High Stakes Leadership (C - Leadership & Achievement)

Described by Harvard Business Review as “an astonishing display of visual storytelling,” Chris Hadfield’s keynotes leave audiences energized and equipped with tools to lead with clarity and courage.

<p>A globally acclaimed keynote pianist and business leader, Felipe Gomez believes the mindset of a virtuoso holds the key to breakthrough success in today’s business world. </p><p>Blending decades of executive experience with his passion for music, Felipe delivers unforgettable presentations from behind a grand piano, using powerful storytelling, live performance, and practical insights to inspire change. His talks are interactive, energizing, and tailored to both English and Spanish-speaking audiences.

<p>Based in Venice, California, Seb Terry is a dynamic Australian speaker whose infectious passion for life and personal transformation has captivated audiences around the globe. </p><p>Sparked by the sudden loss of a close friend, Seb asked himself a life-defining question: “Am I happy?” The answer led him to abandon convention and chase down a list of 100 life goals that would bring deeper meaning and fulfillment.

<p>Future-focused and globally trusted, Rahaf Harfoush empowers audiences to decode change, anticipate what's next, and lead with clarity in a fast-moving world.</p><p>Exploring emerging technologies, cultural shifts, and human behavior, Rahaf Farhoush shares bold, thought-provoking perspectives grounded in cutting-edge research.

When Vishal Amin takes the stage, audiences hear from a battlefield-hardened strategist and global security leader whose personal data was hacked—landing him on an ISIS kill list, forcing him out of the military, and fueling a gripping, high-stakes masterclass in resilience, risk, leadership, and real-world cyber defense.

<p>Debra L. Lee, the legendary former Chairman & CEO of BET Networks, provides an unforgettable conversation on leadership, resilience, breaking barriers in business and what it takes to shatter ceilings and thrive in high-stakes boardrooms.</p>

<p>Cutting through the noise and chaos of today’s political landscape, Senator Kyrsten Sinema provides powerful perspectives on the most significant issues impacting both American businesses and everyday citizens.  </p><p>Drawing from a wealth of expertise as a U.S. Senator and Representative, Kyrsten Sinema discusses oil, gas, and new energy; tariffs and tax policy; AI; healthcare innovations and biopharma; fiscal responsibility; geopolitics and foreign affairs.

<p>Heather R. Younger empowers organizations to build trust, boost engagement, and create inclusive environments where employees thrive. </p><p>A trusted advisor to global companies and a contributor to leading news outlets like Forbes, Fast Company, NBC and ABC, Heather R. Younger, J.D. is an expert on Caring Leadership® and active listening at work.

<p>From shaping the voices of prime ministers to advising top CEOs, Allison Shapira is the trusted authority in transforming leaders and organizations through the art of powerful communication.</p><p>As a leader, your voice matters. Your ability to enter a room with presence and speak in a way that commands attention helps you build trust with clients and colleagues and directly influences your leadership trajectory.

<p>Two of NASA’s most extraordinary trailblazers—Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle, and Scott Kelly, record-breaking astronaut who spent a year in space—join for an unforgettable conversation about courage, resilience, and the future of exploration.</p><p>From the triumphs and challenges of breaking barriers in spaceflight to the critical role of mental toughness in high-stakes missions, Colonel Eileen Collins and Captain Scott Kelly offer an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to push beyond limits. </p><p>In a riveting