“Science Bob” Pflugfelder
“Science Bob” Pflugfelder is a science teacher, author, maker, and presenter that knows how to
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“Science Bob” Pflugfelder is a science teacher, author, maker, and presenter that knows how to
Aaron Beam is a popular, highly regarded speaker at universities, healthcare companies, auditor meetings and
Combining multi-generational teamwork expertise with strong corporate experience, Aaron looks at the changing workforce
CEO of ReMax, army veteran, former SWAT officer and Tactical Commander
Supreme Court Correspondent of The New York Times
Youngest-ever President of the Sierra Club, frequent commentator on sustainable business who was twice elected to the International Board of Greenpeace
Award-Winning Master Teacher & Humorist, Recognized Servant Leadership Business Speaker, Top Teacher Educator, Social Justice & Equity Advocate
Writer, Speaker, and Advocate for causes including feminism, youth empowerment, and literacy
Global workplace expert and thought leader in the fields of corporate culture, leadership, and engagement.
Dr. Adrienne D. Dixson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education Policy, Organization
A group of former elite military professionals turned business consultants who will inspire your audience to apply what they’ve learned into their daily work lives
An education leader and author, with a range of experiences, to help schools with their professional development needs
Youth Actor, Community Activist
One of the country’s most sought-after economists
Award-winning Author, Film Maker and educational leader
International Leader in Education Technology
International Business Consultant and Non-exec Board Director Working with Blue-chip Organizations Across the Spectrum of Industry
One of the most successful high stakes poker players in the world
Founder of because I said I would, Alex Sheen shows the importance of honoring your word.
Alexis Owen is the Founder and Executive Director of the Young Philanthropists Foundation (YPF). YPF
Alfie Kohn writes and speaks widely on human behavior, education, and parenting. The latest of
An internationally recognized expert on national parks and railroads, Alfred Runte is based in Seattle,
Distinguished Professor of History at American University known for correctly predicting outcomes of all US presidential elections since 1984
Author, Professor, Child Care Advocate Head Start Director and Stand Up Comic
A full-time education consultant specializing in curriculum, assessment, and instruction who has co-authored over 10 books
Alvaro Fernandez is the cofounder of SharpBrains, an independent market researcher and think tank helping
Amanda Beard, U.S. Olympic swimmer and model, wowed audiences when she swam in her first
Current Ambassador from Pakistan to the U.N., Former President of the Security Council, Former Chairman of the WTO Trade Policy Committee
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Costa Rica to the United Nations in New York (2018-June 2022)
Bold Around-the-World Pilot to Help Leaders and Teams Take on Uncharted Territories
Author of the New York Times bestseller: “Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family”
Energy consultant, Leading expert on the geopolitics of oil, energy, security and risk, Influential thought leader on global energy policy and sustainability
Program Director for the Mayo Clinic in the area of Diversity and Inclusion
Hall of Fame Linebacker and Executive Director of Community Affairs, New England Patriots
Digital strategist Andrew Davis co-founded a branded media agency, in 2002. He spends countless hours
Andy Bean‘s successful career as a professional golfer has spanned five decades. Since March of
Andy McAfee is a principal research scientist at the Center for Digital Business in the
Educator, Social Justice Activist, Author
Nationally recognized expert on race relations
Four-time Olympic Ice Hockey Player Angela Ruggiero grew up in Los Angeles, California and Harper
Ann Makosinski is a serial inventor and media darling doing numerous global appearances and keynote talks.
First Latina to lead The Girl Scouts; Chief Impact Officer of Encantos; Former CEO for The National School Boards Association
Author, Educator, Expert in student achievement, classroom management, and new teacher induction
Emmy Award Winning Anchor of WCVB-TV’s Nightly Newsmagazine “Chronicle”
Educational Leadership and School Culture Expert
Humanitarian, Former NFL Quarterback, Father of Football Stars Eli and Peyton Manning
Founding member of the Congressional Policy Advisory Board, author and consultant
Ashley Rhodes-Courter is the quintessential American success story. Born in 1985 to a single teen
Real estate mogul, author, self-made millionaire and ‘Shark Investor’ in the hit ABC series Shark Tank
Two-time, All American and #1 draft pick for the Baltimore Colts, his NFL career spanned 13 years and is currently a football analyst on TV and Radio
Turning Customer Data into Business Intelligence
Award-Winning Educator, Internationally-Renowned Speaker and Best-Selling Author
Speaker, radio personality, performing artist, author, educational consultant, 7th grade English teacher and CEO
Belinda Carlisle pursued a solo career after leaving the Go-Go’s in 1984. As her solo
Former NFL Super Bowl Champion, author, brain health advocate
Ben Crenshaw‘s respect and love for the game of golf has captivated sports fans around
His Attention Deficit Disorder Inspired Ben to have a Career as a Performer, Creator, and Educator
Stand Up Comedian with his own Half Hour on Comedy Central
#1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?
Ben Rattray – Founder and CEO of Change.org
Emmy award winning TV personality, columnist and analyst of economic, legal and cultural behavior
Bethanie Hamlett Tucker, Ed.D. of North Carolina has been a professional educator since 1972. She
Contributing Editor at Vanity Fair, Columnist and Author with a Focus on Ethics and Economics
A recognized influencer and thought-leader in emerging technology, social media, InternetofThings, Big Data. and more,
Over the last ten years, Bill Burr has established himself as one of the finest
Serial Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Author, Real Estate Developer and First Massachusetts Resident to Join the Giving Pledge
Custom-tailored Comedy and Magic
The “Spaceman”, a former pitcher, is one of the most popular Red Sox players of all time
In 1993, Bill Maher created the perfect forum for his quick witted, comedic talents–Politically Incorrect.
Best Selling Author, TV Host and Scientist
First-ever Winner of the NBC Hit Show ‘The Apprentice’, Entrepreneur, Best-selling author, Television Personality, Real Estate Developer and Restaurateur
With nearly 20 years experience in professional sales and entrepreneurship, Bill Stinnett is a highly
Co-Founder of Fast Company and Business Author
Basketball legend Bill Walton is one of sports’ most recognizable and beloved figures. His success
A legend in professional tennis, she has spoken out for women and their right to earn comparable money in tennis and other sports
Billy Idol was born William Michael Albert Broad in Middlesex, England, in 1955, the first
Billy Mills was born and raised on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.
Award-Winning Sportscaster, Broadcaster and Best-Selling Author
“Cybersatirist” Bob Hirschfeld has been lampooning business and technology for over a decade exclusively at
Boston Globe Retired Sports Writer, National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame Inductee, Author
Home Improvement Expert; Former Host of “This Old House” and “Bob Vila’s Home Again,” Among
Legendary Pulitzer Prize-Winning Investigative Journalist Author and Associate Editor of The Washington Post
It’s hard to imagine Georgia Tech basketball before Bobby Cremins lifted the program from a
First woman in Olympic history to win consecutive gold medals in speed skating
NFL Studio Analyst, One of the Most Successful Quarterbacks in NFL History
Boris is a multiple award-winning presenter, motivational hypnotist, TEDx speaker and author of You Can Do Anything.
Brad has over 25 years of experience facilitating the use of data for Continuous School
Dr. Brad Johnson is one of the most dynamic and engaging speakers in the fields of education and leadership.
