< Back To Speakers Erayna Sargent Burnout Relief Strategist | Speaker | Founder of Hooky Wellness Contact For Booking Erayna Sargent is a burnout relief strategist, speaker, and the founder of Hooky Wellness®, a professional development studio equipping today’s workforce to recognize and act on the early warning signs of burnout. Through her signature Navigating Burnout™ program, she helps millennial leaders get themselves — and their teams — burnout-prepared in just 10 weeks, giving them real tools to manage risk, build safety nets, and integrate relief into how they work and lead. Erayna knows the stakes firsthand. After 15 years leading $100M+ brand portfolios and launching products inside Fortune 500 companies and startups, she found herself high-achieving on paper but burning out behind the scenes. That experience taught her that waiting until burnout is a crisis is too late. She built Hooky Wellness to provide the tools she wished she had: practical, research-backed, and designed for real-world leaders. Unlike fluffy “self-care” advice, Erayna delivers frameworks that last. By blending the creativity of design thinking, the depth of mental wellness, and the practicality of professional development, she equips leaders to spot burnout early, strengthen resilience, and build cultures where relief is a shared responsibility. Her work has supported leaders and organizations including Google, Microsoft, Netflix, Estée Lauder, and more, and has been featured in Forbes, NPR Life Kit, Well+Good, and Architectural Digest. Her mission is bold and urgent: to equip 5 million PACERs by 2050 with the tools to break the burnout cycle before it breaks them — because when leaders thrive, their people and their cultures do too. KEYNOTE TOPICS •Building Your Burnout Relief Toolkit •Taking Better Breaks •Sustainable Ways of Working •Build Without Burnout

< Back To Speakers Shannon Cassidy Executive Performance Coach | Author | Keynote Speaker | Host of the Return on Generosity Podcast Contact For Booking Shannon Cassidy is the Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc., a certified woman-owned leadership advisory firm celebrating 25 years of helping senior leaders and leadership teams navigate complexity, strengthen alignment, and lead with greater clarity. Her work is grounded in a simple but powerful idea: small shifts create meaningful leadership change. Through executive coaching, leadership team facilitation, and keynote conversations, Shannon helps leaders slow down just enough to see clearly, think more intentionally, and make the small adjustments that improve how they lead and how organizations function. Shannon is the creator of the Generous Leadership System, a body of work that integrates the Five Degree Principle, V.I.B.E., and Reflection & Projection. Together, these frameworks help leaders understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and create environments where people and organizations perform at their best. Shannon is the author of The Five Degree Principle, V.I.B.E., and Grounded in Gratitude. She is also the host of the Return on Generosity (R.O.G.) podcast, where she explores how generosity, curiosity, and reflection shape leadership and influence. Recognized for her calm, thoughtful approach, Shannon works with CEOs, senior executives, and leadership teams across industries who want to lead with steadiness, strengthen decision-making, and navigate complexity with confidence. Her keynotes invite leaders to pause, reflect, and consider the small shifts that can create lasting impact. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Generous Leadership and the Generosity Economy • The Five Degree Principle: Small Shifts That Create Extraordinary Results • Authentic Leader V.I.B.E.: Values, Interests, Beliefs, and Energy

< Back To Speakers Stuart MacDonald The Magician | The Problem Solver Contact For Booking When you book Stuart MacDonald, you're not just hiring a magician; you're investing in a complete package of entertainment and professionalism. He brings a level of polish and sophistication to every performance, complimenting your corporate event's atmosphere. Stuart understands the importance of seamless event planning and works closely with event organizers to customize his act to align with your specific goals and theme. Moreover, Stuart's reputation precedes him. He has an impressive track record of wowing prestigious corporate clients with his extraordinary magic. His previous collaborations include renowned companies across various industries, earning him accolades for his ability to enhance the overall event experience. By booking Stuart MacDonald, you are ensuring that your event stands out from the rest, leaving a lasting impression on your guests. Don't miss the opportunity to add a touch of enchantment and wonder to your corporate event. Book Stuart MacDonald today and watch as he effortlessly weaves his magic, creating an extraordinary experience that will be talked about long after the event is over. KEYNOTE TOPICS • LEAN Principles • Continuous Improvement • Optimizing Performance

