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American Program Bureau's 2008-2009 speaker directory contains professional speakers on: Global / National, Media / Commentary, Business, Leadership & Management, Future Trends & Technology, Change, Innovation & Creativity, Marketing & Branding, Customer Service & Sales, Finance & Economic Issues, Environment, Corporate Responsibility & Ethics, Workplace & Workplace Issues, Teambuilding, Work / Life Balance, Celebrity / Entertainment, Culinary / Lifestyle, Health, Healthcare Experts & Policy, Aging, Fitness & Nutrition, Cancer, Heart & Stroke, Wellness & Balance Motivation / Inspiration Sports / Adventure Women’s Voices Diversity

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Speaking to the World

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speakers, entertainment & programs for your organization

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As one of the world’s leading speakers bureaus, APB offers you a powerful combination of experienced agents, creative programming targeted to your specific needs, an impressive roster of the best and the brightest exclusive speakers, and an unparalleled array of services that guarantee your event will be a great success.

From the moment you contact us, through the entire planning process, to the climactic closing seconds of your big day, we help you create a lasting impression that ultimately makes you look your best.

• Timely, fresh content that is updated regularly

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• Our most current, interactive catalogs that will help you explore the variety of markets we serve, and guide you in identifying what you may need for your programs

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For over 40 years, American Program Bureau (APB) has been a premier speakers bureau, always at the leading edge of innovative program ideas. Looking to the future, APB continues to develop its roster by establishing groundbreaking partnerships with industry leaders that include a revolutionary new generation of video and satellite teleconferencing, a publishing heavyweight, a global speakers network, and one of the world’s largest talent agencies.

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Global . National

Media . Commentary

BusinessLeadership & ManagementFuture Trends & TechnologyChangeInnovation & CreativityMarketing & BrandingCustomer Service & SalesFinance & Economic IssuesEnvironmentCorporate Responsibility & EthicsWorkplace & Workplace IssuesTeambuildingWork . Life Balance

Celebrity . Entertainment

Culinary . Lifestyle

HealthHealthcare Experts & PolicyAgingFitness & NutritionCancerHeart & StrokeWellness & Balance

Motivation . Inspiration

Sports . Adventure

Women’s Voices

Diversity

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Global. National.President Mikhail GorbachevOne of the 20th century’s most pivotal leaders, President Gorbachev ended the Cold War with his democratic reforms in the Soviet Union. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his extraordinary leadership, he remains one of the greatest leaders of our time, continuing to pave the way towards peace, freedom, and global democracy.

change | environment | global economy | human rights | leadership

Archbishop Desmond TutuA Nobel Peace Laureate, Archbishop Tutu served as South Africa’s voice of conscience during its long struggle against apartheid, soothing the spirits and rallying the hearts of his people with simple words of passion and dignity. As Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, he continues to speak for justice, peace, and reconciliation around the globe.

activist | africa | ethics & values | human rights | inspiration | religion | societal issues | spirituality

Dr. Gro Harlem BrundtlandFormer Prime Minister of Norway, Director-General of the World Health Organization, and Chair of the World Commission on Environment and Development, Dr. Brundtland addresses healthcare, economic sustainability, and environmental challenges worldwide. She now serves as UN Special Envoy on Climate Change, seeking ways to balance human enterprise and the planet’s limits.

aging | AIDS | environment | healthcare policy | leadership | nutrition | sustainability | reproductive rights

Muhammad YunusThe Nobel Peace Prize-winning founder of Grameen Bank, economist Yunus turned the rules of banking upside down, establishing the microcredit movement across the developing world. Working to fulfill his vision of eradicating world poverty, he continues to help the poorest of the poor and has written Creating a World without Poverty: Social Business and the Future of Capitalism.

activist | business finance | economic issues | global economy | societal issues

The Right Honorable Kim CampbellCanada’s first female Prime Minister, and co-founder of Club of Madrid, The Right Honorable Campbell is among the most celebrated world leaders. An expert on issues relating to international politics and conflict resolution, democratization, international trade, gender, and leadership, she is like no other former head of state.

global economy | healthcare policy | leadership | negotiation | technology | women

John ZogbyA fixture on network television, Zogby is America’s hottest, most accurate pollster. Yet, most of his work is in social and business trends, making him an in-demand corporate speaker and consultant. His latest book is The Way We’ll Be: The Zogby Report on the Transformation of the American Dream and the American Character.

future | politics | trends | national issues

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Global. National.Mira KamdarThe award-winning journalist and author of Planet India: The Turbulent Rise of the Largest Democracy and the Future of Our World, Kamdar offers insight on the white hot market of India as it transforms itself into an economic superpower. With perspectives grounded in research, she emphasizes the risks and rewards of tapping into the nation’s galloping economy.

author | asia . pacific rim . china

President Lech WalesaUsing his power of persuasion to promote peace and equality, Walesa led the Solidarity Labor Movement that brought down Poland’s Communist leadership. Honored with the Nobel Peace Prize, he became the first democratically elected President of Poland. He remains an influential global leader, offering perspective on the US and the new world economic order.

change | european union | global economy | human rights | leadership | russia . eastern europe

President Ellen Johnson-SirleafInternationally known as Africa’s “Iron Lady,” President of Liberia Johnson-Sirleaf became the first woman to lead an African nation. A Harvard educated former World Bank economist, she is a leading promoter of peace, justice, and democratic rule, working tirelessly to end the corruption that has plagued her country.

africa | corporate responsibility | diversity | leadership | women

Ralph NaderTime’s “One of the 100 Most Influential Americans of the 20th Century,” Nader has always advocated for healthcare, safety, the environment, education, and economic and social equality. As the world’s most renowned consumer advocate, he continues to offer wise solutions to many of America’s problems.

activist | consumer | corporate responsibility | economy | education | healthcare policy | politics

John KasichKnown as a proponent of personal responsibility, and as a fair and just leader, Kasich served as US Congressman for 18 years. He currently hosts The Heartland with John Kasich and appears on The O’Reilly Factor. As author of The New York Times bestseller Courage is Contagious, he examines the issues and people who made this nation great.

broadcast media | economic issues | ethics & values | leadership | national issues | politics

Mickey EdwardsA former member of Congress for 16 years and Chairman of the Republican Policy Committee, Edwards remains politically active advising organizations on how to exhibit political leadership and influence political policy from outside the elected office. Practicing what he preaches, he is now causing a stir among conservatives with his new book Reclaiming Conservatism.

leadership | politics

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Media. Commentary.Larry KingA captivating storyteller and keen commentator on life and history, King always fascinates audiences with his live and unscripted phone-in television talk show, Larry King Live. With his gift for finding humor and human interest in a spectrum of subjects, an evening with King is guaranteed to leave audiences feeling enlightened and thoroughly entertained.

broadcast media | heart disease | inspiration | national issues

Dan RatherOne of America’s most distinguished newsmen, Rather has covered all the major events and leaders throughout his storied career at CBS News, where he served as anchor of CBS Evening News, a 60 Minutes correspondent, and political analyst. Currently host of Dan Rather Reports on HDNet, he combines a breadth of knowledge with his characteristic folksy wit.

broadcast & digital media | national issues | politics

Juan WilliamsAuthor, Washington Post correspondent, NPR commentator, and Fox News Sunday panelist, Williams is a highly informed political pundit who puts the issues of the day into perspective. Connecting the rhetoric of political candidates to real people, he reveals how they affect the day to day lives of everyone.

author | diversity | ethics & values | healthcare policy | law | media | men’s health | national issues

Nicholas KristofPulitzer Prize-winning columnist for The New York Times, and best-selling co-author of China Wakes, Kristof is an extraordinary thinker, human rights advocate, and chronicler of humanity. As a seasoned journalist who has traveled the globe reporting on the people and issues that make up current affairs, he focuses on global health, poverty, and gender issues.

author | asia . pacific rim . china | human rights | national issues | print media | terrorism

Anderson CooperAs host of Anderson Cooper 360o on CNN, award-winning correspondent Cooper has brought integrity and in-depth analysis to breaking news. His intelligent reporting, whether in the wake of Katrina or from hotspots of the globe, continues to bolster his rising media stature and earn him respect among his peers and viewers.

broadcast media | cancer | national issues | politics

Carl BernsteinA Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Bernstein has chronicled the historical events and individuals of modern time. Honest, balanced, and insightful, he continues to keep his eye on current affairs and today’s issues. Always timely, he has crafted a stunning portrait of the enigmatic presidential candidate in A Woman in Charge: The Life of Hillary Rodham Clinton.

author | broadcast & print media | ethics & values | national issues | politics

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Media. Commentary.Andrea MitchellOne of television’s most knowledgeable and recognizable news correspondents, Mitchell is currently NBC’s Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent. She shares her experiences covering the evolving foreign policy issues of the world, the White House, and the presidential campaigns in her book Talking Back.

broadcast media | national issues | politics | women

Bob SchiefferThe anchor and moderator of Face the Nation since 1991, Schieffer has interviewed just about every major political figure in America. His experience spans decades covering all four major beats in Washington – the White House, the Pentagon, the State Department, and Capitol Hill – as well as anchoring CBS Evening News.

broadcast media | national issues | politics

Elizabeth VargasCo-anchor of ABC News’ 20/20, Vargas has traveled the world covering breaking news, reporting in-depth investigations and interviewing newsmakers. Whether delivering up-to-the moment election coverage, examining international issues, or revealing human interest stories that capture the nation’s attention, she is one of media’s finest journalists.

broadcast & digital media | national issues

Barbara WaltersOne of the most recognizable faces in media, Walters has interviewed more statesmen and stars than any other journalist in history. Her style, candor, and innate ability to communicate intimately with world leaders, newsmakers, and celebrities continues to establish her as a beloved American media icon.

broadcast media | cancer

Bob WoodwardThe Wall Street Journal has called Woodward the “most celebrated journalist of our age.” A Pulitzer Prize winner, along with Carl Bernstein, for exposing the Watergate scandal, he also holds the distinction of being the only contemporary American writer to author or co-author 11 #1 best-selling non-fiction books, including State of Denial.

national issues | print media | politics

Rich LowryAs the Editor of National Review and as a political analyst for Fox News, Lowry is considered the gatekeeper of the mainstream conservative movement in America. Intellectual, yet down to earth, conservative and fair-minded, he examines the entire scope of our political landscape with an engaging perspective.

author | broadcast . print media | national issues | politics

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Business. leadership. management.

