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From beat cop to combat pilot in three years, Vernice Armour was America’s first African American female combat pilot. Upon completion of two combat tours in Iraq as an AH-1W Super Cobra Attack Helicopter pilot, Vernice leveraged her experiences and conceptualized the Zero to Breakthrough™ Success Model.

Looking for a keynote from one of the most dynamic and popular talk show hosts in recent television history? Beyond his well-known show, Dr. Phil also speaks to a variety of different types of groups, including health and wellness audiences as well as organizations devoted to children and families at risk. Dr. Phil McGraw has galvanized millions of people to "get real" about their own behavior and create more positive lives from the television screen and in his keynote speaking engagements and appearances.

Motivational Humorist Al Walker offers funny, inspiring and entertaining keynote, luncheon and after dinner speeches, workshops, seminars and concurrent sessions. He draws on his skills and background as a successful businessman and his humorous approach to life to deliver speeches and training programs to convention and meeting audiences across the world.  His reputation as a trainer, facilitator and workshop/seminar leader has brought him international recognition.  It's impossible to hear Al Walker give a speech and not get more excited about your own business and life. His delivery is as powerful as his message. He is outspoken, direct and humorous, but most of all he is effective.

John Cassis is a keynote speaker with a rare blend of humor, entertainment and content.  As one of the most requested speakers in America, John Cassis knows firsthand how to embrace change, face adversity and meet the daily pressures of life head-on.

As a professional, with a degree in Physical Education, Linda Edgecombe brings 20 years of Recreation, Employee Wellness, Lifestyle and Corporate Consulting experience to her programs and her clients. She was a consultant for PARTICIPATION promoting healthy living to Canadians and is known for being one of the countries most popular speakers. She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal as an expert in "Shifting Perspectives".

Greg Risberg is a keynote speaker who helps people learn useful ideas for handling stress better, communicating better, and finding more balance in their lives. He does this with wit and humor that leave meeting planners saying "your unique blend of humor, inspiration and message was perfect!"

Jackie's strength and skills to lead a normal life have inspired thousands of people to set a new direction and focus on key aspects of living their lives to a full potential. Her keynote presentation, The Courage to Succeed, shows us how we can all become peak performers through our attitude and our reactions to change, adversity, and challenge. It is designed for groups who want to boost morale, provide their people with a lift, and inspire them to do their very best on a daily basis.

Ask Australian keynote speaking phenomenon Terry Hawkins what her specialty is and she will tell you simply - PEOPLE. Terry knows how to give her audience a great time whilst they learn strategies that can change the way they look and feel about life forever. High impact, hilarious and thought provoking presentations.

Rick Pitino, one of the most brilliant minds in coaching, is also one of America's top motivational speakers. He began a new era in University of Louisville men's basketball when he was named head coach of the Cardinals on March 21, 2001. And as he successfully accomplished at his previous three collegiate coaching stops, it is clear that there couldn't have been a finer choice to lead Louisville back among the nation's elite teams.

Kate White is the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan, the largest-selling women's magazine in the world, the author of a series of best-selling mystery novels, and a motivational speaker.

An author and attorney, Vince Lombardi, Jr. knows a thing or two about leadership. He’s the son of legendary pro football coach Vince Lombardi, who directed the Green Bay Packers to three NFL titles and two Super Bowl victories between 1959 and 1968, while gaining notoriety for his dynamic communication style and uncanny motivational ability.  More than 30 years after his father’s death, Lombardi, Jr. has extracted powerful lessons from his father’s legacy and assembled them into what he terms the “Vince Lombardi Leadership Model.”

John St. Augustine brings the unique view of an award-winning broadcaster to his message of personal empowerment, human potential and purpose. Now, John's hosting his own show on Oprah Radio, interviewing some of the world's most influential thinkers, leaders and experts on personal empowerment. If it's about overcoming adversity, beating the odds, reinventing yourself or finding your voice, it's on this show- and in his powerful keynotes.

Robyn Benincasa accepts full blame for inspiring people to do insane things like climb Mount Kilimanjaro, run their first triathlon, start their own adventure racing teams, or start their own businesses. Robyn Benincasa has made an art form of extreme performance by competing and winning at the highest levels of sport and business. Revered as one of "California's Fittest Women”, she spent her youth competing at the state and national level in gymnastics, diving, cross country, and judo in which she became a national champion. Soon after earning a Marketing degree from Arizona State University, Robyn started at the top Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company where she earned the prestigious “Rookie of the Year” award.

