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- Alden Mills
Inc 500 CEO, Entrepreneur, CXO Advisor, Navy SEAL, Speaker Alden Mills Inc 500 CEO, Entrepreneur, CXO Advisor, Navy SEAL, Speaker Alden Mills is a San Francisco-based entrepreneur, former Navy SEAL, and best-selling author who has built a life defined by resilience, leadership, and innovation. His journey began at age twelve when his doctor told him his asthma would prevent him from playing sports. Determined to defy the odds, Alden’s first goal was to conquer asthma, an achievement that set the stage for his extraordinary career in sports, the military, business, and philanthropy. Alden became a nationally ranked rower, a gold medalist at the Olympic Festival, and captain of both the freshman and varsity teams at the U.S. Naval Academy. As a Navy SEAL, he led his platoon through multiple high-stakes missions, further cementing his leadership credentials. After leaving the military, Alden founded Perfect Fitness, growing it by over 12,000% to $90 million in annual sales, earning recognition from Inc. Magazine as the fastest-growing consumer product company in America. He also developed over 40 patents, including the Perfect Pushup, Perfect Pullup, Perfect Sit-up, and Perfect Ab Carver. Alden is the author of two influential books: Be Unstoppable: The 8 Essential Actions to Succeed at Anything and Unstoppable Teams: The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Leadership . He has been featured on major platforms such as ABC’s Nightline, CBS This Morning, and The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, and serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations. TOPICS Build Unstoppable Teams: 4 Essential Actions of High-performance Leadership Be Unstoppable: Secrets and Science of Persistence BOOKS Be Unstoppable: The 8 Essential Actions to Succeed at Anything Unstoppable Teams: The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Leadership PAST CLIENTS Marriott International Fortune’s ScaleUp Summit USAA Federal Savings Cox Communications San Francisco Giants Case Western School of Medicine State Farm Ariat International F.W. Webb LG Electronics Select Comfort (NASDAQ) Lennox International
- Jason Witten
All Pro Tight End of the Dallas Cowboys, Philanthropist & Coach Jason Witten All Pro Tight End of the Dallas Cowboys, Philanthropist & Coach ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us.
- Willie Jolley, CSP, CPAE
Celebrity Speaker, Singer, Best-Selling Author, and Expert on Comebacks & Excellence. Willie Jolley, CSP, CPAE Celebrity Speaker, Singer, Best-Selling Author, and Expert on Comebacks & Excellence. Dr. Willie Jolley is a world-renowned Hall of Fame speaker, award-winning singer, best-selling author, and popular television and radio personality. Recognized as “One of the Outstanding Five Speakers in the World” and “Motivational / Inspirational Speaker of the Year” by the 175,000 members of Toastmasters International, Dr. Jolley’s impact on the speaking industry is unparalleled. He has been inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame and named “A Legend of the Speaking Industry.” Dr. Jolley hosts the #1 Motivational Radio Show in America on SiriusXM and the Wake Up & Win daily radio program on Get Up Mornings with Erica Campbell , which airs on Radio One stations across the country. He is also the host of The Willie Jolley Podcast available on iHeart Radio and Spotify. As an author, Dr. Jolley has written several international best-selling books, including It Only Takes A Minute to Change Your Life, A Setback Is A Setup For A Comeback, Turn Setbacks Into Greenbacks, An Attitude of Excellence, and his popular marriage book, Make Love, Make Money, Make It Last! , co-written with his wife of over 30 years, Dee Taylor-Jolley. Dr. Jolley’s clients include major Fortune 100 companies like Walmart, Verizon, Johnson and Johnson, P&G, and General Motors. He is widely known as the speaker who helped Ford Motors avoid bankruptcy, allowing the company to reject a government bailout and achieve billion-dollar profits. His unique approach to motivation and leadership continues to impact organizations worldwide. In addition to his success as a speaker, Dr. Jolley is a leader in virtual programming, leveraging his extensive experience in front of television cameras to engage audiences in new and meaningful ways. His daily video messages have resonated with people globally, providing inspiration and practical advice to navigate challenging times and stay motivated during crises. TOPICS An Attitude of Excellence Change, Challenge & Choices Turn Setbacks Into Greenbacks Change IS GOOD… When Your Attitude is GREAT! How To Turn Your Setbacks into Comebacks How To Be Unstoppable! Leadership & Achievement! BOOKS “An Attitude of Excellence!” “A Setback Is A Setup For A Comeback!” “Turn Setbacks Into Greenbacks” “It Only Takes A Minute To Change Your Life” “Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul 2” PAST CLIENTS Ford Motors Comcast Marriott U.S. Army Raytheon Walmart GM Verizon Hyatt U.S. Marines Lockheed Martin Dell Computers
- Daryl "Moose" Johnston
3x Super Bowl Champion, Analyst for the Fox Sports NFL, UFL EVP Pro Football Executive Daryl "Moose" Johnston 3x Super Bowl Champion, Analyst for the Fox Sports NFL, UFL EVP Pro Football Executive Daryl "Moose" Johnston is a seasoned football analyst, three-time Super Bowl champion, and two-time Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl fullback. Currently, he serves as an analyst in the FOX NFL broadcast booth, partnering with play-by-play announcer Joe Davis and veteran reporter Pam Oliver. Johnston's insights and commentary bring depth and expertise to the NFL coverage, blending his years of experience as a player with his sharp broadcasting skills. In addition to his broadcasting career, Johnston continues to make significant contributions to the football world. In 2021, he was named Executive Vice President of Football Operations for the USFL, playing a key role in the league’s successful launch. Following the USFL’s merger with the XFL to form the UFL, Johnston continues in his leadership role as EVP of Football Operations for the newly formed league, overseeing its growth and development. A Storied Football Career Johnston’s broadcasting career began in 2001 when he joined the FOX NFL booth full-time after spending a year as a game analyst for NFL on CBS. Over the years, he has worked with various play-by-play announcers, including Dick Stockton, Kenny Albert, and Kevin Burkhardt, and has teamed up with legendary personalities like Tony Siragusa. In 2008, he had the opportunity to call the BCS Orange Bowl, and in 2009, he was in the booth for the BCS Sugar Bowl between Alabama and Utah. Johnston’s football analysis and deep knowledge of the game have made him a respected voice on both NFL Network’s "Total Access" and his various media appearances, including his radio show, "The Moose Call" , and hosting duties on local TV shows like “Inside the Huddle” . Johnston’s nickname, “Moose,” was given to him by former teammate Babe Laufenberg, and it became a fitting moniker for the durable, powerhouse fullback. His NFL career began in 1989 when he was drafted in the second round by the Dallas Cowboys after a standout college career at Syracuse University. There, he was named an All-American and earned All-Big East honors in 1988 while earning a degree in economics. Johnston was a key contributor to the Cowboys' dominant Super Bowl victories in 1993, 1994, and 1996, cementing his legacy as one of the most dependable and versatile players in franchise history. A two-time Pro Bowl selection, Johnston was known for his ability to block, catch, and rush the ball, finishing his career with 294 receptions for 2,227 yards and 14 touchdowns, as well as 232 rushes for 753 yards and 8 touchdowns. His career-high of 50 receptions in 1993 remains a testament to his all-around skill set. Despite a career-threatening neck injury in 1997, Johnston played in 149 consecutive games, including the postseason. He made an impressive recovery and continued to play through the 1999 season, but injuries ultimately ended his playing career. Leadership Beyond the Field In 2018, Johnston was named the General Manager of the San Antonio Commanders in the Alliance of American Football League, further showcasing his leadership and football acumen. His role in shaping the team’s roster and operations reflected his vast understanding of the game and his ability to transition into the management side of football. Johnston's legacy is not only defined by his athletic achievements but also by his tireless commitment to giving back to the community. He has dedicated much of his time to charity work, supporting causes such as the Special Olympics, Children's Cancer Fund, Cystic Fibrosis, Muscular Dystrophy Association's Aisles for Smiles, and Literacy Instruction for Texas (LIFT). His philanthropic efforts led to his nomination for the prestigious Whizzer White Humanitarian Award in 1999. A resident of Dallas with his wife Diane, and their children Aidan and Evan, Johnston continues to inspire both on and off the field, proving that his influence in the football world extends far beyond his playing career. BOOKS Watching Football: Discovering the Game Within the Game PAST CLIENTS Overhead Door Christ Family Clinic Angus Measurement AON Panini Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Splunk Allianz Global Investors Symantec Informatica Engie Telecom Brokerage Inc NFL Network NTTData Courmed Digital
