Rising to the utmost heights in their careers, American Program Bureau’s (APB) executive leadership speakers know what it takes to be great and lead others to greatness. Distinguishing themselves as corporate CEOs, public sector leaders, and pioneering thought leaders in all fields, APB’s executive leadership speakers offer insight and cogent advice to other executives on how to effectively lead an organization towards success.
Steve Wozniak
Steve Wozniak changed the world of computers when he designed Apple's first line of products: The Apple I and the Apple II. He currently serves as Chief Scientist for Fusion-IO and is a published author with the release of his New York Times best-selling autobiography, iWoz: From Computer Geek to Cult Icon.
Rick Belluzzo
A 30-year tech industry veteran and former president and COO of Microsoft, Belluzzo is the CEO of Quantum Corporation, a data protection business. Belluzzo is responsible for guiding the company's business strategy and direction.
Rhonda Kallman
Recognized as the "Pioneering Woman in the Beer Industry," Rhonda Kallman is the co-founder of Boston Beer Company (the maker of Sam Adams beers), where she helped revolutionize craft brewing. She is currently the CEO of McMillan Distillery.
Sir Richard Branson
A global entrepreneur known for his unique vision, creative management style, and brilliant ability to motivate employees, Richard Branson is the branding guru behind Virgin Group, Ltd. - an empire he has built of over 360 companies in areas of entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. With his signature wit and down-to-earth ...
Watts Wacker
Watts Wacker is one of the most celebrated and influential minds in modern business. A lecturer, best-selling author, political commentator and social critic, he is one of the world’s most respected futurists. His uncommon versatility and vision has allowed him to help the world’s top corporations and organizations ...
Suzanne de Passe
Blessed with a keen ear for talent, the Emmy Award-winning de Passe began her career at Motown Records as creative assistant to company founder Berry Gordy. She brought in the Jackson 5 and subsequently rose to become president of Motown Productions. A powerful figure in Hollywood, de Passe's work encompasses the ...
Jeff Taylor
As founder of Monster and Eons, Jeff Taylor is recognized as an innovator and visionary business leader in the Internet and careers industries. As an inspirational and enthusiastic keynote speaker, Taylor zeroes in on what lies ahead by drawing on his experience as a big picture entrepreneur and expert at technology, ...
Robin Chase
Changing 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 ecoawakening, she always aims to create efficient ways to support the environment.
Daniel S. Goldin
Having served three US presidents as the leader of NASA, Goldin transitioned the agency from a Cold War-focused mission to one of global leadership in revolutionary, scientific, and technical pursuits. A senior fellow at the Council on Competitiveness, Goldin is dedicated to the improvement of American competitiveness, ...
Pat Mitchell
The former President and CEO of Public Broadcasting Service, Mitchell is the first woman and first producer to serve as CEO of the nation's largest and only non-commercial broadcasting service. She is now the President and CEO of The Paley Center for Media. A former network correspondent and head of Time Warner's CNN ...
Howard Putnam
For more than 30 years, Putnam - the former CEO of Southwest Airlines - played a leading role in the rapidly changing environment of the airline industry. He is the author of The Winds of Turbulence.
Caroline Casey
A visually impaired social entrepreneur working to enhance the relationship between disability and society, Caroline has received several high profile awards in recognition of her work worldwide. She was the first Irish person to be appointed a Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum in 2006 and was awarded an ...
John Kotter
John Kotter is Leadership Professor at Harvard University. He has blazed new trails in how we understand leadership as a force for change in any organization, and in the distinction between leaders and managers. He is the author of 15 books.
Caroline Baron
Influential producer of Capote and a passionate activist, Baron is one of Hollywood’s most celebrated businesswomen. She is also the founder of FilmAid, a humanitarian organization that uses the power of film to address the needs of displaced people around the world.
Gerald M. Levin
Gerald M. Levin, until May of 2002, was the Chairman and CEO of Time Warner Inc., at that time the world's largest media and entertainment company, with industry-leading businesses in publishing and news, cable networks, filmed entertainment, cable systems, music and interactive services.
John Wood
At age 35, John Wood left an executive career track at Microsoft Corporation to form Room to Read, a nonprofit organization that "combines the heart of Mother Theresa with the scalability of Starbucks" to help children across the developing world break the cycle of poverty through the power of education. Razor-sharp ...
Trish McEvoy
Trish McEvoy has created one of today's most successful skin care and makeup brands by relying on her instincts and the feedback of thousands of women who attend her workshops. The dream that has fueled her success has always been to teach every woman she meets how to look her personal best.
Donald Trump
Trump is the very definition of a success story, continually setting the standards of excellence while expanding his interests in real estate, gaming, sports, and entertainment. He is the archetypal businessman, a deal-maker without peer and an ardent philanthropist. But the star of NBC's hit show, The Apprentice, ...
Terry Jones
As founder of Travelocity.com, chairman of Kayak.com, and Chief Information Officer at American Airlines/Sabre, Terry Jones is on the cutting edge of innovation and change in the new information age. Now, Jones teaches audiences how to keep up with this rapidly changing world in a series of educational and actionable ...
Scott McKain
Best-selling author and internationally renowned speaker Scott McKain's captivating presentations and best-selling books clearly reveal how to create more compelling connections between you and your customers, and how to stand out and move up, regardless of the economic climate in your industry.
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