Leadership Speakers

One of the nation’s most respected bipartisan leaders in recent history, Leon Panetta has devoted his career to the American people, guiding U.S. intelligence, defense and economic strategies over the past four decades.

John Kerry's deep understanding of geopolitics, emerging trends, and diplomacy helps groups gain the freedom of action to navigate complex global affairs with confidence and strategic foresight.

A visionary conservative leader, J.C. Watts offers thought provoking views on the future of healthcare, the economy, education and other major issues of the day.

Laura W. Bush is a beloved leader and champion for education, global healthcare innovations, and human rights.

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...

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.

Saving his squad from the Taliban during a deadly ambush in Afghanistan, Sal Giunta shares—with unassuming humility—his courageous story and the importance of teamwork, selflessness and leadership.

Explore the mindfulness movement with wellness advocate and kindness champion, Doro Bush Koch.

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

President Barack Obama’s chief economist Jason Furman helped guide the United States through a tumultuous period of recession, unemployment and instability. He offers an incisive insider’s exploration of the geoeconomic outlook, business trends and the future of globalism. 

A brilliant bipartisan statesman and quintessential American hero, Bill Bradley elevates the debate on the most important issues of our time including the economy, health care, domestic and world affairs.

A distinguished and highly respected veteran of the White House press corps, Ann Compton offers audiences a historical perspective of the presidency, the biggest stories of our time and today’s event making headlines.

Having led some of America’s most distinguished and recognizable companies during a storied business career that includes executive roles at GE, 3M and Boeing, Jim McNerney provides insight on topics such as the competitive advantage created by innovation, leading and...

More than two decades after bursting into national prominence, Peter Ueberroth remains one of America’s most enduring and trusted business leaders.

Paula Faris is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, founder, thought leader, and advocate for moms whose insights and expertise can help your organization navigate the challenges of the 21st century with courage, compassion, and purpose.

Gary Heil, an internationally recognized expert on service and leadership, helps organizations see things as they really are—not as people wish they were—in order to create lasting change.

Steve Case is one of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs—a pioneer who made the Internet part of everyday life and orchestrated the largest corporate merger in history.

Hall of Fame football coach and accomplished NASCAR team owner, Joe Gibbs inspires us with his examples of leadership, teamwork, perseverance, hard work and values.

Buster Posey transcends the typical speech, offering the audience an engaging presence and profound insights as a three-time World Series champion and MVP. Posey stands among the select few professional athletes who have successfully made the rare transition...

José María Aznar returned Spain to the forefront of the world stage helps audiences understand the economic and debt crisis in Europe and how it can be contained, the international impact of the "Arab Spring," and the ever-present...

A newswoman and women’s leadership expert, Claire Shipman offers audiences compelling research and tools to lead a more confident life.

Providing historical insights into current realities, Nancy Koehn helps leaders navigate the non-stop turbulence of the business landscape, and inspires organizations and individuals to become more resilient, more courageous, and more effective in pursuit of their mission.

A four-star Army general who led the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command, Gen. Keith Alexander, USA (Ret.) played a pivotal role in securing the United States and our Allies for the past decade.

A relentless transformational leader who navigated shifting economic and marketplace realities to reinvent IBM, Lou Gerstner personifies today's global corporate leader: visionary, strategic, determined and intensely focused.