Find the right speaker for your next event
James Valentine, CFA, started his career as an equity research analyst, where the major North American investor polls ranked him among the top three in his sector for ten consecutive years and Forbes identified him, as one of the top three among all 2,000 U.S. sell-side analysts. At the height of his career as an analyst, he was asked to take on a newly-created role as Director of Training for Morgan Stanley’s Global Research department. After implementing a new global training program for 500 analysts and associates, he realized far too many buy-side and sell-side analysts were approaching this profession without a strategy, which held them back from generating alpha. To remedy this, he began his independent effort by writing the top-selling book Best Practices for Equity Research Analysts and then founded AnalystSolutions, to help all analysts and prospective analysts improve their stock picking and receive greater recognition for those calls.
Request Pricing
Amy C. Waninger works with organizations across the country to build inclusive cultures and develop diverse leaders. She is the Founder and CEO of Lead at Any Level and the author of multiple books, including "Network Beyond Bias: Making Diversity a Competitive Advantage for Your Career." Amy is a Professional Member of National Speakers Association, a Certified Virtual Presenter, and a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner. Her other credentials include two degrees from Indiana University and a "World's Best Mom" coffee mug.
Request Pricing
Meredith is an internationally-recognized researcher, writer, speaker and expert in the alternative investment industry with over 19 years of experience. She is the author of Women of The Street: Why Female Money Managers Generate Higher Returns (And How You Can Too), which won an Axiom Award Gold Medal in 2016. She was also named as an Inc. magazine’s “17 Inspiring Women To Watch in 2017” and serves on the Board of Directors for Rock the Street, Wall Street a non-profit that provides one-year financial and investment literacy courses for high school girls. She focuses on industry trends with an eye to providing actionable insights and information. Her research on emerging managers and women- and minority-run funds created new investment categories. It has changed the way investors and money managers behave - both in the way investors allocate and how money managers market to and seek investors.
Request Pricing
Award winning baker & Mompreneur, Shennice Cleckley is a 16-year business owner, author, marriage and business coach. She is the co-founder of Our Marriage Rocks coaching firm and owner of My Dessert Bar Bakery. She is the author of the Mommy and Lewis children's book series. Together with her husband LeBrian, they have 4 kids & 1 grandchild. Shennice uses her jovial personality and zest for life to encourage others to be an active participant in their life & not a spectator. Shennice wows audiences with her unique ability to stimulate the atmosphere with excitement & motivation which leaves them the lasting feelings of hope & empowerment. Shennice enjoys speaking on the topics of motherhood, entrepreneurship, publishing, unorthodox faith, blended families, Christian marriage and women's ministry.
Request Pricing
James Ware, CFA is the founder of Focus Consulting Group, a firm dedicated to helping investment leaders leverage their talent. James is also a highly acclaimed industry author and international speaker on the subjects of investment leadership, culture and building high performing teams. A frequent keynote speaker at CFA Institute, Mutual Fund Educational Alliance, Investment Adviser Association, U.S. Institute and other major industry conferences, James is recognized for his insightful, inspiring and entertaining presentations. His recent books, “Investment Leadership: Building a Winning Culture for Long-Term Success” (Wiley, 2003) and High Performing Investment Teams (Wiley, 2006) identify those elements of leadership and teamwork that lead to sustainable success for investment firms. James has 20 years’ experience as a research analyst, portfolio manager, and director of buy-side investment operations. He has been a guest lecturer on the topic of investment firm management at the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. His educational background includes a Masters’ in Business from the University of Chicago and a degree in philosophy from Williams College, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa.
Request Pricing
Kevin inspires and motivates everyone with whom he engages. He is a proven game-changer with a unique passion for positivity and driving excellence. Kevin holds an MBA in Accounting and Finance from York College of Pennsylvania and a BS in Economics from West Chester University. He has executive and personal experience in various industries ranging from financial services to media to sourcing and distribution to technology. He currently serves as the Chief Experience Officer at The Wolf Organization, LLC, where he is responsible for championing large-scale initiatives that transform the business.
