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<p>Inky Johnson, the former collegiate football player permanently injured on the field, shares his dramatic story of overcoming hardship and life-threatening injury. His motivational words inspire others to embrace adversity, face their own daily challenges, and live life with a greater purpose.</p><p>Inky is a former University of Tennessee defensive back who refused to allow misfortune on the football field to stop him from pursuing a life of purpose.

Connie Podesta is a game-changing, revenue-building, idea-generating ball of fire whose rare blend of humor, substance, and style have made her one of the most in-demand speakers in the world today. 25 years. Two million people. 1000 organizations. Hall of Fame speaker. Award-winning author.  Seven books. Former Radio/TV personality. Therapist for 30 years. Expert on the psychology of sales, leadership, change, life balance and getting your act together!  Plus (what we all probably could use in today’s crazy world) …a Comedienne.

<p>Born in Canada, Michael J. Fox is an award-winning television and film actor whose enduring career as a performer has made him an icon to countless fans around the globe. In 1991, at age 29, he was diagnosed with Parkinson&#39;s disease, news he shared with the public in 1998. In 2000, to help advance scientific progress toward a cure for Parkinson&#39;s disease, he established The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson&#39;s Research.</p>

<p>A teacher of peak performance, an author of impactful books and presentations, and a lifelong student of success, happiness, and achievement, Dan Thurmon is on a mission. To encourage attendees’ uniqueness and contributions. To discover a sense of purpose and greatness. To have meaning at work, and in their lives.</p><p>At an early age, Dan learned the power of performance, on stage and in the various parts of our life.

<p>Mary LoVerde is author of "Stop Screaming at the Microwave! How to Connect Your Disconnected Life".

<p>For almost three decades Dr. Nancy Snyderman has combined careers as a head and neck cancer surgeon, network television correspondent, and advisor to Fortune 500 corporations and is one of the most trusted voices in medical communication.</p><p>Dr. Snyderman is a board certified Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon and Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. She serves on the Board of Directors of Alkermes (NASDAQ: ALKS) and is a Consulting Professor at the Stanford University Center for Innovation in Global Health.

<p>Dr. Drew hosts the hit MTV reality television series, <i>Teen Mom OG</i>. Dr. Drew shares his wisdom, opinions and humor on a variety of podcasts, including his newest, most popular show, <i>Dr. Drew After Dark</i>, a modern reincarnation of the popular <i>Loveline Show</i>, which Dr. Drew hosted for over 30 years. He is also host of the award-winning<i> Dr. Drew Podcast</i>, and <i>The Adam and Drew Show</i> (co-hosted by Adam Carolla). His newest project, drdrew.tv, is where <i>Ask Dr. Drew and Dose of Dr.

<p>Dr. Rishi Manchanda shares breakthrough solutions to reinvigorate primary care in the U.S. and protect the future of our health by addressing the social and environmental conditions at the source of illness.</p>

Dr. Zubin Damania (AKA ZDogg, M.D.) is the internist and founder of Turntable Health, an innovative healthcare startup that’s part of an ambitious urban revitalization movement spearheaded by Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh. Apart from writing, performing, and producing award-winning medical rap videos that educate and entertain, Dr. Damania is a highly sought-after thought leader and healthcare speaker with whose keynotes are customized to the specialized interests of his audience. Dr.

<p>With his inspiring tale of resilience and recovery, Tedy Bruschi highlights the role of perseverance in overcoming seemingly impossible challenges, while urging you to live in the moment.</p><p>A star NFL linebacker for the New England Patriots, Tedy had already accumulated three Super Bowl rings when he suffered a stroke at age 31. After only a few months of intense rehabilitation, he remarkably rejoined his team, justly earning the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award and resumed playing for another four years.