Keith Ablow, M.D., is a New York Times bestselling author, Fox News Psychiatry Contibutor, contributing editor for Good Housekeeping and Men's Fitness, and repeat Oprah guest. He has earned the title, “America's Psychiatrist” by helping millions of people take control of their lives by understanding the patterns they've developed that are firmly rooted in the past. His transformative strategies are the founding principles for LivingtheTruth.com and are incisively presented in Living the Truth: … [Read more...]
John Amatt, B. Ed
John Amatt knows about tough times and the value of struggle in bringing out the best in teams of people! After all, he was the leader of an Everest team, which suffered four tragic deaths in two unpredictable accidents before putting six climbers on top of the world. His experience on Everest taught him about the danger of falling into the trap of complacency and the importance of always questioning the status quo in seeking new pathways to success in a rapidly changing world. He is the perfect … [Read more...]
Greg Bell, CSP
Transformational. Powerful. Provocative. Refreshing. Entertaining. Authentic. A True Gift.These are just some of the ways people describe Greg Bell.More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon based thought leader, business consultant, and leadership coach. His popular book, Water The Bamboo®: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, has inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike and Comcast, to Division I NCAA athletic teams like … [Read more...]
Robb Braun
Robb Braun is an accomplished Leadership Coach and Public Speaker, on a mission to empower business leaders to create work environments that foster employee greatness - motivation, loyalty, productivity, initiative and drive. Robb works with progressive, energetic companies who want to stay relevant, and helps them to transform from surviving to thriving. Robb is the Founder and President of The Leadership Source, is a Certified Provendus Strategist and brings over 25 years experience. … [Read more...]
Jim Clemmer, CTDP
Since his first leadership presentation in 1975, Jim's practical leadership approaches have been inspiring action and achieving results across the globe. His keynote presentations, workshops, management team retreats, seven best-selling books translated into many languages, articles, blog, and newsletters have helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. Jim is a popular columnist and a regular guest on radio and television programs. Among his many achievements, he's especially proud of … [Read more...]
Larry Csonka, Exec. Producer, “North to Alaska”
LARRY CSONKA A man with a powerful story, one that you will remember forever Larry Csonka and power running became synonymous in the NFL of the 1970's. As a player with the powerhouse Miami Dolphins he charged so tenaciously through defenses that his name became a household word and his nickname, Zonk, became a new American verb. From 1971-1973, he led the Dolphins to three Super Bowl appearances, earning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors along the way. He and halfback … [Read more...]
Jon Dorenbos
Current Starting Long Snapper for The Philadelphia Eagles, NFL Pro Bowler"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." -Martin Luther King Jr.My parents were married for twenty years. My mother volunteered at my elementary school as a reading teacher, and my father was a software engineer and the president of our little league. We were the "Brady Bunch family." All that changed on August 2, … [Read more...]
Dr. Don Gilman, Ed.D, PMP, MSEM
Don brings to the platform over twenty years of experience as a research scientist in superconductivity, as a rocket scientist for the Titan IV missile system, and as a senior executive with multinational corporations. He is a seasoned consultant and coach to senior management and a highly respected speaker and instructor, uniquely qualified to bridge the gap between technology and business. He earned degrees in Engineering Physics with honors, Nuclear Engineering, a Masters in Engineering … [Read more...]
Jim Katula
Figuring out just what kind of leader you are is an important part of being a leader. Your own talents and tendencies make a difference in determining how well you can lead. Knowing where your followers fall on the leadership spectrum is also a vital part of being an effective leader. Using an interactive approach to educating and motivating your group, Jim Katula will show how to make the most of your leadership opportunities. His most popular presentation, "Choices and Consequences," takes … [Read more...]
Alan A. Malinchak
Alan A. Malinchak is the CEO of STRATactical LLC - specializing in change management, learning, leadership development and knowledge management. STRATactical LLC is a certified and verified (cVe) Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides keynotes, seminars, workshops and consultation services to government agencies, military branches and private industry. Al has over 35 years of professional experience in government, industry, and academics and is a U.S. Navy Veteran … [Read more...]
Susan Penstone, NP
To most people, Susan is known as 'the Garden Lady'. Susan describes herself as just a gardener with a passion for people. Her passion for gardening and resolve to enhance community well - being has been a major contributor to the growing popularity of community gardening in Alberta, and worldwide. Through their companies, EnviroPerfect solutions Ltd. and Voices of the Soil Susan and her husband Tim have helped people "leave the soil better than they found it" through various industry and … [Read more...]
