American Program Bureau’s (APB) motivational and inspirational speakers share stories and life experiences that empower, inspire, and motivate audiences to reach for their aspirations while achieving personal or professional satisfaction and success.
Wes Moore
Wes Moore is a youth advocate, keynote speaker, Army combat veteran, promising business leader and the best-selling author of The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates - contrasting his childhood choices against another Wes Moore's who was eventually imprisoned.
Anousheh Ansari
She captured headlines around the world as the first female private space explorer, and earned a place in history as the first astronaut of Iranian descent. She is CEO, Chairman, and co-founder of Prodea Systems, a company which will significantly change the way all consumers interacts with the Internet and integrates ...
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, ...
Lee Woodruff
After her husband, ABC News anchor Bob Woodruff, sustained a critical brain injury in Iraq, they together penned In an Instant: A Family’s Journey of Love and Healing, The New York Times best-selling book about their family’s difficult journey through Bob’s recovery. Now, in her latest book, ...
Ronnie Milsap
An incredible storyteller, Milsap tells his inspirational story in a rich program, I Wouldn't Have Missed It for the World, interspersing songs with the defining moments of his life. By sharing his life in song, Milsap inspires others to follow their heart, whatever their abilities may be, and to find their place in ...
Erin Gruwell
Erin Gruwell leveraged the power of education to transform Long Beach's "unteachables," by teaching tolerance through literature and writing. Her tenacity and commitment to her students is chronicled in The Freedom Writers Diary - How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around ...
Bill Parcells
One of the most successful coaches in NFL history, Bill Parcells led the Dolphins from a 1-15 record to the playoffs in just one season - a turnaround unheard of. As a keynote speaker he shares proven leadership skills that draw on teambuilding and management experience gleaned from three turnarounds and an alchemy for ...
Susan L. Taylor
As editorial director of Essence, Taylor was the driving force behind one of the most celebrated black-owned business success stories in recent times. Her firm belief in personal empowerment and tapping into the power within motivates and inspired her employees to lead Essence to become a successful global ...
John F. Crowley
The Crowley family story has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and is the subject of the book, The Cure, and the film Extraordinary Measures, starring Harrison Ford and Brendan Fraser. It is an inspiring story of what it means to do "whatever it takes," against phenomenal odds, for your ...
Daymond John
Credited with creating the urban apparel market, Daymond John is the founder of FUBU & the branding guru on ABC's Shark Tank. His message draws on his experience as an entrepreneur & consultant.
Harry Markopolos
Harry Markopolos was catapulted into the spotlight as the man who blew the whistle on Bernie Madoff and his $50 billion Ponzi scheme. Passionate about fixing the system and preventing future abuses, Markopolos speaks about the Madoff scheme and how you can recognize and prevent fraud in your organization.
Venus Williams
By the tender age of 14, Venus Williams had already become a professional athlete, taking the world of tennis by storm. Fiercely determined and wielding an impressive physical prowess, she spent the next decade rising to the top-ranked position and winning numerous championships, including the US Open, Wimbledon, and ...
Steven Squyres
A certified science superstar, Squyres is best-known as the face and voice of NASA, having made history as the principal investigator of the Mars Exploration Rover Project and its pioneering drive across the planet’s surface by two high-tech robotic rovers. He shares insights on the historic mission as well as never ...
David Breashears
World-class filmmaker, adventurer, and mountaineer, David Breashears has combined his skills in climbing and cinematography to become one of the worlds most acclaimed adventure filmmakers. Most noted for his work on the IMAX film Everest: Mountain Without Mercy.
Robin Meade
The anchor of Morning Express with Robin Meade, airing on CNN's spinoff news channel HLN, Robin Meade has reported on many of today's most pressing issues – from politics and world events to momentous pop culture occurrences. Meade draws on her extensive knowledge of world affairs and experience as an anchor and ...
George Foreman
A boxing legend, ordained minister, successful entrepreneur, celebrity speaker and larger than life persona, Foreman credits a good part of his success to his spirituality and God being behind the scenes in every stage of his life. He explores his spiritual transformation from the darkest moments of his life to finally ...
Benjamin Zander
Since its foundation, Zander has held the esteemed position of conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra. A highly sought after speaker, he captivates audiences with his take on teamwork, creativity, leadership, the transformational power of music, extreme experiences, and how to be outrageous, courageous, and risk ...
Patrick Lencioni
Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group, a San Francisco Bay Area management consulting firm specializing in executive team development and organizational effectiveness. He is the author of seven business books.
Pat Riley
Coach and premier team builder, Pat Riley has been an NBA head coach for fifteen seasons. He has never missed the post season and has had more victories and appearances in NBA playoff games than any coach in league history. As two-time NBA “Coach of the Year” and “Coach of the Decade,” Riley led the Los Angeles ...
Dominique Dawes
Dawes burst into the international spotlight as the first African American gymnast to ever qualify and compete in an Olympic Games. She has won more National Championship medals than any other athlete, male or female, as well as four World Championship medals, along with the All Around title at the 1994 National ...
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