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Mike AbrashoffAs Commander of USS Benfold, Abrashoff immediately encountered challenges: low morale, high turnover,

and low performance evaluations. By putting into place a system of management techniques (which he calls

“The Leadership Roadmap”), he achieved breakthrough results. He wrote the leadership tome It’s Your Ship.

Dan ArielyDespite our best intentions, why do we so often fail to act in our own best interest? This is the question

Ariely, a Duke professor of psychology and behavioral economics, strives to uncover. Funny and engaging,

he helps people live more sensible lives, discussing such topics as dishonesty and consumer behavior.

Rye BarcottA former Marine, Barcott penned the gripping memoir It Happened on the Way to War: A Marine’s Path to

Peace. Drawing on his experiences building and learning from leaders in unlikely places, he shares the

message that small, diverse groups of committed people can truly make a positive impact on the world.

Anat BaronBaron is an innovative leader and the former head of Mike’s Hard Lemonade, where she was credited with

turning the company into a $200 million brand within three years. She has since successfully led teams in

the hotel, entertainment, and tech industries, and loves being part of the new consumer revolution.

Rick BelluzzoA 30-year tech-industry veteran and former president and COO of Microsoft, Belluzzo is the CEO of

Quantum Corporation, a data protection business. An expert in corporate culture, he has led several

Fortune 500 companies through change, teaching hands-on reorganization and management.

Herman BooneIn 1971, Boone faced the challenge of a lifetime: uniting a football team divided by racial strife. His

story was told in the film Remember the Titans, and he shares the importance of respect, teamwork, and

leadership, illustrating how his paid off when he successfully lead the team to a championship title.

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Anthony “AB” BourkeAn experienced F-16 pilot with an impressive military career, Bourke has taken the tools and techniques that

made him one of America’s premier fighter pilots and applied them to the competitive world of business. As

founder and CEO of Mach 2 Consulting, he brings his tactical knowledge to management training.

Gregory BoyleFather Boyle is founder and CEO of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention and re-entry

program in Los Angeles County. He has dedicated his life to leading marginalized individuals to a

productive place in society, and shares his experiences in his book, Tattoos on the Heart.

John BrandtBrandt has spent more than two decades studying leadership in effective, purpose-driven organizations.

An expert on how companies can adapt themselves to the realities of new markets, corporate structures,

and customer expectations, he is currently publisher of IndustryWeek and Chief Executive.

Richard BransonA global entrepreneur known for his vision, management style, and ability to motivate employees, Branson

is the branding guru behind Virgin Group, an empire that includes over 360 companies in the areas of

entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. He shares with audiences the leadership lessons that made him a success.

David BreashearsAmong the team that was the first to film with an IMAX camera at the top of the world, Breashears shares a

fascinating firsthand account from his journey to the summit of Everest. He shares his belief that, in order to

lead successfully in today’s turbulent world, one must lead with utmost conviction in his or her mission.

Jeff BrownA leading performance psychologist, Brown understands what it takes to come out on top in today’s

fiercely competitive world. He shares new breakthroughs in the science of leadership and performance in

his best-selling books, including The Winner’s Brain: Eight Strategies Great Minds Use to Achieve Success.

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Barbara CorcoranCorcoran’s career as an entrepreneur began when she took out a $1000 loan to start The Corcoran Group,

which she parlayed into a $5 billion real estate business that she sold for $66 million in 2001. She is an

investor/”shark” on the reality hit Shark Tank and a real-estate contributor for The Today Show.

Geoff ColvinAn award-winning thinker on today’s most significant business trends, Colvin is the senior editor-at-large

of Fortune, where he is a respected commentator on leadership, globalization, wealth creation, and the

infotech revolution. He authored Talent Is Overrated and The Upside of the Downturn.

Richard CarmonaDr. Carmona is no stranger to leading in times of difficulty, having served as a decorated Green Beret in Vietnam.

As the 17th US Surgeon General, he was focused on shifting the healthcare paradigm from treatment to

prevention, fighting against obesity, heart disease, cancer, and the dangers of secondhand smoke.

Geoffrey CanadaProfiled on 60 Minutes and the author of Reaching Up for Manhood: Transforming the Lives of Boys in

America, Canada is president and CEO of the Harlem Children’s Zone, an agency that aims to improve the

futures of inner-city youth. He has dedicated his life to improving access to opportunity for youth.

Marcus BuckinghamIn a world in which efficiency and competency rule the workplace, where do personal strengths fit in?

