Formerly a broadcast journalist, Connie Dieken brings the insights from her bestsellers Talk Less, Say More and Become the Real Deal to thought leadership presentations assisting executives to develop presence and influence. Connie spent twenty years as a television journalist working for both ABC and NBC. In this time she was awarded five Emmys, two […]
Dr. Michelle Rozen specializes in managing change and has been featured in NBC, ABC, CNN, FOX News and many more media outlets. She is the author of three books and writes for the Huffington Post on issues related to motivation, personal and professional growth and managing change in our lives so that we can all […]
The most recognized action sports figure in the world, Tony Hawk was just nine-years old when his brother changed his life by giving him a blue fiberglass Bahne skateboard. By fourteen he’d turned pro, and by sixteen he was widely considered the best skateboarder on earth. In 1999, he became the first skater to ever […]
Dr. Jeff Chen MD/MBA is an impact entrepreneur passionate about driving innovation in the cannabis, hemp, healthcare, and sustainability sectors. At the age of 29, Dr. Chen became one of the youngest leaders of a major university research initiative when he became the Founding Director of the UCLA Cannabis Research Initiative, one of the first […]
As the founder and CEO of Homeboy Industries, Father Greg Boyle has dedicated his life to helping LA’s most marginalized individuals find a place in society’s ranks. He has become a beacon of hope around the world inspiring others with his work. In 2014, Father Greg was selected as one of the White House Champions […]
As a highly effective coach and builder/leader of teams, James Coltharp leverages effective assessment tools in combination with his ability to motivate and inspire individuals, teams, and organizations to create greater consistency in attaining peak performance. Coltharp’s longstanding passion to create community impact & involvement is the genesis of the KeePressingOn Project, serving businesses, teams, […]
Formerly homeless, Liz Murray transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope and hard-won success.
Peter Frankopan is a world-renowned historian and bestselling author whose expertise in global history, geopolitics, and cultural exchange offers powerful insights for today’s interconnected world. As a dynamic speaker praised as a “history rock star,” he brings an engaging and accessible style that resonates with diverse audiences, from academic to corporate settings. His deep understanding […]
Robert Costa is Chief Election and Campaign Correspondent for CBS News. Previously, he covered the White House, Congress, and campaigns for The Washington Post and was the moderator of “Washington Week” on PBS. He holds a bachelor’s degree in American studies from the University of Notre Dame and a master’s degree from the University of […]
The quintessential sportscaster, Emmy Award-winner Bob Costas has been covering the greatest, most inspiring sporting events for more than 25 years. Known for his class and charm, he has come to be one of the most respected sports journalists of our time.