Rick Searfoss served in the NASA Astronaut Corps from 1990 to 1999, flew three Space Shuttle missions, and now is an independent speaker, consultant, test pilot, and commercial test astronaut for XCOR Aerospace Company. As one of less than a hundred people ever who have actually ever commanded a human space mission, expert leadership speaker Colonel Rick Searfoss speaks with authority born of in-depth personal experience.  In his career he has led many different teams, including commanding the most complex science research space mission ever, the STS-90 Neurolab flight on Columbia.  He also piloted two other space flights, including a joint Russian-American mission to the Mir space station.

Revenues been flat and profits down? Found yourself using the phrase 'under the circumstances' a lot? Tired of the lack of passion and innovation from the leadership team? Customers have a one-track mind focused only on price? Employees hunkered down in their own little silos? Spending more time finding ways to cut costs than ways to increase revenue? If your company needs a 'shake-up' Ian Percy can help you achieve a level of profitable organizational transformation and exponential revenue growth that you almost dare not imagine.

Troy Evans is an inspiring and upbeat motivational speaker- and a former bank robber. He's an ex-con who was sentenced to 13 years in federal penetentiaries for a string of armed bank robberies, but he went on to earn two degrees with top honors and has taken the world of corporate speaking by storm. In his new book, From Desperation to Dedication, Troy shows you how, by taking responsibility for your own choices, you, too, can change your life. Troy’s story proves that what seems like the end of the road may actually be a new beginning, and that no situation is ever without hope. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for yourself or someone close to you, whether you want to make a big change or a small one, Troy’s story will move and motivate you and put you on your own path from desperation to dedication.

V.J. Smith is the author of the book, "The Richest Man in Town". He is a motivational keynote speaker and a two time finalist in Toastmaster's International "World Championship of Public Speaking." Drawing on his lifetime experiences, Smith peppers his talks with anecdotes and personal stories to illustrate key points. He feels he is better equipped to be a storyteller, not a preacher.

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Following his successes as an NFL quarterback, Rose Bowl Champion, Pac-10 Conference “Player of the Year”; Tom Flick now applies his winning ways as a dynamic and highly sought-after speaker to companies that include Microsoft, Marriott, Starbucks, Merrill Lynch, Ritz-Carlton Hotels, Shell Oil, Boeing, NAPA Auto Parts, Safeco Insurance and the US Army Rangers.

One of the most popular speakers at the prestigious TED conference in 2009, Joachim de Posada is an internationally acclaimed bilingual (English/Spanish) motivational Hispanic/latino leader, executive leadership seminar and speaking coach, marketing workshops and sales improvement training trainer, business change management consultant, and author of How to Survive Among Piranhas, a self-help book filled with results-oriented strategies, techniques and tips to motivate you to achieve personal success and happiness.

Football great Mike Ditka is known for motivation. His successful empire has been built on the foundation of strength and lust for life.  He transformed the Chicago Bears into one of most respected teams in the National Football League…imagine what he can do for your next event!

Michael C. Anthony is an award winning speaker and entertainer. If you are looking for one of the most unique programs in the business, Michael C. Anthony is your man and he's got two mind boggling, totally interactive programs to choose from!  Whether you’re looking for an informative keynote or just high energy entertainment, Michael’s programs are absolutely hysterical!  Michael continues to fill theaters internationally and has been seen on NBC, ABC, CBS and Fox.

As a professional illusionist who has worked with David Copperfield’s “Project Magic,” Hickman combines a life-changing message with illusion, humor, and entertainment to deliver a powerful presentation.  Andy is an inspiration to people of all ages, challenging them to see that the future is in their hands even in the midst of change.

Jackie is recognized as one of the Top 50 Thought Leaders in leadership by Leadership Excellence Magazine, and is one of the most sought-after female business speakers in the nation. Jackie is continually recognized for her insight, passion and ability to equip leaders at all levels with innovative ideas that help TURN UP the volume on engagement, accountability, customer loyalty and performance.

For over 20 years, record breaking swimmer and world-class athlete, author, NPR contributor, and CBS news contributor Diana Nyad has also earned a reputation as a riveting public speaker.

Mike Eruzione served as the  captain that led the 1980 United States Olympic Hockey Team to its Gold Medal victory at Lake Placid.  The highlight of the games for Mike was his winning goal against the Soviet Union in the games that stunned the world. For the past several years, Mike has traveled throughout the United States for major corporation and organizations as a motivational speaker and spokesperson.

