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  • Randy White

    Super Bowl Champion and Co-MVP of Super Bowl XII, NFL '80s All-Decade Team, Cowboys Ring of Honor, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Rancher and Dog Enthusiast Randy White Super Bowl Champion and Co-MVP of Super Bowl XII, NFL '80s All-Decade Team, Cowboys Ring of Honor, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Rancher and Dog Enthusiast At 6-4, 265 pounds and one of the strongest (bench presses 501 pounds) and toughest (111 career sacks) defensive tackles ever to play the game, Randy White was dubbed “Manster- part-man and part-monster” by teammate Charlie Waters. Opposing quarterbacks who unsuccessfully scrambled to avoid his reckless abandon, were quick to understand why. During Randy’s 14-year tenure with the World Champion Dallas Cowboys, he was selected All Pro 8 times, was a Pro Bowl selection 9 times and played in 3 Super Bowls. After his outstanding performance in Super Bowl XII, he was selected as a Super Bowl MVP. In 1994, his first year of eligibility, Randy received the ultimate honor, selection to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. A few other pro football honors include The Ed Block Courage Award, Dallas Cowboy All-Time Team, Interior Lineman of the Year, Field Scovell Award, Defensive Lineman of the Year (2 times) and Defensive Player of the Year. At the University of Maryland, he was a Consensus All-America and received both the Vince Lombardi Award and the coveted defensive version of the Heisman, The Outland Trophy. Post football, Randy appeared in the feature film Necessary Roughness and national tv commercials for such brands as Dicks Sporting Goods, Under Armour, PC Matic and Tide. He co-hosted CBS-11 Dallas Cowboys pre-game show for 14 years. His hobbies include Martial Arts and making custom knives. He and wife Susan reside on a ranch in Texas. TOPICS Pro athlete/Sports Dedication and Hard Work Teamwork and Leadership Overcoming Challenges PAST CLIENTS Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Panini Indeed SAP AT&T Services Main Event Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) Overhead Door Carlsbad Mayor’s Energy Summit North Texas Residential HVAC & Supply (TRANE) Chandler Signs Amway Yellow Entertainment Intersport Angus Measurement Boys & Girls Club Billy T. Cattan Recovery Center Midwestern State University

  • Steven G. Foster, CMP

    Leadership is ACTION, not position. Steven G. Foster, CMP Leadership is ACTION, not position. Steven G. Foster is the Managing Partner of Foster+Fathom, a Leadership and Goodness Development Group based in Dallas, Texas. An award-winning speaker, author, consultant, and business “bucket-filler,” Steven specializes in guiding organizations and individuals on how to build a high-performance culture, foster teamwork, and create lasting brand loyalty. His leadership mantra is simple yet powerful: "You didn’t wake up today to be mediocre—so go Full-Throttle." This approach aligns perfectly with his own bold journey. In 2013, Steven completed a 34-day, 34-state, 13,000-mile solo motorcycle ride along the perimeter of the U.S., raising awareness and support for Veterans and Military Families. This remarkable journey was chronicled in his book, "Full-Throttle Leadership: Passion, Power & Purpose on the Edge of America" , where he shares the life-changing lessons he learned along the way. Named one of the most influential people in the Meetings and Events industry, Steven has spent over 25 years delivering award-winning leadership programs, team-building experiences, and brand events. He is proud to have been recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential Members by Meeting Professionals International (MPI) in 2022, and will receive the 2024 RISE Award for Meetings Industry Leadership in 2024. Steven is also deeply committed to giving back to the communities in which we live, work, and meet. In 2021, he and his friend Rowan Pickering of Event Team Inc. launched "2 Guys Doing Good," a nationwide initiative designed to help organizations and individuals engage in impactful team-giving event activations. The initiative aims to be force multipliers for the greater good, empowering communities through meaningful service projects. TOPICS Leadership Team Success Strategic Planning Special Event Planning JFK Assassination BOOKS Full-Throttle Leadership

