Best known as the star and executive producer of the hit series The Carbonaro Effect on truTV, Michael Carbonaro has also made frequent television appearances in shows such as Happily Divorced, 30 Rock, Grey’s Anatomy, and CSI Miami. A performing magician since his youth, Carbonaro went on to study experimental theater at New York University with the aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on

Leadership breaks down in human moments. Alyson Van Hooser helps leaders get those moments right. Alyson Van Hooser, CSP, is a leadership performance expert, keynote speaker, executive coach, leadership trainer, and three-time author. She helps leaders correct the misreads that weaken trust, buy-in, commitment, and results. Her keynotes are designed for corporate and association events where executives, mid-level managers, supervisors, emerging leaders, and customer-facing teams need practical

Michael McQueen understands what it takes to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Recently ranked #11 among the world’s top futurists, Michael is widely recognized for having his finger on the pulse of change, helping clients ranging from Google to Toyota and Mastercard navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of the curve. A bestselling author of 10 books, Michael’s latest release was named by Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Grant as one of the top five must-read new leadership books. He is a sought-after

Bryce Kenny is a former C-suite executive recruiter turned professional Monster Jam driver, Guinness World Record setter, author, and high-energy keynote speaker who helps organizations win what's next. Before competing in stadiums around the world, Bryce built his career in executive search as part of one of the top private equity portfolio search practices in the country, placing C-suite leaders with high-growth, private equity-backed companies and some of the most dynamic firms in the market.

“Grit and determination” are not always the right answers to overcoming obstacles and achieving goals. Often it takes the right mindset, coupled with the right skillsets to push through barriers, conquer challenges, and win every day.  Having gone through the highs and lows of winning and losing, Patrick brings dynamic stories that are relatable and teaches practical lessons that your teams can use every day. His entertaining and thought-provoking keynotes teach audiences how to develop the

From national championships at Nebraska to the Super Bowl with the Carolina Panthers, Mike Rucker knows what it takes to perform when the pressure is high and everyone is counting on you to deliver. A proud Nebraska Blackshirt, Mike helped the Cornhuskers win three national championships before being selected 38th overall in the NFL Draft. He spent his entire nine year NFL career with the Carolina Panthers, earning Pro Bowl honors, playing in Super Bowl XXXVIII, and becoming one of the franchise’s

Darcy Luoma delivers high-energy keynotes that leave audiences inspired and ready to take action. Through compelling stories, practical leadership tools, and engaging delivery, she helps leaders strengthen resilience and build high-performing teams. Darcy is the creator of Thoughtfully Fit®, a leadership framework that helps people respond thoughtfully in high-stakes moments rather than react on autopilot. Blending leadership development with lessons from physical training, she offers audiences

Laura Best is a keynote speaker and bestselling author of Born to Buzz who helps leaders unlock passion in their teams. Through a blend of story, science and her trademark Practical Inspiration®, leading brands invite Laura to inspire greater energy, contribution and performance in work and life. After experiencing burnout during a successful marketing career, Laura began to question the belief that we must sacrifice the things we love to succeed. She set out to find a better way, one that allowed

Tim Tebow is a speaker, entrepreneur, college football analyst for ESPN and SEC Network, and the author of seven New York Times bestsellers, including Shaken, This is the Day, and the children’s book Bronco and Friends: A Party to Remember. Prior to his current endeavors, Tim was an NFL quarterback, a two-time NCAAF national champion, Heisman Trophy winner, and College Football Hall of Fame inductee. He’s also the founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation, dedicated to bringing Faith, Hope and Love to

Janine Stange is a motivational speaker, singer, and on-air personality. She is best known for her historic journey to sing the Star-Spangled Banner in all 50 states – a mission she embarked on to honor our brave. Her story is the subject of “National Anthem Girl” a documentary by Kelly’s Filmworks now streaming on Amazon Prime. Janine has been featured on every major television network, and appeared on national news shows including: TODAY Show, Fox & Friends, NBC Nightly News, and Fox News

Jerome Mayne is a former white-collar criminal who has a hell of a story to tell. He was sentenced to almost two years in federal prison. He is also a former touring stand-up comedian. He now uses his experiences to give audiences a serious, yet funny, unforgettable look at rationalization, judgment and consequences. Jerome was not a Wall Street kingpin or criminal mastermind. He was a regular finance professional who knew he was crossing lines and still found ways to minimize, reframe and

Each year since 1984, Michele has inspired the attitudes and actions of thousands of people around the world through customized learning experiences, dynamic keynote presentations, strategic business planning and organizational development. As a dynamic and highly effective communicator, clients appreciate her unique ability to challenge the minds and touch the hearts of people at any level within a company, from the board of directors to the front-line team members. Since

Mel Robbins is the creator and host of the award-winning The Mel Robbins Podcast, one of the most successful podcasts in the world, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author. She has amassed 25 million followers online and is considered the most sought after expert in life improvement, mindset, and behavior change. The Wall Street Journal calls her a “billion-view podcaster” and TIME Magazine says she gives millions of listeners around the globe “a reason to believe in themselves.” Her books have

Molly Fletcher is a trailblazer in every sense of the word-- a rare talent of business wisdom, relationship brilliance and unwavering optimism. A popular keynote speaker, she shares the unconventional techniques that helped her thrive as one of the first female sports agents in the high stakes, big ego world of professional sports and now a successful entrepreneur. Formerly, as president of client representation for sports and entertainment agency CSE, Molly spent two decades as one of the world's

With a lot of help from the National Speakers Association, I learned about the business of speaking.  The sled dogs, the wilderness trips, and ALL the experiences and stories have done the rest.  My favorite description of what it feels like to get to speak to an audience or work with a team comes from the speaker/poet David Whyte: "Good speech is half what you plan to say, and half what is listened out of you." On to the more "traditional" bio... Chris Heeter was selected was the highest