As a junior at Penn State, Zion is already managing the baseball team on the field while pursuing her own career goals. She is as at ease in the everyday routine of a college program as she is at first base, and in 2022, she was ranked in USA Baseball's Top 40.... read full bio
Before truly dedicating herself to the diamond at the age of 13, when she made AAA and played with other females for the first time, Ziebart spent her childhood alternating between baseball and figure skating. Since then, she has competed for Saskatchewan in nine national championships, won Defensive Player of the Tournament at 19U, and made it into Canada's top... read full bio
Zettlemoyer provides New York with a young catcher who has played baseball for years in the tough climate of Southern California. At a premium defensive position, she has long-term potential and depth behind the plate.... read full bio
Yamamoto's tale is one of perseverance in a setting where women's baseball wasn't always accepted. Her father supported her in choosing baseball over more conventional softball routes, and she persevered in playing until she was accepted as a founding member of the Hanshin Tigers Women. Among her greatest accomplishments are winning a national club championship and playing at the historic... read full bio
With a gold medal on her resume, Womack is an uncommon late-round selection. She played for the 2019 Pan Am Games gold medal team, has been a member of the USA women's baseball system since 2014, and currently works as an official scorer for the San Diego Padres. She is a high school coach and teacher, and her name is... 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
Danny Polishchuk is an actor, comedian, writer, filmmaker, and social media influencer who lives in Toronto. He is known for his funny videos that go viral and for hosting the YouTube call-in shows Low Value Mail and The Bath House. He is also a co-host of The Boyscast alongside Ryan Long. Polishchuk has done stand-up at clubs and festivals all... read full bio
Gary Locke is an American politician and diplomat who is currently the Interim President of Bellevue College and is the former 10th United States Ambassador to China under President Barack Obama. Locke was born in Seattle, Washington, and he was a third-generation Chinese American who is the son of James Locke, a former staff sergeant. Locke went on earn his... read full bio
Ray LaHood is an American politician who has most previously served as the 16th United States Secretary of Transportation under President Barack Obama. LaHood was born in Peoria, Illinois, and he began has earned his B.S. in education and sociology from Bradley University. After earning his degree, LaHood went on to begin teaching before working as the director of 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
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is a dynamic homage honoring the music of the iconic Aretha Franklin. This concert experience guides listeners through themes of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Featuring a live band and exceptional vocalists, join us for an evening of music by one of the most illustrious performers in history. The concert showcases all your favorite tunes in a single evening, including... read full bio
This live performance is the sole genuine reinterpretation of the iconic Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman songbook, executed by distinguished former members of Meat's official band, The Neverland Express, who actualized his musical concepts in both studio recordings and live performances globally. The band is led by the exceptionally gifted Andrew Polec, who originated the part of Strat in Jim Steinman’s... read full bio
Chicago-based DJ/Producer Très Mortimer has excelled in the dance music industry since his affiliation with Diplo’s Mad Decent label. His successful tune 'BAMBU' has been included by prominent DJs globally and at festivals such as Burning Man. Since that time, he has performed alongside The Chainsmokers, CID, Chromeo, Dombresky, Nitti Gritti, Westend, Steve Aoki, Bryce Vine, and numerous other prominent... read full bio
Music serves as a medium for storytelling, with some of the most compelling narratives conveyed through ancient traditional folk tunes. In their latest album 'Northern Sky', The Wellermen have infused this rich traditional musical heritage with a novel sound, aiming to maintain the fascination of millions of global admirers. The Wellermen's four members provide their distinct experiences and viewpoints. Their... read full bio
Chlapecka, hailing from St. Charles, Illinois, was raised in the realm of musical theater and initially aspired to forge a career in that field, but finally opted against it. She then withdrew from college and, for a period, held three jobs to cover her rent. In 2021, Chlapeka commenced generating sufficient income from social media content creation to resign from... read full bio
Josh Linkner is on a mission to help the world unleash its creative mojo. The five-time successful tech entrepreneur and CEO/Managing Partner of a Detroit Venture firm delivers a clear call to action – it’s better to disrupt your organization before your competition does. The riskiest move companies can make today is hugging the status quo – believing the future... read full bio
Rachel Tipograph is the Founder and CEO of MikMak. MikMak is an eCommerce platform that uses social video as infomercials. The company has worked with clients such as, Campbell’s, L’Oreal, Levi’s, Estee Lauder, Mattel, Nestle, T-Mobile, Under Armour, and many more. Brands also use MikMak through platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Pinterest, YouTube, Amazon, and more. Tipograph has been... read full bio
John Foley is a legendary pilot with the Blue Angels, an elite Navy team that on its own has achieved legendary status, so to stand against titans like that is no small feat. He has the distinction of flying more than 500 miles per hour in impressive formations, just 18 inches away from the nearest jet. As of 2015, John... read full bio
Stephen Bruner, known in the music world by his stage name Thundercat, is a bass guitarist, singer, and producer who is known for being skilled in multiple instruments. Thundercats love for music started at an early age. The first instrument he mastered was the bass guitar, and he had released a song that became a hit in Germany while he... read full bio