Born in Mount Kisco, New York, Bruce was raised in the Westchester County area. In high school he excelled in football and basketball as well as on the track, where he was an all-state pole vault and high jump champion. Bruce Jenner captivated theworld when he broke the world record by scoring 8,634 points in the decathlon at the 1976 Olympic games in Montreal and earned the title, "World's Greatest Athlete".

John Nance is a well-known international advocate of crew resource management and expanded human performance training and a dynamic professional speaker/consultant, presenting pivotal programs on Teamwork, Risk Management, Motivation, Coping with Competition, and other topics.  He speaks to a wide variety of audiences, including medical and pharmaceutical professionals, CEO’s of major business-oriented corporations, and environmental, aviation, and travel-oriented groups. A keynote speaker with an entertaining, highly motivational, and informative style.

Few individuals choose to walk away at the height of their corporate career to dedicate their life to a social cause. At age 35, John Wood did just that, quitting his position as Microsoft's Director of Business Development for the Greater China Region in order to found Room to Read. He has never looked back.

Growing up poor and one of fourteen children in rural Louisiana, Bob Love had a dream to play in the NBA.  Not able to afford a basket or basketball, Bob nailed a coat hanger to the side of his grandmother’s house and used his imagination. Despite his great success as an athlete, Bob was not able to do something we all take for granted: speak without stuttering.  As a child, he dreamed of speaking without a sever stutter; to overcome the long periods where he could not speak at all and not stumble over his words.  Forty years later, Bob would realize his dream not only to speak clearly but also to become a professional speaker.

Picture a father-and-son team who together compete in marathons and triathlons. Measure the sacrifice and the determination it takes to participate in more than 135 triathlons, to run in over 50 marathons and 50 half-marathons and numerous road races at lesser distances. Marvel at events during the past 20 years and at their proficiency: a personal best time of 2 hours, 40 minutes, 47 seconds for the marathon’s 26.2 miles and finishing the grueling Ironman at 13:43:37. When you consider that Dick Hoyt is competing almost weekly at the age of 60, these statistics are exceptional. When you know that his son Rick cannot walk or talk, their racing together is inspiring. Their accomplishments are monumental… all the more so when you learn that they have climbed mountains and trekked 3,735 miles across America.

Greg Gumbel’s standout work in the busy world of sports broadcasting has made his face, his name and his voice as familiar as any in the industry.  During his 35 years in the business, Greg is one of the most outstanding announcers in sports television.  He teams with his partner, Dan Dierdorf every season to call exciting NFL play-by-play action across the country on CBS.

Born in Afton, Wyoming, Olympic Gold Medal Wrestler and Motivational Speaker Rulon Gardner is the youngest of nine children born to Reed and Virginia Gardner. Raised on a dairy farm, where they grew crops and milked cows twice a day, there was never a shortage of work to be done, and Rulon was taught to work hard at a young age.

Clearly one of the most sought after keynote speakers and most popular figure skating stars in the world today, Scott Hamilton is an Olympic Gold Medalist, Network TV skating commentator, actor, performer, producer, Emmy Award nominee, best-selling author, role model, humanitarian, philanthropist, and a cancer and brain tumor survivor.  His motto is: “The only disability in life is a bad attitude.”

Considered one of the most dynamic, “high octane” speakers in America. Harvey Alston has been a full-time speaker since 1989. He has spoken to millions of people throughout the United States who have benefited not only from his knowledge, but also from the wisdom that Harvey Alston brings to the finish line.

Benjamin Zander's presentation takes an audience on a journey that offers a startling new perspective on leadership. Through stories, music and concepts it causes a radical shift in perception. In this new model of leadership, the conductor sees his job as awakening possibility in others. The orchestra is a group of highly trained individuals poised to coalesce into an effective whole. Passion, creativity and the desire to contribute are basic human instincts to be released. A world famous conductor, Benjamin Zander uses the metaphor of the orchestra and a life-time of experience conducting, coaching and teaching musicians to work his magic to overcome barriers to corporate productivity. This presentation sources fundamental changes in organizations.

Magic Johnson is universally known for his 13 year career in the NBA. His honors include: five national championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, 3 MVP awards, 12 NBA All-Star games, a gold medal at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, Spain and induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Mr. Johnson is currently Vice President and part owner of the Los Angeles Lakers .

