Corporations & Associations
Moderators & Emcees
Moderators & Emcees:
Emmy-Winning CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent
Whether he’s covering AI, the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, the latest consumer tech, a post-robot world, or preparing for climate change, David Pogue is a master communicator who brings even the most non-technical audiences up to speed.
Emmy Award-Winning Co-Anchor of ABC’s Nightline
One of the most prominent Asian Americans in broadcast news, Juju Chang is the Emmy Award-winning co-anchor of ABC News Nightline and a regular contributor to Good Morning America and 20/20.
Las Vegas Headliner & TV Host Personality
Jeff Civillico recently celebrated a 10-year run on the Las Vegas Strip as a Headliner with Caesars Entertainment at the iconic hotel properties The LINQ, The Flamingo, and The Paris.
U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC Studios
Katty Kay is an award-winning journalist and news anchor who brings an instinctively global perspective to her observations on American politics and global affairs – a result of having grown-up living and traveling all over the Middle East, as well as reporting from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S. throughout her career.
Former Editor & Managing Director, Fast Company
As the former Editor & Managing Director of Fast Company, Robert Safian is known for highlighting the “new” in business while keeping reverence for the “tried and true.”
Director of Global Communications, Heineken
Sarah Backhouse is a global communications leader with over 20 years of experience as a broadcast journalist, entrepreneur and executive.
ABC News Veteran, Creator & Host, What Would You Do?
A lifetime of “never taking no for an answer” took Quiñones from migrant farm work to the anchor desk at 20/20 and Primetime and creating, What Would You Do?, the hit show he hosts.
Greatest Jeopardy! Player of All Time & Jeopardy! Host
Ken Jennings became the stuff of legend when he beat fellow champs “Jeopardy James” Holzhauer and Brad Rutter to win $1 million and be named the “Greatest Jeopardy! Player of All Time.”
Former Marketing Lead at YouTube & Instagram
As one of very few marketers to work at both YouTube and Instagram, Jon hasn’t just seen the digital revolution; he helped create it. A member of the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Jon has been lauded for “cracking the code to going viral.”
Editor-in-Chief, The Cut
One of the nation’s rare Black female editors-in-chief and a 2020 Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, The Cut’s Lindsay Peoples shares an invaluable view of women’s empowerment, marketing to GenZ and elevating your brand in the era of BLM.
Host of NBC’s American Ninja Warrior & CBS’s The Talk
Akbar is the host of NBC’s four time Emmy nominated series American Ninja Warrior, Universal Kid’s spin off show, American Ninja Warrior Jr.
Six-Time Emmy Award-Winning Comedian, Network TV Host & Best-Selling Business Author
Ross Shafer is a 6x Emmy-winning comedian, TV host, and best-selling author who’s rescued 23 companies. His WOW vs. POW method shows leaders how to stay relevant, build loyalty, and thrive through change—with humor and impact.
Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune Magazine
Geoff Colvin is an award-winning thinker, author, broadcaster, and speaker on today's most significant trends in business. As Fortune's Senior Editor-at-Large, he is one of America's most respected commentators.
ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent
Martha Raddatz is ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent and co-anchor of This Week with George Stephanopoulos. She has covered national security, foreign policy and politics for decades.
Political Economist & Professor, Brown University
Acclaimed for his bold predictions, from Putin’s invasion of Ukraine to the impacts of the Trump presidency to Brexit, Brown University professor Mark Blyth continues to pinpoint the key forces that shape our economic futures.
CNN Chief National Correspondent
John King is the anchor of CNN's John King, USA, offering in-depth analysis, discussion and commentary on a blend of politics, national & world affairs, and social, cultural & media trends.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist, Author
The author of Life, Animated (inspiration for the Academy Award nominated film of the same name) shares his journey of connecting with his son, who has autism, through Disney movies.
FOX News Commentator
Widely regarded as one of America’s top speakers, New York Times Best-selling Author, Fox News Political Analyst and Award-winning Columnist Juan Williams has a talent for motivating and inspiring audiences.
Award-Winning Journalist & Commentator
Named "the best interviewer in the business" by Sports Illustrated, Roy Firestone is the former host of ESPN's Up Close Prime Time. Firestone is recognized for his gifts as a journalist, commentator and performer.
