Founder of Trend Hunter and consultant to companies like NASA, Visa, Adidas, and McDonalds, innovation oracle Jeremy Gutsche wants to redirect the way you think about your future, which will inarguably be mechanized by and around AI. In this dazzling, fast-paced talk, Gutsche guides you and your audience through the different forms of AI that we’ll be working with, and how they’ll change the way we interpret and use data, modify interfaces, and eventually move beyond human intelligence.
Founder of Trend Hunter and consultant to companies like NASA, Visa, Adidas, and McDonalds, innovation oracle Jeremy Gutsche wants to redirect the way you think about your future, which will inarguably be mechanized by and around AI. In this dazzling, fast-paced talk, Gutsche guides you and your audience through the different forms of AI that we’ll be working with, and how they’ll change the way we interpret and use data, modify interfaces, and eventually move beyond human intelligence.Solving Business Challenges | Doug StephensThe Lavin Agency2024-10-02 | Transforming Challenges into Your Future Competitive Advantage.
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We live in a world right now where minimum wage is not keeping up with inflation and the housing market is sky high. What does this mean for businesses? What can businesses do to help people and what will that do for there business in return?
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Interested in booking speakers for your event? Get in touch with us to learn more: thelavinagency.com/contactNASA’s Greatest Achievement | Margot Lee ShetterlyThe Lavin Agency2024-09-24 | The Mathematicians from NASA that brought us to the moon. What we learned can bring us to mars.
Margot Lee Shetterly’s Hidden Figures—the #1 NYT bestseller that inspired the #1 movie—is the true story of the Black women mathematicians who helped NASA land a man on the moon. Growing up, Margot heard these women’s stories from her father, a research scientist at NASA. It was only later in life that she realized how little these women’s contributions were known throughout the rest of the country—and decided she would make a change. In talks, Margot celebrates these unsung heroes, teasing out issues of race, gender, science, and innovation against the backdrop of WWII and the Civil Rights Era.
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Interested in booking speakers for your event? Get in touch with us to learn more: thelavinagency.com/contactSpike Lee Talks Childhood, Teaching and HistoryThe Lavin Agency2024-09-15 | Spike Lee needs no introduction. In person, the provocateur and media icon is never at a loss for words. As one of the most outspoken African American voices, he talks candidly, and with authority, about issues of race in mainstream media and Hollywood, using as a backdrop a rare behind-the-scenes look at his celebrated body of work.
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Interested in booking speakers for your event? Get in touch with us to learn more: thelavinagency.com/contactAre We Too Late? Our Climate is Changing | David Wallace-WellsThe Lavin Agency2024-08-22 | The future is being transformed by climate change faster and more dramatically than we realized. Lavin speaker David Wallace-Wells discusses the causes and effects of climate change and what we need to do to preserve Earth's resilience to human pressure.
Interested in booking speakers for your event? Get in touch with us to learn more: thelavinagency.com/contactThe Top 10 Leadership Speakers for 2025: Inclusion, Innovation, AI, and MoreThe Lavin Agency2024-08-13 | Interested in booking one of these speakers for your event? Get in touch with us to learn more: thelavinagency.com/contact/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Top+Leadership+Speakers+Highlight+Reel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Leadership isn't simply a skill. It's a science—and an art. Lavin is proud to represent not only the world's top leadership speakers, but the world's top leaders, period. From the scientist who pioneered the concept of grit, to the first Latina in space, these dynamic keynote speakers offer new and surprising perspectives on leadership drawn from their unique backgrounds and experiences. Their talks are vital for leaders at all levels, and anyone looking to elevate their company to greater productivity and innovation.
#angeladuckworth #grit #neilhoyne #googlestrategist #ellenochoa #latinainspace #denisehamilton #indivisible #book #greghoffman #nike #cmo #yvonnecamus #ecochallenge #dannysouthwick #nfl #psychologist #marycmurphy #growthmindset #justinreilly #wavelo #ceo #manjitminhas #minhasbrewery #womeninleadership #keynotespeaker #keynotespeakers #leadershipspeaker #motivationalkeynote #inspirationalspeaker #topkeynotespeaker #conferencespeaker #leadershipkeynote #businessspeaker #innovationkeynote #tedspeakerHave We Forgotten History? - Margaret AtwoodThe Lavin Agency2024-08-11 | Margaret Atwood discusses the lessons history has taught us and if we have been actionable on what we've learned.
