For more than two decades Carolyne Roehm has been viewed as one of this countrys trendsetters in fashion, elegance, and tastemaking. After an impressive career as one of the fashion worlds reigning designers and recognized in her own right as one of the worlds best-dressed women, Roehm has now turned her talents to teaching others about flowers, lifestyle, decorating, and... read full bio
Oh sure, they have real names; but they are best known as ""The Carrot Guys."" And their message on employee engagement will change the way you do business. Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton are highly sought-after speakers and authors of the critically acclaimed, best-selling business books The Carrot Principle, The 24-Carrot Manager, A Carrot A Day (a Wall Street Journal... read full bio
Good companies will meet needs; great companies will create markets," says Philip Kotler, the world's pre-eminent marketing thinker. Kotler is S.C. Johnson and Son Distinguished Professor of International Marketing at the J. L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University."... read full bio
Gail Simmons is a dynamic television personality, cuisine writer, and qualified culinary expert. She has contributed her vast experience as a permanent judge on BRAVO's Emmy-winning series Top Chef from the show's debut. Top Chef is currently ranked as the best culinary program on cable television as it enters its 22nd season. She was previously the host of Iron Chef... read full bio
Christian Siriano is an American fashion designer and also a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America. He is the winner of the fourth season of “Project Runway” and was the series youngest winner. Since then, he has been praised by celebrities such as, Oprah Winfrey and Tim Gunn. Christian Siriano’s designs are world-renowned, having made appearances in... read full bio
Jackie Kallen, known as “The First Lady of Boxing,” is the most accomplished female in the boxing industry. A former journalist, who has interviewed everyone from Elvis to Sinatra, from the Beatles to Michael Jackson. Making her mark in the late ‘70s as a sport writer focusing on boxing, Jackie eventually went on to manage fighters and guided the careers... read full bio
Critically acclaimed actor Jeffrey Wright continually pushes the boundaries of his craft with inspiring and celebrated performances in an illustrious career that has spanned the worlds of theatre, film and television. Wright is best known for his roles in the HBO miniseries Angels in America, Basquiat, Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace, HBOs Boardwalk Empire, HBOs Westworld, and The Hunger... read full bio
Andrew Loog Oldham discovered the British lyricist Vashti Bunyan. She recorded a song for Decca called "Some Things Just Stick In Your Mind" (written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards), which was mostly unnoticed in its time. Her subsequent recordings of her own songs went unnoticed in a similar way. The pair's buddy Donovan was planning to start an artists' colony... read full bio
Joan Lunden is regarded as a multifaceted and accomplished individual who has made outstanding contributions to journalism, writing, advocacy, and public debate. She has established herself as an accomplished journalist, best-selling author, captivating moderator, and ardent supporter of health and wellbeing over the course of a career spanning decades. When Lunden assumed control of "Good Morning America," a renowned morning news... read full bio
A well-known advocate for families, women and children and an active proponent of healthy living and healthy lives. Her work has focused on issues such as mental health, children's health, education, homelessness and physical fitness. Her health focus has encompassed a variety of issues, including mental illness, AIDS, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, lead poisoning, and youth physical fitness. She has... read full bio
JT Taylor is best known as the former lead singer of the R&B/Funk band, Kool & The Gang. He joined the group in 1978 and became the band's lead singer in 1979. That year, Kool & The Gang released the platinum-selling album, Ladies' Night, solidifying Taylor's status as the front-man for years to come. Taylor's creamy voice gave the album... read full bio
Many musicians can lay claim to a brilliant tune, a remarkable riff or a memorable album. But few can say theyve attained all of that and changed the course of popular music in the process. Stanley Clarke is one of those people. The legendary bassist is widely recognized for making the world acknowledge the electric bass as a versatile and... read full bio
Barrage is a violin-based, modern world beat ensemble headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. They are known most notably for their innovative blend of unique and varied violin music with high-energy physical choreography during their performances. The group's live shows have toured in 27 countries, and their filmed concert specials have been featured on television networks around the world. Barrage plays... read full bio
Growing up in the Bronx, Elon Gold emerged into a naturally gifted stand-up comic, sketch performer, actor, and writer. Having discovered at a very young age that he had an uncanny ability to do impressions, Gold went from mimicking his teachers to mastering truly unique voices like Charles Grodin and Howard Stern. Gold's impression-infused routine led to his first television... read full bio
The Newsboys are a Christian pop/rock band from Australia, considered one of the most popular bands in the Christian music industry. They currently consist of members Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein, and Michael Tait. Long before a separate culture was established to house the bands which would follow in their wake, the Newsboys began with a singular motivation. They... read full bio
Country music singer Casey Donahew grew up in Burleson, Texas, and started songwriting in high school, but it wasn't until he attended Texas A&M that he started playing guitar for the first time. Donahew began building a dedicated fan base among younger crowds. He gained notoriety online and through Texas radio airwaves, reaching the Top 30 on Billboard's Top... read full bio
Yelawolf originally came to public recognition in 2005 when he joined Missy Elliott on the reality series The Road to Stardom. He took matters into his own hands and published his debut independent album, Creek Water, after getting booted off the show. He also released his debut mixtape, Pissn' in a Barrel of Beez, the same year, showing his gritty... read full bio
Bonnie Tyler is a Welsh singer, most notable for having several hits in the 1970s and 80s, including Lost in France", "It's a Heartache", "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out For A Hero." With a distinctively husky voice due to damaged vocal cords, Tyler is a three-time Grammy Award nominee, three-time Brit Award nominee, and three-time Goldene Europa... read full bio
Blending a classical Commedia dell' Arte with hundreds of years legacy of European circus and modern cirque style entertainment, BALAGAN (Russian for Marketplace circus) combines unique music, choreography, athleticism and comedy. With every move, look and sound, BALAGAN creates the form of theatrical circus that is so demanding and popular in today's entertainment market. BALAGAN'S troupe of performers consists of... read full bio
Cirque Ingenieux is one of the first shows to redefine the artistry and magic of the French style of cirque by blending it with the rich history of traditional theatre. Still airing on PBS as a television special, Cirque Ingenieux is a whimsical flight of fancy into an inquisitive young girls imagination. Golden Globe winner Kitaro conjured a musical score... read full bio
