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
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
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
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
Six of the original members of the band Cymande, which last performed together a few decades ago, have just come back together to create music for the general public. Their unique musical style, which draws significantly from deep funk, jazz, African music, soul, rock, and calypso, has earned them a reputation for being extremely diverse. The band had been playing... 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
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
Gabrielle Hamilton is a best selling author and the chef/owner of PRUNE, which is located in New York City’s East Village. PRUNE has been recognized in all major press, both nationally and internationally, and is regularly cited in the top 100 lists of all major food magazines. Her New York Best seller Blood, Bones & Butter: The Inadvertent... read full bio
All-4-One is a Grammy Award-winning R&B and pop group that consists of members Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, Alfred Nevarez and Tony Borowiak. The group is best known for their hit singles which include “I Swear,” and “I Can Love You Like That.” The group is based in Antelope Valley, California, and they gained fame in the early 90’s after the... read full bio
One of the most popular groups in what is loosely termed ""contemporary jazz,"" the Rippingtons were formed by guitarist/keyboardist Russ Freeman. Freeman studied at Cal Arts and UCLA, and recorded Nocturnal Playground as a leader in 1985 for the Brainchild label, a one-man project. In 1987, he was approached to record for the Japanese Alfa label and came up with... read full bio
Sometimes in life, things come full circle. That's the story of Ricky Skaggs. By age 21, he was already considered a ""recognized master"" of one of America's most demanding art forms, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. Now the road has brought him... read full bio
Jaime Lee Kirchner is an American actress, singer and dancer who is best known for playing Sonia in the television series “Mercy” and Danny James in the television series “Bull”. Kirchner was born in Germany but was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee. She later went on to study at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in New York and... read full bio
UK-based indie group Stornoway has music continually evolving and drawing inspiration from indie folk, indie rock and chamber pop. Keyboardist Jonathan Quin and guitarist Brian Briggs founded the group. They first spoke about a band they both liked when they first met during Oxford's Freshers' Week. After some time, they began collaborating on songs and creating the band. Oli Steadman was the only applicant who... read full bio