Ross Shafer, CPAE
ROSS SHAFER has the most peculiar background of any speaker on CHANGE.He has authored nine business books yet also won international stand-up comedy competitions. He's earned six TV Emmys as a network talk and game show host yet credits his success to reselling bicycles at age 13. He flipped cars at 15 and flipped homes at 18. After college at 21, he started buying and selling companies. The common denominator is a burning pursuit of excellence that has driven Ross to the top of every field he's … [Read more...]
Chris Trimble
Chris Trimble broke into the forefront of executive consciousness this year with the blockbuster article that led the May 2005 Harvard Business Review, "Building Breakthrough Businesses Within Established Organizations," which has received more orders for reprints than any other article so far in 2005. The article is adapted from Chris' just-released book Ten Rules for Strategic Innovators - from Idea to Execution. The book and article are the result of five years of intensive research, in … [Read more...]
Keith Abraham, CSP
Keith Abraham CSP 2001 Nevin Award Winner, 2002 Walter Dickman Award; Keynote Speaker of the Year 2012; Conference Speaker - Author - Workshop LeaderKeith Abraham, has become the world's premier thought leader on passionate performance and building passionate based cultures. CEO's of Billion-Dollar companies turn to Keith for inspiration, insights and ideas on how to bring the best out of their people and themselves. Through his work over the past 18 years inspiring people around the world to … [Read more...]
James Amps, III
Personal Accountability Speaker Entrepreneur Author Topics: Personal Accountability & the Challenges of Life Leadership: The Challenges of Life Staff Development: Accountability if a Diverse and Changing Workforce Change: Creativity in an Uncreative Environment Customer Service: Is the Customer Always Right? Teambuilding: TEAMTHINK Diversity: Overcoming Racial Comfort Zones James Amps dreamed of playing college football for Notre Dame before being drafted by … [Read more...]
Robyn Benincasa
Robyn Benincasa is the founder of World Class Teams, a world champion adventure racer, a CNN Hero, former corporate sales expert and a full time firefighter who advises organizations on building World Class Teams of their own. One of the highest rated female speakers who regularly shares the stage with world leaders and business icons, her customers include many Fortune companies like Starbucks, Deloitte, Aflac, Fast Company, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, ARAMARK, Siemens, 3M, Coldwell Banker, … [Read more...]
Ruth Brayer, MA, Handwriting Expert
Ruth Brayer is a highly acclaimed, professional speaker distinguished by the fact that she bases her sound principles and advice on a proven, reliable barometer: handwriting analysis.Ruth is a leading handwriting expert with over two decades of experience in the field of Behavioral Profiling. Her programs provide a bottom-line message for any corporate audience. She has spoken at Fortune 500 companies and major associations in the US and abroad. Ruth appeared as a handwriting expert on numerous … [Read more...]
Richard Coffey, NSA
Richard Coffey is a native of North Carolina. He is a businessman and former professional athlete. Richard served three years in the United States Army as an Airborne Paratrooper—a member of the first to fight last to fall 82nd Airborne. Richard is a former University of Minnesota Gopher Basketball player and ex NBA Minnesota Timberwolf. After his stint in the NBA, he continued his basketball career by playing and coaching abroad in Europe and Asia. In his professional career, Richard has … [Read more...]
Alberta Culture
Community Development facilitators design and facilitate customized services to strengthen and build capacity in organizations and groups on topics including but not limited to: Strategic planning; Board development, roles and responsibilities; Planning and conducting effective meetings; Team enhancement and development; Building leadership capabilities throughout your organization; Creating plans for fund development, marketing, etc.; Identifying, developing and enhancing partnerships … [Read more...]
Marsha Egan, CSP, CPCU, PCC
Marsha Egan, CSP is passionate about productivity and interpsersonal impact. As a celebrated speaker, author, internationally recognized email/workplace productivity expert, and executive coach, Marsha helps audiences achieve their personal and professional goals and dreams. Having appeared on all major networks, quoted in USA Today, the Washington Post, Real Simple, and has been interviewed on NPR, and media outlets throughout the world.Understanding the benefits and challenges of living in … [Read more...]
