Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen are two of the nation’s most influential journalists. For years, they worked together building the nationally renowned digital media company POLITICO, transforming it from a newcomer on Captiol Hill to the website and accompanying newsletter that all of Washington considered a “must-read.” Now, they are co-founders of disruptive media company Axios, delivering quick, punchy news and insights on politics, business, media, and technology to a smart and highly-engaged audience. The company has already proved a disruptive force in the digital media space, specializing in high-quality news and analysis easily shared across social platforms by the country’s influential readers.

Olympic skier, best-selling author and CEO of The Goal Acceleration Institute, Vince Poscente masters life in the fast lane with electrifying energy and entertaining style. Vince uses his signature wit and wisdom in telling his unforgettable story as a recreational skier turned Olympian in just four years. Vince teaches teams to sell more, lead better and produce more, and will help companies move past obstacles to achieve success.

Joel fuses his knowledge of improvisation and his experience with the corporate world to create presentations that make a difference. His humor and style create a positive and comfortable environment for his audience that allows them to take risks and explore their creativity.

Ruben Gonzalez is a four-time Olympian and a national luge champion. Ruben uses his Olympic experiences to inspire audiences to think differently, to live life with passion and to have the courage to take the necessary steps toward their goals to push beyond their self-imposed limitations to produce better results. In his speeches he address peak performance and determination.