Legendary Hall of Fame Head Men's Basketball Coach, University of Connecticut (1986-2012), Winner of Three National Championships (1999, 2004, 2011) and ESPN College Basketball Analyst |
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An exceptional leader and one of the most successful coaches in college basketball history with three national titles and 873 wins to his name, Jim Calhoun delivers a passionate and powerful message on leadership, building effective teams and establishing a winning culture that can put any organization on the road to success. |
Consultant; Strategist; Communicator; Campaigner; Best-Selling Author; and Former Director of Strategy and Communications to Tony Blair |
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A defining figure of modern political history, Alastair Campbell changed politics and campaigns forever when directing Tony Blair’s three general election wins. He now applies the lessons learned then, and since, to helping governments, parties, businesses, charities, sports teams and individuals to turn bold objectives into real strategies that work. One of the godfathers of modern strategic communication, he also specializes in crisis management. Topics:
Achievement - Business, Achievement - Personal, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Managing/Leading It, Communication Skills, Courage, Creativity, Diet, Fitness & Wellness, Innovation, Inspiring Lives , Leadership, Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Peak Performance, Personal Growth, Risk Management, Social Media/New Media, Sports Related, Substance Abuse, Teamwork
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Andy Card, the longest-serving White House Chief of Staff in the last 50 years, brings an insider’s perspective and analysis of the Trump Administration and a Republican Congress. Topics:
Africa, American Politics, Asia, Change: Managing/Leading It, China, Communication Skills, Corporate Culture, Crisis Management, Current Events, Election Forecast/Analysis, Emerging Markets, Europe, Financial Markets, Fiscal Policy, Foreign Policy - U.S., Global Economy, Innovation, Investing/Personal Finance, Latin America, Leadership, Middle East, Motivation, National Security, Negotiation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Teamwork
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Award-Winning Journalist and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Playing the Enemy: Nelson Mandela and the Game That Made a Nation, Inspiration for the Oscar-Nominated Film, Invictus |
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Award-winning journalist and author John Carlin speaks on the principle set out by the 18th-century British writer Samuel Johnson: “the purpose is to instruct by pleasing.” Shunning dullness as a cardinal sin, his presentations blend a wealth of rich, emotive anecdotes with a deep seriousness of purpose. He offers enduring lessons on the art of leadership and the resolution of conflict while provoking from his audiences smiles, laughter and, not infrequently, tears. |
Best-Selling Author, Expert on Creativity and Innovation, Agent for Social Change |
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A man whose diversity of life experience is the very embodiment of creativity and innovation, Kevin Carroll's life-changing, masterful storytelling skills challenge audiences to achieve maximum human potential through the power of passion and imagination. |
U.S. Secretary of Defense (2015–2017); Deputy Secretary of Defense (2011–2013) Types:
Male, Military Service
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As Secretary of Defense, Ash Carter led the Pentagon to launch game-changing initiatives and embrace innovative practices to ensure the Defense Department wins today’s fights and prepares for tomorrow’s challenges. His unique insight and experience leading the Pentagon at a time of global change allows him to speak to the complexity of global events, large-scale operations, technology and cybersecurity, and the future of business transformation. Speeches
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Africa, Asia, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Managing/Leading It, China, Corporate Culture, Corporate Governance, Current Events, Cyber Security, Europe, Foreign Policy - U.S., Human Resource Issues, Information Technology, Innovation, Latin America, Leadership, Middle East, National Security, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Risk Management, Teamwork, Terrorism , Workforce Issues
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Founder and Former CEO, Zipcar, Buzzcar and GoLoco; Executive Chairman, Veniam Works and Author |
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Robin Chase, the founder and former CEO of Zipcar, unpacks the underlying principles that enabled a startup to transform an industry. She is one of the pioneers of the sharing economy. |
Astronaut, Performance Specialist, and Innovation/Technology Futurist Types:
Astronauts/Aviators, Male
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A former NASA astronaut who has been called "a pioneer in the frontier of commercial space flight," Leroy Chiao encourages audiences to stop at nothing in the pursuit of their dreams. Speeches
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COO and President, North America, FOCUS Brands, Inc., Humanitarian, Fortune 40 Under 40, CNBC Next 25 List of Rebels, Leaders and Innovators Types:
Female, Top Executives
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Sharing the story of her accelerated rise up the corporate ladder, from her start working as a hostess to leading some of the world’s best-known food brands, Kat Cole provides insight and perspective on what it takes to create and lead successful teams, drive innovation and growth, lead with heart and sustain excellence. Topics:
Achievement - Business, Achievement - Personal, Branding, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Managing/Leading It, Communication Skills, Consumer Trends, Corporate Culture, Corporate Governance, Customer Relationships/Loyalty, Innovation, Leadership, Philanthropy, Risk Management, Teamwork, Women's Issues
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Chairman, Avon Products; Founder & CEO, Conantleadership; Chairman, Kellogg Executive Leadership Institute at Northwestern University; Former CEO & President, Campbell Soup Company |
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Turnaround CEO and chairman Doug Conant pinpoints leadership opportunities, everyday and extraordinary, to reveal the importance of action in interaction. Speeches
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Achievement - Business, Branding, Business Growth/Strategy/Trends, Change: Managing/Leading It, Corporate Culture, Creativity, Diversity, Innovation, Leadership, Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles and Challenges, Peak Performance, Personal Growth, Sales Skills and Motivation, Teamwork, Workforce Issues
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