  • Ruben Gonzalez

    Business Author – Incredible Olympic Story – Award Winning Speaker! Ruben Gonzalez Business Author – Incredible Olympic Story – Award Winning Speaker! Ruben Gonzalez is an inspiring Four-Time Olympian and an internationally recognized expert on developing mental toughness and personal effectiveness. His journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the belief that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things. Ruben didn’t take up the sport of luge until he was 21, and just four years later, he was competing in the Winter Olympics. At the age of 47, he raced against 20-year-olds in the Vancouver Winter Olympics, proving that age is no barrier to achieving greatness. Ruben’s story is not just about athletic achievement; it’s about resilience, mindset, and the power of self-belief. He teaches the personal effectiveness system he used to succeed in both the Olympics and business, providing audiences with a clear framework for success that anyone can follow. Ruben has inspired audiences worldwide, demonstrating that the right mental attitude can help people push past their limitations and reach their full potential. As a sought-after motivational speaker, Ruben has shared the stage with legendary figures like Zig Ziglar, Denis Waitley, and Tom Hopkins, who have praised him as a leader of the new generation of personal development speakers. His storytelling brings his Olympic experiences to life, showing audiences how to live with passion, overcome challenges, and take bold actions toward their goals. Ruben’s message has been featured nationally on ABC, CBS, and NBC, and he has been recognized in prominent publications such as Time Magazine and the New York Times. His articles on peak performance are read worldwide, and his book, The Courage to Succeed , has earned endorsements from notable figures like Lou Holtz, Stephen Covey, Ken Blanchard, and Brian Tracy. Because of his remarkable story of overcoming challenges, Ruben was honored to carry the Olympic Torch at the Salt Lake City Olympics. His experiences, spanning four Olympic Games across four decades, resonate deeply with audiences, giving them the inspiration and self-belief they need to achieve their goals. Ruben’s keynote presentations are not only motivational but also practical, equipping attendees with the tools to achieve lasting success. His energy and dedication inspire individuals to make bold decisions, take action, and create long-term success for themselves and their organizations. Ruben’s story will change the way you think—and the way you live. TOPICS Becoming Unstoppable – Success Secrets from a Four-Time Olympian From Ordinary to Extraordinary How to be an Olympian in Business and in Life Velocity – How to Achieve Big Results FAST BOOKS The Courage to Succeed Becoming Unstoppable Success Secrets of a Four-Time Olympian PAST CLIENTS Xerox Chevrolet HP Million Dollars Round Table Allstate AstraZeneca Coca Cola Oracle Dell New York Life Novo Nordisk Deloitte

  • Jimmy Johnson

    Hall of Famer, Former Player, Coach, Executive, and AP NFL Coach of the Year, Analyst for Fox NFL Sunday Jimmy Johnson Hall of Famer, Former Player, Coach, Executive, and AP NFL Coach of the Year, Analyst for Fox NFL Sunday Jimmy Johnson is a Pro Football Hall of Famer, FOX NFL SUNDAY analyst, and one of the most respected figures in both NFL and college football coaching history. As a key member of the FOX NFL SUNDAY team alongside Curt Menefee, Terry Bradshaw, Howie Long, and Michael Strahan, Jimmy brings decades of football expertise and insights to millions of fans every Sunday. Inducted into the 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class, Jimmy is widely regarded for his legendary tenure as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, where he orchestrated back-to-back Super Bowl victories in Super Bowl XXVII and Super Bowl XXVIII. As the Cowboys' head coach from 1989 to 1994, he led the team to a dominant period of success, winning NFL Coach of the Year honors in three of his final four seasons, including a franchise-record 13 regular-season victories in 1992. Under his leadership, the Cowboys posted a 50-22 regular-season record and went 7-1 in postseason play. Jimmy’s coaching legacy extends beyond the NFL. He also won a College Football National Championship with the University of Miami in 1987, where he coached for five seasons, compiling a 52-9 record, two Orange Bowl titles, and two No. 2 national rankings. Notably, Jimmy became the first coach in history to win both a Super Bowl and a National Championship, a feat later matched by Barry Switzer. His coaching journey began in 1965 as a defensive line coach at Louisiana Tech, before moving on to Wichita State, Iowa State, Oklahoma, and Pittsburgh. In 1979, Jimmy became head coach at Oklahoma State, where he posted a 29-25 record and led the team to two bowl appearances. After his historic run with the Cowboys, Jimmy was named head coach and general manager of the Miami Dolphins in 1996, succeeding the legendary Don Shula. Over four seasons, Jimmy guided the Dolphins to three playoff berths, compiling a 36-28 regular-season record and a 2-3 mark in the postseason. He retired from coaching in 2000, with an 80-64 career record in the NFL and a 9-4 postseason record. Following his coaching career, Jimmy transitioned to a long and successful career in broadcasting, joining FOX Sports as an analyst on the FOX NFL SUNDAY pregame show. His impact on the network was significant, contributing to the show's induction into the National Association of Broadcasters' (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2019. Jimmy Johnson’s legacy as a two-time Super Bowl champion coach, national championship-winning collegiate coach, and Hall of Fame inductee has solidified him as one of football’s greatest minds. His ability to connect with fans and share his unparalleled football wisdom makes him a revered figure both on and off the field. BOOKS Swagger: Super Bowls, Brass Balls, and Footballs–A Memoir Turning the Thing Around: My Life in Football