Former Editor-in-Chief, IndustryWeek
Corporate speaker John Brandt has spent decades studying leadership in effective, purpose-driven organizations, including IndustryWeek & Chief Executive.
Former Merrill Lynch Stockbroker & Author
Author and former Merrill Lynch stockbroker, Mark Jeffries has become a trusted adviser and communications consultant to some of the world's largest and most successful corporations, agencies and partnerships.
Business Leader & Founding Member, Fast Company
Polly LaBarre is co-author of Mavericks at Work, founding team member of Fast Company magazine, and co-founder of Management Lab, where she consults global brands and arms leaders with a Maverick Manual to hack the status quo and ramp up originality, invention and game-changing disruption.
Emmy Winning TV Host & Breast Cancer Survivor
Best known as the co-host of Dancing with the Stars and Entertainment Tonight and host of Game Show Network's wordplay game show, Tug Of Words, Emmy-winner Samantha Harris is also an author, certified health coach & cancer survivor.
CNBC Senior Analyst and Commentator, Trailblazing Financial Journalist
What are the forces driving the economy and how will they impact you, your business, your industry, and your investment decisions? Those are the questions Ron Insana has answered for viewers and listeners every single day for over three decades.
Author, Podcaster & TV Host
Touré is a host and Creative Director at TheGrio. He is a TV host, a podcaster, and the author of eight books including The Ivy League Counterfeiter and the Prince oral history Nothing Compares 2 U.
Peabody Award-Winning Journalist, Bestselling Author, Entrepreneur, Inspiring Storyteller & Host/Moderator
Mariana Atencio is on a mission to help people supercharge their careers, their workplace cultures, and their happiness by embracing the power of authenticity.
Best-Selling Author, Permission to Speak
Samara Bay is a sought-after speech coach and thought leader on a mission to change how power sounds. Her clients include top actors in Hollywood, C-suite execs and thought leaders, candidates for U.S. Congress, celebrities, activists, diplomats, moms returning to work, and high school girls who want to make a difference.
Global Keynote Speaker, Interactive Comedian, Event Emcee & Host
Greg Bennick can be the after-dinner comedic act that makes the conference memorable for years, or he can be the keynote speaker who drives your points home with his own unique style. Greg Bennick works with you to deliver impact!
Comedic Keynote, Author & Corporate Event Emcee
A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for companies such as FedEx, Ford, IBM, MetLife, and Pfizer.
Science Broadcaster, Decision Making Strategist, Tech/AI Expert, Philanthropist & Poker Champion
Liv Boeree retired from professional poker in 2019 soon after her breakout TED talk (3 Lessons on Decision Making from a Poker Champion) and is now focused on speaking, broadcasting/content creating, philanthropy and her popular podcast, Win-Win.
Host of Open Studio with Jared Bowen
Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen is the Emmy award-winning host of the weekly television series, Open Studio with Jared Bowen, which takes viewers inside the creative process, offering a blend of profiles, performances, and contemporary exhibitions by artists.
Motivation, Emotional Intelligence & Leadership Speaker, Award Winning Sales & Consulting Executive
Rich Bracken is an engaging keynote speaker and executive coach known for his dynamic storytelling and entertaining style.
Fox News Anchor & Attorney
A lawyer and Fox News anchor, Bream has covered numerous political campaigns, landmark Supreme Court decisions and Washington scandals.
9th Elected Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. stands at the forefront of leadership, spearheading transformative changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Media and Communication Coach, Creator of “YOU, Amplified!®,” Podcast Host & Author of The Power Of The Only
Angela Chee is a keynote speaker, emcee, media and communication coach, podcast host, and author of The Power Of The Only—Own Your Voice, Thrive In Any Environment.
Comedian
Wayne Cotter is a favorite of the talk shows, having appeared dozens of times with both David Letterman and Jay Leno. A top, nationally touring comedian, Wayne hosted the Fox Television Network series, Comic Strip Live for many years.
Trendspotter, Serial Entrepreneur & Investor
Named one of the “most creative people in business” by Fast Company, Soraya Darabi is a serial entrepreneur with a recognized eye for spotting tomorrow’s hottest trends in digital consumerism.