Stacy Allison brings a vast range of experiences and knowledge to her energetic and dynamic presentations. Stacy is best known as the First American woman to summit Mt. Everest.

The Cinderella story of Jim "the Rookie" Morris is testimony to the power of dreams and their ability to inspire and transform human life. His story is the subject of the blockbuster film from Walt Disney, "The Rookie," starring Dennis Quaid which won the ESPY for "Sports Film of the Year."

Joseph A. Michelli, Ph.D., is an author, internationally sought-after speaker, and organizational consultant who has been described as “catching what is right in the world and playfully sparking people and businesses to grow toward the extraordinary.” In addition to writing best-selling books about enduring business principles, he hosted an award-winning daily radio program in Colorado Springs, Colorado for over a decade.

Walter Bond is a highly sought-after inspirational speaker, business expert, motivator, life coach, humorist, son, husband, and father of three beautiful children. Walter incorporates the life lessons he has learned about teamwork, leadership and the winning edge into professional philosophies that inform each tailor-made keynote. Every year, Walter influences, inspires and empowers personally and professionally thousands listeners and readers around the globe.

For comedienne Jan McInnis, life is full of “funny business.” She – and the audiences who continually rate her act “hilarious” – wouldn’t have it any other way. Inspired by fifteen years of working 9 to 5, Jan has created a unique niche for what she calls “cubicle comedy:” cornering the corporate convention market with her popular appearances at conferences, training sessions, employee retreats and banquets held by such companies and organizations as Lockheed Martin, Kaiser Permanente, the Atlanta Federal Reserve, MIX Radio, Women in Film & Video, MCI, Greater Washington Society of Association Executives, and The Mushroom Institute.

Larry Csonka and power running became synonymous in the NFL of the 1970's. As a player with the powerhouse Miami Dolphins he charged so tenaciously through defenses that his name became a household word and his nickname, Zonk, became a new American verb. From 1971-1973, he led theDolphins to three Super Bowl appearances, earning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors along the way.

Author of "How To Soar Like An Eagle in a World Full Of Turkeys," Robert Stevenson is a man who knows how to deal with the risks, competition, and the ever-changing technology in the business arena. In short, he understands what it takes to be successful. He brings over 25 years of extensive corporate and entrepreneurial experience to his programs.

Charles Garfield is the author of the widely acclaimed "Peak Performance" trilogy: Peak Performers, Team Management, and Second to None. Together, the three books -- which focus on high-performing individuals, teams, and organizations, respectively -- are a blueprint for managers pressured to continuously improve while doing more with less.

Buzz Sutherland is a comedian who is committed to entertaining audiences with humor that is 100% clean and 200% funny. Whether delivering his popular keynote “It’s All About Family” or his hysterical after dinner comedy show, his smooth blend of home spun characters and outrageous facial expressions keep audiences rolling with laughter. Buzz's style of comedy is contagious, as he plays with the audience rather than talking to them. Some of the audience members literally become part of the show! Having performed for many of the top corporations and associations in the world, Buzz’s ability to be funny without being offensive, make him a no-brainer for any event.

As the beloved originator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® series, Jack Canfield fostered the emergence of inspirational anthologies as a genre, and as as keynote speaker he is America's leading expert in creating peak performance.

As an airline transport pilot and flight instructor, James Melton began his teaching career in the cockpit of an airplane. From there he joined the faculty of a Denver college. He then moved on to share his communication and leadership expertise as a professional speaker, author, and talent agent. With a PhD in management, he has shared his candid and inspiring insights worldwide for many of the top Fortune 500 companies, as a news reporter, in his books, and on his eight-part Public Television series.

International business speaker Debbie Allen, CSP has presented to thousands of people in 10 countries around the world. She is one of less than 10% of professional speakers worldwide to have achieved the honor of Certified Speaking Professional by the National Speakers Association and International Speakers Federation. As a highly successful business owner herself, she received the prestigious Blue Chip Enterprise Award for overcoming business obstacles and achieving fast business growth by the National Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Joseph L. Mancusi is one of America's most outstanding motivational speakers and leadership trainers. He founded the Center for Organizational Excellence, Inc. in 1985. Dr. Mancusi has taught tens-of-thousands of CEOs, salespeople, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and employees at every level to enrich their lives, live out their visions, and strengthen their organizations.

Mike Rayburn is a captivating keynote artist with a presentation completely unlike any you’ve ever seen! Having been called “the World’s Funniest Guitar Virtuoso,” Mike uses his astounding guitar creations, uproarious songs, and veteran presentation skills to encourage, challenge and inspire his audiences to leap beyond their perceived limitations. He can focus his program completely on entertainment, depending on your needs.

