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TIME magazine’s annual Women of the Year list has spotlighted 16 influential women shaping culture, leadership, and equity in 2026—including two celebrated speakers with whom APB has collaborated: Mel Robbins and Sheryl Lee Ralph.  

The Bumblebee Blueprint: Tiny Truths for a Bigger, Braver Life, a new book by transformational leader and APB exclusive speaker Carmen Ortiz-McGhee, is drawing attention for its blend of personal narrative and practical growth strategies for professionals, leaders, and anyone seeking resilience in turbulent times. 

Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW), observed March 8–14, 2026, will bring national focus to the ongoing effort to improve healthcare safety and reduce preventable harm in medical settings across the United States and globally. This year’s theme, “Team Up for Patient Safety,” emphasizes collaborative involvement among care teams, patients, and families to strengthen healthcare delivery and outcomes. During this dedicated week, several influential voices—including expert APB speakers with deep experience in patient advocacy, public health, and clinical leadership—will help elevate the conversation around safety, equity, and quality in healthcare. 

From geopolitical upheaval and economic uncertainty to rapid advances in AI, today’s leaders are facing more questions—and fewer clear answers—than ever before. In moments like these, clarity isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. Our featured speakers help organizations make sense of complexity, offering grounded insights and forward-looking perspectives on the forces shaping our world. With expertise across geopolitics, economics, technology, and leadership, these voices equip audiences to think clearly and lead confidently.

Every year March marks Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the powerful roles of women throughout history. APB continues to represent a number of speakers on women's issues, from award-winning actresses and activists to journalists, best-selling authors, entrepreneurs and innovative global leaders. Check out some of our most sought-after female voices below.

Shark Tank favorites and real-life cousins Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac brought fresh excitement to the hit ABC business competition recently with a spotlight on their rapidly growing seafood empire, Cousins Maine Lobster. Appearing in a prime segment, the duo showcased their latest venture—the launch of new fried seafood restaurant locations—while marking a significant milestone for the brand’s growth: surpassing $1 billion in business since the company’s founding in 2012. The franchise’s evolution from a single food truck to a national seafood powerhouse demonstrates the staying power of their authentic Maine-inspired concept and strategic vision.

What if understanding civic life didn’t start in a classroom, at a meeting, or behind a screen, but right outside your front door? That’s the idea behind Power Walk, a new initiative from Citizen University in collaboration with The New York Times’ Headway Team. Co-founder, CEO and APB Exclusive Speaker Eric Liu helped launch this project as a simple yet powerful way for people to explore how civic power actually works—by taking a walk through their own neighborhoods.

Bestselling author, cultural commentator, and APB speaker Kelly Corrigan is calling for a renewed embrace of intellectual humility in an era shaped by instant opinions and constant certainty. In her latest essay for Big Think’s The Well, Corrigan reflects on the surprising power of admitting, “I don’t know”—a phrase she believes can open doors to curiosity, empathy, and deeper human connection.

We are excited to share that Chamique Holdsclaw, one of the most decorated players in women’s basketball history and an APB exclusive speaker, has been named a Finalist for the Class of 2026 by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. A three-time NCAA Champion at Tennessee, the No. 1 overall pick in the 1999 WNBA Draft, six-time WNBA All-Star, and 2000 Olympic gold medalist, Holdsclaw helped shape a generation of women’s basketball with her dominance, leadership, and competitive fire. The full Hall of Fame Class of 2026 will be announced April 4 on ESPN2 during Final Four Weekend.

Planning a successful event with the perfect keynote speaker can feel overwhelming. Between identifying the right voice for your audience, navigating contract negotiations, and coordinating countless logistics, the process demands time that many event planners simply don't have. This is where partnering with a speakers bureau like American Program Bureau (APB) and working with one of our dedicated, expert agents becomes invaluable.