The founder of SB Opportunity Fund and a Nordstrom board director is Stacy Brown-Philpot. After three years as the company's COO, she was formerly the CEO of TaskRabbit. Brown-Philpot joined TaskRabbit because she had a love for the convergence of operational, analytical and strategic execution. There, she used her knowledge to scale and extend the market. Prior to leading TaskRabbit's operations,... read full bio
With a vision for modern American beauty that combined couture technique with eye-catching innovation, Zac Posen debuted his self-titled collection. Assembled in his New York studio, Zac debuted a line that enhanced women's natural bodies and let them to be their most seductive, empowered selves by fusing famous Hollywood glitz with a downtown sensibility. He received one of fashion's highest accolades,... read full bio
Born on November 21, 1988, Larry Sanders is a former American professional basketball player. For the Milwaukee Bucks, Sanders had a brief but fruitful NBA career as a power forward. He represented the Virginia Commonwealth University Rams in collegiate basketball before announcing his eligibility for the 2010 NBA Draft. When Sanders was discovered by the Port St. Lucie High School basketball... read full bio
Faithless is an influential English band known for their diverse music and political themes. The group consists of Rollo, Sister Bliss, and the late Maxi Jazz, with their first album Reverence released in 1996 and most recent, All Blessed, in 2020. Their music has sold millions of physical copies, and they receive almost 3 million monthly streams on streaming platforms. Faithless'... read full bio
In their home Ireland, The Coronas fill stadiums and arenas to capacity. The Dublin pop-rock band, an indie success story and "one of Ireland's best kept secrets," have started to gain attention outside of Ireland after the release of their most recent single, "Find the Water," which is taken from their album. This year is going to be a big... read full bio
DPR IAN, an Australian-Korean musician who blurs the lines between R&B, hip-hop, and electronic music, is a part of the multimedia group DPR ("Dream Perfect Regime"). His first EP, Moodswings in This Order, featured the laid-back "No Blueberries," which marked his solo debut after breaking into the market as a member of the K-pop boy band C-Clown. Sydney-born Yu Ba-Rom, also... read full bio
American DJ and producer Wooli, also known as Adam Puleo, has established himself in the electronic dance music scene with his distinctive fusion of intense dubstep and evocative, melodic soundscapes. Wooli, who was born and bred in New York, started playing around with music production as a youngster and was influenced by musicians like Skrillex, Porter Robinson, and Excision. Wooli started... read full bio
The Brazilian Queen of the Crowd Claudia Leitte, one of the main stars of the Brazilian Carnaval, draws larger crowds and puts on amazing performances every year, earning the title of "Queen of Carnaval" from a huge crowd. Every year in Salvador, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, the three largest cities in Latin America, Claudia performs on top of a Trio... read full bio
American anchor and national correspondent for CBS News located in New York City, Errol Barnett is of British descent. While working in Washington, D.C., he became well-known for his coverage of the Trump administration. Prior to joining CBS News, Barnett hosted CNN International's Inside Africa and anchored CNN Newsroom during late hours in the United States. She reported from half... read full bio
As CEO and co-founder of The 19th*, an independent nonprofit newsroom that focuses on reporting at the nexus of gender, politics, and policy in the United States, Emily Ramshaw is an accomplished journalist and news executive. The 19th*'s goal is to elevate the voices of women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals while also giving them the knowledge and tools... read full bio
The National Basketball Association (NBA)'s Philadelphia 76ers are now managed by Elton Tyron Brand, a retired American professional basketball player born on March 11th. He started playing basketball at Peekskill High School, where he promptly joined the varsity squad and contributed significantly to their success. He was granted a scholarship to play at Duke University as a result of his... read full bio
American physician and public health activist Dr. Leana Wen has made important advancements in the fields of health policy and activism. Wen, who was born in Shanghai, China, emigrated to the US when she was eight years old. She graduated from California State University, Los Angeles with a bachelor's degree before attending Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis... read full bio
Dr. Evan Antin, who was born on December 12th, 1984, in Kansas City, Missouri, developed a love for animals at a young age. He spent a lot of his youth playing outside and having a variety of pets. At Colorado State University, Antin earned both a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and a bachelor's degree in Integrative Physiology. At California Animal... read full bio
Australian technical diver and famous cave explorer Craig Challen, OAM (Gen) has made significant contributions to the study of subaquatic cave systems. He was raised in Thornlie, Perth, and graduated from Eastern Hills Senior High School there before deciding to become a veterinarian. Challen has received multiple honors for his unrivaled expertise in cave diving, including the 2009 Diver of... read full bio
Scottish-American author and fashion designer, Douglas Stuart gained notoriety when his first book, Shuggie Bain, won the 2020 Booker Prize. Stuart, the youngest of three siblings, was raised on a housing estate in Sighthill, Glasgow, Scotland, where he was born in 1976. His mother had to fight alcoholism and addiction on her own when his father abandoned the family when... read full bio
Gianna Toboni is a senior correspondent and producer for VICE News, recognized for her fearless pursuit of stories that delve into the heart of some of the world's most pressing issues. With a remarkable ability to navigate complex and dangerous environments, Toboni has earned a reputation for her compelling and in-depth reporting. Having covered escalating cartel violence and political corruption in... read full bio
Before reaching the position of Senior Intelligence Service and resigning from the CIA, Marc Polymeropoulos worked there for a total of 26 years. He was one of the most highly decorated operations officers in the history of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and worked in a variety of field positions for the United States government. His expertise was in counterterrorism,... read full bio
Marc Levin is a well-known American independent film producer and director recognized for his powerful documentaries and critically praised feature films. Throughout his career, he has garnered significant prizes and critical acclaim for his thought-provoking storytelling. Marc Levin was born on January 31, 1951, in New York City, and reared in Elizabeth and Maplewood, New Jersey. As the son of acclaimed... read full bio
American actor, comedian, and writer Laci Mosley is a gifted and multifaceted artist who has had a major influence on the entertainment industry. She has enchanted audiences on a variety of venues and in a variety of genres with her contagious energy, razor-sharp humor, and unmistakable charisma. Texas-born and -bred Laci started out in the entertainment business as a writer and... read full bio
Nisha Ganatra is a Canadian-American film director, screenwriter, producer, and actress of Indian heritage who possesses exceptional talent and versatility. She has produced a wide range of work, and through her imaginative storytelling and bold vision, she has had a considerable influence on the film and television industries. With the independent comedy drama Chutney Popcorn (1999), in which Ganatra displayed her... read full bio
