Zachary Karabell is a renowned economist and the author of The Leading Indicators: A Short History of the Numbers That Rule Our World. With his prolific, award-winning writing career, illustrious background on Wall Street, and PhD from Harvard, he offers audiences a tour de force of what’s to come and shows that optimism is a vital ingredient for capitalizing on current economic opportunities. He brings a unique perspective to the discussion of globalization and the economic environment and shares insights on how to use big data to get a real picture of the global economy.

A decorated combat veteran with more than 28 years serving our country in various high-profile public roles, The Honorable Patrick J. Murphy brings a vision focused on innovation, efficiency, and accountability as he advises organizations on ways to make an impact beyond the balance sheet. He was the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress and later served as the 32nd Under Secretary of the Army. With an extensive background in management and innovation in a broad range of industries, Murphy’s leadership harnesses the power of public, private, and nonprofit partners to support important causes – from veterans’ issues to jobs and mental health.

Peter Beinart is one of America’s most highly-regarded commentators on American politics and foreign policy. He is a professor of journalism and political science at The City University of New York, editor-at-large for Jewish Currents, author of The Beinart Notebook on Substack. a political commentator for MSNBC and a non-resident fellow at the Foundation for Middle East Peace. Beinart burst onto the punditry scene immediately after graduating from Oxford in 1995. Since then, he has been editor of the New Republic magazine, a columnist at The Forward and Haaretz, written widely acclaimed books, and been a featured player on the television news circuit for his expertise and articulate analysis. Exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, he addresses politics, foreign policy, elections, and the American-Israel relationship.

Voted "the most respected member" of the Senate for six consecutive years by a bipartisan group of senior congressional aides, George Mitchell impresses both business and academic audiences with his intelligent and level-headed perspectives on trade, healthcare reform, civil rights, and leadership.