Rick BelluzzoFocused on innovation and taking risks to achieve results, Belluzzo has led the way as a top executive in several of the world’s most successful companies, including Hewlitt Packard, Microsoft, and now Quantum. A master of change management, he offers strategic insight on building high performance teams, managing people, and fostering a corporate culture invested in reaching success.

change | technology | workforce

Jason JenningsA business thought leader and best-selling author of Think BIG Act Small, Jennings has set himself apart from the rest in teaching businesses how to achieve their full economic potential. Revealing the leadership traits that power the world’s best performing companies, he shares how organizations can be more innovative, productive, and successful.

entrepreneur | growth | motivation | retail

Ram CharanAs one of the most highly sought after business advisors, Charan is famous among senior executives for his ability to solve their toughest business problems. His recent book Know-How: The 8 Skills That Separate People Who Perform from Those Who Don’t links the skills of people who know what they are doing with the traits of a successful leader.

coaching & mentoring | growth | innovation | strategic planning

Gary HamelTouted by The Economist as “the world’s reigning strategy guru,” Hamel is credited for pioneering concepts such as “strategic intent,” “core competence,” “industry revolution,” and “management innovation.” Today, he challenges leaders to build organizations that are as nimble as change itself, make innovation everyone’s job, and dramatically increase the return of human capital.

corporate responsibility | european union | future | international . global | strategic planning

Marcus BuckinghamDuring almost two decades with The Gallup Organization, Buckingham led research into the world’s best managers, leaders, and workplaces. He shares important insights on how to maximize strengths, improve management, and determine leadership in his best-selling books: First, Break All the Rules: What the World’s Best Managers Do Differently and Now, Discover Your Strengths.

personal growth | training | workforce

Oren HarariAs a leading management consultant and best-selling author of Break from the Pack, Harari is changing the way people do business with his provocative ideas on competitive advantage, organizational change, and transformational leadership. Seasoned with over 20 years of experience, he advises organizations on how to succeed in the global marketplace.

change | empowerment | ethics & values | growth | innovation | quality strategic planning | teambuilding

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Business. leadership. management.

Kay KoplovitzAs the founder of USA Networks and the first woman network president in television history, Koplovitz is a pioneer in new media. A visionary who led cable television in taking on broadcast networks, she continues to be a leader in raising venture capital for women entrepreneurs and challenging the frontiers of the digital age.

digital media | entrepreneur

Patrick LencioniPassionate about improving leadership and organizational life, Lencioni has been heralded as the specialized management consultant who is defining the next generation of leadership thinkers. A best-selling author, he outlines his principles for success in the Leadership Fable series that includes his most recent book, Three Signs of a Miserable Job: A Fable for Managers.

change | motivation | teambuilding | workplace

Steve FarberAs a senior level leadership coach, Farber is a master of energizing business leaders to make the leap into extreme leadership. The best-selling author of The Radical Leap: A Personal Lesson in Extreme Leadership, he has a passion for inspiring leaders to commit, take risks, leap towards change, and lead the way to new levels of success.

coaching & mentoring | customer service | ethics & values | motivation | teambuilding | workplace

Tim SandersAn irrepressible advocate for good values in the business world, Sanders translated his innovative marketing and management experiences at Yahoo! into two New York Times best-selling books: Love is the Killer App and The Likeability Factor. He shares secrets on how to find success by increasing personal likeability factors in the workplace.

branding | corporate responsibility | e-commerce | growth | marketing | sales | strategic planning | trends

Jack McGuireWhen the Red Cross was reeling from a public relations crisis surrounding Hurricane Katrina, they brought McGuire in as President and CEO to turn things around. Through his experienced leadership, effective communication, and leveraging the power of human capital, he made the necessary changes for the organization to get back on track.

change | corporate responsibility | healthcare policy | human resources | strategic planning | volunteerism

Mark SanbornInternational best-selling author of The Fred Factor, Sanborn reached the pinnacles of success with his dynamic approach to leadership, teambuilding, customer service, and mastering change. At the heart of his motivational “Fred Factor” revolution lies his dedication to developing leaders with a focus on transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.

change | customer service | motivation | sales | teambuilding | trends | workforce

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Business. future trends. technology.

Jeffrey TaylorA big picture entrepreneur and innovator, Taylor is the mastermind behind Monster.com and the Internet social networking giant, Eons.com. An expert on technology, advertising, and human capital, he shares his vision of translating future trends into today’s successes. He also advises organizations on how they can break away from the competition by embracing Web 2.0.

branding | change | e-commerce | entrepreneur | generations | human resources | leadership | workforce

Cory DoctorowRecognized by Forbes magazine as “One of the 25 Web Celebs of 2007” and deemed one of the World Economic Forum’s “Young Global Leaders for 2007,” Doctorow is a digital media guru. He doubles as a technology activist and co-editor of the hugely influential and popular blog about technology, culture and politics, Boing Boing.

change | communications | digital media | innovation | law | national issues

Raymond KurzweilAn inventor, entrepreneur, futurist, and author of The Singularity is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology, Kurzweil is called “the restless genius” by The Wall Street Journal and “the ultimate thinking machine” by Forbes. A visionary, he charges into the future, leading the way in determining where technology will go next and how we can keep up with it.

biology | entrepreneur | innovation | science

Steven SquyresSquyres made headlines and history as the scientist in charge of the NASA mission to Mars and the pioneering exploration of the high-tech robotic rovers “Spirit” and “Opportunity.” He applies lessons learned in spearheading the project and provides fresh approaches to managing large teams, working together under pressure, and operating effectively in unpredictable environments.

engineering | inspiration | leadership | motivation | science . space | strategic planning | teambuilding

Richard FloridaAuthor of the international bestseller The Rise of the Creative Class, Florida is one of the world’s leading public intellectuals on economic competitiveness, demographic trends, and cultural and technological innovation. Combining in-depth analysis, cutting-edge trends, a fascinating personal story, and humor, he disseminates ideas on economics, technology, and society.

change | economic issues | national issues | sociology | workforce

Chris SaccaAs former Head of Special Initiatives at Google, Sacca had a unique insider perspective on the Internet giant’s broader objectives, as well as grounding principles, that made him the “go-to guy.” Currently a venture investor and consultant, he advises organizations on innovation, technology disruption, digital media, and consumer access to the Internet.

communications | digital media | finance | innovation | leadership | motivation | workforce | workplace

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Business. change.

Howard GardnerThe Harvard University professor who originated the concept of “multiple intelligences,” Gardner turns his vision to business, prescribing a code of ethics and ideas for organizations to make them more successful. As author of Five Minds for the Future, he examines the intellectual approach managers and employees will need to function successfully in the 21st century.

corporate responsibility | education | ethics & values | psychology | workplace

Robert KriegelA bold thinker, Kriegel is The New York Times best-selling author of If it ain’t broke...BREAK IT! Called “one of this country’s leading authorities in the field of change and human performance,” by US News & World Report, he inspires organizations to rethink the rules, redefine the tools, and reinvent getting to the top.

creativity | leadership | motivation | psychology | sales | teambuilding

Jennifer JamesAn “urban cultural anthropologist,” James helps organizations meet the challenges of today’s transitions. Thinking in the future tense, she highlights the dynamics of adapting to change while pinpointing the problems and identifying the solutions that empower corporations and individuals to effectively progress into the future.

anthropology | diversity | empowerment | future | marketing | sociology | workforce

Howard PutnamFormer CEO of Southwest Airlines, Putnam has played a leading role in the rapidly changing environment of the airline industry. A visionary, he emphasizes creating a culture and process for ideas to hatch and people to adapt to change. As author of The Winds of Turbulence, he explains how to efficiently lead through the difficulty of organizational change.

coaching & mentoring | entrepreneur | ethics & values | innovation | marketing | strategic planning | training

Robin SiegerAn international success strategist, Sieger is author of Natural Born Winners. Fascinated by human potential, well-being, and peak performance, he uses humor to inspire people to develop a clearer understanding and utilization of their personal skills and successes, both at work and at home.

cancer | inspiration | international . global | motivation | strategic planning | teambuilding

Eileen McDarghMcDargh is the author of the first book on work/life balance, Work for a Living and Still Be Free to Live, and her newest book, The Resilient Spirit. Fun, relevant and provocative, she draws from practical business know-how while promoting self-discovery and creative solutions to everyday situations—in the workplace and at home.

balance | empowerment | ethics & values | leadership | motivation

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Business. innovation. creativity.

Steve WozniakWozniak made computers a household word when he helped design Apple computer. He also founded Wheels of Zeus, the company which created wireless GPS technology. Author of iWoz: Computer Geek to Cult Icon, he provides an insightful peek into the life of a modern inventor whose mind never stops working.

business leadership | education | technology

Jeffrey BaxterA true visionary, Baxter has gone from music, as a member of the Doobie Brothers, to missiles as a Department of Defense consultant with a high-level clearance at the Pentagon. Evaluating how business environments prepare for an evolving future, he advocates that organizations should understand and apply wide-ranging knowledge to succeed with “out of the box thinking.”

change | international . global | military | music | strategic planning | technology | terrorism

James McLurkinAs developer and manager of the iRobot Swarm project at MIT, McLurkin has been called “one of five leading robotics engineers” by Time and a “Best and Brightest Under 40” by Black Enterprise. Innovative and cutting edge, he combines creativity with intelligence, exploring some of the brightest ideas of our technological future.

engineering | future | science | technology

Rowan GibsonCalled the “guru among gurus,” Gibson has taken charge with his radical thinking. As a global business strategist his books, including Rethinking the Future, are international bestsellers. Emphasizing the power of innovation, he encourages organizations to seize new growth opportunities, create new markets and recalibrate organizational systems to move ahead.

branding | change | future | growth | international . global | strategic planning | technology | workforce

Jeff TobeA champion of innovation and change, Tobe is author of the best-selling book, Coloring Outside the Lines: Business Thoughts on Creativity, Marketing & Sales. Focusing on helping organizations creatively thrive from change, he unleashes innovative thinking skills while challenging everyone to step outside the comfort zone to compete and succeed.

change | communications | marketing | motivation | sales | strategic planning | teambuilding

Erik WahlA recognized artist and corporate consultant, Wahl provides bold innovative strategies, challenging organizations to keep ahead of changes and competition in today’s dynamic marketplace. Passionately committed to helping organizations explore new levels of vision and performance through creativity, he helps audiences sharpen their creative skills and identify a personal style to rethink vision and purpose.

change | education | inspiration | motivation

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Business. marketing. branding.

