< Back To Speakers Dr. Britta M. Wilson-Uter Innovator | Storyteller | Corporate Culture Shaper | Leadership Whisper Contact For Booking Dr. Britta Wilson is an executive powerhouse, compelling storyteller and culture architect who has spent her career helping leaders and organizations evolve, innovate, and drive meaningful business outcomes. With decades of leadership experience with the world’s biggest brands in entertainment, tech, and consumer products, Britta is a sought-after keynote speaker, strategist, and executive coach. As a former senior executive at Pixar Animation Studios, Britta adroitly deployed Pixar’s DNA of storytelling fueling creativity, collaboration and innovation to partner closely with award winning filmmakers to tell some of the studio’s most beloved stories, ensuring that they were accessible to the widest audiences. She believes the same principles apply to leadership—leaders who craft & deliver upon compelling narratives can curate org cultures where people feel a deep connection. Her speaking engagements are interactive, thought-provoking, and filled with real-world insights allowing leaders to transform the way they think and shape their orgs. Whether speaking to C-suite executives, rising managers, or creative teams, Britta delivers with a unique blend of executive gravitas, heartfelt authenticity, and unforgettable storytelling. Audiences walk away feeling empowered, inspired, and equipped to lead & create with greater impact in an ever-evolving business landscape. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Pixar Effect: What Leaders Can Learn from the World’s Best Storytellers • Storytelling as a Leadership Superpower: Influence, Inspire, and Drive Action • Belonging by Design: Curating Organizations Where People & Business Thrives

< Back To Speakers Steve Fredlund International Keynote Speaker | Breakthrough Strategist | “The Safari Dude™” | Best-Selling Author Contact For Booking Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker, two-time TEDx presenter, and bestselling author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser. After decades as an actuary, executive, entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder—including leading humanitarian efforts in East Africa—Steve discovered that doing everything “right” doesn’t always lead to fulfillment or impact. Drawing from that journey, he developed The Courage Advantage™ philosophy—centered on the everyday courage to move beyond expectation, lead with authenticity, and live in alignment with what truly matters. Through his engaging stories, humor, and practical insights, Steve inspires audiences to find greater clarity, connection, and fulfillment in both life and leadership. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Courage Advantage™: Unlocking Leadership Potential in Times of Change • High-Impact Teams: How Alignment and Connection Drive Performance • The Safari Way: A Roadmap to Fulfillment and Impact • Covered in Should: A Humorous Look at the Journey from Being Right to Being Extraordinary • The Curiosity Effect: Replacing Assumption with Intention • Beyond the Cards: A Poker Champion’s Perspective on Decision-Making

< Back To Speakers Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon Business Optimization Consultant | Speaker | Strategist Contact For Booking Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon is an award-winning CEO, business strategist, and transformational speaker known for helping organizations and high-performing leaders align mindset, money, and leadership to drive measurable and sustainable results. A former Fortune 500 executive, she brings over 20 years of experience in financial services, leadership development, and strategic business growth. Rising from entry-level to Vice President within three years at a Fortune 500 financial institution, Dr. Darnyelle has led national sales teams, consulted hundreds of business owners, and served as Director of Delaware’s Women’s Business Center—achieving a 68% increase in program outcomes in less than two years. As CEO of Incredible One Enterprises, a multi-million-dollar consulting and advisory firm, she partners with corporations, government agencies, and seven-figure entrepreneurs to elevate leadership, optimize business systems, and expand financial capacity. Her proprietary frameworks—including the Move to Millions Method®, Sell Millions Method®, and Lead Millions Method®—equip leaders to bridge strategy and execution while achieving both personal and professional transformation. Dr. Darnyelle’s insights have been featured in Forbes, Inc., Essence, SUCCESS Magazine, Black Enterprise, and O Magazine. She is the author of eight books and a renowned voice in conversations around faith-based leadership, wealth equity, and business excellence. KEYNOTE TOPICS FAITH + Business •7 Life Changing Principles To Bring Your Desires Into View Next Level Everything •How to Deepen Your Connection While Exploding Your Earning Potential: Monetize Your God Assignment •Mindset for Millions: Master The Principles, Assets and Mindsets to Make Money Move Business + Leadership •Lead Millions: 5 Keys to Equip The Next Generation of Leaders •Expand Your Capacity: 5 Strategies To Live, Lead and Leverage Your Next Level of Growth •Leadership in Lights: Lessons to Lead by From Major Motion Pictures •MOVE Like You Own It: 5 Keys to Build Self Led Teams •7 Systems to 7 Figures: How to Optimize Your Business for Leverage & Scale •Tighten Your Sales Game: Sales Optimization Strategies that Surpass KPIs

