Program 1,090 Elliot Kallen has been an entrepreneur for over 40 years, and like many business owners, he has experienced his fair share of hardships. In 2015, during a critical phase in his business-building journey, Elliot’s 19-year-old youngest son, Jake, committed suicide, a devastating event that coincided with the challenges of growing his venture.…
Program 1,089 Joel Zeff creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years. As an international keynote speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience…
Program 1,083 Shane Johnson is a Marine Corps veteran, motivational speaker, and the co-founder of Big Guns Coffee—America’s first indoor hydroponic coffee farm. With a bold vision for sustainable agriculture and retail innovation, T. Shane has scaled his veteran- and family-owned brand into major retailers like Walmart, Sprouts, and HomeGoods. Beyond business, he’s a…
Program 1,082 Gregory Vetter is a transformative figure who has guided various enterprises (Tessemae’s All Natural, Alta Fresh Foods and Homegrown Brands), as a Founder/CEO. His mission, simply put, is to galvanize the leaders of tomorrow. As a preeminent thinker on issues ranging from leadership, change management to innovation, Greg is a recognized expert…
Program 1,080 Atlanta-based Dr. Sam Adeyemi leads leaders. More than 3.8 million CEOs and high performing individuals follow Dr. Sam on top social media sites. Dr. Sam is the author of SHIFTS: 6 Steps to Transform Your Mindset and Elevate Your Leadership and Dear Leader: Your Flagship Guide to Successful Leadership. He is the…
Program 1,075 Bill Ellis is a master at unlocking the fearless potential in others. A veteran of corporate brand management for more than 25 years at global beverage giant Anheuser-Busch, Bill has come to learn and deliver his true value in the past decade as a public speaker, certified coach and brand architect for…
Program 1,076 Stephen Ridley is a former Wall Street banker turned internationally acclaimed pianist and founder of Ridley Academy, where he’s helped over 35,000 students worldwide unlock their musical potential. Known for his high-energy performances and unconventional life journey, Stephen teaches people how learning piano can rewire the brain, improve focus, reduce stress, and…
Program 1,071 CEO, board member, best-selling author, and acclaimed international speaker, Adam Coffey is a visionary leader who drives transformative growth and fosters high-performance cultures. With 21+ years of experience as CEO, Adam built three national service companies for nine private equity sponsors. Completing 58 acquisitions, his track record includes notable outcomes measured in…
Program 1,069 Starting out at age 25, Tanya Alvarez self-funded her first New York ad agency, using credit cards, and achieved zero to 1 million in revenue in the first year. Along the way, she traveled to 42 countries, completing the Boston and NYC Marathons and a Half Ironman, all while battling a rare…
Program 1,068 Dr. Ravi Iyer, MD, TEDx speaker, author, coach, and President of Reston Towncenter Toastmasters Club, is a renowned expert in personal and professional transformation. As CEO of IR FocalPoint, Iyer Clinic, and ActivPower Inc., he helps high-achieving individuals, including C-Suite executives, entrepreneurs, celebrities, and athletes, unlock their full potential through mastery of…
