Michael Durst is a scientist and entrepreneur who is known for previously working as a strategy consultant for Siemens Business Services. During his work with Siemens, Durst worked on conducting digitization projects and also worked on IT strategy, enterprise architecture and e-commerce. He also worked on projects for the automotive industry, insurance companies, banks, utility companies and machine manufacturing. After... read full bio
Michael Ealy is an American actor who is best known for his roles in films such as, Ricky in the “Barbershop” films, Dominic in “Think Like a Man” and “Think Like a Man Too”, and Carter in “The Perfect Guy”. Ealy has also had several television roles with some of his most notable being, Darwyn in “Sleeper Cell”, Derrick in... read full bio
Michael Easter is a New York Times bestselling author who has spent his career touring the world in search of new and practical solutions to help people live healthier, happier, more productive, more amazing lives. His study has led him to conflict zones, the Arctic, and the most distant parts of Bolivia's rainforest. Michael's work has been accepted by significant organizations,... read full bio
Michael Eisner is an American businessman who has been the chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Eisner was born in Mount Kisco, New York, and he went on to earn his B.A. in English from Denison University. Eisner went on to work as an Assistant to the National Programming Director at ABC. Over the years, Eisner moved up... read full bio
Michael Elizondo has been spreading the joy of laughter around the country for many years. Also known as, Doc Humor, Michael has a unique perspective on doctors and medicine. He started his comedic career performing at the open-mic nights at Comedy Store in La Jolla. Now he performs at comedy clubs across the country including, Rascals, Loonies, Harveys, Wits End... read full bio
Michael Emerson is an American film and television actor who is best known for his roles playing William Hinks on the series “The Practice,” Benjamin Linus on the series “Lost,” Cayden James on series “Arrow,” Harold Finch on series “Person of Interest,” and Zep in the film “Saw.” Emerson was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and he went on to... read full bio
Michael Fassbender is an Irish actor and producer who was born in Germany. He is most known for playing Magneto in the “X-Men” movies, Lt. Archie Hicox in “Inglourious Basterds”, and Edwin Epps in “12 Years a Slave”. He has been nominated for 2 Golden Globes, 3 Bafta awards, and 1 Academy Award. All together, he has been nominated for... read full bio
Michael Fishman is an American actor, writer, producer and director who is best known for playing D.J. Conner on the television series “Roseanne” as well as it’s spin-off “The Conners”. Fishman was born in Los Angeles, California, and he started his acting career after meeting Roseanne Barr. She fought for Fishman to play D.J. and while growing up on the... read full bio
What ever spark was ignited in Michael Flatley at conception or birth has grown into a mighty and many tongued fire. A concert flautist and dancer whose grace and athleticism have bought world championships as well as a Guinness Book world record for tapping speed - all of these things mark out and amplify the special talent that burst out... read full bio
Michael Franks is a smooth jazz singer-songwriter from the United States, who has recorded with Who's Who of artists, such as Patti Austin, Brenda Russell, Art Garfunkel, and David Sanborn. His songs have been recorded by The Manhattan Transfer, Patti LaBelle, Carmen McRae, Diana Krall, Shirley Bassey and The Carpenters. After 22 years of smash hits and smooth jazz came... read full bio
Michael Franti is an American poet and musician who is also a vocal supporter of a wide variety of causes relating to the promotion of peace and social justice. Franti began his career as a poet while he was a student at the University of San Francisco. Soon after that, Franti went out and bought himself a bass, and he... read full bio
Mike Freedman is a negotiating skills expert, consultant, and speaker who is based out of Istanbul. Through his work as a negotiating expert, Freedman shares the skills of how to keep businesses surviving and competing with other businesses in this current competitive environment. Freedman consultant on how to be more confident, productive, how to embrace change, get the most out... read full bio
Michael Fullan is a speaker, researcher, and expert on leadership who works as the Global Leadership Director for New Pedagogies for Deep Learning. The four tenets of deep learning that are promoted by the NPDL are as follows: Learning Partnerships, Learning Environments, Pedagogical Practices, and Leveraging Digital. Fullan earned his doctorate degree in sociology from the University of Toronto; he... read full bio
Michael George, Somatic Psychologist, Master of Arts, and Healthy Lifestyle Transformation Coach, is continuing to revolutionize the health, fitness, and wellness industry with his motivating "soul-based" approach, cutting-edge innovative training methodologies, and his "psychologically balanced" lifestyle transformation approach. Michael is a motivational speaker known for his intense zeal as well as the author of the book "Body Express Makeover: Trim... read full bio
Michael Gervais is a psychologist, podcast host, and an industry visionary who is co-founder of Compete to Create. Gervais has earned his Ph.D. in High Performance Psychology at San Diego University and earned his undergraduate degree from Loyola Marymount University. He began his career working as a high performance psychology consultant for Pinnacle Performance Center, Inc., where he still works,... read full bio
