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Mike Evans
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Management, Employee Engagement, Change and Corporate Culture Consultant, Bestselling Author, and Executive Vice President of QuestMark
Management, Employee Engagement, Change and Corporate Culture Consultant, Bestselling Author, and Executive Vice President of QuestMark Mike Evans is an Executive Vice President for QuestMark. In this role, Mike works with clients to accelerate their organizational transformations and help clients …
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Connecticut, United States
Gerd Leonhard
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Futurist, Humanist, Strategic Advisor, and Best-Selling Author
Futurist, Humanist, Strategic Advisor, and Best-Selling Author Gerd Leonhard is a widely-known and top-rated futurist, with over 1500 engagements in 50+ countries since 2004 and a combined audience of over 1 million people. Gerd focusses on near-future, ‘nowist’ observations and …
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Unknown, Switzerland
Jay Shetty
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Huffpost LIVE Show Host, Former Monk Turned Mega-Media Influencer and Innovative Filmmaker
Huffpost LIVE Show Host, Former Monk Turned Mega-Media Influencer and Innovative Filmmaker Jay Shetty is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Think Like a Monk. He is on a mission to share the timeless wisdom of the world …
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$50,000 or greater
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California, United States
Dr. Carol Swain
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Civil Rights Commentator, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author
Civil Rights Commentator, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author From high school dropout to teenage wife and mother to highly accomplished university professor and public intellectual, Dr. Carol Swain is passionate about empowering others to confidently raise their voices in …
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South Dakota, United States
Erik Wahl
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Artist, Author and Expert on Creativity and Innovation
Artist, Author and Expert on Creativity and Innovation Erik Wahl is an internationally recognized graffiti artist, # 1 bestselling author and entrepreneur. Erik redefines the term “keynote speaker.” Pulling from his history as both a businessman and an artist, he …
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$50,000 or greater
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California, United States
Dustin Lance Black
Academy Award Winning Screenwriter of MILK, Creator and Executive Producer of When We Rise, and LGBT Rights Activist
Academy Award Winning Screenwriter of MILK, Creator and Executive Producer of When We Rise, and LGBT Rights Activist Dustin Lance Black is a screenwriter, filmmaker and social activist. He has won the Academy Award® and two WGA Awards for Best …
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$10,001 to $20,000
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California, United States
Charles Blow
Visual Op-Ed Columnist, The New York Times, CNN Contributor & NY Times Best-selling Author, Fire Shut Up in My Bones
Visual Op-Ed Columnist, The New York Times, CNN Contributor & NY Times Best-selling Author, Fire Shut Up in My Bones Charles M. Blow is the Visual Op-Ed columnist for The New York Times, where his weekly column appears every Saturday. …
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$10,001 to $20,000
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New York, United States
Farai Chideya
Award-Winning Author, Journalist, and Socio-Political Analyst
Award-Winning Author, Journalist, and Socio-Political Analyst Farai Chideya has covered the economy and jobs, politics, and race relations during her thirty year career as an award-winning journalist, author, professor, and speaker. With her deep knowledge of the future of work, …
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$5,000 to $10,000
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New York, United States
David Cutler
Health Care Advisor to President Obama, Former Member of the Council of Economic Advisors and Harvard Professor of Applied Economics
Health Care Advisor to President Obama, Former Member of the Council of Economic Advisors and Harvard Professor of Applied Economics One of the nation’s most influential health economists, David Cutler has served as Assistant Professor of Economics at Harvard from …
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Massachusetts, United States
Jim Davis
Emmy-Award Winning Creator of Garfield, Best-Selling Author, and Artist in Residence, Ball State
Emmy-Award Winning Creator of Garfield, Best-Selling Author, and Artist in Residence, Ball State Cartoonist, Author, Producer, Director, President, Founder, Screenwriter, Playwright, Environmentalist, Philanthropist — all these titles can be used to describe Jim Davis, best-known as the creator of GARFIELD. …
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Indiana, United States
Angela Davis
Social Justice and Civil Rights Counterculture Legend
Social Justice and Civil Rights Counterculture Legend Iconic activist Angela Davis has made it her mission to share her life story and challenge her audiences to join the struggle for racial, economic, and gender justice. Radical Feminist Angela has been …
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California, United States
Jon Dorenbos
Motivational & Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Magician, America's Got Talent Finalist, and Former NFL Player
Motivational & Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Magician, America’s Got Talent Finalist, and Former NFL Player Jon Dorenbos played 14 seasons in the NFL, notably making the Pro Bowl twice as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2016, Jon competed on …
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$50,000 or greater
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California, United States
Josh Dorfman
Environmental Entrepreneur, Media Personality and Creator of The Lazy Environmentalist
Environmental Entrepreneur, Media Personality and Creator of The Lazy Environmentalist Josh Dorfman is an environmental entrepreneur, author, television host, and radio host committed to helping consumers easily and delightfully take steps to green their lives. Josh is perhaps best known as …
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$10,001 to $20,000
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North Carolina, United States
Howard Fineman
Leading Journalist, Political Commentator & Best-Selling Author
Leading Journalist, Political Commentator & Best-Selling Author Howard Fineman is an admired journalist and political commentator who taps into unrivaled knowledge of the political and media landscapes to present vivid insights into Washington, presidents, Congress, and national and international affairs. …
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$20,001 to $50,000
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District Of Columbia, United States
Bethenny Frankel
Entrepreneur, Investor, Philanthropist, Lifestyle Influencer, and Best-Selling Author