< Back To Speakers Loriana Hernadez-Aldama Emmy Award-Winning Journalist & Storyteller | Cancer Survivor and Resilience Advocate Inspirational Speaker on Health & Wellness | Experienced News Anchor and Medical Reporter Authentic On-Camera Personality & Motivational Leader Contact For Booking Loriana Hernandez-Aldama is a 2x cancer survivor, global healthcare advocate, award-winning journalist, and author of "Becoming the Story: The Power of Prehab." Bold and honest, Loriana is transforming healthcare by addressing inequities and advocating for patient-centered solutions. Her journey through AML leukemia, a bone marrow transplant, and breast cancer fuels her mission to empower patients and inspire systemic change. Loriana’s real-world experience as a journalist, two-time cancer survivor, and Latina intersect to bring a powerful voice and unique perspective, spotlighting the critical need for diversity in clinical trials and equitable access to care. As the founder of ArmorUp for LIFE, Loriana supports underserved cancer communities, earning recognition in Cancer Health's Top 25 Change Makers. Her podcast, Stage Free, connects patients and caregivers with oncology leaders, offering insights to navigate care and make informed decisions. A sought-after speaker and advisor to healthcare leaders, Loriana’s powerful storytelling and advocacy challenge the status quo, focusing on psycho-oncology, health equity, and the importance of prehabilitation. Her relentless dedication and groundbreaking work continue to inspire transformative change, cementing her role as a healthcare disruptor and champion for patients worldwide. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Disrupting Healthcare Through Health Equity • OWN YOUR STORY: Face Change. Find Your Path. Lead Beyond. • Transforming Healthcare Empowering Communities Through Innovation • Prioritizing Wellness: Skills for Thriving in Life and Leadership • PREPARE PRESENT PREVAIL: Prioritizing Wellbeing for Effective Leadership • Returns on Corporate Wellbeing: Connecting the Dots From Operational Success To Employee Wellbeing

< Back To Speakers Wagner Denuzzo Latino Fortune 100 Executive | Global Speaker & Thought Leader | Author: “Leading to Succeed: Essential Skills for the New Workplace” Contact For Booking Wagner Denuzzo: A man who doesn’t just talk about the future of work—he’s shaping it. With a career spanning multiple transformations, Wagner’s expertise in leadership, talent strategy, and organizational growth has made him a sought-after speaker on the Future of Work. His book Leading to Succeed is a guide for navigating the new workplace, and his knack for simplifying complex challenges with wit and wisdom makes him a favorite among leaders seeking to build resilience and lead with confidence. From hosting high-impact summits to developing forward-thinking leadership strategies, Wagner is all about helping people and organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving world. And, as anyone who knows him will tell you, he’s always got a smile and a clever quip at the ready—because leading through change doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun along the way. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Listening Beyond Words: Embracing Business Tension to Unlock Innovation • Let Go and Lead: Discovering the Power of Positive Habits • Leading to Succeed: Essential Skills for the New Workplace • The New Workplace: Transitioning to the Next-Generation Workforce • Redefining Value: The Rise of Team-Centric Leadership

< Back To Speakers Twin Sister Docs Award Winning Physicians | Medical Thought Leaders | Motivational Speakers Contact For Booking Drs. Delana Wardlaw and Elana McDonald are identical twins with a shared mission: to reduce health care disparities and provide reliable, trustworthy medical care to those who need it most. As physicians with successful medical practices, they passionately believe in the power of health care to improve quality of life. And as two black women from northern Philadelphia, they’ve also seen first-hand how many lack access to it – or who, due to distrust of medical establishments, hesitate to seek it. Now, unwilling to turn their backs on these underserved populations, the sisters work to give back to the community that shaped them. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Bridging Healthcare Disparities in Underserved Communities • Building Trust and Transparency: Helping Patients in Underserved Communities Go to The Doctor • Breaking Down Barriers: Succeeding in Med School & Beyond • Surviving and Thriving: Beating the odds and serving the community