Thom WinningerTouted as “America’s leading marketing strategist,” Winninger is reinventing the way companies create differentiation and capture market shares. The best-selling author of MarketQuake, Price Wars, and Bullseye, he has a unique ability to work within industries to create strategies that capture and sustain market leadership in challenging economies.

customer service | sales | trends | workplace

Anastasia GoodsteinAn award-winning blogger and an expert on tweens to twenty somethings, Goodstein has written Totally Wired: What Teens and Tweens are Really Doing Online, an inside guide to what teens are doing on the Internet and with technology. She is the founder of Ypulse, an independent blog for teen/youth media and marketing professionals.

communications | children & family | digital media | e-commerce | generations | technology | trends

Vijay AmritrajInternational tennis star Amritraj’s life has been a series of firsts and triumphs in many fields. A successful entrepreneur in his native land of India, he advises Western companies about the Indian economy and culture and what it takes to succeed in the burgeoning marketplace of the nation.

asia . pacific rim . china | broadcast media | entrepreneur | motivation | inspiration | international . global | sports

Delia PassiA marketing visionary, Passi is president of Medelia Communications and former group publisher of Working Woman and Working Mother magazines. With research showing women driving the vast majority of purchasing decisions, Passi offers targeted and winning strategies about building market share among women and growing to new heights of success.

consumer | leadership | sales | trends | women

Noah KernerA celebrated marketing maverick, Kerner is the co-author of Chasing Cool: Standing out in Today’s Cluttered Marketplace, a wide ranging exploration of the “commerce of cool,” redefining how to appeal to today’s savvy younger consumer in order to stand out in the marketplace.

generations | music

Harry BeckwithAuthor of the acclaimed business bestseller Selling the Invisible, Beckwith is a prominent branding consultant to businesses around the world. As the director of a top-notch marketing agency, Beckwith is praised for his financial and professional advice on issues ranging from marketing strategies to consumer retention. His latest book is You, Inc.

communications | creativity | customer service | sales | strategic planning

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Business. customer service. sales.

Tony AlessandraA consummate business strategist, Alessandra is the author of the best-selling books, The Platinum Rule and The Art of Managing People. Combining a polished presentation style with a powerful message, he helps companies build customers, relationships, and the bottom line by achieving market dominance through strategies designed to out-sell and out-service the competition.

change | motivation | growth | leadership

Keith FerrazziCalled “one of the world’s most connected individuals,” by both Forbes and Inc., Ferrazzi is a marketing force who effectively balances a powerful combination of marketing acumen and networking savvy. He lays out the secrets of a master networker in his best-selling book Never Eat Alone: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time.

branding | coaching & mentoring | communications | leadership | strategic planning

Jeffrey GitomerThe ultimate salesman, Jeffrey Gitomer is author of The New York Times bestsellers The Sales Bible, The Little Red Book of Selling, and The Little Gold Book of YES! Attitude. High energy and high impact, he gets to the point of selling, customer loyalty, and personal development while invigorating sales efforts and revitalizing business.

creativity

Scott McKainTo build business, you should create the ultimate customer experience to ensure client loyalty. McKain’s distinctive ALL Business is Show Business philosophy impacts how organizations can effectively sell and serve customers, while managing and motivating employees. He is also the author of the business bestseller, What Customers REALLY Want.

change | communications | growth | leadership

Jack MitchellMaking an art of customer service, Mitchell is one CEO who is committed to bringing the human connection back to business. Adamant that relationships and customer satisfaction create a successful business, he conveys his philosophy of personalizing customer service in his best-selling book Hug Your Customers, and in his latest, Hug Your People.

entrepreneur | human resources | leadership | marketing | motivation | retail | workplace

Dennis SnowSnow combines 20 years of success at Disney with a passion for creating world class customer service. In a customized presentation, he helps organizations achieve a culture of service excellence that meets their specific needs and goals. He authored the blueprint for organizational success, Unleashing Excellence: The Complete Guide to Ultimate Customer Service.

human resources | leadership | motivation | quality | strategic planning | workforce

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Business. finance. economic issues.

Jim CramerAn expert on Wall Street and the co-founder of TheStreet.com, Cramer appears regularly on CNBC’s Squawk Box and is the co-host of America Now. The mastermind behind the first financial radio show to give the inside scoop on the market, he examines it daily while providing actionable suggestions that lead to potentially profitable results.

business finance . personal finance | global economy

Ben SteinA unique blend of talent, Stein is a contributor to Barron’s and The Wall Street Journal, a commentator on finance, and a former US Department of Commerce economist who has branched out to become an actor and cultural icon. With clever wit, humor, and a wealth of knowledge, he offers respected insight into current financial and economic issues.

entrepreneur | humorist | inspiration | politics

Todd BuchholzBuchholz “lights up economics with a wickedly sparkling wit,” says the Associated Press. A former director of economic policy at the White House, an award-winning economics teacher at Harvard, and best-selling author of New Ideas from Dead Economists, he targets his entertaining remarks to the cutting edge of economics, finance, and business strategy.

global economy | law | leadership | moderator . facilitator | national issues | trends

Ric EdelmanAn award-winning financial advisor, Edelman is The New York Times best-selling author of The Truth About Money and The Lies About Money. One of the most popular experts in the field of personal finance, he hosts the long-running “Ric Edelman Show,” sharing his common-sense, yet highly unique perspective on money.

activist | education | leadership | teambuilding | volunteerism | workforce

Liz Pulliam WestonThe most-read personal finance columnist on the Internet and an award-winning, nationally syndicated personal finance expert, Weston is the author of Easy Money: How to Simplify Your Finances and Get What You Want Out of Life. Clear, informative, and humorous, she makes the most complex money topics understandable and offers practical financial advice.

digital media | personal finance

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Eric BollingFormer CNBC Fast Money commentator, Bolling is currently a financial analyst on Fox Business Network. A former baseball pro, he is one of the preeminent energy traders with an impressive track record of “calling them right.” Focusing on managing and financing energy, he offers expert insight into the psychology and functions of commodity trading.

global economy | personal finance

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Business. corporate responsibility. ethics.Business. environment.

Dr. Alexander A. Likhotal As President of Green Cross International, Likhotal advises nations on the social, economic, and political future of an increasingly climate conscious world. Presenting a strategic approach to managing the environmental crisis, he advises corporations on how they can successfully combine sustainability and corporate responsibility while accessing the growing eco-market to sharpen their competitive edge.

international . global | sustainability

John PassacantandoAs Executive Director of Greenpeace USA, Passacantando leads the fight for clean air, clean water, and survival of the planet. Offering a chilling “State of the Planet” address, he does his job well, raising awareness, proposing solutions and actions that will spur everyone to work harder and smarter to save our planet.

activist | societal issues

Annabelle GurwitchWriter, humorist, and columnist for The Nation, Gurwitch hosts the Planet Green network series Wa$ted, helping people and organizations become more eco-friendly. In an era where companies are striving to become environmentally conscious, her clever insight into what employees can do to reduce their “carbon footprint” is both entertaining and educational.

digital . print media | human resources | humorist | law | spouse programs | workplace

Steve CurwoodWe’ve all heard the gloomy predictions about our lifestyles and the planet. But Curwood, Host and Executive Producer of NPR’s “Here on Earth,” details the power we have to keep the destruction of our planet from occurring. All we have to do is make smart lifestyle choices that will transform challenges into opportunities for change.

broadcast media

Robin ChaseChanging the way we drive, and introducing sustainability to transportation, Chase founded ZipCar and GoLoco, a rideshare startup that connects social networking with a dash of environmental conscience. Stemming from her personal eco-awakening, she always aims to create efficient ways for individuals and organizations to support the environment, both where they work and they live.

consumer | corporate responsibility | e-commerce | entrepreneur | leadership | technology | women

Paul DolanDolan believes that business leaders can help make a better world. During his 27 years at Fetzer Vineyards, through a long tenure as their president, this 4th generation vintner led a transformation that put the company at the forefront of sustainable business. He believes “the future of business is to make the future its business.”

corporate governance | corporate responsibility | ethics & values | leadership

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Business. corporate responsibility. ethics.

President Mary RobinsonFirst female President of Ireland, former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and Executive Director of the Ethical Globalization Initiative, President Robinson has taken on the challenges of human rights and ethical globalization. She stresses the need for leadership, ethics, and integrity, particularly within the scope of economic practices for businesses.

human rights | international . global | leadership | terrorism

Sherron WatkinsAs the whistleblower at Enron, Watkins exposed the corruption and greed that eventually brought down the corporate giant in one of the most devastating scandals of our time. Tough, smart, and ethical, she continues to hold the feet of business to the fire, honored for championing ethical corporate leadership and the courage to follow personal convictions.

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Randy CohenThe Emmy Award-winning Cohen pens “The Ethicist,” a weekly column for The New York Times Magazine and tackles all things ethical in his bestseller, The Good, the Bad, and the Difference. He explains that ethics is about circumstances and helps organizations create an environment that focuses on helping people to behave ethically at work.

humorist | lifestyle | print media | relationships

Joseph BadaraccoProfessor of Business Ethics at Harvard, Badaracco offers insightful and wise analysis of ethics and leadership, tackling the dilemmas of the workplace with foresight. As author of the best-selling books Business Ethics: Roles and Responsibilities and Defining Moments: When Managers Must Choose between Right and Right, he offers fresh approaches to ethical management in today’s world.

corporate governance | leadership

Mark Fainaru-WadaFormer San Francisco Chronicle investigative journalist Fainaru-Wada and Lance Williams broke open the baseball steroids scandal and wrote The New York Times bestseller, Game of Shadows. Together or separate, they examine the hard truths about what they’ve unearthed and address how it reflects greater questions about ethics in our society—in corporations, entertainment and sports. print media | substance abuse

Lance WilliamsSan Francisco Chronicle investigative journalist Williams and Mark Fainaru-Wada broke open the steroids scandal in baseball and wrote The New York Times bestseller, Game of Shadows. Together or separate, they examine the hard truths about what they’ve unearthed and address how it reflects greater questions about ethics in our society—in corporations, entertainment and sports.

print media | substance abuse

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Business. workforce. workplace issues.