New York Times bestselling author
Like you, happiness expert, speaker and author Brad Montgomery believes: * Happiness Pays. * It
Standing at 3’9” he has transformed the lives of so many individuals across the globe, with a shift in perspective about themselves and others
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Nationally-acclaimed Motivational Speaker, Educator, Award-winning Author, and Founder & CEO of The Veritas School
Navy SEAL Combat Veteran – Entrepreneur – Bestselling Author
FOX NFL Analyst, NFL Network Contributor and Former Super Bowl-winning Head Coach, Baltimore Ravens (1999-2007)
Stanford All-American, 5 x NFL All-Pro, 1st round draft pick to the New England Patriots,
Named “the godfather of gay sensitivity training” by The New York Times, Brian McNaught is
Nationally Recognized Educator in Leadership Development
Dynamic Education Speaker / Author of National Best Selling book – That One Kid / Co-author of International Best Seller – Discipline with Dignity
Member of the American Mount Everest West Ridge Expedition, Paramedic Firefighter, Adventurer, Author, and Award Winning Photographer
Contract photographer for National Geographic Magazine specializing in marine wildlife and underwater environments
Host, humorist, actor, one of the original correspondents on “The Daily Show” and is perhaps best known for his recurring role in the television series “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”
Widely recognized as one of the world’s best female soccer goalkeepers
Entrepreneur turned colon cancer prevention activist
As CEO of the successful brand management firm, TURKEL, Bruce Turkel has been creating and
Professional speaker, author and family man speaks on goal setting, leadership, teamwork and communication skills
A Moving Personal Life Story and the Process of his Gender Transition from Female to Male
Legendary Astronaut, One of the First Men to Walk on the Moon, Space Exploration Advocate
Quick Witted, Charismatic, Family-Oriented Humorist
Byron uses his experience as a technologist, passion for history, and proven business acumen to illuminate how today’s technology can solve our biggest global challenges
Widely Syndicated Political Columnist, Author and Broadcaster
Cam Marston is the leading expert on the impact of generational change and its impact
Cam founded The Cam Neely Foundation for Cancer Care in 1995 in memory of his
A Master Certified Trainer in Crucial Conversations and Crucial Confrontations, Candace Bertotti specializes in conflict
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Cultural Documentarian, Author of the bestselling book, Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America
Captain Charlie Plumb graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis and went on to fly
Captain Keith Colburn is the very definition of the American success story. In 1985, Keith
The first female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot who shares her fascinating experiences operating in a most challenging environment – an aircraft carrier
Author of five best-selling books, noted journalist, political commentator and reporter
First American Woman to Win an all-around Olympic Gold at a fully attended Olympic Games; Expert on Success & Overcoming Adversity
Clean Comedy tailored to the Construction and Contracting Business
Carol Ann Tomlinson is William Clay Parrish, Jr. Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership, Foundations,
Carol O’Connor, a member of the Differentiated Instruction Cadre, is a dedicated educator with 25
Grit & Goals™ Expert
Carolyn Coil is an internationally known speaker, author, trainer, teacher, and educational consultant. In her
Carrie Ann Inaba started out as a Fly Girl on the series In Living Color,
Casey Neistat is an American film director, producer, developer, and creator of popular YouTube videos.
Delivers challenging messages about risk-taking and decision-making to maximize returns in an increasingly uncertain world
Former News Anchor, Texas Judge and Best Selling Author
An international expert on the topic of K-12 homework
Purple Heart recipient, double amputee, endurance athlete, author of The Making Point: How to succeed when you’re at your breaking point
Award-winning journalist, public speaker and author of the book We Need To Talk – How To Have Conversations That Matter
An expert in personal transformation his high-performance mindset and empowering presentations are based on his rise and fall as a star athlete
Poet, Educator, and Author of 4 books including the award-winning CAN I TOUCH YOUR HAIR?
The story of the NASA Test Astronaut is relatively unknown yet these test astronauts were
Since his TV debut on NESN’s Front Row sports magazine program in 1996, Charlie Moore
Charlotte Libov is an award-winning health book author and a pioneer in the field of
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Chef Robert Irvine goes where few chefs dare. He is equally at home preparing his
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Chip Beck is a player known for his contagious enthusiasm and positive attitude. Beck got
Clinical Psychologist and Author of the Best Selling book ‘Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety’
One of America’s most respected, popular, and beloved award-winning sportscasters
NY Times Best Selling Author, Expert on how Technology can Create Better Customer Experiences
Chris Fuller is a top trainer and keynote speaker for The John Maxwell Company and
Chris Hansen is a correspondent for NBC News’ “Dateline NBC.” He joined NBC in May
Founded a network of three progressive science and technology schools and was named one of the 30 Most Influential People in EdTech
Celebrity designer Chris Madden is the force behind the multi-million dollar home furnishings empire that
Over 30 years ago, Chris anticipated the need for a new kind of consultant; one
Provocative… Powerful… Persuasive… This is Not your Average Futurist
Grammy winner, renowned conductor, consultant & author of From Solo to Symphony – What Organizations can Learn from Orchestras
A natural blonde Hollywood baby, Christina Applegate was raised by her actress mother, Nancy Priddy,
Author of THE GOOD STUFF: Quips & Tips on Life, Love, Work and Happiness
Granddaughter of Cesar Chavez, employee of the United States Department of Agriculture’s, Natural Resources Conservation Service
Christine Chen, the founding executive director from 2006-2008 has returned to APIAVote in January 2011
One of the World’s Leading Authorities on the Use of Therapeutic Humor
A social critic, public intellectual and science advocate whose commentary on issues of race, culture, inequality and education
He conquered grave challenges to become a successful entrepreneur, his autobiography “The Pursuit of Happyness” was made into a major motion picture
As an Emmy Award-winning host and best selling author, Christopher Lowell’s mix of practical advice
One of America’s leading authors of children’s literature
Claire Díaz-Ortiz is an author, speaker and technology innovator who has been named one of
CEO of Cultural Brilliance, Thought Leader, Author and Speaker in the Field of Organizational Culture and Change
Since 2006, Coach Jim Johnson has taken his message of inspiration across the country. He
Leadership Training & Team Building from an Army Green Beret
An award-winning investigative reporter and one of the most recognizable faces on American television, Connie
Top-selling Author, Executive Coach Specializing in Developing Leadership and Presence
Highest-ranking Hispanic woman in the Combat Support Field of the U.S. Army
Founder of the global brand movement Fancy Lady Cowgirl
Award-winning entertainer, a nationally recognized speaker and an author
Pro football hall of famer and longtime broadcaster Cris Carter is an FS1 NFL analyst,
As the lead game analyst for NBC’s Sunday Night Football, Cris Collinsworth is regarded as
Millennial Author, Re-Imagines Workplace Culture for the Information Age
Curtis Chin is an award-winning writer and producer who has written for ABC, NBC, Fox,
Cynthia Nixon grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and in Yorkville, where
Known as “The Business Humorist” and “Agriculture’s Professional Funny Man”
Chief Legal Analyst for ABC News and Founder of Mediaite
Dedicated to transforming the way the donating public thinks about charity and change
Executive producer and host of the captivating historical narrative and award-winning radio series, A Moment in Time
Boston Globe Sports Columnist, Author
Dan Comiskey played football in the Canadian Football League for 13 years, where he was
Workplace Performance Expert, Best Selling Author, Hall of Fame Speaker
After a Horrible Sky Diving Accident he became the First Double Amputee to Re-Enlist in the United States Army
A two-time Pulitzer Prize winner with expertise in national security, military operations and the U.S. intelligence agencies
One of the World’s Leading Futurists on Global Trends and Innovation
Rwandan Genocide survivor, an advocate for human rights and the LGBT community
Pulitzer Prize winning author, business leader, media personality and a director of the Council on Foreign Relations
America’s Leading Reading Ambassador and author of the book “Leadership Begins with Motivation”
Host Build It Bigger on the Science Channel, he travels the world in search of incredible feats of architecture and engineering
In 2001, Darren LaCroix, the World Champion of Public Speaking, out-spoke 25,000 contestants from 14
Three-time Super Bowl champion, Five-time Pro Bowl selection
Humorist, author of dozens of books and former newspaper columnist
Laugh and Learn Choices to Engage, Connect and Enjoy the Process!
Dave Kerpen is the founder and CEO of Likeable Local, a social media software company
Dave Pallone worked 18 years as a professional umpire; 10 of those years with the
Father and Son Team on Generational Differences
Retired Law Enforcement State Police Captain
David Brancaccio is the host and senior editor of Marketplace Morning Report. Airing five times
Mount Everest expedition leader
Host of the Top Rated “Why Can’t You?” Podcast
Veteran Washington Journalist and Political Commentator
David Dosa MD, MPH is a geriatrician and health services researcher at Brown University in
David Feherty was born in the seaside town of Bangor in Northern Ireland. He grew
Bestselling author of “The Trust Edge” speaks on leadership, growth, performance and corporate culture
Marketing and Sales Strategist – Generating Attention and Growing Business in a Real-Time World. Our
David Nour is a growth strategist, thought leader and global keynote speaker on Relationship Economics®,
Expert on Leadership Development through Challenges, Influencing Others and Teamwork
For over 30-years, as a coach, consultant, and speaker, DAVID SARKUS, MS, CSP has moved
Founder & CEO of FUBU, Star of ABC’s Shark Tank, Entrepreneur and Branding Expert
Dayton Duncan is an award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker. He is the author of twelve
Dean Ornish, M.D., is the founder and president of a non-profit preventive medicine research facility.
Author, Former University Professor, Louisiana State Teacher of the Year in 1990, seeks to help teachers find the joy in the daily job of teaching
Deborah G. Estes started her career as a teacher at S & S Consolidated School
Deborah Gardner is a competitive performance expert that companies and organizations call on to get
On Halloween of 2008, lawyer and award-winning journalist Deborah L. Jacobs made the decision to
Two-time Emmy Award winner and Anchor of CBS’s Inside Edition
Debra Pestrak offers insights and useful information that can be implemented immediately. Debra Pestrak‘s keynote
Helping educators bridge the digital divide and improve school performance
Actress, Author and Host of the Conscious Creation radio show
The Only Athlete to Play in Both the Super Bowl and the World Series
National Coordinator of the first Earth Day and former director of the federal National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Cy Young award winning pitcher, all-star and World Series Champ
Dennis Snow’s customer service abilities were honed over 20 years with the Walt Disney World Company.