< Back To Speakers Marcus Lemonis Entrepreneur | Investor | Television Personality Contact For Booking Marcus Lemonis, renowned as the “Business Turnaround King,” is a powerhouse entrepreneur, investor, and television personality known for transforming struggling businesses into thriving enterprises. As the star of CNBC’s The Profit and HGTV’s The Renovator, Marcus has captivated audiences with his no-nonsense approach and deep passion for people, process, and product—the core pillars of his proven “3P” business philosophy. Serving as Chairman and CEO of Camping World, the nation’s largest RV and outdoor retailer, and Good Sam, the world's largest RV owners’ organization, Marcus has led industry-defining growth across multiple sectors. He also holds the role of Executive Chairman at Beyond, guiding brands like BuyBuy Baby, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Overstock. In Summer 2025, Marcus returns to prime time with The Fixer on FOX—a bold new series where he invests his own money to help business owners at critical crossroads. Each episode showcases real-life entrepreneurs pitching their companies, with Marcus selecting one to mentor through make-or-break decisions. True to form, the mission is clear: fix what’s broken, build what works, and empower people to succeed. With a legacy rooted in resilience, leadership, and results, Marcus Lemonis continues to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

< Back To Speakers Andrẻ Swanston Tech Innovator Media Magnet | Chairman & CEO of PHȲND | Owner CT United Contact For Booking André Swanston is a visionary tech entrepreneur and media executive whose bold foresight and strategic risk-taking propelled him from just $9 in his pocket to one of the few Black Americans to achieve a nine-figure business exit. As co-founder and CEO of Tru Optik, a pioneer in data and identity for streaming media, Swanston led the company to its acquisition by TransUnion in 2020—ranking among the top ten largest exits by a Black founder. A Bronx native, Swanston launched his first business, an event production company, while still in college. At 23, he opened one of New England’s largest nightclubs, and by 28, he was one of the youngest Vice Presidents of Investments at JP Morgan Chase & Co. Fueled by his entrepreneurial drive, he left finance to launch Tru Optik, which became a leader in connected TV, streaming audio, and gaming data solutions. An accomplished former Division 1 track athlete, Swanston’s “need for speed” now defines his rapid scaling of ventures and investments. Today, he is a frequent contributor to Bloomberg, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal, and serves on the board of Connecticut Innovations, appointed by Governor Ned Lamont. A dedicated investor in minority- and women-owned businesses, Swanston and his wife also support education and community-based initiatives nationwide. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Connecticut and is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Strategies for Raising Capital • Strategies for Entrepreneurs • Investing in Diverse Entrepreneurs (MWBE) • Web 3.0 Next State • Intersection of Sports, Entertainment, and Technology

< Back To Speakers Jenna Banks Keynote Speaker | Best-Selling Author | Moderator | Facilitator & Video Series Host Contact For Booking Jenna champions women to embrace their self-worth and unlock their full potential. She is the author of the best-selling book "I Love Me More: How to Find Happiness and Success Through Self-Love" and host of "The Jenna Banks Show," a video series that covers topics ranging from career, health, wellness, mindset, leadership and personal growth and development. After surviving a traumatic childhood and nearly fatal suicide attempt to become a successful business leader, Jenna is living proof that self-love can transform our lives. Her unique story paired with actionable takeaways make her one of the most relatable, inspiring speakers in women’s empowerment and women’s leadership today. Jenna's mission is to help women embrace their power and potential through practices of self-love and self-care. Her message is especially relished in male-dominated industries where fewer women are in leadership positions, and where stress and eventual burnout cause many women to drop out altogether. Her programs, writing, and speeches cover resilient mindsets, silencing inner critics, setting empowering boundaries, and prioritizing wellbeing and daily self-care. Jenna’s story of a survivor to a confident, successful business leader and entrepreneur resonates deeply with audiences. She delivers practical takeaways with an inspiring message to help women obtain fulfillment in their lives and careers. Her message of empowerment resonates deeply during these complex times. Jenna’s work has been featured in Forbes, ABC, NBC, and other major outlets. She’s spoken at, and led events for audiences of 30 - 1,300. She is the host of The Jenna Banks Show video series. Whether through her writing, speaking, or multimedia platforms, Jenna is committed to helping women embrace their power and live life to the fullest. