Exclusive Speakers
Leading Authorities' exclusive roster of speakers includes former Fortune 1000 CEOs, high-profile figures from the political arena, military leaders, and some of today's greatest stories from everyday life. These unique speakers can tailor their keynotes to your meeting and audience needs.
Our exclusive speakers are trailblazers who have shaped industries, led nations and touched lives with their exceptional achievements. From corporate boardrooms to political arenas and beyond, their insights have had a lasting impact on audiences around the world. By partnering with Leading Authorities, you gain exclusive access to this unparalleled pool of wisdom and experience from unique speakers. Browse our exclusive speakers today via the search below or check out these Top 10 Best-Selling lists.
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Anthony Foxx
United States Secretary of Transportation (2013-2017) and Former Chief Policy Officer at Lyft
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- Local: $75,001 and up*
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- US West: $75,001 and up*
- Europe: $75,001 and up*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Anthony Foxx
Anthony Foxx is the Chief Policy Officer at Lyft who formerly served as the 17th United States Secretary of Transportation and as mayor of Charlotte, North Carolina. As Secretary of Transportation, he led an agency with more than 55,000 employees and a budget of $70 billion. A digital cities innovator known as "the Great Connector" for his work in government, he discusses the American transportation system, digital cities, innovation, and coalition building.
“The presentation went very well. It was so nice to talk with Secretary Foxx and hear his views on the future of transportation technology. We sent out a survey to participants at the conference so we’ll see what kind of feedback we get but the comments I heard were very positive.” - Association
Anthony S. Fauci, MD
Former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, World-Renowned Infectious Disease Specialist, Trusted Advisor to 7 U.S. Presidents
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Anthony S. Fauci, MD
Dr. Fauci has served the country with a relentless pursuit of discovery and innovation. Serving as the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) for 38 years and being a public servant for more than 50 years, Dr. Fauci oversaw an extensive research portfolio devoted to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious and immune-mediated diseases. As the key advisor to 7 Presidents and their administrations, Dr. Fauci lead medical and public health preparedness and treatments against emerging infectious disease threats, including HIV/AIDS, pandemic influenza, Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19.
April Ryan
White House Correspondent, MSNBC Political Analyst, D.C. Bureau Chief for Black Press USA
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
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April Ryan
In an era of unparalleled polarization in politics and society, April Ryan represents an increasingly rare middle ground committed to upholding the integrity of fact-based journalism. With more than 25 years as a seasoned White House correspondent and political analyst, Ryan has the unique vantage point as the only Black female reporter covering urban issues from the White House — a position she has held since the Clinton era and spanning five presidential administrations. Her historic tenure as the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent has afforded her with incredible familiarity with the racial sensitivities, issues, and attendant political struggles of our nation’s past presidents.
Arturo Sarukhan
Former Mexican Ambassador to the U.S.
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- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
- Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Asia: $20,001 - $35,000*
Arturo Sarukhan
Arturo Sarukhán is the former Mexican ambassador to the U.S, serving from 2007–2013. The grandson and son of conflict refugees to Mexico, he rose to become the youngest and longest-serving Mexican ambassador to Washington in recent history. He was also the first ambassador in Washington, DC, to have a personal Twitter account and has received several awards and honors for his incredible work. With a focus on geopolitics, Mexico-U.S. relations, immigration policy, and new security threats, he shares insights from his storied, 20-year career with the Mexican Foreign Service.
Beth Sanner
Former Intelligence Briefer to President Trump, Former Deputy Director of National Intelligence
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
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- Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Beth Sanner
A presidential-level communicator with more than three decades experience as a national security official, Beth Sanner is among the most influential voices at the highest levels of American intelligence. As the senior-most analyst for the entire Intelligence Community (IC), she was a trusted adviser to the President of the United States on our nation’s most important intelligence matters – first as the Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s director of the President’s Daily Brief and later as the Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Mission Integration. Having served in several leadership, staff, policy, and analytic positions in the IC, Sanner has briefed four Presidents and also advised vice presidents, congressional and cabinet officials, and foreign partners; her acumen is highly sought after by our nation’s decisionmakers and organizations across various industries. Sanner uniquely immerses audiences in her talks —making them feel as though they are our nation’s leaders being briefed on hot-button developments with the potential to reshape our world.