- CONNECT | LST Speakers Talent
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- Jade Simmons
Rockstar Concert Pianist, Activational Speaker, Author, & CEO of Jade Media Global Jade Simmons Rockstar Concert Pianist, Activational Speaker, Author, & CEO of Jade Media Global Jade Simmons is a creator of transformative experiences designed to ignite audiences, inspiring them to become the boldest, most empowered versions of themselves. Described as a “musical force of nature,” Jade is a world-class concert artist with a unique ability to connect deeply with contemporary sounds. As the CEO of Jade Media Global, a revolutionary live experience and global content distribution company, she specializes in 360º personal development and strategic transformation. After a profound artistic epiphany, Jade shifted her focus from playing the piano to impress, to using music as a powerful tool for inspiration, entertainment, and transformation. Known as “Classical Music’s #1 Maverick,” her electrifying, genre-blending performances take audiences from Rachmaninoff to rap, fusing virtuoso storytelling, unique insights, and boundless energy. Today, Jade’s high-impact presentations not only captivate concertgoers but have become essential fuel for top brands and organizations across industries, including financial services, biotech, entertainment, education, and energy. A committed innovator in Classical music, Jade has expanded its boundaries throughout her career, performing extensively in recitals and with orchestras. Her performances have graced some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Ravinia, Chicago Sinfonietta in Symphony Hall, New York’s Town Hall, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and even the White House. She has been named one of the Best of South by Southwest and received the Sphinx Organization’s Medal of Excellence, which she performed at during a concert at the U.S. Supreme Court. Jade is also a bestselling author, with her book Audacious Prayers for World Changers inspiring individuals worldwide. In 2020, she made her boldest move yet by founding Operation Restoration and running as an Independent candidate for President of the United States. With a platform that prioritizes people and unifying policies over conventional politics, she is a true disruptor, redefining leadership for the future. TOPICS The Smell of Breakthrough Dynamic, Disruptive Diversity: A Bold Approach to Harnessing the Power of Differences How to Move Like a Maverick Audacity!: Dare to Lead on Purpose BOOKS Audacious Prayers for World Changers: Live and Pray Out Loud PAST CLIENTS Pacific Life American Medical Association Intuit QuickBooks Accenture Nationwide Raytheon Wynn Resorts NBC Universal Beachbody Kaiser Permanente TEDx Npr Deloitte Hershey MDRT The Premier Association of Financial Professionals HUFFPOST National Business Aviation Association Pfizer
- Clark Beckham
Singer-Songwriter Clark Beckham Singer-Songwriter Clark Beckham’s talent is indisputable. It’s as simple as that. Growing up just outside of Nashville, Tennessee, Clark discovered an undeniable love for music through church and later on as a street performer where his bluesy vocals could be heard throughout the streets of Music City. After graduating from Lee University, the multi-instrumentalist traded in the bustling streets of downtown Nashville for the bright lights of Hollywood. In 2015, Clark received his golden ticket for Season 14 of American Idol, where he captivated millions across the globe and was voted the runner-up of the season. Clark’s live performances dominated the top 10 most-viewed videos on American Idol’s YouTube channel. In 2018, Clark released his Year One EP, which debuted at #6 on iTunes’ Alternative chart and #22 on Billboard’s R&B Sales chart. Since then, Clark has performed with the famous Nashville Symphony, opened up for platinum-selling recording artists Jon Bellion and Allen Stone, and was nominated for a Teen Choice Award. Clark is currently gearing up to resume his tour to promote the release of his album, Light Year , which infuses elements of Soul/R&B with pop melodies. The latest release from the album, “Luckiest Man,” is a lyrically beautiful, stripped-down track with a deeply personal meaning. Inspired by musical icons from Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles to Marvin Gaye and Al Green, Clark combines his love of timeless Soul/R&B music with pop sounds and melodies to create a sound uniquely his own. From growing up singing in a gospel trio to performing on the streets of Broadway all the way to an illustrious stage in Hollywood, Clark has achieved a magnitude of success thus far. With a captivating and dynamic energy, complemented by his effortless vocal range, Clark’s musical journey is just getting started.
- Anthony “AB” Bourke
F-16 Fighter Pilot, Renowned Entrepreneur, and Expert on Leadership, Communication & Teamwork Anthony “AB” Bourke F-16 Fighter Pilot, Renowned Entrepreneur, and Expert on Leadership, Communication & Teamwork Major Anthony “AB” Bourke is a highly accomplished and decorated F-16 fighter pilot who flew tactical missions in service to our country all over the world. He has accumulated more than 2,700 hours of flight time in various high-performance aircraft and was one of the first pilots to fly an F-16 in homeland defense efforts over New York City in the aftermath of September 11th. Following his impressive military career, AB applied the tools and techniques that made him one of our nation’s premier fighter pilots to the competitive world of business. He ascended rapidly to become the top-producing mortgage banker in the Western U.S. for a prominent lending institution. His success in the mortgage banking industry led to an opportunity with a California-based start-up, where his team dramatically grew annual revenue from $500,000 to $65M in just three years. Following these two endeavors, AB combined his love of business with his passion for tactical aviation to build Afterburner Seminars, a global training company based on the lessons he learned in the military. While President & CEO, Afterburner grew into a best-in-class training company that was twice named one of Inc. magazine’s 500 fastest-growing companies. Currently AB serves as CEO & Founder of Mach 2 Consulting and has shared his message of peak performance with more than 100,000 people in twelve different countries. AB brings his tactical knowledge and business acumen to the forefront of the management training world to share how fighter pilots — and other organizations where performance truly matters — can develop a feedback system to ensure continuous improvement and peak performance. His wealth of experience and ability to connect with audiences landed AB in Inc Magazine’s 100 Great Leadership Speakers for Your Next Conference. TOPICS Executing at Mach 2; Selling at Mach 2; Executing at Mach 2; Selling at Mach 2; Communicating at Mach 2; Innovating at Mach 2; Leading at Mach 2; Staying Safe at Mach 2 PAST CLIENTS Papa Johns Charles Schwab ADT Russell Investments PPG Industries Prudential Brother International Young Presidents Organization EQT Partners Sara Lee Michigan Dental Association Ardent Health
- Heidi Hanna, PhD