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Unleashing The Power of Self-Love • Elevating Women in Leadership • From Shadows to Spotlights: Elevating Women in STEM • Proactivity Vs. Reactivity: The Path To Unlocking Career Success • Building Unshakable Confidence

Our goal at NAL Speakers has always been to share, connect, and create change. Look here for virtual speaking engagements, virtual speakers and plan your event Why Work With NAL Speakers? So, what IS a speaker's bureau? A speaker’s bureau provides access to speakers — for the right budget in the right location. We’ve done all the event groundwork for you — by vetting expert speakers, motivators, and innovators so you can find the best fit for your audience. At NAL, we connect you with speakers who do more than share — they transform. By working with us, you access a seamless blend of expertise and service, ensuring your event captivates and turns passive listening into active engagement. Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, community workshop, or virtual seminar, you can trust us to find the right speaker for your events. Don’t see the right speaker? Don’t worry! We work with speakers from around the globe at all levels and can make it happen. WE ARE: Flexible We offer flexible, varied services and speakers are flexible and tailored for you. cost-effective We help find the right speaker for your audience, organization, culture, and budget. Supportive We deliver a seamless events experience, driven by our commitment to excellence. IMPACTful Our speakers over-deliver, leaving audiences highly engaged. experienced We offer extensive experience in designing and delivering corporate speaking events. Efficient We’ve done all the event groundwork so you can find the best fit for your audience. "As President & CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce, I had the pleasure of working with Nicole Anderson, founder of NAL Speakers, for our annual holiday soiree. The speaker provided by NAL Speakers delivered an exceptionally engaging and intellectually stimulating presentation, capturing the undivided attention of our members throughout the event. The professionalism and attention to detail exhibited by Nicole and her team were instrumental in the success of our event. I highly recommend NAL Speakers to anyone seeking top-tier speakers and outstanding service." Regina A. Hairston, MPA President & Chief Executive Officer African American Chamber of Commerce, PA NJ DE Find a Speaker by Name Find a Speaker by Topic At NAL Speakers Bureau, we are laser focused on your goals and ensuring engagements align with your company's ethos and objectives. We make the process effortless, seamlessly supporting you with smart speaker matching, budgets, and logistics. From tailored workshops and inspiring keynotes, our speakers will energize your workforce and enhance your brand’s presence across industries. Make your event a catalyst for lasting change by choosing speakers who deliver more than just presentations — they create impactful experiences that resonate long after the event is over. Choose an option Submit PROSPECTIVE SPEAKERS

Speaker Trends & Insights - Speaker News delivers the latest updates and insights for keynote speakers, featuring expert advice, industry trends, and success stories. Stay informed with strategies for enhancing your speaking career, growing your influence, and engaging audiences. Perfect for aspiring and established speakers looking to elevate their impact and reach new heights New book from Milan Kordestani In "I’m Just Saying", author Milan Kordestani shows us that although challenging conversations can be unpleasant, they can also help us grow. Check out this interview with Milan Kordestani to learn more about this timely publication. August 10, 2023 VIEW MORE International Women’s Day with Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Purposeful Networking As a woman-owned business, we are honored to share the stories and messages of incredible woman leaders across a variety of industries for our International Women’s Day blog series. This interview is with Jennifer Lynn Robinson , CEO/Founder at Purposeful Networking. June 10, 2023 VIEW MORE Exelon announces