Lynne LancasterBaby boomer generation expert, Lancaster is co-founder of BridgeWorks, helping corporations and associations bridge generation gaps in the workplace and marketplace. As co-author of When Generations Collide: Who They Are. Why They Clash. How to Solve the Generational Puzzle at Work, she offers strategies and approaches that help organizations thrive in a multigenerational world.

consumer | customer service | generations | leadership | marketing | sales | trends

David UlrichOne of the sharpest minds in talent management, Ulrich is the author of Results Based Leadership, and the bestseller Human Resource Champions. Leading the way in transforming human resources, he offers strategies on how to add value to employees, customers, and investors. BusinessWeek has hailed him as one of the world’s “top ten educators” in management.

change | human resources | leadership | workforce

Matthew KellyThe New York Times best-selling author of The Rhythm of Life and The Dream Manager, Kelly conveys a passion for helping organizations understand that developing employees is the first step to achieving corporate goals. His highly inspirational presentations energize everyone to pursue the highest values of the human spirit.

change | coaching & mentoring | customer service | ethics & values | strategic planning | teambuilding

Cam MarstonDedicated to conquering the generational divide in the workplace, Marston is author of Motivating the “What’s In It for Me?” Workforce: Manage Across the Generational Divide and Increase Profits. He helps organizations make sense of the changing business landscape and successfully understand and respect all generations.

communications | diversity | generations | strategic planning | trends

Bruce TulganInternationally recognized as a leading expert on young people in the workplace, Tulgan has been hailed by Management Today as one of the few contemporary figures to stand out as a “management guru.” Author of It’s Okay to be the Boss, he offers management tools and tips on how best to manage the younger wave of workers.

customer service | generations | human resources | leadership

Rebecca RyanAn energetic entrepreneur, Ryan is the founder of Next Generation Consulting, a market research firm committed to engaging the next generation. As author of Live First, Work Second: Getting Inside the Minds of the Next Generation, she explains how business leaders can attract a generation of young professionals with her signature style—conversational, playful, and sometimes irreverent.

entrepreneur | human resources | leadership

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Business. teambuilding.

Dominique WilkinsNBA Hall of Famer, Wilkins has led a remarkable journey from his childhood to NBA stardom to successful businessman that provides a lifetime of rich experiences. Throughout it all, he has demonstrated the teambuilding and leadership skills that led him to success—on the court, in the community, and in controlling his own battle with diabetes.

diabetes | diversity | leadership

Herman Boone & Bill YoastAs the fabled coaching team, they partnered together to break down barriers, overcome the impossible, and unify a divided team to win in the hit movie, Remember the Titans. Together or separate, Boone and Yoast share their compelling story, delivering an uplifting message of the power of respect and teamwork, with warmth and humor.

coaching & mentoring | diversity | education | inspiration | leadership | personal growth | sports

C. Vivian StringerRutgers University Coach Stringer became only the third women’s college basketball coach to hit the 800 career win mark and the only coach to take three different teams to the NCAA Final Four. Her grace under pressure and her team’s response to the infamous Don Imus remarks display the character and teamwork that are hallmarks of Stringer teams.

balance | breast cancer | coaching & mentoring | diversity | sports

Kelly PerdewA proven entrepreneur and strategic thinker, Perdew has led major negotiations and implemented successful operational strategies at a range of companies, with a record of motivating groups to achieve aggressive goals. His skills and teambuilding abilities were put to the test on The Apprentice where he was chosen as the winner of the second season.

leadership | marketing | motivation | networking

Drum CaféIn the ultimate interactive teambuilding experience, Drum Café sets the stage for unity and creativity with their powerful performances that create phenomenal synergy between groups and individuals. Bringing energy to any event, they unite, uplift, and inspire an audience in an experience that is unforgettable.

creativity | entertainment | growth | motivation

Matt WeinsteinA leading authority on the use of fun and humor in teambuilding, Weinstein has been called “The Master of Playfulness” by People. Author of Dogs Don’t Bite When A Growl Will Do: What Your Dog Can Teach You About Living A Happy Life, he helps energize the workforce, reduce job stress, and build enthusiastic teams.

balance | communications | creativity | human resources | networking | stress | wellness | workforce

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Celebrity. Entertainment.Business. work/life balance.

Dr. Will MillerOne of the country’s leading cultural analysts, Miller has led a diverse life as a psychotherapist, ordained minister, and comedian. With his own brand of humor and hope, he offers a warm, funny, and always engaging presentation that emphasizes the importance of working at full power while finding balance and fulfillment in life.

change | comedy | mental health | moderator . facilitator | personal growth | religion | teambuilding

Deborah NorvilleNot only is she anchor of Inside Edition, but Norville is also an acclaimed television journalist, active volunteer, mother, and author of Thank You Power: Making the Science of Gratitude Work for You. Speaking with insight and humor, she shares her perspectives on how all women can balance an incredibly busy and multi-faceted life.

broadcast media | ethics & values | spouse programs

Murray BanksA triathlon champion and outstanding educator, Banks delivers a highly interactive, yet personal message about the impact of lifestyle and balance on peak performance. With enthusiasm and optimism, he shares with audiences the skills for balancing hard work with well-being, focus with fun, fatigue with rest, and pressure with performance.

change | customer service | education | humorist | leadership | motivation | personal growth | wellness

Amanda GoreA high energy speaker who is an expert in life balance and management, Gore explores the mind-body connection to inspire everyone to lead, work, and live more effectively. Empowering people to tap into their emotional and social intelligence, create better relationships, and project a great attitude, she reveals the way to live with less stress and more joy.

change | communications | gender | inspiration | personal growth | stress | teambuilding

Janet LappAn expert at guiding organizations through change, and author of Positive Spin, Lapp tackles the stress of focusing on both home and work in her fun, informational presentations. With a knack for turning problems into opportunities, she encourages people to be energetic, maintain relationships, learn effective ways to fight stress, and improve their performance.

change | healthcare | mental health | motivation | stress | wellness | workforce

Meagan JohnsonConsidered the “generational humorist,” Johnson offers frank, funny, and entertaining techniques for balancing multi-generational relationships with clients, customers, and co-workers. Encouraging everyone to speak up or speak out, her common sense insights into personal effectiveness, stress management, and communication skills are one of a kind.

generations | stress | workforce | workplace

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Celebrity. Entertainment.Jim BelushiStar of the hit comedy According to Jim, Belushi is both a popular actor and performer who rocks the house with his group, The Sacred Hearts Band. Fast on his feet and incredibly swift with his wit, he is an extraordinary talent who dives into life headfirst, bringing excitement, humor, and passion wherever he goes.

comedy | music | substance abuse

Jay LenoAs the legendary host of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, his “everyman” style and personality have helped him earn millions of fans worldwide, especially those that relate to his work ethic. He has been touted as one of the nicest people in show business and the hardest working—a winning combination!

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Smokey RobinsonA music legend instrumental in defining the Motown sound, Grammy winner Robinson writes and records the soundtrack to our lives. Not only passionate about music, he is also passionately involved in social causes and is a successful businessman.

entrepreneur | inspiration | music | spirituality | substance abuse

Jane SeymourAn award-winning actress, accomplished artist, best-selling author, flourishing entrepreneur, and a hit on Dancing with the Stars, Seymour is a modern Renaissance woman. With grace and determination, she balances it all with her roles as a mother and an activist, who for over 20 years, has worked to improve the lives of children around the world.

alternative medicine | balance | dance | diabetes | fashion | fine arts | children & family

Patti LaBelleSoulful diva, LaBelle has earned her place among Grammy-winning music royalty with her powerful voice. She is also a best-selling author, television star, and a healthcare advocate. As a diabetic, LaBelle has been proactive in the fight against the disease that claimed her mother’s life and she serves as a spokeswoman for the American Diabetes Association.

aging | breast cancer | diabetes | music | women’s health

Capitol StepsThere is no other group of political satirists that delivers the high energy, extraordinarily witty, and so close to the truth performance as Capitol Steps. A hysterically funny and rambunctious group of former DC staffers, they perform laugh-out-loud musical comedy and song parodies that are guaranteed to provide relief from political rhetoric overload.

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Celebrity. Entertainment.Roy FirestoneNamed “the best interviewer in the business” by Sports Illustrated, Firestone is the former host of ESPN’s Up Close Primetime, and has interviewed more than 5,000 people, including nearly every major sports figure. One of America’s most versatile talents, he is recognized for his gifts as an Emmy Award-winning journalist, commentator, and stage performer.

broadcast media | humorist | motivation | sports

Natalie ColeAn eight-time Grammy winner, Cole has led a remarkable life. With honesty, grace, and humor, she is an inspirational talent who takes us along on her personal journey of survival. She shares the life lessons she has learned along the way, while advising us to make the right choices to achieve a better quality of life.

inspiration | music | spirituality | substance abuse

Michael DouglasOne of Hollywood’s most prominent actors, directors, and producers, Oscar winner Douglas has been associated with politically influential and thought-provoking films, including One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and The China Syndrome. A long-time champion of social and environmental causes, he is also a UN Messenger of Peace, speaking out for nuclear non-proliferation and human rights.

film | human rights | international . global | national issues

Lou Gossett, Jr.As one of our most sought after veteran actors, Oscar winner Gossett has reached the heights of success. His unique talent for portraying powerful and charismatic characters has charmed audiences worldwide, resulting in an impressive amount of coveted awards, including an Emmy and Golden Globe. A motivating force, he advocates for equality and fairness for all.

activist | AIDS | children & family | diversity | ethics & values | film | substance abuse | violence | volunteerism

Larry MillerMore than just a brilliant comedic actor who has appeared in Seinfeld and Pretty Woman, Miller is also a contributing humorist for The Weekly Standard where he displays his true colors as a political everyman. In his book, Spoiled Rotten America: Outrages of Contemporary Life, he shares his views on American life from the “radical middle” perspective.

