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<p>Sol Rashidi is one of the most respected and credentialed voices in AI today. Sol is a people-first AI strategist redefining how organizations scale artificial intelligence securely and sustainably.</p><p>A trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, private equity and venture-backed firms, universities, and Big Tech, she helps leaders unlock real business value from AI while protecting their most critical assets: data and human capital.

<p>Sean Swarner empowers leaders and teams to confront uncertainty, embrace discomfort, and pursue bold goals with clarity and confidence—no matter the obstacles in their path.</p><p>Sean’s story begins with an 8-foot journey—crawling from a hospital bed to the bathroom after being told his physical limits due to cancer would define his future. Rather than accept that prognosis, he chose to redefine what was possible, setting his sights not just on recovery, but on greatness.

Drawing on decades in broadcast media, early roots in coding, and hands-on production experience, Katie Linendoll translates emerging tech trends into clear, practical insights audiences can actually use.

<p>If the word “believe” resonates with you, chances are you’re a fan of the hit series Ted Lasso—the Emmy Award–winning show that proved optimism, values, and leadership still matter.

<p>Few people see the human mind more closely than Dr. Theodore H. Schwartz — world-renowned neurosurgeon, professor of Neurosurgery at Mount Sinai, and author of<em> Gray Matters: A Biography of Brain Surgery, </em>named one of The Economist’s Best Books of 2024.</p><p>A trusted expert frequently interviewed, quoted, and published for his insights; he lectures around the world on pioneering minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques.

<p>A technology leader with experience at Google, McKinsey, and Atlassian, Dan Chuparkoff makes complex concepts accessible and actionable, turning abstract ideas into clear strategies.</p><p>Dan Chuparkoff is a globally recognized expert on AI, innovation, and the future of work, with extensive leadership experience at Google, McKinsey, Atlassian, and other major organizations. Over three decades, he has guided teams across industries through technological transformations, helping them adapt and thrive amid rapid change.

<p>Growing up in a town of only 500, running back John Riggins became a Big Eight champion, breaking Gale Sayers' rushing record at the University of Kansas. The first pick of the New York Jets in the 1971 NFL Draft, he played there for five years and then signed with the Washington Redskins.</p><p>His 13,435 combined net yards are among the league's best ever, as are his 116 touchdowns by rushing and receiving.

<p>David McCullough has been widely acclaimed as a "master of the art of narrative history" and "a matchless writer." Winner of two Pulitzer Prizes and the National Book Award, he also received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award.</p><p>Mr. McCullough's most recent book, <i>The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris</i>, was a number one <i>New York Times</i> best-seller.

<p>Cam Awesome brings the grit and charisma of a multi-time National Champion heavyweight boxer to every stage, sharing how he turned repeated setbacks into fuel for success.</p>

<p>Leonard has been called “a controversial leader of the new world order.” He is an award winning entrepreneur, venture capitalist, best-selling author and a 2 time Emmy nominated media visionary.</p><p>After selling his company in 2009, Leonard became the President of the Innovation and Digital Group for the Anschutz Company, one of the largest live sport and entertainment businesses in the world owning assets such as stadiums like the O2 Arena in London and Staples Center in LA; sports teams like the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Galaxy and the Los Angeles Kings, and