Recharge Your Brain to Recharge Your Business/Life Heidi Hanna, PhD Recharge Your Brain to Recharge Your Business/Life Heidi is a NY Times best-selling author and renowned expert in stress management and mental fitness. With over 20 years of research into the impact of stress on the brain, she has become a sought-after speaker and trainer, delivering strategies for improving mental resilience across the globe. Heidi has authored seven books on stress and mental fitness, sharing her insights with audiences around the world. She also offers four courses on LinkedIn Learning, which have reached over 1 million students internationally. In addition, Heidi has served as an instructor at Harvard Extension, helping students build tools for mental well-being, and as a fellow with the American Institute of Stress, further solidifying her expertise in the field. Heidi’s unique approach to mental fitness is grounded in her understanding of how humor can play a critical role in stress reduction. As a certified humor professional, Heidi brings a light-hearted touch to her work, although, she humbly insists that she won’t claim to be funny herself. TOPICS Recharge Your Brain and Your Business Beyond Funny: Using Strategic Humor for Success Using Stress to Fuel Positive Change Stress Mastery Energy for Performance BOOKS Recharge: 5 Simple Shifts to Energize Your Life Stressaholic: 5 Steps to Transform Your Relationship with Stress The Sharp Solution: A Brain Based Approach for Optimal Performance PAST CLIENTS Microsoft Wells Fargo Google WD40 Principal Insurance National Football Association Morgan Stanley Professional Golf Association Goldman Sachs Fortune Magazine Ameriprise ESPN
- John Sileo, CSP, CPAE
Cybersecurity Expert & Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker John Sileo, CSP, CPAE Cybersecurity Expert & Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker John Sileo is a renowned cybersecurity expert, award-winning author, and keynote speaker whose personal journey from successful entrepreneur to victim of cybercrime has made him a leading voice on protecting personal and organizational data. After leaving a high-tech consulting career to start a software startup during the early days of cloud computing, John built a multimillion-dollar business. However, his success was shattered when a company insider committed cybercrimes using John’s identity, ultimately destroying his business and wealth. Not only was John held legally and financially responsible for the crimes, but he also spent two years fighting to stay out of jail while rebuilding his life. Now, as CEO & President of The Sileo Group, a Denver-based technology think tank, John uses his hard-earned lessons to help organizations understand and defend against the human element of cybersecurity. His powerful keynote addresses—delivered to the Pentagon, Schwab, and thousands of audiences worldwide—are a blend of humor, audience interaction, and cutting-edge research designed to engage and educate on the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital age. A graduate of Harvard University, John is also a member of the National Speakers Hall of Fame and has appeared on 60 Minutes. When he’s not on stage, he enjoys hiking in the Rocky Mountains with his family, reading psychological thrillers, and training in Taekwondo, where he proudly holds a 3rd-degree black belt—despite being regularly outmatched by teenagers half his size. TOPICS UN-HACKABLE: 5 Power Mindsets for Defending Your Data The Art of Human Hacking: Social Engineering Self Defense Building a Bulletproof Culture of Security The Surveillance Economy: Privacy Protection in a Data-Obsessed Word BOOKS Your Data is Showing: 12 Privacy Tools for the Surveillance Economy Privacy Means Profit Prevent Identity Theft and Secure You and Your Bottom Line Identity Theft Recovery Guide PAST CLIENTS US Department of Homeland Security Pfizer US Department of Defense FDIC Share/IBM User Group VISA Blue Cross/Blue Shield Experian Blackberry University of Massachusetts National Association of Federal Credit Unions International Security Summit
- Steve Rizzo
The World’s Funniest Motivational Business Speaker Steve Rizzo The World’s Funniest Motivational Business Speaker Steve Rizzo, also known as the Attitude Adjuster, has the power to change the way you think and feel. Whether through his engaging keynote speeches, seminars, or books, Steve leaves his audiences with a transformed perspective. A personal development expert, comedian, motivational speaker, and author, Steve’s ability to blend humor and powerful insights has made him a beloved figure in the speaking world. His PBS special reached millions of homes, and he has earned a prestigious spot in the Speakers Hall of Fame, an honor awarded to fewer than 200 speakers worldwide since 1977. Before becoming a sought-after speaker, Steve enjoyed great success as a comedian, performing alongside legends like Jerry Seinfeld, Rodney Dangerfield, Eddie Murphy, and Ellen DeGeneres. He was even named a Showtime Comedy Allstar, cementing his place in the comedy world. However, rather than continuing to chase standing ovations on the comedy stage, Steve made a bold choice: to pivot toward a deeper, more fulfilling purpose. Trading in his microphone for life-changing messages, Steve now delivers transformational speeches that challenge audiences to shift their focus, find new enthusiasm, boost productivity, and achieve unprecedented success. Don’t let the laughter fool you—Steve’s approach to motivation is both entertaining and life-altering, helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential with every word he shares. TOPICS Get Your SHIFT Together…Start Each Day with an Unstoppable Attitude to Succeed Emcee Extraordinaire After Dinner Winner BOOKS Get Your SHIFT Together PAST CLIENTS American Express MetLife Liberty Mutual American Airlines Marriott Bass Pro Shops Pfizer Dunkin Doughnuts Sherwin Williams Microsoft Sun Life Financial Hyatt
- Paul J. Long
Connecting the Workplace and Life Through F.U.N. Paul J. Long Connecting the Workplace and Life Through F.U.N. What’s GOOD?! How do today’s best companies accelerate business results? By engaging their employees, celebrating all that’s GOOD, and creating a culture of experience that inspires their workforce to cultivate joy, fun, and fulfillment. Paul J. Long travels the world delivering high-content keynotes and training to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and trade associations. His engaging, inspirational, and high-energy style is unlike any speaker you’ve experienced before. Paul’s thought-provoking content, tactical solutions for growth, and humor that rivals that of a stand-up comedian consistently generate outstanding feedback from participants. His Fundamism concept has been proven to reduce attrition, attract great talent, improve customer experience, and drive employee engagement. Paul excels not only in discussing operational growth theory but also in putting his FUNdamentals into practice, drawing from his 10+ years of corporate leadership experience. Paul is the author of Fundamism: Connecting to Life Through F.U.N ., which guides readers on how to live a life, at work and at home, with fun, joy, and fulfillment as the driving force. The book offers a blend of Paul’s entertaining real-life stories, research-based recommendations, and practical exercises. Paul challenges audiences to move beyond traditional avenues of happiness, money, title, and status, and instead develop their own core values that create fulfillment both at work and at home. TOPICS Connecting to Life Through F.U.N. Connecting the Workplace and Life Through F.U.N. Sincerity in Service BOOKS Fundamism: Connecting to Life Through F.U.N. PAST CLIENTS McKesson Corporation Farm Bureau Uline Sysco Blue Cross Blue Shield SIRVA Allstate PayPal National Alliance on Mental Illness State Bankers Association MGMA SNAP Finance
- Jeff Martinovich
When Not If: A CEO’s guide to Overcoming Adversity Jeff Martinovich When Not If: A CEO’s guide to Overcoming Adversity Jeff Martinovich built a billion-dollar investment firm from scratch, only to watch it collapse after being wrongly indicted. Standing firm in his beliefs, he rejected three federal plea offers and demanded a trial against the United States Government. Despite being convicted and sentenced to 14 years in a violent, 4,000-man prison, Jeff refused to give up. Ruined, broke, and desperate, he taught himself federal criminal law, represented himself in court, and successfully reversed the court’s decisions five times. He even removed two federal judges and made it home seven years earlier than expected, surviving one miracle after another. A U.S. Air Force First Gulf War veteran, Forbes Books-featured author, and writer of a #1 Amazon bestseller, Jeff now shocks and educates audiences on the trench warfare needed to survive—and thrive—through strength, resilience, and intelligence. His mission is to teach CEOs, business leaders, and entrepreneurs the hard-earned lessons he learned so that they can avoid the pitfalls he never saw coming, and better protect their companies and families from dangers they might never expect. In his keynote, Cautionary Tale: This Could Happen to You Next Tuesday , Jeff shares the harrowing journey of defending his innocence against a government system determined to destroy his life. He offers invaluable lessons from his fight for freedom and justice, warning that even the most successful leaders must be