Meet the Staff
Here we are! You found us--the best team in the business. Curious about who you are talking with on the phone? Looking for the right contact to speak with about our services or capabilities? Just want to see who works at Leading Authorities, Inc. speakers bureau? See our great team in the tabs below. We look forward to meeting YOU!
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Mike Penny
Managing Director - Chicago OfficeMike believes that great speakers can bring events to the next level. He works tirelessly with clients to identify the right expert for their…
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Jonathan lane
Senior Vice PresidentJonathan Lane first came to Leading Authorities as an event coordinator in charge of logistics, drawn to the position by his interest in current…
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Debbie saylor
Vice PresidentDebbie Saylor is a marketing and public relations professional with more than 18 years of experience, including 14 years working directly in the…
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Katherine bentley
Vice PresidentKatherine Bentley loves the speaking business because she has the opportunity to hear insights from experts in many fields and personal stories from…
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Jeannette smith
Vice PresidentJeannette Smith came to Leading Authorities, Inc. after serving in the George W. Bush White House and at the Chertoff Group, a security consulting…
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Andrew gibbons
Vice PresidentAndrew Gibbons has always loved politics and with that, great speeches that capture and hold audiences. A former congressional affairs staffer for…
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Katy foster
Vice PresidentKaty Foster started at Leading Authorities as an intern and quickly rose up the ranks, serving as a production assistant and then the digital…
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Jeff Robbin
Vice PresidentJeff Robbin works on the sales team as a Vice President for Leading Authorities. He works with our clients to book the very best speakers for their…
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Lisa raines
Senior Program ConsultantFor over fourteen years, Lisa Raines has helped clients design programs that engage, excite, and inspire meeting attendees. As a veteran program…
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Lisa mcfadden
Program ConsultantLisa McFadden loves the energy of meetings and events. Since 2004, she has helped Leading Authorities' clients bring people together to share…
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James cohen
Program ConsultantOriginally hailing from London, James Cohen is passionate about people and unlocking their fullest potential. After he received a Masters in…
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Tom mcgrath
Program ConsultantAs a former political consultant, I was drawn to Leading Authorities because of my interest in politics, current affairs and leadership.