A professional trend forecaster, speaker, and author, Michael speaks and writes about cracking the code of the future applying his unique framework of Ubertrends — massive waves that are reshaping global behavior.
Read More...Eric Termuende is a globally-recognized thought leader, author, and keynote speaker on the future of work and building teams that thrive. Eric is helping leaders build incredible teams and tomorrow’s greatest places to work. His one-degree shift methodology enables leaders to build trust, remove friction, and create a culture of experimentation. Eric has delivered over 400 keynotes to organizations including IBM, The Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Zoom, TD, BMO.
Read More...Christopher Thornberg is the founder of Beacon Economics LLC. He is an expert in economic and revenue forecasting, regional economics, economic policy, and labor and real estate markets. He became nationally known for forecasting the subprime mortgage market crash that began in 2007, and was one of the few economists on record to predict the global economic recession that followed.
Read More...Dan Thurmon is the founder and President of Motivation Works, a company that helps leaders and their organizations move confidently through change and transformation, so they become, achieve, and contribute MORE. Dan is a Hall of Fame Speaker, a teacher of peak performance, an author of impactful books, and a lifelong student of success, happiness, and achievement. He’s delivered thousands of presentations across six continents for audiences including world leaders, Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, and educators.
Read More...Kunbi Tinuoye is an award-winning British-born journalist and broadcaster based in the United States. She is the founder of UrbanGeekz, a groundbreaking video-centric African-American, Latinx, and multicultural digital news platform focused on technology, science, business, and startups.
Read More...Robert B. Tucker is an acclaimed innovation expert and business futurist, serving as the President of The Innovation Resource. With over 30 years of experience, Tucker guides organizations in fostering innovation and adapting to future trends. He is the author of influential books such as Driving Growth Through Innovation and is a sought-after keynote speaker known for his actionable insights and strategic vision.
Read More...Pat Wadors is the Chief People Officer of UKG, overseeing HR functions for their 14,000+ workforce. With extensive experience in tech companies like Procore and ServiceNow, she's a thought leader in HR and a published author in The Harvard Business Review. An advocate for diversity and inclusion, Pat has developed frameworks and delivered inspiring speeches worldwide. She's known for her empathy and talent for storytelling, making her a standout speaker.
Read More...Dr. Talaya Waller believes that a strong brand has the power to change the world, which is why she is passionate about working with professionals striving to make a positive impact on the future. This vision drives her startup, Valuables, an AI-powered brand management and executive positioning platform. Previously, she has provided brand consulting for leaders of top organizations, including the United Nations, Google, the NBA, and the Federal Reserve Board. She has taught at Duke and lectured internationally. Institutions like MIT and Oxford house her academic contributions, while her insights on personal brand equity are featured in outlets like Bloomberg, Fast Company, and Forbes
Read More...Dan Walters has been a journalist for nearly 60 years and has written about California and its politics for a number of publications, including the Sacramento Bee and The Wall Street Journal. Mr. Walters frequently appears on CNN, Fox, and other networks, commenting about political developments in California.
Read More...Jeannie Walters is an award-winning customer experience expert, international keynote speaker, and Founder of Experience Investigators. With Fortune 500 clients and global recognition, she's a leading authority on improving employee and customer relationships. As a sought-after business coach, Jeannie has reached audiences worldwide, emphasizing proactivity for brand loyalty. Her insights have been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and more.
Read More...John Wang is the author of Big Asian Energy (Penguin Random House, 2025), a leadership and communication coach with 15+ years of experience. He has spoken on stages at TEDx, McKinsey, and leading colleges, sharing insights on breaking internal barriers to success. An engaging and uplifting speaker, John shares relatable stories of breaking free from our cultural and social barriers, and gives tangible techniques to help audiences speak up boldly and authentically, even when facing imposter syndrome, inner-criticism, or self-doubt.
Read More...Rebecca Weaver, Founder and CEO at HRuprise, is an influential figure in human resources with over twenty years of experience. She is known for her strategic leadership and innovative HR solutions. Rebecca is a celebrated author, speaker, and cancer survivor. Her keynotes integrate personal resilience with professional insights, offering strategies for adaptive leadership and empathic culture. Her work has been featured in major publications and conferences.
Read More...Nick Webb is a number one best-selling author and is one of the most popular Innovation, Healthcare, Future-trends, and Customer Experience Speakers in the world. Nick is the CEO of LeaderLogic, LLC a Management Consulting Firm that provides consulting services and training to the top brands in the world. Nick works shoulder-to-shoulder with boards of directors of multibillion-dollar companies to assist them in building future-ready organizations.
Read More...Jared is Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer of The Future Hunters, one of the world’s leading futurist consulting firms. His work is industry-agnostic, and covers trend activity in the realms of science & technology, economics, politics, demographics and environmental issues.
Read More...Aniyia Williams is a systempreneur, creator, inventor, tech changemaker, and investor. She is a principal on the Responsible Technology team at Omidyar Network, and works to help the tech world live up to its promise of changing lives for the better. She served as Executive Director of Black & Brown Founders, co-founder of Zebras Unite, and founded and led the fashion tech company, Tinsel.
Read More...Rodney Williams is the Co-founder of SoLo Funds, the largest community finance platform and the US’s only Black-led Certified B Corp fintech grounded in the hope and mission to build a community that enables financial autonomy for all. Prior to SoLo, Rodney founded LISNR and led the company to over $40M in funding, numerous awards, and partnerships across retail and financial services. Rodney’s career started at Procter & Gamble in brand management where he was a critical catalyst in the company’s digital strategy and started in eCommerce & social media.
