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- Frankie Russo
Unlock Continuous Growth Throughout your Organization Frankie Russo Unlock Continuous Growth Throughout your Organization Frankie Russo is a visionary entrepreneur known for unlocking rapid growth through authenticity, imagination, and innovation. With a proven track record of leading companies to remarkable success, Frankie has earned a reputation for transforming organizations and driving growth in the face of uncertainty. His leadership helped 360ia, his tech company, achieve 60X growth in just three years, landing on the Inc. 500/5000 list for eight consecutive years before its acquisition by a Fortune 500 company. As the creator of the “Love Your Weird” movement, Frankie empowers organizations to embrace their uniqueness, adapt to change, and drive innovation. His latest work reveals the critical unlocks for sustained growth, focusing on leadership rooted in authenticity, imagination, and generosity. An author of two best-selling books, Frankie is a sought-after keynote speaker, renowned for transforming organizational cultures and inspiring personal and corporate growth. His keynote experiences are tailored, experiential, and filled with actionable insights, equipping leaders and teams to build a culture of collaboration and authenticity—unlocking breakthrough results and extraordinary transformation. Above all, Frankie’s greatest passion lies in his family. He lives in Louisiana with his wife and six children, where he finds his deepest joy and fulfillment. TOPICS Limitless Growth Generation A.I. Love Your Weird Extraordinary Engagement BOOKS “Breaking WHY: Hacking & Rebuilding Strategic Emotions for Authentic Success” [2022] “The Art Of WHY: Master your Purpose” [2016] “Love Your Weird” [Forthcoming, 2025] PAST CLIENTS Apple Cox Media Group FOX Cirque Du Soleil General Motors Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc. Magazine CHIEF MGM YALE University NADA Auto Show NextMBA
- Demarcus Ware
Dallas Cowboy All Time Great, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Relentless, Dominant, Legendary, a Force on the Field, and a Leader in Life Demarcus Ware Dallas Cowboy All Time Great, Pro Football Hall of Fame, Relentless, Dominant, Legendary, a Force on the Field, and a Leader in Life DeMarcus Ware, born on July 31, 1982, in Auburn, Alabama, is a former professional American football linebacker renowned for his exceptional career in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Troy University, where he earned recognition as the 2004 Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year. In the 2005 NFL Draft, Ware was selected 11th overall by the Dallas Cowboys, making him the first-ever first-round pick from Troy University. Throughout his nine seasons with the Cowboys (2005–2013), he became the franchise's all-time leader in quarterback sacks, amassing 117 sacks. Ware then joined the Denver Broncos (2014–2016), where he played a pivotal role in their Super Bowl 50 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Over his 12-season NFL career, Ware achieved numerous accolades, including: Nine Pro Bowl selections Four First-team All-Pro honors Two NFL sacks leader titles (2008, 2010) He concluded his career with 138.5 sacks, ranking among the top defensive players in NFL history. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport, Ware was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023. Beyond football, Ware has engaged in various endeavors, including participating in the 27th season of "Dancing with the Stars" in 2018. TOPICS Football Leadership Perseverance Personal Growth BOOKS Contributor "NFL Dads Dedicated to Daughters," personal accounts about fatherhood and the importance of being a role models for your daughters.
- Speakers
BRINGING THE BEST VOICES TO YOUR STAGE BOOK YOUR NEXT SPEAKER At LST Speakers & Talent, we specialize in finding the right speaker, entertainer, or influencer to make the biggest impact on your event or campaign. Whether you're looking for a powerful keynote speaker, a sports icon, a celebrity, or an industry thought leader, our team leverages 50+ years of experience and trusted relationships to deliver top-tier speakers —while saving you time and money. Let us help you select the perfect speaker for your next event! BOOK NOW SAMPLE SPEAKERS BOOKINGS Rachel DeAlto Glenn Morshower James Lawrence Robin Farmanfarmaian Eric M. Bailey Sean Astin Darren Woodson Terry Bradshaw Rachel DeAlto Glenn Morshower James Lawrence Robin Farmanfarmaian Eric M. Bailey Sean Astin Darren Woodson Terry Bradshaw Rachel DeAlto Glenn Morshower James Lawrence Robin Farmanfarmaian Eric M. Bailey Sean Astin Darren Woodson Terry Bradshaw Rachel DeAlto Glenn Morshower James Lawrence Robin Farmanfarmaian Eric M. Bailey Sean Astin Darren Woodson Terry Bradshaw Up
- Mark Schulman
Activating your rockstar DNA for peak performance Mark Schulman Activating your rockstar DNA for peak performance Mark Schulman is an internationally acclaimed drummer, motivational speaker, author, and cancer survivor whose journey from a classically trained cellist to one of the top drummers in the world showcases the power of attitude, transformation, and resilience. With over 32 years of electrifying performances on global stages, Mark has played with some of the biggest names in rock and pop, including P!NK, Billy Idol, Stevie Nicks, Cher, Sheryl Crow, Foreigner, and many more. As a first-call drummer, he’s toured with these artists for record-breaking tours, bringing an unmatched energy to each performance. Mark’s passion for performance extends beyond the stage, as he’s also a dynamic motivational speaker, bridging the heart of rock ‘n’ roll with leadership and personal development. His keynote addresses emphasize the importance of attitude in achieving extraordinary results, drawing on his experiences as a performer and his own battle with cancer. Mark has delivered over 2,000 keynotes, inspiring corporate leaders and organizations like American Express, Microsoft, IBM, and SAP. His powerful messages resonate deeply with audiences, offering practical tools for personal and professional growth. As a published author, Mark has written Conquering Life’s Stage Fright and The Attitude Equation , where he provides a roadmap for transforming fear into confidence and attitude into success. His philosophy underscores how attitude x behavior = consequence, and he has interviewed rockstars from all industries to explore how this equation has shaped their success. In addition to his work as a speaker and musician, Mark is deeply committed to education and mentorship. He has served as the chairman of Create Now!, a nonprofit focused on mentoring at-risk youth through creative arts, and has worked with organizations like Ronald McDonald House and the Teenage Cancer Trust. A passionate educator, Mark has taught at the Los Angeles Music Academy and is one of the most sought-after drum clinicians globally. Mark’s impact also extends to the recording studio, where he’s a music producer, trained audio engineer, and co-owner of West Triad Recording Studio in Venice, California. His Signature Snare Drum has become one of GRETSCH’s best-selling products. Mark’s career is an inspiring story of transformation, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, both on and off the stage. TOPICS Motivational Entertainment. Employee Engagement. Attitude Transformation. Teamwork/Teambuilding. Innovation/Creativity. Peak Performance. HACKING THE ROCKSTAR ATTITUDE: Igniting Your Inner Rockstar for a Mental and Emotional Edge in Work and in Life. Create YOUR World-Class Band: Master Team Performance with Real Rockstar Edge HACKING THE ROCKSTAR BRAIN: Intersecting Rock and Roll with Simple Neuroscience To Elevate Confidence and Swagger for World-Class Performance The Team Performance Experience (event add-on or stand alone experience) BOOKS Conquering Life’s Stage Fright: Three Steps to Top Performance The Attitude Equation: Rockstars in All Fields Share Their Secret Attitudes PAST CLIENTS McDonald’s WhataBurger Equitable Axon Microsoft – Xbox Re/Max Notre Dame BCBS National Alcohol Beverage Control Association The Channel Company Takeda Dell
- Curt Steinhorst