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Mike LoveMember of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as lead singer and a founding member of The Beach Boys, Love has been a long-time advocate for living in harmony with the environment. One of the most distinctive talents in the entertainment industry, he brings “good vibrations” to every event.

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Culinary. Lifestyle.Clinton KellyAs co-host of TLC’s popular What Not to Wear, Kelly redresses crimes against clothing, encouraging the style-challenged to use their wardrobe to their advantage. With offices trying to determine dress codes, who better to help than this style guru who can assist organizations and individuals on dressing right, dressing up, or dressing down?

interior design | fashion | spouse programs

Steven CojocaruWhether walking the red carpet, dishing the dirt in People, or getting up close and personal with all the “A-listers” on Entertainment Tonight, Cojo is the ultimate celebrity style maven. Going from diva to patient, he survived kidney transplants, writing Glamour, Interrupted: How I Became the Best-Dressed Patient to share how he became a survivor.

fashion | inspiration | mental health | spouse programs

Ty PenningtonCharismatic home design guru, Pennington has helped to transform the lives of dozens, while inspiring millions more, as host and design team leader of the series Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. A creative entrepreneur, he has a Ty Pennington Style line of products, and reveals his quirky style in The New York Times bestseller, Ty’s Tricks.

interior design | spouse programs

Chef Homaro CantuChef and inventor, Cantu is leading a science-based culinary revolution so that “gastronomy can catch up to the modern age.” As owner of Cantu Designs, a business focused on taking the human dining experience to a new level, he mixes extreme science and technology with food. He brings his world to the audience, showcasing his culinary inventions and tastes while pushing the limits of creativity.

creativity | entrepreneur | innovation | science

Paula DeenWarm, funny, and inviting, Deen has become a self-made success story, taking her Southern cooking nationwide as the queen of “the taste of home.” In the process, she has established one of the most successful culinary brands in the country.

mental health | motivation

Ina GartenAs host of The Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network, Garten establishes traditions and builds her signature brand with new cookbooks, new television shows, and lots of delicious products that continue to reflect not only quality and style, but also a love for entertaining friends and family.

branding | business | entrepreneur

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Health. healthcare experts. policy.

Dr. Richard CarmonaAs the 17th US Surgeon General, Dr. Carmona focused on shifting the healthcare paradigm from treatment to prevention, stressing that life-long healthy living is a key component to medical care. Having grown up in an impoverished Hispanic family, he overcame great adversity, serving as a paramedic, nurse, trauma surgeon, and community physician before being unanimously appointed to the Office of Surgeon General.

AIDS | alternative medicine | cancer | children & family | diabetes | heart disease | nutrition | substance abuse | volunteerism

Dr. David SatcherAs the 16th US Surgeon General, Dr. Satcher encouraged public debate about mental health, sex education, AIDS, tobacco, obesity, and balancing community healthcare systems. The force behind Healthy People 2010, he works to eliminate racial disparities in healthcare. He is now Commissioner of the World Health Organization on Social Determinants for Health.

cancer | children & family | mental health | nutrition | obesity | reproductive rights | substance abuse

Dr. M. Joycelyn EldersAs the first African American female US Surgeon General, Dr. Elders is a tireless crusader for improving the way we look at healthcare and how we can create a healthy society in the 21st century. Her commitment to healthcare—access, education, and equality—has put her at the forefront of today’s critical health concerns.

AIDS | children & family | motivation | nutrition | relationships | reproductive rights

Michael PorterDirector of The Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness at Harvard Business School, Porter is one of the most illustrious authorities on competition and strategy. Focusing his vision on fixing the current healthcare system, he has written Redefining Health Care, a new framework emphasizing that value-based competition leads to better health and greater efficiency.

economist | international . global | leadership | strategic planning

Ian MorrisonAn internationally known futurist and the author of The Second Curve: Managing the Velocity of Change and Health Care in the New Millennium, Morrison works with Fortune 500 companies, specializing in longterm forecasting and planning for the healthcare marketplace. He focuses on the political, economic, and strategic changes in healthcare and advises organizations on future planning.

future | trends | wellness

Uwe ReinhardtA healthcare economist and futurist, Reinhardt is Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton University. Consistently recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on healthcare economics, systems, and reform, he provides insights into the state of healthcare today from an economic standpoint that fully examines the magnitude of the issue.

economist | ethics & values | future

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Health. aging.

Doris RobertsWith an instantly recognizable voice and face, Emmy winner Roberts has maintained an illustrious career in theater, film, and television and is part of our lives, especially as the memorable “Marie” on Everybody Loves Raymond. With warmth and humor, she shares her moving, yet hilarious life story and her perspective on aging and giving back to the community.

film | women’s health

Gail SheehyCultural observer and best-selling author of Passages, Sheehy has changed the way people look at their lives, addressing the fundamental questions we face as our lives change. Her latest book, Sex and the Seasoned Woman: Pursuing the Passionate Life, reveals that as women age they become more focused, assertive, and can find life more rewarding.

balance | empowerment | gender | generations | relationships | wellness | women’s health

Dr. Thomas PerlsA physician, researcher, and expert on aging, Dr. Perls specializes in studying centenarians, one of the fastest growing age groups, as Director of the New England Centenarian Study at Boston Medical Center. Regarded for his optimistic view of aging, he shares the impact of what living to 100 means for baby boomers and future generations.

biology | ethics & values | future | healthcare | science | stress | wellness

Jamie Lee CurtisAward-winning actress and New York Times best-selling children’s book author, Curtis believes in the power of aging naturally. Teaching through example, she proclaims that growing older means paring down to an essential version of yourself, and encourages us to appreciate the incredible amount of self-knowledge that comes with aging and living healthy.

children & family | film | substance abuse

Dr. Sherwin NulandDr. Nuland is a renowned surgeon and author of the monumentally successful books, How We Live and How We Die, and The Art of Aging: A Doctor’s Prescription for Well-Being. Insightful and enlightening, he offers a unique perspective on healthy aging and medical ethics, as well as a vision of the future of medicine.

alternative medicine | cancer | ethics & values | nutrition | social service | spirituality | wellness

Ken Dychtwald & Maddy DychtwaldAs America ages, and business and culture adapt, the Dychtwalds have emerged as the

foremost visionaries regarding the lifestyle, marketing, and workforce implications of the “age wave.” As authorities on the social and economic implications of our aging population, they advise organizations on how to focus their marketing and services to boomers and succeeding generations.

consumer | future | lifestyle | marketing | trends | wellness | workforce

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Health. fitness. nutrition.

Jillian MichaelsAs TV’s toughest trainer, Michaels motivates her teams to lose weight on The Biggest Loser. With a passion for fitness that stems from her own weight loss, she has built one of the world’s largest fitness brands, offering a no-nonsense approach to complete health and well-being. Her book, Making the Cut, is a New York Times bestseller.

balance | cancer | empowerment | motivation | obesity | spouse programs | wellness | women’s health

Richard SimmonsAs our most revered fitness expert, Simmons continues his crusade to reach out to the masses, encouraging them to take control of their fitness destiny. With his trademark enthusiasm, he tackles the obesity crisis by encouraging everyone to adopt sensible balanced eating programs and exercise regimes that are energetic, fun, and motivating.

lifestyle | healthcare | obesity | wellness

Carolyn O’NeilA registered dietician, O’Neil is an award-winning journalist who reports on food, nutrition, and cuisine. The former host of CNN’s On the Menu, she shares her message of “the more you know, the more you can eat.” She appears on The Today Show and in Parade, combining dietary aptitudes with stylish lifestyle attitudes.

aging | culinary | healthcare policy | heart disease | television | wellness

Yvette FreemanWell known as the nurse from ER, Freeman decided to save her own life by losing over 100 pounds and beating heart disease and diabetes. As a National Advocacy Ambassador for the Diabetes Association, she has become an advocate for healthy living. She shares her story of conquering disease through proper nutrition and adequate exercise.

alzheimer’s | balance | diabetes | heart disease | lifestyle | obesity | wellness | women’s health

Bob GreeneFitness super coach Greene changes lives as Oprah’s health guru and author of best-selling books, including The Best Life Diet and The New York Times #1 bestseller, Make the Connection. Guiding people to good health, he believes that everyone has the inner strength to make changes to improve their lives and commit to a healthier, happier lifestyle.

healthcare | obesity | spouse programs | wellness

Jared FogleMaking a name for himself as a Subway spokesperson, Fogle lost 245 pounds in one year by incorporating exercise and proper dieting into his daily routine. Ten years going strong, he shares his story of transforming his life with healthy eating and exercise, and motivates others to engage in healthy living.

healthcare | heart disease | inspiration | men’s health | nutrition | obesity | wellness

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Health. cancer.

Fran DrescherThe actress who became a household name starring in The Nanny, Drescher has a larger than life personality that reflects her substantial talent. A survivor of uterine cancer, she has been given a clean bill of health, and has written about her experiences in Cancer Schmancer, where she straight-talks about the disease and her journey.

empowerment | entrepreneur | women’s health

Kelly CorriganA breast cancer survivor, Corrigan is the author of The Middle Place about that sliver of time when parenthood and childhood overlap. Diagnosed with cancer the same time her father was diagnosed with his own late-stage cancer, Corrigan shares her battle in tandem with her father’s experience. She helps teach others how to love someone going through cancer.

alternative medicine | breast cancer | inspiration | women’s health

Linda EllerbeeAn outspoken journalist, award-winning television producer, and best-selling author, Ellerbee is a woman of spirit and determination who has enlightened us with her stories about life. A breast cancer survivor, Ellerbee offers her trademark wit and wisdom on her journey to share her direct, yet inspirational message of survival.

breast cancer | children & family | digital media | entrepreneur | humorist | substance abuse

Robert SchimmelActor and comedian Schimmel was on a roll when his television pilot was picked up as a series. Then, he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma. His book Cancer on $5 a Day (Chemo Not Included) tells his poignant, often hilarious, fight to overcome obstacles using his most powerful weapon: his sense of humor.

comedy | humorist | inspiration

Roger & Kathy CawthonBoth cancer survivors, the dynamic Cawthons are founders of The Cancer Crusade, an organization dedicated to fighting cancer with hope and humor. Their take on the world of medicine blends seamlessly with a powerful message that energizes and inspires audiences to laugh, love, and live in the moment, every moment.

breast cancer | healthcare | inspiration | men’s health | women’s health

Hoda KotbA Today Show co-anchor, Kotb went public with her personal battle with breast cancer to empower others who have faced the disease. She kept a moving video diary of her experience that inspires others with hope, strength, and resilience. Kotb believes cancer gave her a new outlook on life and “the gift of being fearless.”

balance | breast cancer | empowerment | international . global | healthcare | national issues | wellness

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Health. heart. stroke.