< Back To Speakers Benny Pough Music Executive | Entrepreneur | Author | CEO of Dverse Media | Real Estate Proprietary Contact For Booking Benny Pough is a trailblazing music executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience shaping global music culture. He has held leadership roles at iconic labels including Motown Records, Def Jam, Epic Records, and Roc Nation Music, helping launch and elevate superstars like Rihanna and Kanye West. Today, Pough is the CEO and Founder of D.Verse Media, a full-service global music distribution and publishing company. Integrated with over 100 major digital streaming platforms—including Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music—D.Verse empowers artists with reach, resources, and creative control. “The time was right to step out and bet on myself,” says Pough about his move from executive roles to entrepreneurship. Prior to D.Verse, Pough served as President of Roc Nation Music, driving business operations and strategic initiatives. As Executive Vice President of Epic Records, he led marketing and promotion efforts that helped Epic become the #1 Urban Record Label in 2017. At Island Def Jam, his work as Senior VP of Promotion was key to the global success of artists like Rihanna and Kanye West. A dynamic speaker and mentor, Pough shares powerful insights drawn from decades at the top of the industry. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The Key To Building Mentor Relationships • The Value Of Personal Branding • Real Estate Investing • Entrepreneurship • Working In The Music Industry

< Back To Speakers Joel M. Brown II CEO | Executive Coach | Board Chair | TEDx Speaker Contact For Booking Joel M. Brown II, CEO, MSM-HCA, RRT, FAARC, is a highly sought-after executive coach, speaker, and advisor to organizations and leaders. He has extensive experience as an executive at several large healthcare organizations and as chair of the board for several multimillion-dollar non-profits. Internationally recognized for his TEDx Wilmington talk "What's Next For You," as well as his keynote addresses, leadership and clinical lectures, publications, and podcasts. He is a board member and Fellow of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), Chair of the Board for Leadership Delaware, Inc.(LDI), and a certified coach and International Coaching Federation (ICF) member. KEYNOTE TOPICS • What’s Next for You? Next step to reach your goal • Leadership Moments:Lecture series on providing small nuggets of wisdom. • Your Minute, Their Movement: Slow down and take a movement to see and learn • Courageous Conversation: Effectively delivering tough and important messages.

< Back To Speakers Chitra Nawbatt Investor | Business Development & Ecosystem Builder | Entrepreneur | Growth, CEO & Board Advisor | Media & Content Creator Contact For Booking Chitra Nawbatt is the author of The CodeBreaker Mindset™, a powerful framework for navigating the rules, pivots, and serendipity behind achieving bold goals. A trailblazer across six competitive global industries, Chitra’s journey—from humble beginnings in South America to C-suite leadership—embodies resilience, innovation, and reinvention. As one of the youngest recruits at EY, an early fintech innovator at Deutsche Bank, and later a prime-time TV news anchor for Reuters, Chitra broke barriers in traditionally exclusive spaces. She later advised Fortune 1000 executives on digital transformation as a Market Maker at a global consulting firm, and built a unique value creation function at a multibillion-dollar venture capital firm supporting 75+ companies across tech, healthcare, fintech, and media. Chitra is known for her cross-industry credibility, sharp insights, and dedication to systemic change. With a powerful presence across media and social platforms, she challenges organizations to address bias, unlock growth, and lead with equity. KEYNOTE TOPICS • The CodeBreaker Mindset • Headwinds Against Women of Color: Overcoming Systemic Barriers • The Challenge of Honest Feedback – How environmental, structural, and systemic racism undermine confidence and growth. • Micro & Macro Aggressions: The Push to Leave – Understanding the impact of pervasive discrimination on retention and belonging. • Cultural Blind Spots in Organizations – Why companies must implement checks and balances in culture, risk management, and governance. • The Hidden Cost of Inequity – How failing to address systemic barriers leads to significant organizational losses. •The Value Destruction of Workplace Headwinds

