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
Trinity Queen is a fervent orator, evangelist, and motivator for God's Kingdom. She has already preached the gospel in hundreds of cities. Growing up in Waverly, Iowa, as a pastor's child, Trinity was aware early on that she was meant to preach and spread the gospel. She demonstrated her unshakeable dedication to sharing the love of Christ by setting a... read full bio
Courtney Smallbone is the type of friend that hosts a disco party just to celebrate life, eat, and dance. She writes about the evening she threw her friends and family a party with a '70s theme in Technicolor Woman. A fiery straight shooter, Courtney's debut book is full of hilarious anecdotes, truth bombs from real life, and lessons supported by... read full bio
Ginny and her spouse, Josh, live in Southeast Michigan and have five children under the age of twelve. Over the course of their parenting adventure, they have frequently observed city, county, and state parks, along with trails, campgrounds, and nature-scapes in general, almost entirely free of children. They began asking themselves the straightforward question, "Why" around five years ago.... read full bio
Helen Smallbone, the youngest of four children and the daughter of a Methodist minister, was raised in Australia. Her religion became true in her mid-teens when she gave her life to Christ at a Billy Graham Crusade in Sydney, despite having grown up in a church. Despite having training as an occupational therapist, Helen's top priorities were serving God and being... read full bio
At the age of eight, John performed stand-up comedy for the first time at a school talent event, and he has been entertaining crowds ever since. He has performed in front of over two million people more than 6,000 times and collaborated with Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy winners. He was the final comedian to perform on Huckabee and has been... read full bio
Joel Muddamalle is the director of theology and research for Proverbs 31 Ministries and has a Ph.D. in theology. Alongside certified counselor Jim Cress and Lysa TerKeurst, he co-hosts the Therapy & Theology podcast. Joel frequently speaks at conferences and events and is a member of the preaching staff at Transformation Church in Indian Land, South Carolina. "The Hidden Peace: Finding... 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