Distraction Expert Curt Steinhorst Distraction Expert Curt Steinhorst is on a mission to help today’s workforce overcome the battle against digital distractions. With years of research into the impact of technology on human behavior, he equips professionals to work smarter and stronger in our constantly-connected world. A leading authority on strategic communications in the age of distraction, Curt speaks over 90 times a year to organizations worldwide. His clients include more than ten Fortune 100 companies, global leadership associations such as YPO, EO, and Million Dollar Roundtable, as well as professional sports teams and even Taylor Swift’s record label. As the founder of FocusWise, Curt deeply understands the negative impact of poor focus on today’s workplace. Diagnosed with ADD as a child, he has worked tirelessly to manage the unique distractions posed by modern technology. As a father, Curt is also keenly aware of how digital connectivity affects people of all ages. Curt’s gift for capturing large audiences’ attention emerged early, as he was elected President of his 10,000-member class at Texas A&M University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He has since become a sought-after speaking coach and speechwriter for top performers, including executives, TV personalities, TED Talk presenters, NFL Hall of Famers, Olympic gold medalists, and Heisman Trophy winners. Curt is the founder of Promentum Group, a communications consultancy, and is currently working on his first book. TOPICS Thriving in the Age of Distraction Becoming a Focus-Wise Leader Reaching the Distracted Customer Smarter Communication in the Age of Distraction Enemies of Successful Communication PAST CLIENTS Travelodge Big Machine Label Group Susan G. Komen Saputo Foods Ganassi Racing Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Texas A&M University Slingshot Advertising Agency Young Presidents’ Organization Entrepreneur’s Organization Aspen Skiing Company Visit Denver Transformers Association Greystar Real Estate
- Johnny Bench
National Baseball Hall of Famer, 14-Time MLB All-Star & 2-Time World Series Champion; Former Catcher for the Cincinnati Reds Johnny Bench National Baseball Hall of Famer, 14-Time MLB All-Star & 2-Time World Series Champion; Former Catcher for the Cincinnati Reds Johnny Bench, raised in the tiny town of Binger, Okla., was taught catching at an early age by his father. Making his major league debut in 1967 at the age of 19, he would go on to play his entire 17-year big league career (1967-83) with the Reds, rewriting the standards for catchers. As the leader of Cincinnati’s Big Red Machine of the 1970s, in which he helped the franchise to four National League pennants and two World Series titles, the rugged and durable Bench was a 10-time Gold Glove Award winner as the result of his skilled handling of pitchers, unparalleled defensive skills, and a lightning quick throwing arm that would intimidate would-be base runners. He led the NL in caught stealing percentage three times and putouts twice. Bench also provided a potent bat, hitting 389 home runs and leading the league in RBI three times and homers twice. Highly honored during his career, Bench won the 1968 NL Rookie of the Year, was a two-time NL MVP (1970 and 1972) and 14-time All-Star. He won the 1976 World Series MVP Award as the Reds completed their back-to-back run of titles. Bench was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1989. BOOKS The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Baseball Baseball’s Best Shots Catch You Later: The Autobiography of Johnny Bench From behind the plate Catch Every Ball: How to Handle Life’s Pitches Catching and Power Drawing the Big Red Machine
- Tim Durkin
Working with clinical and non-clinical staff for better patient outcomes Tim Durkin Working with clinical and non-clinical staff for better patient outcomes Tim Durkin is a leadership expert dedicated to helping organizations develop alpha-level leaders who can go beyond potential and deliver exceptional performance, especially during times of uncertainty and volatility. As Gartner—one of the world’s leading technology and advisory firms—forecasts, 75% of organizations will face a crisis in the next 18-24 months, with 80% of them potentially going out of business within two years. This sobering reality highlights the importance of not just training leaders, but developing them to thrive in an unpredictable, high-pressure environment. Tim’s Alpha-Level Leadership programs have empowered thousands of leaders to perform and lead with confidence in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. These programs focus on building mental management capabilities to help leaders perform under pressure, make quick decisions, and drive results, even when facing uncertainty. As organizations face increasing complexity and unpredictability, Tim’s expertise equips leaders with the skills and mindset needed to navigate the future and not just survive, but thrive, in challenging times. TOPICS Moving From Promise to Performance Thriving on Change Healthcare Need Not Be a Stress Rehearsal BOOKS Moving From Promise to Performance PAST CLIENTS GE Ford UT Southwestern Medical Texas Health Resources Adventist Hospital Baxter Abbot Alcon American Otolaryngology Association American Association of Orthopedic Executives Case Management Society of America (CMSA) Medical Group Management Association MGMA
- Paul J. Long
Connecting the Workplace and Life Through F.U.N. Paul J. Long Connecting the Workplace and Life Through F.U.N. What’s GOOD?! How do today’s best companies accelerate business results? By engaging their employees, celebrating all that’s GOOD, and creating a culture of experience that inspires their workforce to cultivate joy, fun, and fulfillment. Paul J. Long travels the world delivering high-content keynotes and training to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and trade associations. His engaging, inspirational, and high-energy style is unlike any speaker you’ve experienced before. Paul’s thought-provoking content, tactical solutions for growth, and humor that rivals that of a stand-up comedian consistently generate outstanding feedback from participants. His Fundamism concept has been proven to reduce attrition, attract great talent, improve customer experience, and drive employee engagement. Paul excels not only in discussing operational growth theory but also in putting his FUNdamentals into practice, drawing from his 10+ years of corporate leadership experience. Paul is the author of Fundamism: Connecting to Life Through F.U.N ., which guides readers on how to live a life, at work and at home, with fun, joy, and fulfillment as the driving force. The book offers a blend of Paul’s entertaining real-life stories, research-based recommendations, and practical exercises. Paul challenges audiences to move beyond traditional avenues of happiness, money, title, and status, and instead develop their own core values that create fulfillment both at work and at home. TOPICS Culture by Design – Practical “brain pattern interrupt” techniques to help leaders and teams shift from problems to possibilities, create meaningful connections, and build thriving workplace cultures. Beyond Satisfaction – How to deliver unforgettable customer experiences that drive loyalty, word-of-mouth referrals, and lasting impact by making people feel truly seen and valued. The Unforgettable Leader – A powerful framework for building teams no one wants to leave, focusing on trust, connection, and energizing people through deliberate leadership choices. BOOKS Fundamism: Connecting to Life Through F.U.N. PAST CLIENTS McKesson Corporation Farm Bureau Uline Sysco Blue Cross Blue Shield SIRVA Allstate PayPal National Alliance on Mental Illness State Bankers Association MGMA SNAP Finance
- Dan Marino