Shark Attack Survivor & Shark Week Star
An Australian Navy diver who lost two limbs in a brutal shark attack that changed his life, de Gelder now inspires others to overcome obstacles and champions shark conservation.
Editorial Director of Protocol
Emily Dreyfuss is the Editorial Director of Protocol, a new tech news publication from the publisher of Politico. Dreyfuss was named a member of The Neiman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard.
Award-Winning Writer & Analyst, Co-Host of #1 Business Podcast "Prof G Markets"
Ed Elson is a business writer, analyst, and co-host of the Prof G Markets podcast with Scott Galloway.
Entertainer for Corporate & Healthcare Audiences
In 1985, David Glickman left the American Heart Association to become a full-time speaker and entertainer, specializing in finding humor in the hectic corporate and healthcare environments.
Former Division I Head Basketball Coach, Thought Leader, Host of The Mark Gottfried Show
Coach Mark Gottfried is a former Division One head basketball coach & player and is currently the host of The Mark Gottfried Show.
Award-Winning Business Journalist
Lisa Granatstein is an award-winning business journalist, with decades of experience covering an array of topics in sports, entertainment, media, marketing and technology.
Brand Architect & Founder, CEO Brand Leadership Roundtable
Larry Gulko is a brand architect and strategist, media personality, and entrepreneur with a track record for positioning an eclectic range of brands to compete more effectively in today’s rapidly evolving and ever-changing global business environment.
Award-Winning One-Man Show
Jason Hewlett’s speaking career began following the performance of his popular One-Man Show at a corporate event. Jason’s customized presentation and content, combined with music and comedy, has turned into multiple speeches for nationwide clients.
Emmy & Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist
Maria Hinojosa is the Pulitzer Prize-winning founder of Futuro Media based in New York City. She has written four books, won multiple awards, and is the Anchor and Executive Producer of the Peabody Award-winning show Latino US.
Renowned Entertainer & Mentalist
Craig Karges dazzles the mind as he challenges his audiences to question what is real and what is unreal, what is possible and what is impossible. You don't just watch his performance; you experience it.
Legendary Music Mogul Behind Destiny's Child, Beyoncé & Solange
Mathew Knowles taps into every area of his expertise to deliver engaging, educational, and motivating keynotes that will leave a lasting impression on your audience.
World-Leading Tech Magician, Digital Illusionist & Expert on the Psychology of Imagination, Innovation & Creativity
For nearly two decades Keelan Leyser has been providing blue-chip companies worldwide with conference presentations that combine a potent blend of cutting-edge psychology, state of the art digital illusion, mentalism and corporate theatre.
Correspondent, NPR Washington Desk
Mara Liasson is a national political correspondent for NPR. Her reports can be heard regularly on NPR's award-winning newsmagazine programs Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
Best-Selling Author of The Sleep Fix, ABC News Anchor & Correspondent
Diane Macedo is currently the daytime anchor for ABC News Live, ABC News’ 24/7 streaming news channel, anchoring ABC News Live Update, The Breakdown and breaking news and special events.
Commentator, Journalist, Musician, Activist & Producer
Selema Masekela is a beloved commentator, journalist, musician, activist and producer best known for his work across NBC, VICE, E!, ESPN, Nat Geo & beyond.
Veteran Comedy Emcee & Professional Speaker
McInnis has been performing comedy, emceeing events and delivering humor keynotes for the past 15 years. She’s worked with corporations, associations and professional events to make sure the event is a HIT.
Courageous Pioneer & Combat-Proven Leader
Colonel Martha E. McSally is a pioneering combat-proven leader and celebrated author. McSally is a compelling example of overcoming adversity and fear to achieve extraordinary feats.
International Emcee, Keynote Speaker, Awards Host & On Air Personality
From wrapping a boa constrictor around her neck at age 5 to runner-up in the National Spelling Bee, Amy has always known that stage is where meaning meets magic. She channels that lifelong call as an emcee, keynote speaker, and host with authentic presence, magnetic energy, and rhythm that makes audiences feel connected and alive.