Michael Giacchino is an American composer of numerous films, television series, and video games that you have more than likely watched or played over the years. He studied at the School of Visual Arts in NYC and upon graduating, started working for Disney while studying music composition at Juilliard and UCLA. From there, Giacchino was writing music for video games... read full bio
Michael Goudeau is a professional juggler and ex-circus clown who graduated from the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College. He was also an eight-time Emmy-nominated writer and executive producer for the Showtime series, “Penn & Teller: Bullshit!”. Over the years he has also received three Writer’s Guild Association nominations. Goudeau has juggled for the Lance Burton Show at... read full bio
Michael Grandinetti has wowed audiences around the country and the world with his incredible art of illusion. Michael is a truly passionate about his art, and he works hard to share his talent with both small and large audiences alike. Though he has been featured on such major television networks and shows as NBC’s The World’s Most Dangerous Magic II,... read full bio
Michael Gross is an actor who most notably was in the long running series with Michael J. Fox, Family Ties. He also has a degree from Yale University in Acting. He began his acting career in theatre. After his long stint on Family Ties he also starred in some movie projects, such as Tremors. He has moved on to several... read full bio
Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey are two of the most sought-after keynote speakers and interview subjects on business and executive matters because they founded the renowned Barefoot Wine company. They frequently give interviews and quotes to national and professional journals including Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Huffington Post, AMEX Open Forum, and Costco Connection. The two regularly appear on radio, podcasts, and... read full bio
Michael Irwin Jordan is an American scientist who is a professor at the University of California, Berkeley and is a researcher for topics which include machine learning, statistics and AI. Jordan has previously earned his BS magnua cum laude in psychology from Louisiana State Universiy and went on to earn his MS in Mathematics from Arizona State University before going... read full bio
Michael Ian Black is a multi-media talent who’s starred in several films and TV series, written and/or directed two films, is a published author and commentator, and regularly tours the country performing his ribald brand of humorous jokes and observations. He’s currently starring on “The Gaffigan Show,” which recently debuted on TV Land. This summer, he’ll reprise one of his... read full bio
The Canadian actor, Michael Ironside, has also worked as a film director, voice actor, producer, and screenwriter. Michael Ironside has written for various Canadian and American movie and television series. Ironside is most famously known for his the role of villains or the bad guy. Michael Ironside was born as Fredrick Reginald Ironside in Toronto, Ontario. He attended the Ontario... read full bio
Michael Irvin is regarded as one of the most successful wide receivers in the history of the NFL. Irvin began his football days at St. Thomas Aquinas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was recruited by the University of Miami where he set team records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions. He also won a national championship with the... read full bio
Michael Israel is the most sought after action artist in the world. Whether it's a 90-minute show or a single super fast high impact painting, his Art in Concert performances have won standing ovations from audiences around the globe. Michael has performed at the Salt Lake Winter Olympics, Jay Leno, Rodeo Houston in the Astrodome before 68,000 fans, Washington DC... read full bio
Michael J. Jackson (more known as Mike Jackson) is the Chief Executive Officer, President, and Chairman of the Board at AutoNation. Jackson grew the business as Americas largest automotive retailer. Jackson ensures that AutoNation stays a customer-focused, transparent, and contemporary business model. Before working with AutoNation, Jackson was the President and Chief Executive Officer at Mercedes-Benz USA. Jackson grew his... read full bio
Johnson, the greatest sprinter in the history of the 200 and 400 meter races, rose quickly and spectacularly through the ranks of track and field. He dominated the international arena, becoming a dual event world champion never previously seen, capturing an incredible 19 international gold medals without a single silver or bronze. Johnson set several records as an athlete, becoming the... read full bio
The CEO of First National Bank (FNB) in South Africa is Michael Jordaan. At the young age of 35, Michael was appointed CEO in 2004 and is in charge of overseeing 30,000 employees throughout numerous African nations. With Deutsche Bank, Michael began his banking career in Hamburg, Germany. He worked as a cashier for the first three months before moving up... read full bio
British soul musician Michael Kiwanuka has a unique style, but has also been compared to other great soul legends such as Bill Withers, Randy Newman, Terry Callier, Otis Redding, Van Morrison The Temptations, and many others. Kiwanuka was raised in North London and is the son of Ugandan parents who escaped the Amin regime. Kiwanuka recorded his debut EP, “Tell... read full bio
Michael Kors is an American fashion designer who is best known for his self-titled fashion brand which sells accessories, watches, jewelry, footwear, perfumes, and more. Kors was born in Long Island, New York, and he found his love for fashion at a young age and by the time he was five, Kors had redesigned his mother’s wedding dress for her... read full bio