  • Gary Guller

    Inspirational & motivational Mt. Everest Speaker Gary Guller Inspirational & motivational Mt. Everest Speaker Gary Guller is a record-setting mountaineer, author, and professional motivational speaker who has spent over a decade delivering impactful keynotes to top corporations around the world. His remarkable journey from overcoming physical challenges to achieving monumental feats in the most extreme environments has made him a trusted figure in the world of inspirational speaking. In 2003, Gary led the largest cross-disability group ever to reach Mt. Everest Base Camp at 17,500 feet. That same year, he made history by becoming the first person with one arm to summit Mt. Everest. His achievement didn’t stop there; the following year, Gary led an expedition to the summit of Mt. Cho Oyu, the world’s sixth-highest mountain, located in Tibet. In 2010, Gary completed the Marathon des Sables in Morocco, a grueling 153-mile (250 km) endurance race across the Sahara Desert—often referred to as “The hardest stage race in the world” by CNN. His story was captured in the award-winning documentary, Team Everest: A Himalayan Journey , which highlighted his incredible journey and his quest for resilience. Gary’s motivational speaking style is engaging, dynamic, and deeply inspiring. He has been trusted by the world’s top corporations, as well as the U.S. Army and Navy, to deliver powerful messages on leadership, teamwork, determination, and integrity. His speaking style connects on a personal level, inspiring audiences to push past their fears, set ambitious goals, and maximize their potential, both in business and in life. As a speaker, Gary's real-life stories and vivid imagery make his presentations unforgettable. Whether speaking to a boardroom of executives or a crowd of thousands, his down-to-earth style and ability to connect with audiences make him one of the most sought-after motivational speakers worldwide. Gary continues to share his leadership development expertise with some of the largest companies and prestigious business schools in the United States. TOPICS Make Others Greater: leadership & Teamwork (motivational) Overcoming Obstacles that stand in the way of Possibilities (Inspirational) Inclusion. Commitment. Success (Diversity) BOOKS “Make Others Greater” from mt. Everest to the boardroom Team Everest: a Himalayan journey (documentary) PAST CLIENTS IBM Microsoft Exxon Raytheon US NAVY FBI SAP Goldman Sachs Toyota Phillips AMERICAN EXPRESS HP

  • Jim Davidson

    Rally Your Resilience Jim Davidson Rally Your Resilience Jim Davidson is a climber, author, and international speaker whose lessons in resilience are drawn from a lifetime of mountain adventures and life-or-death rescues. Having scaled peaks across the United States and led high-altitude expeditions to places like Alaska, Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Mexico, Nepal, and Tibet, Jim’s career as a mountaineer spans more than three decades. He has summited Cho Oyu, the sixth-highest peak in the world at 26,906 feet, and has led numerous challenging expeditions. Jim is an expert in resilience, having faced—and overcome—some of the most extreme conditions nature has to offer. His incredible survival story, which highlights his ability to persevere under the harshest of circumstances, was featured in the “Killer Crevasse” episode of I Shouldn’t Be Alive (2011), which regularly airs on Animal Planet and the Discovery Network. In addition to his mountaineering expertise, Jim is the co-author of The Ledge: An Adventure Story of Friendship and Survival on Mount Rainier (2011, Random House/Ballantine Books), which recounts his dramatic survival after a deadly fall on Mount Rainier. Blending his two decades of success in environmental consulting with his mountaineering experiences, Jim delivers powerful messages about resilience, teamwork, and the drive to overcome adversity. His uplifting talks inspire organizations and professional audiences to reach the summits in their own lives, both personally and professionally. TOPICS Rally Your Resilience – Reach Your Summits in Business and Life! Expedition Execution – Getting Big Things Done Resilient Leadership & Engaged Teamwork Surviving Storms – Overcoming Adversity Everest Resilience BOOKS The Ledge: An Adventure Story of Friendship and Survival on Mount Rainier (Jim Davidson & Kevin Vaughan, 2011) PAST CLIENTS Newmont Mining Meeting Professionals International Ameriprise Financial Conagra Northern Illinois University International Association of Ice Cream Vendors National Geographic Society OppenheimerFunds Colorado Society of Association Executives Wells Fargo Penn State U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  • Dr. Bertice Berry, Sociologist, Lecturer, Author and Mother