Stanford All-American and five-time NFL All-Pro Brian Holloway excelled as the team captain of the 1985 New England Patriots, AFC Championship Team. In 1986, at age 26, Holloway was one of the principal architects of the NFL's growth strategy that produced a landmark $18 Billion TV contract in 1998.

Jon Stetson is an "internationally acclaimed intuitionist" and entertainer. He has presented in front of President Bush, President Carter, The King of Sweden, Donald Trump, Bob Kraft & The New England Patriots, Fortune 1000 organizations, associations and celebrity audiences have experienced Jon Stetson worldwide. With over 25 years with audiences for over 10,000 performances, he observes people’s patterns and steps inside their heads. He knows what you're thinking...he really does!

Joel Zeff creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for years. As a national speaker and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. Corporations and organizations nationwide seek him out to motivate and energize their employees on such topics as creativity, communication, teamwork, passion and fun.

Desi Williamson beat the odds!  Despite growing up in a world surrounded by poverty, drugs, and violence, he overcame a myriad of obstacles to realize his dreams of becoming a successful businessman, professional speaker, and author. The former scholar-athlete at the University of Minnesota transforms 25 years of sales, sales/management and marketing experience into high content programs that deliver results. 

Peter Vidmar is the highest scoring American gymnast in Olympic history. The winner of numerous national and international titles, Peter finished his successful career at the 1984 Olympic Games. As the USA men's gymnastics team captain, he led his teammates to America's first team gold medal with their stunning upset victory over the defending world champions, the People's Republic of China. He went on to win the silver medal in the individual all-around competition (the first American to have won an Olympic All-Around medal), and with a perfect score of 10, he captured the gold medal on the pommel horse.

A masterful keynote speaker, Bryan Townsend has an uncommon gift for relaying ideas and stories balanced with a delightful sense of humor that inspires and motivates people; he is without a doubt one of the best values on the American platform today.

Insider Magazine recently dubbed him "The Guru of Creatively Thriving from Change." Using humor, wit and contagious energy, Jeff presents more than 100 programs each year and consults with organizations that urgently need to stay ahead of their marketplace.

Keynote speaker Mike Schlappi has an inspiring message for every American, young or old: "Just because you can't stand up, doesn't mean you can't stand out." As president of Mike Schlappi Communications, and confined to a wheelchair, he is spreading that word to audiences ranging from students to chief executive officers, from rookies to Olympic champions, and from small gatherings to major conventions.

Vicki's enthusiasm, emphasis on content, and entertaining style have made her a successful speaker and motivator. Vicki's presentations have inspired audiences to work better together, take risks, build stronger relationships and take a closer look at themselves.

Jeff Salz has made a lifetime of adventure. An acclaimed explorer with a Ph.D. in anthropology, he has traversed most of the remaining blank spots on the globe. The author of The Way of Adventure: Transforming Your Life and Work with Spirit and Vision, Jeff creates the foundation for creative thinking 
in any organization by presenting
 a unique perspective on risk-taking and innovation. Jeff has spent 30 years as a mountain guide, and 10 years as a university professor. For the last 20 years, he has been safely guiding executives at organizations like Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, Walt Disney, and eBay through the turbulent seas of change while facilitating enhanced teamwork, innovation and creativity.

Audience members will recognize Jeff from his frequent appearances as program host on the on the History Channel and the Discovery Network. His freewheeling humor and profound sense of humanity turn every meeting into a memorable event. With remarkable adventure tales and thought-provoking concepts, Jeff continues to instill his audiences with fresh strategies and enthusiasm for life and career.

Voyager Aircraft's non-stop and unrefueled flight around the world in December of 1986 placed Mojave proudly on the map and placed Dick Rutan in the history books.

Billy Riggs has been called "The Dr. Phil of Magic," and is America’s source for all things attitude!  Through television, radio, books, videos, and live keynote speeches Billy Riggs has used an unusual blend of comedy, music, magic, and motivation to spread his positive attitude to more than a million people on five continents.

Great speakers, the ones who are highly entertaining, are rare. John Powers' entire career has been one of effectively communicating with audiences, and as a keynote speaker, he stands out as one of the best in the business. A motivational speaker on communications, leadership, and personal workplace success, John Powers is the perfect choice for your next meeting or convention.