NFL Legend, record-setter, quarterback icon, redefining the art of the pass Dan Marino NFL Legend, record-setter, quarterback icon, redefining the art of the pass A first-round draft pick by the Miami Dolphins in 1983, Marino became an instant NFL sensation, setting the standard for quarterback excellence. He became the only rookie quarterback ever to be selected to the Pro Bowl (1983) and was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in his second season (1984). The nine-time Pro Bowler (1983-87, 1991-92, 1994-95) played in 18 playoff games and led the Dolphins to the Super Bowl in 1985 against San Francisco. Dan won the Dolphins' MVP Award 12 times, and the team has since named the award after him. In the 1984 season alone, he completed an incredible 48 touchdown passes and had the most prolific season by a passer in NFL history, with 5,084 yards. Upon retirement, Dan held 25 NFL regular-season quarterback records and was tied for five others, quarterbacked Miami for 17 years, and positioned the Dolphins as perennial championship contenders throughout his career. One of three players ever to do so, he twice won the Dolphins' Community Service Award (1996 and 1998) and was named the NFL Man of the Year in 1998. Dan was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2005 and in 2010 he was ranked number 25 on the NFL's Top 100 Greatest Players list. Dan Marino continued to stay close to the game and joined CBS Sports as a studio analyst for the CBS Television Network's NFL pre-game show, THE NFL TODAY for 12 years. Along with CBS Dan has developed equity partnerships in numerous business ventures including Nutrisystem, 3Cinteractive, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, Modernizing Medicine, and Universal Insurance to name a few. Dan currently is an Executive Advisor to the Owner and CEO of the Miami Dolphins. Dan attended the University of Pittsburgh, where he played football and earned a degree in communications. In 2008, he received an honorary doctorate degree in broadcast journalism from his Alma Mater. Inspired by experiences in raising his second son, Michael who has autism, Dan and his wife Claire became one of the first families to advocate for children with autism. Founding The Dan Marino Foundation in 1992, they have raised over $72 million to provide services and fund first of their kind initiatives including the Miami Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Center, the Marino Autism Research Institute, the DMF Jobs Development Program, and the Marino College. The Marino Campus provides an inclusive, supportive and welcoming atmosphere where young adults can experience success, learn vital life skills, and most importantly, gain independence. Born September 15, 1961, in Pittsburgh, Marino and his wife Claire, parents of 6 children, now live in South Florida. TOPICS Leadership & Teamwork Overcoming Adversity Legacy & Peak Performance Life After Football PAST CLIENTS The Wingman Group Compass Media WalkMe Corporation Salvation Army El Paso American Utilities Service Association (AUSA) Bill Shaffer Anniversary Dinner Circle K Crowne Dallas Area Compliance Association Heinrich Marketing KTVT CBS KPEJ Fox 24 Land Title Association of Arizona Shermco The Widow’s Journey River Spirit Casino Special Olympics
- David Horsager, MA, CSP
Business Strategist and National Bestselling author of The trust Edge David Horsager, MA, CSP Business Strategist and National Bestselling author of The trust Edge David Horsager, MA, CSP, is a business strategist, national bestselling author, and recognized expert in trust, a key element for achieving faster results, deeper relationships, and a stronger bottom line. His groundbreaking book, The Trust Edge: How Top Leaders Gain Faster Results, Deeper Relationships, and a Stronger Bottom Line , has made a significant impact in the business world and has earned him widespread acclaim. His thought leadership has been featured in top-tier publications such as Fast Company, Forbes, The Huffington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. David’s powerful insights on trust have led him to deliver life-changing presentations to organizations and leaders across five continents. His clients span an impressive range, from global corporations like Wells Fargo and Goodyear to sports giants such as the New York Yankees, as well as government agencies like the Department of Homeland Security. With over two decades of experience in teaching and coaching leaders on how to build trust at all levels, David is a sought-after speaker and consultant, helping organizations unlock their potential through the science of trust. His Trust Edge Framework has become a game-changer for leaders looking to improve performance, collaboration, and resilience within their teams. David’s work has also contributed to numerous initiatives, providing organizations with actionable tools and strategies for building trust and leveraging it to achieve measurable success. His resources, including articles, tools, and a wealth of free materials, can be found at www.DavidHorsager.com and www.TheTrustEdge.com . TOPICS The Trust Edge: What Top Leaders Have and 8 Pillars to Build It Yourself BOOKS The Trust Edge: How Top Leaders Gain Faster Results, Deeper Relationships, and a Stronger Bottom Line The Daily Edge: Simple Strategies to Increase Efficiency and Make an Impact Every Day (pub date: Oct 5, 2015) PAST CLIENTS Wells Fargo New York Yankees Fedex Department of Homeland Security Goodyear Proctor & Gamble John Deere Honeywell AMERICAN EXPRESS INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP 3M ING
- Steve Sax
Motivational and Inspirational Speaker Steve Sax Motivational and Inspirational Speaker Steve Sax is a former MLB All-Star and National League Rookie of the Year (1982) whose 18-year baseball career left an indelible mark. Known for his intensity and toughness, Steve played second base with the Los Angeles Dodgers, contributing to two World Series victories. He later played for the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Oakland A’s before retiring in 1994. After baseball, Steve transitioned to broadcasting, offering expert commentary on ESPN and Fox Sports Prime Time. He also became a media personality, appearing on shows like Good Morning America, Howard Stern, and Late Night with David Letterman. Steve’s insights on personal responsibility were published in the Wall Street Journal and praised by the President of the United States. Born in Sacramento, CA in 1960, Steve grew up in a competitive family of five siblings. A skilled athlete, he holds black belts in Shotokan karate and kickboxing. After baseball, Steve applied his drive and leadership to the financial sector, serving as Vice President of Investments at Royal Bank of Canada and later authoring Shift , a motivational book endorsed by Donald Trump. Steve returned to baseball in 2013 as first base coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks and is an active member of the National Speakers Association. He has two children, Lauren and John. BOOKS SHIFT – Change Your Mindset and You Change Your World PAST CLIENTS Royal Bank of Canada Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi Principal Financial Group Posey Medical Hess Corporation TMEPA Forescout International Intl Auto Body Marketing Group N California Assoc of Realtors Nevada Assoc of Realtors National Conference of State Legislatures
- Sara Canady
Leadership, Presence, Results Sara Canady Leadership, Presence, Results A rare blend of analytical entrepreneur and perceptive warmth, Sara Canaday has a unique gift for helping high-potential professionals achieve their best. Sara began her journey working full-time while earning an MBA. As she climbed the ladder of corporate America, she repeatedly observed a surprising phenomenon: the most successful people weren’t necessarily the ones with the highest IQ or best job skills. She recognized, instead, that career advancement was much more closely linked to how people applied their knowledge and talents — their capacity to collaborate, communicate, and influence others. Because of this revelation early on, Sara developed an uncanny ability to pinpoint the pivotal attributes that could make or break a career, and she was able to convey that information in a compassionately candid way. Colleagues, subordinates, and superiors alike frequently approached Sara for her advice on overcoming career hurdles and developing strategies to increase their personal market value. Despite reaching an executive position in operations with a major company, Sara realized that helping others maximize their career potential was truly her life’s work. Today, Sara is happily fulfilling that commitment as a speaker , consultant, coach , author, and owner of her rapidly growing firm, Sara Canaday & Associates. Her firm has given her the opportunity to mentor and support thousands of people in diverse situations, inspiring many of them to move from insight to action with dramatic career results. Sara lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Brandon; her daughter, Taylor; and her son, Cole. She proudly follows the same advice she shares with her clients: be honest with yourself, never stop finding ways to improve, and — if all else fails — head to Starbucks for a Double Mocha Latte with extra whipped cream. TOPICS You – According To Them Uncover the blind spots that could be sabotaging your success Strategic Personal Branding Accelerate your career by communicating your value with 3-D impact Leadership Presence Optimize your influence by making subtle yet powerful changes Leading with Emotional Intelligence Learn how to incorporate the behaviors of the world’s most effective leaders Power, Presence & Prosperity for Women Develop the attributes and attitude to fuel your professional advancement BOOKS You – According To Them: Uncovering The Blind Spots That Impact Your Reputation and Your Career Career Acceleration: Speed Up Your Success with Strategic Personal Branding PAST CLIENTS Allstate Applied Materials Austin Board of Realtors Charles Schwab Dell Deloitte Executive Women in Texas Government Freeman IBM Global Services MBA Women’s International Association MPI (Meeting Professionals International) Texas Society of Association Executives USAA VMware