"Beth was spectacular! It was a really excellent conversation, and we're delighted to have Beth in our ecosystem now. Members were overflowing with questions, and seemed to really value her taking the time to share her insights and speak with them. Super credible, super well spoken. She's a gem. I am positive we'll be reaching back out about her in the near future. :) Thank you so much for facilitating!" - Business Consulting Company
Bill Carr
Former Amazon Executive, Author, and Co-Founder, Working Backwards, LLC
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- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US East: $55,001 - $75,000*
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- Europe: $75,001 and up*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Bill Carr
Bill Carr is a strategic business leader who has spent his career at the forefront of tech innovation. He is a former top-level executive at Amazon, where he worked for more than 15 years – much of it in the early aughts during the company’s period of unmatched innovation – launching and managing Amazon’s global digital music and video businesses, including Amazon Music, Prime Video, and Amazon Studios. Under his leadership, Amazon's digital media business grew into a global operation exceeding $1 billion in revenue as the company pushed to compete with Apple, Netflix, and Hulu. Carr is the co-author of Working Backwards, along with former Amazon executive Colin Bryar, which provides an insider's breakdown of Amazon's approach to culture, leadership, and best practices. Taking audiences inside the room, Carr demonstrates how the principles and practices key to “Being Amazonian” can be scaled and applied to any organization.
Bran Ferren
Former President of Research and Development at Walt Disney Imagineering
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
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- Europe: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Bran Ferren
Bran Ferren is a designer and technologist working in entertainment, product development, engineering, architecture, and the sciences. He is former president of research and development, and creative technology for Walt Disney. Once known for entertaining millions by creating special effects for Hollywood, theme parks and Broadway, Applied Minds co-founder Bran Ferren now solves impossible tech challenges with previously unimaginable inventions. He has been named one of the “100 Most Creative People in Business” by Fast Company.
Brendan Vaughan
Editor in Chief, Fast Company
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
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Brendan Vaughan
Brendan Vaughan is the Editor-in-Chief of Fast Company and a seasoned leader in the media industry. He is renowned for his expertise in business innovation, digital transformation, and audience engagement. Having held top editorial roles at premier brands like GQ, The Atlantic, and Medium, his award-winning career showcases a unique blend of creative vision and strategic insight. As a dynamic speaker and moderator, Vaughan distills complex topics such as AI's role in reshaping media and the keys to thriving in a fast-paced digital world into actionable takeaways. His passion for innovative storytelling and proven ability to grow audiences across platforms make him a sought-after expert for guiding companies through change and unlocking new opportunities for success.
Brian Quintenz
Commissioner, Commodity Futures Trading Commission (2017-2021)
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
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- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
Brian Quintenz
Brian D. Quintenz was nominated by both Presidents Obama and Trump to serve as a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. He was unanimously confirmed by the Senate in August of 2017 and served four years in his role at the agency until stepping down in August of 2021.
During his time at the CFTC, Mr. Quintenz advocated for narrowly tailored, risk-focused regulation and was a champion of innovation, specifically relating to crypto and decentralized finance (DeFi). He led agency’s Technology Advisory Committee, which hosted the most comprehensive set of public crypto-related policy discussions and briefings of any federal financial regulator. During his service, the first U.S. regulated Bitcoin and Ether futures contracts listed on derivatives exchanges, and DeFi expanded rapidly. Mr. Quintenz also contributed consequential ideological perspectives to regulatory debates through dozens of domestic and international keynote speeches, conference panel discussions, and meetings with regulatory counterparts. Additionally, he successfully negotiated critical policy provisions relating to swap dealer capital regulation, the cross-border application of swap dealing rules, position limits on new commodity futures contracts, and automated trading activity. In partnership with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, Mr. Quintenz spearheaded a CFTC-SEC harmonization effort which achieved multiple successes in data reporting and security-based swaps margining and capital requirements.
Prior to his appointment to the CFTC, Mr. Quintenz founded and served as the Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer of Saeculum Capital Management, a registered Commodity Pool Operator that specialized in technical analysis investment strategies.
Bruce Schneier
Renowned Security Technologist & Best-Selling Author
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- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
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- Europe: $55,001 - $75,000*
- Asia: $75,001 and up*
Bruce Schneier
Bruce Schneier is one of the world's leading experts on cyber security and technology. He has published a number of books detailing information about data, security, and cryptography which have received immense praise. Schneier is often consulted by the government, radio and television programs, and various organizations when it comes to cyber security.