Margaret Atwood has long been a literary titan, and her words continue to resonate with every generation. Her landmark novel The Handmaid’s Tale (1985) was awarded the Governor General’s Literary Award for English-language fiction.
#MargaretAtwood #TheLavinAgency #LearningWill AI Take Your Job? | Nicholas ThompsonThe Lavin Agency2024-07-17 | Lavin speaker Nicholas Thompson, former editor-in-chief of WIRED and now CEO of The Atlantic, discusses the profound impact of AI on job security and the future of various professions. He explains that job longevity hinges on whether technology can replace it, not on salary. Nick believes that jobs requiring high social interaction and creativity, such as diplomats and barbers, are less likely to be replaced, as well as roles needing trust and human judgment, like medical professionals. With unparalleled access to top tech leaders, Nick reveals how to leverage AI to thrive in an evolving landscape.
#NicholasThompson #AIImpact #JobSecurity #FutureOfWork #AIRevolution #TechnologyAndJobs #SocialInteraction #CreativityInWork #AIAndHumanJudgment #TechLeadership #AIinBusiness #AIApplications #TechTrends #AIInnovation #FutureOfAI #HumanImplications #AIIntegration #AITransformation #AIAndHumanity #TechVisionary #tedspeaker #keynotespeaker #speaker #ArtificialIntelligence #AItechnology #MachineLearning #DeepLearning #AIinnovation #FutureTech #SmartTech #DigitalTransformation #TechRevolution #AIdevelopmentWhat Is AI? Artificial Intelligence Explained | Radhika DirksThe Lavin Agency2024-07-12 | Lavin Speaker Radhika Dirks, founder of the first-ever “AI moonshot factory” and one of Forbes’ 30 Women in AI to Watch, emphasizes the importance of a clear vision when integrating AI into business and personal endeavors. She advises against starting with a technology-first approach, advocating instead for bold, ambitious visions. Using examples like Ford's horseless carriage and the Wright brothers' dream of flight, Radhika highlights the transformative power of thinking big in this era of AI.
#RadhikaDirks #AIVision #AIIntegration #Innovation #AIinBusiness #GenerativeAI #FutureOfAI #AILeadership #TechVisionary #AITransformation #HumanImplications #AIRevolution #BusinessInnovation #BoldVisions #AIAndHumanity #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #MachineLearning #DeepLearning #AIFuture #TechTrends #AItechnology #AIApplications #AIResearch #AIDevelopment #AIImpacts #AIEthics #ArtificialIntelligence #AItechnology #MachineLearning #DeepLearning #AIinnovation #FutureTech #SmartTech #DigitalTransformation #TechRevolution #AIdevelopmentMusic Can Reveal Our Shared Humanity | Vijay GuptaThe Lavin Agency2024-07-09 | Lavin Speaker Vijay Gupta, founder of Street Symphony and co-founder of the Skid Row Arts Alliance, believes all art transforms pain, grief, and trauma into nourishment. In this video, Vijay shares his experience playing at Patton State Hospital, where a patient’s request for familiar music taught him the importance of empathy and connection. Through Street Symphony, Vijay brings music to those recovering from homelessness, incarceration, and poverty, emphasizing compassion and community. Hailed by The New Yorker as a "visionary violinist," Vijay shows us creative ways to revitalize hope and belonging through music.
#VijayGupta #StreetSymphony #SkidRow #EmpathyThroughMusic #HealingPowerOfMusic #CommunityThroughMusic #CompassionAndArt #TransformingTrauma #PublicSpeaking #LavinAgency #TedSpeaker #InspirationalSpeaker #LeadershipSpeaker #PsychologySpeaker #ConferenceSpeaker #Activism #Humanitarianism #SocialJustice #CommunityEmpowerment #CompassionInAction #SocialChange #EqualityForAll #HumanRights #Inclusion #Advocacy #SocialImpact #CommunitySupport #Empathy #CivicEngagement #SocialGood #music #musichealingLearning How Marathon Runners Set Goals | Adam AlterThe Lavin Agency2024-07-04 | Goals are absolutely essential in driving behavior - Adam Alter, NYU Marketing Professor and bestselling author of "Irresistible" and "Anatomy of a Breakthrough." Adam explores how setting clear, achievable goals can significantly enhance motivation and engagement in various activities. Using examples like marathon running and children's brushing routines, he illustrates how well-designed goals influence our actions and help us push beyond our limits. Adam's insights reveal the profound impact that goal-setting can have on human behavior, encouraging us to harness this power in our everyday lives.