Connie Podesta, MS, CSP, is an international speaker, known for her entertaining and unforgettable performances. She is a licensed professional counselor, author, comedienne, actress, educator, playwright, songwriter, and radio/tv talk show host with more than 25 years' experience in all industries - corporate, healthcare, and education.

Never before has the world economy faced such challenging times, from Wall St, banking, finance, healthcare, government - corporations and associations all over the globe – and it going to get worse before it gets better. There is no better time or message than Neal Petersen’s “No Barriers- Only Solutions” keynote. Audiences are faced with choices everyday– “how do we survive and excel?” Neal’s keynote has never been more sought after and necessary - he challenges and empowers his audience to think differently, outside the box, with responsibility and accountability.

A former stand-up comedian and contributing writer for the original Saturday Night Live Show, Jim Pelley has left 'em laughing for more than 18 years at over 1,637 top organizations in the U.S. and abroad, including Disney, Intel, Southwest Airlines, Mattel, and AT&T. He's brought his message of how to smarten up by lightening up to hundreds of thousands of people who are high-tech, low-tech, and no-tech-at-all. With his hilarious way of poking fun at the frustrations of everyday life, Jim demonstrates uproariously how to use humor to become more creative, more productive, and less stressed.

David Okerlund, a passionate, award-winning, speaker incorporates years of experience as a hospital administrator, national sales manager, newspaper columnist, and communications coach into his messages.  With his mastery of emotional intelligence and situational empathy, he touches audiences in a way that they will never forget.  Your organization will leave renewed and inspired and if they are like most of David’s past clients they will be asking to hear David again.

Brian O’Malley’s adventures have taken him from the slopes of Mt. Everest to the jungles of Africa. He’s an adventurer, author, award-winning photographer and a professional motivational speaker and presenter on the values of adventure and how they apply directly to the workplace. As a professional speaker, he draws parallels on his experiences from setting goals, taking risks and living your dreams.

Mike Mullane has been inducted into the International Space Hall of Fame and is the recipient of many awards, including the Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross, Legion of Merit and the NASA Space Flight Medal. Colonel Mullane’s recently published memoir, Riding Rockets: The Outrageous Tales of a Space Shuttle Astronaut, (Scribner), has been reviewed in the New York Times and on the Jon Stewart Daily Show.

Albert Mensah was born and lived the first nienteen years of his life in Ghana. Born in a mud hut and living far from any urban center.  Albert's life was hard. When he was just a small boy he carried water several miles each day to help his family survive.

Eileen McDargh, CSP, CPAE, can tackle your business's toughest messages with a no-nonsense, "hard truth" approach. Connect with Eileen to address your "all- hands-on-deck" employee meetings, facilitate intense senior management retreats, and provide executive coaching. Using her consulting wisdom, business know-how, ready wit, and captivating energy, Eileen generates excitement and rekindles commitment while delivering lasting results.

Jack McCall helps businesses and individuals perform more effectively in a world marked by constant pressure and accelerated change. His insights are penetrating and his style is refreshingly entertaining. Jack's skill for getting to the heart of the matter is uncanny. His humor is crisp and clean and he never creates laughter at the expense of his audience. He brings to the platform a wealth of experience from a career in which he has been many things; including a Disc Jockey, Licensed Livestock Auctioneer, and Financial Services Professional. Upon completing his Bachelors Degree in Animal Science at the University of Tennessee, he began his career as a livestock market manager for Tennessee Livestock Producers, an affiliate of the Tennessee Farm Bureau.  In 1978 he spearheaded electronic marketing research for the Tennessee and U. S. Departments of Agriculture.

It's seldom that you find a really funny, clean comedian and it's seldom that you find a really good, captivating speaker. It's nearly impossible to find one who is both. Mark Mayfield is one of the rare individuals in the world who is equally accomplished at performing comedy shows or delivering high content keynote speeches.

Choose to Lose with Joe Malarkey. Joe looks like every other professional speaker: for about 5 seconds. Then he proceeds to take every trusted formula, good idea and motivational classic and turn them inside-out. It is absolutely fresh, totally unique and audiences love it. His “Choose to Lose” presentation crests as Joe takes the audience full circle and leaves them with a strong, positive message of overcoming fear with humor.

Looking for a motivational performer extraordinaire? Get ready for a meaningful experience with Giovanni Livera that your audience will love. Companies thrive on the passion found in Giovanni's one of kind programs. His transformational messages are tailored to your company's theme.