Bryan Stern
Former Counter-Intelligence Leader, Global Crisis Leader, Chairman & Founder of Grey Bull Rescue
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Bryan Stern
Bryan Stern is a decorated combat veteran, 9/11 first responder, and founder of Grey Bull Rescue—an elite crisis response organization that has led over 650 high-risk missions and saved more than 7,100 lives across war zones and disaster areas worldwide. With more than 25 years in U.S. Army and Navy special operations, Stern brings unmatched real-world leadership experience to the stage, captivating audiences with gripping stories of hostage rescues, tactical operations, and decision-making under fire. Stern brings a rare blend of credibility, heart, and inspiration to the stories and lessons he tells.
Cal Ripken, Jr.
Legendary "Iron Man" of Baseball
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- Local: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US East: $75,001 and up*
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Cal Ripken, Jr.
One of the true legends of baseball, "Iron Man" Cal Ripken, Jr. broke several professional records during his 21 seasons, but none is as sacred as his consecutive-games-played record. Shattering Lou Gehrig's streak of 2,131 games by more than 500, Ripken displayed perseverance, endurance, and an everyday work ethic that endeared him to fans, transformed him into a national icon, and some argue, even saved baseball at its darkest moment. An inspirational speaker, philanthropist, businessman, and best-selling author, Cal Ripken, Jr. is the personification of leadership, commitment, and excellence. In warm and witty presentations filled with stories from his illustrious career, he shares how his keys to success apply to both the business world as well as the baseball field.
"Loved the unique perspective his speech offered. Gives you a great perspective on how others succeeded and gives you the opportunity to relate it to your own motivations." - Agribusiness
"He was awesome and the client was absolutely thrilled. Cal is a true pro and I continue to pitch him often to our other clients. Hopefully we land something else soon with him as well." - Sports Media Company
Candy Crowley
Award-Winning Journalist and Former Chief Political Correspondent for CNN
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Candy Crowley
Candy Crowley is CNN’s former award-winning, nonpartisan chief political correspondent and anchor of the Sunday morning talk show State of the Union with Candy Crowley. The Los Angeles Times called her “no-nonsense” and a “straight shooter,” characterizing her career as “sophisticated political observation, graceful writing, and determined fairness.” She was also the first woman to moderate a presidential debate in two decades. With years of experience, insider knowledge, and access to the day’s top newsmakers, she shares insights on the current state of politics and today’s headlines.
“I thoroughly enjoyed her presentation yesterday, and I am a big fan. She comes across exactly the way I had imagined—a very authentic, engaging and entertaining storyteller, but also carrying some important messages as well.” - Association
Carice Anderson
Workplace Development & Success Engineer; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expert
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- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
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- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
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Carice Anderson
With a master-level understanding of what it takes to survive and thrive in the workplace and how organizations can create more equitable spaces for all, Carice Anderson is a workplace development and success engineer who empowers individuals to strategically navigate their careers and advises some of the world’s top companies on aligning their talent strategies to their business objectives. As a director in leadership and manager development for a leading, multinational asset management firm, her work sits at the intersection of talent and leadership development, workplace evolution, and diversity, equity, and inclusion — helping individuals, teams, and organizations unlock the potential within and consistently perform at the highest levels.
Carl Cannon
Washington Editor of RealClearPolitics and Former Executive Editor of PoliticsDaily
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- Local: Under $10,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
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Carl Cannon
Carl M. Cannon is the Washington Bureau Chief of RealClearPolitics and the Executive Editor of RealClear Media Group. The former executive editor of PoliticsDaily, he has covered every presidential campaign and major political convention since 1984, and has received the two most-prestigious awards for White House coverage: the Gerald R. Ford Prize for Distinguished Reporting of the Presidency, and the Aldo Beckman award for “excellence in presidential news coverage.” Cannon addresses politics and elections.
Carlos Peña
All-Star MLB First Baseman, AI and Sports Optimization Leader
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- Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US East: $35,001 - $55,000*
- US West: $35,001 - $55,000*
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- Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*
Carlos Peña
Carlos Peña embodies relentless excellence, both on and off the field. Raised in the Dominican Republic and later moving to the U.S. at 14, Peña’s journey to the Major Leagues was a story that once seemed impossible. Over his 14-year MLB career, Peña earned All-Star status, hit 286 home runs, and won the Silver Slugger, Gold Glove, and AL Comeback Player of the Year awards. His curiosity and determination led him to AI-driven sports optimization, where he uncovered insights into performance and strategy through cutting-edge analytics. Now a leader in AI and sports innovation and a four-time Emmy Award-winning MLB analyst, Peña blends his deep baseball knowledge with transformative technology insights to inspire audiences to achieve the impossible.