Learning How Marathon Runners Set Goals | Adam Alter - The Lavin AgencyHow Do You Encourage Design Thinking in Others? | Cas HolmanThe Lavin Agency2024-06-26 | The biggest challenge for leaders is encouraging creativity in others. Cas Holman knows how you can do it. The award-winning designer of the Rigamajig, Cas develops toys that encourage radical, out-of-the-box creativity in children and adults alike. In this video, she explains the story behind the Rigamajig, and how she cultivated a space where there is no right answer by using strategies like offering prompts instead of instructions.
#CasHolman #Rigamajig #CreativeLeadership #EncouragingCreativity #OutOfTheBoxThinking #AwardWinningDesigner #CreativeToys #InnovationInPlay #RadicalCreativity #ChildDevelopment #AdultCreativity #PromptsOverInstructions #PrideMonth #Pride2024 #LGBTQ #PrideInCreativity #InclusivePlay #DesignForAll #CreativeSpaces #InspiringCreativity #LavinSpeaker #KeynoteSpeaker #LavinAgency #PublicSpeakerThe Importance of Telling Joyfully Queer Stories | Gabby RiveraThe Lavin Agency2024-06-21 | “This is not going to be some sad gay story. This is going to be triumphant. This is ancestral triumph, and it’s going to be fun,” says Gabby Rivera, author of "Juliet Takes a Breath." Gabby, a Lavin Exclusive Speaker and the first Latina to write for Marvel Comics, who penned the solo series "AMERICA" about a portal-punching queer Latina named America Chavez, grew up in the Bronx, where the strong women in her community taught her the power of softness, gentleness, and humor. Frustrated by the lack of positive queer stories, she wrote "Juliet Takes a Breath" at 22, focusing on a queer, Puerto Rican, body-positive protagonist who thrives and loves herself.
In this exclusive clip, Gabby discusses the joy and triumph of queer identity and community depicted in her book. Initially self-published, the book gained support and was eventually picked up by Penguin Random House, leading to a wider release and adaptations. Gabby emphasizes the need for authentic representation of Latinas and women of color in literature. Join us to hear how Gabby's work continues to inspire and transform storytelling.
#PrideMonth #JulietTakesABreath #QueerStories #GabbyRivera #LatinaAuthors #LavinSpeaker #QueerIdentity #BodyPositivity #AmericanChavez #PositiveRepresentation #LatinxLiterature #PenguinRandomHouse #DiverseBooks #GraphicNovel #QueerCommunity #InspiringStories #MarvelComics #AmericaChavez #Pride2024 #LGBTQ #PrideStories #PrideCelebrationJuneteenth Is a Celebration of Our Quest for Equality | Annette Gordon ReedThe Lavin Agency2024-06-19 | Every year on Juneteenth, we commemorate the fall of slavery, which was ended in Texas on June 19, 1865. Annette Gordon-Reed, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and author of On Juneteenth, is one of the key voices who brought this holiday into the national conversation. In this exclusive video, she explains how she used to understand the holiday as "a Black version of July 4"—and how she came to understand it as a celebration of our long quest for true equity. In talks Annette reveals how this holiday can be a moment for us all—not just Black Texans—to reflect on the progress we've made and commit to our ongoing fight for true freedom and racial justice.
#Juneteenth #AnnetteGordonReed #OnJuneteenth #CivilWarHistory #EqualityForAll #AmericanHistory #ConstitutionalAmendments #DeclarationOfIndependence #NationalHoliday #JuneteenthHistory #JuneteenthAwareness #BlackHistory #EmancipationDay #HistoricalNarratives #LavinSpeaker #JuneteenthCelebration #KeynoteSpeaker #LavinAgency #PublicSpeaker #HistoricalEducation #EndOfSlavery #June19 #1865 #PulitzerPrize #RacialJustice #Equity #HolidayHistory #TrueFreedom #Commemoration #TexasHistory #BlackTexans #NationalConversation #ProgressAndJustice #HistoricalReflection #QuestForEquityJuneteenth Brings Our Quest for Equality to the Forefront | Annette Gordon-ReedThe Lavin Agency2024-06-17 | Since the Civil War, our country has been working towards the ideal of equality for all. The story of Juneteenth gives us a unique vantage point into this fight: from the amendments that transformed the Constitution to the Declaration of Independence. Lavin speaker Annette Gordon-Reed is the author of On Juneteenth and one of the key voices who brought this holiday into the national consciousness. In this exclusive video, she explains how this history can show us where we've been—and where we're going.