upcoming changes to its Board of Directors The Board will present two board candidates for a vote at the April 25 Annual Shareholders Meeting; Exelon director Paul Joskow to retire. June 10, 2023 VIEW MORE Warrior Ethos: Know Who You Serve, Market Accordingly Part of John's success is understanding his avatar, aka his ideal client, - and catering to that specific person. June 10, 2023 VIEW MORE Exciting News! "Take Command" hits #3 on the @WSJ Best Seller list! Thank you, amazing readers, for your unwavering support! This achievement is a testament to your belief in "Take Command." May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE Going Beyond Mentorship: Sponsorship’s Role in Hiring and Retaining Top Talent In today’s rapidly evolving business world, companies must prioritize diversity and inclusion efforts to attract and retain top talent. While mentorship has long been a valuable tool for career development, a more active and strategic approach will ensure that underrepresented groups receive the support and opportunities they need to thrive. Sponsorship should become crucial to hiring and retaining top talent, particularly women and marginalized communities. May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE CEO Branding | Raoul Davis Building thought leadership for CEOs An interview with Raoul Davis about building a personal brand using thought leadership. It is important for CEOs to have a personal brand that supports their organizational brand. That\s why smart CEOs build their personal thought leadership early on, and maintain it throughout their careers. May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE Revolutionary New Game Teaches Creativity, Innovation, and Disruption Forget uncertainty + disruption: We’ve created the first board game that can teach anyone how to think like a futurist and more effectively adapt to real-world challenges from supply chain issues to layoffs, labor shortages, or cyberattacks. May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE EXCLUSIVE: John Legend talks new documentary 'Home/Free' One in three adults in America has been arrested by the age of 23 and reintegrating as a productive member of society can be difficult when a criminal record bars you from entry. John Legend and Sheena Meade talk with Jonathan Capehart about their new documentary "Home Free" on Amazon Prime that puts a human face on this issue. May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE How To Be A High Performing CMO In 2023 Every CMO worth their salt wants to get better at what they do. The last few years have been a tumultuous time as businesses have seen exponential changes to how we live and work. May 18, 2023 VIEW MORE From Athlete To Entrepreneur: NBA Pro Charles Smith On The 5 Work Ethic Lessons We Can Learn From Professional Athletes After his decade-long acclaimed playing days with the NBA, Charles Smith, MBA has positioned himself at the intersection of Sports, Business, Events and Technology. March 10, 2021 VIEW MORE Local twin doctors promote health and wellness in underserved communities Local twin doctors have created a website aimed to help teach and promote health, wellness, and self-advocacy in underserved communities in the city of Philadelphia. March 4, 2021 VIEW MORE NBA Pro Turned ‘Master Business Facilitator’ Helping Elite Athletes & Corporate America Boost Business Plays When 10-year NBA alum Charles Smith was in the league playing for the Los Angeles Clippers, San Antonio Spurs, and New York Knicks, he claimed fame as being a top rebounder, shot-blocker, and scorer, averaging 14.4 points per game. Still today, Smith ranks in the NBA’s top 1% of all-time shot blockers. February 26, 2021 VIEW MORE Insights Live with Mellody Hobson, Ariel Investments In an inspiring conversation with NAIC’s Chief Operating Officer, Carmen Ortiz-McGhee, Hobson discussed her remarkable career, offered fascinating anecdotes of her experiences as an African American woman at a Black-owned asset management firm in a white male-dominated industry. She also weighed in on the Biden Administration and the main item on her bucket list – changing the world. February 24, 2021 VIEW MORE Dondré Whitfield Discusses 3 Things That Make a Male into a Man The actor and author of “Male vs. Man” weighs in on how to unite Americans and explains what he believes is the difference between being a male and a man. February 17, 2021 VIEW MORE Twin sister doctors address vaccine hesitancy in the Black community Dr. Delana Wardlaw and Dr. Elana McDonald are working to educate people on how the community's history shouldn't dictate their present and future. February 11, 2021 VIEW MORE Healing as a Nation and Moving Forward Emotions are still running high following Wednesday’s historic inauguration. Seeing the first woman and person of