Michael Kosta is an American stand-up comedian and actor who has hosted “The Comment Section” and has also co-hosted Fox Sports “Crowd Goes Wild”. Most recently, Kosta has started working as a correspondent for “The Daily Show”. Kosta graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s degree in Speech Communications. Prior to working in stand-up, Kosta was an assistant... read full bio
Michael Kutcher is an inspiration speaker who is best known for being the twin brother of Ashton Kutcher. Michael was born unexpectedly, and had to fight for survival for the first few weeks of his life. He was shortly after diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and as a teenager, he had to have a heart transplant due to heart failure from... read full bio
Michael Lee is an up-and-coming blues artist from Fort Worth, Texas. He is the leader of the Michael Lee band that also consists of members Nathan Ziehm, Brian Miller, Colin Cambell, Preston Lewis and Evan Templeton. Lee has gained fame after being a contestant on the hit reality competition series “The Voice.” During his time on The Voice, Lee was... read full bio
Billionaire businessman, philanthropist, and chairman and CEO of Portland Holdings Inc., a privately held investment firm in Ontario, Canada, Michael Lee-Chin is of Jamaican and Canadian descent. In 2017, Lee-Chin received an appointment to the Order of Ontario. Lee-Chin was chosen to lead the Jamaican government's Economic Growth Council in 2016. (EGC). In 2003, Lee-Chin made a number of sizable... read full bio
Dr. Michael Lerner is a cancer expert, author, and environmental health specialist who has helped thousands of people learn how to live with a life-threatening illness. Lerner has been co-founder of Commonweal as well as the Collaborative on Health and the Environment, which is a partnership for people who are interested in or walking in the interface between the environment... read full bio
Michael Loftus is a midwesterner comedian who has become one of the most sought out comedic writer and performer. His comedy career began at the Midwest Comedy Tool & Die Comedy Troup, where Michael was able to use his improvisational skills to use. His comedic skills then landed him a performance at the Acme Theatre in Hollywood. He is a... read full bio
Top Reason To Book Michael: Event needs * Your audience is the midst of a reframe/re-think/reposition/reinvention * You have a theme of innovation, change, or community-building for your event * You have a difficult or complex high-stakes message that needs to be conveyed * You want an interactive experience where people authentically connect with each other * You want a digital native who can talk... read full bio
Michael James McDonald is an American actor, director, and comedian who is best known for his sketches on the comedy television show MADtv. Michael didnt start out in comedy right away; he first went to the University of Southern California and earned a degree in business. After seeing an improve comedy show at the Groundling Theatre, McDonald quit his job... read full bio
Michael McDonald’s soulful baritone singing style has captured the admiration of fans around the world. The singer-songwriter was discovered in his hometown of Ferguson, Missouri, when he was playing in a group named Blue. Soon after, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his musical dreams. He first started his professional career singing lead and back-up vocals for Steely Dan's... read full bio
Michael McIntyre is an English comedian, writer and television presenter who has previously been one of the highest-grossing stand-up comedians in the world. McIntyre was born in London, England, and began his career working as a stand-up comedian. He then began to gain attention appearing on BBC One’s Live at the Apollo three years in a row before going on... read full bio
Michael Mignano is a businessman and technology executive who is passionate about creating products that transform the world. Michael co-founded Anchor, the largest podcasting platform in the world, after working as VP of Product at Aviary, where he helped the company's user base grow to over 100M creators before being bought by Adobe for $170M. His work on Anchor turned... read full bio
Michael Monge is a pianist and singer who can perform as a solo artist, as a trio, or with a full orchestra. Monge is based out of Las Vegas, Nevada, and he is known for his smooth and silky voice. Monge has a diverse vocal range and performs a wide range of music such as Las Vegas classics and contemporary... read full bio
Michael Moorer is an American former professional boxer who has competed in light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. He has been a multiple-time world champion in two weight classes, he has held the WBO light heavyweight title, the WBO heavyweight title, the unified WBA, IBF and lineal heavyweight titles, and the IBF heavyweight title again. He has also been the world’s... read full bio
Michael Moss is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author who is best known for his New York Times best-selling book ‘Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us.’ Moss began his career working as a fry cook for H. Salt Esquire before going on to work as a truck driver. He then worked as an office clerk and staff... read full bio
Michael Murray is a stand-up comedian who isn’t your normal comic. He is unique, captivating, and deaf. Also known as, “The Deaf Comic” only became hearing impaired at the age of 40. After eight years, he finally received the Cochlear implant. With the implant, Mike Murray was able to pursue the dreams of coming to the comedy stage. His comedic... read full bio
