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Internet/Television:
Award-Winning Actor, Activist & Author
A breakout star of FX’s Golden Globe-nominated series, Pose, Ryan Jamaal Swain is a triple-threat actor, dancer, and singer who was named to Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list for his LGBTQIA+ activism.
Comedian & Cancer Survivor
Known as "Pat" on Saturday Night Live speaker Julia Sweeney authored God Said, "Ha!" after she lost her brother to cancer and then learned she had the disease.
Marine Biologist, TV Personality & Author
Luke Tipple is a marine biologist, TV personality, best selling author, entrepreneur and pilot. Guided by the universal language of the water he’s spent the past 30+ years in, on or under the surface, experiencing its gifts and brutalities.
Actress & Comedian
Speaker Lily Tomlin's success as a comedian and actress has spanned a range of media for decades. In her entertaining keynotes, she recalls her career with candor and charm.
Filmmaker & Former CEO, the Black Family Channel
Raised by a single mom on the West Side of Chicago, Townsend transcended his environment to become an actor, writer, director, comedian, producer and ultimately, the President and CEO of the Black Family Channel.
Actress & Comedian
A TV and film actress, speaker Aisha Tyler is also an avid gamer, author, and Glamour contributor who often discusses issues surrounding feminine beauty in Hollywood.
Actor, Activist & Philanthropist
An actor known for his roles on Sex and the City and In Treatment, speaker Blair Underwood is the co-founder of Artists for New South Africa.
Actress & Women's Rights Activist
Actress, model, and speaker Gabrielle Union is one of America's top young stars, appearing in Bring It On and Ugly Betty. She also advocates for women's rights.