Legendary Champion F1 & Indy Driver, Master of Fast, Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author
Freelance photographer for National Geographic, author, speaker on Leadership, Vision and Creativity
Domingo-Martin Barreres has established himself as not only a premiere Boston barman, but has gathered
Three-time Olympian, Olympic Gold Medalist, Healthy Lifestyle Advocate and Gymnastics Academy Owner
Don Peppers, Founding Partner Recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on customer-focused business
Don Wildman has fast become one the most recognized faces in documentary television. Whether pulling
Donalyn Miller taught upper elementary and middle school students in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and
Veteran Democratic political strategist Donna Brazile is a Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School Shorenstein
Scholar, organizer, and media personality
For the past 14 years, Doug Flutie‘s name has been synonymous with excellence in both
International consultant, eight-time author, and former head of training at the legendary Disney University
Douglas Goldstein is a leading health care author, entrepreneur and “eFuturist.” He focuses on how
Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan is President of Sloan Trends, a 20 year San Diego-based consultancy
Co-Director of the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy
Dr. Alveda C. King is actively working toward her purpose in life, to glorify God.
Andres Lozano remembers the most satisfying case of his career – helping a boy with
Dr. Bernard Nash has written extensively on business issues and has authored several books including,
Youngest daughter of Coretta Scott King and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, she speaks on social justice and racial equality that her father envisioned
Author of four novels and two humor books, sociologist, and award winning lecturer
Former teacher, and director with the New York State Education Dept., he moves preK-12 education systems towards more rigorous and relevant skills for students
Author of the bestseller “The Skeptical Environmentalist” & “Cool It”, founder of one of the “Top 25 Environmental Think Tanks”
Clinical Psychologist working with individuals and organizations to deepen connection, build human skills, and improve culture
Known Internationally for his Work in Clinical Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, and the Infrastructure that Underlies Successful Improvement Efforts
Dr. Carl Hurley grew up in the Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Kentucky and now resides
Carol S. North, MD, MPE, is a Professor of Psychiatry and the Nancy and Ray
Educator, Attorney, Author, Human Resource Expert
Internationally Recognized for his Work in Public Accountability for Outcomes, Physician Leadership Development, & Quality-of-Care Improvement
Dr. Diane Heacox is an Associate Professor of Education at St. Catherine University in St.
Dr. Donald Lighter currently serves as Director of The Institute for Healthcare Quality Research and
Author of more than 30 books and 80 articles on education, leadership, and organizational effectiveness
Often described as “the founding father of nanotechnology”, Eric Drexler introduced the concept in his
He has degrees from some of the most respected colleges and seminaries. He’s written some
Dr. Gregg’s Message From his 30 years coaching elite athletes and executives and from his
Founder of a Non Profit Health Education Organization Focused on Aging Fitness and Health
Dr. Hunter Adams, also know as ‘Patch’, is both a medical doctor and a clown…but
Dr. James Canton is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, author and visionary business advisor.
Jane BG Tornatore, PhD, brings humor, enthusiasm and compassion to her programs on memory and
Dr. Janet Lapp’s larger-than-life on-stage personality captures attention and hearts with humor and compelling story.
Best Selling Author and Lecturer who has Dedicated his Career to Addressing the Ills Afflicting Black Culture in the United States
Jeffrey Wilhelm is Distinguished Professor of English Education at Boise State University and is the
John D. Day, M.D. is a cardiologist specializing in the treatment of heart rhythm disorders.
Expert in helping schools create and sustain academic excellence
Physician, Executive, Academic Researcher, Advisor, Patient – Tackling Today’s Healthcare Challenges through Adaptive Design
Dr. John Sullivan has been described as one of the leading strategists in the field
Dr. Joseph MacInnis is a physician-scientist, author and deep-sea explorer. He has led over 30
Julie Silver, MD is one of the most innovative women in healthcare. As an Associate
Dr. Katherine McKnight is a dynamic presenter, dedicated teacher, and award-winning author.
Award-winning Behavioral Science Professor, Clinician and Author
Lilya Wagner is director of Philanthropic Service for Institutions, an internal consulting group for a
After the tragic death of her two sons, Dr. Bias decided to bring new solutions to solve old problems in her speeches
Marianne Neifert, M.D., M.T.S., better known as “Dr. Mom”, is an acclaimed speaker, well-known pediatrician,
Chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, author and frequent guest on various cable news outlets
Author of dozens of books, she speaks on how your brand can deliver superior customer experiences and build trusted relationships
Michael F. Roizen, MD is cofounder of RealAge and chairman of the RealAge Scientific Advisory
Physician, author, speaker and expert in preventive health and wellness, with a special emphasis on African American health
Dr. Miriam Nelson is Director of the Center for Physical Activity and Nutrition and Associate
Nieca Goldberg, M.D. is a cardiologist and a nationally recognized pioneer in women’s heart health.
Award Winning Singer-Songwriter, Educator and Humorist
Award Winning Educator, Internationally Recognized Education Consultant, Expert on Teaching, Curriculum Coordination, and Program Administration
National Geographic Society Explorer
MIT-trained economist and author focused on social and economic challenges
Specialist in staff development, teacher training, special education, and systems management
Diversity Initiatives: Making Sense of the Difference
Educational Leader, Author, Daytime TV Host, Personal Responsibility Advocate
Steven L. Layne serves Professor and Chair of the Department of Education at Wheaton College
Dr. Stuart Altman, Sol C. Chaikin Professor of National Health Policy at The Heller School
Best-selling author who helps sales, business leaders and entrepreneurs improve their self awareness and success
Author and professor of animal science whose personal story of living with autism has inspired millions
Victoria Bernhardt, Ph.D., is the Executive Director of a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Safety Expert and Father of Transgender Youth Advocate Nicole Maines
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Expert in stress and coping, interpersonal relationships, organizational health, wellness and workplace culture
Former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney
Syndicated Washington Post Columnist and NPR Commentator
Inspired by the works of his Academy Award-winning father, Ed Begley Jr. became an actor.
Legendary air force veteran who inspires and entertains through his telling of humorous stories and anecdotes
Leading Authority on Economic Development and Land Use Polices and Trends
Edgar’s radio features can be heard on WGBH’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered, and
Edmund Morris is one of America’s best political biographers and journalists. He is best known
Pioneer in Growth Mindset
The Education Avengers, Champions of Virtual Learning: Chapter Four
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Ekaterina Walter is a social media innovator at Intel. A recognized business and marketing thought
Faculty Associate for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Innovation speaks on marketing and customer service in the nonprofit world
Eleanor Clift is a Washington correspondent for the Daily Beast, an online publication where she
Expert on empathy-fueled leadership, resilience, and inclusion
Ellen Goodman has spent most of her life chronicling social change and its impact on
Trainer in cultivating growth minded contexts in education at the classroom, school, and district levels
Highly acclaimed keynote speaker, consultant and executive coach on the subjects of leadership, and team dynamics
Eric Chester is the premier expert on the emerging workforce. He began his career as
Navy SEAL Combat Veteran – Entrepreneur – Executive
Optical physicist, author of Peer Instruction, speaks on innovation in education and technology in the classroom
Author of Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students: A Guide for School-Based Professionals
Advocates changes to transform school cultures using technology in facilitating student learning, transform learning spaces, and help educators grow
Entrepreneur, international best-selling author, inspirational speaker, mental health professional with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and Holocaust survivor
Award-winning Researcher, Educator, Entrepreneur, and Author
Specializes in teaching and learning that is standards-based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive.
Called a Digital Dale Carnegie and the Tony Robbins of Tech, Erik Qualman is the
Erik Wahl is an internationally recognized artist, TED speaker, and No. 1 bestselling author.
Author, Activist, Speaker, Wife, Mother, and Force Behind Erin’s Law
Writer, educator, and subject matter expert on digital strategy, brand storytelling, experience design, gameful thinking, and audience development
Author of 10 books, professor of Journalism, correspondent, and former editor for thirty-three years at Time and Newsweek
Trust issues, leadership missteps and ethics problems can threaten any organization, impact market value and
Using comic monologues, juggling, music and magic, he brings simple ideas that help shatter the self imposed limits of fear.
