Inspirational Speaker and Best-Selling Author, Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard |
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Formerly homeless, Liz Murray transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope and hard-won success. Speeches
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Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley shares his thoughts on leadership and innovation and examines the nation’s most crucial issues, including health care reform, the environment, entrepreneurship, the future of education and leadership and governing in the information age. Speeches
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Achievement - Business, American Politics, Big Data, Change: Managing/Leading It, Current Events, Cyber Security, Education, Environmental Issues, Ethics, Fiscal Policy, Government Regulation, Health Care Economics and News, Health Care Policy, Infrastructure, Innovation, Leadership, National Security, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Patriotism, Sustainability, Terrorism , Transportation, Workforce Issues
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Director, Central Intelligence Agency (2011-2012); Commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces-Afghanistan (2010-2011); Commander, U.S. Central Command (2008-2010); Commander, Multinational Force-Iraq (2007-2008). Currently Partner, KKR and Chairman, KKR Global Institute and a Professor at CUNY’s Macaulay Honors College and the University of Southern California |
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A highly decorated general and one of the most prominent combat commanders in American history, David H. Petraeus has dedicated his life to public service, leading military campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan and then serving as the director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Topics:
Africa, Asia, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Managing/Leading It, China, Communication Skills, Courage, Crisis Management, Current Events, Cyber Security, Education, Emerging Markets, Energy - Alternative & Technology, Energy - Policy , Europe, Financial Markets, Fiscal Policy, Foreign Policy - U.S., Global Economy, Innovation, Inspiring Lives , Latin America, Leadership, Middle East, Motivation, National Security, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Patriotism, Risk Management, Teamwork, Terrorism
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Chief Advisor, Uber; Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama (2011-2013); Campaign Manager, 2008 Obama for President; and New York Times Best-Selling Author |
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Helping change the face of politics and business forever, David Plouffe’s key insights into the issues facing our country today and his use of coherent, bold strategy combined with innovative technology—including big data—have revolutionized the way all organizations are run—from the campaign trail to the boardroom to Main Street. Speeches
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American Politics, Big Data, Branding, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Living with It, Change: Managing/Leading It, Communication Skills, Consumer Trends, Corporate Culture, Corporate Social Responsibility, Creativity, Customer Relationships/Loyalty, Education, Human Resource Issues, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Innovation, Inspiring Lives , Leadership, Marketing, Motivation, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Patriotism, Peak Performance, Personal Growth, Social Media/New Media, Teamwork, Workforce Issues
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President & CEO, National Cable & Telecommunications Association and Former Chairman, Federal Communications Commission |
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Deeply committed to making the digital future accessible to everyone, Michael Powell is actively engaged with policymakers and leaders from business, health care and education on technological development, deployment and use. Speeches
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Secretary of State (2001-2005) |
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One of the most admired and respected leaders in America today, General Colin Powell offers his thoughts on domestic and world affairs, leadership and a vision for tomorrow. Topics:
Achievement - Business, Achievement - Personal, Change: Managing/Leading It, Children’s Issues, Courage, Crisis Management, Education, Ethics, Foreign Policy - U.S., Inspiring Lives , Leadership, Motivation, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Patriotism, Peak Performance, Personal Growth, Teamwork
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Widely considered to be one of the most influential and powerful people in the world, Condoleezza Rice shares her unparalleled expertise on global affairs, national security and education. Speeches
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First Secretary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Former Governor of Pennsylvania, President/CEO, Ridge Global and Partner, Ridge Schmidt Cyber |
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With an extraordinary record and breadth of public service, success and experience, Tom Ridge has become one of the most respected and top international security experts in the world. Speeches
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American Politics, Change: Managing/Leading It, Courage, Crisis Management, Current Events, Cyber Security, Disaster Preparedness, Education, Energy - Policy , Foreign Policy - U.S., Global Economy, Government Regulation, Information Technology, Infrastructure, Leadership, National Security, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Patriotism, Peak Performance, Risk Management, Terrorism
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Presenter of #1 Most Viewed TED Talk in History, Internationally Acclaimed Expert on Creativity and Innovation and Author, Creative Schools |
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The most-watched and discussed speaker in the history of the prestigious TED Conference, Sir Ken Robinson pushes people to rethink outdated assumptions about intelligence and creativity—and to unleash the real potential of people and organizations. |
Founder and CEO of Girls Who Code and Author |
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Reshma Saujani is an innovator and a connector with a unique talent for spotting trends and galvanizing diverse stakeholders to turn trends into movements. Speeches
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