International Human Connection Keynote Speaker & Author
Riaz Meghji is an international human connection keynote speaker and author of the book Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection That Build Extraordinary Relationships.
Anchor, The Beat with Ari Melber
Ari Melber is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer and attorney. He serves as Chief Legal Correspondent for MSNBC, covering the Justice Department, Supreme Court, FBI, prominent court cases and national legal issues.
Voice Actor, Game Designer & Chief Creative Officer at Critical Role
Matthew Mercer (he/him) is a world renowned voice actor, storyteller, writer, and TTRPG game designer. As CCO and Game Master of Critical Role, Matthew has taken his players and audience on a journey through danger, magic, and intrigue entirely through his impressive abilities as a world builder.
Award Winning Sportswriter & Author of Seven Books
Gary Myers is the former NFL Columnist for the Dallas Morning News and New York Daily News. He is the author of seven books.
Anchor of Inside Edition & Best-Selling Author
As the anchor of Inside Edition, Norville is an acclaimed television journalist, active volunteer, and author of Back On Track: How to Straighten Out Your Life When it Throws You a Curve, among other books.
Emmy-Award Winning Host of This Old House & Ask This Old House
Kevin O’Connor is the Emmy-award winning host of the PBS series This Old House and Ask This Old House and has been on the shows since 2003. Kevin also hosted shows for Roku, the DIY network, and The History Channel.
Actor, Comedian, Author, Game Show Host & Television Personality
John O'Hurley is best known as J. Peterman on Seinfeld, the #1 syndicated television show in the world, for which he won a Screen Actor’s Guild Award. This year is the 20th Anniversary of the NBC Dog Show (32 million viewers) which he hosts.
Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Executive Leadership Expert & ABC Contributor
Author, Catalyst, and Executive Coach Laura Gassner Otting inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo.
Emmy Award-Winning Co-Anchor of ABC's Nightline & Best-Selling Author
Byron Pitts is an award-winning journalist who has covered some of the most horrific and dangerous news stories in the world, from Sept. 11 to Hurricane Katrina to the Boston Marathon to wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
ABC News Correspondent & U.S. Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel
Stephanie Ramos is a correspondent for ABC News based in NYC. She has been front and center on every major news story and has covered everything from the White House, the COVID pandemic, the tragic Parkland shooting, and more.
Opinion Columnist for The Washington Post
Catherine Rampell writes a twice-weekly, nationally syndicated opinion column for The Washington Post. She covers economics, public policy, politics, and culture, with a special emphasis on data-driven journalism.
Aerospace Engineer & Former NASA Rocket Scientist
Shayla Rivera is an Aerospace Engineer and former Rocket Scientist with NASA turned salesperson, corporate trainer, and now TV & Radio host, Emcee/Host, Comedian, Actor, and Professor of Practice with the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University.
Executive Producer, Host & Best-Selling Author
From the Baltimore Opera to QVC shopping channel, executive producer, host, and best-selling author Mike Rowe has had hundreds of jobs and relished his role as a chronic freelancer.
Best-Selling Author & Accomplished Entertainment Executive
After overcoming a childhood of adversity, Tara Schuster quickly rose up the ranks of Comedy Central where she rocketed upwards to become the youngest Vice President of Talent and Development at the network.
Corporate Funnyman
A corporate funnyman whose clients include McDonald's, Microsoft and United, speaker Greg Schwem provokes laughs at today's fast-paced business world.
Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, Emcee & Burnout Expert
Rachel Sheerin is a high-energy keynote speaker and burnout expert who helps teams and leaders boost engagement, resilience, and success — without sacrificing happiness.
Former Senior White House Official, CNN Political Contributor & Co-Host of the Trailblaze Podcast
Jamal Simmons has been at the nexus of politics and media for three decades. He is currently a Political Commentator on CNN and Co-Host of the TralBlaze Podcast on Politicon.
Renowned Broadcaster, Author & Host, On Shifting Ground, NPR Veteran
Journalist and author Ray Suarez hosts On Shifting Ground, a radio program syndicated on NPR and PRX stations across the U.S.
Work Culture Expert, Improvisational Humorist & Author
Joel Zeff creates energy. He is a dynamic speaker, work culture expert, improvisational humorist, and author.