Entrepreneur, Investor, Philanthropist, Lifestyle Influencer, and Best-Selling Author Bethenny Frankel is a self-made businesswoman, TV producer, multiple New York Times bestselling author, and mother. Bethenny recently made a multi-year deal with MGM Television and Mark Burnett to generate unscripted television …
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$50,000 or greater
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New York, United States
Ron Garan
Astronaut, Fighter Pilot, Test Pilot, Humanitarian
Astronaut, Fighter Pilot, Test Pilot, Humanitarian Having enjoyed an illustrious career that has cemented Colonel Ron Garan’s place as one of the world’s most influential individuals, the iconic father of three is a decorated NASA astronaut, fighter pilot and test …
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Texas, United States
Anita Hill
Attorney, Professor of Law, Bestselling Author, and Equality & Civil Rights Advocate
Attorney, Professor of Law, Bestselling Author, and Equality & Civil Rights Advocate Anita Hill, whose courage has inspired generations, is renowned for her work with civil and women’s rights, in pursuit of social justice, and to combat sexual harassment. Her …
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Massachusetts, United States
Shep Hyken
Customer Service and Experience Expert, Business Consultant, and Best-Selling Author
Customer Service and Experience Expert, Business Consultant, and Best-Selling Author No matter what service you provide or what product you sell, the most important statistic in any customer relationship is making sure the customer comes back the next time they …
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$20,001 to $50,000
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Missouri, United States
Robert Kiyosaki
Best-Selling Author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Investment Expert, and Entrepreneur
Best-Selling Author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Investment Expert, and Entrepreneur Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad—the #1 personal finance book of all time—Robert Kiyosaki has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people …
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Arizona, United States
Jake Knapp
Design Partner at Google Ventures and Best-Selling Author of Sprint
Design Partner at Google Ventures and Best-Selling Author of Sprint Business Speaker Jake Knapp is a talented designer and co-author of the New York Times best selling book, Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just …
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$20,001 to $50,000
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California, United States
Emeril Lagasse
Popular Chef, Restaurateur, Author and Television Personality known for his Creole cuisine
World-Famous Chef, Restaurateur, Author and Television Personality Chef Emeril Lagasse received his first culinary experience from his mother, Hilda, when he was a boy growing up in the small town of Fall River, Mass. As a teenager, he worked at …
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$50,000 or greater
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Louisiana, United States
Brandon Leake
Award-Winning Poet, Artistic Educator, America’s Got Talent Winner, and Motivational Speaker
Award-Winning Poet, Artistic Educator, America’s Got Talent Winner, and Motivational Speaker An artistic visionary whose roots lie in the ghettos of south side Stockton, California, Brandon Leake is a spoken word poet, educator and motivational speaker and the winner of …
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$20,001 to $50,000
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California, United States
Daniel Levine
Global Trends Expert
Global Trends Expert Global Editor of WikiTrend.org and the Executive Director of the Avant-Guide Institute in New York City, Daniel Levine helps international industry leaders reach their target markets by creating meaningful and profitable experiences for their customers. As a …
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New York, United States
Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo
Renowned Psychologist, Best Selling Author, and Success Coach
Renowned Psychologist, Best Selling Author, and Success Coach Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo is the authority on how to crush your inner critic so that you can live a life of purpose, fulfillment and True Success™. Celebrity Psychologist She’s America’s most trusted …
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$20,001 to $50,000
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Illinois, United States
Kerry Magro
Inspiring Autism Advocate, TED Speaker, & Author
Inspiring Autism Advocate, TED Speaker, & Author Kerry Magro is a 29-year-old national motivational speaker, disability advocate & consultant. In 2011, Kerry won Autism Society’s Outstanding Individual with Autism Award. Books Kerry’s book Defining Autism From The Heart which discusses …
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$5,000 to $10,000
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New Jersey, United States
Sebastian Maniscalco
Stand-Up Comedian
Stand-Up Comedian In 2018, Sebastian Maniscalco reached heights that few comedians could ever dream about. With a string of record-breaking, sold-out arena and theatre shows; a best-selling memoir, Stay Hungry; and a role in Green Book, which won Best Picture …
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California, United States
Jim McKelvey
Co-Founder of Block, formerly Square, Founder & CEO of Invisibly
Co-Founder of Block, formerly Square, Founder & CEO of Invisibly Chances are good you’ve run across a Square device at some point, especially if you’ve recently visited a food truck or mobile small business. The tiny piece of plastic that …
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$50,000 or greater
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Florida, United States
Tony Mendez
Retired CIA officer, Author, and the Real-Life Inspiration for the Movie Argo.
Retired CIA Officer, Best-selling Author, American Hero and Real-Life Inspiration for Argo In 1965 CIA’s Technical Services Division recruited him. Born in Eureka, Nevada, Tony led two lives. For 25 years he worked under cover, often overseas, participating in some …
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Maryland, United States
Ben Mezrich
New York Times Bestselling Author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House
New York Times Bestselling Author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House New York Times Bestselling Author, Ben Mezrich cracked the Hollywood Reporter’s annual hot list: Hollywood’s 25 Most Powerful Authors. Mezrich was chosen among a group of …
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Massachusetts, United States
Kevin Mitnick
World's Most Famous Hacker, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Top Cybersecurity Keynote Speaker
World’s Most Famous Hacker, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Top Cybersecurity Keynote Speaker There is no one like Kevin. Once one of the FBI’s Most Wanted because he went on an ‘electronic joyride’ during which he hacked into more than …
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Nevada, United States