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Vanessa Otero is the founder and CEO of Ad Fontes Media and the creator of the Media Bias Chart®. She is an experienced public speaker who enjoys delivering talks about news literacy and the importance of recognizing bias and reliability in the news we consume every day. Vanessa is available for one-on-one interviews, podcasts, panel discussions, and lectures to speak with audiences about a range of topics relating to news literacy. These topics include, but are not limited to: - News literacy as a skill: What is it, and why do we need it? - Junk news is like junk food: Maintaining a healthy news diet - The importance of news literacy in an era of hyperpolarized media - Bias and reliability: Why it is helpful to frame the discussion about news literacy in two dimensions - The methodology of analyzing news content: Measuring bias and reliability - Using the Media Bias Chart to teach news literacy for beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners
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Nomasonto Ndlovu – Brand Architect | Tourism Strategist | Change Leader Short Bio Nomasonto Ndlovu is a globally recognized Brand Architect and Tourism Strategist with over two decades of experience shaping Africa’s destination narrative. As the Founder and CEO of Beacon Africa Tourism Consultancy, she partners with governments, global brands, and tourism boards to design strategies that drive inclusive growth, investment, and sustainable development across the continent. A former Executive at South African Tourism and a Strategic Advisor to the Premier of Limpopo Province, Nomasonto has been at the forefront of repositioning African destinations to compete on the global stage. Her work bridges policy, storytelling, and innovation — turning tourism into a tool for economic transformation. Her voice has graced international platforms including, Angola Tourism Forums, Investment conferences, African Women in Leadership Summits, where she challenges leaders to reimagine Africa’s future through collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
$251 - $1,500
Sudhanshu is a senior Fortune 50 digital transformation Executive , ex Procter & Gamble, 8x Top CIO award-winning leader by CIO50, CIO100, CIO75, CIO200, CDO100. Sudhanshu Duggal has been consistently recognized as a leading business and digital transformations executive. He is a thought leader with 2000 C-Suites in Forbes Technology Council and CIO.com. Sudhanshu is a C-suite global technology, business transformation, and digital leader on a mission to connect and improve lives of 7.8 billion+ population. Sudhanshu is a seasoned Fortune 50 executive & board member with a proven track record of $9B+ value creation, making businesses future ready with cloud, data, AI, digital technologies, enterprise strategies, process reinvention and organization transformation in retail , media and consumer goods industry Sudhanshu, a seasoned speaker, has dedicated his career to consumer as a force for good and growth.
More than $10,000
Marcus Gentry is a dynamic speaker, wellness advocate, and stress management strategist who helps organizations cultivate healthier, more resilient teams. With a background in leadership development and personal growth, Marcus delivers engaging, practical sessions that empower professionals to manage stress, boost performance, and improve overall well-being. His energetic, relatable approach bridges motivation with actionable strategies that inspire lasting change—making him a trusted voice in today’s workplace wellness movement.
$5,001 - $10,000
Hugh Fairfield-Smith — Fire Chief | Author | Leadership & Transformation Speaker Hugh Fairfield-Smith is a Division Chief of Wildland Fire Operations and a nationally recognized expert in transformational leadership, decision-making under pressure, and personal performance. With nearly two decades of boots-on-the-ground experience leading elite wildland fire teams, Hugh has learned firsthand what true leadership looks like when every decision counts. As a qualified Incident Commander (ICT3), Division Supervisor (DIVS), and Prescribed Burn Boss (RXB2), Hugh has led operations on some of the largest and most complex wildfires in the country. His leadership philosophy was forged in high-stakes environments—where clarity, tempo, and trust decide everything—and has become the foundation of his mission to help others lead with the same precision and purpose. Off the fireline, Hugh is a published author, fitness and mindset coach, and motivational speaker dedicated to transforming the way people think, lead, and live. Through his company, Fairfield Innovations, and his fitness brand, Fairfield Family Fitness, he empowers individuals and organizations to bridge the gap between discipline, wellness, and world-class leadership. Hugh’s keynotes blend captivating real-world fireline stories with actionable frameworks for decision-making, resilience, communication, and personal transformation. His audiences range from business executives and first responders to everyday leaders striving to create lasting impact—in their organizations, their families, and themselves. Signature Topics: Leadership Under Pressure: How Great Leaders Decide Before the Fire Decides for Them Transformational Leadership & Culture: Turning Teams into Trust-Based Powerhouses Decision-Making Mastery: The Psychology of Sound Choices in High-Risk Environments Mindset & Personal Transformation: Building the Discipline to Change Your Life Health, Fitness & Leadership Performance: Why Strong Bodies Build Strong Leaders
$5,001 - $10,000
Raed Ahsan is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, an award-winning ethical hacker, and one of the youngest security professionals to represent Saudi Arabia on international stages. Featured in Gulf News, CanvasRebel, Intelligent CISO, SDVoyager, and Shoutout SoCal, Raed has been celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to cybersecurity and his mission to revolutionize tech education through hands-on, practical learning. Having spoken at some of the world’s leading conferences, including BlackHat MEA, ISACA Europe, Virtual, and Govt. Congresses, and many more, Raed delivers captivating sessions on ethical hacking, OT/ICS security, AI in cybersecurity, and ransomware threats. His live hacking demonstrations and in-depth understanding of industrial cybersecurity have made him a sought-after voice for global organizations and government entities. Beyond speaking, Raed serves as a review board and committee member for several international conferences in machine learning, AI, and data security, and actively mentors young professionals in cybersecurity. His vision is to empower the next generation of cyber leaders through innovation, education, and awareness.