Cassi Chandler
Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
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- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
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Cassi Chandler
Cassandra “Cassi” Chandler is an innovator, strategist, investigator, and leader who has broken barriers, led diverse teams, and built cultures of motivational leadership and inclusivity at some of the world’s most important organizations, including Bank of America and the FBI. In a career that has included many “firsts” across the U.S. government and financial services industries, she served as the FBI’s first African American female special agent assistant director as well as the Bureau’s first female national spokesperson and director of public and community affairs. In addition to defining the tools motivational leaders need to mindfully build more high-performing cultures, Chandler provides actionable insights on how to move the needle while leading with empathy.
"Cassi was well-received and audience feedback has been very positive regarding her passion and energy, her lifetime of impressive achievements, and the inspiration she offered for our leaders to be empowered. We would have liked more time with Cassi, it was a true pleasure to meet her!" - Software Company
"Thank you so much. She was absolutely amazing! Everyone loved her. She provided great information, messaging, energy, etc. She was 100% top notch!" - Life Insurance Company
Charlie Cook
Election Handicapper
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- Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
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- Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
Charlie Cook
Charlie Cook is widely regarded as one of the nation’s leading authorities on U.S. elections and political trends. In 1984, at the age of 30, he started The Cook Political Report, an independent, nonpartisan newsletter that The New York Times once referred to as “being regarded as authoritative by both parties,” while legendary CBS Evening News anchor Bob Schieffer has called it “the bible of the political community.” In addition to lecturing, Charlie continues to write his weekly column for National Journal, while also serving as a political analyst for the publication. He is also a co-author of the 2020, 2022, and 2024 editions of The Almanac of American Politics. Al Hunt, in the Wall Street Journal, referred to Cook as “the Picasso of election analysis.” The late David Broder of The Washington Post, long considered "the Dean of the Washington political press corps," once wrote that Charlie Cook is “perhaps the best nonpartisan tracker of Congressional races.”
Charlotte Pearce
Founder & CEO of Thriving Business Inkpact
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- Local: Under $10,000*
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- Europe: Under $10,000*
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Charlotte Pearce
Millennial, award-winning entrepreneur, CEO of Inkpact and women-in-tech ambassador. Charlotte is an inspiring and motivational speaker whose mission is to bring delight and connection to the heart of business communications. Using innovative and disruptive tech, Inkpact, successfully transforms digital email campaigns into beautiful, handwritten notes at scale. The letters are written by hand, by a freelance community of scribes - The Scribe Tribe, who make up the heart of the business. The thriving community of over 100 UK and US based creative freelancers leverage the flexible working hours and equal opportunity employment to earn in their spare time whilst doing work they love. Inkpact has recently launched a successful salesforce app allowing businesses to scale thoughtfulness at the touch of a button. Charlotte is a passionate and energetic leader who leads with heart. She has built a flexible and collaborative culture internally, provides work to those who prefer flexibility and has revolutionized the depth of connection companies can experience with their customers, through the power of innovative tech and human heart.
Expertise: Charlotte is on a mission to connect the head and the heart of business and to drive innovation in the way humans and technology co-create meaningful experiences and lasting business relationships.
Chemmy Alcott
Legendary British Skier, Four-Time Winter Olympian; BBC “Ski Sunday” & Olympic Presenter
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- Local: Under $10,000*
- US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
- US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
- Europe: Under $10,000*
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Chemmy Alcott
Widely regarded as one of Britain’s greatest-ever skiers, Chemmy Alcott is a four-time Winter Olympian who has defied the odds in sport and life to inspire the world and show people that anything is possible when they’re willing to take risks. She represented Team GB throughout her 20-year sporting career, during which she became the eighth ranked skier in the world and the first British ski racer to win a run in the World Cup.
Trending Exclusive Motivational Speakers
Ignite motivation and drive in your audience with speakers who inspire action, perseverance, and personal growth. Military leaders, minorities breaking the glass ceiling, adventurers.
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- Katie Ledecky, Olympic Champion Swimmer; 10x Olympic Medalist, 21x World Champion, 14x World Record Breaker
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Chris Cassidy, NASA Astronaut, Navy SEAL, CEO and President of the National Medal of Honor Museum
- Evy Poumpouras, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, Co-Host of Bravo TV’s “Spy Games”
- Lindsay Shookus, Longtime Saturday Night Live Producer
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Hakeem Oluseyi, Astrophysicist, Former Space Science Education Lead for NASA, & Inspirational Speaker
- Andre Rush, Celebrity Chef, Decorated U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Mental Health & Wellness Advocate, TV Host
- John Volanthen, British Exploratory Diver Who Played A Leading Role In The 2018 Thailand Cave Rescue
- Colin Coggins & Garrett Brown, Business Transformation Change Agents, Popular USC Professors of Entrepreneurship
Trending Exclusive Diverse Speakers
Promote inclusivity and diversity in your organization with thought leaders who champion equality and cultural understanding.
