Resilience, Stress & Happiness
Best-Selling Author, Creator and Host of Podcasts “Terrible Thanks for Asking” & “It’s Going To Be OK”
How are you? Nora McInerny wants to know the truth. As the creator and host of the podcasts “Terrible, Thanks For Asking” & “It’s Going To Be OK,” and the TED speaker known for her viral talk, Nora specializes in making space for emotional honesty and difficult conversations.
Resiliency Expert & Coach
An internationally recognized expert on resiliency and stress reduction, Dr. Eva Selhub specializes in helping individuals and organizations improve health, wellbeing, productivity and outcomes by creating a culture of resilience.
Cognitive Scientist and Humanistic Psychologist & Host: The Psychology Podcast
Renowned humanistic psychologist, Scott Barry Kaufman, explores the depths of human potential by challenging traditional metrics of success.
CEO, Entrepreneur, & Best-Selling Author, PIVOT
How do we cope and thrive in the unprecedented new world we now and ourselves in? The answer, says bestselling author, workplace expert and resilience researcher, Adam Markel, is to tap the power of resilience to become Change Proof.
Leadership & Resilience Expert
Dr. Taryn Marie is the #1 foremost international expert on leadership and resilience, leadership development, and executive coaching in the face of challenge, complexity, and change.
Current TV Personality for ESPN & Former American Paralympian Swimmer
Victoria’s life drastically changed in 2006 at 11 when she developed two rare conditions where she quickly lost the ability to speak, eat, walk and move. She, however, was not ready to give up. She eventually competed in the 2012 Paralympic Games.
Physician, Researcher, Thought Leader, Well-Being Expert & Author
Jordyn H. Feingold, MD, MAPP, MSCR is a resident physician in psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in NYC, well-being researcher, positive psychology practitioner, and founder of the emerging field of positive medicine.
Motivator & Author on Resilience, Adversity & Achievement
Nina Sossamon-Pogue is sought-after speaker and author on resilience, adversity and achievement. A former member the USA Gymnastics team, she became an award-winning journalist and television news anchor.
Assistant Professor of Public Health
Dr. Portia Jackson Preston is an Assistant Professor of Public Health at California State University, Fullerton, where she conducts research on multilevel approaches to self-care, and examines stressors such as racism drivers of health inequity.
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.
Biologist & Stress Expert, Author
Dr. Rebecca is a science-backed leadership and performance expert, driving teams to excel through change and engage ALL-IN.
Brain Scientist
Wherever the very latest neuroscience intersects with real-world challenges facing the workplace, education, healthcare, and our everyday lives, you’ll find energizing insights from brain scientist John Medina.
Psychiatrist & Founder of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine
James S. Gordon, MD, a Harvard-educated psychiatrist and former NIMH researcher. He is the Founder and CEO of the nonprofit Center for Mind-Body Medicine (CMBM) in Washington, DC.
Business Thought Leader & Healthcare Expert
Audiences are demanding speakers with real-world expertise and a proven background of success. Nicholas Webb enjoys one of the best reputations for delivering powerful and relevant talks that delight his audience.
Mindset Expert
Karen M. Allen is a Mindset Expert and TEDx Speaker who is passionate about equipping individuals with the tools and resources to feel better, live better, and achieve their goals with a healthy mindset.
Helping Teams & Individuals Overcome Adversity
Austin Hatch is a walking miracle who survived two plane crashes in the span of 8 years. He launched his entrepreneurial venture Overcome It in 2019 and has since spoken to organizations across the country about his road to recovery.
Award Winning Actress, Accomplished Writer, Director & Producer
Helen Hunt has enjoyed a distinguished career not only as an award-winning actor but also as an accomplished writer, director and producer. As an actress, her extensive and diverse body of work includes roles in film, theater and television.
CEO of Gray Matters Consulting
Kim Bevill is an internationally recognized speaker, CEO of Gray Matters consulting, educator, author, and mother who addresses a wide-spread need for behaviors that harness the brain in the workplace and our personal life.
Motivational Speaker & Author
Speaker Christine Cashen, one of today's most dynamic motivators worldwide, delivers a fast-paced, hilarious program on innovative ideas, handling conflict, reducing stress, and energizing employees.
Director of Cycling Content, Peloton
As the Director of Cycling Content at Peloton, Cody reminds everyone in his class to push themselves, but have a good time doing it, because we all need to have a little more fun.
Olympic Speed Skater & Design Thinking Expert
John “Kairos" Coyle is a true polymath: a champion athlete, a widely-read intellectual, a seasoned executive, an NBC sports analyst, a 3 time TedX speaker, a professor and award winning author of two books.