color sworn in as the Vice President of the United States was just the beginning of a powerful day of ceremonies that called for the healing of the nation. Now that the pomp and circumstance are over, how do we move forward? Therapist and relationship expert Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson explained how the nation could continue to progress together. January 21, 2021 VIEW MORE Lessons Learned Bea Wray had a great education, earning degrees from Emory University in Atlanta and the Harvard Business School. Great, but incomplete. It wasn’t until she spent six years on Daufuskie Island — raising her three children — that she added essential life lessons to round out her people skills, ranging from effective listening to successful team management. As it turned out, what she needed was island culture, casting a shrimp net, fishing, riding a bike, and lots of precious, quality family time. November 23, 2020 VIEW MORE Living All Behind in Pursuit of Peace Sheri Riley has had a long journey. She worked for the face record, she managed some of the industry's biggest names, and she left at the height of her career to pursue peace. And when she started her pursuit, it took her into her journey of exponential living. October 21, 2020 VIEW MORE Philadelphia Diversity Inclusion Conference Kimberly Reed Speaks at the Diversity and Inclusion Conference is dedicated to exchanging insights and concepts about diversity, inclusion, and equity best practices. Our goal is to provide a learning forum focused on diverse and inclusive strategies that can influence corporate social responsibility and create a fair treatment, access, and advancement for all, eliminating barriers. We aim to establish interactive cross-cultural comprehension by producing critical dialogue and exchanging knowledge of useful tactics. October 6, 2020 VIEW MORE Forget Work-Life Balance, Try Peace Instead Work-life balance isn’t realistic, says Sheri Riley, author of “Exponential Living: Stop Spending 100% of Your Time on 10% of Who You Are.” In this interview, she shows us how to be successful without working harder or doing more. September 7, 2020 VIEW MORE Taking Care of Your Mental Health Going into the Chaotic Election, Back to School, Fall Season Matt speaks with Mental Health and Family Therapist Dr. Argie Allen Wilson on how to 'Get your HEAD into the game'! and take care of your mental health as we go into this difficult fall season. She offers tips on how to stay emotionally healthy during a continued pandemic, parents dealing with virtual classrooms, racial trauma from the BLM movement, the upcoming election, and much more. September 7, 2020 VIEW MORE How to Find a Job During the Pandemic Finding a new job right now can seem daunting. A lawyer-turned-business owner, Robinson is now CEO of Purposeful Networking, which offers speaking engagements, one-on-one training, and consulting services on how to build a professional network. Since the start of the pandemic, Robinson has been offering her services virtually. She recently gave a TEDx talk about how a severe car accident forced her to embrace change in her life. She will host an information session Tuesday night with the Philadelphia chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on job searching during a crisis. July 21, 2020 VIEW MORE Resilience Is A Team Sport As business leaders navigate a rocky reopening and the care of a workforce stressed after months of forced remote work, one word that keeps coming up in my conversations with executives is resilience. They know resilience is crucial, and the word sounds excellent, but specifically, what is resilience, and where do we get it? How do we identify it, and how do we enhance it? These are all great questions to bring to Taryn Marie Stejskal, Ph.D., an international expert on the topic. July 16, 2020 VIEW MORE Getting Personal with Kimberly S. Reed Kimberly S. Reed is a distinguished Diversity and Inclusion leader, and she is the Founder of Reed Development Group. Kimberly is not afraid to get personal and share how her unique experiences have made her into the woman and influencer she is today. July 6, 2020 VIEW MORE Live Transformation Watch Kelly Meerbott’s new YouTube channel, where she submerges in deep conversations about education, life transformations, and her journey. July 3, 2020 VIEW MORE The Anti-Bribery Crusader Lending a Guiding Hand to Immigrant Women Chinwe Esimai’s journey to becoming one of the world’s most influential bankers began in 1995 when she arrived in America as a teenager with her parents and four siblings. “I remember feeling very optimistic and feeling a strong sense of my ability to do anything,” says Esimai, whose middle name Ijeoma means “beautiful journey” in her native Igbo language. June 20, 2020 VIEW MORE Ethical Leadership, Corporate