Following the loss of her right leg in a chemical fire as a newborn, Scout Bassett was left on the side of the road and spent seven years in a government-run orphanage in Nanjing, China. Before being adopted by an American couple from Michigan, she spent her days caring for the smaller children and sweeping the floors while wearing a... read full bio
Phoenix Suns center Bismack Biyombo was raised in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and didn't watch his first basketball game until he was 12 years old. He was spotted at a youth competition in Yemen when he was 16, which gave him the chance to train in Spain. Before the Sacramento Kings selected Biyombo seventh overall in the NBA Draft, he had... read full bio
Romain Grosjean is a Swiss-French racer who drives for Andretti Autosport in the NTT IndyCar Series. In his previous nine complete Formula One seasons, Grosjean raced for a variety of teams and won 10 podiums, all with Lotus. At his maiden try, Grosjean won the French Formula Renault championship and enrolled in the Renault young driver program. He won the drivers' title... read full bio
Cansu Canca is a renowned philosopher, authority on AI ethics, and forward-thinking figure in the field of artificial intelligence's ethical ramifications. Her work has had a significant impact on the field of AI ethics and governance, establishing her as a leading expert in the area. Cansu Canca, the founder and director of the AI Ethics Lab, has established a significant forum... read full bio
Professional baseball center fielder Byron Buxton represents the Minnesota Twins. He was selected by the Twins in the second round of the MLB Draft, and at the age of 21, he made his Major League debut. Buxton has since established himself as one of the game's most captivating players. His lightning-quick reflexes and outstanding outfield defense have helped him win... read full bio
Big Ten Network's primary college football commentator, Jake Butt, may be seen in the broadcast booth both during games and in the studio. Butt's most notable accomplishment prior to beginning his broadcasting career was being arguably Michigan's all-time best tight end. For the Wolverines, Butt hauled in 138 passes for 1,646 yards and 11 touchdowns. He received both the Senior CLASS... read full bio
Mike Breen, a seasoned NBA play-caller, serves as the NBA's primary announcer for ESPN and ABC, as well as for the NBA Finals and NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC. Breen set a season record by calling the NBA's marquee event 18 times. Alongside courtside colleague Walt "Clyde" Frazier, a former New York Knicks player, Breen serves as the primary play-by-play announcer... read full bio
ESPN has employed LaPhonso Ellis as a college basketball commentator. On Saturdays, Ellis travels with host Rece Davis, commentators Jay Bilas and Seth Greenberg and other analysts on College GameDay Covered by State Farm. Prior to joining ESPN, he worked as the color analyst for the University of Notre Dame's men's basketball radio broadcasts. The Denver Nuggets selected Ellis with the fifth overall... read full bio
Alongside play-by-play announcer Dave Pasch and reporter Tom Luginbill, Dusty Dvoracek serves as a college football analyst for ESPN and ABC Saturday games. In his earlier seasons with the network, his previous responsibilities included ESPN Friday Night Primetime Series and ESPNU college football games on Saturdays. In addition to his responsibilities with ESPN, he co-hosts Dusty and Danny on SiriusXM... read full bio
Jill Schlesinger is a well-known business analyst for CBS News as well as a recognized financial expert. She has established herself as a dependable source in the field of business journalism because to her in-depth understanding of the financial markets and economic trends. Schlesinger has consistently shown a remarkable ability to simplify difficult financial concepts and make them understandable to a... read full bio
The Columbus Blue Jackets' President of Hockey Operations and Alternate Governor is John Davidson. Columbus had a 351-291-62 record in his nine seasons, with a franchise-best 50-24-8 record (108 points) and a 45-30-7 record (97 points), the second-best mark in club history. The Jackets have had four seasons with 42+ victories, three straight winning seasons for the first time and four Stanley Cup Playoff... read full bio
William J. Bennett is the host of the number seven ranked, nationally syndicated radio show, ‘Morning America’, and former Secretary of Education under Ronald Reagan. Dr. Bennett is also an award-winning professor; he’s taught at Boston University, the University of Texas, and Harvard. An advocate for education in America, Dr. Bennett is senior advisor to Project Lead The Way, one... read full bio
Tim Ryan is a charismatic individual who has made important contributions to both the commercial and political worlds. He has made an enduring impression on several fields thanks to a varied career that includes public service and international commercial development. Tim Ryan works in the business world as the Chief of Global Business Development at Zoetic Global, where he uses his... read full bio
Sandy Yawn is a pioneering superyacht skipper and a well-known personality in the reality television industry. Sandy was born and raised in the United States, and her love of the sea and sense of adventure inspired her to seek a career in yachting. She is now one of the few female captains to operate high-end ships across the world. Sandy Yawn... read full bio
The co-founder of The Conscious Leadership Group and well-known author of "The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership," Jim Dethmer, is regarded as a pioneer in the field of conscious leadership. Dethmer has irrevocably changed the landscape of personal and professional development with his persistent dedication to changing leadership paradigms. Co-founding The Conscious Leadership Group, Dethmer has contributed significantly to changing how... read full bio
Terry Young has pushed the limits of strategic thinking as a dynamic futurist, specialist in imaginative innovation, and recognized brand strategist. Young has guided enterprises into the future with his unmatched insights as the CEO of Sparks and Honey, a ground-breaking company at the vanguard of cultural intelligence. Young has established himself as a thought leader in influencing the course of... read full bio
Brandon Steiner has established a legendary reputation as the CEO and Founder of Steiner Sports, turning his love of sports into a thriving commercial enterprise. Steiner's influence goes beyond Steiner Sports, as his inventiveness gave rise to a variety of fruitful businesses. He has developed platforms that link players, fans, and collectors in creative and meaningful ways as the driving force behind... read full bio
Alex Goldfayn has a reputation for excellence and has the unique titles of CEO of The Revenue Growth Consultancy and two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling book. The skill of Goldfayn in generating income growth is unrivaled. He is a sought-after advisor and consultant because of the various firms he has helped to grow through his strategic ideas and creative methods. As... read full bio
Scott Dadich is Co-Founder and CEO of Godfrey Dadich Partners (GDP) and he continues to influence the field of strategic communication and storytelling. Dadich's position as Creative Director at WIRED magazine from 2006 to 2010 marked the beginning of his ascent to the top of the media world. He oversaw the publication's visual identity and design during this time, giving it his unique... read full bio
Emmy-winning producer and creative executive Chad Mumm serves as the Chief Creative Officer of Vox Media Studios, the Los Angeles-based development, production and distribution branch of Vox Media, and is one of the executive producers of the Netflix documentary series Full Swing. He is in charge of conceiving, producing and promoting contemporary television, cinema and digital programming at Vox Media Studios. Mumm was selected as... read full bio