- Michelle Gielan
Bestselling Author, Researcher Michelle Gielan Bestselling Author, Researcher Michelle Gielan is a bestselling author and one of the Top 10 authors on resilience as named by the Harvard Business Review. She is the founder of the Institute for Applied Positive Research and holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Michelle's groundbreaking work is centered on the science of positive change. She is the author of Broadcasting Happiness: The Science of Igniting and Sustaining Positive Change , a book that has been widely acclaimed for its innovative approach to leveraging positivity in both personal and professional settings. In addition to her writing, Michelle is an Executive Producer of the PBS special The Happiness Advantage , and she serves as a featured professor in Oprah’s Happiness Course , where she shares insights on happiness and resilience with a global audience. Prior to her work in positive psychology, Michelle served as the anchor of The CBS Morning News , where she witnessed firsthand the impact of media on mindset and behavior. Her research on the power of positivity and resilience has been featured in major media outlets including The Washington Post, FORBES, The TODAY Show, and The New York Times. Through her research, speaking, and leadership at the Institute for Applied Positive Research, Michelle is helping individuals and organizations worldwide harness the power of positive thinking to create lasting, meaningful change. TOPICS Resilient to the Core: How to Improve Your Default Response to Stress to Boost Performance & Happiness The Optimism Quotient: Changing our Mindset, Fueling Success Communicating Greatness: The Science of Positive Authentic Female Leadership Broadcasting Happiness: Creating Success through Positive Engagement BOOKS Broadcasting Happiness: The Science of Igniting and Sustaining Positive Change Resilience, published by Harvard Business Review PAST CLIENTS Google Microsoft 3M Charles Schwab Bank of America YPO Harvard Paypal HP Marriott Boston Children’s Hospital Boston Consulting Group
- Jeff Saturday
NFL Analyst Jeff Saturday NFL Analyst Super Bowl champion and six-time Pro Bowl center Jeff Saturday joined ESPN in July 2013. The 14-year NFL veteran regularly appears on NFL Live, Get Up, SportsCenter and contributes to other ESPN platforms. In November 2022, Saturday was named interim head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, a position he held for the remainder of the 2022-23 NFL season. Saturday returned to ESPN at the beginning of the 2023-24 season. Saturday’s NFL career spanned 13 years with the Indianapolis Colts (1999-2011) and one year with the Green Bay Packers (2012). Though he entered the league as an undrafted free agent, Saturday was a fixture on the Colts teams that won Super Bowl XLI and represented the AFC in Super Bowl XLIV. The Sporting News named him to the NFL All-Decade Team (2000-09) and he achieved first-team All-Pro honors twice (2005, 2007). Over a decade-long period with the Colts, Saturday anchored an offensive line that allowed the fewest sacks in the league (242), and his 132 career wins as a Colt are second only to Peyton Manning (141) in franchise history. Together, Saturday and Manning started an NFL record 172 games as a center-quarterback duo. In addition to teaming with the four-time NFL MVP quarterback in Indianapolis, Saturday played his final season under center with 2011 NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay. He earned his sixth Pro Bowl appearance there and helped the Packers win the NFC North. Following the 2012 season, Saturday signed a one-day contract with Indianapolis to officially retire as a Colt. He was inducted into the Colts Ring of Honor in 2015. Saturday was a member of the Executive Committee of the National Football League Players’ Association as a player. In 2011, he was instrumental in negotiating the long-term Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the NFL and NFLPA that ended the NFL lockout. A native of Atlanta, Ga., Saturday attended the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill where he earned a degree in business. The two-year captain and four-year letterman (1994-97) was named to the All-ACC first-team at center in 1996 and 1997, as well as the conference’s All-Academic team in 1997. An active member of his community and a contributor to numerous charitable endeavors, Saturday supports Kids’ Voice of Indiana, People’s Burn Foundation of Indiana, the Riley Hospital for Children and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Saturday and his wife, Karen, have three children: Jeffrey, Savannah and Joshua.
- Sherene McHenry
The People IQ Expert Sherene McHenry The People IQ Expert Dr. Sherene McHenry, known as The People IQ Expert, is a dynamic speaker, author, and former graduate professor. With a Bachelor’s in Business Management from Wingate University, a Master’s of Education from The University of South Carolina, and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Wyoming, Dr. McHenry empowers audiences to enhance engagement, productivity, and purpose in both personal and professional settings. Dr. McHenry has spoken extensively across North America, as well as in South America and Asia, delivering transformative insights to diverse groups. As an author, she has written several impactful books, including Navigate: Understanding the Five Types of People, Pick: Choose to Create A Life You Love, 7 Ways to Get Your Team Fully Empowered and Engaged , and The Busy Student’s Guide to College and Career Success . She has also contributed to multiple journal articles and a syndicated magazine column focused on leadership and interpersonal issues in the workplace. A Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Dr. McHenry is an active member of the National Speakers Association and served as past president of the Michigan chapter. Through her expertise and engaging presentations, Dr. McHenry helps individuals and teams increase collaboration, empowerment, and effectiveness, fostering environments where people thrive and succeed. TOPICS Rock Your Engagement: Leading the 5 Types of People Super Size Your Success Generate Exceptional Motivation and Success Stop Walking On Egg Shells: Address Issues. Resolve Conflict. Protect Relationships BOOKS Navigate: Understanding the Five Types of People (2nd ed.) Pick Choose to Create A Life You Love (has been utilized in multiple college’s advanced communications courses as it addresses conflict resolution and other skills for advocating for oneself and others) The Busy Student’s Guide to College and Career Success (3rd ed.) (Text book that is out of print) PAST CLIENTS PricewaterhouseCoopers Novolex Accenture National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies Plante Moran Insurance Accounting and Systems Association YPO American Counseling Association American Bankers Association Association of General Contractors National Association of Residential Property Owners True Value
- Mike Lipkin