Anti-corruption and business ethics expert, Author of The Enablers: How the West Supports Kleptocrats and Corruption – Endangering Our Democracy
Entrepreneur, Best-selling Author on Executive Leadership, Diversity Driving Innovation and Success
Global keynote speaker known as “The Creativity Explorer”, author of 10 books including “The Idea Book”
President of UMBC/Chair, Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for African Americans
Prof. G. Scott Hubbard has been engaged in science, technology research, executive and program management
Olympian Yolanda Gail Devers was born on November 19, 1966, Seattle, Washington, and began running
Fuses Comic Timing and Research to Deliver Motivational Business Expertise
Garry Kasparov, a legend in the international sports arena for his 20-year reign as the
Hamel has led transformational efforts in some of the world’s most notable companies and has helped to create billions of dollars in shareholder value
“Life is full of ups and downs, good and bad, but it wouldn’t be fun
General B. B. Bell retired from the U.S. Army in 2008 following a thirty-nine year
Geno Auriemma has redefined the meaning of success in women’s college basketball in his 27
Chief engineer for the Planetary Flight Systems Directorate at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Fortune Magazine’s Senior Editor-at-Large
Geoffrey Moore is an author, speaker, and advisor who splits his consulting time between start-up
Geoffrey C. Ward, a historian, screenwriter, and former editor of American Heritage, is the author
George Couros is a leading educator in the area of innovative leadership, teaching, and learning.
Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), construction business owner, successful entrepreneur, and expert in the construction industry.
Investigative journalist and author of thirteen books, including Case Closed, Killing the Dream, God’s Bankers and his most recent Pharma
Elementary school principal, popular YouTube personality, and author of Go See the Principal
Giovanni Gallucci: A recovering .NET programmer turned tech evangelist who provides strategy for social media,
Let it be known that Giovanni found his “passion path” in life when he was
Gloria Allred is an attorney and a partner in the Los Angeles law firm of
Investigates Critical Race Theory Applications and Diversity as the Key to Innovation
One of the Most Outstanding and Best Known Announcers in Sports Television
World’s Greatest Diver
Expert on Drone Technology, Regulation, Public Policy and Ordinances
Business Humorist who Speaks on the 21st Century Workplace and Work/Life Balance
Greg Stephens is a Master Certified Trainer in Crucial Conversations. He has extensive experience introducing
Futurist & Business Transformation Expert, Author of Never Normal, Co-Creator of The Adapt Manifesto
Gregg Treinish founded Adventurers and Scientists for Conservation in 2011, with a strong passion for
Best-Selling Author, Leading Authority on New Technologies that will Radically Disrupt Health Care
a Washington-based comedy team
Guy Fieri, chef, restaurateur, New York Times bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning host began his
Syndicated columnist and author of books on Sales, Customer Service, and Negotiating
Hannah Ubl’s core mission is to create organizations that don’t suck. She’s devoted her career
Expert in Food and Diet Trends, and Eating Behaviors
Corporate Put-on Comedian and Emcee, Stand-up Comedian and Actor, Frequently Rated “Best Speaker’
Former Head Football Coach, Educator, Business Professional and Author
Speaker on Indigenous culture and value systems, Co-Owner of Indigenous Concepts Consulting, Educator, Producer
Dr. Hector Montenegro works with districts and administrators nationally and internationally on systemic implementation of
Heidi Neck, Ph.D., is a Babson College Professor and the Jeffry A. Timmons Professor of
Herb Sorensen, Ph.D. is a pre-eminent authority on observing and measuring shopping behavior and attitudes.
Award-winning Actor know for television’s CSI: NY and The Good Doctor, Bestselling Author and Philanthropist
Expert on unleashing Authentic Confidence in women
Actress, author, talkshow host, activist and philanthropist, Holly Robinson Peete has been touched by the
American conservative political author, Front-page columnist for the Boston Herald and Host of a radio show that is syndicated across New England
A prolific thought leader and author, founder of Eurasia Group, a leading global political risk research and consulting firm
Author of several books on 21st Century Learning and the Future of Education his work includes helping design schools of the future
Author, Health Care Futurist and Frequent Commentator for Television, Radio, and Print Media
American rapper, songwriter, actor, and producer
“Idris Akuna Elba” (born 6 September 1972) is a British television, theatre, and film actor
Award winning science correspondent and TV journalist Ira Flatow is the host of Science Friday,
Cyber Security Expert
Director of the Pandemic Resource and Response Initiative of the NCDP at the Earth Institute at Columbia University, Co-founder of The Children’s Health Fund
Mr. Isaac Yeffet has spent most of his years in the Israeli Secret Services in
Medical Economist, Author, and Entrepreneur
A nationally-recognized presenter, author, and humorist, Jack Berckemeyer, began his career as a middle school
Nationally recognized children’s singer, songwriter, author, keynote presenter and workshop leader
What Customers Love: What Every Leader Must Know and Do Well
Jack McCall has been entertaining and inspiring audiences for over 20 years. A farm boy
Business and Technology Futurist Speaks on Blockchain, Big Data, Supply Chain Management and AI
Former naval intelligence officer, global futurist, speaker, and author of several books. Expert in technology, change management and leadership
Jackie is dedicated to helping leaders create BEST places where the BEST people can do their BEST work to make the world BETTER.
A 21st century educator who speaks on Growth Mindset, Social Emotional Learning through Technology and Instructional Strategies
Jackie Joyner-Kersee is considered one of the greatest athletes of all time. Sports Illustrated for
After 33 years in the boxing world as publicist and then manager, Jackie Kallen has
Best Selling Author, Sportswriter and former ESPN Panelist on Around the Horn, Contributor to WEEI Radio and WHDH-TV
“Edu-taining” speaker on Caregiving, Eldercare, Alzheimer’s, Breast Cancer. Jacqueline Marcell was a photographer and also
PROFESSIONAL FREESKIER LIVING WITH SEVERE ASTHMA
Expert in Designing & Executing Cultural Blueprints, Defining Service Strategy & Operationalizing the Ideal Customer & Employee Experience
Selected by Foreign Policy magazine as one of their Top 100 Global Thinkers, Jamais Cascio
Renowned Hospital Governance Advisor
As co-author of The Experience Economy: Work Is Theatre & Every Business a Stage, James
Implementation of evaluation systems to focus on how to identify effective teachers and how to enhance teacher effectiveness
Clean humorist whose comedy was inspired by fifteen years as a marketing director in the 9 to 5 world
Works extensively with parents, teachers, and organizations in the areas of brain compatible learning, gifted education, creative and critical thinking
As a Four-Time Olympic Champion, Janet’s story is unique, engaging, and incredibly inspiring! Delivering over
Emmy and three-time Golden Globe nominated actress, author, activist, motivational speaker, single mom and founder of Constituting America
Emmy award-winning television host, PBS NewsHour correspondent and moderator of the Boston Speakers Series.
Jared Milrad, J.D., M.S. Jared Milrad is an award-winning lawyer, producer, actor, and social entrepreneur
Former Sr. Level Manager for Southwest Airlines who Built a Successful Workplace Culture Through Leadership, Customer Service and Team Building
Talk Triggers: Turn Your Customers into Volunteer Marketers
Dr. Kaplan is Medical Director of the Studer Group and Director of Service and Operational
Jay McTighe brings a wealth of experience developed during a rich and varied career in
Founder of Action Based Learning, Expert on how brain research supports the link of movement to enhanced learning
Building sustaining plans with a singular focus: to increase student achievement
Jeannie Walters speaks on topics including employee engagement, social media and communications in corporate environments.
An internationally recognized health futurist and medical economist who works on strategic planning and performance improvement initiatives
Las Vegas Headliner | Host Personality | Philanthropist
One of the Nation’s Foremost Health Industry Analysts, Specializing in Corporate Strategy, Trend Analysis, Health Policy, and Emerging Technologies
World’s leading sci-fi & fantasy world designer and inspirational speaker
Over the past decade, Jeff Havens has become one of the most in-demand presenters in North America
Award-winning journalist and communications specialist
Building the Customer Experience to Improve Sales in Your Store
With a background in both advertising and public relations, Jeff Slutsky had an opportunity to
Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator
His program brings together his years as an advisor to the Pentagon and his time as a guitarist for Steely Dan and the Doobie Brothers
Chief Happiness Officer at Zappos, creator of the Zappos Culture Book
Collaboration and Leadership Skills for Team Leads, Department and Committee Chairs and Others
Star of the hit TV show “The Little Couple”, this real life doctor’s family’s adventure is now in it’s 7th season
Best-Selling Author, Leadership Expert, Motivator
Author of over 20 bestselling books about the impact of scientific and technological changes on the economy, the workforce, society, and the environment
Jerome “The Bus” Bettis is considered one of the best running backs in NFL history.