Shaquille O'Neal's "Head Coach for Happiness"
Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo is the authority on how to crush your inner critic so that you can live your life with purpose, fulfillment, and True Success™ – both personally and professionally.
Fitness & Transformation Expert
Heidi Powell is the ultimate female force. She is a trainer, transformation specialist, businesswoman and author. Heidi became a fixture in America’s living room as she worked side-by-side husband Chris Powell on ABC’s hit show, Extreme Weight Loss.
International Business Leader
An entrepreneur and humanitarian, speaker Marilyn Tam helps organizations integrate social and environmental concerns into business profitably.
Best-Selling Author of The Happiness Advantage
Shawn Achor is the world’s leading expert on the connection between happiness and success whose research has made the cover of Harvard Business Review.
Sociologist & Happiness Expert
The author of Raising Happiness Dr. Christine Carter shares science-based parenting advice and skills for building emotional intelligence.
Actress, Artist & Philanthropist
A multiple Emmy® and Golden Globe® winner, Jane Seymour has proven her talents in virtually all media, the Broadway stage, motion pictures and television. Her love of art and color has led to her great success as a painter and as a designer.
The Comedy Magician
Robert Strong, The Comedy Magician, has been entertaining audiences since 1985. He has performed on national television, in all 50 states, in 47 different countries, and twice at the White House.
Leadership & Happiness Expert
After graduating from Harvard Business School, Neil Pasricha spent a decade as Director of Leadership at Walmart, the world’s largest company. While there he wrote the 50-million-hit, award-winning blog 1000 Awesome Things and NYT bestsellers.
Founder & CEO, National CARES Mentoring Movement
The visionary that built the Essence brand, Taylor left the magazine to found an organization devoted to breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty among African-Americans.
Author and Leading Expert on Gender & Humor
Dr. Gina Barreca has appeared on The Today Show, CNN and Oprah to discuss gender and humor. Her speeches have been called “a breath of fresh air,” “a ray of sunshine...,” and “very funny and uplifting.”
17th Surgeon General & CEO, Canyon Ranch Health
Having gone from high school dropout to serving as our nation’s top doctor, Carmona instills in audiences that anything is possible through commitment and determination.
America’s Funniest Stressbuster & Author
Known as “America’s Funniest Stressbuster,” Kay Frances has shared her message to “lighten up, stress less and take care of ourselves” in 38 states and Canada for over 25 years.
Author & Journalist
After ABC News anchor Bob Woodruff was wounded in Iraq, he and his wife, speaker Lee Woodruff, penned the best-selling In an Instant to help others cope with crisis.
Olympic Gold Medalist & Cancer Survivor
An unmatched athlete, celebrated health advocate, cancer survivor, and mother, Shannon Miller is an extraordinary individual who intimately understands the day-to-day plights of women experience.
Generational Expert
Meagan Johnson specializes in an "in-the-trenches" approach to customer service and human dynamics. Her common-sense insights help audiences navigate their relationships with both customers and co-workers.
Author, Educator & Social Activist
An expert on cultural diversity, Dr. Bertice Berry is an inspirational and humorous motivator who empowers people to improve their lives. She is the best-selling author of The Ties That Bind.
Storyteller & Comedian
Amy Dee is recognized by audiences across the country as a master storyteller and brilliant comedian. She combines her background in standup comedy and theatre with her RN degree and experience as a successful business owner.
Motivational Speaker
In his teens, Wynn promoted the world’s first video gaming system, and by age 27 he had developed success processes for 38 locations nationwide. His products are still being sold in 30 countries.
Author, Breast Cancer Survivor, Host of Exactly
Called “the voice of a generation” by O Magazine, Kelly Corrigan is the author of four New York Times bestsellers and host of the PBS primetime interview show Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan and the weekly podcast, Kelly Corrigan Wonders.
CNN Senior Medical Correspondent & Author
Elizabeth Cohen is senior medical correspondent for CNN's Health, Medical and Wellness unit, covering breaking medical news and health consumer reporting on CNN and CNN.com.
Academy Award-Winning Actress
One of Hollywood's most beloved actresses, Goldie Hawn is an Academy Award winner, producer, director, best-selling author, and children's advocate.
NASA Astronaut & Engineer
NASA engineer Jose Hernandez wanted to fly in space ever since he heard that the first Hispanic-American had been chosen to travel into space. That hard work paid off when Hernandez was selected to begin training as a mission specialist.
