Kim Case

It IS possible to move out of hurt and into healing

• Transforming lives through hope and healing
• Kim’s heartfelt explanation of the journey to overcome encourages women & men alike as they meander through the muddy waters called life.

Kim “Daisy” Nelson

Kim “Daisy” was born to cook!

Kim’s message will encompass having the determination, tenacity, and fortitude with her dream and having it come true. There will be great nuggets for the audience to apply immediately.

Kim Penny

Focus on the hope that lies ahead

• Author of the book Mountain View
• Survivor
• Motivator
• Former Division 1 College Athlete
• Wife and mother to twin daughters
• National 30 Under 30 Recognition – Realtor Magazine

Kimberly Bryant

Founder of Black Girls CODE, a non-profit dedicated to introducing girls of color to the field of technology 

• Successful 25+ year professional career as an engineer in a series of technical leadership roles for Fortune 100 companies such as Genetech, Merck, and Pfizer.
• Founder of Black Girls Code, a nonprofit dedicated to changing the face of technology by introducing girls of color to the STEM fields with a concentration in entrepreneurial concepts.  The organization has chapters all across the United States and in Johannesburg, S. Africa.
• Prestigious Pahara-Aspen Education Fellow, a two-year program (by invitation only) that targets innovative leaders in educational initiatives who are focused on improving the quality of the education experience available to low-income children.
• Google presented Black Girls Code with over 2000 sq.ft in their headquarters for BCG’s east coast operations and workshops (FORTUNE Magazine, 2016: CLICK HERE).  Other major brand partnerships include General Motors, Apple, and Colgate.
• Awards: Champion for Change (The White House), American Ingenuity Award (Smithsonian), Women Who Rule in Technology (Politico), Oprah Winfrey / Toyota Standing O-vation, and Business Insider’s list of the 25 Most Influential African-Americans in Technology to name a few.

Kindra Hall

Learn the power of your story!

• As seen in Glamour Magazine, Success Magazine, Entrepreneur.com and Inc.com
• 2017 Guest Faculty at the Harvard Medical School
• Published author
• Supporting author for national publications and New York Times bestselling authors
• Former VP of Sales & Director of Marketing for Inc 5000 fastest growing company
• Former board member of the National Storytelling Network
• Master’s Degree in Organizational Communication and Management

Kit Grant

Pushes people, organizations and associations to get the results they deserve

• Inducted into the speaker hall of fame
• Kit is hilarious!! Kit is not categorized as a corporate comedian – Kit delivers life’s lessons with humor!
• One of 8 people only to receive the international ambassador award for service to the speaking industry worldwide
• Served as the world president and chair of the executive council of the international federation for professional speakers from 2001-2002 which included the national associations of Australia, the Baltics, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and the USA
• Author of the book Customer Service, Who Really Cares, the on-line course Win/Win Supervision, and the audio albums Who’s the Boss… The Manager As A Coach, Service 1st, and Win/Win Selling and DVD Programs Why Are They So Difficult and How To Get The Results You Deserve

Kori Bloom Lauritsen

Whole-Person Leadership. In Every Room.

Kori Bloom is a high-energy keynote speaker, author, and leadership coach who helps people connect who they are to how they lead at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

Through her signature frameworks Conscious, Not Crazy™, Better, Not Perfect™, and Lead Yourself First™, Kori empowers leaders, educators, and parents to move from reactivity to clarity, from pressure to purpose, and from performance-driven habits to people-centered culture.

Her Whole-Person Leadership approach blends humor, honesty, and real-world tools to help audiences lead themselves first, creating calmer homes, stronger teams, and healthier workplaces.

Kori’s message resonates across corporate, nonprofit, and education settings because it is simple and human: who you are matters more than what you do.

Based in Kansas City, Kori delivers both in-person and virtual presentations nationwide.

Kristel Bauer

Top Impact Speaker, award-winning author of Work-Life Tango, and Integrative Medicine Fellow with a psychiatry background helping leaders and teams achieve sustainable high performance in high-pressure environments. Speaks on leadership, resilience, burnout prevention, mindset, well-being, change, and high-performance habits.

• Leadership & Sustainable High Performance Keynote Speaker · Top Impact Speaker · Award-Winning Author
• • 2026 Top Impact Speaker, Real Leaders Magazine
  • TEDx Speaker
  • Award-Winning Author of Work-Life Tango
  • Host of the Top 1.5% Global Podcast, Live Greatly
  • Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with expertise in behavior change, resilience, and performance
  • Equips leaders and teams with practical strategies to perform at their best without burning out
  • Known for highly engaging programs that combine science-backed insights with actionable takeaways
  • Trusted by organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to leading associations and public-sector agencies
  • Featured in NBC, ABC, FOX, and Forbes

Kristen Hadeed

In college, Kristen launched Student Maid, a cleaning company that became known on a global scale for its culture and ability to engage the next generation. Now she helps teams and leaders all over the world ignite human leadership and build a culture where trust, connection, and engagement are the norm.

• Launched Student Maid, a cleaning company, while in college and grew it into one that employed thousands and became known on a global scale for its culture and ability to engage the next generation
• Had delivered thousands of keynotes and workshops across the globe over the last decade
• Host of the Human Leadership Program with thousands of alumni to date
• Has worked alongside Simon Sinek for more than a decade
• Named one of the “Top 100 HR Influencers of 2022” by Engagedly; included on a list of the “World’s Top 10 CEOs” by Inc.; featured in Fast Company for speaking style
• Interviewed on “The Today Show”
• Two-time TEDx Speaker
• Author of Permission to Screw Up, which has sold more than 50,000 copies worldwide. Second book in progress! Slated to be published in Fall 2026
• Author of a weekly leadership blog with thousands of subscribers

Kristen Johnson Brogan

Registered Dietitian, Mindful Living Expert and Professional Speaker

• Registered Dietitian and Author of best-seller cookbook, Target to Table: Delicious & Healthy Meals One Superfood at a Time.
• Superfood Chef
• Lifestyle Influencer
• Kristen connects with close to 100,000 people a year in keynote presentations and corporate trainings.
• Kristen has appeared on national news stations where she showed viewers how to prepare healthy meals that taste good!
• Served as the first retail dietitian for one of the largest health food stores in the country.
• Serves on the Board of Directors at the Chicago Chamber of Commerce.