Jerry found humor growing up on his family’s farm which makes him one of the nation’s most sought-after farm speakers for agribusiness events
Head Referee for four Super Bowls, Author of “Born to Referee”
Author of I’m Not Broken
Jessica Journey is a nonprofit professional, thriving in the Indianapolis community. She’s been featured in
Author of the Bestselling Book “Rejection Proof, How I Beat Fear and Became Invincible Through 100 Days of Rejection”
One handed MLB pitcher who played for 10 seasons
A leading trends and innovation expert, focusing on innovation by aligning strategy to fast-paced future trends
Jim Craig has been called the backbone of a team that accomplished one of the
Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author (Culture That Rocks), Podcaster (Thoughts That Rock)
Built an internationally recognized retail brand using new technologies that help people connect and express themselves
Athlete, Author, Teacher and Inspiration for the Movie, “The Rookie”
Jim Rice is a Red Sox Studio Analyst before and after select Boston Red Sox
Dr. Jim Rickabaugh serves as the Senior Advisor to the Institute for Personalized Learning, an
James Edmound Shea, Jr. (born June 10, 1968) is a retired American skeleton racer who
Comedian, Actor Clean Humorist
Best Selling Author, Ex- NFL Player, Entrepreneur
EL Program Consultant, School Support & Improvement Facilitator, Bilingual Education Cross-Cultural Specialist, Biliteracy Reading Instruction Consultant
Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, Mother and Former Co-host of Good Morning America
A finalist on America’s Got Talent, SandStory performances are custom created for a National and Global audience
As President of Basketball Operations, Joe Dumars has taken the Detroit Pistons from the bottom
One of the Best Quarterbacks of All Time, with 4 Super Bowl Rings, Joe is not just Winner but also a Leader
Joe Palca is a science correspondent for NPR. He comes to journalism from a science
Joe Theismann is an iconic former NFL quarterback. During his 11 seasons as the play-caller
Joe Torre was recently elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. He
25 year Lieutenant with the NYC Fire Dept who was buried alive when the twin towers collapsed
Educational Neuroscience and the Design and Measurement of Classroom Environments that Promote Student Engagement
Internationally Recognized Leadership Consultant, Coach, and Author of more than a dozen books
Expert on relationship management, emotional maturity, succession planning, and life beyond work
John Englander is an oceanographer, consultant and author. He has witnessed first hand the impacts
Keynote Speaker to over 1500 Organizations Worldwide, Blue Angel Lead Solo Pilot, Stanford Fellow, Bestselling Author and ‘Gratitude Guru’
Founders of the National Patient Safety Foundation
Harvard Business School faculty member and author of books on organizational change and business strategy
John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who
Hall of Fame MLB World Series Champion and Sportscaster
Top Innovator in Retail
Combat Injured Marine Corps Explosive Ordinance Disposal Technician; Military Analyst on Fox News
Olympian, former Pro Football Player, Author of PUSH: Breaking Through Barriers
14 year NFL veteran, finalist on America’s Got Talent, author and focus of a new major motion picture about his life
Developing Positive People, Leaders, Organizations and Teams, Jon Gordon is a sought after Keynote Speaker and International Bestselling Author
Customer experience and leadership expert, Advisor to CEOs, Author, Founder of Watermark Consulting
Jon Stetson is the one Entertainer/Speaker who understands the importance of capturing the Mind share
Producer and Star of the hit TV show, Bar Rescue, businessman and a Best-Selling author of Raise The Bar
Latin pop singer who has 6 Grammy Awards and over 40 gold and platinum albums
Josette Sheeran is the seventh president and CEO of Asia Society. In the position, which
Entrepreneur, CEO, Bestselling Author, Venture Capitalist, Professional Jazz Guitarist, on a Mission to Drive Creativity, Innovation, & Reinvention
Joy Baldridge, CPC, CSP, is a renown self-management expert who helps the best companies in
Joyce and her husband Bill have awarded over a quarter of a billion dollars to charity and were named to Forbes’ “America’s Top 50 Givers” list
Judge, politician, legal commentator, FOX News Contributor, author, champion of victim’s rights and mother of two
Dr. Judy Willis, M.D. M.Ed. Dr. Judy Willis, a board-certified neurologist combined her 15 years
Julia Sweeney is best known for her four hit seasons on Saturday Night Live and
Best selling author
Coach and Advisor to School Leaders, Educational Institutions, and Foundations Whose Mission is to Shape the Future of K–12 Education
Helps organizations flip the norms of business in order to reclaim their creativity, productivity and engagement
Former NFL player
Known as the “Gen Z Historian”
Kaihan Krippendorff has made a commitment to helping organizations and individuals thrive in today’s era
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Former Sandy Hook Elementary Teacher, Founder Classes4Classes, Author of Choosing Hope
Advocate for Inclusive Workplaces, Author of Better Allies: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces
Past President of the American Nurses Association, Once voted among the “Top 25 Women in Healthcare”
Expert in teaching pedagogies, lifelong learning & study smart strategies
For over a decade Kari Byron has been a strong presence in the world of
National literacy consultant and top-selling author
Katherine Merseth’s work concentrates on charter schools, teacher education, mathematics education, and the case-method of
Leading Expert on Poverty
Kathleen McClaskey is Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Personalize Learning, LLC and Co-Author of
Kathleen Passanisi, PT, CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame, and recipient of a Lifetime Achievement
U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC Studios, Award-winning Journalist, and Bestselling Author
Author of Robin Hood Marketing: Stealing Corporate Savvy for Just Causes
30 year of Public Servant, merged 170,000 employees from 22 agencies into the Department of Homeland Security
Author who teaches strategies and tactics for cultivating diverse consumers emotionally, rationally and with cultural relevance
An award-winning documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns has directed film projects such as The Civil War,
Over the past 35+ years, Dr. Ken Dychtwald has emerged as North America’s foremost visionary
Highly sought after expert on communicating student achievement
Dispute Resolution Expert, who headed compensation review for the September 11th, BP Disaster, Boston Marathon and Penn State Victim Fund
Kenny Loggins has been many things to many people over the past three decades —
Award Winning Actress
Kevin shares ideas, strategies and principles that will inspire and equip attendees to show up every day and make a positive difference
Technology Entrepreneur and New York Times Best Selling Author on Employee Engagement
With more than thirty years of experience in exploring computer security, Kevin Mitnick is a
Drug Policy Advisor to three U.S. Presidential Administrations, Co-founder of Project SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana)
Keynote Speaker & Employee Engagement and Virtual Management Expert
Although the son of Sprint Car legend Sammy Swindell is sure to garner a lot
Futurist and bestselling author of Competing in the New World of Work: How Radical Adaptability Separates the Best from the Rest
Author and Leading Educational Consultant of Effective Strategies to Increase Student Achievement
Trendspotter and Researcher on the Multi-generational Workforce
Kim Phuc Phan Thi is known around the world as the little girl in the Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph from the Vietnam War
Global Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Executive Strategist | Top Rated Corporate Trainer | Award Winning Speaker
Founder of Student Maid, a successful cleaning company and author of Permission To Screw Up
Two brothers with an indelible bond, tap into the soul of the individual, helping each person to believe that anything is possible
2004 ESPY Award winner (Best Athlete with a Disability), and a year later was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Teacher and author of I Wish My Teacher Knew: How One Question Can Change Everything for Our Kids
The First Legally Deaf Player in NBA History
Larry Bird, referred to as “The Living Legend” by Sports Illustrated, is credited with the
NFL Hall of Fame Superbowl Champion, TV Personality and Businessman
For twenty five years, Larry has helped organizations build more productive and profitable working cultures
One of NASCAR’s most successful and recognized crew chiefs is Larry McReynolds. Larry’s NASCAR career
bestselling author, television personality, social commentator and internationally acclaimed speaker
Whether helping individuals ace a job interview, or leaders inspire their teams, Laura Lewis-Barr has
Author, teacher, coach, and speaker, Laura Robb has completed 43years of teaching in grades 4-8.
Fox News contributor, investigative journalist and Campus Reform’s Editor-in-Chief
Physician, Healthcare Executive, CNN Medical Analyst, Former Baltimore Health Commissioner, Contributing Columnist – The Washington Post
Founder of Maximize Learning, Author, Presenter on Differentiation, Student Engagement, Poverty, Brain Research, and More!
Author of How to Create a Perfect School
Educator and Best Selling Author of Growing Global Digital Citizens, Mindful Assessment and Future-Focused Learning
Writer, Winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary
Lieutenant Colonel United States Army, Retired
Certified Speaking Professional, Hall of Fame Speaker, Award Winning Philanthropist
Best-selling author and breast cancer survivor
Lis Wiehl is one of the nation’s most prominent trial lawyers and highly regarded commentators.