prepared for life’s unexpected “black swan” events. He emphasizes that everyone will eventually face overwhelming challenges, and by preparing now—embracing fear, risk, and resilience—leaders will be equipped to turn disadvantages into advantages when the time comes. While Jeff’s talks are both wildly entertaining and deeply personal, they are also packed with actionable lessons and insights that leaders can apply immediately, no matter their business or personal station in life. TOPICS IT’S NOT A MATTER OF IF, BUT WHEN Be better prepared than I was! TURNING DISADVANTAGES INTO ADVANTAGES Not only surviving extreme adversity but thriving because of it! Workshops: 40 Business Leadership Mistakes I made when the Black Swan showed up in my Reception Room BOOKS When Not If: A CEO’s Guide to Overcoming Adversity Just One More : The Wisdom of Bob Vukovich PAST CLIENTS Service Academy Global Entrepreneur Summit (SAGES) (Keynote – 200 Business Leaders, D.C.) Austin Bruins NAHL Hockey Team Service Academy Business Mentor (SABM) Network Radz Capital, LLC Investment/Capital firm ISID Construction firm 10X Vets Network Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) FINRA: Small Business National Committee BodyK, LLC Medical Device firm Combat Bound, LLC Defense Technology Big Brothers Big Sisters, Virginia The Children's Village, Virginia 55 Industries, Aerospace firm
- Chris Bashinelli
National Geographic Explorer & TV Host, United Nations Moderator, Actor from The Sopranos (HBO), Expert on Human Connection & Happiness in Business Chris Bashinelli National Geographic Explorer & TV Host, United Nations Moderator, Actor from The Sopranos (HBO), Expert on Human Connection & Happiness in Business “We need more people like Chris in the world,” says Dr. Jane Goodall . Chris Bashinelli, National Geographic Explorer, TV host, and celebrated speaker on human connection, travels the globe researching what drives happiness, purpose, and belonging in life and business. Drawing from immersive experiences in over 40 countries, Chris—known affectionately as “Bash”—helps organizations boost sales, reignite employee inspiration, and build cultures of genuine connection. Born in Brooklyn, New York to Lebanese and Italian-American parents, Bash’s worldview was shaped on his childhood “Stoop”, where his friends shared more than 13 nationalities. After a decade-long acting career, including a role on the hit HBO TV series The Sopranos, Bash traded the red carpet for the road, launching Bridge the Gap, a global documentary series featured on PBS and National Geographic Channel. Bash’s adventures have taken him from living with nomads in Mongolia, to harvesting tea in China, to Sumo wrestling the heaviest Japanese human in recorded history. He fully embeds himself in different worlds as a modern-day Cultural Anthropologist- learning from Ugandan mystics, Mongolian herdsmen, Lakota suicide prevention activists, and some of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People on the Planet. A passionate advocate for mental wellness and happiness, Bash has studied mindfulness and meditation for over 20 years. Following the loss of his father to cancer when he was 20 years old, he began a lifelong mission to understand the human condition. Through his service work, he has brought mindfulness to inmates across federal and state prisons and to veterans of nearly every major conflict since WWII. As a keynote speaker, Bash brings stories of adventure, interactive exercises, and exclusive content from his travels to create powerful, customized experiences for every audience. His authenticity and curiosity spark something rare and unforgettable—an alchemy of trust, laughter, and transformation. Bash has headlined events for AT&T, American Express, Coca-Cola, Deloitte, the Federal Reserve Bank, the Million Dollar Round Table, and many more. Bash has shared the stage with luminaries like Stevie Wonder and Michael Douglas, and at just 24, became the youngest person ever to moderate the United Nations International Day of Peace. His most recent film explores the power of friendship with his adoptive grandfather, actor Dominic Chianese (Uncle Junior on The Sopranos). His work has been featured in Delta Sky Magazine, Lonely Planet, Huffington Post, and The Daily News Zimbabwe. He’s also an Eagle Scout and guest host on the Be Here Now podcast network. In a world hungry for meaning and connection, Chris Bashinelli delivers – with heart, humor, and an unwavering belief in our shared humanity. TOPICS AUTHENTIC CONNECTION: The Superpower to Better Sales and True Business Growth THE HAPPINESS EFFECT: Why Starting from Happiness Is the Secret to Lasting Success A CULTURE OF TRUST: Reignite Employee Inspiration and Bring your Best Self Everyday LEADERSHIP ON PURPOSE: Discover Your Superpower and Unlock your Team’s Potential PAST CLIENTS BMW Group and the United Nations- Bali, Austria and Qatar MB Goldwell- Shanghai, China Caesar’s Entertainment- Atlantic City, NJ Beaumont Hospitals- Michigan, USA Helloworld Travel- Los Angeles, CA Entrepreneurs’ Organization- Saudi Arabia Greater Boston Real Estate Board- USA Deloitte and the United Nations Bridging Cultures Event- Brazil Dixon Hughes Goodman- New Orleans, USA Uline Shipping Supplies- Illinois, USA Financial & Insurance Conference Planners- New York City Healthcare Financial Management Association- Pennsylvania, USA RC Taylor Group for (PerkinElmer)- New Orleans, USA HDI Capital Area- Washington, DC Smart Meetings- San Diego, CA Pep Promotions- Ohio, USA Houston Apartment Association- USA Credicorp Bank- Panama City, Panama Xaxis- Las Vegas, NV Berkshire Hathaway Home Services- Palm Beach, FL
- Michael Irvin
Pro Football Hall of Fame, 3x Super Bowl Champion, Dallas Cowboy All Time Leading Receiver, Dancing with the Stars, National Broadcaster, Michael Irvin Pro Football Hall of Fame, 3x Super Bowl Champion, Dallas Cowboy All Time Leading Receiver, Dancing with the Stars, National Broadcaster, Michael Jerome Irvin, born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is the 15th of 17 siblings. His journey to stardom began at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, where he became a football sensation. Recruited by the University of Miami, he joined one of the top collegiate football programs in the country under coach Jimmy Johnson. During his time at the University of Miami, Michael set several school records, including most career receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions. His legendary performance on Miami’s 1987 National Championship Team helped propel them into the National Championship Game. To this day, Michael remains a proud supporter of the University of Miami, where he serves as a mentor for younger players and provides tutorials to wide receivers. In recognition of his impact, Michael was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 2000. After a stellar college career, Michael transitioned to the NFL, where he became one of the most dynamic wide receivers in the league. But even after his playing days, his impact on the sport continued as he joined the NFL Network in 2009. As part of the NFL Sunday and NFL GameDay Morning teams, Michael brings his charismatic personality and deep knowledge of the game to millions of fans. He has also appeared in various commercials for the NFL Network and participated in a variety of media projects. Beyond broadcasting, Michael has made notable appearances in film and television. He starred in the 2005 remake of The Longest Yard , alongside Adam Sandler and Chris Rock, and appeared in Jack & Jill in 2011. He also featured as a “Pro” in an episode of Pros vs. Joes and hosted the football-themed reality series 4th and Long on Spike TV. Additionally, Michael made a guest appearance on Burn Notice in 2009 and hosted a radio show on Miami’s WQAM until 2012. Off the field, Michael is a devoted husband and father. He married Sandy Harrell in June 1990 and together they have four children. Michael has embraced fatherhood with enthusiasm, cherishing the opportunity to learn valuable life lessons from his family. His exuberant personality shines through as he shares the insights and values that helped him succeed both on and off the field. Today, Michael is focused on giving back to the community and sharing his experiences with others. His passion for fatherhood and personal growth drives his work with training camps and speaking engagements, where he inspires others to live their lives to the fullest. Through these initiatives, he also supports charitable causes, donating a portion of proceeds to impactful organizations. For the latest updates on Michael’s activities, events, and charitable efforts, follow his blog where he shares his journey and insights with his followers.