Researched motivation & persuasion Mike Lipkin Researched motivation & persuasion Mike Lipkin is the president of Environics/Lipkin, The Motivation Company, part of the Environics Research Group—one of Canada’s leading research houses. He is also one of Canada’s preeminent speakers. Last year, Mike delivered 150 seminars to more than 100,000 people across 19 countries. His mission is to provide people with the insights that inspire them to take powerful action. The distinctions he has earned from speaking to over a million people in 43 countries since July 1993, combined with insights from the celebrated Environics Social Values research, allow him to offer clients the best of all worlds: a powerful blend of ideas and principles that help them achieve extraordinary results. TOPICS Personal Alchemy – How to Create the Chemistry for Success with Anyone, Anywhere, Any Time One Life, One Meeting – How to Build Preeminence One Conversation at a Time The Ten Traits of Vital Leaders Live Above The Line – Lipkin’s Ten Laws for Sales and Service Preeminence Keeper of The Flame – How to Inspire Others on the Cusp of Change BOOKS One Life, One Meeting – How to Build Preeminence One Conversation at a Time Keeper of the Flame – How to Inspire Others on the Cusp of Change Live Above the Line PAST CLIENTS Deloitte Scotiabank BMW Group Enbridge Pfizer Texas Society of Association Executives American Staffing Association Wells Fargo Canada Goose General Mills Re/Max University of Manitoba
- Jimmy Johnson
Hall of Famer, Former Player, Coach, Executive, and AP NFL Coach of the Year, Analyst for Fox NFL Sunday Jimmy Johnson Hall of Famer, Former Player, Coach, Executive, and AP NFL Coach of the Year, Analyst for Fox NFL Sunday Jimmy Johnson is a Pro Football Hall of Famer, FOX NFL SUNDAY analyst, and one of the most respected figures in both NFL and college football coaching history. As a key member of the FOX NFL SUNDAY team alongside Curt Menefee, Terry Bradshaw, Howie Long, and Michael Strahan, Jimmy brings decades of football expertise and insights to millions of fans every Sunday. Inducted into the 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class, Jimmy is widely regarded for his legendary tenure as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, where he orchestrated back-to-back Super Bowl victories in Super Bowl XXVII and Super Bowl XXVIII. As the Cowboys' head coach from 1989 to 1994, he led the team to a dominant period of success, winning NFL Coach of the Year honors in three of his final four seasons, including a franchise-record 13 regular-season victories in 1992. Under his leadership, the Cowboys posted a 50-22 regular-season record and went 7-1 in postseason play. Jimmy’s coaching legacy extends beyond the NFL. He also won a College Football National Championship with the University of Miami in 1987, where he coached for five seasons, compiling a 52-9 record, two Orange Bowl titles, and two No. 2 national rankings. Notably, Jimmy became the first coach in history to win both a Super Bowl and a National Championship, a feat later matched by Barry Switzer. His coaching journey began in 1965 as a defensive line coach at Louisiana Tech, before moving on to Wichita State, Iowa State, Oklahoma, and Pittsburgh. In 1979, Jimmy became head coach at Oklahoma State, where he posted a 29-25 record and led the team to two bowl appearances. After his historic run with the Cowboys, Jimmy was named head coach and general manager of the Miami Dolphins in 1996, succeeding the legendary Don Shula. Over four seasons, Jimmy guided the Dolphins to three playoff berths, compiling a 36-28 regular-season record and a 2-3 mark in the postseason. He retired from coaching in 2000, with an 80-64 career record in the NFL and a 9-4 postseason record. Following his coaching career, Jimmy transitioned to a long and successful career in broadcasting, joining FOX Sports as an analyst on the FOX NFL SUNDAY pregame show. His impact on the network was significant, contributing to the show's induction into the National Association of Broadcasters' (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2019. Jimmy Johnson’s legacy as a two-time Super Bowl champion coach, national championship-winning collegiate coach, and Hall of Fame inductee has solidified him as one of football’s greatest minds. His ability to connect with fans and share his unparalleled football wisdom makes him a revered figure both on and off the field. BOOKS Swagger: Super Bowls, Brass Balls, and Footballs–A Memoir Turning the Thing Around: My Life in Football
- Tony Brigmon
Ambassador of FUN! Speaker – Author – Emcee Tony Brigmon Ambassador of FUN! Speaker – Author – Emcee Tony Brigmon is a party animal. He’s been known to stay up well past nine o’clock drinking root beer and telling G-rated jokes. Sure, the neighbors complain, but that doesn’t stop him. Because Tony is serious about having fun. Serious fun, with serious results. As a result of his questionable spelling skills, Tony learned at an early age that his name spelled backward is “YNOT.” As in, “YNOT take a closer look at his book?” Or “YNOT smile when you should be crying?” Tony was a Southwest Airlines “Insider” and the former “face” of their renowned culture as their official “Ambassador of Fun” in the 1980s. At Southwest Airlines, “fun” was the power of “positivity” that helped catapult a small carrier into a force that changed the airline industry. Today, Tony is a popular speaker, emcee, and author of The FUNomenal™ Workplace . (FUNomenal™ is pronounced the same as phenomenal but it’s a lot more FUN.) Former CEO of Southwest Airlines Howard Putnam says: “Tony Brigmon was our Ambassador of FUN at Southwest Airlines when I was CEO. Tony is a dynamic speaker, author, and musician and has a gift for looking at life in a fun way and capturing ideas in a manner that sticks.” Tony’s friends say that no one should have so much fun while sober. Tony’s wife said she has had about all the cheerfulness she can stand. “Fun” transformed this author’s work and life. YNOT discover if the serious power of fun can transform the next 30 seconds of your day or 30 years of your life? Let’s create YOUR FUNOMENAL™ Workplace experience. YNOT arrange to have Tony Brigmon teach you and your team how the power of fun can help you get more done, bring out the best in everyone, and make you irresistibly attractive in your communication with others? You can do this. So, YNOT? TOPICS The FUN-omenal™ Workplace: “Energizing People & Culture With the Positive Power Of FUN!” The FUN-omenal™ Way: Proven Principles to Help You Not Just Survive but Prevail Through Any Challenge!” FUN-omenal™ Leadership: “How To Lead Self, Lead Others, And Lead the Business” FUN-omenal™ CARE: Caring for Self, Internal Customers, and External Customers!“The CARE Principle!” FUN-omenal™ Stress Management: “The Power of Positivity to Boost Happiness and Manage Stress!” FUN-omenal™ Messages: “Fun Title – Your Messages”(Tony creates a tailored presentation for your organization based on inside Information provided by you) BOOKS “The FUNomenal™ Workplace — Energizing People and Culture With the Positive Power of FUN!” FUNomenal™ is Tony Brigmon’s brand. It is pronounced the same as “phenomenal.” Google defines “phenomenal” as “very remarkable; extraordinary.” Tony defines “FUNomenal™” as “WAY better than phenomenal; funtastic, funtabulous, best of the best.” And Tony says, “You can be FUNomenal™, too!” PAST CLIENTS Southwest Airlines Shell Sprint, University of California Davis Lockheed Martin, Sterling Chemicals, St. Luke’s Hospital Ryland Homes, Tesoro, GVTV, First Bank, USAL Over 1700 othersSouthwest Airlines Shell Sprint, University of California Davis Lockheed Martin, Sterling Chemicals, St. Luke’s Hospital Ryland Homes, Tesoro, GVTV, First Bank, USAL Over 1700 others
- CONNECT | LST Speakers Talent
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- Victoria Arlen