    When You Walk with Purpose, You Collide with Destiny Dr. Bertice Berry, Sociologist, Lecturer, Author and Mother When You Walk with Purpose, You Collide with Destiny No one defies stereotypes, generalizations or clichés more than Dr. Bertice Berry. Growing up poor in Wilmington, Delaware, the sixth of seven children, Bertice was told by a high school teacher that she was “not college material”. Fortunately, there was another teacher who believed that she was destined for more. Berry applied to several schools without any idea how she would pay the tuition if she were accepted. The day her application arrived at Jacksonville University in Florida, a wealthy benefactor called the Admissions Department looking for a potential student “who could swim if they had the right backing,” and might sink without it. Bertice not only graduated magna cum laude from Jacksonville where she was awarded the President’s Cup for leadership, she subsequently earned a Ph.D. in Sociology from Kent State University at the age of 26. Dr. Berry taught sociology and statistics at Kent, and demonstrated that she knew a few things about humor, as well. She became one of the most popular teachers at the university; so popular, in fact, larger lecture halls had to be found to accommodate the ever-increasing number of students. A colleague said to me, “You’re funny, and I said, No I’m not, I’m a scholar,” recounts Dr. Berry. It was then that she realized by using humor in her lectures to address such difficult subjects as racisms and sexism she was making a more profound impact. Shortly thereafter, Berry left Kent to become an award-winning entertainer, lecturer and comedienne. From 1991 through 1994 she won the coveted national Comedian of the Year Award, and was also named Campus Lecturer of the Year and Campus Entertainer of the Year. She had created a niche as both a gifted speaker with a comic edge and a comic with a serious message. Her busy schedule included over 200 appearances a year. Berry was the host and co-executive producer of her own nationally syndicated talk show, “The Bertice Berry Show,” and hosted “USA Live,” a four-hour live interview and entertainment show on the USA Cable Network. She’s been featured on numerous other television programs, including appearances on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” ABC’s “20/20” and more recently on NPR’s “Tell Me More” with Michel Martin. Dr. Bertice Berry is also the best-selling author of an inspirational memoir, I’m On My Way, But Your Foot Is On My Head, and the hilarious bestsellers Straight From the Ghetto, You Might Be Ghetto If and the sequel You STILL Ghetto. Her latest book, “A Year to Wellness and Other Weight Loss Secrets” is a personal journey of healing and wellness that resulted in a weight loss of 150 lbs. Despite all of her honors and achievements, Dr. Berry is most proud of becoming the “instant mother” to her five children. She lives in Savannah, GA where she is active in the community. “When you walk with purpose,” Berry says, “you collide with destiny!” TOPICS Change & Transformation Redefining Diversity Becoming The Highest Version of Yourself From The Patient’s Perspective Finding Your Purpose Life Work Balance Redefining Diversity From The Patient’s Perspective Life Work Balance BOOKS The World According to Me I’m on My Way But Your Foot Is On My Head Redemption Song The Haunting of Hip Hop Jim & Louella’s Home-made Heartfix Remedy When Love Calls You Better Answer The Ties That Bind A Year to Wellness and Other Weight Loss Secrets PAST CLIENTS America Online Pacific Bell GMAC Sam’s Club/Walmart Agilent Technologies Blue Cross Blue Shield KU Medical Center Kaiser Permanente American Airlines Walmart

  • Geoff Colvin

    Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune Magazine and Author, Talent is Overrated Geoff Colvin Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune Magazine and Author, Talent is Overrated Geoff Colvin is an award-winning thinker, author, broadcaster, and speaker on today’s most significant trends in business. As FORTUNE’s Senior Editor-at-Large, he has become one of America’s sharpest and most respected commentators on leadership, globalization, wealth creation, the infotech revolution, and related issues. As anchor of Wall Street Week with FORTUNE on PBS, he spoke each week to the largest audience reached by any business television program in America. Colvin’s groundbreaking bestseller Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers From Everybody Else received the Harold A. Longman Award for Best Business Book of the Year and has been published in a dozen languages. Charlie Rose says it is “spectacular” and “fascinating.” Daniel H. Pink calls it “profoundly important.” Donald Trump calls it “enlightening” and “inspiring.” Colvin’s book The Upside of the Downturn: Ten Management Strategies to Prevail in the Recession and Thrive in the Aftermath was named the best management book of the year by Strategy + Business magazine. Directorship magazine has named Colvin one of the 100 most influential figures in corporate governance. As a speaker, Colvin has engaged hundreds of audiences on six continents. He is also a skilled on-stage interviewer whose subjects have included Jack Welch, Henry Kissinger, Richard Branson, the Prince of Wales, Bill Gates, Alan Greenspan, Steve Case, Ted Turner, George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, and many others. He is the regular lead moderator of the Fortune Global Forum , and he serves as moderator for the International Business Leaders Forum in London. Colvin is one of America’s preeminent business broadcasters. He is heard daily on the CBS Radio Network, where he has made over 10,000 broadcasts and reaches seven million listeners each week. He has appeared on Today, The O’Reilly Factor, Good Morning America, Squawk Box, CBS This Morning, ABC’s World News, CNN, PBS’s Nightly Business Report , and dozens of other programs. A native of Vermillion, South Dakota, Colvin is an honors graduate of Harvard with a degree in economics and has an M.B.A. from New York University. TOPICS Leading Ahead of What’s Next What the World’s Best Companies Know/Are Doing Right Now The Political Circus, a Complex Economy and the Future of Your Business Talent Is Overrated – Real Truths of Great Performance BOOKS Talent is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers From Everybody Else PAST CLIENTS AG Edwards ADP American Express General Mills International Business Leaders Forum Microsoft Pitney Bowes Siemens University of Chicago Accenture Allied Capital Bank of America IBM KPMG Peoplesoft Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellows Program Techpoint Watson Wyatt

