Rashmi Airan challenges leaders to face the invisible prisons that shape their choices and limit their growth. A keynote speaker, consultant, and unapologetic truth-teller, she brings her raw story of success, collapse, and reinvention to audiences worldwide. As a first-generation Indian American, Rashmi was raised to chase excellence. She graduated with honors from Columbia Law School, thrived in corporate America, and built her own law practice. But success came with hidden cages: cultural

Drew Moldenhauer is the visionary behind Blue Ethos Specialized Training, where he serves as the Owner and Master Instructor. With a strong focus on empowering individuals and organizations, Drew offers comprehensive training that goes beyond technical skills, highlighting the critical importance of preparedness, de-escalation, and community engagement. His extensive background in public safety leadership, coupled with years of practical experience, makes him a sought-after expert in the field of

Kenyon Murray is a passionate speaker, certified life coach, and founder of Murray Legacy Management. Drawing on years of experience as a collegiate and professional athlete, as well as roles in coaching and mentorship, Kenyon helps leaders, teams, and individuals break through limitations and step into their purpose. As host of The Leave Your Legacy Show, Kenyon engages audiences with stories and insights on leadership, faith, resilience, and impact. He lives in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with his wife

One of the world’s leading authorities on customer experience, transformation and change, and founder of transformation firm Strativity Group. Lior Arussy helped some of the world’s leading brands write their next chapter in their story through transformative process.  Arussy’s clients include Mercedes-Benz, Delta Airlines, Royal Caribbean Cruises, BMW, Cadillac, Novo Nordisk, MasterCard, The Met, Thomson Reuters, HSBC, E.ON, FedEx, SAP, and Johnson & Johnson, among others, Recipient of

Mike Michalowicz was dubbed the “top candidate for Patron Saint of Entrepreneurs” by Simon Sinek. He helps small business owners make their businesses more profitable while growing faster through organic marketing, be more effective through systems and create better teams through leadership.  Mike is an American business author, children's author, entrepreneur, and speaker. He is the author of eight business books published by Penguin Random House, including All In which is to be released in

If the word “believe” resonates with you, it means that you are probably a diehard fan of the hit series Ted Lasso, which portrays a football coach from Kansas who is hired to be the head coach of the English Premier Soccer Leagues AFC Richmond. But did you know that there was a real inspiration behind this award-winning show? Coach Donnie Campbell is a math teacher and a high school basketball coach from Kansas who was plucked out of obscurity when Jason Sudeikis, the American actor and star of

Shanna Adamic embodies audacious optimism as a way of life. Now serving as Director of Oracle Health Executive Content and Oracle Video, she leads storytelling that elevates Oracle’s healthcare vision and engages global audiences with healthcare transformation. As a correspondent for OracleTV, she brings to life compelling narratives that inspire, inform, and advance conversations around innovation in healthcare. Beyond her ability to create meaningful cause connections, Shanna formerly served as

In one moment, Robert Paylor was experiencing the pinnacle of athletic achievement, competing for the collegiate rugby national championship. In the next moment, his life took an unexpected and devastating turn. Robert suffered a severe spinal cord injury due to foul play, leaving him unable to move or feel anything below his neck. His doctor's prognosis was grim: he would never walk or move his hands for the rest of his life. Even in the face of tremendous adversity, Robert maintained the drive

Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an award-winning organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, author, and podcast host with over 25 years of experience helping people and organizations thrive. As the host of the acclaimed podcast Where Work Meets Life™, she explores the human side of the workplace with warmth and insight. A sought-after thought leader on workplace psychology, the future of work, and career development, she is passionate about building cultures that attract, retain, and empower

Dr. Kasi Lacey is a nationally recognized psychologist, keynote speaker, and confidence coach who empowers women and workplaces to overcome self-doubt, break free from burnout, and lead with boldness and authenticity. She blends the science of psychology with actionable leadership strategies to deliver high-impact, transformative keynotes and training that leave audiences inspired and equipped to take action. With 15+ years of experience as a C-suite executive in higher education

Sleeping in a homeless shelter. Bouncing between foster homes. Losing his mother to suicide. And that’s just the beginning. Ryan Stream’s story didn’t start in the spotlight; it started in survival mode. Through faith, grit, and relentless hustle, he went from foster care to Forbes Magazine, from jail cells and two years of drug addiction to over 500 stages in 32 states and a corporate event in Mexico. From brokenness, he built a mission he now calls: Building an Army of Resilient

Nick Westergaard is an author, educator, and speaker. He’s spent his career building standout brands at organizations of all sizes—from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies to President Obama’s Jobs Council. Nick teaches at the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business, where he leads the Story Lab program—helping students stand out through the power of storytelling. Nick is the author of the books Brand Now and Get Scrappy, a contributor to the Harvard Business Review, and a Moth

Rick Tollakson has led Hubbell Realty Company—and its many subsidiaries—since joining the firm in 1984 and being elevated to President and CEO in 2004. As CEO, he oversees the strategic direction of Hubbell’s diverse portfolio, which includes homebuilding (Hubbell Homes, Origin Homes, Embarq Signature Homes, The Home Company), property and commercial management (Indigo Living, Highmark Senior Living, Association Management), land and multifamily development, construction services, land and title

A Catalyst for reframing mindsets, Michael Kutcher has overcome challenges and conquered obstacles that most people never even catch a glimpse of. Born in 1978 in Iowa, as the unexpected twin brother of actor Christopher “Ashton” Kutcher, Michael met his first of many challenges at delivery. Entering the world notably smaller than his twin at less than five pounds, Michael was hardly responsive and struggled to take his first breath. Thanks to both outstanding medical care and his indomitable

Named a Best of the Stage Speaker by Smart Meetings, a Forbes Next1000 Honoree, one of Workforce Magazine’s 40 Under 40 Game Changers, and the #1 Health Promotion Professional in the U.S. by the Wellness Council of America, Rachel empowers leaders and teams to unmute their voices, reignite energy and engagement, and contribute with greater impact and influence. A former corporate HR trailblazer turned award-winning keynote speaker, she blends story, science, and soul to create experiences that are