Business Executive Speakers

Kat Cole is creating a personal legacy of evolution that transcends industries and job titles.

A creative culinary innovator and exemplary business leader, José Andrés inspires people across the globe with his dynamic vision and diverse projects aimed at making the world a better place through the power of food.

"Company culture is a company's immune system." – Arianna Huffington

Richard Montañez's riveting and inspiring story proves that all of us are just one great idea away from our dreams. Hear this one-time janitor tell you how he fanned a spark of innovation into the billion dollar worldwide...

A trailblazing voice, Stephanie Chung empowers corporate, sales, and women leaders to reach new heights through powerful personal stories, lessons learned, and proven strategies from her decades-long career.

As founding president and COO of Ritz-Carlton, Horst Schulze established a new standard of excellence in his industry. He energizes organizations to reconnect with their service commitment.

Focused on four major crises-the Global Financial Crisis, the Global Health Crisis, Climate Change and the Fourth Industrial Revolution– Mark Carney shares his insights into lessons learned and economic opportunities that put people and planet first.

Former Tesla, Apple and GAP Inc. executive, George Blankenship, drives businesses toward innovation and transforms companies from status quo market contenders to forward-thinking and dynamic companies of the future.

"Be fearless. Have the courage to take risks. Go where there are no guarantees." – Katie Couric

Catalytic and innovative visionary Megan Smith believes that the future of technology is already here.

Dubbed the “No-Stats All-Star” by author Michael Lewis, Shane Battier shows audiences how to identify and cultivate the intangibles of life that winners possess—and how sports and technology are converging to give anyone the tools to become a...

Renowned for his strategic and operational leadership and working together, Alan Mulally transformed a struggling Ford Motor Company into one of the world’s leading automobile companies and the #1 automobile brand in the United States. Mulally led the...

Drawing on his extensive public and private sector leadership experience, former President of the World Bank David Malpass offers valuable insights into the pressing geopolitical and economic issues of our time. 

William Taylor has a passion for ideas and practices that reshape how organizations compete, innovate and win—in good times and times of crisis. As co-founder of Fast Company, he shook up the business-magazine world and the world of...

As the former co-CEO of Chipotle, Monty Moran led the expansion of the brand from 400 to more than 2,500 locations and brought in more than $23 billion in revenue. His people-first leadership is grounded in the belief...

A tech visionary with down-to-earth grit, Obi Felten sees opportunity when others see impossibility. Her diverse background and relatable demeanor allow her to connect with audiences ranging from senior execs to entrepreneurs to students. She draws on her...

"In a crisis moment, showing some empathy gets people to follow you." – Roger Ferguson

William Dudley shares unique insights into the global economy, the inherent risks of the global financial system, and what it means for the financial markets.

Michele Thornton Ghee has worked at some of the world’s most powerful media brands, helping organizations leverage cultural relevance and create programs that connect authentically to consumers. A global leader and powerhouse visionary, she teaches audiences about personal...

Komal Ahmad is on Forbes 30 Under 30 and has also been listed among Entrepreneur Magazine’s Most Powerful Women in the World, Fast Company’s World’s Most Creative People in Business, and InStyle’s feature of Top 50 Most Badass...

Jonathan Mildenhall has worked with some of the world’s biggest brands including Airbnb, Coca-Cola, Audi, Smirnoff, General Motors, Guinness and PlayStation. He has helped companies innovate and strive for diverse and inclusive representation not only in the marketing...

Rebecca Patterson is a globally recognized investor and macroeconomic researcher with more than 25 years of experience studying how politics and policy intersect with economic trends to drive financial markets.

Acclaimed for his ability to put people and purpose at the heart of business, Hubert Joly rebuilt Best Buy into one of the nation’s favorite employers while dramatically growing the company’s stock price.

"Don't trust your gut: use data to predict and shape the future." – Laszlo Bock