Jan 25, 2024
10 NEW and Exciting Keynote Speakers
Are you on the lookout for some new, hot, and exciting keynote speakers who can energize your audience? Look no further! We’re thrilled to introduce you to some fresh talent that has just been added to our site. Whether you’re looking for a dynamic storyteller or an expert in a particular field, our selection of new keynote speakers has you covered. So why not spice up your next event with a truly dynamic speaker? Check out our newest additions today and book your next keynote speaker with confidence!
Zack Kass
Zack Kass stands out as one of the brightest minds in AI today, with a robust 14-year journey at the epicenter of technological evolution. His significant tenure as Head of Go To Market at OpenAI put him front and center building AI strategies with many of the biggest companies in the world. His role in converting state of the art research into real-world business applications has positioned him as one the the foremost thinkers in Applied AI.
Sohee Jun
Sohee Jun, Ph.D., is a premier leadership coach, TEDx speaker, Forbes Coaches Council member, Amazon bestselling author, and a highly sought-after keynote speaker, leadership development expert and facilitator. With over 20 years in the corporate world, Sohee has worked with Fortune 500 companies, including those in the Entertainment, Production & Media sectors, such as Netflix, Fox, Disney, Shondaland, Spectrum, and many more; and has been mentored by globally recognized top executive coaches, including Marshall Goldsmith. She is on a mission to amplify women’s strengths through customized growth plans for reflection and real-world use.
Arthur Brooks
Arthur C. Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School, and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. He is also a columnist at The Atlantic, where he writes the popular “How to Build a Life” column. Brooks is the author of 13 books, including the 2023 #1 New York Times bestseller Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier with co-author Oprah Winfrey, and the 2022 #1 New York Times bestseller From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. He speaks to audiences all around the world about human happiness and works to raise well-being within private companies, universities, public agencies, and community organizations.
Jennifer Blankl
Jennifer Blankl, Certified Relationship & Marriage Coach as seen LIVE every other week on Portland’s KOIN News, works privately with hardworking, success-driven professionals to help them ignite a whole new level of connection, joy, and intimacy with their love partner, EVEN when they feel they don’t have the time, energy, or desire to do the “work”… so they can stop living like roommates and feel loved, appreciated, and supported by their partner within 90 days without therapy.
Justin Guarini
From the tender age of 4 years old, when he was accepted into the prestigious Atlanta Boys Choir program, Justin has been in love with entertainment. Over the past 20 years, Justin has entertained hundreds of millions of fans all over the world. From his breakout run on the groundbreaking first season of American Idol (performing live, in front of 30 million viewers each week and finishing 2nd overall), touring across America in sold out arenas of 30,000 screaming fans, to starring in 7 musicals and plays in principal roles on Broadway, to hosting live televised red carpet events for the Grammys/Emmys/Tonys, to his award winning 7-year long commercial campaign as the lovable “Lil’ Sweet” for Dr. Pepper, to sharing his hard-won entertainment expertise in his best selling book “Audition Secrets”…Justin prides himself on delivering a diverse, memorable, and outstanding entertainment experience for everyone he serves.
Tara Renze
Tara is an emotional intelligence practitioner, accomplished author and keynote speaker, fueled by an unwavering mission to empower individuals to embrace their authenticity and “be who they came to be.” Her inspiring journey was sparked over 16 years ago by a letter her 87-year-old grandmother wrote to her infant son, containing a profound message that simply said, “be who you came to be.” In those six words, Tara found the courage to embrace her own authenticity and create, own and live the life she desired. Now, she dedicates her life to helping others elevate their emotional intelligence to unleash their purpose, ignite their authenticity, and cultivate enduring happiness, success, love and fulfillment across all aspects of their lives.
Leopoldo Lopez
Leopoldo López is a Freedom Activist from Venezuela. He was a political prisoner from 2014 to 2020 after being sentenced to fourteen years in prison for leading non-violent street protests and civil resistance in 2014. After spending seven years in confinement, he managed to escape the autocratic regime of Nicolas Maduro in October of 2020 and was able to travel to Spain where he lives with his family.
Wendee Lee Curtis
Wendee Lee Curtis is a veteran news anchor and Broadway performer bringing the art of news-level production, live entertainment, and the magic of connection to your virtual, hybrid and in-person events. Her experience in both the corporate and theatrical worlds makes her an ideal presenter for hybrid events that need to reach all attendees, virtual or in-house, to be memorable. With her expert knowledge and powerful presence, Wendee will keep your audience engaged from beginning to end. A faculty member at Cornell University, Wendee teaches MBA candidates and legacy leaders how to be candid, confident and captivating on camera.
Perry McCarthy
From working 14 hours per day 7 days a week on North Sea oil rigs to fund his early career, to finally becoming a Grand Prix driver, he constantly overcame huge hurdles, including serious injury, to pursue his dream. Starting late in life and with no money, Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone told McCarthy that his chances of making it to F1 were about a million to one against. Perry’s bubbly character coupled with his determination, resilience, and absolute refusal to concede defeat beat those odds and has made him a highly popular personality within the sport.
Jason Bevan
From innovation & creativity keynote talks Packed with insider secrets, to movie footage and inspiration from 19 years working in the big film world, Jason shows how innovation and creativity has become one of our most valuable and potent business skills where humans still outperform the growing powers of artificial intelligence. He demystifies the psychology of how we generate ideas with simple logic and gives clear, easy to follow steps and tools we can all apply to our work and home lives, regardless of our walk of life. All taken from some of the most creative people in the film world; Jason’s talks show how we can tap into the creativity and storytelling skills we already have, but often don’t use…including people that don’t think they are innovative!
Did one of these keynote speakers catch your attention? Contact BigSpeak Speakers bureau at info@bigspeak.com to inquire about booking today.