Responsibility, and the Transformative Power of Yoga Mike Huggins is a leader in the Medtech world. His journey from Synthes to an indictment and prison sentence has run parallel to his discovery of yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. He is weaving together these experiences that have developed his passion for ethical leadership, corporate responsibility, prison reform, and the practices that have helped him along the way. June 5, 2020 VIEW MORE From Fighting for Breath to Fighting for Life Change is inevitable, but some changes affect us far more than others. In this moving talk, Jennifer Lynn Robinson addresses the struggles experienced after a life-changing event. Using boxing as a metaphor, Jennifer explains the lessons learned from her recovery from a traumatic injury. June 2, 2020 VIEW MORE Getting Back Up Personally and Professionally Moving forward with this pandemic, many of us have experienced real loss in the middle of all this. We are struggling to figure out how to get back up, either personally or professionally. Maybe both. We thought it would be a good idea to turn the mic to a former Good Day Austin co-anchor, Loriana Hernandez-Aldama, for some inspiration since she knows so much about getting up after losing it all. May 8, 2020 VIEW MORE A Yoga Teacher Shares How Practice Became His Resource in Prison Mike Huggins and Matthew Engler are bringing yoga to incarcerated people in Pennsylvania. This state has struggled with prison overpopulation, and in recent years, an increase in the number of inmate suicides. Huggins started the Transformation Yoga Project (TYP), a nonprofit that offers yoga and meditation programs in the PA Department of Corrections and recovery centers in the greater Philadelphia area. Engler became a yoga teacher and co-facilitator in TYP’s agenda during his twenty-one-year sentence, which began when he was 26 years old. May 8, 2020 VIEW MORE Dondré Whitfield Releases New Book Male vs Man For generations, we defined manhood through the lens of fundamental anthropological male priorities: the ability and responsibility to protect, to procreate and to provide. Now, the availability and abundance of food, the relative safety of our communities and morphing social norms no longer require men to possess or nurture these traits for them or their families to thrive. So how do we train young men in this new paradigm, which also now includes the #MeToo and Times Up era? May 1, 2020 VIEW MORE How to Stop Overthinking Everything “If you are prone to obsessing, and the coronavirus has you obsessively thinking about the implications of the virus, try to focus your energy on other, more positive initiatives in your life,” advises Dr. Taryn Stejskal. She is the former Head of Executive Leadership Development at Nike, who now runs her own coaching company, Resilience Leadership. March 26, 2020 VIEW MORE Coping with a Secondary Cancer Diagnosis An hour before boarding my flight to Chicago to speak at a cancer fundraiser, Loriana Hernandez-Aldama got the call. It was from a Maryland number, which usually meant it was coming from Johns Hopkins Hospital. Her heart started to race, and she answered and listened. Did she hear wrong? Maybe the doctor said, “You don’t have cancer again.” No, no, her husband called back to confirm. She does have cancer again. Yes. This time, it’s breast cancer. February 18, 2020 VIEW MORE Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson on How to Grieve Death of Public Icon Therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson joins Good Day Weekend to offer tips and insight on how to grieve the death of a public icon. February 15, 2020 VIEW MORE The Only Job Search Book You’ll Ever Need Curtis talks with Curtis Jenkins to discuss his book The Only Job Search Book You Will Ever Need: How to Market You. They dive into the 4 P's of marketing yourself so that you know how to negotiate better pay with your employment and how to negotiate your value. After Curtis Jenkins helped hundreds of people with their job search across the US, it made sense to consolidate the materials and experience in an easy to read guide to reach countless others. The result is a book titled The Only Job Search Book You Will Ever Need: a guide to helping people use marketing techniques to gain an edge on their career aspirations. November 11, 2019 VIEW MORE 5 Practices of Resilient Leadership Dr. Taryn Stejskal is one of the leading authorities on Resilience Leadership. Nike named her the head of their global leadership training, and her work is resonating throughout the Fortune 500. As she describes it, "We are a world in which our human experience is defined by facing challenge, change, and complexity on the order of magnitude to which prior generations have not been exposed. The concept of resilience is built