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- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Ginny Clarke, Former Director, Executive Recruiting at Google and Holistic Leadership Strategist
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Evolution Hospitality
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Wendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Jessica O. Matthews, Innovator and CEO, Uncharted
- Dr. Michael J. Sorrell, Visionary Leader, Institutional Change Agent, President of Paul Quinn College
- Dr. Vin Gupta, Tech Innovation Leader; Health Policy Expert; Chief Medical Officer, Amazon Pharmacy
Trending Exclusive Political Speakers
Gain insights into the world of politics, diplomacy, and policy-making from those who have navigated the global stage.
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- David Wasserman, House Editor of The Cook Political Report
- Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
- Charlie Cook, Election Handicapper
- Paul Ryan, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2015-2019)
- Nathan Gonzales, Editor & Publisher of Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales and Election Analyst for CQ Roll Call
- Jonathan Martin, Politics Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist, POLITICO
- Anna Palmer, Founder & CEO, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Author, POLITICO Playbook
- Jake Sherman, Founder, Punchbowl News and Former Co-Author, POLITICO's Playbook
- Chuck Todd, Host of Meet the Press & NBC News Political Director
- Margaret Brennan, Moderator of CBS News’ Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan & CBS News’ Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent
Trending Exclusive Leadership Speakers
Elevate leadership skills with insights from those who have led organizations to success through dynamic strategies and effective decision-making.
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- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Stanley McChrystal, Former Commander of US and International Forces in Afghanistan, Best-Selling Author, & Co-Founder of the McChrystal Group
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Great Wolf Resorts
- Evy Poumpouras, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, Co-Host of Bravo TV’s “Spy Games”
- Chris Fussell, President at McChrystal Group, Best-selling Author, Leadership Expert, and Former US Navy SEAL OfficerNadja West, First African American Army Surgeon General and Former Commanding General, US Army Medical Command
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Wendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Curt Cronin, Expert on Leading High-Performance Teams, Former Navy SEAL
- Scott Pelley, Award-Winning 60 Minutes Correspondent & Former CBS News Anchor and Managing Editor
Trending Exclusive Future Trends Speakers
Stay ahead of the curve by hearing from experts who analyze trends shaping industries and society.
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- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Kate Darling, Leading Expert in Social Robotics & MIT Media Lab Research Scientist
- Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of Business
- Mark Bryan, Senior Foresight Manager, Future Today Institute
- Poppy Crum, Expert in Technology-Driven Innovation & Human Evolution; Stanford University Adjunct Professor; Futurist; Neuroscientist; and Technologist
- Samantha Jordan, Futurist; Consultant, the Future Today Institute
- Paul Zikopoulus, VP of Big Data at IBM and Future Trends Expert
- Tim Hwang, Expert on AI, Machine Learning, & Technology Ethics
- Paul Zikopoulos, Future Trends Expert, and VP of Technology Group Skills Vitality & Enablement at IBM
Trending Exclusive Female Speakers
Celebrate the achievements of powerful female leaders who have shattered glass ceilings and continue to inspire change.
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- Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter
- Noelle Russell, Leading AI Innovator & Practitioner, Global AI Solutions Lead at Accenture, Founder & Chief AI Officer at AI Leadership Institute
- Cassi Chandler, Motivational Leadership Expert, FBI’s First African American Female Special Agent Assistant Director
- Ginny Clarke, Former Director, Executive Recruiting at Google and Holistic Leadership Strategist
- Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Leadership, Workplace Culture, & Wellness Expert; Chief Wellness Officer, Evolution Hospitality
- Marci Rossell, Expert Economic Forecaster, Former Chief Economist for CNBC and Co-Host of Squawk Box
- Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, National Bestselling Author of GRAVITAS (USA Today, No. 1 on Amazon)
- Amy Webb, World-Renowned Futurist; Founder & CEO of the Future Today Institute and Professor, Strategic Foresight at New York University Stern School of Business
- Wendy Borlabi, High-Performance Expert, Director of Performance and Mental Health for the Chicago Bulls
- Evy Poumpouras, Former Secret Service Special Agent and Interrogator, Co-Host of Bravo TV’s “Spy Games”
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