- Robyn Benincasa
World Champion Adventure Racer and Firefighter, Keynote Speaker Robyn Benincasa World Champion Adventure Racer and Firefighter, Keynote Speaker When the challenges are steep and the competition fierce, Robyn Benincasa provides the tools individuals and organizations need to cross their most challenging finish lines. As a two-time World Champion Adventure racer, San Diego Firefighter, and CNN Hero, Robyn knows a thing or two about creating Human Synergy, or as she puts it, “That magic that allows ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things together.” Through harrowing experiences in places like the jungles of Borneo and the Himalayan peaks, Robyn has studied the good, the bad, and the not-so-pretty of Extreme Teamwork. Her refreshing and unique techniques build and foster impactful, inspired teams that succeed against all odds and turn setbacks into comebacks. Robyn was named one of 2020s World’s Top 50 Keynote Speakers (Real Leaders Magazine), the #1 Female Speaker for Meetings.net , and is one of the Top 10 Speakers featured by Harvard Business Review. She has motivated countless leaders and teams for Fortune 500 companies, including IBM, Starbucks, Walmart, Boeing, Johnson & Johnson, HubSpot, Intel, and more. Her game-changing keynotes inspire us to grab life with one hand, our teammates with the other and create that special magic that makes each of us stronger together than we could ever be alone. TOPICS Adapt, Overcome, and Win as One! Building World Class Teams Why Winners Win Inspiring Greatness Through G.R.I.T. BOOKS How Winning Works: 8 Essential Leadership Lessons from the Toughest Teams on Earth PAST CLIENTS IBM Merck Sharp & Dohme IBM Watson Health Century 21 Affiliated Hewlett Packard Wells Fargo Allstate Nestlé Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Microsoft DocuSign AT&T Siemens Medical Solutions Starbucks BMO Bank of Montreal Genentech
- Vikram Mansharamani
Author, Boombustology Vikram Mansharamani Author, Boombustology Dr. Vikram Mansharamani is a global trend-watcher and expert on how to anticipate the future, manage risk, and spot emerging opportunities. He first gained widespread attention with his book Boombustology: Spotting Financial Bubbles Before They Burst , which established his ability to predict market shifts. Since then, he has helped corporate leaders and investors navigate today's radical uncertainty by looking at the world through a unique lens. His strategies provide crucial insights into a range of topics, including China, food security, the global economy, Africa, housing, financial cycles, energy, and more. Recognized for his unparalleled expertise, LinkedIn named Vikram one of their Top Voices for Money, Global Economics, and Finance in 2015 and 2016. Worth magazine listed him among the "Power 100" in 2017, ranking him as one of the 100 most powerful people in global finance. Vikram’s core belief is that the future doesn’t need to be a surprise. By regularly stepping outside of our areas of expertise and adopting a generalist’s mindset, we can better anticipate change. While specialists often focus narrowly on their area of expertise, generalists look at the world through multiple lenses, seeking to connect seemingly disparate dots. By doing so, they often draw conclusions and make decisions that are far more innovative and insightful. Vikram teaches his audiences how to adopt this mindset to identify opportunities and reduce risks in business. From 2009 to 2017, Vikram was a Lecturer at Yale University, where he taught popular courses such as Financial Booms and Busts, Economic Inequality, and Adventures in Business Ethics. He now teaches Humanity and Its Challenges at Harvard's John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research focuses on navigating complex uncertainties and understanding the risks that drive global markets. In addition to his academic work, Vikram is a seasoned global equity investor with over 20 years of experience in both public and private markets. He previously served as Managing Director of SDK Capital and currently manages the Kelan Global Opportunities Fund, a global thematic investment partnership founded on his generalist approach to market insights. Vikram’s analysis has been featured in prominent media outlets including PBS Newshour, Bloomberg, MarketWatch, CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and many others. He also contributed the summary chapter to A Force for Good (2015), synthesizing lessons on the role of finance and capitalism in today’s interconnected and unequal world. A sought-after speaker, Vikram regularly presents to diverse audiences across industries, from sovereign wealth funds and family offices to endowments and foundations. His thought leadership on global trends, risk, and opportunity continues to resonate particularly within the investment community, where his insights help guide large-scale capital allocation decisions. As a consultant, Vikram helps clients analyze the business impact of global trends, with a focus on identifying economic, political, and social risks that could disrupt markets. He also leads executive education seminars, teaching senior leaders how to integrate complex, sometimes contradictory, information into actionable strategies. Vikram holds a Ph.D. and MS from the Sloan School of Management at MIT, an MS in Political Science from MIT, and a BA from Yale University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He lives in Lexington, MA with his wife, daughter, son, two cats, and a golden retriever. TOPICS The Generalist Advantage: Zoom Out To Anticipate The Future Global Prosperity – Why Everything Is About To Change The Global Economy – An Unconventional Look Spotting Bubbles Before They Burst The End Of Cheap Food – A Global Forecast BOOKS Boombustology
- Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Thought Leader, Leadership, Performance and Change Expert Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Thought Leader, Leadership, Performance and Change Expert Dr. J.P. Pawliw-Fry is a renowned emotional intelligence keynote speaker, leadership expert, peak performance strategist, and co-author of the New York Times bestseller, Performing Under Pressure. As both a speaker and consultant, J.P. challenges organizations to rethink leadership, human behavior, and how to manage the increasing pressure that is affecting individuals and teams across industries today. J.P. works with Fortune 1000 companies and high-profile clients such as Johnson & Johnson, McDonald’s, Oracle, Salesforce, Whirlpool, and Pitney Bowes to help them navigate today's fast-paced, high-pressure environment. His research-based approach has led to the development of science-backed tools that empower leaders to build cultures of exceptional leadership and manage change, disruption, and competition. With over twenty years of experience, J.P. has tested his tools in some of the most high-pressure environments—working with leaders from companies like Goldman Sachs, Intel, and Coca-Cola, as well as with elite teams like the U.S. Marines, Olympic athletes, and NFL and NBA teams. His work helps leaders stay calm, make decisions under pressure, and inspire others to do the same. Known for his engaging and highly provocative virtual keynotes, J.P. mixes humor, compelling stories, and interactive experiences to challenge audiences to embrace the power of emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and empathy. He provides actionable strategies that teams can implement immediately to tackle pressure, overcome challenges, and thrive in uncertainty. As a speaker and thought leader, J.P. is the co-author of Performing Under Pressure , which has been published in 65 countries and named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Business Books of the Year. When he’s not speaking or consulting, J.P. enjoys reading, dancing, and spending time with family. A passionate athlete, he enjoys sports like running, volleyball, hockey, and swimming, and is an avid rugby fan. J.P. is also a contributing columnist for The Economic Times , the second-highest circulation newspaper in the world, and his dynamic leadership presentations provide audiences with immediately applicable strategies to create real change in their organizations. TOPICS Build A High-Performance, Last 8% Culture Mastering Change: How to Lead and Thrive in Uncertain Times Performing Under Pressure Having High Impact Last 8% Conversations
- Kerri Strug
Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Strug Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Strug is a two-time Olympian and gold medalist who captured America’s heart at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. At just 14 years old, she became the youngest Olympian at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. Four years later, Kerri’s unforgettable performance on vault secured the gold medal for the American gymnastics team. Despite injuring her ankle on her first vault, she courageously stuck the landing on her second attempt, helping clinch victory for her team and becoming a worldwide sensation at just 18. Kerri’s love for gymnastics began at age 4, inspired by her older siblings. Her dedication deepened in 1990 when, at 13, she made the life-changing decision to move from her home in Tucson, Arizona, to train under renowned coach Bela Karolyi in Houston, Texas. This sacrifice paved the way for her Olympic success. Now, Kerri splits her time between Arizona and Washington, D.C., where she stays active by running marathons, supporting charitable causes, and mentoring young athletes in pursuit of their own dreams. BOOKS Landing on My Feet: A Diary of Dreams Heart of Gold
- Mike Singletary
Pro Football Hall of Famer, Chicago Bear Legend, Author Mike Singletary Pro Football Hall of Famer, Chicago Bear Legend, Author Mike Singletary is a Hall of Fame linebacker, legendary NFL player, coach, and influential motivational speaker. After a standout high school career, Mike earned a scholarship to play football at Baylor University under the legendary Coach Grant Teaff. During his time at Baylor, Mike earned All-America honors in both his junior and senior years, and twice won the prestigious Davey O’Brien Award. In the 1981 NFL Draft, he was selected by the Chicago Bears as a second-round pick, beginning a 12-year career that would cement him as one of the most dominant and respected players in NFL history. Known for his unmatched work ethic and intensity, Mike became an All-Rookie selection and went on to start 172 games for the Bears. He was selected to 10 Pro Bowls, named All-Pro eight times, and earned All-NFC honors every year from 1983 to 1991. As the cornerstone of the Bears’ legendary 46-defense, Mike played a key role in one of the most dominant defensive seasons in NFL history, allowing fewer than 11 points per game in 1985. That year, the Bears posted a 15-1 record and triumphed in Super Bowl XX with a decisive 46-10 victory over the New England Patriots. Mike’s career was defined by numerous accolades, including being named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1985 and 1988. He also received the NFLPA Alan Page Community Award, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, the Bart Starr Award, and was honored with a spot on the NFL All-Decade Team. In 1998, Mike was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, cementing his place among the greatest players in NFL history. After retiring from football in 1992, Mike continued his impact on the game as a coach in the NFL from 2003 to 2013 and again in 2016. His leadership and coaching philosophy have inspired countless players and teams. In addition to his coaching career, Mike has worked as a consultant and motivational speaker for top Fortune 500 companies, sharing his insights on leadership, teamwork, and overcoming adversity. Through his Changing Our Perspective Foundation, Mike is committed to bridging gaps in underserved communities by improving access to affordable health and mental wellness services, education, career opportunities, and nutritious food. His work continues to inspire change and provide hope to those who need it most. FEATURES CBS’s Beyond the Edge – Reality Survivor series – 2022 NFL Network’s – A Football Life featuring his life story HBO’s – Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Los Angeles Rams ESPN’s – 30 for 30 – The 80’s Bears Beyond the Glory’s – America’s Game: The Super Bowl Champions Syndicated TV series – Kids Unlimited BOOKS (co-authored) Calling the Shots: Mike Singletary (with Armen Keteyian), McGraw-Hill Contemporary Singletary on Singletary (with Jerry B. Jenkins), Thomas Nelson Inc. Daddy’s Home at Last What It Takes for Dads to Put Families First(with Russ Pate), Zondervan Singletary One-on-One (with Jay Carty), Regal Books