CEO of the Digital Wellness Institute
The only person to be named a Point of Light by two Presidents, Amy Blankson co-founded GoodThink and was a key driver in developing and scaling the company as it sought to bring the science of happiness to life.
First Nurse to Climb Seven Summits of the World
Patrick Hickey became the first nurse to climb the 7 summits of the world to call attention to the nation's nurse shortage. He parallels his story with goal setting, dedication, and facing adversity.
Cancer, Plane Crash & Heart Disease Survivor
In her empowering story of survival, Donna Hartley draws on three life-changing events in her life, igniting her audience with the firepower to awaken their untapped potential and master change in their lives.
Work & Life Balance Expert
Marston is one of the most sought-after experts in the country. Her company Life Quality Seminars is dedicated to spreading the message of how to balance life’s competing priorities and create a high quality life.
Productivity & Time Management Expert
Laura Stack is a leading expert in the field of employee productivity & workplace issues, having consulted with Fortune 500s for nearly 20 years. She is the author of What to Do When There's Too Much to Do.
Chair, Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute
As one of the nation’s top doctors and author of numerous best-selling books, health and wellness expert Dr. Michael Roizen reveals the seven secrets to losing weight and living longer.
America's Nutrition Leader
Nobody motivates an audience more about the benefits of smart nutrition, everyday exercise and commonsense core habits than Zonya Foco, RD, CSP, America's Nutrition Leader.
Performance Strategist for the World's Top Leaders
Victoria Labalme helps people perform at their highest levels by Risking Forward to express their hidden genius.
Stress Sciences Expert & Nutritional Consultant
Often referred to as “The People’s Wellness Expert,” Jeanne Ricks has taken her crusade from the streets to the auditorium with a mission to demystify all the myriad information about wellness.
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.
Cartoonist and Writer, Close to Home
McPherson is the cartoonist and writer behind the renowned comic panel Close to Home. McPherson has published more than 20 book collections, yearly block calendars, and an award-winning line of greeting cards.
CEO, Kathy Ireland Worldwide
One of the most successful supermodels in history and one of Forbes’ 50 most successful women, business speaker Kathy Ireland is the CEO of Kathy Ireland Worldwide, a design and marketing company.
Motivator
With her unstoppable can-do spirit and no-nonsense wit, Suzie Humphreys lifts, jolts, nurtures and stretches her audiences! She has gone from administrative secretary to TV talk show host to 20 years in radio.
Work-Life Balance Expert
The author of several best-selling books, life balance expert/coach Renee Trudeau helps professionals reduce stress, enhance resiliency and mindfulness and come into greater work-life balance.
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.
Inspiration for Movie, Patch Adams
Patch Adams is founder and director of Gesundheit Institute, a free health facility in operation for over 20 years. His speeches are enthusiastic, perceptive and very funny.
Physician Coach & CEO of TheHappyMD.com
With years of experience at a family practice and as a business coach, Dr. Dike Drummond is a high-energy speaker with a talent for enabling transformation rather than just providing entertainment or information.
Human Behavior Expert
Dr. Phillip McGraw, #1 New York Times best-selling author and Oprah's resident expert on human behavior, is clearly one of the world's most recognized experts in the strategy and management of life.
Former Chief Medical Editor, NBC News
Highly sought-after as a speaker, surgeon and veteran journalist Dr. Nancy Snyderman is one of America’s most trusted voices in healthcare.
Former Co-Host, The Chew
Daphne Oz was co-host of ABC's The Chew and is author of the national bestseller The Dorm Room Diet. Oz's work has centered on finding practical, delicious, and easy solutions to achieve lifelong health.
Cardiologist & CBS News Medical Contributor
A familiar face to viewers of CBS News, Dr. Tara Narula is a board certified cardiologist, associate director of the Cardiac Care Unit at Lenox Hill Hospital and assistant professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine.
Senior National Correspondent, Yahoo! News
Lisa Belkin is the Senior National Correspondent for Yahoo! News. Prior to joining Yahoo!, she was the Senior Correspondent at the Huffington Post, where she reported on life, work and family.
Actress
Peete is a TV star with roles in comedy and drama. Married to football player Rodney Peete, they have formed a foundation HollyRod, to help improve the lives of people plagued with devastating life circumstances.
Medicine & Health Commentator
Dr. Peeke is a regular medicine and science commentator for CNN and is a featured medicine and health commentator on NPR. She has also appeared as in-studio expert on the Oprah Winfrey Show, among others.
