Leadership

An aspiring rock star turned Ph.D. rocket scientist, Adam Steltzner is praised as a cutting-edge innovator and a leader who literally brings out the very best in his teams. Adam serves as Chief Engineer of the current Mars 2020 Mission & Rover Perseverance that has the ultimate objective of determining if life has existed on Mars.   […]

Tech founder and venture capitalist Alexis Ohanian embraces disruption, beginning with his Waffle House epiphany that becoming an attorney was not his destiny to co-founding Reddit in his UVA dorm and launching the venture upon graduation. Ultimately selling the iconic company for millions, Ohanian’s entrepreneurial journey is a business school case study and playbook for […]

Alison Levine is a trailblazing leadership expert, polar explorer, and mountaineer whose extraordinary experiences in extreme environments provide unique and powerful insights into navigating challenges in both life and business. With a career that spans conquering sub-zero temperatures, surviving avalanches, and enduring hurricane-force winds, as well as thriving in the high-pressure environment of Wall Street, […]

Christin Webb is a dynamic leadership speaker, acclaimed author, and consultant whose mission is to inspire and empower leaders at all levels. With over two decades of executive leadership experience, Christin blends practical wisdom with innovative strategies to help individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. Her transformative talks and workshops are designed to build […]

Whether serving as CEO, Chief Marketing Officer, or Chairman of the Board, Dawn Hudson has led an impressive career spanning high-level posts in media, retail, consumer goods, consulting, and healthcare at some of the biggest corporations in the world including the NFL, PepsiCo, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Allergan, PF Chang’s, the LPGA, and NVIDIA. From “Super […]

Ginni Rometty is a leader, innovator, and convener who believes that how we work and lead is as important as what we achieve. As the ninth Chairman, President, and CEO of IBM, Ginni transformed the 100-year-old company, reinventing 50 percent of its portfolio, building a $25B hybrid cloud business, and establishing IBM’s leadership in AI and […]

Sharing the story of her accelerated rise up the corporate ladder, from her start working as a hostess to leading some of the world’s best-known food brands, Kat Cole provides insight and perspective on what it takes to create and lead successful teams, drive innovation and growth, lead with heart and sustain excellence. Kat Cole […]

Richard Mulholland is a renowned keynote speaker and thought leader specializing in leadership, artificial intelligence, resilience, and sales. With a dynamic and engaging style, Richard has captivated audiences across the globe, delivering insights that are not only thought-provoking but also actionable. His ability to translate complex concepts into relatable, real-world applications has made him a […]

Simon Sinek is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Sinek teaches leaders and organizations how to inspire people, foster cooperation, build trust, and effect change.  The author of the global bestsellers The Infinite Game, Start With Why and Leaders Eat […]