  • 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

  • Victoria Arlen

    TV Host, Gold Medalist, Author, Speaker, Founder Victoria Arlen TV Host, Gold Medalist, Author, Speaker, Founder Victoria Arlen’s life drastically changed in 2006 at the tender age of eleven when she developed two rare conditions known as Transverse Myelitis and Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis. This was an incredibly rare scenario, and Victoria quickly lost the ability to speak, eat, walk, and move. She slipped into a vegetative state, in which doctors had written her off as a lost cause. Victoria spent nearly four years “locked” inside her own body, completely aware of what was going on but unable to move or communicate. Doctors believed there was little hope of survival and recovery was unlikely. Victoria, however was not ready to give up. Instead of writing her obituary, she wrote a bucket list of the things she would achieve when she survived. In 2010, after almost four years she began the nearly impossible fight back to life - learning how to speak, eat and move all over again. Victoria went on to defy the odds and not only recovered but has since become an accomplished Motivational Speaker, Television Host, Philanthropist, Writer and Swimmer. Her swimming resume includes three silvers and one gold medal from the London 2012 Games, as well as multiple World, American, and Pan American Records. In April 2015, Victoria made the transition from professional athlete to sportscaster and joined ESPN at the age of twenty, becoming one of the youngest on-air talents hired by the company. She reports and hosts across all platforms including Sportscenter , First Take , NFL Live , This Just In , X Games , College Football Live , Sportscenter on Snapchat , Sportscenter Global , College Gameday All Access , and Special Olympics to name a few. In the Spring of 2016, Victoria defied yet another odd and after spending a decade in a wheelchair paralyzed from the waist down was able to learn how to take one step after another and eventually not only did she learn how to walk but within a year and a half in the Fall of 2017, she learned to dance as a contestant on Season 25 of Dancing with the Stars placing in the top five. Victoria is also the founder and co- chair of Victoria’s Victory Foundation, a nonprofit that assists those with mobility challenges. Since 2017, VVF has given out over half a million dollars in scholarship funds to those who need it most. Victoria’s book titled Locked In hit stores worldwide in August of 2018 as well as her 30 for 30 titled Locked In , which Victoria narrated and produced. Victoria continues to share her story on various speaking tours throughout the world. TOPICS Restoring from Rock Bottom The Power of Gratitude All it takes is a Blink Face it, Embrace it, Defy it, Conquer it BOOKS Locked In

  • Cameron Atlas

    Experiential Speaker, Musician, Peak Performance Expert Cameron Atlas Experiential Speaker, Musician, Peak Performance Expert As a leading authority on adaptability, resilience & continuous improvement, Cameron has spent the past 15 years helping organizations, leaders, and teams break through limitations and unlock new levels of performance in the face of constant change. Blending insights from leadership, psychology, and human performance with the emotional impact of live music, Cameron’s transformative keynotes empower audiences to embrace the unknown, take decisive action, and lead with courage when it matters most. In one of the boldest moves of his life, Cameron once sold everything he owned and embarked on a life-changing journey around the world. This decision wasn’t just about travel, it was a radical act of reinvention that taught him invaluable lessons about dreaming big and navigating change. Staying in homes with pianos in countries across the globe, Cameron created purpose-driven content that led to him becoming a National Geographic Explorer, giving a TEDx talk in Rome, and delivering keynotes with a grand piano on stage in multiple countries, fulfilling his ultimate dream. Today, Cameron is a sought-after speaker, facilitator and executive coach. Through his strategic insights and proven methodologies, he empowers leaders and organizations to navigate change, build cultures of adaptability and resilience, and unlock sustained growth and innovation. Cameron is also an avid pickleball player, dog dad to his Australian Shepherd Indy, and proudly known as “Uncle Cam” to five beautiful kids. TOPICS The Edge Of Possible: Unlocking Potential in a World of Rapid Change Navigating The Noise: Prioritizing what matters in the age of distraction The Resilient Mind: How great leaders grow stronger through adversity PAST CLIENTS Centris Federal Credit Union YPO Marriott Parkview Financial Seven Hill Capital CityCurrent OnPlatinum TopFirm Vistage Clean Energy BC Jones Deslauriers Entrepreneurs Organization

  • Jim Craig

    “Miracle on Ice” Olympic Gold Medalist Hockey Goalie Jim Craig “Miracle on Ice” Olympic Gold Medalist Hockey Goalie Jim Craig (born May 31, 1957, North Easton, Massachusetts) is an American ice hockey goaltender best known for his role in the historic 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. As a member of the U.S. hockey team, Craig helped lead the Americans to an unexpected gold medal victory in what became known as the "Miracle on Ice." The victory remains one of the most stunning upsets in Olympic history, with Craig, who started every game in goal, playing a pivotal role in the team’s success. At the start of the Olympics, the U.S. team was ranked 7th out of 12, while the Soviet Union, widely considered the best team in the world, were the overwhelming favorites. The Soviets had dominated international hockey, defeating an NHL All-Star team the previous year and thrashing the Americans 10–3 in an exhibition just days before the tournament. Between 1956 and 1992, the Soviet Union had an iron grip on the Olympic gold medal, with only the American teams of 1960 and 1980 breaking that dominance when the Winter Games were held in the U.S. Before joining the U.S. national team, Craig was an All-American goaltender at Boston University. Throughout the 1980 Olympic tournament, he played nearly every minute of every game. Craig helped the U.S. team pull off a series of surprising victories, often conceding an early goal but then shutting down opponents in the final period. In the semifinals, the Americans faced the Soviet Union, where Craig made 39 saves and weathered a relentless barrage of shots in the closing minutes. The U.S. defeated the Soviets 4–3 and went on to beat Finland 4–2 in the gold medal game. One of the most enduring images of the 1980 Games is Craig, draped in the American flag, searching the stands for his widowed father to share the victorious moment. BOOKS Gold Medal Strategies