Michael Nutter is an American politician who has previously served as the 98th Mayor of Philadelphia. Nutter was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and he earned his B.S. in business from the The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. While earning his degree, Nutter began working as a DJ at a local club where he performed under the name Mix... read full bio
Ambassador Michael Oren has dedicated his life to assisting Israel and the Jewish community worldwide. He is a statesman, historian and lawmaker. He dealt with foreign leaders while serving as a member of the Knesset and Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Office and he spoke out in favor of Israel in the media. He was the driving force behind initiatives to combat... read full bio
Dr. Michael Osit is a licensed clinical psychologist and author who has worked with children, adolescents, and families for more than 3 decades. His most recent book is Generation Text: Raising Well Adjusted Kids In An Age Of Instant Everything. He is a dynamic and entertaining speaker and frequently presents seminars and workshops for mental health professionals, parents,... read full bio
Michael Ostaski whose life revolves around the world of art. Michaels form of art is called art explosion. His performances are entertaining and engaging. Michael paints original and celebrity artwork in a very fast paced setting. His performances are very musical and Michael has a lot of energy to keep the crowd entertained. Michael grew up in a very... read full bio
Michael Owen is an English former professional footballer who played as a striker for several various teams as well as for England’s national team. Owen was born in Chester, England, and he began his career playing for Liverpool’s youth team. Owen went on to turn professional with Liverpool where he played for several years and helped them to win an... read full bio
Michael Potts is an American actor who is best known for his roles on stage and in television. He has been in Off-Broadway productions of, ‘The America Play’, ‘Overtime’, ‘Mud, River, Stone’, ‘Joe Fearless (A Fan Dance)’, ‘Brooklyn Bridge’, ‘Richard III’, ‘The Tempest’, and ‘Cabin in the Sky’. He’s also been on Broadway productions of, ‘Lennon’, ‘Grey Gardens’, ‘The Book... read full bio
Michael Pritchard is an activist, television host, keynote speaker, comedian, and more. He has been featured on outlets such as CNN, PBS, People, and Time Magazine. Pritchard uses his humor to speak to children about making good choices, respect others, and handling conflict resolutions. He speaks out to community organizations, corporations, schools, universities, parent groups, and more. Pritchard was also... read full bio
Michael Ray is a country artist from Florida. He has been described as vibrant, upbeat, and contemporary country-rock. He started by building a strong grassroots fan base in his home in southern Florida, before gaining fame on The CW’s reality television vocal competition The Next: Fame Is at Your Doorstep. Ray inherited his love for music from his grandfather, who... read full bio
Michael Rogers, a well-known name in the field of technology and innovation, holds the position of Futurist in Residence at The New York Times, where he offers priceless insights into the rapidly changing technological landscape and its effects on society. Rogers has established himself as a sought-after thought leader and speaker on future technologies and their ramifications thanks to his... read full bio
Michael Rooker is an actor whose early claim to fame is his starring role in the movie Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, a movie based on confessions of the real-life serial killer, Henry Lee Lucas. Other popular films roles he portrayed include Terry Cruger in Sea of Love, Hal Tucker in Cliffhanger, Merle Dixon in The Walking Dead (television... read full bio
Michael Rose is a retired British Army general who has a Special Air Service Regiment commanding officer as well as a Commander UNPROFOR Bosnia during the Yugoslav Wars. Rose was born in British India and studied at Cheltenham college. St. Edmund Hall, Oxford and Sorbonne. After earning his B.A., Rose joined the Regular Army Coldstream Guards as second lieutenant before... read full bio
American television producer, author, and showrunner Michael Schur is well-known for his outstanding contributions to the comedy genre. Schur, who was raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has always been passionate about humor and writing. He was a member of the Harvard Lampoon, a renowned humor journal, while a student at Harvard University. With his participation in the enduring comedy series "The... read full bio
Chef Michael Schwartz, based in Miami, FL, is best known for his interpretation of local cuisine. He has been praised by publications such as the New York Times, Food & Wine, and Condé Nast Traveler. He has been seen nationally on many television shows, including The Martha Stewart Show, After Hours With Daniel Boulud, Top Chef, and Fresh Food Fast... read full bio
Michael Sembello is a jazz musician who started in the music biz with the great seventies artists, Stevie Wonder. He began his music career studying with Pat Martino. He soon became a session musician who worked with very high-profile artists. At the age of 17, is when he began working with Stevie in both the electric and acoustic guitar... read full bio
Known as "The Motivator" Michael Solomon, is a former NYPD Detective and bestselling author, he is the survivor of a bizarre double murder attempt on his life. During his tenure in the intelligence division, he was assigned to protect the Shah of Iran and Madame Chang of Taiwan. He has personally met four U.S. Presidents. Michael was assigned as... read full bio
