provides a thorough guide to not only establishing goals but also tenaciously pursuing and accomplishing them... read full bio
Traci Brown, CSP, has been recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the Top Deception Detection Experts in the Nation. This fraud-busting body language expert has been approached by NBC, CBS, and FOX to divulge secrets that are hidden in plain sight. Alongside the police, FBI, Army Green Berets, and others she feels couldn't disclose their CIA affiliation, she has... read full bio
Clinical psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud has a special talent for engaging audiences. He simplifies life's problems and provides clear, useful guidance by drawing on his extensive background in private practice, leadership consulting, and the media. Dr. Cloud's approach to psychology and spirituality is so successful because of his humor, compassion, and "in the moment" confrontation. Among the 25 books that Dr.... read full bio
A fervent teacher and pioneer of digital learning, Holly Clark has made important advances in the realm of educational technology. Holly is a popular author, a devoted supporter of digital learning, and an international speaker with more than 25 years of experience. She shared her skills and insights to assist other educators unleash their blended learning creativity. She was among... read full bio
Jennifer De Leon, the award-winning author of the young adult novels Borderless, Don't Ask Me Where I'm From, and featured on the TODAY show, was born to Guatemalan parents in the Boston area. Additionally, she wrote White Space: Essays on Culture, Race, & Writing, which was awarded the University of Massachusetts Press's Juniper Prize. She is now working on a... read full bio
Jaclyn Gallo is a popular life coach, author, and keynote speaker. In addition to publishing two best-selling books and mentoring hundreds of women, Gallo has given speeches on more than 125 stages across seven nations, including the TEDX stage. Forbes, Elite Daily, Bustle, and Washington Business Journal have all profiled her, and Good Morning Washington has highlighted her book. In... read full bio
People need to be reminded of how to achieve and maintain top performance in all facets of their life in this hectic environment. That's exactly what Kay's engaging, humorous, and inspirational keynote speeches do! This outstanding speaker provides practical, real-world answers to the problems that your workers face. Kay is a speaker who will create an inspiring message that resonates with... read full bio
Kyla Guru is already reassessing AI, digital privacy, and cybersecurity. After learning that 90% of cyberattacks were the result of human error at the age of 14, Kyla became passionate about human-centered security. In order to address this, Kyla established Bits N' Bytes Cybersecurity Education Corp (BNBCE), a global 501(c)(3) organization that provides curriculum to more than 1,000 schools and maintains... read full bio
Without cutting corners, making compromises, or postponing delight, Garrett Gunderson assists people in winning the money game. Taking care of your finances can seem difficult, even frightening. For 25 years, Gunderson has helped people find money that is rightfully theirs, stop financial leaks, and profit from ideas up front so they can keep more of what they make. Garrett outlines the... read full bio
Craig Grossi, a Marine Corps veteran, popular author of Craig & Fred and Second Chances, Purple Heart recipient, and Georgetown University alumnus, was raised in the Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C. In Sangin, Afghanistan, Craig was part of a top-tier US Marine unit. His most perilous job was Sangin, not the location where he expected to meet Fred, an amazing stray... read full bio
Jessica Groopman is a founding partner of the San Francisco-based technology research firm Kaleido Insights and an industry analyst. Jessica has anthropology training and focuses on how developing technologies affect people, businesses, and society. Digital inclusion and DEI, Web3 and blockchain, AI/machine learning, and regenerative business and sustainability in digital transformation are some of the topics she has recently covered.... read full bio
As the Kroll Institute's Global Chief Economist, Megan Greene provides advice on how global macroeconomic events and policies may affect the company's and its clients' business services. In addition to teaching at the European University Institute and Schwarzman College (Tsinghua University), she is a Senior Fellow at Brown University's Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs. She works at Chatham... read full bio
Cortney Harding is a highly sought-after specialist in assisting companies in utilizing virtual reality, spatial computing, and artificial intelligence. She has developed conversational AI-powered avatars for Amazon, Delta, and McDonald's, as well as virtual reality training scenarios for Lowe's, Walmart, PWC, Target, and other companies on subjects like racial bias, mental health, workplace exclusion, child abuse, and Black maternal mortality.... read full bio
With his most recent book, Get Ignited: Your Blueprint for Discovering Purpose and Manifesting Dreams, Brian Heat, a dynamic inspirational speaker, educator, trainer, and Amazon Best Selling author, transforms audiences by incorporating intense motivational and cinematic themes that make his presentations unforgettable and transformative! Through his thought-provoking keynotes, trainings, books, online content development, and innovative stage performances, Brian shares his God-given... read full bio
Robyn Hatcher is an award-winning actor, thought leader, author, communication specialist, and compelling keynote speaker. Robyn changes the culture of companies in the financial services sector and beyond, as well as the careers of corporate executives. She inspires through her more than 15 years of expertise in the entertainment sector and her training as a licensed practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.... read full bio
Calvin (Bud) Marshall Trillin is an American journalist, humorist, and novelist. He is best known for his humorous writings about food and eating, but he has also written serious journalism, comic verse, and several books of fiction. Trillin attended public schools in Kansas City and went on to Yale University, where he served as chairman of the Yale Daily News... read full bio
Nataly Kogan is author of the book “Happier Now: How to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Everyday Moments (Even the Difficult Ones)” and Co-founder and CEO of Happier, Inc., and a Board Advisor of Nurturing Minds in Africa. Prior to her current roles Kogan has been Vice President of Where, Inc., a Senior Program Manager for Microsoft Labs, and a... read full bio
Todd Buchholz is a well-known author, financial analyst, and economist who has worked extensively in the public and commercial sectors. He shaped economic strategies and policies during a vital time in American history as the former director of economic policy for the White House. The beginning of Buchholz's career in economics was his academic endeavors. He received a master's in economics... read full bio
Kathleen Daelemans is a celebrity chef. She has made a name for herself in the healthy cooking area of the culinary arts. Her recipes are always found in health and fitness magazines. Richard Sax, Roy Yamaguchi and others have showcased Daelemans' recipes in books featuring West Coast, Pacific Rim and American Regional cooking. When it comes to healthy cooking and... read full bio
Top Reason To Book Michael: Event needs * Your audience is the midst of a reframe/re-think/reposition/reinvention * You have a theme of innovation, change, or community-building for your event * You have a difficult or complex high-stakes message that needs to be conveyed * You want an interactive experience where people authentically connect with each other * You want a digital native who can talk... read full bio