Buckingham has dedicated his career to addressing this complex issue, challenging preconceptions to get to

the core of what drives success. His latest project is StandOut, a book and strengths assessment combination.

Gro Harlem BrundtlandDr. Brundtland is sought after as a forward-thinking leader. As the former prime minister of Norway

and director-general of the World Health Organization, she has tackled such issues as sustainable

development, environmental awareness, and good health as a basic human right for over four decades.

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Rebecca CostaCosta authored the critically acclaimed The Watchman’s Rattle: A Radical New Theory of Collapse, which

offers a genetic explanation for current events, emerging trends, and individual behavior. She helps find

ways to adapt, thrive, and make better decisions in today’s fast-moving, complex world.

Manny DiazA tour de force in local, state, and national politics, Diaz was elected mayor of Miami in 2001, having

never before held elected office. Named among “America’s best leaders” by US News and World Report, he

chronicles his work in transforming the city of Miami in the acclaimed book Miami Transformed.

Steve FarberAs president and CEO of Extreme Leadership, Farber is devoted to the cultivation of extreme leaders in

business. He is the author of Greater Than Yourself: The Ultimate Lesson in Leadership, a Wall Street Journal

and USA Today bestseller, and The Radical Leap, named one of the 100 Best Business Books of All Time.

John FoleyA former lead solo pilot for the Blue Angels flight-demonstration squadron, Foley has spent his career sharing

practical and inspirational messages on high performance with audiences around the world. He is the founder

and CEO of CenterPoint Companies, which provides in-depth training in High Performance Habits.

Maelle GavetGavet is the CEO of OZON Holdings, Russia’s largest e-commerce company, which is commonly referred

to as “the Amazon.com of Russia.” Under her leadership and vision, OZON’s four diversified businesses

grew revenue by 84 percent in 2011, with sales topping $300 million.

Keith FerrazziFerrazzi is a master at building connections between colleagues, contacts, friends, and mentors. He is

the best-selling author of Never Eat Alone, which was recognized as one of the best business books three

years running, and Who’s Got Your Back, which encourages networking as a means to achievement.

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Chris HughesA co-founder of Facebook and the mastermind behind My.BarackObama.com, Hughes has spent his

career guiding organizations’ communication and organization strategies—particularly by utilizing new

technologies. He is publisher and editor-in-chief of The New Republic, a politics and culture magazine.

Gary HamelRanked by The Wall Street Journal as the world’s most influential business thinker, Hamel is the author of

Leading the Revolution and Competing for the Future (co-authored with CK Prahalad), which have appeared

on every management bestseller list. Fortune called him “the world’s leading expert on business strategy.”

Peter GuberGuber is founder and CEO of Mandalay Entertainment, the visionary multimedia venture spanning

movies, TV, sports, and new media. He has produced such films as Rain Man, Batman, and Flashdance,

and brings his decades of leadership to the LA Dodgers, which he recently bought.

Mikhail GorbachevOne of history’s most pivotal leaders, Gorbachev ended the Cold War as president of the Soviet Union. He

continues to influence and lead the way for progressive global policy as the founding president of Green

Cross International, a worldwide environmental protection organization.

Marshall GoldsmithGoldsmith is a world authority in helping successful leaders get even better by achieving positive, lasting

change in behavior for themselves and their teams. Named among the “15 most influential business

thinkers in the world” by The London Times and Forbes, he is a best-selling business author.

Anand GiridharadasAn author and New York Times columnist, Giridharadas writes about a world in transition as seen through

the lens of culture. He has reported around the world on subjects ranging from poverty and democracy to

terrorism and technology, offering organizations insight into the global issues that directly affect them.

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Kathy IrelandA world-famous supermodel turned respected business leader, Ireland is CEO and chief designer of Kathy

Ireland Worldwide, which designs home products and apparel. She has been called “one of the 50 most

influential people in fashion” by Fairchild Publications.

Ralph JacobsonRecognized as one of the top ten leadership developers in the country by Leadership Excellence Magazine,

Jacobson wrote Leading for a Change: How to Master the Five Challenges Faced by Every Leader, which

provides leaders with the knowledge to build organizations that adapt and thrive in uncertain times.

Jason JenningsOne of the world’s most prolific business and leadership authors, Jennings derives his greatest thrill from

helping lead companies to their full potential. The Reinventors: How Extraordinary Companies Pursue Radical

Continuous Change reveals the secrets of companies that have undergone successful transformations.

