A pioneer in the music industry, Sean Healy established Sean Healy Presents (Webookbands.com) more than 25 years ago, growing it into one of the top independent concert promoters. He began his career in acting in Los Angeles before switching to booking bands, where he shown his ability for supporting unsigned acts and built a successful company. He organized more than... read full bio
Gil Hanse, one of the most renowned golf course designers in the world, is responsible for the Black Course at Streamsong Resort, Pinehurst's #4, and The Olympic Golf Course for the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Hanse is renowned for his meticulous and environmentally conscious approach to course design. Hanse has made a commitment to restricting his initiatives ever... read full bio
Daniel Tarullo is an American economist and former member of the Board of Governers of the United States Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Open Market Committee. Mr. Tarullo also served as the chairman of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council. During his time in policy, Mr. Tarullo focused on the developments in labor markets and on the relationships between... read full bio
Despite having severe dyslexia and dropping out of school at the age of 15, Jo Malone's fierce inventiveness remained unabated. She started blending bath oils in her kitchen while working as a beauty therapist in her London apartment and her home-made goods quickly became popular with her clientele. Jo continued to build and refine her brand as she progressed from plastic jugs... read full bio
Pakistan's Lahore is home to Nazim Khan, better known as James Caan. He went to London's Brick Lane with his family when he was two years old, when his father opened a leather jacket manufacturing business. Caan made the decision not to accept this post, even though his family had intended him to take over this firm after graduating from... read full bio
Speaking, Duncan Bannatyne adopts an open and sincere manner. His career has been interesting and others who want to start their own firms might find inspiration in his experiences. Even though he doesn't hold back while speaking his thoughts, his humor and genuine warmth come through. In addition to being a well-known star of the BBC TV show Dragons Den, he is... read full bio
Pogacnik's perspective prompted him to investigate the impact of foundational principles of art on the growth of society as a result of his active participation in the artistic, commercial and political arenas as well as academia and civil society. His practical perspective is that in order to attract and "compose" art forces to bring many social domains together, elevated resonance platforms... read full bio
The Chair of Stuckey's, the roadside haven known for its pecan log rolls, is Stephanie Stuckey. W.S. Stuckey, Sr., Stephanie's grandpa, started the business in 1937 as a pecan stand in Eastman, Georgia, and it has since expanded to over 350 locations nationwide. The business was sold in 1964, but it is currently being reowned and is reviving. Under Stephanie's direction,... read full bio
Leila Hormozi works as an operator, investor, and business owner. Without obtaining outside funding, Leila co-founded and grew three businesses to a combined sales total of over $120 million in four distinct industries: software, services, e-commerce, and brick and mortar. Afterwards, Leila rose to the position of board member in each of her businesses, which gave her the opportunity to co-found... read full bio
The CEO and founder of Performance Paradigm, a human capital and executive education consultancy, is Reggie Butler. A former adjunct professor, inclusiveness advocate, and learning architect with a proven track record of creating dynamic, inspiring experiences that foster individual and group growth. He has numerous clients in a variety of industries, including tech, consumer goods, non-profits, financial services, and professional services.... read full bio
Heather's journey from award-winning industrial designer to internationally renowned futurist has been motivated by an unwavering belief that people can overcome any obstacle. She's created ground-breaking technologies that have received widespread acclaim, transformed higher education by developing an award-winning curriculum, and now leads Fortune 500 executives through periods of profound change, assisting businesses in adapting to the speed of opportunity.... read full bio
One of the top futurist consulting organizations in the world, The Future Hunters, is led by Edie Weiner as its president and chief executive officer. In the fields of marketing, product development, investment, strategic planning, human resources, and public relations, she has assisted more than 400 customers in spotting opportunities. The Fortune 500 and national governments have been among the... read full bio
Rupal is executive vice president of Ariel Investments, a Chicago, Illinois-based money management company with offices in Sydney and New York. The company provides defined contribution plans, six no-load mutual funds for ordinary investors, and individually managed accounts for high net worth individuals and institutions. She leads Ariel's global equities research team in New York and serves as chief investment... read full bio
A multi-award-winning businesswoman, Bisila Bokoko is a speaker on global leadership, author of We All Have a Story to Tell (Todos Tenemos Una Historia Que Contar), and host of BBknowsBest. Born and raised in Spain, with equatorial Guinean ancestry, she was named a United Nations "Citizen of the World" and currently resides in New York. BB has been an inspiration... read full bio
At the intersection of risk management, leadership, and geoeconomics, Murati not only analyzes the world but also rewrites how leaders overcome it. As the founder and CEO of Pareto Economics, he helps investors make better capital allocation decisions, gives business strategy leaders the courage to make difficult decisions, and assists governments in changing the course of their nations through more... read full bio
Maureen Kelly is the CEO and founder of Tarte Cosmetics, a prominent, multi-million dollar beauty brand that is popular in over 60 countries. After getting her PhD in clinical psychology, Ms. Kelly changed her career path to follow her actual passion: making a line of cruelty-free goods with high-quality natural ingredients and stylish packaging. She changed the cosmetic industry with... read full bio
Sima Sistani has been building new platforms for people to engage with each other for more than 20 years. Sima has created, run, and grown businesses from small startups to big firms with operations around the world. She was most recently the CEO of WeightWatchers, where she planned and directed the company's successful change from a failing retail business to... read full bio
Mary N. Dillon is a well-known businessperson who has worked for some of the most well-known firms in the United States for decades. She was the President and CEO of Foot Locker and then the President and CEO of Ulta before becoming the Chair. Dillon said that Ulta will be expanding its business abroad while she was there. The... read full bio
Lily Kanter is an enterprising entrepreneur, a mindful business leader, and an influential advocate at the convergence of significance, purpose, and commercial achievement. Lily, as the co-founder of Serena & Lily, the renowned lifestyle and home brand celebrated for its contemporary interpretation of American coastal design, has established a career characterized by originality, integrity, and audacious reinvention. Prior to establishing her... read full bio
Before turning 35, serial entrepreneur Michele Romanow founded six businesses. Michele is a co-founder of Clearco (previously Clearbanc) and a "Dragon" on CBC's popular show Dragons' Den (Canada's Shark Tank). Clearco is the largest e-commerce investor in the world, having invested over $5 billion in over 10,000 businesses. She previously co-founded Buytopia.ca, which bought 10 rivals, including Shop.ca and WagJag,... read full bio
