Arts & Culture Speakers

One of the most recognizable and popular documentary filmmakers of our time, Ken Burns chronicles those aspects of U.S. history that make us uniquely American.

Telling original and unforgettable stories that illuminate the behind-the-scenes lives of American presidents and other titans, Michael Beschloss describes the leadership skills essential to almost every kind of success.

Actor, producer and athlete Geena Davis has spent her career breaking the mold and pushing boundaries. She is an uplifting reminder that anything is possible when you set your sights high.

Sheila Johnson is an entrepreneur and philanthropist whose accomplishments span the arenas of hospitality, sports, TV/film, the arts and humanitarian causes.

Heralded by The New York Times as "a latter-day Houdini," David Blaine has redefined magic around the world with his unique, intimate, close-up style and his challenges that have set new boundaries of human endurance.

Tim Urban is a wildly popular thinker, blogger, illustrator, and speaker beloved for his ability to make sense of our world and humanity in head-spinning, hilarious ways.  Tim captivates audiences with his unique ability to distill a diversity of...

Comedian Tom Shillue is the host of The Quiz Show and UN-PC on Fox Nation, author of Mean Dads for a Better America: The Generous Rewards of an Old-Fashioned Childhood, and a favorite among conference audiences everywhere.

With his expertise in enigmas and magic, David Kwong delights and challenges audiences around the world with his intellectual brand of “puzzles and prestidigitation.”

For more than 25 years Laura Okmin has been covering the biggest names in sports on the biggest stages. But what Laura is most known for, and most proud of, is the connections she has cultivated over two...

Veteran news anchor, businessperson, author, and filmmaker, Richard Lui lives up close with today’s seminal ideas – honed by three decades of exclusive access to national and global decision makers in politics, business, activism, and culture.

Dr. Omékongo Dibinga delivers a high energy message that is grounded in one central idea—we have more in common than we know and if we harness those commonalities, we can truly find common ground in uncommon times.

World-renowned red carpet and television host, Giuliana Rancic delivers the same charm to live audiences as she does interviewing some of Hollywood’s biggest stars by sharing stories that will delight and inspire from the perspective of a female entrepreneur...

Joan Lunden has been a trusted voice in American homes and truly exemplifies today’s modern working woman, and shares her passion of creating a healthy lifestyle for a better tomorrow with audiences. Lunden was diagnosed with triple-negative breast...

Maria Konnikova is an award-winning author and champion poker player who has taught the skills of creativity and optimal decision-making to audiences around the world.

With grace, wit, and charm, Leeza Gibbons reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how this self-proclaimed "recovering redneck" became one of the most beloved personalities on television. In doing so, she inspires audiences to elevate their personal and professional game and tap into...

With determination to follow her passion, and the will to never accept no for an answer, Bobbi Brown worked her way from an almost college dropout to the cosmetics queen, wellness expert, and serial entrepreneur that she is...