Michael Solomon is an expert on consumer behavior, advertising and marketing. Through his work, Solomon has become well-known for his book ‘Consumer Behavior: Buying, Having, and Being,’ which has gone on to be the best known book on understanding consumers. Solomon has also gone on to be an advisor for clients on marketing strategies and how we can make our... read full bio
Michael Spinks, also known as “Jinx”, is an American former professional boxer who has competed in light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. Spinks has held world championships in two weight classes, the undisputed light heavyweight title and the lineal heavyweight title. During his amateur career, Spinks won the Golden Gloves Light Middleweight Championship, earned a silver medal in the National AAU... read full bio
Michael Stevens is an American educator, comedian, speaker, entertainer, and YouTuber who is best known for creating and hosting the YouTube channel Vsauce. Stevens was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and while in high school, he had developed a comedic personality. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in psychology and English literature from University of Chicago and while... read full bio
Michael Stuhlbarg is an American actor who is best known for his roles in television and film which include playing George Yeaman in the film “Lincoln,” Andy Hertzfeld in the film “Steve Jobs,” and Arnold Rothstein in the television series “Boardwalk Empire.” Stuhlbarg was born in Long Beach, California, and he studied at The Juilliard School in New York City... read full bio
Michael Thomas is an American football wide receiver who plays for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL. He was born in Los Angeles, California, and began his career playing football at Taft High School where he was ranked by Rivals.com as a four-star recruit. He went on to play college football for Ohio State University where he was a... read full bio
Michael Treacy is a business speaker who knows how to achieve market success. He has been in the business for over 30 years. Michael was a professor at MITs Sloan School of Management and has been author to bestselling books. In the 1990s his book The Discipline of Market Leaders, has helped business leaders obtain competitive advantage through putting more... read full bio
As the youngest mayor of Stockton, California, Michael Tubbs, an experienced American politician and social entrepreneur, attracted global attention. Tubbs, who was born in Stockton on August 2, 1990, showed outstanding leadership potential at a young age and developed a passion for bettering his neighborhood. Tubbs went to his hometown intending to help the people there after receiving a bachelor's degree... read full bio
Michael Tucker is an American actor who is mostly known for his role on Stuart Markowitz on the NBC television series, L.A. Law. Michael Tucker was on the hit TV drama show for 8 years. This led him to three Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe nominations. Born in Baltimore, Maryland and graduated from Carnegie-Mellon University where he became friends... read full bio
Rising country singer-songwriter Michael Tyler, named by Rolling Stone as 10 New Country Artists You Need to Know, is making waves with his single “They Can’t See”. MT, who began honing his singing and songwriting skills at the young age of eleven, released his debut album 317. His first single, “Crazy Last Night”, had its world premier on CMT and... read full bio
Michael Voltaggio is an American chef from Pasadena, California who is most well known for being the winner of the sixth season of Top Chef, a cooking competition reality show on the Bravo network. He competed against his brother Bryan in the show. They both ended in the finale alongside Kevin Gillespie. Judge of Top Chef, Tom Colicchio, stated on... read full bio
Michael Weatherly is an American actor, producer and director who is best known for playing Anthony DiNozzo on the television series “NCIS” and for playing Logan Cale on the television series “Dark Angel”. He has most recently starred as Dr. Jason Bull in the television series “Bull”. Weatherly studied at Boston University, Menlo College, and American University but dropped out... read full bio
Micheal Weber is a charming mind reader/ magician who delivers remarkable entertainment for thinking audiences. He has traveled the world, delivering unique and interactive presentations that stimulate each audience members mind. Weber speaks on a variety of topics, including communication, information and innovation. He is recognized for his problem solving and story telling skills, and with bachelors, masters and doctorate... read full bio
Michael Wesch is an associate Professor of Cultural Anthropology at Kansas State University. He also works on media ecology and the field of digital ethnography, where he studies the effect of new media on human interaction. Wesch graduated summa cum laude from the Kansas State University Anthropology Program and has since been a faculty member after earning his Ph.D. in... read full bio
Michael Woods is a DJ from the United Kingdom who has gained a lot of attention in the last few years for his remix work, especially with artists like Van Dahl and Sonique to lio and Energy 52. Michal has emerged from the underground dance scene with the smash hit “If U Want Me” which was a collaboration with the... read full bio
Michael Yo, a comedian, actor and host who has been nominated for two Emmys, appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience, was a frequent guest on The Adam Carolla Show and just released the critically praised comedy special "I Never Thought," keeps active across all of Hollywood's platforms. Michael is a devoted husband and a proud parent who has an endless supply of stories... read full bio