$5,001 - $10,000
I’m an introvert.* I was a low-scorer academically. I studied art and design, then graphic design, got a job as a video game level designer, fell in love with performing stand-up comedy, became a full-time stand-up, gave it up after not becoming a stand-up star, went back to games and started a family. While working at Sony Cambridge I saw a really bad presentation and realised that all the writing and performance skills I’d learnt as a stand-up needed to put to good use: transforming everyone into confident speakers. Too many people have suffered watching boring speakers, delivering dreadful material. I decided things needed to change. I set up my own coaching business, and after much hard work I have flourished, having found my place in the world. Lucky me, eh? I relate to tech people – who are typically introverted – because I have had a similar experience. I connect because I have a ton of stand-up skills and… well, I like people. I really enjoy immediately getting them past the first simple barrier: their perception of their own communication skill level. It’s simple to get past it and then build on that foundation. I have a strong sense of honour: I like to be open, friendly and extremely punctual. * I claim ‘introvert’ because – despite being able to do extravert things – although I thrive when speaking in front of a group, I can only relax and recharge when I’m alone.
$251 - $1,500
Phil has served in leadership positions for over thirty-five years. He is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Gallup Engagement Champion, and served on the Baldrige Board of Examiners. He is founder and President of PLG Leadership a consulting practice with the mission to help organizations to be strength-based, engagement focused and performance oriented. He received his undergraduate degree from Western Kentucky University where he graduated cum laude. Phil is an effective communicator that has the ability to put his thoughts into words in an informative, interesting and entertaining manner. Phil has a son named Jack. He is an avid runner who enjoys training and running races from 5K's to marathons including the Boston Marathon. He is a licensed pilot who loves both flying and talking about flying.
Request Pricing
A Project, Programme and Portfolio Management Consultant with experience in complex and global programmes/projects developed over 10 years of client based work. I am a Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt) professional. Effective communicator with full project life-cycle knowledge of: - eCommerce, Omni-Channel and App delivery - SDLC - Risk, Issue and Change Management; - Project and Programme office set-up; - Stakeholder and supplier management; - Cohort Analysis; - Resource Planning; - Budgetary Management; - Business process development, improvement and implementation.
Request Pricing
Artist, Author, Teacher, Storyteller Specializing in helping women find their voice and passion, learn from their past, and explore where they still long to go. My desire is to present sometimes tricky information in an easy-to-understand way including humor and personal stories. I write and speak from a Christian point of view with user-friendly, non-judgmental Biblical principles. I can tailor a presentation just for your group and your mission.
$251 - $1,500
Hello, I'm Sandy Gennaro. I'm a professional drummer/percussionist as well as speaker-educator-motivator living in Nashville. During my half-century as a musician I've performed for over a billion people in over 30 countries on 4 continents with artists such as Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Monkees, Bo Diddley, Johnny Winter, Whitford-St Holmes Band, Michael Bolton, Robin Gibb and The Pat Travers Band. Rock, Blues, Country and Pop are my specialties. My TV appearances include The Tonight Show (4x), Late night with David Letterman, The Grammy Awards, The American Music Awards, The MTV Video Music Awards, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, American Bandstand, Access Hollywood and Entertainment Tonight as well as National TV in Canada, Europe, The Far East and South America. As an educator, I've taught private lessons, master classes and seminars for 27 years at the Drummers Collective (NYC) and maintain my private practice here in Nashville TN. I've inaugurated the Music Business Program at The Collective which is still in use today. In addition to drum instruction, I address career guidance, audition/recording/touring preparation and the business of music. I've been a counselor at over 15 of David Fishof's Rock and Roll Fantasy Camps including the team building corporate Camps held nationwide. My interactive, multimedia, corporate/academic speaking presentation "Beating the Drums and Beating the Odds" will excite and engage the audience with "live drumming to the hits" and personal behind the scenes stories to illustrate my B.E.A.T.S concept. B.E.A.T.S. is an acronym standing for: Belief, Enthusiasm, Attitude, Tenacity and Service. These concepts are used to illustrate my core principals. The take-aways are applicable to all careers on any level. I have spoken for FedEX, Belmont University, Pacific Hotel Management, The US Space and Rocket Center, School of Rock and the Sam Ash Corp. You can reach me at sandy@sandygennaro.com or 615.663.3123.
Request Pricing
Accomplished speaker, author and consultant. Jeff will energize any crowd that listens to him talk about examples of growing business in creative and relate able connections. Passionate and wise is most often used to describe Jeff as he brings light to his own story of starting his Medical wellness practice and then catapulting his expertise into the Hospitality Industry. Advising a variety of clients including, Medical Practices, golf courses, restaurants and small business. You don't want top miss this engaging speaker
Request Pricing