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Ed Begley Jr.
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Actor, Author and Environmental Activist
Actor, Author, and Environmental Activist Inspired by the works of his Academy Award-winning father, Ed Begley, Jr. became an actor. He first came to audiences’ attention for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the long-running hit television series, “St. …
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California, United States
Peter Diamandis
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Innovation, Incentive Competitions and Commercial Space Pioneer, Chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation
Innovation, Incentive Competitions and Commercial Space Pioneer, Chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation Dr. Peter H. Diamandis is an international pioneer in the fields of innovation, incentive competitions and commercial space. In 2014 he was named one of …
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California, United States
John Beltzer
Founder of Non-Profit "Songs of Love Foundation" and Inspirational Speaker
Founder of Non-Profit “Songs of Love Foundation” and Inspirational Speaker For over 16 years, John Beltzer has provided captivating moments of joy and hope for audiences all across the country. His non-profit organization founded in 1996, the “Songs of Love …
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New York, United States
Wendy Booker
Author, Speaker, Mountain Climber, Marathoner, and Adventurer with Multiple Sclerosis
Author, Speaker, Mountain Climber, Marathoner, and Adventurer with Multiple Sclerosis Wendy Booker is on an amazing journey. Not only has she tackled marathons, mountains and ice… she’s doing it with multiple sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS in 1998, …
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Massachusetts, United States
Holly Branson
Chair of Virgin Unite at Virgin and Best-Selling Author
Chair of Virgin Unite at Virgin and Best-Selling Author Holly Branson is a senior executive at The Virgin Group, a venture capital firm with arms in everything from music to space tourism. She graduated with medical and physiology degrees from …
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Unknown, United Kingdom
Lauren Bush Lauren
Well-Known Philanthropist, and Founder & CEO of FEED
Well-Known Philanthropist, and Founder & CEO of FEED Lauren Bush Lauren is the Founder and CEO of FEED, a social business whose mission is to “Create Good Products That Help FEED the World.” In 2004, Lauren became the Honorary Student …
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New York, 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
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
Brett Hagler
CEO & Co-Founder of New Story
CEO & Co-Founder of New Story Brett is the CEO, Co-Founder of New Story, an innovative nonprofit founded in 2015 that pioneers solutions to end global homelessness. Brett’s a Y Combinator alum, 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur, author, speaker …
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Georgia, United States
Hill Harper
Award Winning TV & Film Actor, NY Times Bestselling Author, Youth and Education Advocate
Award Winning TV & Film Actor, NY Times Bestselling Author, Education and Youth Advocate Hill Harper is a humanitarian, an award-winning actor, best-selling author, entrepreneur, health and wellness ambassador/educator and philanthropist. Harper is perhaps most recognizable for his starring role …
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Doc Hendley
CNN Hero, Humanitarian, and Founder and President of Wine to Water
Founder of Wine to Water, Humanitarian, and CNN Hero Doc Hendley is proof that anyone, even a tattooed keg-tapper, can cure what ails the world. He is a 2009 CNN Hero. He is President/Founder of the organization Wine To Water …
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North Carolina, United States
Peter Hillary
World Renowned Adventurer and Philanthropist
World Renowned Adventurer and Philanthropist There is nothing more inspirational than a great adventure, and the name Hillary is synonymous with adventure. ‘Growing up in the Hillary family, was quite an adventure…Adventure was compulsory’ Peter Hillary has said of his …
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Ashley Judd
Actress, #MeToo Activist & Humanitarian
Actress, #MeToo Activist & Humanitarian Ashley Judd is well known for dexterously starring in both box office hits and for turning in unforgettable performances in fine independent films. From her debut in Sundance Film Festival grand jury prize winner, Ruby …
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Tennessee, United States
Marcus Lemonis
Entrepreneur, CEO of Camping World and Good Sam and Star of CNBC's series The Profit and The Partner
Entrepreneur, CEO of Camping World and Good Sam and Star of CNBC’s series The Profit and The Partner If you or your client is looking for an interactive Business Executive Speaker to empower and motivate the audience, Marcus Lemonis has …
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Illinois, United States
Andrew MacLeod
Leadership & Partnership Expert, Author, Humanitarian Lawyer, and Former Aid Worker
Leadership & Partnership Expert, Author, H umanitarian Lawyer, and Former Aid Worker MacLeod is an expereinced board director and chairman across three continents. He currently chairs Griffin Law (UK and US) and co-founded its award-winning Ethical Litigation and Brexit Advisory …
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Unknown, Australia
Alyssa Milano
Actress, Humanitarian, Philanthropist, #MeToo Activist, and Entrepreneur
Actress, Humanitarian, Philanthropist, #MeToo Activist, and Entrepreneur Actress Alyssa Milano has spent almost her entire life in the public eye. A famous child actor, she has continued to work throughout her adulthood in both television and film. Project Runway Alyssa …
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California, United States
Marie Osmond
Legendary TV Personality, Entertainer, and Performer on Dancing With The Stars
Legendary TV Personality, Entertainer, and Performer on Dancing with the Stars Show business entertainer, singer, TV personality, health advocate, author and business woman, Marie made her national debut at age 3 on “The Andy Williams Show.” Marie has proven to …
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Nevada, United States
Dave Pelzer
Best-Selling Author and Inspirational Survivor
Best-Selling Author and Inspirational Survivor In a word, Dave Pelzer embodies Esprit: Spirit, Humor & Wit. As a child, his resilience enabled him to overcome extreme life-threatening obstacles. As an adult, for over 20 years, Dave’s inspirational work has encouraged …
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California, United States
Jan Scruggs
A Vietnam vet who raised all the money for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial from private funds
Vietnam Vet Who Raised All Funding for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial from Private Funds Vietnam veteran Jan Scruggs started and directed the enormously successful effort to create a national memorial to those Americans who served their country in the …
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District Of Columbia, United States
Jane Seymour
Entrepreneur, Actress & Philanthropist
Entrepreneur, Actress & Philanthropist A multiple Emmy® and Golden Globe® winner, recipient of the Officer of the British Empire (OBE) in the year 2000, which was bestowed upon her by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, Jane Seymour has proven …
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Shaun White
Dual-Sport Professional Athlete, 3 Time Olympic Gold Medalist, and Entrepreneur
Dual-Sport Professional Athlete, 3 Time Olympic Gold Medalist, and Entrepreneur Legend isn’t often a word bestowed upon someone in his early 30s, but then again, most 32-year-olds aren’t Shaun White. Dual-sport professional athlete in snowboarding and skateboarding, 3-time Olympic gold …
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John Wood
Founder and Board Co-Chair of Room to Read, Philanthropist, and Literacy Advocate
Founder and Board Co-Chair of Room to Read, Philanthropist, and Literacy Advocate John Wood is the founder and board co–chair of Room to Read, an organization that seeks to transform the lives of millions of children in developing countries by …
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New York, United States
Peter Yarrow
Legendary musician and activist and Founding Director of Operation Respect: "Don't Laugh At Me, a key initiative in our nation's response to physical and emotional violence among children.
A successful artist and activist, Peter Yarrow‘s talent is legendary. His songwriting has produced some of the most moving songs that Peter, Paul & Mary have recorded, including “Puff, The Magic Dragon,” “Day Is Done,” and “Light One Candle.” This …
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