Ghanaian-British actress, director, singer, and composer Michaela Coel is well-known for her outstanding contributions to the entertainment business. She has made an enduring impression with her compelling performances and artistic initiatives as Michaela Coel, better known professionally. The conception and depiction of the main character in the E4 sitcom Chewing Gum (2015–2017) was Coel's breakthrough. She received a BAFTA Award for... read full bio
Michaela Dietz is a Korean-American actress who is best known for voicing Amethyst on the television series “Steven Universe” and for playing Riff on the television series “Barney & Friends”. Dietz was born in South Korea and raised in New York. She studied International Studies at Middlebury College and made her acting debut playing Riff in Barney & Friends. Since... read full bio
Michaela Watkins is an American actress and comedian who is best known for playing Valerie on the Hulu series “Casual” and Jackie in series “Trophy Wife”. Watkins has also been a cast member on “Saturday Night Live”. She graduated from Boston University where she studied theater and acting and after school, she moved to Portland, Oregon, where she started acting... read full bio
NBA All-Star Michael “Sugar” Ray Richardson played with the NBA for eight years, most notably for the New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets. When he was drafted by the New York Knicks in the NBA draft, he was dubbed “the next Walt Frazier.” Richardson became only the third player in NBA history to lead the league in both assists... read full bio
He is a composer and pianist extraordinaire. He is a bandleader, lecturer, and visiting professor. He is a chart-topping producer; a Grammy, two-time Latin Grammy and Emmy Award winner. He is the recipient of his native country’s highest civilian honors, as well as several academic honorary degrees. Michel Camilo is all of these things and more, wrapped in a human... read full bio
Spending his childhood on a farm established in Michel Nischan a great appreciation for sustainable agriculture and those who work the land that remains with his to this day. Nischan is owner of Dressing Room: A Homegrown Restaurant, a renowned chef and best-selling author, sharing his ongoing story about his love of food and the people who produce it. Chef... read full bio
Michel’le is an R&B singer, who is most well known for her music released in the ‘80s and ‘90s, including the Top 10 hits “No More Lies” and “Something In My Heart”. In recent years, she starred in the reality series R&B Divas: Los Angeles. Her career began when she signed to Eazy-E’s Ruthless Records and released her first album,... read full bio
Michele Balan is a classy comedian with attitude who entertains audiences around the country. Michele left her successful career at a computer company to pursue her comedy career. She has been entertaining audiences ever since. Michele is best known for her time on the NBC reality television show Last Comic Standing. Michele was on the fourth season of the show... read full bio
Michele Borba, Ed.D., the author of Building Moral Intelligence: The Seven Essential Virtues that Teach Kids to Do the Right Thing, is an internationally renowned consultant and educator who has focused primarily on strengthening children's character, self-esteem and achievement. A dynamic and highly sought-after speaker, she has presented keynote addresses and workshops to over half a million people around the... read full bio
Michele Rigby Assad learned the value of positive thinking from her parents while growing up in a tiny town in Central Florida and she embraced it at a young age. This included being willing to take the difficult path, never giving up and working hard until you succeed. This set her on a long and winding path that led her to places... read full bio
Michele Tafoya is an American sportscaster who has been a reporter for NBC Sports. She is best known for being a sideline reporter for NBC Sunday Night Football. Tafoya has earned her B.A. in mass communications from the University of California, Berkeley and went on to earn her masters in business administration from the University of Southern California. Tafoya began... read full bio
Michele Thornton Ghee is a highly successful businesswoman and strategist who has built a stellar career by earning billions of dollars in income for illustrious organizations including CNN, The History Channel, The Weather Channel, and BET Networks. Ghee has earned various honors and recognitions over her successful career, underscoring her important contributions to the sector. The Woman to Watch and Wonder... read full bio
Author, strategist, husband, and parent Michell C. Clark creates affirmations for creative entrepreneurs who are dedicated to improving both their own lives and the lives of others. The Virginia Commonwealth University alumnus hails from Woodbridge, Virginia. He developed his writing and research abilities after graduating, working for companies and cultural organizations such as the National Museum of African American History... read full bio
Michelle Borth is an American actress who is best known for playing Catherine in series “Hawaii Five-0” and for playing Candace in series “The Forgotten”. She studied at Pace University where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater and Art History. She then went on to make her television debut in an episode of “Off Centre”. Since then,... read full bio
The astute psychologist and author known for her ability to "tell it like it is," Dr. Michelle R. Callahan, is the host of the syndicated talk show Wedlock or Deadlock and a frequent guest on Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, The Talk, Oprah, and the Today Show. She is the writer of the book Ms. Typed: Stop Sabotaging Your Relationships and... read full bio
