It's difficult to describe the sound of Ben Clarke and Jesse Morath's dance production company, X CLUB. Thanks to their genuine and varied approach to dance music with careful attention to underlying groove, X CLUB. has established a niche all their own, drawing inspiration from early 1990s techno to forward-thinking drum'n'bass. In addition to their own label, HIDE THE JUNK, X... read full bio
Tamsen Fadal is a menopausal advocate, documentary filmmaker, and journalist who has won an Emmy. The M Factor, Shredding the Silence on Menopause, a PBS documentary that is the first of its kind to address the underappreciated menopause crisis, challenge medical and societal inadequacies, and promote a revolutionary approach to women's health, was created, produced, and executive produced by Tamsen.... read full bio
Chris Duffy is a radio and podcast host, comedian, and television writer. Chris is presently hosting the second season of the popular TED podcast, How to Be a Better Human. Duffy is a fervent supporter of mental health and the value of interpersonal relationships in our life. He emphasizes the sometimes-overlooked effects of fleeting encounters on our wellbeing in his work,... read full bio
Brett Crozier, a former Navy combat fighter pilot and current top corporate and nonprofit leader, has extensive knowledge of operational risk management, military culture, and how to lead large, diverse, and high-risk companies. When COVID-19 spread like wildfire throughout the USS Theodore Roosevelt, the most prestigious nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in the US fleet, Crozier was also its commanding officer. As a... read full bio
A visionary leader committed to promoting financial opportunity for everyone is Thasunda Brown Duckett. She serves as the president and CEO of TIAA, a prominent provider of outcome-focused investing solutions and safe retirement plans to thousands of institutions and millions of individuals. Duckett's illustrious career is defined by her unwavering dedication to empowering communities and increasing access to financial resources.... read full bio
Kate Bowler, PhD, is a professor of American Religious History at Duke University, the host of the acclaimed Everything Happens podcast, and a four-time New York Times bestselling author. She is also the epitome of humanity. After several years of being told her disease was incurable, she was certified cancer-free. However, Kate's life cannot be returned to its previous state.... read full bio
Dr. Luana has become a formidable presence on the international speaking circuit thanks to her dynamic combination of scholarly depth and personal charm. She is renowned for her enthralling presence and compelling storytelling, which skillfully combines the elements of her professional experience and personal journey to motivate her listeners to change. Dr. Luana's message gains authenticity and depth from her personal... read full bio
Well-established in his post-playing career, Allan Houston is in his tenth season in the Knicks front office. He has been the general manager of the Westchester Knicks from the team's founding and is currently in charge of all operations for the G League franchise in New York. After serving as the president's assistant and later as assistant general manager, he... read full bio
The grind band Full of Hell was founded and is centered in central Pennsylvania and Ocean City, Maryland. Although Full of Hell has released a few albums with just power electronics, their sound is a combination of noise, sludge metal, and grindcore/metalcore from the 1990s. They also use industrial and power electronics, which are typically woven throughout their unrelenting grinding... read full bio
In addition to having a bit of obsessive-compulsive disorder and a lot of rage, Pamela Rae Schuller was once diagnosed with the most severe case of Tourette syndrome in the nation. She wished away her distinctions as she struggled with suicide thoughts and descended into deep melancholy. After undergoing a metamorphosis, Pamela started to reinterpret her life and use her... read full bio
Jason Scheff has been the vocalist and bassist for the seasoned pop-rock group Chicago since 1985. Jerry Scheff, a famous session bassist who toured with Elvis Presley for a number of years, is his father. As a member of the rock group Keane, based in Los Angeles, Scheff began his professional musical career in 1982. When Peter Cetera resigned to pursue... read full bio
Matthew Friend is an old soul inhabiting the body of an impressionist, comic, and actor. As of right now, Matthew has more than two million followers on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Snap. He has made appearances on NBC's New York Live TV, Jimmy Kimmel Live, the Today Show, the Howard Stern Show, Good Day LA, Good Day NY, Good... read full bio
Chinese-Canadian indie musician Yung Kai is based in Vancouver and makes music that draws inspiration from musicians like Laufey, Keshi, and Wave to Earth. Creating music in his personal studio, Kai became well-known after his song "blue" rose to the #2 spot on the Spotify Global Viral Chart and then to the Top Global Chart. He has established himself as a... read full bio
Despite being born and raised in Australia, independent songwriter Hazlett has clearly flourished in Sweden in recent years. The unforeseen concoction of events that led him to abandon maturity and travel to the opposite side of the world included an old acquaintance, a major breakup, and three nights a week of Oasis' "Wonderwall" being played in pubs. After spending time with... read full bio
Jordan Zimmerman founded and serves as chairman of Zimmerman Advertising, one of the biggest advertising firms globally, with over $4 billion in annual revenue. His modest beginnings began with a small office in a strip mall with a few staff members. Today, he has thousands of people working at his iconic 135,000-square-foot headquarters in South Florida and regional offices across... read full bio
As the President and Founder of Utility Strategic Advisors, Johnny DeStefano guides a wide range of customers through Washington's growing complexity. Over the past 20 years, DeStefano has been at the forefront of every major change in Washington, and he is respected for his ability to "gravitate towards the unmanageable and unwinnable – and managing to win." As one of President Trump's... read full bio
William Kamkwamba's journey goes well beyond his incredible windmill and is a monument to human potential. In addition to being an entrepreneur and TED Fellow, this self-taught inventor and Dartmouth College alumnus has worked with the WiderNet Project and design powerhouse IDEO.org. As a seasoned farmer and fervent supporter of human-centered design, William has provided consulting services for projects involving... read full bio
With sold-out performances and millions of streams worldwide, British singer-songwriter Roo Panes has cultivated an incredibly impressive career on his own terms. This has allowed him to create the remarkable body of work that culminates with his stunning fourth album, "The Summer Isles." His catchy and narrative songs have appeared in television series like This is Us, Virgin River, Grey's... read full bio
In England, Ruzwana Bashir was raised in a tight-knit, traditional Pakistani immigrant community. She didn't know any ladies who went on to further their education or get employment, and her father worked as a fruit vendor. Bashir, however, continued to win. She was accepted to Oxford University, where she was elected president of the esteemed debating society. A Fulbright scholar,... read full bio
Mae Stephens is a British singer-songwriter who became well-known throughout the world when her breakthrough single, "If We Ever Broke Up," made her one of pop's most promising new artists. Mae was already perfecting her craft before her lively, funk-infused alt-pop songs received international praise. She drew inspiration from a traditional singer-songwriter's palette that placed an emphasis on using rich,... read full bio
