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<p>One of America’s leading academics and an award-winning journalist, Christina Bellantoni takes audiences behind the headlines to deliver shrewd analysis of the key political, policy and media issues impacting organizations today—as well as insight on potential outcomes of the upcoming 2024 elections.</p><p>As the former assistant managing editor for politics at the <em>Los Angeles Times</em>, Bellantoni brings a vast level of expertise to national political and election coverage.

<p>Freeman A. Hrabowski, III -- a charismatic leader who was jailed for almost a week as a 12-year-old in the fight for civil rights in the early-&#39;60s Alabama -- has spent two decades as the president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) striving to channel minorities toward grad school. His research and publications focus on science and math education with special emphasis on minority participation and performance.

<p>Rusty Wallace is a legendary NASCAR driver, whose 25-year career included a Rookie of the Year Award, 55 Cup wins, and recognition by NASCAR as one of the 50 greatest drivers of all time. Now an ESPN/ABC sports commentator, he brings his knowledge of NASCAR to television audiences everywhere, announcing the most exciting races, including the Indy 500.</p><p>Taking the lessons of racing to audiences around the country, Rusty Wallace is a leadership speaker who places a focus on the fact that teamwork is pivotal to winning.

<p>Founder and Group CEO of Karrikins Group, Peter Sheahan is known internationally as a top-rated keynote speaker, innovative business thinker and thought leader. With staff in more than 23 cities across seven countries, he knows firsthand the challenges of growing a business in these rapidly-changing times.</p><p>Peter has advised leaders from companies as diverse as Apple, Microsoft, Hyundai, IBM, Pfizer, Wells Fargo, and Cardinal Health.

<p>With an illustrious decades-long career in hospitality, Bruce Himelstein is credited with leading some of the travel/hospitality industry’s most prestigious brands, including Loews Hotels, The Ritz Carlton and Oceana Cruises.</p>

<p>One of today’s most influential voices in workplace trends, Chester Elton has spent two decades helping clients engage their employees to execute on strategy, vision, and values. </p><p>He has been called the “apostle of appreciation” by <em>Canada’s Globe and Mail</em>, “creative and refreshing‚” by the <em>New York Times</em>, and a “must read for modern managers” by CNN.

<p>Known for his ability to communicate how to get the best out of people and achieve amazing results, John Calipari is an engaging and charismatic speaker who helps teams and leaders overcome their own challenges and succeed. </p><p>John Calipari is a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer and head coach of the University of Arkansas men&#39;s basketball team. He joined the University of Arkansas after 15 years at the University of Kentucky where he guided six teams to the Final Four and led the 2011-12 UK team to a national championship.

<p>Scott Christopher is author of the best-selling "People People: Who They Are, Why They Win and How To Become One"<i>, "</i>The Levity Effect: Why It Pays to Lighten Up," and contributing author of "The Daily Carrot Principle" and "A Carrot A Day."</p><p>He has appeared on NBC&#39;s Today Show, Fox Business Channel, CNBC, National Public Radio, BBC and has been quoted in the New York Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, New York Post, Newsweek, Economist magazine, Ladies Home Journal and many other publications.&lt

<p>With humor, candor and an insider’s perspective, Borger breaks down the political and policy issues of the day, making them accessible to all audiences, and reveals how current news and events will influence the future and the lives and careers of everyday citizens.</p><p>Since beginning her career as a journalist at the Washington Star in 1976, Borger has climbed the ranks and become an in-demand Washington political analyst.

<p>You play to win the game. It sounds like common knowledge, but Herman Edwards&#39; life has revolved around that simple phrase.