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01/17/2025

Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen, co-founders of Axios, recently published an insightful "Behind the Curtain" , exploring the dramatic shifts reshaping the information landscape. They emphasized how this new era of freer, more open platforms creates opportunities for , trust-building, and meaningful : https://bit.ly/42s0TIL

01/16/2025

Record-breaking polar Preet Chandi is pushing boundaries once again with her ambitious plan to become the first woman to travel solo and unsupported to the North Pole. By pushing and boundaries, Chandi continues to redefine what it means to break barriers and inspire others to pursue their own extraordinary goals:

Record-breaking explorer, who was first woman of colour to complete solo expedition to Antarctica, turns to north

01/08/2025

World-renowned portrait Peter Hurley recently brought his signature energy & expertise to the ALHI Renew You event in Santa Monica.

His dynamic & engaging delivered actionable insights on building , while his live headshot demo left a lasting impression on attendees.

With LAI program consultant Ryan Dotter on-site to ensure everything ran seamlessly, the event was a success!

If you're looking for something different to elevate for your #2025 events, reach out to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BXwKWJ

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉

We're excited to dive into #2025 and help bring your events to life with the best , award-winning services, & exceptional live production.

Whether you’re planning a conference, meeting, or special gathering, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Have questions or ready to get started? Send us a message or visit LeadingAuthorities.com.

12/23/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at Leading Authorities! 🎄✨

We recently stepped back in time to celebrate the season with a 1920s Great Gatsby-inspired holiday party! 🥂🎉

It was a night to remember, and we can’t wait to come back together in the new year, ready to make big things happen.

🎊

12/19/2024

Former Secret Service Agent Evy Poumpouras recently delivered an eye-opening challenging traditional notions of & . Drawing on her life-or-death experiences protecting U.S. Presidents & conducting criminal investigations, Poumpouras introduced a new framework for strength built on action, clarity, and thriving amidst uncertainty:

What if everything you thought you needed to succeed was wrong? What if the qualities we’ve been taught to chase—confidence, motivation, and healing—are actu...

12/18/2024

Retired Gen. Paul Nakasone has taken on his 2nd board role, joining WitnessAI after being appointed to OpenAI’s board earlier this year. In an interview with Axios, Nakasone discussed how his expertise will help drive AI safety and innovation while supporting the company's mission to protect corporate data:

Ret. Gen. Paul Nakasone also joined the board of OpenAI over the summer.

12/17/2024

In a recent with WCJB, the most decorated female , Katie Ledecky, shared stories from her new "Just Add Water." She offered into her preparation for the 2028 Olympics, staying positive in competition, and overcoming challenges—an inspiring message for fans of all ages.

While promoting her new book, Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky sat down with TV20.

12/12/2024

Renowned strategist Dethra Giles recently took the to deliver powerful on fostering employee-centric , offering proven strategies for talent recruitment and .

The was packed with valuable , and our COO, Kate Burns, had the honor of introducing her to the audience!

Learn more about bringing Dethra to your next event: https://bit.ly/3ZEpLuU

12/11/2024

Kelly Monahan, Founder and Managing Director of the Upwork Research Institute, joined IEDP to share from her upcoming , ESSENTIAL (January 2025). Drawing on her experience, she highlighted the shift to human-centered leadership, emphasizing , , and as key to future success: https://bit.ly/49s5DiE

12/10/2024

Julia Pollak, Chief Economist at ZipRecruiter, shared on Asking for a Trend, highlighting growing in the market driven by stock market gains and economic . She revealed that key sectors are powering impressive job growth, signaling bright opportunities ahead: https://yhoo.it/3ZgMcEQ

12/09/2024

World-class blind Erik Weihenmayer takes center stage in a 20-minute film by Red Bull TV, capturing his incredible ascent of a towering rock face in California's Sierra Nevada. Known as the first blind person to conquer Mount Everest and author of , Erik continues to us all by proving that limits are meant to be shattered: https://win.gs/4iltqFc

12/03/2024

Planning to make your 2025 unforgettable?

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Featuring diverse and expertise across a range of , these thought leaders are ready to inform, engage, and inspire your .

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🔹 : Eric Traupe, Former CIA Assistant Director; Sue Gordon, Former Top-Ranking Intelligence Officer

🔹 : Paul Ryan, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (2015-2019); Jim VandeHei & Mike Allen, Co-Founders of Axios and POLITICO

🔹 : Paul Nakasone, Former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command & Kemba Walden, Former Acting U.S. National Cyber Director

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11/28/2024

Happy from all of us at Leading Authorities 🧡

This year, we’re especially for the incredible people we have the privilege to work with, serve, and represent, as well as the amazing events we’ve hosted, collaborated on, and attended.

From our family to yours, we’re grateful for your partnership and support. Here’s to an outstanding 2025 ahead!

11/27/2024

Leadership and expert Lisa Jaster, the first female Army reservist to graduate from the Ranger School, recently shared how her groundbreaking achievement has transformed perceptions of and emphasized veterans’ ongoing dedication to community improvement:

In honor of Veterans Day, an event featuring the first female Army reservist to graduate Ranger School was held Monday at Grand Valley State University's downtown campus.

11/26/2024

Sue Gordon, former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, recently joined fellow LAI exclusive speaker Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation to discuss the pressing challenges facing U.S. and transitions: https://cbsn.ws/4i3lSqm

The following is a transcript of an interview with Sue Gordon, principal deputy director of National Intelligence in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.

11/15/2024

Noelle Russell, founder of the Leadership Institute, recently headlined DC Startup Week with a on AI and business. The American Bazaar highlighted her talk, where Russell shared personal stories and strategies for creating ethical, inclusive AI solutions:

From personal struggles to professional triumphs, the AI Leadership Institute founder urges entrepreneurs to harness the power of AI while prioritizing ethics, inclusivity, and human values.

11/14/2024

Michael Morell, former Deputy Director of the CIA, recently launched a MasterClass on leadership and critical thinking. Entrepreneur recapped the course, where Morell shared strategies he used in high-pressure situations, like briefing President Bush on 9/11 and negotiating in North Korea:

The CIA's former deputy director Michael Morell knows how to perform under pressure. He shares leadership lessons and how to use body language to detect a lie.