Michelle Diamond is a very successful CEO, business owner, and growth strategy and execution specialist. She oversees a vibrant company as the CEO of Elevate Diamond Strategy, which focuses on offering consulting services, training, and interim executive support to businesses looking to expand into new markets, spur growth, improve competitive intelligence, and pursue mergers and acquisitions. Michelle has worked with over... read full bio
Michelle Dockery is an English actress and singer who is best known for playing Lady Mary Crawley in the UK television series “Downton Abbey”, a role for which she has been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. Dockery was born in Rush Green, Essex, England. She was educated at the Finch Stage School and she enrolled... read full bio
Michelle Easton is the President and Founder of the Clare Boothe Luce Policy Institute (CBLPI), who promotes conservative women role models who advocate conventional family ideals and groom young women for conservative leadership. The foundation also puts together an annual calendar and hosts campus lectures, conferences, seminars, and summits highlighting conservative women leaders on the rise. Before establishing CBLPI, Michelle... read full bio
Michelle Forbes, is an American actress who has built a career of work in television and independent film and has acted in productions in both the United States and in the United Kingdom. Forbes first gained attention from her dual role in daytime soap opera Guiding Light, for which she received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. Although she has appeared... read full bio
Michelle Gomez is a Scottish actress best known for her roles in films and television series such as, Missy in “Doctor Who”, Pickwell in “Bad Education”, and most recently as Mary Wardwell/Madam Satan in the Netflix series, “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”. Gomez was inspired to pursue acting when she saw the musical production, ‘Kiss Me, Kate’, at only 7 years... read full bio
Michelle Hord was NBCUniversal's former vice president of talent management and creative content. In this capacity, she collaborated on the corporate Women's Initiative's debut and worked to create plans to boost women's growth, recruitment, and involvement inside the organization. Michelle established the first corporate paid internship program and oversaw hiring for the whole NBCUniversal campus in her previous position as... read full bio
Michelle Howard is a retired United States Navy officer who was the first female to become a four-star admiral. She accomplished several firsts through her career including being the first African-American woman to command a U.S. Navy ship, was the first admiral selected from the U.S. Naval Academy class for rank rear admiral. She was also the first African-American and... read full bio
Michelle Hurd is an American actress who is best known for playing Monique Jeffries in series “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”, Colleen Manus in series “The Glades”, and Shepherd in series “Blindspot”. She graduated from Boston University and studied with the Alvin Ailey School. After graduating from college, she studied at London’s National Theatre and started acting on stage.... read full bio
Michelle Jewsbury is an accomplished author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Unsilenced Voices, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence and helping survivors heal and reclaim their lives. Michelle's work has been featured in numerous media outlets, including Forbes, The Huffington Post, and NBC News. Michelle's journey to success has been marked by numerous challenges... read full bio
Michelle Krusiec is a Taiwanese American actress, writer and producer. Krusiec was born in Taiwan and when she was five years old she was adopted by an aunt who had married a European American. Krusiec later went on to study theater at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earned her B.A. and later went on to study at University of... read full bio
Michelle McGann is an American professional golfer who has had to face many challenges. She has become a role model to many around the country. At the age of seven, Michelle began to play the sport. She gained a lot of success as a junior golfer. She won various titles and became a Rolex junior First-Team All American. At the... read full bio
Michelle Monaghan is an American actress who is best known for playing Julia Meade in the “Mission: Impossible” films, for playing Sarah Lane in the series “The Path”, and for playing Maggie Hart in the series “True Detective”, a role which earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Monaghan started her career modeling and modeled in Milan,... read full bio
Michelle Mylett is a Canadian actress who is best known for playing Katy on the Canadian comedy series “Letterkenny.” Mylett was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, and she began her career performing as a cheerleader where she cheered for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League. Moving from cheerleading to acting, Mylett made her acting debut in the film... read full bio
Michelle Rhee is heavily involved in the American education system. She is a public figure who has spent over twenty years trying to give children the knowledge and skills needed to compete in the fast pace world. Michelle began her teaching career after signing up with Teach for America. Rhee was founder and CEO of The New Teacher Project (TNTP),... read full bio
YOU -- THE BRAND Determine and Drive How Others See You What do people say about you when you leave the room Is it what you want them to say How you show up in the room, get listened to and are known amongst your colleagues are all critical components of your future success. In this workshop Michelle Tillis Lederman,... read full bio