TV Host, Gold Medalist, Author, Speaker, Founder Victoria Arlen TV Host, Gold Medalist, Author, Speaker, Founder Victoria Arlen’s life drastically changed in 2006 at the tender age of eleven when she developed two rare conditions known as Transverse Myelitis and Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis. This was an incredibly rare scenario, and Victoria quickly lost the ability to speak, eat, walk, and move. She slipped into a vegetative state, in which doctors had written her off as a lost cause. Victoria spent nearly four years “locked” inside her own body, completely aware of what was going on but unable to move or communicate. Doctors believed there was little hope of survival and recovery was unlikely. Victoria, however was not ready to give up. Instead of writing her obituary, she wrote a bucket list of the things she would achieve when she survived. In 2010, after almost four years she began the nearly impossible fight back to life - learning how to speak, eat and move all over again. Victoria went on to defy the odds and not only recovered but has since become an accomplished Motivational Speaker, Television Host, Philanthropist, Writer and Swimmer. Her swimming resume includes three silvers and one gold medal from the London 2012 Games, as well as multiple World, American, and Pan American Records. In April 2015, Victoria made the transition from professional athlete to sportscaster and joined ESPN at the age of twenty, becoming one of the youngest on-air talents hired by the company. She reports and hosts across all platforms including Sportscenter , First Take , NFL Live , This Just In , X Games , College Football Live , Sportscenter on Snapchat , Sportscenter Global , College Gameday All Access , and Special Olympics to name a few. In the Spring of 2016, Victoria defied yet another odd and after spending a decade in a wheelchair paralyzed from the waist down was able to learn how to take one step after another and eventually not only did she learn how to walk but within a year and a half in the Fall of 2017, she learned to dance as a contestant on Season 25 of Dancing with the Stars placing in the top five. Victoria is also the founder and co- chair of Victoria’s Victory Foundation, a nonprofit that assists those with mobility challenges. Since 2017, VVF has given out over half a million dollars in scholarship funds to those who need it most. Victoria’s book titled Locked In hit stores worldwide in August of 2018 as well as her 30 for 30 titled Locked In , which Victoria narrated and produced. Victoria continues to share her story on various speaking tours throughout the world. TOPICS Restoring from Rock Bottom The Power of Gratitude All it takes is a Blink Face it, Embrace it, Defy it, Conquer it BOOKS Locked In
- Steve Rizzo
The World’s Funniest Motivational Business Speaker Steve Rizzo The World’s Funniest Motivational Business Speaker Steve Rizzo, also known as the Attitude Adjuster, has the power to change the way you think and feel. Whether through his engaging keynote speeches, seminars, or books, Steve leaves his audiences with a transformed perspective. A personal development expert, comedian, motivational speaker, and author, Steve’s ability to blend humor and powerful insights has made him a beloved figure in the speaking world. His PBS special reached millions of homes, and he has earned a prestigious spot in the Speakers Hall of Fame, an honor awarded to fewer than 200 speakers worldwide since 1977. Before becoming a sought-after speaker, Steve enjoyed great success as a comedian, performing alongside legends like Jerry Seinfeld, Rodney Dangerfield, Eddie Murphy, and Ellen DeGeneres. He was even named a Showtime Comedy Allstar, cementing his place in the comedy world. However, rather than continuing to chase standing ovations on the comedy stage, Steve made a bold choice: to pivot toward a deeper, more fulfilling purpose. Trading in his microphone for life-changing messages, Steve now delivers transformational speeches that challenge audiences to shift their focus, find new enthusiasm, boost productivity, and achieve unprecedented success. Don’t let the laughter fool you—Steve’s approach to motivation is both entertaining and life-altering, helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential with every word he shares. TOPICS Get Your SHIFT Together…Start Each Day with an Unstoppable Attitude to Succeed Emcee Extraordinaire After Dinner Winner BOOKS Get Your SHIFT Together PAST CLIENTS American Express MetLife Liberty Mutual American Airlines Marriott Bass Pro Shops Pfizer Dunkin Doughnuts Sherwin Williams Microsoft Sun Life Financial Hyatt
- Meredith Oliver, CSP
FANtastic Meetings & Events Start Here! Meredith Oliver, CSP FANtastic Meetings & Events Start Here! Meredith Oliver, CSP, is a dynamic sales, marketing, and personal transformation strategist. As the cofounder and Chief FANgelist™ of Meredith Communications, a digital marketing agency based in Raleigh, NC, she helps businesses elevate their customer engagement and drive results through innovative marketing strategies. Meredith holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Technology and is the author of three books: Click Power, FANtastic Marketing, and FANtastic Selling. A Certified Speaking Professional® (CSP), the highest designation awarded by the National Speakers Association, Meredith has 17 years of experience speaking at top trade shows and conferences, including the International Builders’ Show, National Auto Dealers Annual Conference, MozCon, High Five Conference, and the Volkswagen National After Sales Conference. For more on her work, visit MeredithSpeaks.com , follow her digital marketing insights on Twitter (@MeredithCSP), or check out her fabulous high-heel shoe collection on Instagram (@MeredithsShoes22). TOPICS FANtastic: Become Superfans of Your Fans & Unleash Unlimited Growth REFRAME: The Power of Vulnerability to Unlock Peak Performance FANtastic Marketing: Drive More Website Traffic, Increase Lead Generation, and Boost Sales FANtastic Selling: The Undeniable Traits of Rock-Star, Quota-Busting, Top-Producing Sales Leaders BOOKS FANtastic Marketing: Leverage Your Fan Factor, Build a Blockbuster Brand, Score New Customers, and Wipe Out the Competition FANtastic Selling: The 10 Undeniable Traits of Rock-Star, Top-Producing, Quota-Busting Salespeople Click Power: The Proven System Home Builders Use To Drive More Traffic, Leads, and Sales PAST CLIENTS International Builders’ Show MozCon American Marketing Association Leadership Conference Volkswagen National After Sales Conference National Automobile Dealers Annual Conference and Expo North Carolina Auto Dealers Smart Meetings Magazine North Carolina Association of Realtors American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Lennar Homes Virginia Society of Association Executives
- Matt Tenney
Developing highly effective leaders who serve and inspire greatness in others. Matt Tenney Developing highly effective leaders who serve and inspire greatness in others. Matt Tenney is a social entrepreneur and the author of Serve to Be Great: Leadership Lessons from a Prison, a Monastery, and a Boardroom . He is also an international keynote speaker, trainer, and consultant with the prestigious Perth Leadership Institute, whose clients include numerous Fortune 500 companies. Matt works with companies, associations, universities, and non-profits to develop highly effective leaders who achieve lasting success by focusing on serving and inspiring greatness in the people around them. He envisions a world where the vast majority of people realize that effectively serving others is the key to true greatness. When he’s not traveling for speaking engagements, he can often be found in Nashville, TN. TOPICS Beginner’s Mind: The Ultimate Habit for Success Serve to Be Great: How Being Selfless Will Help You Sell the Roof Off Ethical Enlightenment: Insights on Ethics from a Prison, a Monastery, and a Boardroom Serve to Be Great: Leadership Lessons from a Prison, a Monastery, and a Boardroom BOOKS Serve to Be Great: Leadership Lessons from a Prison, a Monastery, and a Boardroom PAST CLIENTS Wells Fargo (as of early January) Givaudan (as of early December) CUNA EKS&H IAR CHPA NAWDP MPI FPPTA GSAE PCMA
- Michael Spehn
Unforgettable Keynotes That Empower, Entertain, and Educate Your Audience Michael Spehn Unforgettable Keynotes That Empower, Entertain, and Educate Your Audience Michael is the author of the NY Times Bestselling book, The Color of Rain , which was adapted into the highest-rated Hallmark movie in history. He is also the co-founder of the New Day Foundation for Families, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families battling cancer. In 2023, Michael delivered a TEDx talk on the powerful topic of agape love. A seasoned media personality, Michael was a contributing editor for Home Life Magazine and co-host of the Your Family Matters radio show on the Salem Broadcasting Network. He has made numerous appearances on major media outlets, including The Today Show, ABC World News, Huckabee, Fox News, Home and Family, the Hugh Hewitt Show, and various radio programs. Before transitioning to his current roles, Michael honed his creative and business skills at The Second City Theater in Chicago, where he trained under comedy legends such as Del Close, Martin DeMaat, and Jo Forsberg. There, he learned how to cultivate a “Yes, and” mindset—a principle that continues to influence his business approach. Michael spent the majority of his professional career in consulting and finance, partnering with prominent organizations like Anheuser-Busch, The Dwyer Group, Nordick Franchising, Thrivent, Allstate, and Equitable Advisors. An avid golfer and a reluctant pickleball player, Michael believes that March Madness and any game at Wrigley Field are the pinnacle of sports. He also dedicated over 30 years to coaching high school basketball in both California and Michigan. Michael and his wife Gina are the proud parents of five grown children. TOPICS Live Generously Trophy Case The Fairness Metric BOOKS The Color of Rain (Harper Collins/Zondervan) The Little Book of Generosity (coming 2024) PAST CLIENTS United States Army Edward Jones Advisors Bsp Law Healthquest Shift Digital Rochester Community Schools Thrivent Financial Open Table University Of Pennsylvania Equitable Advisors Allstate Man-up Leadership Retreat