Tommy LasordaA heart attack survivor, legendary Dodgers coach, and baseball’s most popular ambassador, Lasorda shares his experience to increase awareness about heart attack symptoms and emphasizes the importance of quick response to an attack. As a spokesperson for the American Heart Association, he also advocates the need for preventive medicine.

fitness | leadership | motivation | sports | teambuilding

Robert BazellBazell is the NBC News distinguished Chief Science and Health Correspondent whose analysis exemplifies the best reporting on science and medicine. An Emmy-winning journalist, he has featured in-depth stories on the major health concerns of today, from heart disease and stroke to cancer and obesity.

breast cancer | broadcast media | fitness | healthcare | men’s health | prostate cancer | wellness

Vicki LawrenceThe Emmy-winning star of Mama’s Family and the talk show, Vicki, Lawrence is a multi-talented actress, performer, and writer. As the national spokesperson for Go Red for Women, an American Heart Association initiative, she uses her trademark energy, enthusiasm, and entertainment skills to motivate women to maintain active heart health.

entertainment | fitness | women’s health

Joe PiscatellaProving that good food, health, and a good lifestyle work together, Piscatella is both a layman and a convincing authority on heart disease and cholesterol. Since overcoming heart disease, he advocates complete heart health in his best-selling books, Take a Load off Your Heart and The Road to a Healthy Heart Runs through the Kitchen.

aging | balance | fitness | healthcare | lifestyle | stress

Kate JacksonBest known as one of Charlie’s Angels, Jackson has built a career out of consistently bringing a combination of beauty, brains, and talent to her roles. After undergoing open heart surgery to fix a life threatening defect she never knew she had, she is now speaking out about heart disease, the risk factors, and the warning signs.

breast cancer | fitness | healthcare | lifestyle | women’s health

Cass WheelerThe well-known CEO of the American Heart Association, Wheeler has led the organization in increasing membership, revenue, and programs while guiding it towards a far-reaching health-impact goal of reducing coronary heart disease, stroke, and risk. With experience in developing heart healthy education and prevention models, he offers simple solutions for fighting heart disease and stroke.

business change | corporate governance | healthcare | leadership | workforce

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Health. wellness. balance.

Dr. Michael Roizen & Dr. Mehmet OzThe New York Times #1 best-selling authors of You: The Owner’s Manual and You: The Smart Patient, anti-aging guru Dr. Roizen and celebrated heart surgeon Dr. Oz translate their decades of experience as premier medical experts into providing proven strategies for healthy living that includes a good dose of wellness and balance.

aging | healthcare policy | heart disease | men’s health | nutrition | obesity | women’s health

Dr. Nancy SnydermanChief Medical Editor at NBC, Dr. Snyderman returned to television after serving as Vice President at Johnson & Johnson. Previously a medical correspondent for ABC News for over ten years, she has covered a myriad of health care issues. Author of Dr. Nancy Snyderman’s Guide to Good Health for Women Over Forty, she also pens a column for Good Housekeeping.

digital media | healthcare policy | heart disease | women’s health

Dr. Marie SavardA nationally recognized pioneer in women’s health and patient empowerment, and author of Apples & Pears: The Body Shape Solution to Weight Loss and Wellness, Dr. Savard is inspiring and passionate about healthcare. She offers both women and men recommendations on nutrition and exercise based on body shape and personal health goals.

aging | healthcare policy | nutrition | women’s health

Dr. Ian SmithA frequent contributor to The View, a columnist for Men’s Health magazine, and the medical/diet expert on VH1’s Celebrity Fit Club, Dr. Smith is one of our most trusted healthcare authorities. Previously a medical correspondent for NBC’s Nightly News and The Today Show, he is also the best-selling author of The Extreme Fat Smash Diet.

digital media | fitness | healthcare | men’s health | nutrition | print media

Dr. Christine DumasA lifestyle, consumer health, and fitness reporter, often appearing on The Today Show, and author of Special Treatment: How to Get the Same High-Quality Health Care Your Doctor Gets, Dr. Dumas covers topical issues of medicine. Candid and refreshing, she inspires audiences to take charge of their life, career, health, and happiness.

aging | alternative medicine | breast cancer | healthcare policy | heart disease | lifestyle | nutrition | stress

Dr. Pamela PeekeA nationally recognized physician, scientist, and expert in the fields of nutrition, metabolism, stress, and fitness, Dr. Peeke is a regular commentator for CNN and PBS. Also the go-to expert on health for The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and the CBS Morning Show, she offers straight talk on taking control of personal health and wellness.

alternative medicine | broadcast media | healthcare | nutrition | stress | women’s health

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Motivation. Inspiration.Robin CrowOne of the most innovative guitarists in the world, Crow combines an extraordinary blend of content-rich teaching and high-octane entertainment. As a successful business owner and best-selling author of Jump and the Net Will Appear, he ignites audiences with a multi-sensory presentation and core message of leadership that comes from hard-won experience.

change | education | mental health | personal growth | religion | stress | teambuilding

Millard FullerFounder and former president of Habitat for Humanity, Fuller transformed his own life from entrepreneurial millionaire to philanthropist to better the lives of others by creating affordable housing for all. His message that life is both a gift and a responsibility, and that everyone should have opportunity to find hope and success, is motivational and inspirational.

corporate responsibility | international . global | leadership | religion | volunteerism

Lee WoodruffThe world watched as Lee Woodruff’s husband, World News Tonight co-anchor Bob Woodruff, was gravely wounded in Iraq. As co-author of The New York Times #1 bestseller In an Instant: A Family’s Journey of Love and Healing, she shares their story of resilience and survival following the tragedy that transformed their lives.

children & family | disabled | empowerment | mental health | spouse programs | stress

Keith HarrellAttitude is everything to Harrell, the dynamic life coach and best-selling author who specializes in changing behaviors through a positive attitude. Referred to as “a star with attitude,” by The Wall Street Journal, he delivers energetic presentations that combine solid content, practical application, and the right amount of humor to spur everyone to take action.

change | customer service | empowerment | leadership | marketing | sales | teambuilding

Anousheh AnsariHaving dreamed of space exploration since childhood, Ansari captured headlines around the world as the first female private space explorer, and earned a place in history as the fourth private explorer to visit space and the first astronaut of Iranian descent. Her story is one of remarkable determination and vision.

adventurer | education | entrepreneur | leadership | science space | teambuilding | technology

Vince PoscenteTransforming himself into an Olympic skier, successful businessman, and New York Times best-selling author of The Age of Speed, Poscente knows about focus, commitment, and defying the odds. Combining lessons from his Olympic experience with leadership insight from his successful business career, he offers proven strategies for attaining and sustaining peak performance.

adventurer | change | empowerment | leadership | sales | teambuilding

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Motivation. Inspiration.Erin GruwellThe outstanding teacher who was the subject of the film Freedom Writers, starring Hilary Swank, Gruwell is about changing lives. An inspirational force, her message of overcoming hardship and leading with hope resonates with strength, and offers insight into the power of personal resolve, enthusiasm, and never giving up in the fight to succeed.

author | change | diversity | education | inspiration

Mike LeonardLeonard has captivated millions of television viewers with his wry and witty feature stories on the often overlooked aspects of everyday life for NBC’s The Today Show. With keen insight into human nature, a sense of humor, and a knack for storytelling, he encourages everyone to take the steps to be honest, compassionate, and brave in their lives.

broadcast media | creativity | humorist | personal growth | travel

Susan L. TaylorAs editorial director of Essence magazine, Taylor guided it to phenomenal growth, making it one of the largest and most highly regarded magazines. A highly spiritual and inspirational voice, she encourages women to embrace personal growth to find the courage to live fearlessly, build wealth, commit to social and political change, and maintain good health.

branding | diversity | entrepreneur | leadership | workforce

Benjamin ZanderThe esteemed conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Zander practices the art of possibility. With legendary passion and energy, he captivates audiences with his take on teamwork, creativity, leadership, the transformational power of music, extreme experiences, and how to be outrageous, courageous, and a risk-taker.

change | creativity | leadership | music | teambuilding

Dan ClarkAn achiever, motivator, adventurer, business leader and New York Times best-selling contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Clark is one of the world’s most highly recognized peak performance strategists. One of the most in-demand speakers today, he is an expert on managing change, building winning teams, and taking life to the next level.

adventurer | change | personal growth | teambuilding | volunteerism

Simon T. BaileyA thought leader and fresh voice in the business world, Bailey connects the dots between individual and organizational brilliance. As author of Release Your Brilliance, and a highly transformational consultant, he rallies everyone to take charge of change and transform their lives from the inside out, while igniting their brilliance into action.

creativity | customer service | leadership | personal growth | sales

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Sports. Adventure.Bill ParcellsAlways business, legendary football coach and Super Bowl champion Parcells knows what it takes to turn a team around and lead them to victory. Known as the ultimate leader—uniquely motivational, decisive, and straight to the point—he reveals his personal alchemy for success and building a team to win.

business | fitness | leadership | motivation | teambuilding

Howie LongNFL Hall of Famer, analyst for Fox NFL Sunday, actor, and all around champion talent, Long brings his dynamic wit and passion for being the best to his presentations. In a style all his own, he shares the principles of leadership and teamwork that have led him to find success in life.

broadcast media | volunteerism

Greg GumbelA veteran of sports television for almost 30 years, Emmy winner Gumbel covers the entire scope of America’s favorite games. Drawing from his storied career in broadcasting, he shares his experiences, both humorous and entertaining, and insight about what it takes to be the best in life, both on and off the field.