Founder of CHEF Clinic®
John La Puma M.D. is board-certified in internal medicine, a professionally trained chef and urban organic farmer. Founder of CHEF Clinic®, a national medical practice, The Wall Street Journal has called him “a secret weapon” in patient care.
International Activist & Humanitarian
Danielle Butin is the Founder and Executive Director of the Afya Foundation. Since its inception in 2007, Afya has shipped several hundred 40-foot containers packed with recovered humanitarian and medical supplies to more than 70 countries globally.
Doctor of Psychology
Dr. Robert Wicks has been called to speak calm into chaos by groups experiencing great stress, anxiety and confusion. In his talks, he reveals how to prevent secondary stress while maintaining an inner balance.
Corporate Wellness Expert & Host of Top 1% Podcast "Live Greatly”
Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert and TEDx speaker with a mission of supporting companies and Individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success & well-being.
Best-Selling Author & Accomplished Entertainment Executive
Tara Schuster is a best-selling author, playwright, and accomplished entertainment executive. Her book, Buy Yourself The F*cking Lilies, debuted as the #1 New Release in Humor Essays and Self-Help on both Audible and Kindle.
Burn Victim, Author & Founder of Rising Above Programs
At the age of nine, John was severely burned on 100% of his body. No one expected him to survive the first night. But he did. From this tragedy, John received the greatest gift – embracing the truth and chosing how to.
Entrepreneur & Cancer Survivor
With two successful businesses, four rounds of cancer (so far!), and one brain aneurysm under her belt, Courtney Clark is the luckiest unlucky person in the world.
Global Expert in Reducing Stress
Dr. Brian Alman, Ph.D., has stress care down to a science. His mission is to make the world a happier and healthier place driven by clinical outcomes accessible to anyone.
Clinical Psychologist & Executive Coach
A clinical psychologist, executive coach and international lecturer on stress, mindfulness and behavior change, Dr. Damon Bayles is committed to helping people cut through the noise and distress in their lives to develop clarity and confidence.
Trauma Survivor & Internationally Recognized Trauma Informed Care Expert
Tonier works tirelessly to raise the awareness about trauma informed care around the world. Tonier is an advocate and educator, speaking all over the world on trauma, addiction, incarceration, homelessness, substance abuse and mental health.
Human Behavior Expert
Colette Carlson is a human behavior expert and CPAE Hall of Fame motivational keynote speaker who inspires organizations and individuals to connect and communicate in real and relevant ways.
Mindful Leadership Expert, Author & Urban Monk
Pandit Dasa is a Mindful Leadership Expert, motivational keynote speaker and author. Pandit helps organizations improve employee engagement, retention and workplace happiness.
Powerful Mental Health Advocate, Olympic Gold Medalist & WNBA Hall of Famer
Chamique Holdsclaw was the #1 Pick in the 1999 WNBA Draft by the Washington Mystics. Aside from her outstanding athletic career, Chamique has dedicated her life’s work to mental health and wellness activism.
Host, Inside Mental Health Podcast, Author & Bipolar Advocate
Gabe Howard is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after speaker, but he wouldn’t be any of those things today if he hadn’t been committed to a psychiatric hospital and diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2003.
Grief Advocate, Entrepreneur & Bestselling Author
Marisa Renee Lee is a called upon grief advocate, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of Grief is Love: Living with Loss.
Founder, TOMS & Co-Founder, MadeFor
Blake Mycoskie is a serial entrepreneur best known for founding TOMS and the person behind the idea of One for One®, a business model that helps a person in need with every product purchased.
Chief Operating Officer, NAIC
Trail-blazing Executive. Authentic Leader. Unwavering Advocate. These are just a few of the descriptions that come to mind when describing the emergent and compelling voice of Carmen Ortiz-McGhee.
Former Head of Marketing for LaFace Records
Sheri Riley works with high achievers to make choices that lead to less stress and more clarity. She ran the marketing at LaFace Records where her innovative approach helped introduce the world to some of the most influential, multi-platinum artists.
Physician, CEO Coach, Communication & Burnout Expert, Author
An internal medicine physician who connects the dots between health and leadership performance by inspiring personal and cultural transformation across industries and healing burnout.
Three-Time Paralympic World Medalist
At only 21 years of age, Hunter Woodhall is redefining what it means to be an athlete, entrepreneur, and trailblazer, and setting a new tone for the next generation of dreamers.
Award-Winning Board-Certified Psychiatrist & Executive Coach
Dr. Anna Yusim is an internationally recognized, award-winning, Stanford- and Yale-educated Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Executive Coach.
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