  • 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

  • Victoria Labalme

    Performing Artist & Performance Strategist Victoria Labalme Performing Artist & Performance Strategist Victoria Labalme helps individuals and teams perform at their highest levels by unlocking their hidden genius. With 20 years in the performing arts, from Broadway to comedy clubs, landmark films to high-profile television, Victoria’s electrifying, custom-crafted keynotes awaken innate talents in audiences. Her proprietary systems and strategies have been embraced by C-suite executives at Starbucks, Microsoft, and PayPal, as well as Hollywood celebrities, bestselling authors, and top teams in over 700 organizations. With breathtaking stage presence, gripping stories, and comedic highlights, Victoria takes audiences on a profound journey they’ll never forget. Along the way, she shows people how to distinguish their brand, gain a competitive advantage, and achieve sustainable growth through a surprising blend of art and business. Her creative projects have been recognized by The New York Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, BBC, and ABC Good Morning America. A graduate of Stanford University, Victoria is also a director, critically acclaimed film producer, creator of two online learning programs, and an inductee into the Speaker Hall of Fame. TOPICS UNLOCK YOUR HIDDEN GENIUS: Performing Arts Principles to Transform Your Business Performance BOOKS Unlock Your Hidden Genius PAST CLIENTS Starbucks Microsoft PayPal New York Life Insurance ADP Oracle IBM Lowe’s American Heart Association MDRT Blue Cross Blue Shield McDonald’s

  • Sardek P. Love

    Maximizing performance, maximizing impact one soul at a time Sardek P. Love Maximizing performance, maximizing impact one soul at a time Creating heroes out of those who lead, train, and speak for a living – that’s the impact audiences around the world experience after attending an event with the man affectionately known as “Dr. Love.” Few people create the types of thought-provoking and highly engaging experiences that Sardek Love is internationally known for. As a highly sought-after speaker at conferences and corporate events, attendees of his Impact Advantage series of speaking events and training programs are guaranteed to enjoy Sardek’s famous Edutainment approach. Every participant experiences a transformation with Sardek because he ensures everyone leaves “better than they were yesterday.” As Chief Executive Officer of Sardek Love International, Sardek has worked in 32 countries, inspiring, developing, and educating managers at Fortune 100 companies, high-tech organizations, local, state, and federal government agencies, and global brands on how to become more effective leaders in their workplaces. From working in West Siberia during the most frigid of winter temperatures to getting lost in the Libyan desert in the scorching summer heat, and from traveling to the lush and remote jungles of Indonesia to revitalizing a workforce in war-torn villages of West Africa, his real-world experiences form the foundation of his captivating stories that bring his sessions to life. Sardek has a long-standing history of thought leadership and talent development at all levels. He is a former president of the Virginia Tech College of Human Sciences Alumni Association. In 2003, as a member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD) National Advisors for Chapters, Sardek was awarded the Staff Partnership Award by Tony Bingham, ATD’s CEO. In 2018, he was recognized by ATD as one of the top 25 global thought leaders in Talent Development, where he spoke at the ATD International Conference and Exposition. A regularly cited expert in leadership, training, and peak performance, Sardek currently serves as a member of the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) Graduate Instructional Systems Development Board. TOPICS The Impact Advantage! Facilitating with Impact! Leading with Impact! The 4 Secrets of Training for Maximum Business Impact Master Influencer: 5 Powerful Secrets of Exceptionally Persuasive Leaders (can also substitute “People” for “Leaders”) BrandTastic! 5 Powerful Strategies to Attract, Connect, and Convert Prospects Into Customers BOOKS Speak for a Living Second Edition PAST CLIENTS Association for Talent Development Costa Rican Investment Promotion Agency DACUM (Kuwait) Jamaica Customer Service Association OrangeTheory Fitness Omantel (Oman) Project Management Institute (SW Virginia Chapter) Training Magazine U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development U.S. Senate University of Maryland Baltimore County University of Maryland Faculty Physicians Inc. Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (Kuwait)