Michelle Wie is an American professional golfer who plays on the LPGA Tour. Wie was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and while growing up, her mother was an amateur golf champion which led Wie to have a passion for golf as well. Wie went on to study at Stanford University but took a leave of absence to play professional golf before... read full bio
Michelle Wright is a Canadian country artist who has become a widely recognized female country singer in the 1990’s. Her music career started in a band in 1983. Michelle and her band signed with Savannah Records and soon released her debut single “I Want to Count on You”, the song was a hit and peaked at No. 48 on the... read full bio
Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress who gained fame in Hong Kong for performing her own stunts in films. She is best known for her roles as Wai Lin in the James Bond film “Tomorrow Never Dies”, and as Yu Shu Lien in the film “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”. Yeoh originally trained to be a ballet dancer and studied at... read full bio
Michi is a singer and composer from the Latinx community who lives outside of Los Angeles. Her debut album, released on Stones Throw, combines the rhythm of funk and soul from the 1970s and 1980s with R&B from the MTV diva period. "If You Want Me" and "There's No Heaven" are two of the singles that have been released thus far. Michi... read full bio
Michigan Rattlers are a quartet of childhood friends who craft folk-rock tunes that resonate with fans worldwide. Composed of Graham Young on guitar, Adam Reed on bass, Christian Wilder on piano, and Tony Audia on drums, the group hails from Petoskey, Michigan, where they first started writing and performing music. In 2016, they released their self-titled EP, which garnered glowing reviews... read full bio
Dr. Michio Kaku is a well-known theoretical physicist and environmental activist who is well-known throughout the world for his ground-breaking physics research. At the Graduate Center of the City University of New York's City College, he holds the Henry Semat Professorship in Theoretical Physics. Dr. Kaku has dedicated his life to realizing Einstein's ideal of combining the four basic forces... read full bio
Mick Ebeling is regarded as a brilliant luminary who made an immeasurable contribution to societal advancement, technology, and creativity. Ebeling's enormous influence as the founder and CEO of Not Impossible Labs is built on his unflinching dedication to approaching apparently impossible tasks with unwavering ingenuity. The story of Ebeling exemplifies the idea of overcoming apparently insurmountable obstacles. "Not Impossible: The Art... read full bio
Mick Hucknall is an English singer-songwriter and musician who rose to fame as the lead singer and songwriter of the band Simply Red, which was a British soul and pop band that was best known for their singles “If You Don’t Know Me by Now” and “Holding Back the Years.” Simply Red’s best-selling album was “Stars,” and they have earned... read full bio
Mick Jenkins is an American hip-hop artist who is based out of Chicago, Illinois. Jenkins was born in Huntsville, Alabama, and he moved to Chicago when he was only 9 years old. Jenkins found his love of music through his parents as they often listened to music which included gospel and neo-soul genres. By the time he was 17 years... read full bio
Former acting White House chief of staff for President Donald Trump and former U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) director Michael "Mick" Mulvaney (R). Although he devoted all of his time to his chief of staff responsibilities from January 2019 to March 2020, Mulvaney held the position of formal director of the OMB from February 2017 until July 2020.... read full bio
Mickey Callisto is unlike anything else in the world right now; he is a self-aware beacon of optimism who embraces being really you. He is a brand-new type of popstar that creates trippy, home-produced synth-pop bangers while separating the ego from the self, treating everyone equally and presenting a novel perspective and life experience that is about to take off. Mickey, a... read full bio
Millard ""Mickey"" Drexler joined the J. Crew Group as CEO and chairman, bringing inspiration, creativity and unparalleled expertise to J.Crew. Together with his team, he has set the industry standard for quality, design and style by using the finest fabrics, craftsmen and mills from Europe and the US to create signature pieces. Prior to joining J. Crew, Mickey Drexler served... read full bio
The American country music performer Mickey Guyton. Guyton, who was up in Texas, was exposed to a variety of musical genres at a young age; as a result, her music incorporates aspects of modern country and RnB music. 2011 saw her move to Nashville, Tennessee, where she later agreed to a recording deal with Capitol Records Nashville. The label released... read full bio
Mickey Redmond is a Canadian former professional hockey player who played as right wing for the Montreal Canadiens and for the Detroit Red Wings. Since retiring as a hockey player, Redmond has gone on to be a color analyst for Detroit Red Wings games on Fox Sports Detroit. Redmond was born in Peterborough, Ontario, and he began his career playing... read full bio
Mickey Sumner is an English actress who is best known for playing Bess Till in the television series “Snowpiercer,” and Katia in the television series “Low Winter Sun.” Sumner was born in West End, London, England, and she is the daughter of musician Sting, and actress Trudie Styler. She is also the sister of musicians Eliot and Joe Sumner. Sumner... read full bio