- Tim Tebow
Heisman Trophy-winning QB, Media Icon, Best-selling Author, and Believer Tim Tebow Heisman Trophy-winning QB, Media Icon, Best-selling Author, and Believer Timothy Richard Tebow, born August 14, 1987, in Makati, the Philippines, to missionary parents Bob and Pam Tebow, is an American professional baseball player, former professional football player, three-time New York Times best-selling author, international speaker, and ESPN sports broadcaster. He played college football for the University of Florida, where in 2007 he became the first player to win the Heisman Trophy as a sophomore. Tim is also a two-time BCS National Champion. In the NFL, Tim played for the Denver Broncos, New York Jets, New England Patriots, and Philadelphia Eagles. He is currently playing baseball as an outfielder and designated hitter with the New York Mets MLB team. In 2010, Tebow was chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos and set an NFL record. He started the last three games of his rookie season and became the team’s full-time starting quarterback starting in the sixth game of 2011. Tebow was traded to the New York Jets during the offseason after the Broncos acquired free-agent quarterback Peyton Manning. After the 2012 season, he was released and spent the 2013 preseason with the New England Patriots. Tebow is a cultural icon with immense popularity, thanks to his personality and open devotion to faith. He is equally lauded for his work off the field. While still attending Florida, he worked on the “First and 15” program benefiting Uncle Dick’s Orphanage and later went on to create the Tim Tebow Foundation in 2010. The Foundation encompasses multiple philanthropic ventures that support children with life-threatening illnesses, orphan outreach, and the general encouragement of citizens to volunteer. BOOKS Shaken: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life’s Storms This Is the Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite Your Passion. Live Your Purpose. Through My Eyes Know Who You Are, Live Like It Matters Bronco and Friends: A Party to Remember Shaken: Young Reader’s Edition: Fighting to Stand Strong No Matter What Comes Your Way Shaken: Bible Study: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life's Storms Mission Possible: Go Create a Life That Counts Through My Eyes: A Quarterback’s Journey, Young Readers Edition Mission Possible: One-Year Devotional: 365 Days of Inspiration for Pursuing Your God-Given Purpose Mission Possible: Bible Study: Go Create a Life the Counts Bronco and Friends: Mission Possible Mission Possible: Devotional for Teens Mission Possible: Go Create a Life That Counts Rise: Believing in Yourself When Others Don’t
- Jim Carroll
Futurist, Trends & Innovation Expert. Author, columnist, nice guy Jim Carroll Futurist, Trends & Innovation Expert. Author, columnist, nice guy Acknowledged as one of the world’s leading global futurists, trends, and innovation experts with a massive global blue-chip client list, Jim Carroll helps transform growth-oriented organizations into high-velocity innovation heroes! He is recognized worldwide as a “thought leader” and authority on global trends, rapid business model change, business transformation in a period of economic uncertainty, and the necessity for fast-paced innovation. Jim has a track record of inspiring organizations to reframe the opportunity for innovation in the context of significant, transformative change. When the Walt Disney Corporation needed to inspire senior staff on the topics of innovation and creativity, they brought in Jim. The U.S. National Recreation and Parks Association had Jim open a conference for 4,000 recreation professionals to inspire them to reframe the context of recreation in the 21st century. The Swiss Innovation Forum featured Jim as their closing keynote speaker, delivering a message of the hope and opportunity that can come from being relentlessly focused on innovation. Even NASA has had Jim in to address a group that included several astronauts, directors of launch operations, flight engineers, and program managers, on the concept of “transformational leadership.” Jim Carroll is an author, columnist, media commentator, and consultant, with a focus on linking future trends to innovation and creativity. He has a 20-year track record in providing direct, independent guidance to a huge, diverse global client base, combined with a previous professional financial background, including 12 years with the world’s largest professional services firm. Jim provides high-energy keynotes for audiences of 5,000, or intimate, detailed, customized, strategic planning sessions for CEO/board/senior management meetings. He has researched key innovation success factors for dozens of associations, professions, companies, individuals, and industries including life sciences, health care, insurance, automotive, manufacturing, agriculture, technology, education, government, consumer products, retail, banking and countless others. His insight has been recently covered in the UK Telegraph, Dubai’s Capital Magazine and South Africa’s The Star newspaper. BusinessWeek named Jim as one of four leading sources for insight on innovation and creativity; he was a featured expert on the prime time CNBC series The Business of Innovation , hosted by Maria Bartiromo. Credit Suisse profiled Jim in their global customer publication Bulletin , noting that he provides “unique insight on growth.” Jim is also an author, with books including The Future Belongs To Those Who Are Fast, Ready, Set, Done: How to Innovate When Faster is the New Fast, and What I Learned From Frogs in Texas: Saving Your Skin with Forward Thinking Innovation . Jim is a graduate of the University of Toronto – Rotman Business School Directors Education Program, as his career path increasingly includes strategic guidance at the corporate Board level. TOPICS The Opportunity Horizon: Decoding Critical Trends to Future-Proof Your Business The AI Advantage: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Unprecedented Growth Leadership in the Era of Acceleration: Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast The Innovator’s Playbook: How to Drive Growth in Any Economic Climate BOOKS The Future Belongs to Those Who Are Fast What I Learned From Frogs in Texas: Saving Your Skin With Forward Thinking Innovation Ready, Set, Done: How to Innovate When Faster is the New Fast PAST CLIENTS Professional Golf Association of America National Australian Bank Lockheed Martin Yum! Brands Texas Credit Union League American Agriwoman Society Walt Disney Corporation Diners Club Worldwide Pfizer McKesson US Department of Defense World Congress on Quality
- TIffani Bova