Daymond JohnThe branding expert on ABC’s entrepreneurial reality show Shark Tank, John is a marketing expert and

author, as well as founder of the iconic fashion brand FUBU. He has written the branding books Display of

Power and The Brand Within, and works as a consultant to cutting-edge trendsetters and tastemakers.

Frans JohanssonJohansson is the best-selling author of The Medici Effect: Breakthrough Insights at the Intersection of

Ideas, Concepts, and Cultures. His latest book, The Click Moment, focuses on the concept of randomness,

explaining that some of the best ideas come from seemingly random combinations.

Earvin “Magic” JohnsonA basketball legend, Johnson enjoyed a 12-year NBA career. He is the chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson

Enterprises, which provides high-quality products and services primarily to ethnically diverse and underserved

communities. His leadership message draws from his experiences as a businessman and a former athlete.

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Dan PallottaPallotta is the author of the popular Uncharitable and its follow-up, Charity Case, in which he explores

our nation’s misunderstanding of charity and proposes a movement to transform the public’s way of

thinking. A pioneering social entrepreneur, he speaks on many issues including corporate responsibility.

Wes MooreMoore has served as a leader in the military (as an Army officer), in academics (as a Rhodes Scholar), in

government (as a White House fellow), and in business. In his New York Times best-selling memoir, The

Other Wes Moore, he explores themes of leadership, choice, and personal responsibility.

Patrick LencioniAs founder and president of The Table Group, Lencioni is dedicated to providing organizations with

ideas, products, and services that improve teamwork, clarity, and employee engagement. He authored

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Advantage: Why Health Trumps Everything Else in Business.

Polly LaBarreA business and innovation correspondent for CNN, LaBarre has contributed to the business conversation

for more than 15 years, most notably as a member of the original Fast Company team and as co-founder

of MIX (Management Innovation eXchange). She co-authored the best-selling Mavericks at Work.

Joseph P. Kennedy IIAfter over a decade of service in the US House of Representatives, Kennedy founded Citizens Energy

Corporation, a nonprofit with an aim to provide low-cost heating oil to the poor and elderly. As chairman

and president, he grew the organization by incorporating the largest energy conservation firm in the US.

Terry JonesThe founder of Travelocity.com, chairman of Kayak.com, and chief information officer at American Airlines/

Sabre, Jones is on the cutting edge of innovation and change in the new information age. His consulting

practice provides organizations with the tools and techniques for navigating this rapidly changing world.

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Dick ParsonsThe former chairman of Citigroup and Time Warner, Parsons is lauded for his ability to steer organizations

to success by leveraging connections and building relationships. He is a member of President Obama’s

Council on Jobs and Competitiveness, an advisory panel on jobs and the economy.

Steve PembertonPemberton, the head of diversity for Walgreen’s and former chief diversity officer for Monster.com, was

named one of the Top 20 Diversity Officers in America by Fortune magazine. He is a driven corporate

leader who helped Monster become the household name it is today.

Deborah Perry PiscionePiscione is a seasoned media entrepreneur and an expert on Silicon Valley. She shares what all great

leaders should learn from Silicon Valley in Secrets of Silicon Valley: What Everyone Else Can Learn About the

Innovation Capital of the World, which has been called a “must read.”

Howard PutnamWith an ultimate objective to bottom-line improvement, Putnam believes that business cultures that

place emphasis on people as their most important priority find long-term impact and success. He is the

former CEO of Southwest Airlines, the foundation and culture of which placed people first.

Mary Robinson As the first female president of Ireland, Robinson is known for elevating the status of the nation. Formerly the

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and the executive director of the Ethical Globalization Initiative, she

serves as president of the Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice and as a UN special envoy.

Robert SafianSafian is editor and managing director of the award-winning business magazine Fast Company, where

he oversees all editorial operations and guides advertising, marketing, and circulation efforts. Under his

direction, it has garnered a reputation for highlighting what is new, innovative, and creative in business.

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Susan L. TaylorThe soul of Essence for over three decades, Taylor was the driving force behind one of the most

celebrated African American brands. Now, as founder of the National CARES Mentoring Movement, she

uses her passion for empowering others to recruit mentors for at-risk youth.

Jeff TaylorAs the founder of Monster.com and Eons.com, Taylor is widely recognized as an entrepreneurial visionary.

An expert in technology, Web 2.0, advertising, and human capital, he is a born leader with the ability to

mobilize others to action, no matter their professional path.

Marilyn TamTam’s distinguished background includes executive roles at world-class companies, including CEO of Aveda,

president of Reebok Apparel & Retail Group, and vice president of Nike. Also a successful entrepreneur, she

has developed and built four companies in diverse fields, from health and wellness to software.