A licensed primary care doctor (N.D.) in Oregon, Rick Kirschner specialized in the treatment of stress disorders in private practice until 1987. From 1988 - 1992, he was one of only 15 speakers chosen by the Tom Peters Group to present the revolutionary 'In Search of Excellence' and 'Thriving on Chaos' programs.

Dewitt Jones is one of America’s top professional photographers. Twenty years with National Geographic photographing stories around the globe has earned him the reputation as a world-class photojournalist. As a motion picture director, two of Dewitt’s films were nominated for Academy Awards. In the business community, Dewitt’s work is also well known. He rose to the forefront of creative marketing by photographing national advertising campaigns for organizations such as Dewar’s Scotch, Canon, and United Airlines.

At the age of 27, Chad Hymas' life changed instantaneously when an accident left him a quadriplegic. Since that time Chad has been recognized by the state of Utah as the Superior Civilian of the Year. He is the president of his own communications company and an Internet marketing company. As a member of the National Speakers Association Chad travels as many as 150,000 miles a year speaking to hundreds of professional and civic organizations such as Wells Fargo, Blue Cross Blue Shield, AT&T, Rainbird, IHC, American Express, Prudential Life, Vast FX, Zion Securities, and others.

Suzie's background is as varied as her audiences...from administrative secretary to Television Talk Show Host, to 20 years in radio. She has hobnobbed with movie stars and politicians, interviewed the great and the "near" great. She has made hundreds of commercials, done musical comedy and motion pictures. She has been fired, been broke, been disappointed, been a petrified expectant mother at 40 years old and lived her life with a passion for learning not only how to be better, but to see things differently.

Amanda Gore is one of America and Australia's most popular professional speakers. She holds a degree in Physiotherapy, a major in Psychology and is a Master Practitioner of neurolinguistics. She was an ergonomics and occupational health consultant before she started speaking. Amanda is an expert on communications, leadership, and group dynamics. More importantly, perhaps, she has a unique ability to entertain, educate and involve simultaneously.

Steve Gilliland, CSP, is one of the most in-demand and top-rated speakers in the United States and Canada. Steve's motto is "If you take care of people, the business will follow." Implementing this principle, he has helped people grow their businesses and expand their lives by teaching them to rethink their work, their relationships and themselves.

How do we rise to the challenge of living every day of our life as if it is our last? How can we bring radiating intensity to our thoughts, words and actions? Can we tap into our dormant inner resources? Yossi's presentations allow audiences to answer these questions for themselves while keeping people on the edge of their seats wondering what's going to happen next.

Tim Gard, CSP, nationally recognized motivational humorist and authority on stress reduction through humor, has taught thousands to unlock the power of their own "Comic Vision," improving their relationships and turning adversity to their advantage. Now you can harness the awesome power of humor in your personal and professional life. Producing laughter is a skill you can use to benefit yourself as well as others. Besides, it's fun!

Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, affectionately called the "father of motivation" by his fans, is one of the most widely known and respected people in the field of self-empowerment. He became a well-known author with his bestselling book, Your Erroneous Zones, and has gone on to write many other self-help classics, including Meditations for Manifesting, Staying on the Path, Your Sacred Self, Everyday Wisdom, and You'll See It When You Believe It. He has appeared on over 5,200 radio and television shows, including numerous appearances on Oprah, Today, and The Tonight Show. His deeply mystical, yet highly practical insights transcend the common and awaken the spirit.

At the age of 22 Steve Donahue had his life all mapped out.  He was living his dream as a professional disco dance teacher.  Steve had it all; money, fame and plenty of dance partners.  Then disco died.  But Steve learned a valuable lesson; never bet your life on shiny shirts and tight pants.  He also remembered not to trust maps. Just two years previous Steve crossed the Sahara Desert.  Battered by relentless sandstorms, tormented by searing heat and freezing nights, never knowing if the speck on the horizon would be a friend or foe, Steve found his way in the world’s largest desert.

Dan Clark is an internationally recognized speaker, NY Times Best Selling Author, former athlete, and the primary contributing author to the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Dan Clark is changing the world...one story at a time.

Charles Petty is a funny, educational and inspirational professional speaker. He has the rare ability to package profound, life-changing truths in humor. He has a soft southern accent and uses original humor that is never off-color.

Dan Thurmon empowers people to take action, stretch their beliefs and abilities, and create a life abundant with achievement, rewards and fulfillment. As a professional speaker, Dan has developed a unique style called Speaking with Visual Impact.

