The GRAMMY Award-winning O'Connor Band, featuring iconic fiddler and composer Mark O'Connor, puts on an engaging, dynamic show showcasing compelling arrangements, virtuosic solos, and tight vocal harmonies. Their debut album, Coming Home, reached No. 1 on Billboard's Top Bluegrass Albums chart and won Best Bluegrass Album at the GRAMMY Awards. In addition to Mark, the band features Maggie O'Connor (fiddle/vocals),... read full bio
Debbie Sterling is a seasoned businesswoman and engineer who is well-known for her innovative work as the Founder and CEO of the renowned brand GoldieBlox. She has transformed the toy industry with cutting-edge toys, games, and media in an effort to break gender stereotypes and encourage girls to pursue careers in STEM. To break down barriers in the toy industry, Debbie... read full bio
Nef the Pharaoh is most well known for his collaborations with fellow hip hop artist E-40. He was chosen by fans as the “Bay Area Freshman of the Year,” and soon after released the regional hit “Big Tymin”. The song was remixed by YG and Ty Dolla $ign, and Nef’s self-titled debut EP was released on Sick Wid It Records.... read full bio
With over twenty years of experience as a leading sales professional and leader, Ryan Estis provides organizations with methods to foster improved sales performance. Prior to becoming a distinguished keynote speaker, Estis was the chief strategy officer for the McCann Worldgroup advertising agency NAS. He has been named among the best keynote speakers ever heard by Meetings & Conventions magazine,... read full bio
Pandit Dasa is a well-known name in the disciplines of mindfulness, the future of work, and workplace culture. From a life as a monk, his extraordinary path has led him to prominence as an author, lecturer, and thought leader. In his formative years, Pandit Dasa adopted a monastic lifestyle in search of spiritual insight and inner tranquility. He explored the depths... read full bio
New York Voices are approaching their 30th Anniversary in music. The Grammy Award-winning vocal group has refined their musical story to a high art. They are known for their close-knit voicings, inspired arrangements and unparalleled vocal blend. Their chameleon-like musicianship allows them to move seamlessly from setting to setting, be it orchestral/big band to the intimate trio lineup. With... read full bio
Kishi Bashi is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, who founded the indie rock band Jupiter One. For a few years, he was also a member of the experimental band named Of Montreal. Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured around the world as a violinist with various artists, including Regina Spekter, Alexi Murdoch, and Sondre Lerche. Shortly after Kishi Bashi released his... read full bio
Los Angeles-based R&B singer-songwriter, Wrabel was catapulted to fame when his song Ten Feet Tall was featured in the Bud Light Super Bowl commercial, being heard by a hundred million viewers. Previously, he wrote songs for artists like Phillip Phillips an Adam Lambert, before signing with Island thanks to a demo recording of Ten Feet Tall. The track is collaboration... read full bio
Adam Steinfeld is a magician, illusionist, comedian, filmmaker, writer, editor, and director. He studied at the University of Miami where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Cinematography and Communications. During his time in college, he worked as a street magician to help raise money to get him through college. Upon graduating, he found his passion and would perform... read full bio
Neil Pasricha demonstrates that nurturing a positive mindset is essential to personal and organization success. A Harvard MBA, New York Times best-selling author, award-winning blogger and one of the most celebrated TED speakers in the world, Pasricha is a pied piper of happiness (The Toronto Star) who captivates audiences with concepts and frameworks that catapult organizational happiness and engagement. He... read full bio
Michelle Gielan is a former national CBS News anchor, now focusing her efforts on positive psychology research. She penned the book Broadcasting Happiness, which describes the science of igniting and sustaining positive change. In the book, Michelle shows you how changing your broadcast changes your power by sharing compelling stories and impressive research. Her simple research-based communication habits have been... read full bio
Jon B. comes from a musical family (father is a music professor, mother is a concert pianist, sister is a violinist, and brother a cellist) so it’s no surprise that he joined the family business and began shopping demos in 1992. He caught the attention of Yab-Yum Records CEO Tracey Edmonds and was soon writer for the likes of After... read full bio
Twang and Round are the result of two young men from Kentucky who are fervently passionate about music but still have a realistic approach to their profession. With inspirations from all genres, including UGK, Outkast, Beastie Boys, Black Crows, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Creedence Clearwater Revival, to mention a few. Twang and Round, who produce music because they genuinely love it,... read full bio
Charles Best is a recognized visionary businessman and philanthropist who founded DonorsChoose.org and made significant contributions to the field of education. Charles Best, the founder and CEO of this ground-breaking platform, has permanently altered how people interact with and support public education. His impact can be seen in classrooms and communities all over the country. Under Charles Best's visionary leadership, DonorsChoose.org... read full bio
Get ready for an uplifting experience! We're thrilled to welcome the amazing Dr. Natalie Stavas to our event. As the Program Director for Child Protection Pediatrics at the University of California, San Diego, she's not just a healer and educator but a beacon of inspiration. Dr. Stavas gained national acclaim for her bravery during the Boston Marathon bombings, earning accolades... read full bio
Joe Faugno, the head master baker and mixer at Carlo’s Bakery, heads the brand’s Research & Development department, overseeing recipe creation, as well as product quality assurance at each location. Joe is married to Grace Faugno, the eldest of Buddy’s sisters, for almost 20 years. When he's not at the bakery, he works as a firefighter, often coming straight from... read full bio
LANco, short for Lancaster & Company, is a country music band with five members. Brandon Lancaster writes songs and sings lead vocals, Chandler Baldwin plays bass guitar, Jared Hampton plays the keyboard as well as a few other instruments, Tripp Howell is on drums, and Eric Steedly rocks the guitar. The band focuses on their specialty, rocking country anthems. After... read full bio
Inspired by acts such as Alabama, Eric Church, and Jason Aldean, the bouncy, harmonic, and hook-friendly songs of the country band Radio Romance bring a youthful, party-loving vibe to the Nashville scene. Three friends who had been practicing their particular instruments since childhood, Sam Hayes (vocals), Josh Gramling (guitar), and Moises Padilla (drums), founded the band in Hermitage, Tennessee. Originally,... read full bio
Silk is best known for their hit singles, ""Freak Me"", and ""Happy Days"" from their debut album, Lose Control. Another hit from Lose Control, ""Girl U For Me"", helped the album reach double Platinum status. Silk was discovered by musician Keith Sweat. The group was originally a quintet made up of Timothy ""Timzo"" Cameron, Jimmy Gates, Jr., Johnathen ""John John""... read full bio
Glam metal band FireHouse rose to fame with hits including “Reach For The Sky” and “All She Wrote”, in addition to their signature ballads “Don’t Treat Me Bad”, “I Live My Life for You”, “Love of a Lifetime”, and “When I Look Into Your Eyes”. The group won an American Music Award for Favorite Heavy Metal/Hard Rock New Artist, beating... read full bio