  • Tsedal Neeley

    Award Winning Author, Harvard Business School Professor and Keynote Speaker on Globalization and Digital Transformation Tsedal Neeley Award Winning Author, Harvard Business School Professor and Keynote Speaker on Globalization and Digital Transformation Tsedal Neeley (@tsedal) is the Naylor Fitzhugh Professor of Business Administration, Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Development and Research Strategy, and Faculty Chair of the Christensen Center for Teaching and Learning at Harvard Business School. Recognized as a Top Voice on LinkedIn in remote work and one of Business Insider's 100 people transforming business, Tsedal is a leading expert in helping organizations scale through global and digital strategies. She regularly advises top executives navigating virtual work, digital transformation, and global expansion, driving agile leadership at scale. Tsedal is the co-author of "The Digital Mindset: What It Really Takes to Thrive in the Age of Data, Algorithms, and AI" , which introduces the “30% rule”, a groundbreaking concept that provides leaders with the digital literacy needed to leverage the growing digital threads in today’s world. Her acclaimed book "Remote Work Revolution: Succeeding from Anywhere" offers remote workers and leaders actionable best practices to excel in a decentralized workplace. In "The Language of Global Success: How a Common Tongue Transforms Multinational Organizations", Tsedal chronicles the five-year journey of a company’s globalization process. A sought-after speaker and media commentator, Tsedal’s work has been widely covered by outlets such as CNBC, Bloomberg, BBC, CNN, Financial Times, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, and The Economist. Her scholarly work is published in top journals like the Academy of Management Journal, Strategic Management Journal, and Harvard Business Review. Her Harvard Business School case study Managing a Global Team: Greg James at Sun Microsystems remains one of the most used worldwide on virtual teams. Tsedal has designed popular online courses including Remote Work Revolution for Everyone and Leading in a Remote Environment (with Ronald Heifetz). She co-chairs the executive program Leading Global Businesses , which helps leaders navigate the complexities of the global and digital economy. Tsedal also teaches in several prestigious executive programs, including the Harvard Business Analytics Program, and has previously served as the course head for Harvard’s MBA program’s Leadership and Organizational Behavior course. Before academia, Tsedal worked at Lucent Technologies and The Forum Corporation, where she specialized in global customer experience strategies, sales force management development, and performance systems for telecommunications infrastructures. She is also fluent in four languages and holds a patent for her software simulation on global collaboration. Tsedal is a recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Charles M. Williams Award for Outstanding Teaching in Executive Education and the Greenhill Award for her outstanding contributions to Harvard Business School. She serves on the Boards of Brightcove, Brown Capital Management, Harvard Business Publishing, and The Partnership Inc.. Named one of the Top Management Thinkers in the World by Thinkers50, Tsedal also earned a Ph.D. in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, specializing in Work, Technology, and Organizations. She is a Stanford Distinguished Alumnus Scholar and has received the Lieberman Award for excellence in teaching and research.

  • Patrick Houlahan

    Build Inspired, Compassionate, Mission-Driven Leaders Patrick Houlahan Build Inspired, Compassionate, Mission-Driven Leaders Patrick Houlahan is the Founder and CEO of Strategic Leadership Consultants LLC, a company dedicated to Building Inspired, Compassionate, Mission-Driven Leaders. Since founding the company in 2019, Patrick has worked with prominent organizations such as State Farm, Technology Marketing Toolkit, Association of Inside Sales Professionals, 3M, and Mission Produce, delivering keynotes, leading workshops, and providing expert consultation. With a distinguished career spanning both the military and business sectors, Patrick brings a wealth of experience to his leadership consulting work. He graduated from The Citadel in 1992, where he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. Patrick served as a fighter pilot flying the F/A-18 Hornet and was deployed twice to the Western Pacific. He is a graduate of the prestigious United States Navy Postgraduate Fighter Weapons School, TOPGUN, where he went on to serve as an instructor pilot. In 2003, he was recognized as the Instructor Pilot of the Year. After transitioning from active duty in 2004, Patrick continued his military service in the United States Air Force Reserves flying the A-10 Warthog and later returned to the Marine Corps Reserves in 2006. He established the first Reserve Training Unit and continued his role as an Instructor Pilot, accumulating over 2,800 hours of flight time and training more than 500 aircrew members. Patrick’s military career culminated with his promotion to Colonel, and he earned his Master of Strategic Studies as a Distinguished Graduate of the United States Army War College. Patrick's leadership acumen extends beyond the military. He transitioned into the private sector in 2004 when he joined Afterburner Inc., a global consulting firm where he rose to become an Executive Consultant and Director of Seminars. During his 13-year tenure at Afterburner, Patrick led over 450 keynotes, workshops, and consulting engagements with top corporations, including Verizon, ExxonMobil, Medtronic, DOW, VMware, and H&R Block. In addition to his work at Afterburner, Patrick has held roles as Account Manager for Southern California at Kratos Public Safety and Security, Director of Business Development at Citadel Defense Company, and Organizational Development Executive (ODE) at Brooks International, where he worked closely with executive leadership teams to drive consensus and alignment in support of organizational goals. Throughout his career, Patrick has observed that organizations that thrive are led by great leaders—those that fail often lack this critical component. This insight led him to found Strategic Leadership Consultants, with the mission to develop and empower leaders who inspire, engage, and lead with purpose. TOPICS TOPGUN Lessons Learned: TOPGUN strategies to be the top 1% in your marketplace Fast and Effective Planning: Link Tactical Actions to Strategic Direction Simplifying Leadership: Keys to Leading a Successful Team Cross-Functional Execution: Keys to Executing in an Interconnected World Communications is Key: The Art of the Debrief PAST CLIENTS State Farm Tecsys Carr Properties FS Growmark Genentech University of Pittsburgh Equitable Turn Around Management Association Mission Produce Accelerent 3M Oklahoma Hospital Association

