At the renowned Ron Clark School, an avant-garde middle school and center for teacher preparation in Atlanta, Kim Bearden serves as executive director, language arts instructor and cofounder. More than 85,000 educators from all over the world have visited Kim's classroom and taken part in her workshops to learn more effective strategies for involving students, developing relationships with them, encouraging academic... read full bio
Jordan Hollander is the CEO of Hotel Tech Report, an app shop for the hospitality sector that serves more than 2.5 million hotels annually. He had previously worked for Starwood Hotels & Resorts' Global Partnerships division. Jordan worked as an equities analyst at Wells Capital Management and the director of business development at Metwest Terra Hospitality before to joining SPG. He... read full bio
Ryan McCarty is a writer, a speaker with a stellar reputation across the world and the co-founder of Culture of Good, Inc. Ryan realized the need to spread the Culture of Good with other successful organizations and their leadership after developing and implementing a hugely successful Culture of Good movement at the largest Verizon Authorized Wireless Retailer, where he led community investments... read full bio
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences has been led by Paul Mittman for the past 22 years as president and chief executive officer. He spent 25 years as a naturopathic physician and received his doctorate in higher education administration. Paul adopts healthy lifestyle habits include a balanced diet, regular exercise (he rides his bike 100 miles a week) and meditation. Paul has... read full bio
Evan Goldberg oversees the development and strategy of products for Oracle NetSuite Global Business Unit. Goldberg served as the company's chief technology officer and board chairman when Oracle purchased NetSuite. Goldberg worked as a vice president at Oracle Corporation for eight years prior to helping to develop NetSuite. He worked on a number of initiatives that all aimed to increase... read full bio
Adam Apollo is available for speaking engagements at conventions, fairs and festivals as well as for guest spots on radio and television programs. Adam can not only provide a potent and motivating presentation to your stage, he can also assist you in marketing your event. His network of websites, networks and marketing channels presently receive over 10,000 page visits per month, in addition to... read full bio
As Atlanta, Georgia's 60th mayor, Keisha Lance Bottoms was a trailblazing figure in advancing fairness in politics and business. Keisha, who had previously held positions as a judge and a member of the city council, made history by becoming the first mayor in Atlanta's history to have experience in all three levels of government. She has vowed to put her... read full bio
Famous Swiss-born chef and businessman Daniel Humm is renowned for his creative approach to fine dining and his unshakable dedication to sustainability. He started out as an apprentice in a Swiss hotel and soon worked his way up the ranks to positions in some of the most recognized restaurants in the world. He has achieved international acclaim for his culinary... read full bio
Tori Hope Petersen is a well-known Christian and motivational speaker, bestselling author, and foster care supporter. When Petersen left the foster care system at the age of 18, she encountered a coach whose guidance irrevocably altered her life's course. She then went on to become Mrs. Universe and a Track and Field All American, demonstrating that anything is achievable with... read full bio
The Vanderpump Rules tragicomedy was the subject of the first episode of Sexy Unique Podcast, which later expanded to cover other provocative and culturally significant reality shows. Every week, Lara Marie Schoenhals is joined by Carey O'Donnell, her regular co-host, and other guests to recap, laugh and talk about the deeper significance of their shared interest in chaotic characters on TV.... read full bio
The creator and CEO of Black Sun Labs, Lindsey McInerney, is a visionary leader who is passionate about the metaverse's development and the game-changing potential of cryptocurrency, blockchain, NFTs, and XR. Working directly with executives and teams, Lindsey uses her knowledge of web3 and metaverse education and strategy to shape the future. As a well-known thought leader in the industry, Lindsey... read full bio
Joe Navarro is an author, public speaker, and former FBI agent who was born in Cuba and is well-known for his knowledge of body language and nonverbal cues. Navarro, who worked for the FBI for 25 years, has significantly advanced the fields of behavioral analysis and counterintelligence. Among the works he has written are "What Every Body Is Saying," "Dangerous... read full bio
Tina Opie is a well-known person who is renowned for her influential work in the fields of leadership, inclusion, and diversity. She has dedicated her life to empowering women and fostering sisterhood among women from all walks of life as the founder of Shared Sisterhood. Opie also holds the position of Visiting Scholar at Harvard Business School, where she contributes... read full bio
William W. George is a well-known American businessman, professor, and authority on leadership. He is a Henry B. Arthur Fellow of Ethics and Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School, where he imparts his vast expertise and unique perspectives on leadership and ethics. George had a notable career in business before entering academia, most notably as Chairman and CEO... read full bio
John recognized he wanted to assist as many people as possible in recovering from their previous trauma and living whole, connected lives after working for more than twenty years in crisis response and mentoring students in higher education (and discovering actual answers and freedom in his own wellness path). He now focuses his writing, speeches and teaching on topics including relationships,... read full bio
Multi-talented Neil Mandt has had a distinguished career spanning many industries. Mandt has made a name for himself in the entertainment sector as a five-time Emmy Award winner. He has achieved success as a movie producer, professional sports team owner, and AR/VR pioneer thanks to his remarkable talents and imagination. Mandt has made some very outstanding contributions to the television industry.... read full bio
Linda Kaplan Thaler is a legendary figure in the world of branding and advertising, known for her originality, grit, and great leadership. She is a member of the Advertising Hall of Fame and has permanently changed the way businesses interact with their customers. Linda Kaplan Thaler has produced some of the most memorable and successful advertising campaigns over the course of... read full bio
Hayley Arceneaux's goals were not put on hold by a diagnosis of childhood cancer. She was not only healed at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, but her experience also altered her professional goals. She is now giving back to the facility that saved her life as a youngster by working there as a physician assistant. She represented the hospital as... read full bio
John Taft is a well-known figure in the financial services sector and currently holds the position of Vice Chairman at Baird, one of the top worldwide financial services companies. Taft has amassed considerable knowledge and leadership ability in the industry over the course of a successful career spanning decades. He further cemented his reputation as a reputable leader in the... read full bio
Rahul Jandial, MD, PhD, a brain surgeon and neuroscientist with dual training, is a Sunday Times bestselling author whose works have been translated into more than ten different languages. At the Jandial Lab in Los Angeles, Jandial manages ground-breaking research as well as intricate cancer surgeries. Additionally, he founded the International Neurosurgical Children's Association, where he oversees teams who perform... read full bio
