Cedric Jennings was a bright and ferociously determined honor student at Ballou, a high school in one of Washington, D.C.'s most dangerous neighborhoods, where the dropout rate was well into double digits and just 80 students out of more than 1,350 boast an average of B or better. At Ballou, Cedric had few friends. Cedric Jennings's driving ambition - which... read full bio
Liz Smith is a syndicated columnist read by approximately 70 million readers across the U.S. in more than 70 newspapers, including Daily Variety. She is also the bestselling author of Natural Blonde, Jottings and Dishing: Great Dish and Dishes. The Landmarks Conservancy of New York City named her a Living Landmark" in 2000."... read full bio
Jim Stanway, Senior Director - Global Supplier Initiatives, has recently assumed responsibility for Wal-Mart's climate change strategy. This involves business development activities aimed at profitable greenhouse-gas measures for customers and the supply chain. Stanway also serves on the board of Texas Retail Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Wal-Mart that buys wholesale power for use at its stores and distribution... read full bio
Lenedra Carroll is an accomplished businesswoman, visionary, singer, artist and author who grew up on a homestead in rural Alaska in the 1950s. Of Ms. Carrolls achievements, three that stand out are her successes as an author and as a successful music manager, and her work as a humanitarian. Her unique management style and business intuitions led her to enjoy... read full bio
David Shenk is an American writer, lecturer, and filmmaker. He is author of six books, including The Genius in All of Us. With his signature blend of facts, reason, and great storytelling, Shenk presents dazzling new scientific research showing how the potential for greatness is not restricted to an elite few, but is instead a universal part of human code.... read full bio
Drs. Sampson Davis, Rameck Hunt and George Jenkins, fondly known as The Three Doctors serve as an extraordinary model of leadership for anyone whos been through any kind of life challenge or major hardship. As teenage boys growing up on the tough inner-city streets of Newark, New Jersey these three kindred spirits made a pact: they would stick together-go to... read full bio
Valentino Achak Deng's life has been described by The New York Times as a testament to human resilience over tragedy and disaster." Born in the village of Marial Bai, in Southern Sudan, he was forced to flee in the 1980s, at the age of seven, when civil war erupted. As one of the so-called Lost Boys, he trekked hundreds of... read full bio
Shaun is a recognized authority on leadership and gives frequent lectures on the Code Method, a powerful and revolutionary self-improvement curriculum that harnesses the power of purpose to raise wellbeing, engagement, and productivity. As an entrepreneur, he developed two successful, global apparel brands: Instinct in the 1980s and Solitude in the 1990s, which he co-founded with his wife Carla. As one of... read full bio
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A prolific writer and former actress, Judith Sachs entertains as she instructs, hence her popularity as a speaker and spokesperson. Coming from a long line of physicians, she is well versed in the healthcare topics she addresses. Her many books include: Natures Prozac, What Women Should Knows About Menopause, What You can Do About Osteoporosis, When Someone You Love had... read full bio
Michael Eric Dyson is considered one of the nations most inspiring African Americans. He is an author, radio host, and a professor of Sociology at Georgetown University. Michael Eric Dyson has authored and edited 18 books that deal with many influential African Americans in history including, Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Tupac Shakur and Marvin Gaye. He focuses most... read full bio
John A. Caslione is a highly respected thought leader and expert in global business strategy and the new global economy. John is vigorously sought after as a keynote speaker and conference leader. Having done business in 88 countries on six continents over the past 20 years, John’s dynamic and pragmatic approach to engaging an audience, with today’s complex... read full bio
For the past 25 years, Andy Serwer, former managing editor of FORTUNE magazine, has covered the major business stories and leaders of our time. Named Business Journalist of the Year by The Journalist & Financial Reporting Group, he was described as the nation's top multimedia talent, successfully juggling the roles of serious journalist, astute commentator and occasional court jester. Now... read full bio
Amanda Gore is a well-known Australian motivational speaker and author. Through extremely energizing presentations, enhanced by decades of scientific discovery and personal experience, Ms. Gore will entertain and move your audience to action in order to facilitate changes and behavior. As a frequent radio and TV expert interviewed for her comments, her YouTube channel has had over one million views.... read full bio
CDR RORKE T. DENVER has run every phase of training for the U.S. Navy SEALs and led special-forces missions in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and other international hot spots. He stars in the hit 2012 film Act of Valor in a role based on his own SEAL adventures. His first book, Damn Few: Making the Modern Warrior, is... read full bio
Gail Blank has achieved a lot as a CEO, president, and founder or Lifedesigns, LLC, as well as being an author and public motivational speaker. Her book “Throw Out Fifty Things – Clear the Clutter, Find Your Life” was given a hard copy release in 2009 and quickly became a best-seller. She was soon featured on The Today Show, CBS... read full bio
Wepner was the inspiration for Sylvester Stallone in his creation of the Rocky franchise of movies. An ex-Marine, Wepner won the Golden Gloves boxing competition in 1964 and launched a professional boxing career during which he fought the greatest of the greats, including Sonny Liston, George Foreman, and Ernie Terrell, as well as Muhammad Ali, in a 1975 bout which... read full bio
In the realm of business, Troy Hazard has encountered and overcome very few problems. The brilliant businesswoman, who over the course of three decades started and developed thirteen companies, has turned around companies that were losing a ton of money and has advised numerous prosperous firms, like Fisher & Paykel, Goodyear, Baskin Robbins, and Subway, among many others. Because of his... read full bio
Fabio was voted Top Chef’s Season 5 Fan Favorite and was the standout chef on Top Chef, Season 5, which was nominated three times for the 2009 Emmys. Recently Fabio was on Top Chef Season 8, All Stars and has always received raves from fans. Fabio’s first cookbook, Café Firenze Cookbook, Mangia e Bevi, has been a huge hit. He... read full bio
Mary Frances Berry has been one of the most recognized and respected voices in our nations civil rights, gender equality, and social justice agendas. Fighting for fairness and justice under four Presidential administrations, she lead the way as Chairperson of the US Civil Rights Commission for many years. Berry also served as Assistant Secretary for Education in the US Department... read full bio