on the very ideology that we can face hard things: trauma, loss, misfortune, and the like, and come out on the other side; not diminished, but instead, enhanced." October 23, 2019 VIEW MORE Trauma-Informed Yoga Kept This Pennsylvania Man Sane in Prison Over the next few weeks, we’ll be chatting with our semifinalists in the 2019 Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge to give you a glimpse of the people who are helping Philadelphians live healthier lives. Vote once a day, every day, to help decide which of these 10 semifinalists become one of three finalists — and get a sizable donation to a charity of their choice. September 6, 2019 VIEW MORE Former News Anchor on Her Fight with Cancer Loriana Hernandez-Aldama from her hospital bed, chronicling her fight with cancer. This video is from 2014, and that’s the year she was diagnosed with leukemia. She is an Emmy award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of experience. She has worked right here on HLN and CNN, and although her broadcast career has taken her all across the country, Loriana says her biggest story now is surviving this cancer. June 12, 2019 VIEW MORE Lola! Love Lola! Love is different from most life coaches. She is a “high energy” life coach. The exclamation point in her name represents her positive nature and the smiles and excitement people can’t help but show when they meet her. She teaches that the negative energy you extrude out into the world is preventing you from genuine human connection and Lola! wants to realign your energy levels. May 30, 2019 VIEW MORE Listen to The Stories Behind the Business Leader Kelly Meerbott Welcome to The Hidden Human, the podcast where we explore the stories behind the business leader. Get ready to hear insights from business leaders speaking candidly about how they became who they are today and their lessons along the way — hosted by leadership coach and speaker Kelly Meerbott. October 01, 2017 VIEW MORE 3 Business Lessons Harvard Taught but My Kids Made Me Learn When I walked out of Harvard Business School with my MBA focusing on Entrepreneurial Studies securely in my hands, I knew I had it covered. I had been taught by the best minds in academics and business and had voraciously absorbed everything they had to share. Over the years, that knowledge helped me create a series of successful entrepreneurial ventures. I am forever grateful for my stellar education. November 4, 2015 VIEW MORE

< Back To Speakers Susan Scott Best‐Selling Author | Leadership Development Architect | Founder of Fierce, Inc. Contact For Booking Susan Scott is a best‐selling author and leadership development architect who has enabled top executives worldwide to engage in vibrant dialogue with one another, with their employees, and with their customers for two decades. Susan and her company are committed to large‐scale and individual transformation through the principles outlined in Susan’s books and her company’s customized corporate training programs. For 13 years, Susan ran think tanks for CEOs and designed and delivered training to peers working with CEOs in 18 countries. In 2002, Fierce Conversations — Achieving Success at Work and in Life, One Conversation at a Time, was published in 4 countries and, shortly after that, was listed on The Wall Street Journal and UPI bestseller lists, and was one of USA TODAY’S top 40 business books of 2002. Her much anticipated second book — Fierce Leadership: A Bold Alternative to the Worst “Best” Practices of Business Today, was published September 15, 2009. The book was listed on The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times bestseller lists in its debut week. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Change Your Organization's Culture • Strengthen Your Leadership • 3 Steps To De Escalating Any Argument • 5 Conversations You Need To Have Before Getting Serious • 3 Tools For The Most Uncomfortable Conversations • Deconstructing The Most Common Arguments • Expressing Yourself Authentically

< Back To Speakers Milan Kordestani CEO, anKord | Co-Founder and Chairman, audo | Co-Founder and Chairman, Guin Records | Co-Founder and Chairman, Nota Contact For Booking Milan Kordestani, the #2 Wall Street Journal Best Selling author of “I'm Just Saying: A Guide to Maintaining Civil Discourse in an Increasingly Divided World” (HCI, 2023), is a dynamic entrepreneur and a global advocate for conscious capitalism and civil discourse. The founder of over five businesses in fields like education, music, and news, Milan designs scalable solutions to create sustainable change for some of society's most significant challenges. Through his startup incubator and venture studio, AnKord Labs, Milan has founded notable companies including Audo, Nota, The Doe, and Guin Records. Each entity underscores his commitment to