Andrew Basso is an Italian illusionist who is best known for touring with the show “The Illusionists”. Also known as The Escapologist, Basso is known for his escape routines which include escaping from a water torture cell and escaping from a torture chair. He has been the first man in history to present Houdini’s signature water escape in full view.... read full bio
Radhika Dirks is a physicist and entrepreneur. Passionate about science-fiction and technology, Dirks brings to life unconventional technologies of computing and artificial intelligence. Currently, Dirks is the CEO at XLabs, which focuses on computing and AI. Dirks’ background is diverse, she is educated in quantum computing and nanotechnologies and an expert in business. Frequently, Dirks advises corporate groups and technology... read full bio
Minnijean Brown-Trickey was an essential player in desegregating public schools. She was a member of the Little Rock Nine, a group that changed the narrative of civil rights. Brown-Trickey was awarded the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal, the Wolf Award, the Spingarn Medal, and more. She has served in key counterparts of the government, specifically during the Clinton administration as the... read full bio
Molly Crabapple is, first and foremost, an artist. Her work is known for setting a new standard of storytelling and journalism—she is an award-winning animator that created live-illustrated explainer journalism. Crabapple has worked with people such as Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, Jay Z, and The ACLU. Her art has been displayed in incredible venues like the Museum of Modern Art and... read full bio
Raj Chetty is an economy and big data expert. As the William A. Ackman Professor of Economics at Harvard University, Chetty shares his expertise with students of all kinds regularly. Through other ventures, like the directing of Opportunity Insights, Chetty utilizes big data to assist in developing strategies for success in disadvantaged groups. Chetty’s work connects to policy, education, media,... read full bio
Bob Sheets is a magician who has won first place at London’s Ron MacMillan World Close-Up Magic Contest. He has performed all over the world and lectures as well. He’s been featured in countries such as Sweden, England, Denmark, Italy, India, Australia, and Switzerland. He started his magic career as the protégé of Heba Haba Al at the Pickle Barrel... read full bio
David Regal is an author, television writer, and a magician. He started his career as a comedian and member of Chicago City Limits. Since then, he has moved to Los Angeles where he has been a writer for television series such as “Aaahh!!! Real Monsters”, “Downtown”, “Dharma & Greg”, “As Told by Ginger”, “Rocket Power”, “The Wild Thornberrys”, “According to... read full bio
Kerry Pollock is a magician, comedian, designer, and inventor. He puts together a comedy magic show and puts on the comedy magic cabaret at Hilton Head Islands. He’s also known for his comedy game show ‘Bonk!’. He has been a headliner for casinos and cabarets for numerous years and has been a regular performer at the world famous Magic Castle... read full bio
Danny Orleans is an American magician who is a top trade-show and corporate performer. With his partner, Jan Rose, the duo have performed at over 1000 tradeshows, meetings and events over the years in North America and Europe. Companies that Orleans have presented for include United, Vanguard, HP, Honeywell, Imagine, WhereScape, Mobil, American Express, ExxonMobil, and many more. Orleans graduating... read full bio
Patrick Martin is a magician who is known for entertaining at conference and for some of the world’s most popular corporations. Some of the companies that Martin has worked for over the years include Tesla, Microsoft, HP, Coca-Cola, Disney, Bank of America, AT&T, IBM, Chevron, McDonald’s, Google, Levi’s, NASA, and more. He has been seen in television specials all over... read full bio
Daniel Martin is a magician who fuses together sleight-of-hand, sleight-of-mind and sleight-of-mouth. He has been winner of numerous awards including Entertainer of the Year, Best Reviewed Artist, Best Performer, and more. Martin has been the host of the travel show “Tricks and Travels”. He has been featured on networks such as BBC, NBC, CBS and Netflix. He has even been... read full bio
Mike Caveney is an American magician, author, and illusionist who is a life-member of the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, and a member of The Magic Circle of London. Caveney has previously earned the title of Stage Magician of the Year by the Magic Castle. He’s also earned the Literary Fellowship Award by the Academy of Magical Arts.... read full bio
Tina Lenert is an American magician, mime and harpist. She has been known for being a regular performer at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, where she has previously earned the title of Stage Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts. She’s also earned a Siegfried and Roy Bronze Lion Award. After graduating from high... read full bio
Dennis Kyriakos is a magician who performs at conferences, meetings, gala, trade shows, banquets, and more. Some of Kyriako’s clients have included Google, Apple, Facebook, Goldman Sachs, Toyota, Prudential, and more. He has been a performer and host of Monday Night Magic and Magical Nights. Kyriakos has been featured as Best of the Industry by Silicon Valley National Association for... read full bio
Rick Gerber is a magician who has previously been the youngest performer at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California when he was only 10 years old. He went on to be the youngest headliner aboard the Princess Cruises when he was only 18 years old. Gerber has gone on to be a corporate entertainer and a tradeshow magician... read full bio
John Ferrentino is a stand-up comic magician. He was born and raised in Long Island and is well known in the area for his performances. Growing up, Ferrentino spent most of his time in his local magic shops and he started performing magic when he was 7 after his grandfather gifted him with a magic kit. He later started working... read full bio
Steve Valentine is an actor, writer, producer, magician and speaker. He is best known on television for playing Nigel Townsend on the television series “Crossing Jordan” and for playing Derek Jupiter on the television series “I’m In the Band”. Valentine’s other television credits include “Nikki”, “Boston Legal”, “Anger Management”, “Hot in Cleveland”, “Turbo FAST”, “Mike & Molly”, “Jake and the... read full bio
Simon Coronel is a speaker, consultant, and illusionist. He was born in Australia but currently resides in Los Angeles, California. As a performer, Coronel has won two awards at the FISM World Championships of Magic and Illusion and has won a Fool Us Trophy from the television series “Penn & Teller April Fool Us Special”. Coronel is a regular performer... read full bio
Andrew Goldenhersh is a magician who is best known for performing at Mystique Dining. He has performed all over the world and has been an honoree at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. He has earned the awards of Parlour Magician of the Year at the Academy of Magical Arts and has also been nominated for both Close-Up... read full bio
Bonnie Brooks is a notable name in Canadian business. She is the former CEO of International Retail Specialty Fashion and Department Stores. Brooks has worked with international brands, including the Dickson Group Asia and HBC North America. In addition to her business management, Brooks was the president of Canadian Advertising Agency and was Editor-in-Chief of Canadian National Magazine. In her... read full bio