Award-winning journalist and trial attorney Lisa Bloom hosted a daily, live, national television on Court
Chief Medical Officer of Everly Health, an innovative home diagnostics company
Liz Wiseman is a researcher and executive advisor who teaches leadership to executives around the
Retired Lieutenant Colonel, Instructor Pilot for the California Air National Guard, Expert on Leadership in high-stress and dynamic situations
Lucie Arbuthnot, PhD, is a leading authority on the lifestyle and medical strategies for reducing
Globally Recognized Authority on Innovation Leadership
Lulu Garcia-Navarro is the multi-award winning former host of NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday and was NPR’s first Latina host of a news program
Lyle Lovett was one of the most distinctive and original singer/songwriters to emerge during the
Known both for her enthusiasm and expertise, Lynne is a dynamic presenter
Generational Expert
Global activist, fundraiser, speaker, consultant, and author who has trained thousands of fundraisers to be more effective in their work
Co-Founder of Age Way, author of Influence: How Women’s Soaring Economic Power Will Transform Our World for the Better
Basketball Legend, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
Subject of the biographical book “Not Without My Daughter” which was made into a major motion picture featuring Sally Field
Urban revitalization strategy consultant, real estate developer, MacArthur Fellow, Peabody Award–winning broadcaster, leader in environmental justice solutions
Manny Perez is becoming one of the most recognizable Latino Actors in Hollywood. He has
National Political Correspondent for NPR
A Cognitive Neuroscientist now Blogging, Writing, and Speaking on the Science, Experience, and Treatment of Addiction
Marc Prensky, author of BRAIN GAIN: Technology and the Quest for Digital Wisdom, is an
Marci Shimoff is the author of the new instant runaway bestseller, Happy for No Reason:
Leading Educational Consultant Former Executive Director of Professional Development for the DeKalb County School System
Leader of the Strengths Revolution Marcus Buckingham is a global researcher and thought leader focused
*Serial Entrepreneur, Investor, and Leadership Expert *Chairman and CEO, Camping World *Star of CNBC’s ‘The
Three-time Olympic medalist; Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivor; Spokesperson for the National Children’s Advocacy Center
Marie Pasinski, M.D. is a Harvard neurologist, brain health expert and author. A graduate of
Marilyn Tam, Ph.D. is a Speaker, Author, Consultant, Board Certified Executive/Corporate Coach, CEO of Marilyn
Former Navy Seal, Author, Fitness Expert and Leadership Trainer
Art of Business Influence, Former Stockbroker
Former High School Teacher, Corporate Lobbyist and Entrepreneur who Delivers Humor as his Message
Rockstar Keynote and Celebrity Drummer Mark Schulman redefines the term “keynote speaker”
Dr. Goldsmith is the author or editor of 42 books, which have sold over 2.5
Artist, Author, HIV Advocate
Commander Mary Kelly Brings military strategies, tactics, and motivation to leaders looking for resilience and business growth. Author 15 books. PhD Economics.
Film & TV Executive, Legendary Music Mogul, Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur
As an Attitude Expert, Matt’s humor, quick wit, and ability to connect with your people will create meaningful positive attitude changes
Superbowl Champion, Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Outdoorsman
Matthew E. May is an internationally recognized thought leader on strategy, innovation, and lean. Founder
Author of The Black and The Blue, A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America’s Law Enforcement
Maura Tierney was born on February 3, 1965, in Boston, Massachusetts. She was raised in
Maureen Healy is an award-winning author, speaker and leader in the field of children’s emotional health.
Author and recording artist and the first rap artist ever to perform at New York’s historic Carnegie Hall
Researcher, Author, Expert on Managing and Motivating Different Generations in the Workforce
Meaghan is truly passionate about storytelling, so it’s no surprise she started her career off
Creator of the global phenomenon – The 5 Second Rule
As an aspiring young gymnast, Melanie Roach‘s commitment to excellence took her all the way
Bringing joy back to teaching
Melissa Galt is a national lifestyle designer, speaker and author. The great granddaughter of acclaimed
CEO of Culture Co-op and One of the Foremost Experts on Culture and Trends
Took the Worst Ship in the Navy and Turned it into the Best Performing Ship
Former President and CEO of Tufts Medical Center with a unique perspective on both the US health care system as well as the single payer Canadian system
Award-winning Historian and Best-selling Author
Michael Buffer is world renowned for his tuxedo image and famous trademarked phrase “LET’S GET
Michael F. Cannon is the Cato Institute’s director of health policy studies
Michael Fullan, O.C., is the former Dean of the Ontario Institute for Studies in
Michael Gurian is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty five books published in
Michael H. Cohen is an attorney, writer and futurist who counsels leaders in the health & wellness industry.
Michael Kelley was dropped on his head as a young child. Some would argue that
Proclaimed nationally and internationally as a gamification guru he transforms the traditional classroom into a high-energy environment
Over the past 35 years – from Boston to Brussels, London to Little Rock, Peoria
Former Lieutenant Governor of Maryland and the Former Chairman of the Republican National Committee
Two-time Emmy winner, Super Bowl Champion and Peabody award winning journalist Michael Strahan currently co-hosts
Michael Tanner heads research into a variety of domestic policies, with an emphasis on poverty
Labeled “America’s most influential trendspotter” by the U.K.’s The Daily Telegraph
Michael A. Young, MHA, FACHE, is President and Chief Executive Officer of Temple University Hospital
MIT-trained computer scientist, attorney, first woman Under Secretary of Commerce and former Head of Patents and Patent Strategy for Google
Conservative political commentator, award winning author and journalist
Founder of Hello Fears, a Social Movement Empowering Millions to Step Outside of the Comfort Zone
Writer, Thought Leader and Traditional member of the On^yota’:aka (Oneida) Nation Wolf Clan of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy
Internationally Recognized Physicist, TV and Radio Personality and Best-Selling Author
Although he did not start running until he moved to Atlanta in 1994, he has
Do you want a lead authority who is going to have your audience rolling in
Team Captain for the “Miracle on Ice” 1980 Gold Medal Olympic Hockey win
Hall of Fame Speaker who is motivational and can address Leadership, Attitude, Communication and Sales
Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO in Afghanistan, former Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, author and experienced senior leader in the private sector
Former sports anchor for WCVB TV channel 5
Former NASA Astronaut, NY Times Best Selling Author, First Person to Tweet from Space, Columbia University Professor
Former NASA shuttle pilot and award-winning author
He combines world-class guitar playing with comedy to help people realize their potential life’s goals
Paralympic medalist and world champion in wheelchair basketball, Author of Shot Happens
CEO, Thought Leader, Global Nomad, Author, Publisher, Photographer, Futurist
Star of HGTV’s Good Bones and co-founder and owner of Two Chicks and a Hammer
Nutrition Spokesperson, Author, Celebrity Nutritionist and Media Expert
One of the first female sports agents
Montel Williams earned his media celebrity status as an inspirational Emmy Award winning television personality
Former Teacher Turned National Triathlon Champion and World Class Skier
Educator, author of ‘Grading Smarter Not Harder’
A key presence in the synth pop movement of the early ’80s, Naked Eyes formed
Nanci N. Smith, PhD, is a full-time national and international consultant and featured conference speaker
Nancy G. Brinker is regarded as the leader of the global breast cancer movement. Her
Leading Strategic Futurist
Nancy Thomas, the Mother of three birth children, two adopted children, one child being raised
Nastia Liukin, world-renown gymnast and Olympic gold medalist, is known for her exceptional athletic ability
Seasoned Educator, Title IX Coordinator, Founder of the Student Athlete Project, Former Head HS Football Coach
Natalie went from Runner to First Responder in the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombing
Expert on Strategies Achieving Peak Performance, Managed Care, Hospital-Physician Transactions, and Joint Ventures
Expert Speaker, Best Selling Author & Executive Coach on Sales, Culture & Leadership
Inspiring organizations to foster innovation, build stronger teams, adapt under pressure, and cultivate a mind-set that focuses on solutions!
Neil Ihde is a speaker, lecturer, consultant and founder of Life IQ where he motivates groups and individuals to work, play, relate and live intelligently.