Read More...Brandon helps leaders transform their teams into high performing, high reliability organizations by harnessing the same tools used by US Air Force Fighter Pilots. Leveraging his work in Human Factors and human performance research, his methodology equips leaders to organize, lead, and operate effectively in volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) environments where human error is prevalent.
Read More...Velera Wilson is a speaker, marketing leader, and passionate believer in women owning their unique voice. For over fifteen years she’s generated millions in revenue leading teams and driving marketing strategy across industries including Fortune 500 companies AT&T, First Data and Verifone. Velera’s also the founder of Positive Identity, an organization inspiring and educating women hell-bent on commanding their worth in life.
Read More...Dr. Brynn Winegard is a renowned business professor, professional speaker, and expert in applied neuroscience and positive psychology. She is dedicated to helping professionals achieve peak mental performance at work by understanding and utilizing their brain better. Dr. Winegard holds multiple degrees, including an MBA and PhD, and teaches graduate and executive learners at various institutions. She has conducted research through Harvard Medical School and is a fellow with Harvard-McLean Hospital IOC Research Institute.
Read More...Andrew Winston, a globally recognized expert on megatrends and sustainable business, was ranked #3 on the Thinkers50 list of top management thinkers. His books, including Green to Gold, The Big Pivot, and Net Positive (co-authored with Paul Polman), have sold over 250,000 copies in 15 languages, with Net Positive named a Financial Times Best Business Book of the Year. A sought-after speaker for executives worldwide, Andrew holds degrees from Princeton, Columbia, and Yale.
Read More...Jerry Won is the Founder & CEO of Just Like Media, an Asian American storytelling company, home to popular shows Dear Asian Americans, The Janchi Show, and more. He is a leading voice in the Asian American community and speaks to global audiences on authentic storytelling, the Asian American experience, and his personal journey. He is also Founder & CEO of Always Be Creating, the premier community and events platform for Asian content creators.
Read More...Darren Woodson is the Managing Principal at Cresa, a Super Bowl Champion, Former Dallas Cowboy, and ESPN Analyst. After a successful 12-year career as the leading tackler for the Dallas Cowboys, Woodson understands the importance of embracing change, accepting criticism, and fostering healthy competition. Darren shares practical skills for building cultures of excellence. With his insights, audiences nationwide gain valuable tools for creating effective teams, cultivating exceptional business cultures, and finding joy in life.
Read More...Bob Woodward rose to international fame when he and Carl Bernstein exposed the Watergate scandal in 1973. Since then, he has illuminated secret government operations and the evolution of presidential power through his writing. As the author of 23 bestselling books, with 17 reaching #1, he offers unique insights in his speeches about the presidency and media's role. Currently, he serves as associate editor for The Washington Post and has won nearly every American journalism award, including two Pulitzers.
Read More...A Silicon Valley icon and philanthropist for more than thirty years, Steve Wozniak has helped shape the computing industry with his design of Apple’s first line of products the Apple I and II. In 1976, Wozniak and Steve Jobs founded Apple Computer Inc. with Wozniak’s Apple I personal computer. Since then, Wozniak has received countless awards for his technological advancements and philanthropic endeavors and is also a published author and co-founded Woz U.
Read More...Justin Wren, also known as "The Big Pygmy," is a former MMA fighter, national champion wrestler, UFC veteran, and bestselling author. After battling depression, addiction, and finding his purpose living among the Mbuti Pygmy people, he founded Fight for the Forgotten, a non-profit dedicated to providing clean water and support to marginalized communities. Armed with transformative storytelling, he empowers people to find purpose, attain peak performance, and create lasting change.
Read More...Ramona Wright, a TEDx speaker, author, tech investor, producer, tech investor, and philanthropist, has more than 15 years of strategic communication expertise. She’s a trailblazer who taught public relations and social media marketing to more than 200. Ramona is an accomplished speaker who has spoken on behalf of the American Heart Association, Google, and Microsoft. She worked with Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar Award-winning talent.
Read More...Denise Lee Yohn is the go-to expert on brand leadership for national media outlets, an in-demand speaker and consultant, and an influential writer, authoring the bestselling book What Great Brands Do: The Seven Brand-Building Principles that Separate the Best from the Rest.
Read More...Mara Zepeda is a co-founder of Cola Love, a catalytic community and economic development design studio in Columbia, South Carolina. She is also the Co-Founder of Zebras Unite, an international and intersectional hybrid cooperative and non-profit creating a more ethical, inclusive, collaborative, and sustainable approach to building businesses. She is a systempreneur and serial social entrepreneur and she speaks about and leads workshops on education, trust, social networks, and the future of business internationally.
Read More...Scott Zimmer has over 20 years of experience delivering keynote speeches to audiences around the world. Scott has developed a uniquely personable style and uses insight, humor, and data to foster an environment where every generation feels valued and understood.
Read More...Learning to live with a severe form of double deficit dyslexia and stuttering, Henrik unknowingly turned his disability into a gift to recognize patterns. Hence he devoted 20 years to the study and research of strategy in the scientific disciplines of Patternicity, Statistical Analysis, and Probabilistic Analysis. Best known as one of the most influential futurists of our century, who ignited the digital and 4th Industrial Revolution (aka Godfather) themes of today.
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