In the early 1980s, while other kids were playing war with G.I. Joe action figures, Detroit native Marcellus "Malik" Pittman was cranking up his radio and listening to jazz performances by Rosetta Hines, "the Wizzard," and "Electrifying Mojo." Malik started working as a DJ for college parties, wedding receptions, and "old school parties" in the early 1990s. Malik collaborated with... read full bio
American economist, lawyer, and corporate leader Roger W. Ferguson Jr. was born in Washington, D.C., on October 28, 1951. He has made major contributions to both the public and commercial sectors. His selection to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in 1997, where he served until 2006, marked the beginning of Ferguson's successful career. He made history by becoming the first... read full bio
Kat Timpf is an American television personality, columnist, reporter, and comedian. She is best known for her appearances on Fox New’s The Greg Gutfield Show and for co-hosting “Fox News Specialists” alongside Eric Bolling and Eboni Williams. Most recently, she has starting hosting his own show “Sincerely, Kat”. Timpf graduated from Hillsdale College magna cum laude with a B.A. in... read full bio
As the first blind active-duty officer in the military, Scotty Smiley carved his name into the annals of military history. Smiley, who was born on December 8th, 1979, has inspired countless people all across the world with his extraordinary story of bravery, resiliency, and tenacity. After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2003 and being commissioned... read full bio
As the first Puerto Rican to ever win an Olympic gold medal, Monica Puig, a professional tennis player and ESPN commentator, is honored. In her almost ten-year professional career, Monica won one WTA title (Strasbourg), advanced to the finals of four other WTA events and had a career-high ranking of #27. By winning the women's singles gold medal at the Olympic... read full bio
Geoff Blum, a World Series champion, serves as the Houston Astros' TV color analyst. As an infielder, Blum played for six MLB teams over his 14-year Major League career, including the Houston Astros, Chicago White Sox, San Diego Padres, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Montreal Expos and Arizona Diamondbacks. Blum studied in sociology while playing baseball for the California Golden Bears at the... read full bio
Although Michael Bennett is a three-time Pro Bowl defensive end and Super Bowl winner, his collection of work is about much more than football. Michael is a committed husband, parent, activist and author. He utilizes his platform to spread the word about pressing social issues while incorporating his love of social justice and education into every sentence. With his wife, Pele,... read full bio
Chris DeVany is a prominent businessman and visionary leader who has made important contributions to management and organizational growth. He has played a crucial role in the transformation of businesses and the promotion of excellence in healthcare organizations across the country as the founder and president of Pinnacle Performance Improvement Worldwide. Pinnacle Performance Improvement Worldwide is a well-known company that serves... read full bio
The 10 times U.S. steeplechase champion, the world champion and three times finalist in the Olympics is Emma Coburn. Emma, who won a bronze medal in the steeplechase event at the Rio Olympics, is the first American woman to do so. While still a student, Emma competed for the University of Colorado and earned a spot on her first Olympic squad.... read full bio
As an NFL commentator for several shows, including Total Access, David Carr joined NFL Network. Carr was selected by the Houston Texans with the first overall choice in the NFL Draft and in his first season, he was named to the All-NFL first Team. Over the course of his career, he would play for four different teams, including the Texans, Carolina... read full bio
One of Canada's top athletes, Jennifer Botterill, is a renowned hockey television analyst. Botterill has been a part of the Canadian Women's Hockey Team for 14 years and has won three Olympic gold medals and one Olympic silver. She contributed significantly to the Vancouver team's success by helping to score the gold-medal goal. Botterill has won the World Championship events five... read full bio
James E. Delany served as the Big Ten's previous commissioner and guided the organization through times of tremendous expansion that allowed it to keep its position as a national leader in providing young people with top-notch academic and athletic opportunities. During Delany's leadership, the Big Ten expanded to include 14 universities, including Penn State, Nebraska, Maryland and Rutgers. Delany's efforts has... read full bio
Collete Davis questions the perception of what women are capable of. Collete's exceptional grasp of engineering and science has led to a résumé loaded with triumphs in sports, open-wheel racecars and Monster Jam trucks in a competition that mixes speed, thrill and risk-taking. Collete is a seasoned racecar driver, stunt driver, businesswoman and national TV host. She also drives the 12,000-pound Wonder Woman... read full bio
With his dynamic performances and skill as a songwriter, Alfie Jukes, a rising star in the worlds of social media and music, has established himself as an engaging presence. Alfie, a well-known TikTok star, has won over 800,000 fans on his hialfiejukes account with his captivating performance videos and dynamic musical abilities. Alfie's ascent to fame started in 2020 with the... read full bio
Puerto Rican salsa singer Jerry Rivera, a Grammy-nominated multi-platinum musician, has been making music since he was a young adult. The son of singers Edwin "Pino" and Domingo Rivera, he was born in Huamco, Puerto Rico. At numerous events, he started singing with his parents, and at his parents' concerts, he was given brief solo opportunities. When Jerry was 14... read full bio
Iván Duque presided over the Republic of Colombia from 2018 to 2022. His tenure had a profound effect on the course of the country. As Colombia's president, Duque overcame difficult obstacles while maintaining a strong commitment to promoting growth, inclusivity, and progress. Duque concentrated on a wide range of important problems that influenced Colombia's socioeconomic environment throughout his time in office.... read full bio
Andy Murray is a tennis prodigy who has irrevocably changed the landscape of men's tennis. He has reached the peak of the sport thanks to his tremendous talent, intense determination, and unshakable dedication to excellence, placing him among the all-time greats. On the tennis court, Murray is unmatched in terms of skill. He is a true champion who has won many... read full bio
Chase Utley, a resident of the greater Los Angeles region, was born in Pasadena. Since he started playing baseball at an early age, Chase has dedicated his life to it. Chase was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 15th overall pick out of UCLA, and his debut big - hit was a grand slam home run. That paved the... read full bio
Baseball pitcher Charlie Morton plays for the Atlanta Braves. He is well-known for being among the most reliable starters and top strikeout pitchers in the previous ten years. During his career with the Atlanta Braves, Pittsburgh Pirates, Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros and Tampa Bay Rays, he accumulated over 1,877 innings pitched and over 1,800 strikeouts. His two World Series victories were... read full bio
Charley Hoffman has won four times on the PGA TOUR throughout the course of his career. Hoffman, a genuine fan favorite and one of the PGA TOUR's most reliable players, has a laid-back and humorous disposition. In order to represent and speak for them on the PGA TOUR policy board, Charley was chosen by his peers to chair the Player... read full bio