leveraging systems thinking to scale solutions for the masses. Audo, a pioneering career-management platform, utilizes artificial intelligence to guide job seekers to fulfilling careers. Nota, a content creation and distribution platform, broadens the reach of newsrooms worldwide. Meanwhile, The Doe and Guin Records employ the transformative power of storytelling and music, respectively fostering anonymous narratives and offering artist-friendly deals. A Gen Z writer and first-generation American of Iranian descent, Milan's insights have been featured in Entrepreneur, HuffPost, RollingStone, FastCompany, and Forbes. Now based in Los Angeles, Milan stands as an emerging global thought leader, inspiring others through subjects ranging from AI and the creator economy to education, career transitions, and the publishing and music industries. Milan Kordestani embodies the spirit of a new generation of entrepreneurs, blending technology, empathy, and acute business acumen. His work resonates with those eager to make positive changes, while his words continue to inspire audiences worldwide. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Unfounded Fears: A Civil Discussion on the Future of AI • Navigating the Future of Work: Exploring Education, Career Pivoting, & the Role of AI in Careers • From Immigrant Roots to Global Impact: A Personal Journey of Success, Privilege, & Dedication • Driving Conscious Capitalism: Scaling Impact Across Fields Such as Education, Music, and News • Inspiring the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs • The Creator Economy Unleashed • The Power of Civil Discourse: Solution Oriented Communication

< Back To Speakers Alvin Law World class musician | Author | Hall of Fame Motivational Speaker for Business, Associations & Schools. Contact For Booking Alvin Law inspires audiences to challenge their perceptions of themselves, others, and the world—helping them move beyond limitations and embrace the mindset needed to be compassionate, positive, and engaged human beings who leave the world better than they found it. Born without arms due to the drug Thalidomide, Alvin was adopted by a family who taught him to use his feet as hands, giving him the gift of independence. His mission is to spark a worldwide Attitude Revolution, showing that attitude is not about clichés or “thinking positive,” but a skill that can be learned, practiced, and applied to every aspect of life. Through storytelling, music, and humor, Alvin encourages audiences to rewrite negative self-narratives, stop making excuses, and start making choices. More than 7,500 organizations on five continents have turned to Alvin to inspire transformation. A Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and inductee into the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers Hall of Fame, Alvin is also a trained broadcaster, award-winning musician, bestselling author, and seasoned fundraiser who has helped raise over $175 million for charity. Featured in two award-winning TV documentaries and numerous media appearances, Alvin leaves audiences energized, empowered, and ready to lead their own Attitude Revolution. KEYNOTE TOPIC • Overcome Anything

< Back To Speakers Geoffrey Klein AI Speaker & Consultant | Best-Selling Author | Wharton Lecturer Contact For Booking Geoffrey Klein works with organizations to leverage AI for efficiency as well as effectiveness. It’s not only about faster and cheaper, but also about better and more innovative. Geoffrey is grounded in helping develop more effective communication to increase engagement and connection. He is a dynamic keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, MIT AI-certified consultant, and best-selling author of THE CONTENT BEAST. He teaches business communication at Wharton School of Business and social media marketing at Temple University, as well as produces video and animation projects. Geoffrey specializes in providing a clear, simple and actionable AI strategy to drive business outcomes. He works with organizations to develop an AI roadmap to enhance and improve how the workforce approaches their roles to optimize their output and embracing their strengths. With a human-centered approach to AI, Geoffrey believes it is not about machine intelligence, or about human intelligence. Instead, it’s about the combination of both, a term he expresses as Connected Intelligence™️. Geoffrey has a bachelor’s degree from Amherst College and a law degree from Temple University. As a life-long learned, Geoffrey has earned an AI Certification from MIT, as well as others from SmarterX, CAIO.com, LinkedIn Learning. With the speed that AI evolves, Geoffrey continues to ensure he is staying ahead with continued AI education. KEYNOTE TOPICS • Connected Intelligence • The Content Beast • The Art of Visual Storytelling