Brett Crozier, a former Navy combat fighter pilot and current top corporate and nonprofit leader, has extensive knowledge of operational risk management, military culture, and how to lead large, diverse, and high-risk companies. When COVID-19 spread like wildfire throughout the USS Theodore Roosevelt, the most prestigious nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in the US fleet, Crozier was also its commanding officer. As a... read full bio
A visionary leader committed to promoting financial opportunity for everyone is Thasunda Brown Duckett. She serves as the president and CEO of TIAA, a prominent provider of outcome-focused investing solutions and safe retirement plans to thousands of institutions and millions of individuals. Duckett's illustrious career is defined by her unwavering dedication to empowering communities and increasing access to financial resources.... read full bio
Kate Bowler, PhD, is a professor of American Religious History at Duke University, the host of the acclaimed Everything Happens podcast, and a four-time New York Times bestselling author. She is also the epitome of humanity. After several years of being told her disease was incurable, she was certified cancer-free. However, Kate's life cannot be returned to its previous state.... read full bio
Dr. Luana has become a formidable presence on the international speaking circuit thanks to her dynamic combination of scholarly depth and personal charm. She is renowned for her enthralling presence and compelling storytelling, which skillfully combines the elements of her professional experience and personal journey to motivate her listeners to change. Dr. Luana's message gains authenticity and depth from her personal... read full bio
Charles Frank Bolden Jr. is a former NASA administrator, retired U.S. Marine Corps Major General, and a former astronaut who has flown on four Space Shuttle missions. Bolden was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and he earned his B.S. degree in Electrical Science from the U.S. Naval Academy and went on to earn his M.S. degree in Systems Management from... read full bio
Travis Fieldyen Mills was a member of the United States Army before sustaining a severe injury when an improvised explosive device went off nearby. This resulted in him becoming a quadruple amputee, losing both legs and portions of his arms. Many have heard his story and find inspiration in his ability to find strength and positivity. The fact is, he’s... read full bio
Robert Safian is editor and managing director of the award-winning monthly business magazine Fast Company. He oversees all editorial operations, in print and online, and plays a key role in guiding the magazine's advertising, marketing, and circulation efforts. Safian was honored by Crain's New York Business as one of the “40 Under 40” top young business executives in New York... read full bio
Brent Gleeson is a complex person with a unique trajectory that spans many industries, from journalism and writing to entrepreneurship and military service. He has demonstrated bravery, tenacity, and leadership in the face of adversity as a highly decorated Navy SEAL Combat Veteran. Brent Gleeson transitioned into a new phase of his life after serving in the elite Navy SEALs, using... read full bio
When Swan was just six years old, she and her family moved from Hong Kong to Boston. Swan enjoyed science and spent a lot of time discussing topics like space and the universe at a time when it wasn't "cool" to be intelligent. Swan, who was a bit of an outcast as a child, grew up with a strong sense of... read full bio
Linda Ellerbee is an outspoken journalist, award-winning television producer, best-selling author, one of the most sought-after speakers in America, a breast cancer survivor and a mom. In March 2000, the first three books of Ellerbees series for middle-school children, entitled Get Real, hit the bookshelves. The first, And So It Goes, a humorous look at television news, is still... read full bio
Leonard Brody is an exclusive keynote speaker, who covers entrepreneur and venture capitalistic aspects. Leonard co-found NowPublic.com, a platform for citizen journalism, and was CEO. TIME Magazine named the company one of the top 50 websites in the world, and was later acquired by Anschutz Corporation. Brody has been the President of the Clarity Digital Group which is responsible for... read full bio
James Williams is a research associate at the Oxford University, former Google strategist and author the book “Stand Out of Our Light: Freedom and Resistance in the Attention Economy”. Williams has been the recipient of the Google Founds Award and the 100,000 dollar Nine Dots Prize for innovative thinking. As a speaker, Williams talks about persuasive technology, it’s impact on... read full bio
As the company's founder and CEO, Mike Walsh consults some of the largest brands and organizations in the world on emerging technologies, markets with rapid growth, and consumer behavior. Tomorrow is a premier consumer innovation research lab. He writes the best-selling book FUTURETAINMENT, which examines the relationship between new technology and consumer behavior, and is in demand as a keynote... read full bio
Babak Hodjat is the co-founder and chief scientist of Sentient Technologies, a company that started some of the world’s most powerful artificial intelligence. Apart from his work with A.I., he is also a scholar, inventor, entrepreneur, and technologist. Hodjat is a big name in the tech city Silicon Valley, and has started numerous companies there including being an architect for... read full bio
Clay Travis is an American sports journalist, writer, and radio host who has been the founder of OutKick. Travis was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and he has previously earned his degree from George Washington University before going on to study at Vanderbilt University Law School. Travis began his career working as a lawyer in the U.S. Virgin Islands as well... read full bio
Dr. Jonathan "J.J." Peterson is an incredible motivational speaker and it doesn’t hurt that’s he’s had quite the life. From dancing in a Missy Elliot video and being shown as one of Ellen DeGeneres’s favorite dancers, to earning his Ph.D. in communications, Dr. Peterson has a lot to say. He doesn’t just have a Ph.D. under his belt, he... read full bio
Jason Schenker is ranked as one of the most accurate forecasters of finance and futurist in the world, ranked top in 44 different categories by Bloomberg News. He’s considered in the top 100 most influential financial advisors according to Investopedia. Needless to say, he’s one of the most sought after speakers in the world and there’s a reason for it,... read full bio
Jasmine Roth is a renovation celebrity, designer and author who is enthusiastic about altering rooms and inspiring others via business acumen, creativity and the ability to see possibilities throughout. Roth, the winner of HGTV's Rock the Block, also hosts her own programs, Hidden Potential and Help! I Wrecked My House to save failed home renovation initiatives. She is also well-known for the... read full bio
Casey and Taylor Capuano are well-known for their inventive business strategies and spirit of entrepreneurship in the women's sportswear industry. The New York twin sisters appeared on ABC's "Shark Tank," where they discussed their startup, CAKES body. Taylor and Casey created the first washable, reusable silicone inserts for fitness, relaxation, and swimming wear—the first nipple cover pastie for the world... read full bio
AI, according to Zack Kass, is his calling. Regarded as one of the most intelligent individuals in the field, he has devoted the last 14 years to the field of Applied Artificial Intelligence, working with organizations such as Figure Eight, Lilt, and OpenAI. As OpenAI's Head of GTM (Go-to-Market), Kass developed the partnerships, sales, and customer success teams in charge... read full bio