- Steve Sax
Motivational and Inspirational Speaker Steve Sax Motivational and Inspirational Speaker Steve Sax is a former MLB All-Star and National League Rookie of the Year (1982) whose 18-year baseball career left an indelible mark. Known for his intensity and toughness, Steve played second base with the Los Angeles Dodgers, contributing to two World Series victories. He later played for the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Oakland A’s before retiring in 1994. After baseball, Steve transitioned to broadcasting, offering expert commentary on ESPN and Fox Sports Prime Time. He also became a media personality, appearing on shows like Good Morning America, Howard Stern, and Late Night with David Letterman. Steve’s insights on personal responsibility were published in the Wall Street Journal and praised by the President of the United States. Born in Sacramento, CA in 1960, Steve grew up in a competitive family of five siblings. A skilled athlete, he holds black belts in Shotokan karate and kickboxing. After baseball, Steve applied his drive and leadership to the financial sector, serving as Vice President of Investments at Royal Bank of Canada and later authoring Shift , a motivational book endorsed by Donald Trump. Steve returned to baseball in 2013 as first base coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks and is an active member of the National Speakers Association. He has two children, Lauren and John. BOOKS SHIFT – Change Your Mindset and You Change Your World PAST CLIENTS Royal Bank of Canada Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi Principal Financial Group Posey Medical Hess Corporation TMEPA Forescout International Intl Auto Body Marketing Group N California Assoc of Realtors Nevada Assoc of Realtors National Conference of State Legislatures
- Archie Manning
NFL Star, Father of Legends, New Orleans Icon, a Leader with Heart, and Inspiring Generations Archie Manning NFL Star, Father of Legends, New Orleans Icon, a Leader with Heart, and Inspiring Generations When people think of Archie Manning, they think football. But Archie’s appeal transcends his athletic achievements. People far and wide have been inspired by his warm personality, his drive and sense of humor. He currently serves in public relations and consulting capacities for several local, regional, and national companies. For 25 years he hosted four Archie Manning Cystic Fibrosis benefit golf tournaments in Louisiana and Mississippi and is active in a wide variety of charitable and civic causes. Archie was born May 19, 1949, in Drew, Mississippi. He attended the University of Mississippi where he was named an All-American Quarterback and his #18 is retired. He was voted Mississippi’s Greatest All-Time Athlete in 1992 and was named Mississippi’s Most Popular Athlete of the Century. He was elected to the 50-Year All- South Team (1940-1990), named one of the Top 25 Athletes of the Century in Louisiana and he and his son Peyton were named among the 100 All-Time Greatest College Football Players. Archie was inducted into the National Football Foundation College Hall of Fame and is a member of other Halls of Fame including the Gator Bowl and Sugar Bowl and Louisiana and Mississippi Halls of Fame. He was named an American Spirit Medallion honoree by the World War II Museum and received the SEC’s Michael L. Slive Distinguished Service Award. In December 2022, Archie was recognized by the National College Football Awards Association for his contributions to college football. In 1971, Archie was the second player chosen in the NFL draft – the number one draft choice of the New Orleans Saints. He set Saints passing records, played in Pro Bowls, and was named the NFC Most Valuable Player in 1978. He concluded his 15-year career in 1985. He was the first player in Saints history to be inducted into the Louisiana Superdome Wall of Fame and was in the first class of the Saints Ring of Honor. He was named to the All 50th Saints team, recognized as one of the top 50 players in franchise history. He was also drafted four times by major league baseball. His community activities include Louisiana Special Olympics, the New Orleans Area Boy Scout Council, the Salvation Army, United Way Speakers Bureau, Allstate Sugar Bowl Committee, New Orleans Sports Foundation, and is Chairman of the Board of the National Football Foundation. While in pro football, Archie received the Byron “Whizzer” White Humanitarian Award, the Bart Starr Humanitarian Award, the Spirit of Good Sports Award from the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association and the U.S. Jaycees named him one of 10 Outstanding Young Americans. In 2005 Archie received the Legends award from the Davey O’Brien Foundation and the Aspire award, a tribute to life’s coaches, from the Cal Ripken Foundation. Archie was honored by the United States Sports Academy with the 2006 Distinguished Service Award. He was selected Father of the Year by the National Father’s Day Council. Also, he received the Silver Buffalo, the Boy Scouts of America’s highest award. Archie received the Reds Bagnell Award from the Maxwell Football Club, was the 51st winner of the Bert Bell Award, and was honored at the Super Bowl in New Orleans with the Pat Summerall Award. He was honored by the American Football Coaches Association and received the Distinguished American award from the Walter Camp Foundation. Archie and his wife Olivia were recipients of the National Pathfinder Award for their work in post-Hurricane Katrina. Archie received one of the highest honors in football, the Gold Medal Award, presented by the National Football Foundation. This award has gone to seven Presidents, Admirals and Generals, corporate CEOs, and other distinguished Americans. Archie and Olivia reside in New Orleans and have three sons, Cooper, Peyton, and Eli. They are the proud grandparents of four boys and five girls. Cooper was an all-state high school athlete and his football career at Ole Miss ended with a spinal cord injury. He is Senior Managing Director at the hotel/real estate firm, AJ Capital Partners. He is also the host of “The Cooper Manning Hour (minus 58 minutes)” on Fox Sports. Cooper’s son, Arch, was rated the #1 high school player in the country in 2022. He is currently a quarterback at the University of Texas. Peyton is a former All-American at Tennessee where his #16 is retired. He and Archie are the only father/son duo in the College Football Hall of Fame. He was the first player chosen in the 1998 NFL Draft and spent 18 years in pro football. He was named one of the top 10 pro football quarterbacks of all time. Peyton was selected to 14 Pro Bowls and named the NFL MVP five times. He retired as the NFL all-time leader in yardage, touchdown passes and wins. He quarterbacked the Colts and the Broncos to Super Bowl championships. Peyton was the NFL Man of the Year in 2006. Indianapolis unveiled a statue of Peyton in front of Lucas Oil Stadium and retired his #18 . He has hosted the ESPYs and received the Lincoln Award from the White House. He was named one of the top 100 players in college and pro football. Tiger Woods and Peyton teamed up to win The Match, raising $20 million for COVID-19 relief. He was elected to the NFL Hall of Fame in 2021. Eli was also an All-American at Ole Miss and has had his #10 retired. He won the Maxwell Award as the top player in college football. He was the first player chosen in the 2004 NFL draft. He was selected to four Pro Bowls and led the Giants to world championships in Super Bowl XLII (42) and XLVI (46) and was named MVP of both games. He was named the 2017 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. Eli won the 2020 Bart Starr Character and Leadership Award and the “Good Guy” award, selected by the Pro Football Writers of America. Eli retired after 16 years with the Giants and his #10 was retired by Ole Miss and New York. Archie, Cooper, Peyton and Eli were inducted into the inaugural class of the National High School Football Hall of Fame in 2023. Archie and Peyton wrote a book entitled “Manning: A Father, His Sons and A Football Legacy”. Peyton and Eli also wrote a children’s book entitled “Family Huddle”. Archie and his boys have operated the Manning Passing Academy, a summer camp for high school quarterbacks and receivers, for 28 years. Archie is an owner of Manning’s, a sports-themed restaurant on Fulton Street in New Orleans. In honor of the Mannings’ college football accomplishments, the Sugar Bowl has created the Manning Award to go to the nation’s best college quarterback. The Manning family was named the second most inspiring family in America by Town & Country Magazine. They were featured in a highly rated documentary on ESPN entitled “The Book of Manning”. TOPICS Sports Leadership & Legacy Family & Mentorship Overcoming Challenges & Resilience Success Beyond the Field Community & Impact BOOKS Manning: A Father, His Sons and a Football Legacy Family Huddle Manning PAST CLIENTS
- Eric O'Neill
Cybersecurity Speaker, Tech Futurist, Author, Former FBI Operative, Inspiration for *Breach* Eric O'Neill Cybersecurity Speaker, Tech Futurist, Author, Former FBI Operative, Inspiration for *Breach* Eric O'Neill is a highly regarded author, attorney, security consultant, and motivational speaker. In 2001, he played a pivotal role in capturing Robert Hanssen, one of the most notorious spies in U.S. history. Hanssen, a 25-year veteran of the FBI, was responsible for the greatest security breach in American intelligence. The dramatic story of his capture is the inspiration for the critically acclaimed thriller Breach , in which Ryan Philippe portrays O'Neill. Eric began his career with the FBI as a "Ghost"—an undercover operative tasked with surveilling foreign, national, and domestic terrorists and spies. During the Hanssen investigation, he worked directly within the FBI’s Information Assurance Division, which was responsible for safeguarding classified intelligence. His work with the division was critical in exposing Hanssen's espionage activities. Today, Eric is the founder of The Georgetown Group, a leading investigative and security consultancy based in Washington, D.C. He also serves as the National Security Strategist for Carbon Black, a top provider of next-generation endpoint protection. In addition to his consulting work, Eric is the author of Gray Day, a gripping account of how he helped expose Robert Hanssen, the first Russian cyber spy in the U.S. government. Eric is also a sought-after motivational speaker, known for blending his real-life experiences with practical, actionable insights. His presentations resonate with audiences from a wide range of industries, providing them with valuable lessons on security, integrity, and perseverance.