World-renowned Business Futurist, Innovation Thought Leader, Author
Nick Morris travels the country sharing his story in hopes of inspiring and motivating others
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* Transgender Youth Advocate, Actress, subject of the NY Times bestseller “Becoming Nicole”
First Woman Thunderbird Pilot, Combat Veteran, Fighter Squadron Commander
Author, Expert Eduprenuer, and Chief Culture Cre8or
Renowned poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator
America’s first-ever Olympic Champion in the sport of inverted aerial skiing
Cancer got the girls, the girls got even. Meet Noreen. She turned a near-death experience
Marketing Expert on Personal Branding and the Gig Economy
Professor of Business Law & Recognized Expert on College Access as well as Corporate Governance
Marine Corps Special Operations Forces Combat Vet, Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, Handcycling Paralympic Gold Medalist
World Series Champion and considered the best fielding shortstop of all time
Mindful Leadership Expert, Author and Former Monk
Leading global strategy advisor, world traveler, and best-selling author
World class jugglers who present a true demonstration of The Power of Partnership
Pat Benatar‘s polished mainstream pop/rock made her one of the more popular female vocalists of
The current President and former Head Coach of the Miami HEAT and Hall of Fame
Pat Williams is a basketball Hall-of-Famer, co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic and former general
Pat Wood, III Principal, Wood3 Resources Energy infrastructure developer Pat Wood, III has a long
A “speaker’s speaker” Pat specializes in ascertaining the organization’s culture, interests and challenge
Author, Songwriter, and Business Humorist
Author of best-selling books on teamwork, leadership, and management
Patrick Stewart is one of the most acclaimed performers working today. His career includes numerous
Former Chief Talent Officer of Netflix, HR and Workplace Expert
One of the Nation’s Top Stand-up Comedians
Paul Tukey, 49, is an American journalist, author, filmmaker and motivational public speaker, who has
Psychologist, Speaker, Author and Consultant Dr. Paul White is a psychologist, author, speaker, and consultant
Former General Counsel for Starbucks, Army Veteran, Entrepreneur, Diversity Leader and Musician
Paula Poundstone‘s insightful musings about the world around her have been catching on like a
Paula Statman, B.S.E., M.S.S.W. is an award-winning author, internationally respected educator, and media spokesperson who
Co-hosts, with her father the travel legend Arthur Frommer, a nationally syndicated radio talk show, The Travel Show
Pearl Abraham is the author of four novels, American Taliban, The Seventh Beggar, Giving Up
Award winning educator focused on research and advocacy efforts aimed at fighting poverty
Peg Neuhauser is a management and organizational consultant, specializing in the areas of conflict management,
Legally blind voice over artist heard on hundreds of radio and television stations across the U.S.
Award-winning former principal and best-selling education author
Peter Edward Rose was born April 14, 1941 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Pete’s father, who played
Peter Jay Brown is a director and cinematographer, who specializes in real life stories, cultural
Emmy Award-winning musician Peter Buffett has an acclaimed career that spans more than 28 years
Award winning writer
Visionary. Pioneer. Maverick. #1 NYT bestselling author
People are inspired by great adventure. And the name Peter Hillary is synonymous with adventure.
Peter Oosterhuis, CBS golf analyst and Sr. PGA Tour player, got his start in broadcasting
General Peter Pace, United States Marine Corps (Retired) General Peter Pace retired from active duty
Peter M. Senge is a senior lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is
STRATEGIST, THINKER, FUTURIST, SPEAKER
Internationally-Recognized Artist, Interactive Collaboration Art Experience for Attendees
CBS NFL Lead Analyst, Super Bowl MVP, Co-Host on Showtimes “Inside the NFL”
Novelist and Author, Dubbed the Unofficial Biographer of the Whitey Bulger Gang
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* 48th President of the Republic of Costa Rica
Sierra Leone Princess. Humanitarian. Educator. Author. Bounce Trumpet Award Recipient
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Ralph Fletcher has been a mentor to teachers and young writers everywhere. He frequently works
Ray Davies is the lead singer, chief songwriter, and rhythm guitarist in the Kinks, one
President of the National Dropout Prevention Center and the Successful Practices Network
Renata J. Rafferty is among the most engaging and sought-after speakers on philanthropy in the
Rev. Dr. Iyanla Vanzant‘s story reads like an epic adventure filled with near misses, struggle,
President and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus, an organization that has registered thousands of young people to vote
Understanding the Different Generations that Shop – and Work – in Your Business
Having been shot and gravely wounded by one of the Boston marathon bombers he brings his story of survival, resilience and adaptability to your audience
Richard Elmore joined the faculty of the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 1990, having
An 11-time National Sportswriter of the Year, Rick Reilly is one of the best known
Rick Segel & Associates is a twenty year old training, writing, publishing consortium with affiliate
Host of the public television series, Rick Steves‘ Europe, and author of 22 European travel books
Award-Winning Educator / Author
Television anchor, legal analyst, trial attorney, actor and best-selling author, Rikki Klieman has earned a
Award-winning diversity consultant
Legendary Oscar-winning actress-singer-dancer
“The only constant in life is change”, so said the philosopher Heraclitus. Today, issues of
Maybe you’ve never heard of Rob Paulsen. But you’ve heard him. A lot.
Comedian, Emmy-nominated Actor, Retired Marine
Author of six books on energy and innovation
New York Times Bestselling author and the foundational expert in the science of influence
Robert Costa is an acclaimed national political reporter and analyst, and co-author of Peril with
ROBERT SICILIANO, CSP, the #1 Best Selling Amazon.com author and CEO, may get your attention
One of America’s Leading Experts on Customer Experience and Employee Experience
Entrepreneur, Author, Expert on Risk and Competition
This twice voted San Francisco’s ‘Best Comedian’ and three times voted San Francisco’s ‘Best Magician’ creates a custom experience for your audience.
The first person in history to walk to both the North and South Poles
Renowned global futurist and innovation keynote speaker
Former Governor and author of Raising the Grade: How High School Reform Can Save Our Youth and Our Nation
Roberto Clemente, Jr., or in the Spanish naming system Roberto Clemente Zabala, is a baseball
As one of America’s most popular and versatile broadcast journalists, Robin Meade has given a
Robin Steinberg is the CEO of The Bail Project, a national organization modeled after The
Professional adventure racer, best-selling author and motivational speaker she speaks on teamwork, leadership and change
Wounded Vietnam vet who returned from the war to play pro football and chronicled in the movie “Fighting Back”
For years there was no question why NFL receivers feared going over the middle against
Roger Ballentine is the Founder and President of Green Strategies Inc., a strategic environmental and
Best Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker, NCAA Division I Tennis Champion
Roger Dawson is one of America’s top experts in the art of negotiating. Dawson is
Nationally award-winning journalist, author and political analyst
Ron Berger is the Senior Advisor for Teaching & Learning at EL Education, a nonprofit
CNBC Senior Analyst and Commentator, Trailblazing Financial Journalist, Bestselling Author and Financial Professional
NFL veteran, successful entrepreneur, and acclaimed national football analyst
For more than three decades, Ron Kaufman has helped companies on every continent build a
Boston-based pianist Ron Poster leads his swing trio playing songs made famous during the Count
Author of The Power of Making Thinking Visible, Creating Cultures of Thinking & Making Thinking Visible
Called The World’s Best Ventriloquist by The New York Times and The Times, London
Humorous, former game show host, who speaks on teamwork, customer service and his personal journey to success
Author of several books, addresses issues like life changes, depression, suicide, anxiety, eating disorders and self-harm
Author, Four-Time Olympian, Award Winning Speaker
International and national speaker on economic diversity and social economic class. Expert on the impact of financial and emotional poverty on learning
His life story immortalized with the film, RUDY, he achieved his dream which was to attend Notre Dame and play football for the Fighting Irish
Olympic Gold Medalist, Survivor, Motivational Speaker
For over 30 years, racing legend Rusty Wallace has delighted racing fans not only with
Ryan Estis understands the challenges business leaders and top performers face, because he’s been in
Medal of Honor Recipient for Actions in Afghanistan
Fascinate a customer or employee and create a fascinating brand for yourself or your organization
The Immortality of Influence: Believing Every Child Can Achieve Their Dreams
An authority on the topic of attitude, chalk art performance artist and author of over 30 books on personal and professional development
In her 10 years at Travel Channel, Samantha Brown has visited dozens of countries, hundreds
Medal of Honor recipient and his wife discuss issues related to veterans & their families with the message to never give up
Named “One of The Premiere Role Models of the World” by Oprah Winfrey, Physician, Author, Inspiration
Prize-winning journalist, author, essayist, and editor
Communication expert and Author of If You Can’t Say Something Nice, What DO You Say?
Veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the “go-to” choice for business humor
Scott has transcended his circumstances to become an expert on transformational change as well as an in-demand inspirational speaker all over the world.
Investigative Journalist / Anthropologist
Humorist and corporate culture expert; Author of The Levity Effect
Build a team, communicate better and find a formula for sustainable success all wrapped into a comprehensive, easy to implement and energetic program
Olympic Gold Medal figure skating champion, TV Color Commentator and cancer survivor
Internationally known distinction expert, bestselling author, keynote speaker and virtual presenter
World’s Leading Business Strategist and Master of Innovation
Scott Turow is a writer and attorney. He is the author of eleven best-selling works
US Navy Commander (Ret.), Best Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker
Generational Expert
2017 Colorado Teacher of the Year, Next Generation Learning Strategies, Technology Use in the Classroom and Personalized Learning
Creator of “poetic voice”- a new speaking category that combines inspirational speaking with spoken word poetry – think “Hamilton” meets “TED.”