  • Sam Silverstein

    Innovate Your Culture. Live Your Core Values. Inspire Accountability Sam Silverstein Innovate Your Culture. Live Your Core Values. Inspire Accountability Sam Silverstein is a leading expert in accountability, dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to transform their lives and businesses through the power of personal and collective accountability. By helping companies cultivate cultures where accountability is prioritized and celebrated, Sam is on a mission to create a more accountable world. As a former executive and successful business owner, Sam’s manufacturing and distribution companies generated over $100 million in products and services, culminating in the successful sale of one of his businesses to a Fortune 500 company. Drawing on his extensive experience, Sam now works as a consultant, speaker, and author, helping organizations and their leaders think differently, challenge the status quo, and achieve better results through accountability. Sam’s work with entrepreneurs, multi-national corporations, and government agencies has helped transform organizational cultures, driving increased engagement, productivity, and commitment. He is the author of several books, including Making Accountable Decisions, No More Excuses, and his latest work, Non-Negotiable. Founder of The Accountability Movement™, Sam is committed to building powerful communities and organizations that live by their values, keep their promises, and consistently deliver results. Through his Accountability Roundtables™, Sam addresses the barriers preventing organizations and communities from fully embracing an accountable culture and helps them break through to achieve greater success. A graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's degree in business, Sam also holds an MBA from Washington University. He is a former President of the National Speakers Association and currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri, with his wife and four children. TOPICS No More Excuses The Accountable Leader’s Guide to Change BOOKS Non-Negotiable No More Excuses Making Accountable Decisions PAST CLIENTS Harvard Law Association for Financial Professionals Jefferson County Growth & Development Association First National Bank Society for Human Resources Association Executive Women International National Management Association American Trucking Association Pfizer Inc Certified Contractors Network Prudential Insurance Company NY Office of the State Comptroller Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International

  • Scott Burrows

    Top Inspirational Speaker, Bestselling Author, Wheelchair Athlete & Successful Entrepreneur Scott Burrows Top Inspirational Speaker, Bestselling Author, Wheelchair Athlete & Successful Entrepreneur Scott Burrows is a top inspirational speaker and bestselling author who is a living testament to the power of perseverance, determination, and adaptability in the face of adversity. His unwavering belief in our ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges has touched countless lives and continues to inspire transformation on a global scale. An accomplished athlete who excelled in both football and martial arts, Scott was just 19-years-old when his life took a tragic turn. Paralyzed from the chest down after a devastating car accident, doctors diagnosed him with quadriplegia and told him he would spend the rest of his life confined to a wheelchair. Despite this, Scott became relentless in pursuit of his goal to stand again. Drawing on his athletic background and a profound desire to overcome, he found a way to rebuild his life and defy the odds. To help him navigate his challenges, he focused on three foundational principles: Vision, Mindset, and Grit. Along the way, he proved that no circumstances can ever destroy the power of the human spirit. Today, Scott uses his personal journey to inspire audiences all over the world to take charge when presented with unexpected obstacles. A captivating storyteller, he shares actionable strategies to help audiences embrace change, build resilience, and push past their perceived limitations to achieve remarkable success. In a world where setbacks are inevitable, Scott stands as an embodiment of the possibilities that emerge when we choose to reshape our perspectives. His bestselling book, Vision Mindset Grit, chronicles his unforgettable journey and serves as a reminder of the incredible strength that resides within us all. With determination, adaptability, and a positive mindset, we CAN stand up to any challenge. TOPICS VISION-MINDSET-GRIT: Success Strategies to Help You Stand Up to Any Challenge Develop an Unstoppable Mindset: Success Strategies for Safety Teams & Supervisors VISION MINDSET GRIT: Success Strategies for Insurance & Financial Services Professionals Rising to the Challenge: Keeping Healthcare Teams Cohesive & Motivated VISION-MINDSET-GRIT: Success Strategies to Help Your Sales Team Stand Up to Any Challenge DIVERSITY MATTERS: Inclusion Strategies for the Changing Workforce BOOKS Vision-Mindset-Grit PAST CLIENTS GE Healthcare Two Men and a Truck Target John Hancock Tennessee Healthcare Association Citigroup PepsiCo National Lubricating Grease Institute Embridge Pipeline US Food Conklin Companies Financial and Insurance Conference Planners Association of Financial Technologies Oracle Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation Novartis Alabama Bankers Association Adecco Charter Schools USA

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