- Alex Weber
The Leadership Ninja Alex Weber The Leadership Ninja “Be The Unstoppable You” With his contagious positive energy, Alex Weber immediately impacts audiences, inspiring record-breaking achievements. Alex is an International Keynote Speaker, Award-Winning Host for NBC, and a competitor on American Ninja Warrior . He helps leaders, individuals, and organizations become relentless, gain a competitive edge, and unlock new levels of achievement. Alex connects with audiences because of his genuine openness about the challenges, self-doubt, and uncertainty that we all face—and how to overcome them. As a professional entertainer, US Lacrosse Coach of the Year, and acclaimed author, Alex is highly sought after for his unique ability to engage, transform, and empower. He has positively impacted over 3.5 million people worldwide, working with major companies like ABC, Apple, Amazon, Under Armour, LinkedIn, the Los Angeles Lakers, Stanford Business, and many more. Alex is also the only person ever to host and compete on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior . Through riveting storytelling, uplifting humor, and captivating energy, Alex empowers you to become a positive leader, overcome challenges, and accomplish your highest goals in your career, relationships, and life. TOPICS UNSTOPPABLE The Perfect Keynote For Leaders And Top Performers THE UNSTOPPABLE YOU The perfect Keynote for Professionals, Individuals, and Organization-wide UNSTOPPABLE LEADERSHIP The perfect Keynote for Leaders UNSTOPPABLE TEAMS The perfect Keynote for Teams and Organization-Wide PAST CLIENTS NBC Xerox Leadership Association Amazon LinkedIn Center for Financial Training Apple Medical Management Association Under Armour Farm Bureau Financial Services The Los Angeles Lakers North Carolina Bankers Association The Association of Manufactured Technologies The National Management Association Stanford Graduate School of Business The Automotive Training Institute LocumTenens.com
- Troy Hazard
Entrepreneur/ Bestselling Author / TV Host Troy Hazard Entrepreneur/ Bestselling Author / TV Host Troy Hazard is a seasoned serial entrepreneur with over two decades of business experience, having founded and nurtured eleven successful businesses across diverse industries. From a recording studio and advertising agency to a real estate brokerage and franchise consulting firm, his business ventures have spanned a wide range of sectors, demonstrating his versatility and ability to thrive in various environments. Over the past 20 years, Troy has also consulted for countless highly successful companies, providing them with insights and strategies to scale and succeed. His wealth of knowledge earned him international recognition, culminating in his election as the Global President of the Entrepreneurs' Organization, a position chosen by the world’s foremost business leaders. Troy’s entrepreneurial prowess has translated seamlessly into his speaking career. As a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), he shares his real-world experience and invaluable business wisdom with organizations around the globe. He’s also the host of the hugely popular national network television shows in Australia, Inside Franchising and Don’t Come Monday , where he provides expert insights into the world of franchising. In addition to his Australian television success, Troy has broken into the U.S. market with his own talk show, Gettin' Down 2 Business , airing on BizTV Cable Network and reaching 20 million homes every week. He also co-hosts The Big Biz Show on the CBS Talk Radio Network and Business Talk Radio Network, which broadcasts to 1.5 million listeners. Troy’s business lessons are distilled into his Amazon bestselling book, Future-Proofing Your Business , offering practical strategies for adapting to change and preparing businesses for success in the future. His speaking engagements provide organizations with actionable tools and strategies, helping them navigate challenges and build lasting success. TOPICS Future-Proofing Your Business Change or Die! The Retail Revolution Revenue Through Relationships Leadership Lessons The recession Rebound BOOKS Future-Proofing Your Business – An Amazon Business Books Bestseller PAST CLIENTS MDRT Microsoft Coldwell banker 7 – Eleven ING Choice Hotels Toyota Chevron AXA 1800 Flowers Hertz Hitachi
- Julie Still-Rolin
Passionately spreading change, creating growth, and having fun. Julie Still-Rolin Passionately spreading change, creating growth, and having fun. Julie Still-Rolin, M.A., known as the "Sexual Harassment Guru," is a writer, speaker, and organizational trainer based in Pensacola, Florida. She specializes in Sexual Harassment Prevention and works with organizations nationwide to address this critical issue. Julie believes that the road to success is paved by educating everyone—especially men—on how to properly respond to and handle sexual harassment situations. Her own experience motivated her to take action: After facing harassment, she didn’t want to sue or file a claim; she simply wanted to know how to respond to protect her career. Unfortunately, she wasn’t given the proper tools or preparation. Determined to make a change, Julie created practical tools and training programs for organizations to handle sexual harassment internally and effectively, with the goal of preventing this epidemic from continuing. TOPICS Is It Or Isn’t It: Clarity on Sexual Harassment That Can Prevent Catastrophic Consequences for the Wrongly Accused Protect Your ASSets: Prevent Death of Your Business from Sexual Harassment Mitigation NOT Litigation: 3 Proven Tools To Reduce RISK and Avoid the Devastation of Long Costly Sexual Harassment Legal Battles 3 Easily Preventable Mistakes that Lead to Sexual Harassment Claims and How to Prevent Them Beyond Compliance to Culture: 3 Simple Steps to Building a Better Work Environment Pathway to Sexual Harassment Risk Prevention BOOKS The End Game: A Training Guide for Those Who Want to End Sexual Harassment Evolving Through Bullshit: Getting to a Better Place Despite Obstacles PAST CLIENTS Alabama Adult Education System for accountability and Performance Alabama Career Center, Brewton, AL The One of Pensacola Women Empower Expo, Washington, D.C. Liberty Sertoma, Pensacola Chapter Pensacola Animal Hospital Volunteers of America Veteran Center Alabama College English Teachers (ACETA) Gulf Breeze Pet Care Hospital Coastal Alabama Community College Beautiful You Studio The Book Pedaler
- Crystal Washington
Technology Strategist and Futurist Crystal Washington Technology Strategist and Futurist Crystal Washington, CSP, works with organizations that want to leverage technology to boost profits and productivity. As a technology strategist and certified futurist, Crystal simplifies complex topics related to social media, apps, and web technologies, making them easy to understand and accessible to everyone. Crystal’s clients include Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Microsoft, and GE. As a sought-after keynote speaker, she has educated and inspired audiences around the world. Named one of Forbes' 50 Leading Female Futurists, Crystal appears weekly on season two of the Emmy-nominated show Life 2.0. She has also been featured in numerous publications, including Entrepreneur and Bloomberg Businessweek, and is frequently called upon by major television networks as a tech expert. Crystal is the author of One Tech Action and The Social Media Why . TOPICS Futureproof Yourself: Innovate and Thrive in Times of Uncertainty The Future is NOW: Technology & Trends That Will Revolutionize The Future of Work is Here NextGen Relationships for Sales: Technology & Tactics for Business Growth BOOKS The Social Media Why One Tech Action
- Jackie Joyner Kersee