 

Emory Austin is fascinated by how people think, by why they do what they do, neglect what they neglect; by the patterns they develop in the process, and by all the individual ways they deal with opportunities for leadership, professional and personal change, their customer base, and relationships of all types!

Bob Ash created Life Lessons to ensure that companies, professional associations, businesses, organizations and schools would have a chance to offer their employees the type of presentation that would be helpful and memorable. Each Life Lessons event is tailored to meet the needs of the client.

Afterburner, Inc. is a team of elite military professionals that are experts in helping your team pursue Flawless Execution.  Using Afterburner’s Flawless Execution methodologies, you can help take your team to the next level in performance.  The combination of sound organizational development and combat-proven methodologies has made Afterburner Inc one of the fastest growing training and consulting organizations in the country. The Flawless Execution Model is a proven process used by elite military professionals around the world to execute missions when the stakes are high and failure is not an option. Corporate success, like success in combat, depends on execution.

A longtime resident of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, John Amatt is President of One Step Beyond WorldWide, an innovative educational and motivational company, whose mission is to encourage people to push beyond their self-imposed limitations, to be more personally accountable for the results of their own actions, and to embrace effective teamwork by valuing the contribution of others.

"America's Passion Coach" Ignites and Inspires: a dynamic and explosive speaker, Darrell "Coach D" Andrews is an expert on personal motivation and inspiration and youth leadership. Coach D annually speaks at over 100 conferences and events throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

Rory has a gift for helping you 'Raise the Bar' in your personal and professional life. He accomplishes this through unique learning sessions incorporating his masterful use of humor, personal antidotes, and real-world business examples --- passionately delivered for an unforgettable experience. Attendees leave the event armed with new ideas and actions they can do immediately to improve their effectiveness - both on and off the job.

What untold successes could we achieve – in our lives, our workplaces, our world -- if every one of us knew how to unleash our inherent brilliance? Simon T. Bailey has a visionary ability to identify brilliant potential in people and organizations and ignite that brilliance into action for amazing results. An internationally known speaker, author and consultant, he inspires individuals to take charge of change and transform their lives from the inside out. A thought leader and fresh voice in the businesses world, Bailey connects the dots between individual and organizational brilliance.

Jim "Murph" Murphy, founder of Afterburner, Inc. has a unique and powerful mix of leadership skills in both the military and business worlds. After graduating from the University of Kentucky, Murph joined the U.S. Air Force where he learned to fly the F-15.

Bodine Balasco is academically trained in public speaking & human behavior with degrees from UCLA in Speech Communications & Social Psychology. He's been a radio show host and commentator for the "Smart Business Radio Network." But with Bodine it's far more than a speech. It's a unique & exciting combination of valuable information & interactive entertainment.

Alan Bean, the fourth man to set foot on the moon, was selected as a NASA astronaut in 1963. During his 18-year NASA career, he achieved a number of accomplishments, including Apollo 12 Lunar Module Pilot and Skylab Mission II commander. Bean was also selected as backup spacecraft commander for the joint American-Russian Apollo-Soyuz Test Project in 1975.

 Rocky Bleier's life story - a gripping tale of courage on both the football fields of America and the battle fields of Vietnam - has held audiences in rapt attention for years. Yet, the motivational message behind it, detailing how ordinary people can become extraordinary achievers, defines success in the new American century.

Recently named one of the top “50 Best Minds on Leadership” by Leadership Excellence Magazine, keynote speaker Dr. Kevin Freiberg is among the most influential voices on the speaking circuit today. He is also among a select group of thought leaders working with Collective IQ, the top corporate venture advisor and platform in the world, to bring growth and innovation to their clients. Kevin Freiberg has made a career out of understanding the core values and unconventional strategies used by world-class leaders. His book NUTS! was hailed by the Financial Times as one of the top five global business books of the year.

Scott Burrows is a Murder Ball Athlete and Author of "Conversations on Success". Scott has used his powerful success formula - Vision, Mindset and Grit – during his entire life to maximize untapped potential, excel and surpass the competition. He played college football at FSU under Head Coach Bobby Bowden and was a # 1 ranked kick-boxing champion having his last fight broadcast by ESPN.

 

Focus on High Value Relationship Selling with Jim Cathcart. His books The Acorn Principle and Relationship Selling have both achieved bestseller status and are translated into multiple languages. As the author of 14 books and scores of recorded programs, his students number in the hundreds of thousands.