broadcast media | golf | volunteerism

David BreashearsWorld-class filmmaker, adventurer, and mountaineer, Breashears combined his climbing and cinematography skills to become the acclaimed adventure filmmaker responsible for the IMAX film Everest: Mountain without Mercy. In a multi-media presentation, he documents the inspiring feats he overcame on his ascent to success.

environment | film | inspiration | leadership | motivation | teambuilding

Mike GreenbergGreenberg is the popular host of ESPN Radio’s “Mike and Mike in the Morning,” the highest-rated drive time sports talk show. To his three million listeners, “Greenie” is the guy who’s equally comfortable dissecting zone defenses and discussing cashmere sweaters. He cleverly examines his life in his New York Times bestseller Why My Wife Thinks I’m an Idiot.

balance | broadcast media | digital media | humorist

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Bill BelichickThe NFL mastermind who has shepherded the New England Patriots to three Super Bowl championships, Belichick is regarded as the premier head coach in the game. Famous for his preparation and steely determination, he has put together the ultimate winning formula—one that includes decisive decision making, strong leadership, and dedicated teamwork.

inspiration | teambuilding

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Sports. Adventure.Boomer EsiasonPart of the NFL Today team, NFL great Esiason offers the tried and true lessons for success that have propelled him to personal and professional excellence. Also a leading national figure in the fight against cystic fibrosis, he has established the Boomer Esiason Foundation, raising millions of dollars to battle the disease.

golf | inspiration | teambuilding | volunteerism

Brian KennyOne of the most recognizable faces in sports broadcasting, Emmy-winning anchor of ESPN’s SportsCenter Kenny knows everything and anything about sports. Having witnessed leadership and teamwork that work on and off the field, he offers his perspective on habits of excellence, taking personal responsibility, and managing people that will bring out the best in everyone.

broadcast media | coaching & mentoring | diabetes | leadership | teambuilding

Neal PetersenWorld-class adventurer Petersen overcame physical and financial hardship to reach the pinnacle of success—realizing his dream to race solo around the world in a boat he built himself. He advocates living by goals, preparation, and believing there are no obstacles that cannot be overcome. Petersen proclaims, “In life there are no barriers - only solutions!”

customer service | diversity | empowerment | inspiration | leadership | motivation | sales

Jackie Joyner-KerseeIn her Olympic career that spanned two decades, Joyner-Kersee won three Olympic medals and set more than 20 records. One of the greatest female athletes in the world, and a great competitor, she understands the necessity of dreams and the need to incorporate overall wellness into every aspect of life.

diversity | fitness | inspiration | motivation | women’s health

Chi Chi RodriguezAs one of the greatest showmen in sport’s history, Rodriguez is one of the most successful and beloved golfers in the world. A proven champion, he inspires everyone to succeed and has established the Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation to help empower the lives of youth within the Hispanic community.

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George ForemanA boxing legend, incredibly successful businessman, and ordained minister, Foreman is a uniquely accomplished and universally beloved American personality. He brings all these qualities to bear in his powerful and entertaining presentations which are truly transformational experiences.

entrepreneur | inspiration | motivation

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Mariane PearlThe widow of slain journalist Daniel Pearl, and the subject of the film A Mighty Heart, Pearl is also an award-winning journalist. Her column for Glamour magazine profiles brave women—like herself—around the world who have made a difference. Compassionate and compelling, she is extremely moving and inspirational, offering hope for a better future.

ethics & values | film | inspiration | middle east issues | author | spouse programs

Kim CattrallThe legendary actress known for her portrayal of smart, sexy, and strong women such as “Samantha” in Sex and the City, Cattrall embodies empowerment and healthy self-esteem. Her message of being true in defining yourself is both inspiring and motivating for women of all ages.

empowerment | film | relationships

Gail EvansIn the male-dominated world of television journalism, former CNN executive Evans learned to play corporate hardball. Empowering other women to achieve corporate success, she has written two of the most influential books about women in the workplace, the phenomenal New York Times bestseller Play Like a Man, Win Like a Woman and She Wins, You Win.

broadcast media | leadership | gender | law | workforce

Star JonesFormer co-host of The View, media personality, and lawyer, Jones is known for her candor, confidence, and signature celebrity style. She frequently appears on network television, sharing her perspectives on major legal and social issues. A believer in giving back to the community, she is involved in philanthropic efforts that empower women and girls.

balance | children & family | empowerment | inspiration | law | obesity

Marcy A. McGinnisFormer Senior Vice President of News Coverage for CBS, McGinnis is a talented and powerful woman who has reached the upper echelons in business and media. From her vantage point, she demonstrates that leadership in a diverse society is about excellence, enthusiasm, and expectations, and that leading like a woman changes the rules so that everyone wins.

broadcast media | leadership | motivation

Lis WiehlProminent lawyer and current Fox News analyst, Wiehl takes on the state of women in the workplace in her provocative book, The 51% Minority: How Women Still Are Not Equal and What You Can Do About It. With wit, eloquence, and insight, she inspires women to take the road toward equality now, before it’s too late.

broadcast media | law | motivation

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Women’s Voices.Victoria RowellEmmy nominated actress Rowell has been honored with 11 NAACP Image Awards and has written a best-selling memoir, The Women Who Raised Me, about her experience as a foster child and to honor the women who helped her succeed. A foster care advocate, she also inspires and empowers women with her hopeful message of overcoming adversity.

activist | children & family | inspiration | parenting | volunteerism

Kathy NajimyActress seen in Sister Act and The Wedding Planner, Najimy empowers women to harness their talents to achieve the highest levels of success and happiness. An ardent activist, she is an enthusiastic supporter of women’s rights, both locally and globally.

activist | AIDS | film | GLBT issues | humorist | reproductive rights

Leslie BennettsA seasoned journalist, Bennetts explores the job vs. family dilemma that so many women face today in her groundbreaking bestseller, The Feminine Mistake. Presenting a clear, unbiased perspective, she offers a cautionary tale, replete with facts and analysis, about the dangers of women giving up their careers.

print media | workforce

Pat MitchellOne of the most influential leaders in media, Mitchell is the former President and CEO of PBS, where she was the first woman to serve as CEO of the nation’s largest and only non-commercial broadcasting service. She offers her experienced vision of leadership, highlighting women’s issues and the role of media in shaping ideas in society.

broadcast . digital Media | moderator . facilitator | motivation | volunteerism

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Judy CollinsLegendary recording artist and flourishing entrepreneur, Collins has maintained a career that has spanned decades, living through peaks and valleys along the way. As author of the book Morning, Noon, and Night: Living the Creative Life, she encourages everyone to embrace creativity to help find balance, wellness, and success in all aspects of life.

balance | creativity | inspiration | mental health | music | substance abuse | wellness

Andie MacDowellAccomplished actress from Four Weddings and a Funeral, MacDowell is a woman of renowned grace and beauty. Embracing a full, happy life, she believes that changing attitudes can change lives. She shares how her positive attitude helped her to overcome obstacles and can help others to persevere and succeed as well.

aging | generations | inspiration | lifestyle | motivation | spirituality | spouse programs | women’s health

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Diversity.Julian BondBeginning with his pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement, Bond has always been on the cutting edge of social change and leadership. Legendary as the first black US Vice Presidential nominee, he is now Chairman of the NAACP and continues to deliver a powerful message of equality, freedom, and justice, with a renewed sense of relevance.

law | leadership | liberal | national issues | politics

Ted ChildsAs IBM’s Vice President of Global Workforce Diversity, Childs oversaw model programs. A thought leader, strategist, and catalyst for change, he helps companies, organizations, and communities understand the importance of diversity education to succeed in today’s global environment.

education | human resources | international . global | leadership | workforce | workplace

Michael Eric DysonHailed as one of the nation’s most inspiring African Americans, Dyson has revitalized the role of public intellectual with the fervor of an ordained Baptist minister. Called “a street fighter in a suit and tie,” he takes on the toughest and most controversial issues of the day, including race, politics, and pop culture, with his fearless rhetoric.

author | ethics & values | liberal | national issues | religion | hip-hop

Dr. Alvin PoussaintA veteran of the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Poussaint is Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and a noted expert on children, violence, the media, and issues of diversity in our multicultural society. He collaborated with Bill Cosby on The Cosby Show and on the book, Come On, People! On the Path from Victims to Victors.

AIDS | children & family | education | mental health | social service | substance abuse | violence

Kweisi MfumeFormer President and CEO of the NAACP, Maryland Congressman, and Chairman of the Black Congressional Caucus, Mfume is credited with rebuilding and revitalizing the NAACP. As a leader, activist, and seasoned political voice for diversity, he continues to follow his dream of shaping a more humane public policy to create important change in America.

corporate responsibility | education | empowerment | leadership | national issues | social service | politics

Samuel BetancesBiracial, bilingual, and bicultural, Betances brings a wealth of experience promoting workplace diversity and unity to his presentations. Renowned for his highly motivational workshops, he inspires participants to aim high, reject rejection, and embrace themselves and each other as powerful team members working together toward a more prosperous future.

education | inspiration | motivation | teambuilding | workforce

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Diversity.Phoebe EngA leadership strategist for Fortune 100s, Eng helps organizations tap into the power of globalism and diversity to spur innovation. She applies her “rules of fluency” in designing initiatives for women and diverse cultures that benefit the bottom line. Eng authored Warrior Lessons, a memoir about empowerment and leadership in a rapidly changing world.

gender | international . global | print media | working women

Maria HinojosaSenior Correspondent for PBS news program NOW and Managing Editor of “Latino USA,” Hinojosa hosts a new series, One-on-One, interviewing some of America’s foremost Latino leaders. A prominent voice in the Hispanic community, she brings her wit, warmth, and professional wisdom to the dialogue about celebrating diversity in life and in the workplace.

broadcast media | coaching & mentoring | moderator . facilitator | immigration

Myrlie Evers-WilliamsWife of slain civil rights activist Medgar Evers, she became the first woman to lead and restore the credibility of the NAACP during a time when it was surrounded by controversy. She continues her activism on behalf of racial and gender equality, encouraging everyone to work together towards hope, tolerance, and understanding.

corporate responsibility | inspiration | leadership | national issues | personal growth

Frank WuLawyer, scholar, and Dean of Wayne State University Law School, Wu is the author of Yellow: Race in American Beyond Black and White. Also a journalist, he has written for The Washington Post and The Chicago Tribune. Dedicated to promoting cross-cultural awareness at work and in life, he works to build bridges between ethnic groups.

law

John QuiñonesMultiple Emmy winner and ABC News correspondent for Primetime, Quiñones has reported on issues of wide-ranging significance. In addition to national and international events, he is honored for his extensive coverage of issues pertaining to Latin America and the Hispanic American community.

national issues

Brian McNaughtNamed “the godfather of gay sensitivity training” by The New York Times, McNaught is the best-selling author of three watershed books on gay issues, including Now That I’m Out, What Do I Do? and Gay Issues In The Workplace, and is the country’s leading corporate diversity consultant on such issues.

