American economist, lawyer, and corporate leader Roger W. Ferguson Jr. was born in Washington, D.C., on October 28, 1951. He has made major contributions to both the public and commercial sectors. His selection to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in 1997, where he served until 2006, marked the beginning of Ferguson's successful career. He made history by becoming the first... read full bio
Roger Crawford became the first and only athlete with four impaired limbs to compete in an NCAA Division One college sport, and to be certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association. As a professional speaker, Roger was awarded the distinguished CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame designation. And, for achieving outstanding success regardless of the barriers, Roger was inducted into... read full bio
The Men In Blazers Media Network, founded by Roger Bennett, has grown to become one of the most popular football media outlets in the world. Rog hosts a ton of podcasts that cover various men's and women's leagues. Men In Blazers, his television program, airs on NBC's Peacock. He co-created the No. 1 podcast series American Fiasco with WNYC Studios... read full bio
Former CNN sportscaster Roger Cawthon and award-winning author and photographer Kathy Cawthon are co-founders of The Cancer Crusade, an organization dedicated to fighting cancer with hope and humor. Through this organization, they provide encouragement and support to cancer survivors, their family members and friends, and the medical professionals who care for them by offering a comprehensive series of uplifting programs... read full bio
Born in 1972, Rogan Gregory's artistic expressions are a reflection of his enduring fascination with abstract shapes, geology, ecology, evolution, biology, and the effects of human activity on the environment. Gregory creates repeatedly, mimicking the cyclical processes of life growth, and is inspired by the manner in which components and the passage of time alter our world. In order to attain... read full bio
Rodolfo Gonzalez Gatica is an entrepreneur, writer, and executive and international consultant. Through his work, Gatica consults his clients on how to have a specific and realistic vision for their businesses, how to support their company’s talents, and how to manage changes so it works in the companies favor. Gatica is specifically an expert on human resources, change management, and... read full bio
Legendary Rodney Mullen is widely known as The Godfather of Skateboarding. His skating videos have accumulated over 50 million views, and millions have also seen his TED talks. He is recognized for inventing some of the most popular skateboarding tricks, such as the flatground ollie, kick flip, heelflip, impossible, and 360-flip, among countless others. Mullen holds a background in science... read full bio
Roderick Sewell is a Paralympic athlete and swimmer who has represented Team USA. Sewell was born missing his tibia in both of his legs and had to get them both amputated above the knee before he was 2 years old. A year after his surgery Sewell got his first pair of prosthetic legs. Sewell’s mother had to quit her job... read full bio
Roddy Jones is an ESPN and ACC Network college football studio and in-game analyst. Jones was a recurring sideline reporter for ESPN's college football coverage throughout the seasons. After two years of covering ACC football for Raycom, Jones joined ESPN. Jones started for Georgia Tech for four seasons and led the team his senior year. As a quick slotback, he played a significant... read full bio
Rod Rosenstein is an American attorney who has previously served as United States Deputy Attorney General under President Trump. Prior to his appointment, Rosenstein served as the United States Attorney for the District of Maryland where he became the nation’s longest-serving U.S. Attorney. Rosenstein graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania where he graduated summa cum laude... read full bio
Rod Beckstrom is an entrepreneur and catalyst, who has successfully created new businesses and changed established ones through his creative ideas, powerful concepts and passion. He co-authored the bestselling book The Starfish and the Spider: The Unstoppable Power of Leaderless Organizations, which presents a new model for analyzing organizations, leadership styles and competitive strategy. Rod co-founded CATS Software Inc. during... read full bio
Rocky Bleier's life story--a gripping tale of courage on both the football fields of America and the battle fields of Vietnam--has held audiences in rapt attention for years. Yet the motivational message behind it, detailing how ordinary people can become extraordinary achievers, defines success in the new American century. With the same optimism, sense of humor and steadfast determination that... read full bio
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, a renowned expert who explores the opportunities and difficulties of what it means for leaders, organizations, and the global community to protect public health, was the former director of the CDC. In addition to serving as the ninth administrator of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the 19th director of the CDC, Dr. Walensky... read full bio
Foodies across the country are embracing chef Rocco DiSpirito as one of the brightest stars of his generation, and his hard work and dedication have earned him a reputation as a highly talented chef who delights the public and restaurant critics alike. Named Food & Wine's “Best New Chef, “ nominated for a James Beard Foundation Award, recipient of a... read full bio
Widely lauded as Foods Erin Brockovich, Robyn OBrien is a pioneer in the health and wellness industry. Robyns widely praised bestselling book is titled The Unhealthy Truth: How Our Food Is Making Us Sick and What We Can Do About It. Her TEDx talks, in which she shares her knowledge as a food expert, have gained millions of views internationally... read full bio
Robyn Jackson has a strong desire to improve educational institutions. She has assisted thousands of K–12 educators and administrators in gaining the clarity and self-assurance necessary to transform their classrooms and schools into success stories in her role as CEO of Mindsteps Inc. Jackson helps teachers and administrators create demanding educational programs that give students the encouragement and support they need... read full bio
Robyn Hatcher is an award-winning actor, thought leader, author, communication specialist, and compelling keynote speaker. Robyn changes the culture of companies in the financial services sector and beyond, as well as the careers of corporate executives. She inspires through her more than 15 years of expertise in the entertainment sector and her training as a licensed practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.... read full bio
As the founder and CEO of HER, a groundbreaking social and dating app for LGBTQ+ women, and as the inspiration behind the London Queer Fashion Show, Robyn Exton is a vibrant and trailblazing businesswoman. Robyn has had a tremendous impact on the IT and fashion industries with her unshakable dedication to strengthening LGBTQ+ communities, and she has emerged as a... read full bio
The very definition of a multitalented and inspirational person, Robyn Benincasa excels in a variety of professions that highlight her tenacity and drive. She has accomplished incredible exploits that have left a lasting impression on the globe as a full-time firefighter, corporate sales specialist, motivational speaker, CNN Hero, globe Champion Eco-Challenge adventure racer, world-record holder, and Ironman triathlete. Despite confronting difficulties... read full bio
As a World Champion Eco-Challenge adventure racer, New York Times bestselling author, founder and CEO of the Project Athena Foundation (Survivors to Athletes!), three-time Guinness World Record distance paddler, proud owner of two metal bionic hips, ten-time Ironman triathlete, full-time San Diego firefighter, and award-winning motivational speaker, Robyn Benincasa definitely knows a thing or two about creating Human Synergy -or... read full bio
