storytelling Speakers

One of the most successful coaches in NBA history, Pat Riley understands the keys to gaining a competitive advantage—and winning.

Jonah Berger is a world-renowned expert on change, word of mouth, influence, consumer behavior, and how products, ideas, and behaviors catch on. He shares tactics for leading innovation, changing minds, and driving success in an age of disruption from...

“We need more people like Chris in the world.”, says Dr. Jane Goodall. National Geographic Explorer Chris Bashinelli pulls from experiences in over 40 countries to inspire a practical and powerful message of human connection. An Arab-American from...

Col. Greg Gadson, USA (Ret.) communicates his passion for service, teamwork and leadership in his moving and inspirational message made relevant for individuals, teams and organizations of all sizes.

"The truth is in any ER in America on any given day we are always the front line…Yet even now, compassion still shines through most." – Ryan McGarry

Erik Wahl is a recognized artist and speaker who—using art as a vehicle—inspires professionals to achieve greater levels of performance.

Annie Duke merges her poker expertise with her scientific cognitive psychology graduate work to help audiences and organizations focus on improving decision-making and critical-thinking skills to enhance their lives as well as gain the competitive advantage in today’s...

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.

Phil Hansen has designed a unique art experience beyond the keynote speech. Companies who are seeking an unforgettable interactive experience for their audience are absolutely stunned by its originality, value and effect.

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...

Helped find the missing 9/11 flag the firefighters raised at Ground Zero as host of the History Channel’s Lost History and Brad Meltzer’s Decoded, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Escape Artist and eleven other thrillers....

In the cockpit, flawless execution is a matter of life-or-death. Afterburner teaches their methodologies to enhance organizational performance and achieve corporate success.

The most respected manager in baseball today, Joe Torre shares his individual and organizational secrets of success, sacrifice, communication, trust and dealing with adversity.

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...

An influential innovator in the media world, Michael Rogers helps organizations worldwide think about the future in useful ways.

A former NASA astronaut who has been called "a pioneer in the frontier of commercial space flight," Leroy Chiao encourages audiences to stop at nothing in the pursuit of their dreams.

The "hard sell" — persuading aggressively — is how most organizations and people do business. Mark Jeffries offers "soft" skills that work better.

Revitalizing people is Ken Blanchard's passion. He has authored over 30 books since The One Minute Manager and remains a champion of life-long learning and personal growth.

Eric Harkins is the Amazon Best-Selling Author of Great Leaders Make Sure Monday Morning Doesn’t Suck, and President & Founder of GKG Search & Consulting. Eric is a former C-Suite Executive and spent 25 years working in corporate...

Driven by a passion to see others achieve, Sebastian Terry’s one-of-a-kind story has organically become a powerful catalyst for personal growth and organizational transformation. Leveraging the power of goal setting & striving as a vehicle to maximize mental...

From looking at the follies of newsmakers to highlighting the latest in pop culture intrigues, Willie Geist brings a fun, insightful and fresh look at the serious—and seriously absurd—stories dominating today's headlines.

As the Founder of Hello Fears, Michelle Poler has created a social movement empowering over 50 million people worldwide to step outside of their comfort zone and tap into their full potential.

Thirty years of mountaineering experience, exploring through more than forty countries, creating and selling both an online and brick and mortar business and mindset coaching for both Stanley Cup winning and Olympic gold medal winning teams – Jamie...