Fourth Generation Farm Kid, Internationally Renowned Expert and Author on Workforce Trends, Generational Dynamics, and Business Strategy
Decorated Olympic Gymnast, Analyst, and Commentator, Cancer Survivor and Author
Author of The Happiness Advantage, Experts on the Connection Between Happiness and Success
Yosemite National Park Service ranger and author of Gloryland
J.B. Smith was continuously elected Sheriff of Smith County from 1976 thru 2012. He managed
An Educator, Innovator and Writer who Teaches People to be Fearless and Create their Future
Climate Activist, Youngest member of the inaugural United Nations Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change, one of Teen Vogue’s 21 under 21
Soraya Deen is a lawyer, an Interfaith Consultant and expert on Nonviolent Communication, Dialogue, Conflict
Director, Writer, Producer, Actor, Filmmaker
Stephen Harden is the CEO and co-founder of LifeWings Partners LLC – a team of
Stephen Shapiro is one of the foremost authorities on innovation culture, collaboration, and open innovation.
Stephenie Ambrose Tubbs, daughter of late historian and best selling author Stephen Ambrose, is an
Steven Cohen, President of The Negotiation Skills Company in Pride’s Crossing, MA is a graduate
THE SPEAKER A member of the Speaker Hall of Fame, Steve Gilliland is one of
New England Patriots Legend
Professional Information: Steve Hargadon is the founder and director of the Learning Revolution Project, the
Steve Montague is an Executive Vice President for LifeWings with over 30 years in aviation.
Chief Operating Officer, Business Strategist and Author of The Domino Effect series, Steve Rosen is
Co Founder of Apple Computer Inc, Entrepreneur, Technology Expert and Philanthropist
NFL Hall of Famer and former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro quarterback Steve Young, is a
Former Astronaut with 6 Spaceflights and Mission Control Communicator for 25 Missions
Changeable: How Collaborative Problem Solving Can Help Anyone Change at Home, at School, and at Work
Stuart Shlossman has two decades of negotiation experience on complex and high profile deals. Stuart
Author & Expert on School Improvement, Instructional Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, Assessment & Literacy
She has served as a classroom teacher in K–12, a teacher of the deaf, a special education teacher, an elementary principal, and a central office administrator
Summer Sanders was the most decorated swimmer at the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games, winning two
NY Times best selling author of Quiet: The Power of Introverts in A World That Can’t Stop Talking
Susan Dentzer is the President and Chief Executive Officer of America’s Physician Groups, the organization
Seven Summits climber who blends business themes in with stories of adventure, teamwork and goal setting
Special Correspondent for National Public Radio and the first woman to anchor a national nightly news program,
Susie Coelho is the embodiment of inspiration and motivation. But that shouldn’t come as a
Suze Orman has been called “a force in the world of personal finance” and a
*Exclusive with AEI Speakers* National Teacher of the Year (2017) Blends Storytelling, Theater, and Humor to Motivate
Expert in LGBTQ issues in Healthcare
Actor, producer, host, author and entrepreneur Tamera Mowry-Housley is taking Hollywood by storm. Named to
Writer and Entrepreneur Working at the Intersection of Technology, International Development, and Public Policy
Award Winning Native American Actor, Comedian & Speaker
With over 30 million albums sold and more media face-time than most active politicians, Ted
Best known in New England as a journalist and reporter for “Chronicle”
Coach Terry Bowden has compiled a career record of 159-92-2 as a head college football
Founder of Travelocity.com
Rules Analyst, Sunday Night Football, Football Night in America, and Notre Dame Football
Customized Comedy and Daring Visual Antics which are Good Clean Fun for any Organization
The Education Avengers, Champions of Virtual Learning
Founder and President of the National Action Network and Host of PoliticsNation on MSNBC
Entertaining audiences and launching the careers North America’s most famous actors and comedians for over 60 years
Uplifting People through the Power of Humor and Music
Thom Singer has more than 20 years of sales and marketing experience with firms such
Extending his work on analytics and big data he crafts a future view of humans in the workplace
Thomas R. Guskey, Ph.D., is Professor of Educational Psychology in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky.
Entrepreneur, Innovator, Futurist and author of eleven books including his most recent, Revealing the Invisible, The Gen Z Effect, and Cloud Surfing
2017 Education Thought Leader of the Year, Author of Learning Transformed
Thomas Wood is the president of Watershed Associates and author of the Best Negotiating Practices
With a perfect 10, Tim Daggett clinched the first Olympic gold medal for the U.S.
Dr. Tim Elmore is the Founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, a non-profit organization created
Laugh-out-loud funnyman and recognized authority in stress reduction through humor
Consults with K-12 School Districts on Employee Selection, Employee Engagement, and Well-being
Internet pioneer and best-selling author, Tim Sanders advises Fortune 500 executives on leadership, marketing and
Former Principal and author of Charting a Course to Standards-Based Grading: What to Stop, What to Start, and Why It Matters
Timothy Jost retired as the Robert L. Willett Family Professorship of Law at the Washington
Former White House Economic Policy Director, Economist, Trend Forecaster, Investor, Author, Politics, Global Economy
Todd Whitthorne is one of the country’s leading authorities on Health and Wellness and communicates
Tom Anderson is the founder and CEO of Supernova Companies, leading the effort to build
All-Pro Authority on Leadership, Leading Change and Increasing Performance A dynamic and highly sought-after speaker,
Tom Hayes is a master storyteller and life motivator. With great resilience and undying determination
Tom Hopkins carries the standard as a master sales trainer and is recognized as the
Education Author and Consultant, Expert on Assessment, Grading, Educational Leadership and Positive Behavior Interventions
Since 2003, Tom Wootton has addressed groups throughout the United States at state and national
Extreme runner, author, and mindful movement teacher who plans to run the circumference of the Earth
Nationally recognized headline comedian
Tracey Gold has virtually grown up on television. She made an auspicious television debut in
Twist & Shout is truly the definitive Beatles experience played by brilliant musicians with an
Best Selling author, Founder of “The Leadership Institute”, Top 40 Under 40
Tyler Oakley is an independent creator on YouTube, one of the largest digital platforms to
Tyrone Hayes was born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina. Encouraged by his parents (Romeo
Social Justice Advocate
Three-Time National Champion College Football Coach, Studio Analyst for Fox Sports and Big Ten Network, Author
Author, CNN political contributor, host of the Van Jones Show and main advocate for the Green Jobs Act
HGTV Design Star judge Vern Yip is an award-winning architectural and interior designer who gained
America’s First Black Female Combat Pilot, Former Marine & Cop; Author, Zero to Breakthrough; and Consultant to Business
Vicki Hitzges is an expert in creating positive work environments. (Whether the work takes place
With a presentation that is funny, theatrical and poignant she talks about being “Risk Forward” (her new book title) and taking smart risks
STEM coach and consultant for education in technology
Local schoolteacher who took on the challenge to become an NFL star, as depicted in the Disney film Invincible
He shares 3 key business ideas and demonstrates them using the art of magic with on-stage audience participation
Author of Strategies for Success with English Language Learners and Educating English Language Learners
Virtual Event Consultant
Architect, educator, and author, Chakrabarti designs and advocates for an ecological and equitable urban future centered on human connectedness
Globally respected voice on advancing technologies and innovation
Decorated Fighter Pilot. New York Times Bestselling Author. Hall of Fame Speaker.
Wally Lamb is the critically acclaimed and beloved author of She’s Come Undone and I
Brings a message that is Customized, Solutions Oriented and Results Driven
Pro Football Hall of Famer with the Houston Oilers and current Broadcaster
For nearly 15 years, THE WATER COOLERS have entertained audiences around the world, as far
Wendy Murawski, Ph.D. is the Executive Director and Eisner Endowed Chair for the Center for
Over the course of his professional life, in education, government and the private sector, he has written or co-authored more than 25 books
Through his books and lectures Bill has helped transform high poverty public schools into high performance schools
Hall of Fame Speaker, #1 Rated XM Radio Host, Best Selling Author
Winona LaDuke is an internationally renowned activist working on issues of sustainable development renewable energy
Former NFL player, investor, and co-founder of the scholarship fund Everyone Learns Differently
Nutritionist Zonya Foco is on a mission to win the war on obesity, diabetes and
Global Speaker, Film Maker, Girl Education Advocate, International Peace Envoy, Presidential Advisor