From electrician to labor leader to the first democratically elected President of Poland, the path Lech Walesas life has taken has left a changed world in its passing. In 1980, Walesa led the 10 million-member Solidarity Labor Movement that inspired fear in the hearts of communist leadership and hope in the hearts of those starved for freedom. Despite the crackdown... read full bio
Cool and confident yet warm and approachable with a laugh that’s as melodic as the songs she sings, it’s difficult to look at Maggie Rose and not think that she was born under a very special star - and maybe she was. How else can you explain her journey from Potomac, Maryland to Nashville by way of storied record executive... read full bio
Katty Kay is a well-known journalist and anchor who works out of Washington, D.C. She has had a big impact on how the world is covered in the news. Kay is in the forefront of reporting on domestic and international current events for the BBC as the lead presenter for BBC World News America. Her knowledge encompasses a wide range... read full bio
Adventure club is an electronic dance duo formed in 2001 by Christian Srigley & Leighton James. They began releasing original singles and remixes from 1950s classics, post-hardcore rock, and modern electronic sounds. Their influences include Tiesto, Flux Pavilion, Greeley Estates, Bring Me the Horizon, and Skrillex. Their sound includes high-pitched female vocals combined with electronic sounds and heavy drops. Through... read full bio
The Welsh metal-core band Bullet For My Valentine has spent the majority of the past two years taking over the world with massive U.K., European, U.S., and worldwide tours, sharing the stage with Guns N' Roses, Metallica, and Iron Maiden, and playing the Main Stage at just about every rock festival on the planet. Additionally, the band has seen their... read full bio
Hits include: ""One Life to Live,"" ""There's No Me Without You,"" ""Don't Take Your Love,"" ""Hurt,"" ""Kiss and Say Goodbye,"" ""I Kinda Miss You,"" ""It Feels So Good to Be Loved So Bad,"" ""We Never Danced to a Love Song,"" ""Am I Losing You,"" ""Shining Star"" and ""Crazy"". Legend has it that George ""Smitty"" Smith, Edward ""Sonny"" Bivins, Winfred ""Blue""... read full bio
Kendra Scott is a real role model for entrepreneurs. She launched her name-brand jewelry company in 2002 with just $500 and operated it from her house. She now sells her trendy jewelry designs in countless shops throughout the globe. Kendra's ambition, originality, and enthusiasm have allowed her brand to walk the couture fashion runways, and she routinely has her creations... read full bio
Stedman Graham is a source of constant inspiration; he is a versatile person who has significantly impacted society as a writer, speaker, and businessman. His experience serves as a monument to the strength of tenacity, fortitude, and unflinching dedication to one's own development. Stedman Graham is an outstanding novelist who has written works that have not only struck a chord with... read full bio
Born in Miami, Florida, Les Brown and his twin brother, Wes, were adopted at six weeks of age by a single woman who had very little education and financial means, but a very big heart. As a child, he was mislabeled as a slow learner. This stigma stayed with him, damaging his self-esteem to an extent that took him years... read full bio
An activist and social entrepreneur named Zainab Salbi has the ability to have a significant impact on the world. Her passion and commitment to reestablishing communities after conflict, one woman at a time, are fueled by her personal experience as a war survivor. She has inspired hundreds of women to join her in assisting female war survivors in rebuilding their... read full bio
Ian Bremmer, the president of Eurasia Group and the inventor of Wall Street's first-ever global political risk index, is a sought-after expert on international risk management who understands the global political and economic scene. Eurasia Group, a global political risk research and consultancy organization, was founded and is led by Bremmer. His firm delivers information and analysis on how political developments... read full bio
Dr. Jennifer Ashton is a renowned board-certified Ob-Gyn and CBS News Medical Correspondent with a career spanning more than two decades. Dr. Ashton’s expertise and experience have made her a trusted medical commentator and guest expert on major television and radio networks such as CBS, FOX News, and PBS. As CBS News Medical Correspondent, Dr. Ashton has reported on several significant... read full bio
Urban Meyer, a two-time National Coach of the Year and one of the nation's top coaching talents, serves as the head football coach at Ohio State University. He possesses thirty years of college coaching experience, including fifteen as a head coach. Meyer turned around the football program at Bowling Green State University and engineered a reversal of fortune at the... read full bio
Phil Stutz and Barry Michels are authors of the New York Times Bestseller THE TOOLS: Transform Your Problems Into Courage, Confidence, and Creativity. Each tool is a specific procedure used to combat a specific problem and allows you to move from avoidance to action, tapping into potential that truly gets results. Stutz and Michels identified the fundamental problems their clients... read full bio
Marina and The Diamonds was born as Marina Diamandis from Brynmawr in Wales. She began her love for music at a very young age. When she turned 18, Marina moved to London to pursue music. London is where she created her stage name, The Diamonds as a reference to her fans rather than her backing band. Marina and The Diamonds... read full bio
Coco Rocha's modeling career has been a dream come true for the past fifteen years. She has photographed covers, editorials, and campaigns for the most prestigious magazines, brands, and photographers in the world in addition to walking the runway for every big designer. In addition to being named model of the year by Elle and Marie Claire, French Vogue recognized... read full bio
Louise Mandrell recently joined Lee Greenwood for a few select tour dates, including a six week Branson run at the Welk Resort Theatre. Mandrell had a successful singing career in country music with a string of hit albums, including her self-titled debut album, as well as Close Up, Too Hot to Sleep, I' Not Through Loving You Yet, Maybe My... read full bio
Football player and current head coach of the Carolina Panthers Ron Rivera has had a spectacular career. During his time at UC Berkeley, when he displayed his abilities on the field, Rivera developed a liking for the game. When the Chicago Bears selected him in the 1984 NFL Draft, his abilities were noted. Rivera had a fruitful nine-year playing career with... read full bio
Richard Florida is an American urban studies theorist. Florida's focus is on social and economic theory. He is currently a professor and head of the Martin Prosperity Institute at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. He is best known for his concept of the creative class and urban regeneration. Prof. Florida received a PhD from Columbia... read full bio
Chevy Metal is a 70’s rock cover band who plays fast rock versions of 70's and 80's songs from bands such as Black Sabbath, Van Halen, Queen, and The Rolling Stones. What makes this band special is that Chevy Metal was formed by 2/5 of the Grammy award-winning band Foo Fighters. Chevy Metal is a side project for drummer Taylor... read full bio
