One of the most lyrically fluid MCs in the industry is largely recognized as Pharoahe Monch. Even after 20 years on the music scene, his creative drive and productivity have remained constant and artists like Eminem have praised him for always being ahead of his time. With soul-driven melody on songs like "Queens" and the infectious smash "Simon Says," his highly... read full bio
Naomi Gittoes is an inventive underwater performance-artist as well as an artist, designer, yoga and meditation instructor, cave diver, dive master and free-diving instructor. In addition to giving workshops fusing yoga, free diving, meditation and art, Naomi has shown paintings and conducted performances for audiences all over the world. She has also served as an artist in residence and a live event artist.... read full bio
James Whittle and Tom Caulfield have established themselves as The Tempest Two, the go-to motivational speakers for companies looking to motivate, inspire and create good change within their workforce. Their presentation creates a mix between captivating stories, practical lessons and fun. They stand out from most speakers because they are approachable and regular people. They are just two regular guys who realized their full potential by cultivating a... read full bio
Mike Tirico is the voice of NBC Sports' biggest events, providing play-by-play for Sunday Night Football, which has been the top program on primetime television for an unprecedented 11 years and hosting NBCUniversal's coverage of the Olympics in primetime. Tirico also hosts the network's coverage of the Indianapolis 500, the Masters, the U.S. Open and the Open Championship of golf. For 17 consecutive seasons,... read full bio
The anchor of SportsCenter's midnight broadcast, Scott Van Pelt, brings his own viewpoint to the world of sports. The show highlights Van Pelt's love of sports, along with his witty sense of humor and attitude toward praising athletes and plotlines. Van Pelt also delivers SportsCenter reports and specials from the Masters and the PGA Championship, two of professional golf's major... read full bio
Kirstie Ennis' narrative may have started when she lost her leg in Afghanistan after her chopper crashed, but it by no means comes to an end there. The former Marine sergeant has already done more than most people do in their lifetimes following more than 40 operations and the amputation of her leg, first below and then above the knee... read full bio
In a family where jazz guitar greats like Wes Montgomery and Johnny Smith were played on the stereo, Stacy Mitchhart's musical career had its start in Cincinnati, Ohio. He naturally gravitated toward the six-string as a result. He first encountered the flamboyant Little Richard on television as a young child and was enthralled by his stage presence. Little Richard was... read full bio
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