$1,501 - $5,000
A leading office design and construction company in Vietnam, specializing in implementing international standard projects with creative, professional teams and committed to superior quality. Trụ sở chính: Số 25 đường 34, phường An Khánh, TPHCM Hotline: (+84) 917.886.188 – (028)355.402.16 Email: info@vacons.com.vn Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/vacons.architect/ Website: https://vacons.com.vn/
$0 - $250
Boyd Hoffmann helps sales teams, entrepreneurs, and business owners bridge the gap between sales and marketing by turning authentic conversations into predictable conversions without scripts, pressure, or manipulation.
$1,501 - $5,000
Southern California Speaker, Author, Dog Professional with talks about what humans can learn about behavior change from animals, myth, and science.
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Gabriel Piconero es periodista, productor y emprendedor mendocino con más de 25 años de trayectoria en medios de comunicación, innovación y desarrollo empresarial. Es fundador y director de EntornoPyme, un ecosistema multiplataforma dedicado a visibilizar, capacitar y conectar a emprendedores y pymes de toda la región, que integra un programa radial (emitido por RadioPost FM 92.1), un diario digital (EntornoPyme.info) y contenidos en streaming. Además, lidera RedEmprende, la primera red social para emprendedores de Argentina, creada para impulsar el trabajo colaborativo entre municipios, instituciones y emprendedores, y es creador de TalentoSenior, comunidad enfocada en la Silver Economy y el desarrollo de emprendedores mayores de 50 años, donde promueve conferencias, programas de formación y contenidos sobre reinvención profesional y longevidad productiva. En 2025, asumió la dirección y licencia oficial de TEDxMaipú, evento que se realizará en el Hotel Esplendor – Arena Maipú el 22 de noviembre, reuniendo a destacados oradores locales e internacionales bajo el lema de la inspiración, la innovación y el cambio positivo. Gabriel también impulsa proyectos de comunicación institucional y consultoría a través de EntornoPyme Consulting y La Ventana Prensa, además de coordinar la expansión de sus medios y comunidades en Argentina y Chile.
$1,501 - $5,000
Bryan Widenhouse was given a life without parole sentence when he was 17 years old. During his incarceration he accepted accountability for the harm he caused and chose to serve the community and better himself. Bryan has developed and managed national award-winning projects and programs. He served five terms as president of the prison’s chapter of the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce. In each of those terms they were named the #1 chapter in the nation. Within this organization he also served two years as a state level program manager. In 2005 he received the organization’s highest award, the Junior Chamber International Senatorship. In other areas of service Bryan was an Alternatives to Violence facilitator, a Red Cross instructor, and a peer counselor. He successfully authored a grant to fund a prison art class and helped to develop a victim/offender mediation program. He has obtained three vocational degrees. After the U.S. Supreme Court outlawed life without parole sentences for juveniles, Bryan was granted parole in November 2020. He had served 31 years of incarceration. Shortly after his release he joined the National Life Without Parole Leadership Council with Human Rights Watch. The Council progressively works toward the abolishment of LWOP sentences and advocates for second look agendas. He has spoken to members of Congress, testified to legislators, and helped to develop a Speakers’ Bureau to use his voice and experiences to change the narrative of extreme sentences.
$251 - $1,500
Kumar Thason is an entrepreneur, technologist, and storyteller driven by one central belief: resilience is the new currency of leadership. As Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of HeliosOne.ai, Kumar helps organizations harness the power of AI to build adaptive, resilient enterprises capable of thriving amid disruption. With more than two decades of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and emerging startups through transformation, Kumar blends technical precision with a deep understanding of human behavior. His approach empowers leaders to turn complexity into clarity — and crisis into opportunity. A cornerstone of his work is the R.E.S.E.T. Method™, a leadership and performance framework that helps individuals and organizations cultivate Resilience, Energy, Sustainable Success, Empathy, and Transformation. Through this lens, Kumar teaches audiences how to rebuild their mindset, lead with intention, and design systems that adapt as fast as the world changes. His keynotes and workshops explore the intersection of leadership transformation, AI-driven business resilience, and the evolving role of human creativity in an automated world. He challenges audiences to not only embrace change — but to redefine what it means to lead in the age of AI. When he’s not building future-ready platforms or mentoring the next generation of innovators, Kumar speaks passionately about the mindset shift required to lead with empathy, agility, and intelligence in the digital era.
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