American writer and filmmaker Eliza McNitt is renowned for her exceptional capacity to unite art and science. Several prominent cinema festivals, including SXSW, AFI Fest, Cannes NEXT, Tribeca, Telluride, and Sundance, have screened her work. She was a finalist for an Emmy Award in 2018 and her VR experience, SPHERES, earned the Grand Prize in the VR category at the... read full bio
Award-winning television writer, producer and director Bill Lawrence's latest endeavors include the HBO Max relaunch of Clone High as well as the very praised Apple TV Plus series Ted Lasso, for which he most recently received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series, Shrinking with Jason Segel, Bad Monkey with Vince Vaughn and Shrinking. In the past, Bill co-developed Cougar Town, Ground Floor, Spin... read full bio
Functional medicine specialist and acknowledged authority in integrative medicine, Dr. Will Cole. His works include "The Inflammation Spectrum," "Ketotarian," and "Intuitive Fasting." He also frequently contributes to a variety of journals on health and wellness, and he has been quoted in authoritative publications including Forbes, People, and MindBodyGreen. The foundation of Dr. Cole's approach to health and wellness is the notion... read full bio
Dr. Leah Weiss is a Stanford University lecturer, executive coach, and researcher who specializes in mindfulness and compassion in leadership and organizational settings. Her focus is on how individuals can cultivate resilience, empathy, and compassion in the workplace to improve their personal and professional lives. After completing her undergraduate studies in Comparative Literature and Religious Studies at Georgetown University, Dr. Weiss... read full bio
Dr. Eric Cervini is an American historian, author, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights who is well-known for his efforts to advance those rights and share the experiences of oppressed people and groups. In addition, he is the author of the much praised book "The Deviant's War: The Homosexual vs. The United States of America," which chronicles the fight for gay... read full bio
Francesca Gino is a renowned Italian-American behavioral scientist who is generally respected in her area. She is currently the Tandon Family Professor of Business Administration and the leader of the Negotiation, Organizations, and Markets (NOM) section at the prestigious Harvard Business School. Gino's contributions extends beyond her major association, as she is also a member of Harvard Law School's Negotiation... read full bio
Faith Coley Salie, born on April 14, 1971, is a multi-talented American journalist, writer, actress, comedian, television and radio host, podcast host, and Rhodes scholar. Her diverse range of talents has earned her recognition in various fields. Salie is a regular contributor to CBS Sunday Morning, where her unique perspective and insightful storytelling captivate audiences. Additionally, she showcases her quick wit... read full bio
American radio journalist Kai Ryssdal is well-known for his charismatic appearance as the host of Marketplace, a highly regarded business program that airs on U.S. public radio stations during the week. In addition, he and Kimberly Adams co-host the immensely popular offshoot podcast Make Me Smart, which features smart talks on a variety of subjects. Ryssdal has been overseeing American Public... read full bio
Jacob is a multi-talented person who has significantly impacted society as a speaker, author, and futurist. His most recent book, The Future of Work: Attract New Talent, Build Better Leaders, and Create a Competitive Organization, explores the profound changes taking place in the workplace. He has a particular interest in the changing nature of the workplace. Gary Hamel, Chairman of... read full bio
Jack Carr is a successful American thriller novelist and former Navy SEAL commander. Carr's experiences in Naval Special Warfare Command and as a sniper have tremendously inspired his writing career, as has his impressive military background. Carr joined the United States Navy in 1996, marking the start of a spectacular military career. He began his career as an enlisted Navy SEAL... read full bio
Ivy McGregor is a worldwide strategist and philanthropic leader with over two decades of experience in social enterprise creation and strategic consulting. She is well-known for her imaginative approach and has successfully led a number of initiatives in both the faith-based and corporate sectors. McGregor, who has a profound grasp of the convergence of business and social impact, has played a... read full bio
Former Senior Intelligence Service officer Marc Polymeropoulos is well-known for making outstanding accomplishments over his 26-year career at the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Marc is renowned as one of the agency's most decorated operations officers, and his knowledge of South Asia, the Middle East, and counterterrorism formed his influential career working for the US government. Marc held a number of field... read full bio
Lola Tung, an acclaimed American actress who was born on October 28, 2002, has gained notoriety for her depiction of Isabel "Belly" Conklin in the eagerly awaited Amazon Prime series The Summer I Turned Pretty, which is based on the well-liked book by Jenny Han. Lola, a New York City native, has always been passionate about performance. She developed her abilities... read full bio
Lex Sokolin, a well-known futurist and businessman, is actively influencing the direction of financial services. Lex is actively involved in developing the infrastructure and applications required for a decentralized future in her role as Head Economist and Global Fintech Co-Head at ConsenSys, a prominent blockchain technology startup. His areas of expertise include public and private blockchains, digital assets, protocol crypto-economics,... read full bio
In the fields of cuisine and travel, Laurie Woolever is an accomplished author, editor, and collaborator. She has had a big impact on the industry thanks to her love of storytelling and her strong enthusiasm for culinary experiences. For more than ten years, Woolever was Anthony Bourdain's longtime assistant and partner. Anthony Bourdain was a chef and novelist. She worked on... read full bio
American environmentalist, businesswoman, and writer Lauren Singer has gained notoriety in the zero waste movement. Numerous others have been motivated to minimize their trash footprint by her dedication to leading a sustainable lifestyle and sharing her experience on her blog, Trash Is for Tossers. Notably, Singer attracted attention by putting all of the trash she produced since 2012 in a... read full bio
American television producer and director Kim Friedman is well-known for her outstanding contributions to the entertainment sector. She has made an enduring impression on the television industry with a career spanning several decades, displaying her talent and prowess in telling enthralling tales for viewers to enjoy. "Husbands, Wives & Lovers," the first television series Friedman directed, marked the beginning of her... read full bio
A multidimensional American television personality, beauty pageant champion, and significant player in the entertainment business, Kameran "Kamie" Crawford was born on October 25, 1992. She was crowned Miss Teen USA 2010 on July 24, 2010, at the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in the Bahamas, among other accolades. On November 1, 2009, Kamie earned the title of Miss Maryland Teen USA 2010... read full bio
Maya Penn, an excellent young American businesswoman, philanthropist, animator, and artist, was born on February 10, 2000. She is well known for being the CEO of Maya's Ideas, an impressively young firm that produces eco-friendly clothing. Atlanta-native Maya has always exhibited a remarkable degree of inventiveness and devotion. She is a skilled animator and artist, therefore her skills go beyond the... read full bio
Maya Ying Lin, born October 5, 1959, is a well-known American designer and sculptor who has made an unmistakable impression on the worlds of art and architecture. Her exceptional talent and one-of-a-kind vision have earned her international acclaim and admiration. Lin rose to national attention in 1981 while still a Yale University undergraduate student. She won a prestigious national design competition... read full bio