GLBT issues | human resources | workforce | workplace

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Gardner, Howard....................9James, Jennifer........................9Kriegel, Robert........................9McDargh, Eileen.....................9Putnam, Howard.....................9Sieger, Robin............................9corporate responsibility

& ethicsBadaracco, Joseph.................15Cohen, Randy........................15Fainaru-Wada, Mark.............15Robinson, President Mary....15Watkins, Sherron...................15Williams, Lance.....................15customer services & sales

Alessandra, Tony...................12Barrera, Rick...........................Calloway, Joe............................Cathcart, Jim...........................Cialdini, Dr. Robert................Ferrazzi, Keith.......................12Gitomer, Jeffrey....................12Greshes, Warren......................Gross, T. Scott.........................McKain, Scott........................12Mitchell, Jack.........................12Shafer, Ross.............................Snow, Dennis.........................12

environmentChase, Robin.........................14Curwood, Steve.....................14Dolan, Paul............................14Elgin, Duane...........................Gurwitch, Annabelle............14Klein, Naomi..........................Likhotal, Dr. Alexander A...14Passacantando, John.............14finance & economic issuesBolling, Eric...........................13Buchholz, Todd.....................13Burnham, Terry......................Camdessus, Michel.................Cramer, Jim............................13Edelman, Ric.........................13Kiyosaki, Robert.....................Savage, Terry...........................Singletary, Michelle................Stein, Ben...............................13Weston, Liz Pulliam..............13Zonis, Marvin.........................

future trends & technology

Burrus, Daniel...........................Canton, James...........................Doctorow, Cory.........................8Florida, Richard.........................8Kurzweil, Raymond...................8Sacca, Chris................................8Snyder, David Pearce...............Squyres, Steven..........................8Taylor, Jeffrey.............................8Wacker, Watts............................

innovation & creativityBaxter, Jeffrey........................10Gibson, Rowan......................10Jones, Dewitt...........................

McLurkin, James...................10Nierenberg, Roger..................Tobe, Jeff...............................10Wahl, Erik..............................10Wozniak, Steve......................10leadership & managementBelluzzo, Rick..........................6Buckingham, Marcus..............6Charan, Ram............................6Croce, Pat................................Farber, Steve............................7Hamel, Gary.............................6Harari, Oren.............................6Hasse, John.............................Jennings, Jason........................6Koplovitz, Kay........................7Lencioni, Patrick.....................7McGuire, Jack.........................7Prahalad, C.K..........................Sanborn, Mark.........................7Sanders, Tim............................7Williams, Pat...........................

marketing & brandingAmritraj, Vijay........................11Beckwith, Harry....................11Carmody, Bill..........................Heath, Chip & Dan................Goodstein, Anastasia...........11Kerner, Noah........................11Passi, Delia.............................11Pine, II, B. Joseph....................Sosa, Lionel.............................Winninger, Thom.................11

teambuildingAfterburner...........................Boone, Herman & Yoast, Bill...17Drum Café.............................17Eruzione, Mike.......................Francona, Terry.......................Passing Zone...........................Perdew, Kelly.........................17Riley, Pat..................................Stringer, C. Vivian.................17Weinstein, Matt.....................17Wilkins, Dominique.............17

work/life balanceBanks, Murray..........................18Gore, Amanda........................18Johnson, Meagan.....................18Lapp, Janet..............................18Miller, Dr. Will..........................18Norville, Deborah...................18

workforce & workplace issues

Kaye, Beverly...........................Kelly, Matthew.......................16Lancaster, Lynne...................16Marston, Cam........................16Ryan, Rebecca........................16Tannen, Deborah...................Tulgan, Bruce........................16Ulrich, David.........................16

celebrity & entertainment

Barry, Dave.............................Belushi, Jim............................19Capitol Steps.........................19Cole, Natalie..........................20

Dennehy, Brian.......................Douglas, Michael..................20Dreyfuss, Richard...................Firestone, Roy........................20Fleetwood, Mick.....................Gossett, Jr., Lou...................20Karges, Craig...........................LaBelle, Patti..........................19Leno, Jay.................................19Love, Mike.............................20Mandel, Howie.......................Martin, Sir George................Miller, Larry...........................20Morris, Jim..............................Poitier, Sydney.........................Robinson, Smokey................19Second City.............................Seymour, Jane........................19Turner, Kathleen....................Underwood, Blair...................culinary & lifestyleAbboud, Joseph.....................Cantu, Chef Homaro............21Cojocaru, Steven...................21Deen, Paula............................21Garten, Ina.............................21Kelly, Clinton........................21Maxa, Rudy..............................Pennington, Ty.......................21Singh, Alpina..........................

diversityBetances, Samuel..................34Bond, Julian...........................34Childs, Ted.............................34Dyson, Michael Eric.............34Eng, Phoebe..........................35Evers-Williams, Myrlie.........35Hinojosa, Maria....................35McNaught, Brian..................35Mfume, Kweisi......................34Oh, Angela..............................Poussaint, Dr. Alvin..............34Quiñones, John.....................35Whang, Suzanne......................Wu, Frank..............................35Yamashita, Bruce...................global & nationalBrundtland, Dr. Gro Harlem....2Campbell, Rt. Hon. Kim..........2Carter, President Jimmy........Dole, Senator Robert...........Edwards, Mickey.....................3Garten, Jeffrey........................Gorbachev, Pres. Mikhail......2Johnson-Sirleaf, Pres. Ellen.....3Kamdar, Mira..........................3Kasich, John............................3Mitchell, George.....................Nader, Ralph............................3Tutu, Archbishop Desmond....2Walesa, President Lech...........3Yunus, Muhammad.................2Zogby, John.............................2

healthaging

Curtis, Jamie Lee...................23Downs, Hugh.........................Dychtwald, Ken & Maddy.........23

Nuland, Dr. Sherwin............23Perls, Dr. Thomas..................23Roberts, Doris.......................23Schimmel, Robert...................Sheehy, Gail...........................23

cancerCawthon, Roger & Kathy.....25Corrigan, Kelly.......................25Drescher, Fran.......................25Ellerbee, Linda......................25Kelly, Linda Armstrong.........Kotb, Hoda............................25Samuelson, Michael...............Schimmel, Robert.................25Wallace, Marcia.......................

fitness & nutritionAtkinson, Dr. Holly................Fogle, Jared............................24Freeman, Yvette.....................24Greene, Bob...........................24LL Cool J..................................Michaels, Jillian.....................24O’Neil, Carolyn.....................24Simmons, Richard.................24Squires, Sally............................healthcare experts & policyCarmona, Dr. Richard..........22Elders, Dr. M. Joycelyn.........22Kerr, Vincent..........................Morrison, Ian........................22Nash, David............................Porter, Michael......................22Reinhardt, Uwe.....................22Satcher, Dr. David................22

heart & strokeBazell, Robert........................26Jackson, Kate.........................26Lasorda, Tommy....................26Lawrence, Vicki.....................26Piscatella, Joe.........................26Wheeler, Cass.........................26

wellness & balanceAblow, Dr. Keith....................Boreysenko, Dr. Joan.............Dumas, Dr. Christine...........27Oz, Dr. Mehmet & Roizen, Dr. Michael..27Peeke, Dr. Pamela..................27Savard, Dr. Marie...................27Smith, Dr. Ian.......................27Snyderman, Dr. Nancy..........27media & commentaryBernstein, Carl.........................4Brown, Campbell...................Cooper, Anderson..................4Ingraham, Laura.....................King, Larry...............................4Kristof, Nicholas.....................4Lowry, Rich.............................5Mitchell, Andrea......................5Nomani, Asra.........................Rather, Dan..............................4Sawyer, Forrest.......................Schieffer, Bob..........................5Suarez, Ray..............................Vargas, Elizabeth....................5Walters, Barbara......................5Williams, Juan..........................4Woodward, Bob.......................5

Zahn, Paula.............................motivation & inspiration

Ansari, Anousheh.................28Bailey, Simon T......................29Clark, Dan..............................29Crawford, Roger.....................Crow, Robin...........................28Fuller, Millard........................28Gruwell, Erin........................29Harrell, Keith........................28Leonard, Mike.......................29Miles, Frank............................Poscente, Vince.....................28Scharenbroich, Mark.............Taylor, Susan L......................29Uzzell, Steve............................Williamson, Martha...............Woodruff, Lee.......................28Zander, Benjamin.................29sports & adventureBallard, Robert.......................Breashears, David.................30Belichick, Bill.........................30Dawes, Dominique................Ditka, Mike.............................Esiason, Boomer...................31Foreman, George.....................Greenberg, Mike...................30Gumbel, Greg........................30Jackson, Phil............................Joyner-Kersee, Jackie............31Kenny, Brian..........................31Levy, Marv...............................Long, Howie..........................30Morris, Jim “The Rookie”.....Parcells, Bill............................30Petersen, Neal........................31Rodriguez, Chi Chi................31

women’s voicesBennetts, Leslie.....................33Berry, Mary Frances..............Cattrall, Kim..........................32Collins, Judy...........................33Evans, Gail.............................32Gerritsen, Tess.......................Jones, Star...............................32Leno, Mavis.............................Lichtenberg, Ronna...............MacDowell, Andie................33McGinnis, Marcy A...............32Mitchell, Pat...........................33Najimy, Kathy........................33Pearl, Mariane........................32Rowell, Victoria.....................33Wiehl, Lis................................32Wiseman, Rosalind.................

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