Ellen Johnson SirleafInternationally known as Africa’s “Iron Lady,” Johnson Sirleaf, the president of Liberia, is the first woman to

lead an African nation. A Harvard-educated former World Bank economist, she promotes peace, justice,

and democratic rule, while working tirelessly to end the corruption that has plagued her country.

Tim SandersFormerly the chief solutions officer at Yahoo!, Sanders is CEO of tech startup Net Minds and founder of

research firm Deeper Media Incorporated. A strategic consultant to leading brands, associations, and

government agencies, he most recently wrote Love Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence Friends.

Mark SanbornNamed among the top 30 leadership experts in the world by Leadership Gurus, Sanborn is the president

of an idea lab for leadership development. His book The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life Can

Turn the Ordinary into the Extraordinary is an international and New York Times bestseller.

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Mark C. ThompsonThompson is CEO and founder of Virgin Unite, Sir Richard Branson’s network for executive coaching and

entrepreneurial innovation. A leadership coach, best-selling author, venture capitalist, and Tony-nominated

Broadway producer, he brings real-time solutions to today’s most pressing leadership challenges.

Juan WilliamsConsidered one of America’s leading journalists, Williams is known for his honest, non-partisan view

toward current events. Currently a Fox News contributor, he previously was a senior correspondent for

NPR. He offers an even-handed approach to dissecting the challenges facing our nation.

Pat WilliamsThe senior vice president of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, Williams has addressed thousands of executives

in organizations ranging from Fortune 500s and national associations to universities and nonprofits. His

most recent book is The Difference You Make: Changing Your World Through the Impact of Your Influence.

Steve WozniakA Silicon Valley icon and philanthropist for over 30 years, Wozniak has helped shape the computing

industry with his design of Apple’s first line of products, the Apple I and II, and his influence on the

design of the popular Macintosh. Along with Steve Jobs, he founded Apple Computer, Inc. in 1976.

Sheldon YellenThe CEO of BELFOR Holdings, which operates the global leader in integrated disaster recovery, Yellen became

recognized for his deeply compassionate management style after being featured on the hit series Undercover

Boss. He is known for favoring people above meetings, committees, and layers of corporate hierarchy.

Garrison WynnWynn helps people make the jump from being great at what they do to being consistently chosen to

do it. He gets them to understand why their products, services, and leadership styles—or those of their

competitors—are selected. He wrote the bestseller The Real Truth About Success.

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Abrashoff, Mike...............................2

Ariely, Dan.........................................2

Barcott, Rye.......................................2

Baron, Anat.......................................2

Belluzzo, Rick...................................2

Boone, Herman...............................2

Bourke, Anthony “AB”...................3

Boyle, Gregory.................................3

Brandt, John.....................................3

Branson, Richard.............................3

Breashears, David...........................3

Brown, Jeff.........................................3

Brundtland, Gro Harlem..............4

Buckingham, Marcus....................4

Canada, Geoffrey............................4

Carmona, Richard...........................4

Colvin, Geoff.....................................4

Corcoran, Barbara...........................4

Costa, Rebecca................................5

Diaz, Manny......................................5

Farber, Steve.....................................5

Ferrazzi, Keith...................................5

Foley, John........................................5

Gavet, Maelle...................................5

Giridharadas, Anand......................6

Goldsmith, Marshall.......................6

Gorbachev, Mikhail........................6

Guber, Peter......................................6

Hamel, Gary......................................6

Hughes, Chris...................................6

Ireland, Kathy...................................7

Jacobson, Ralph..............................7

Jennings, Jason...............................7

Johansson, Frans............................7

John, Daymond...............................7

Johnson, Earvin “Magic”..............7

Jones, Terry.......................................8

Kennedy II, Joseph P.......................8

LaBarre, Polly....................................8

Lencioni, Patrick..............................8

Moore, Wes.......................................8

Pallotta, Dan.....................................8

Parsons, Dick....................................9

Pemberton, Steve...........................9

Piscione, Deborah Perry...............9

Putnam, Howard.............................9

Robinson, Mary................................9

Safian, Robert...................................9

Sanborn, Mark...............................10

Sanders, Tim...................................10

Sirleaf, Ellen Johnson.................10

Tam, Marilyn..................................10

Taylor, Jeff.......................................10

Taylor, Susan L..............................10

Thompson, Mark C......................11

Williams, Juan................................11

Williams, Pat...................................11

Wozniak, Steve..............................11

Wynn, Garrison.............................11

Yellen, Sheldon.............................11