Track and Field Legend and Olympic God Medalist Jackie Joyner Kersee Track and Field Legend and Olympic God Medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee is widely considered one of the greatest female all-around athletes in history, with a career that includes three Olympic gold medals, four World Outdoor Championships gold medals, and the still-standing world record of 7,291 points in the women’s heptathlon. A four-time Olympian, Jackie won the gold medal in the long jump in 1988, and bronze medals in 1992 and 1996. In the heptathlon, she secured the silver medal in 1984 and gold medals in 1988 and 1992. Jackie was also a four-time member of the World Outdoor Championships team, where she won gold medals in the long jump in 1987 and 1991, and in the heptathlon in 1987 and 1993. In addition, she was the USA 100m hurdles champion in 1994, and claimed national titles in the long jump nine times and the heptathlon eight times. Throughout her career at the USA Indoor Championships, Jackie won the 60m hurdles title in 1992 and the long jump national crown in 1992, 1994, and 1995. As a collegiate athlete at UCLA, she won the NCAA heptathlon title in 1982 and 1983. Jackie was also the former long jump world record holder and set the heptathlon world record three times. A two-time U.S. record holder in the 100m hurdles, she was also a four-time U.S. long jump record holder, a two-time U.S. 60m hurdles record holder, and the six-time and current U.S. indoor long jump record holder. Additionally, she holds the U.S. indoor records for the 50mH, 55mH, and 60mH. Jackie was the first woman ever to break 7,000 points in the heptathlon, and was world-ranked three times in the 100m hurdles, 11 times in the long jump (three times as #1 ), and 11 times in the heptathlon (six times as #1 ). Among her many accolades, Jackie won the 1986 James E. Sullivan Award as the nation’s top amateur athlete, and was honored with USA Track & Field’s Jesse Owens Award in 1986 and 1987. In 1999, she was named the greatest female athlete of the 20th century by Sports Illustrated for Women. Since retiring, Jackie has devoted herself to community work, founding the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Youth Center Foundation to encourage underprivileged youth in her hometown to engage in sports. In 2007, she co-founded Athletes for Hope with fellow champions such as Andre Agassi, Muhammad Ali, and Mia Hamm. The organization’s mission is to educate, encourage, and assist athletes in contributing to charitable causes and their communities. BOOKS A Kind of Grace: The Autobiography of the World’s Greatest Female Athlete A Woman’s Place Is Everywhere: Inspirational Profiles of Female Leaders Who Are Expanding the Roles of American Women
- Dr. Jennifer Ashton
ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton is Board-Certified Ob-Gyn and is also Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine. She is a graduate of Columbia College, Columbia University. She then received her medical degree from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she was elected Class President for four consecutive years. Upon graduation, she was awarded the prestigious Bartlestone Award in Pharmacology. Dr. Ashton received her post-graduate training in women’s health and surgery at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in NYC, an affiliate of Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. She served as Administrative Chief Resident and was awarded Chief Resident of the Year upon completing her residency. She received a Master’s of Science degree in Nutrition from the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons Institute of Human Nutrition in 2016, making Dr. Ashton one of the only M.D.’s with a national media platform who also has a degree in Nutrition. Dr. Ashton is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She has presented abstracts and posters at national clinical meetings in the fields of General Surgery, Critical Care, and Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Ashton is on the attending staff of Englewood Hospital and Medical Center in Englewood, NJ, an affiliate of Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. One of the few physicians with media platforms who still sees patients, she has an active medical practice, where she treats women of all ages for medical and surgical gynecologic conditions. In addition, using her credentials in Obesity Medicine and Nutrition, Dr. Ashton treats obesity/overweight, and manages weight-loss medications, recommends dietary approaches, and often uncovers a major cause for struggles with weight that had gone undiagnosed. In October 2017, Dr. Ashton was named Chief Medical Correspondent for ABC News. In 2013, CBS Paramount Television announced that Dr. Ashton had been signed as co-host of the daytime medical tv show, The Doctors . Since 2012, she has also been the Senior Medical Contributor for Good Morning America and World News Tonight , ABC News. From 2009 to 2011, Dr. Ashton was the Medical Correspondent for CBS News Network, where she received the prestigious Columbia Alfred DuPont Award for Excellence in Journalism for her work. Dr. Ashton is the bestselling author of five books: The Self Care Solution and Life After Suicide , as well as, Eat This Not That When Expecting , The Body Scoop for Girls , and Your Body Beautiful . Dr. Ashton is also the author of the monthly feature column, “Ask Dr. Ashton,” in Cosmopolitan Magazine. In January, 2010, Dr. Ashton traveled to Haiti with a medical team where she treated victims of the earthquake for 8 days. Dr. Ashton is the country’s leading voice of women’s health, as the only Board-certified Ob-Gyn with two national media platforms. She is a frequent keynote speaker and moderator for national events regarding Health and Wellness. She is committed to improving the lives of girls and women through increasing health literacy and busting myths that have been propagated via folklore with little medical or scientific basis. She has a ‘girlfriend’s’ approachable demeanor with Ivy League credentials that combine to make her the definitive voice for women’s health in the modern age. As a mom of two teenagers, Dr. Ashton not only ‘talks the talk’ but ‘walks the walk’, proving that commitment to good nutrition, fitness, sleep and stress reduction are the cornerstones to health and wellness. With her MD, and credentials in Nutrition, along with her accomplishments as a triathlete, cyclist and fitness enthusiast, Dr. Ashton is as comfortable discussing the latest workout or diet trend, as she is counseling on cancer screening or reproductive health issues facing women. TOPICS Mental Health: Healing After Tragedy Women’s Health in the Media The Self Care Solution: How to Improve Your Health One Month at a Time How to Achieve a Work/Life Balance in a Non-Stop World Books The Body Scoop for Girls Your Body Beautiful Eat This, Not That Life After Suicide The Self Care Solution PAST CLIENTS American Heart Association Citibank Blue Cross Blue Shield First Dignity Health Fox Trail Living Woman’s Day Red Dress Award Aspen Ideas Festival Urban Zen Foundation Women in the World Summit American Health Lawyers Association
- Kelly McDonald
How To Grow Business With People Not Like You Kelly McDonald How To Grow Business With People Not Like You Kelly McDonald is recognized as one of the nation's leading experts in diversity & inclusion, leadership, marketing, customer experience, and consumer trends. She is the founder of McDonald Marketing, an agency that has been named one of the Top Ad Agencies in the U.S. by Advertising Age and ranked among the fastest-growing independent companies by Inc. Magazine. Kelly's diverse client list includes globally recognized brands such as Toyota, Chubb, NASA, Kimberly-Clark, Nike, Harley-Davidson, Miller-Coors, and Sherwin-Williams. A highly sought-after speaker, Kelly was named one of the “10 Most Booked Speakers in the U.S.” and ranked #1 on Successful Meetings Magazine's list of “25 Hot Speakers. ” She has been featured in CNBC, Forbes, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Fast Company, and CNNMoney.com , among other media outlets. An accomplished author, Kelly has written four bestselling books on diversity & inclusion, marketing, customer experience, and leadership. Her latest book, “It’s Time to Talk about Race at Work: Every Leader’s Guide to Making Progress on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion” , debuted as the #1 Bestselling Business Book in the U.S. Based in Denver, Kelly enjoys boxing (yes, boxing, not kickboxing) and shopping for high heels when she's not on the road speaking. TOPICS How to Work With & Lead People Not Like You It’s Time to Talk About Race at Work How to Wow, Work With & Win Customers NOW Crafting the Customer Experience for People Not Like You How To Market To People Not Like You BOOKS Crafting the Customer Experience for People Not Like You How To Market To People Not Like You How to Work With & Lead People Not Like You It’s Time to Talk about Race at Work PAST CLIENTS Siemens State Farm Insurance AgFirst Farm Credit Bank Baxter Healthcare True Value Principal Financial Group Harley Davidson Independent Insurance Agents of America Destination Marketing Association International National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Franchise Update Inc. Automotive Specialty Products Alliance