< Back To Speakers Alison Canavan UCLA-trained Mindfulness Facilitator | Master NLP Practitioner | HeartMath Facilitator | Raw Foods Master & Nutritional Coach | Meditation & Breathwork Teacher | Award-Winning Author Contact For Booking Alison Canavan is a globally recognized keynote speaker, wellness expert, and mindfulness facilitator whose remarkable journey from international supermodel to transformational guide inspires audiences worldwide. After years on the world’s top runways and magazine covers, Alison faced addiction, mental health struggles, and burnout—experiences that became the foundation of her work today. With rare authenticity and emotional depth, she empowers people to take control of their lives by learning to spend, save, and invest their energy wisely. A pioneer in the wellness space, Alison created Ireland’s first one-day transformational immersion, The Full 360, integrating gratitude, mindset, nutrition, sound healing, and energy work. She was also one of the first to bring meditation to online audiences through social media, making powerful practices accessible globally. Named one of the Top 100 Irish in Business in America (2025) and one of the Top 8 Transformational Coaches in the U.S. by USA Today, Alison’s mission is to redefine success through mindfulness, resilience, and conscious leadership. Her engaging blend of storytelling, science, and soul equips audiences with practical, science-backed tools to manage stress, reconnect with purpose, and lead with clarity. Alison teaches that energy is life’s true currency—and mastering it unlocks clarity, creativity, and meaningful change. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Leading from Within – Mastering Your Energy • The Game of Life and How to Play It • HEART – The Art of Inspirational Living

< Back To Speakers Sirena Moore-Thomas The Destroyer of Comfort Zones™ Exposing the Hidden Costs of Leadership, Burnout, and Organizational Dysfunction Contact For Booking Sirena Moore-Thomas is not a motivational speaker. She is a business strategist, organizational performance expert, and leadership voice known for helping leaders identify what their current decisions, systems, and habits are really costing them. Known as The Destroyer of Comfort Zones™, Sirena has built a reputation for asking the questions most people avoid. Her work focuses on uncovering the hidden costs of burnout, poor leadership, delayed decisions, organizational dysfunction, and misalignment before they become barriers to growth. As CEO of The Highmark Group, Sirena works with organizations that are stuck, underperforming, or struggling to achieve desired results despite significant investments of time, talent, and resources. Her ability to quickly identify root causes and create practical pathways forward has helped business owners, executive teams, nonprofit leaders, and entrepreneurs move from frustration to measurable progress. Her own story is equally compelling. A former teenage mother of twins with no traditional roadmap to success, Sirena went on to build multiple successful companies, secure hundreds of federal contracts, and become a respected voice in leadership, entrepreneurship, and organizational performance. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Black Enterprise Magazine, Essence Magazine, NBC Nightly News, and other national media outlets. Audiences leave her presentations with more than inspiration. They leave with clarity, accountability, practical next steps, and a renewed commitment to address what is no longer working. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Girl, Your Cape is on Fire™ • Fireproof Leadership Strategies™ • The Water Walker Mindset™ • Every Delay Is Costing More Than The Solution™ • Destroying Comfort Zones™ • Called to Build™

< Back To Speakers Cheyenne Hunt Board member of The Women of Global Change | Facilitator Contact For Booking Cheyenne Hunt is a pioneering voice for progressive change in America, known for her historic run as the first Gen Z woman to seek a congressional seat. She champions forward-thinking policy solutions, emphasizing coalition building and innovation for a brighter future. Raised by resilient single mothers and as a descendant of Syrian refugees, Cheyenne's journey from overcoming personal trials to achieving dual degrees in political science, public policy, and law underscores her relentless pursuit of societal progress. Her strategic legislative acumen, highlighted by her tenure as the youngest law clerk for Senator Amy Klobuchar, complements her role as a digital educator and influencer, reaching hundreds of thousands with her insightful, accessible commentary. Recognized by media outlets like Newsweek, CNBC, and Forbes, Cheyenne advocates for tech accountability, women's rights, and a renewed American dream, aiming to make it accessible for all through democratic processes and a commitment to innovation and equality. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Mindful Organizing: Compassionate Strategies for Effective Change • Why Staying Still Means Falling Behind • The Case for Hope and Resilience Post Election • Challenging Stasis: Hostility in the Midst of Normalcy • Generation Change: How Gen Z Will Shape America's Future • Social Media at a Crossroads: Policy and Big Tech Accountability