It all began when 14-year-old Hannah Salwen, who was idealistic but also worried by her growing sense of injustice in the world, saw a homeless man in her neighborhood next to a shiny Mercedes coupe and had an epiphany. This stark discrepancy prompted the four-member Salwen family to finally just do something, as Hannah had urged them to do, along... read full bio
Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author Curtis Morley is also a five-time entrepreneur, educator, thought leader, coach, mentor, and patent holder. With his book The Entrepreneur's Paradox, he is both a #1 Amazon New Release Best Seller and a Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author. Curtis has established businesses with 20x growth and gained clientele that include 96 of the Fortune... read full bio
Judy Rankin is a professional golfer and broadcaster from the United States. She entered the LPGA Tour in 1962 at the age of 17, and she went on to win 26 events. She is a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Rankin was the lead analyst for the Golf Channel's LPGA Tour telecasts. She had previously worked for ESPN... read full bio
As a devoted husband, father, pastor, author, and evangelist, Keenan Clark has dedicated his life to spreading the unwavering word of the gospel. Keenan's son, August, and wife, Beth, are his favorite travel companions. Keenan's affection for the local church stems from the fact that he has been a PK since day one. For 15 years, he devotedly worked at... read full bio
Chef Ron Duprat is well recognized for being one of the top contestants on "Top Chef" on Bravo TV, on Food Network, Iron Chef America, Bar Rescue, and defeating Bobby Flay. Duprat astounded judges with its unusual flavors during that season's competition in Las Vegas by fusing French accents with rich Caribbean heritage ingredients. Duprat appeared on the View, The Today Show,... read full bio
As a reviewer, media commentator, and guest host, Eric Deggans is NPR's first full-time TV critic. He joined NPR from the Tampa Bay Times newspaper in Florida, where he worked for almost 20 years as a TV/Media Critic and in other capacities. In addition to being a member of the Poynter Institute for Media Studies' National Advisory Board, he teaches... read full bio
Jesh is a founder and anthropologist who focuses on the creation and transmission of data by human bodies. When he was younger, Jesh created a method that allowed photographers to capture real emotion in the subjects of their shots. He became one of the most famous photographers of his generation as a result of the global movement his photography inspired, which... read full bio
An authority on male eating disorders, Brian Cuban is the author of the best-selling book, Shattered Image: My Triumph Over Body Dysmorphic Disorder. It chronicles his first-hand experiences living with, and recovering from, twenty-seven years of eating disorders, alcoholism, drug addiction and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).Cuban has appeared on prestigious talks shows such as the Katie Couric Show as well... read full bio
Combining the strength of western psychology, yogic philosophy, and ancient Jewish wisdom, Erin Rachel Doppelt is a well-known spiritual psychologist and meditation instructor. Erin, who holds a Master's degree in Psychology and Education from Teachers College at Columbia University, has devoted her life to helping people become their most genuine, healthy versions of themselves. Having studied with leading gurus and yogic... read full bio
After graduating from Duke University and stints in journalism and odd jobs, Michael, a devoted amateur cook since fourth grade, proposed to the Culinary Institute of America, the oldest and most influential professional cooking school in the country, that he be allowed into its kitchen classrooms in order to write a narrative of how the school trains professional chefs. The... read full bio
With more than two decades of law enforcement experience in the Chicago region, Scott Tillema is a retired SWAT hostage negotiator who received training from Harvard University and the FBI. As a corporate trainer and professional speaker, Scott committed his career to helping others in a novel way. Scott, a founding partner of The Negotiations Collective, now gives talks on how... read full bio
A columnist, commentator, and author of six books, including On Finding, Andreas Ekström is a staff writer at Sydsvenskan, a daily morning paper in Malmö, Sweden. He is passionate about educating people about digital equality and envisions a world where wealth is shared not only in material terms but also in knowledge and power. Ekström frequently gives lectures and seminars... read full bio
Lisa has been in the business for more than 30 years, and her mastery of managing top speakers has regularly raised corporate events to standing ovations. In order to ensure that speakers and performers are giving their audiences only breathtaking experiences, she works closely with them to refine what they have to offer. She thinks clients can educate and entertain by bringing... read full bio
Behind the Lens is a captivating live show, where photographers share their stories and photos with audiences nationwide. The show sold-out its first tour, exhibiting to cheering crowds and standing ovations. Behind The Lens brings the visual aspect to music. It features live presentations of still and moving pictures, along with stories told by each photographer.... read full bio
Jim Thomas is a Washington, D.C. attorney, author, speaker, trainer, and one of the most acclaimed and respected negotiators in the United States. For the past 30 years, Mr. Thomas' law practice has focused exclusively on negotiating. His negotiating experience encompasses domestic and international business transactions, arms control, the environment, trade and diplomacy, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, labor relations, criminal and family issues, and a... read full bio
Wes Schaeffer is an obsessively pragmatic mentor and the founder of The Sales Whisperer®. He has helped over 2,400 of the world's top speakers, authors, coaches, and sales professionals achieve nearly miraculous growth by implementing his repeatable, transferrable, and proven processes, which have been developed, honed, and refined since 1988. Wes combines Southern common sense with his formal training and... read full bio
MEETING YOUR CHALLENGES As a motivational speaker, drawing from his experiences as a POW for over five years, Captain Dave Carey brings to his audiences a positive and up-beat message about being your best-doing your best. Dave reminds us of the power stored within each of us that adversity can help unlock. He relates to his audience in a down-to-earth yet... read full bio
Bryce Austin is a technology executive, keynote presenter, and best-selling author. He started his career working on a Commodore 64 computer and working with a cassette tape drive, which started his love in technology. Since his early work, Austin now is a leading voice on technology and cybersecurity and CEO of TCE Strategy. He has a CISM cerification and is... read full bio
Debbie Allen is recognized as one of the most accomplished professional women speakers all over the world because to the fact that she has earned the title of CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) from both the National Speakers Association and the International Speakers Federation. She has 23 years of experience as a professional business speaker and has given presentations in front... read full bio
Dethra U. Giles is a well-known keynote speaker, best-selling author and consultant on a global scale. ExecuPrep, a global company that offers coaching, leadership development and performance enhancement at work, was founded by her as well. The Happily Ever Employed podcast is hosted by Dethra. She has worked with thousands of leaders across a variety of industries, with hundreds of clients. Dethra has dedicated... read full bio
