Moderators
When dealing with a panel, considering a moderator is also a best practice. They can frame the issue, keep the discussion moving, and facilitate questions to the panel. Leading Authorities represents some of today’s top commentators who have vast experience driving conversations around hot-button issues. See our full roster of moderators here.
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MIka Brzezinski
Co-Host of MSNBC’s Morning Joe and Best-Selling Author
An extrodinary speaker that can wake up any event with her insight and grace, Mika Brzezinski is one of the top news anchors that everyone turns to in the morning. Brzezinski's presentations give audiences a smart, savvy, and insightful perspective on the news of the day, and an inside look behind the scenes of a hit morning show.
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Joe Scarborough
Co-Host of MSNBC’s Morning Joe and Former U.S. Congressman (R-FL)
An outspoken analyst, Joe Scarborough passionately explores current events both on his daily program Morning Joe and in his presentations. A former member of Congress, he is a fervent supporter of a balanced budget, human rights, and environmental causes.
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Ron Brownstein
Political Director, Atlantic Media Company
Part journalist, part historian, all shrewd political observer, Ron Brownstein explains with lucid precision the complexities of American politics. As the political director of Atlantic Media Company, he produces sharp contemporary analysis on politics, the media, healthcare, and the whole range of issues informed by his strong sense of America's political and national history. His speeches reflect the depth of his knowledge of the wide expanse of America's past and present, making him one of the most trustworthy predictors of America's future.
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John Harris
Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of POLITICO
Harris brought two decades of experience from the Washington Post toPolitico, and, together with co-founder Jim VandeHei, a focused editorial vision of politics and policy. He offers a unique view of the rhythms of DC politics and policy, and provides context and "predictive Politico intelligence" to audiences looking for a deeper understanding of the issues, and a grasp of how current and future policies will affect their industries.
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Jim VandeHei
Co-Founder and Executive Editor of POLITICO
Together with co-founder John F. Harris, VandeHei created Politico and Politico.com, where he serves as executive editor. Jim VandeHei combines his career as an on-the-beat political reporter with his experience creating an innovative media outlet that is helping define political discourse in America. He addresses politics, Congress, the White House, political campaigns, the future of journalism, and new media.
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Alexis Glick
CEO of Gen YOUth Foundation & Senior Fellow for the Kauffman Foundation
Alexis Glick is the former Vice President of Business News and anchor of The Opening Bell for FOX Business News. She has also served as a correspondent for the Today Show and co-anchored the third hour of that program. Glick is currently CEO of Gen YOUth Foundation and the senior fellow for the Kauffman Foundation. She travels the country speaking about a range of topics including the fate of the U.S. economy, the political climate in Washington, D.C., and her personal journey from running a business on Wall Street, among an array of other topics.
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Major Garrett
Congressional Correspondent for the National Journal
Major Garrett is a highly sought after and respected Congressional correspondent at the National Journal who has been at the forefront of our nation’s most important issues of the last decade. As a former television personality, Major Garrett has a humorous and dynamic speaking style, his speeches including anecdotes from his time on Capital Hill.
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Dana Perino
Political Commentator and Former White House Press Secretary
Dana Perino brings a unique viewpoint from her time inside the White House, providing the insight into the current political climate that will give organizations a clear picture of the changes to come. She calls on her experience at the highest-level of government to impart strategies that will help organizations manage their reputations in trying economic times. Perino is also an exceptional moderator, and a keen analyst of the latest political news.
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Scott Pelley
CBS Evening News Anchor and Managing Editor
Award-Winning 60 Minutes Correspondent
Scott Pelley provides audiences with his expert and nuanced perspective from a career spent on the frontlines of history. As an Emmy Award-winning journalist, he has covered the major events and the poignant and moving stories that have captured the attention of the American people. He includes a collection of inspiring and motivational stories that will capture the imagination, offer valuable life lessons, and excite audiences with possibilities for tomorrow.
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Check out a full roster of our moderators here.