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Curtis Ray Hill
CHICAGO, Illinois

When DEI is seen as a strategic initiative,  it strengthens the foundation of your culture:  

YOUR PEOPLE    

Diverse teams who are motivated and productive because they feel seen, heard, and valued.

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AMY MCWHIRTER
St Joseph, MI

As Content Catalyst and Engagement Instigator, Amy energizes and inspires audiences to connect and act. She's the soulful communicator and emcee who synthesizes messaging and drives business outcomes.

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Sheri Prentiss
Chicago, IL

Get ready to be transformed by an exceptional leader whose visionary insights, bestselling authorship, and sought-after expertise as a physician have inspired many.

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Kim Seeling Smith
MOSMAN, NSW

Motivational Speaker on AI, the Future of Work and its Impact on Business, Leadership & the Workforce

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Scott Tillema
ALGONQUIN, Illinois

You will be gripped with Scott's stories of intense, real-life hostage & crisis negotiations and will learn the principles behind these powerful conversations to find success in your business. 

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David Swihart
Springfield, Illinois

INSPIRE your nonprofit directors to CLARIFY focus, increase INFLUENCE, and EXPAND support while managing OVERWHELM and UNCERTAINTY. Looking to REALIGN and REVITALIZE your leaders, hire David NOW!

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Jacob Salem
Chicago, Illinois

Serial entrepreneur leading EZMetrics, this leader generated $250M in sales for clients like Ziglar, Inc. and Les Brown, skillfully merging digital media with purpose-driven growth.

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Niel Magsombol
Mackinaw, IL

Audiences will depart feeling inspired having learned practical methods for transforming orgs by revolutionizing their lives through leadership, business principles, and cutting-edge technologies.

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Terry Watson
Chicago, IL

Hilarious Award Winning Motivational Speaker

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John K. Coyle
Lake Geneva, WI

Olympic medalist and Emmy award winner John K. Coyle is the world’s leading expert on the neuroscience and psychology of time perception: Learn how to slow, stop and reverse the acceleration of time.

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AI & Innovation Expert - Dan Chuparkoff
Lisle, Illinois

AI & Innovation expert from Google, McKinsey, & Atlassian – driving innovation in the Age of A.I. to create growth and success for organizations globally.

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AMY S. HILLIARD
CHICAGO, IL

A Reinvention Specialist, Amy inspires and ignites others into action for change with passion, humor, and strategic tools that can be utilized the moment audiences leave the room.

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Laura Schwartz
CHICAGO, IL

On stages since 2001, Laura is an award winning Professional Emcee & Keynote Speaker, author of "Eat, Drink & Succeed" & TV Personality. She is the youngest female presidential appointee in history.

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Marvin Bembry
Lake Villa, Illinois

Grow your team, maximize the leadership IQ of your leaders and achieve equity and inclusion.

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Lynn O'Dowd
Chicago, IL

Motivational speaker, entertainer and keynote performer who injects fun, humor and musical entertainment into events while inspiring audiences to risk new levels of passion, performance and courage.

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Cassandra Lee
Chicago, IL

Let Cassandra - the "D.I.V.A. of Dialog™" - Give Your Organization the Skills to Remove the Roadblocks Limiting Workplace Satisfaction and Career Success

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James Feldman | AI Concierge™ | Transformation Keynote Speaker
Chicago, IL

Transformational Growth Advisor, helping organizations succeed with new ideas, innovative initiatives, inside-the-box tools, and actionable results leveraging the power of ChatGPT.

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Todd Hunt
Chicago, IL

Virtual and in-person. Shares communication lessons wrapped in laughter, inspiring business professionals to communicate better and become more successful.

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Dave Rudin
Algonquin, Illinois

Share hope with your organization that better is possible by challenging mindsets, beliefs and behaviors. They'll come away ready to inspire and engage lasting transformation.

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Bridget Brennan
Chicago, IL

Grow sales with the expert on women consumers. The Female Factor CEO & author of Winning Her Business and Why She Buys offers a powerful & inclusive approach to marketing and sales leadership.

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Nadene Cherry
2040 North Burling St. Unit 1, Illinois

Boosting employee well-being, improving mental health, and creating positive performance outcomes through mindfulness and meditation.  Global Speaker & Corporate Meditation Leader. 

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Alison Fragale
Chicago, IL

Organizational psychologist and professor, helping leaders improve performance by applying the science of human behavior. High-energy sessions to help you negotiate, influence, and lead better.

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Megan Van Petten
Chicago, Illinois

My passion is to help bring out the best in people. Everyone has potential they can tap into. By helping individuals choose to nourish their innate gifts, I specialize in sustainable personal growth.

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Melissa Stockwell
Las Vegas, NV

American War Hero & Paralympic Medalist & IRONMAN

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Caleb Gardner
Chicago, IL

Caleb Gardner is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and global expert in technology, politics, and change management, who helps leaders navigate disruption and lead through uncertainty.

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