Global Growth Evangelist TIffani Bova Global Growth Evangelist Tiffani Bova is the chief growth evangelist at Salesforce and the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book GROWTH IQ: Get Smarter About the Choices that Will Make or Break Your Business. Bova has been named to the latest Thinkers50’s list of the world’s top management thinkers and is a welcomed guest on Bloomberg, BNN, Cheddar, MSNBC, and Yahoo Finance, among others. She also contributes her thinking to publications including Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Diginomica, Quora, Thrive, Rotman School of Management and Duke Dialogue Review. She is a change-maker whose thought-provoking and forward-thinking insights have made her a frequent guest on a variety of industry-leading podcasts and live broadcasts. As host of What’s Next! with Tiffani Bova, an iTunes’ all-time business and management bestseller and a top sales podcast according to Top Sales Magazine, Bova has interviewed a growing number of exceptional individuals including Arianna Huffington, Chester Elton, Dan Pink, Ginger Hardage, Bonin Bough, Mark Victor Hansen, Seth Godin, and Tom Peters. Some of Tiffani’s engagements include Fortune 1000 and strategic clients such as AT&T, MassMutual, and Panasonic. Bova is a top Twitter influencer in Business Growth, Customer Experience, Digital Transformation, the Future of Work, and Sales. She was named one of Inc. Magazine’s 37 Sales Experts You Need to Follow on Twitter, a LinkedIn Top Sales Expert to follow in 2018, 2019 and 2020, a Top 100 Woman in Tech, a Brand Quarterly Magazine Top 50 Marketing Thought Leader, and one of the most Powerful and Influential Women in California according to the National Diversity Council. Her book Growth IQ was one of 800-CEO-READ’s top 5 strategy and leadership books of 2018, the #1 Salesforce, Dreamforce Bookstore seller in 2018, and continues to be a monthly bestseller on Porchlight (formerly 800-CEO-Read) in 2019 and 2020. Having delivered over 700 keynote presentations (150 of them virtual) on sales transformation and business model innovation to over half a million people on six continents, Bova is highly sought-after keynote speaker. Prior to working with Salesforce, she was a sales, marketing and customer service executive for startups as well as Fortune 500 companies where she was recognized as being one of the first to develop a robust go-to-market model for cloud-based solutions, and indirect channel strategies to accommodate changes in buying behavior. She left the corporate world and joined Gartner, becoming a Distinguished Analyst and Research Fellow where she won the Thought Leadership award and earned accolades from the best leaders in the technology world for her cutting-edge analysis and her skill at architecting bold new strategies for sales and growth. Bova’s time on the front lines of sales, marketing and innovation, combined with her insightful candor, has resulted in a unique perspective that continues to inspire businesses and individuals to get smarter about the choices they make, think forward and increase their Growth IQ. TOPICS Future-Proof Your Business For Revenue Growth Revolutionize Your Sales: Harness AI For Business Growth The Experience Mindset: The Flywheel Of Growth
- Emmitt Smith
NFL's All-Time Leading Rusher , Pro Football Hall of Famer, 3 Time Super Bowl Champion & Businessman Emmitt Smith NFL's All-Time Leading Rusher , Pro Football Hall of Famer, 3 Time Super Bowl Champion & Businessman Emmitt Smith is a professional football icon and one of the greatest to ever play the game. In his 15 seasons as a running back in the National Football League, Smith amassed many records that still stand today, including most career rushing yards and most career rushing touchdowns. Smith’s impressive resume includes three Super Bowl championship rings, his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010, and, most recently in 2019, his selection to the NFL 100 All-Time Team (a prestigious list honoring the best players of the NFL's first 100 years). As a first-round pick in the 1990 NFL Draft, Smith was the cornerstone of the Dallas Cowboys offense for 13 seasons. The eight-time Pro Bowler was the first player in NFL history to rush for more than 1,000 yards in 11 consecutive seasons and on October 27, 2002 he surpassed Walter Payton as the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. After his playing days, Smith served as a football analyst and then took his television career a step further when he won the third season of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, during which he was dubbed “the king of effortless cool.” He also added author to his list of accomplishments, publishing Game On, which outlines the principles that helped him succeed both on and off the field. Smith then transitioned to the role of entrepreneur and runs several companies spanning real estate, construction, and technology. He is active in charitable outreach in the Dallas area and on a national level, providing educational opportunities and unique experiences for underserved youth. In addition, Smith is in-demand as a motivational speaker. In August of 2021, it was announced that Smith has become a co-owner of a NASCAR team partnering with Jesse Iwuji Motorsports for the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. A major theme of Smith and Iwuji’s partnership will center on STEM education for lower income communities and diversity and inclusion initiatives within the sport of NASCAR. Smith resides in Dallas and, among his athletic accomplishments and business endeavors, is foremost a father of five children. BOOKS "The Emmitt Zone" "Game On: Find Your Purpose—Pursue Your Dream" PAST CLIENTS BluSky Restoration Contractors Sun Run Toyota BI Worldwide GFM Ministries Clifton Larson Allen LLP (“CLA”) PHP Agency
- José Morey
Health and Technology Speaker, Bestselling Author, Consultant for NASA, IBM, Hyperloop Transportation, and Liberty BioSecurity José Morey Health and Technology Speaker, Bestselling Author, Consultant for NASA, IBM, Hyperloop Transportation, and Liberty BioSecurity José Morey, M.D. is a trailblazing health and technology expert, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Ad AstraMedia LLC. He is also an Eisenhower Fellow, Co-Founder of Ever Medical Technologies, and a recognized keynote speaker, author, and consultant for some of the world's most influential organizations, including NASA, Forbes, MIT, the United Nations World Food Program, and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Dr. Morey is often referred to as the world’s first Intergalactic Doctor, a title that has earned him frequent appearances in high-profile media outlets such as Forbes, Univision, CNBC, and NASA360. His innovative thinking and expertise have led him to coin Puerto Rico as the future “Silicon Island”, a vision that has been highlighted in Forbes, The Weekly Journal, Reddit, and Hispanic Executive. In addition to his work in health and technology, Dr. Morey is the co-author of the book “LatinX Business Success” with Frank Carbajal, published by Wiley Publishing. The book was recently featured as the #1 Bestseller on Amazon.
- Larry Winget
The Pitbull of Personal Development® Larry Winget The Pitbull of Personal Development® Larry Winget is a five-time New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, with his works translated into 20 languages. He is also a member of the International Speaker Hall of Fame. Larry has starred in his own television series and appeared in national TV commercials. He is a regular contributor on various news shows, offering insights on money, personal success, parenting, and business. Some of Larry’s notable appearances include: Star of A&E’s Big Spender Featured in two episodes of CNBC’s The Millionaire Inside Star of his own PBS special Frequent business contributor on MSNBC Regular guest on FOX News and FOX Business Appearances on The Today Show, Larry King Live, and The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch Featured in three national Hyundai commercials Larry has a rare ability to deliver solid information in a refreshing, humorous way. He combines credible content—backed by his five bestselling books and over 20 years of experience speaking to nearly 400 Fortune 500 companies—with a touch of celebrity from his continuous television appearances. Larry Winget is truly one of a kind. No one delivers the same message with the same style or impact. His unique presence, straightforward delivery, and ability to entertain and educate set him apart from other speakers. He is the trademarked Pitbull of Personal Development® and The World’s Only Irritational Speaker®. Known for his caustic, no-nonsense approach, Larry never minces words. He offers practical advice to help individuals and businesses improve, and there is no other speaker working today with these credentials. TOPICS The Truth be Told How to Stop Getting by and Start Getting Ahead Your Kids are Your Own Fault: a Guide to Raising Responsible, Productive Adults BOOKS Shut up Stop Whining & Get a Life People are Idiots and I Can Prove it It’s Called Work for a Reason Your Kids are Your Own Fault You’re Broke Because you Want to Be PAST CLIENTS Express Investors Group Sonic Ralph’s Grocery eBay JP Morgan Chase Zimmer Medical SP Richards Ingram Micro Wilco Hess Ashley Furniture Independent Garden Centers




