#Juneteenth #AnnetteGordonReed #OnJuneteenth #CivilWarHistory #EqualityForAll #AmericanHistory #ConstitutionalAmendments #DeclarationOfIndependence #NationalHoliday #JuneteenthHistory #JuneteenthAwareness #BlackHistory #EmancipationDay #HistoricalNarratives #LavinSpeaker #JuneteenthCelebration #KeynoteSpeaker #LavinAgency #PublicSpeaker #HistoricalEducationTo Tell the True Story of Our History, We Must Face the Difficult Parts Too | Clint SmithThe Lavin Agency2024-06-13 | Explore America's history through a balanced lens in this insightful video featuring Clint Smith, a Lavin Exclusive Speaker and #1 New York Times bestselling author of "How the Word Is Passed." Using Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's home, as a focal point, Clint examines the nation's legacy of both promise and oppression. By delving into the narratives of slavery at various historical sites, he offers a nuanced perspective on our past.
Clint emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the complexities of figures like Jefferson, who championed equality while also enslaving people. By understanding the full spectrum of stories that shape our history, as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. advocated, Clint believes we can better comprehend our present and work towards a more just future.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackHistory #EmancipationDay #JuneteenthCelebration #AfricanAmericanHistory #JuneteenthHoliday #JuneteenthEvents #JuneteenthHeritage #CelebrateJuneteenth #AmericanHistory #ThomasJefferson #ClintSmith #HowTheWordIsPassed #SlaveryInAmerica #HistoricalNarratives #FacingHistory #ComplexLegacy #HistoryEducation #ContradictoryLegacy #LavinSpeaker #KeynoteSpeaker #LavinAgency #PublicSpeakerSharing Our Stories Opens the Door for Others | George M. JohnsonThe Lavin Agency2024-06-06 | To understand the transformative power of personal and historical narratives, especially from marginalized communities, watch this insightful video featuring Lavin speaker George M Johnson.
George, a New York Times bestselling author of "All Boys Aren’t Blue" and "We Are Not Broken", Emmy nominee and LGBTQIA+ activist, emphasizes the impact of storytelling on both individuals and communities. They reference historical queer narratives from slavery, the Harlem Renaissance, and the Stonewall riots, highlighting progress and setbacks in LGBTQ+ rights, including the HIV epidemic. George addresses ongoing issues like fatphobia and colorism within the LGBTQ+ community, stressing the need for raw, transparent storytelling. Watch to grasp the critical role of diverse voices in shaping our history and future.
#LGBTQStories #PrideMonth #QueerHistory #GeorgeMJohnson #LGBTQActivism #BlackJoy #SocialJustice #Storytelling #DiverseVoices #QueerIdentity #CommunityBuilding #MarginalizedVoices #Fatphobia #Colorism #StonewallRiots #HarlemRenaissance #SlaveryNarratives #Pride2024 #LGBTQHistory #PrideCelebration #PrideStories #PrideMonth2024 #PrideCommunity #QueerPride #PrideMovement #LGBTQPride #PersonalNarratives #HistoricalNarrativesUsing AI as a Quick Fix? Youre Thinking Too Small | Ajay AgrawalThe Lavin Agency2024-05-31 | To succeed in the evolving world of transportation, you must understand the profound impact of navigational AI. Ajay Agrawal, a leading expert in AI and founder of the Creative Destruction Lab, has spent over a decade at the forefront of AI and innovation, accelerating over a thousand startups since 2012. In this exclusive video, he delves into how navigational AI is revolutionizing the taxi industry, contrasting London's traditional "The Knowledge" training with modern AI systems like Uber's.
Ajay's talks are grounded in practical insights from his extensive experience, making him the perfect choice to discuss how AI is not just a superficial change but a deep transformation reshaping industries. Learn how these advancements affect our personal lives, professions, businesses, and society.
#ArtificialIntelligence #AI #MachineLearning #DeepLearning #AIResearch #AITrends #AITechnology #AIInnovation #AIApplications #AIinBusiness #AIinHealthcare #AIinFinance #AIinEducation #AIEthics #FutureofAI #NavigationalAI #TaxiIndustry #AjayAgrawal #TheKnowledge #Uber #TransportationRevolution #AIinTransportation #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #AIInnovation #StartupIncubator #CreativeDestructionLab #FutureOfTransport #TechTransformation #AIvsTraditional #AILeadership #TechInsights #AIImpact #TransportationAI #futuretechWe Do Our Best Work Together. Mindset Is No Exception | Mary C. MurphyThe Lavin Agency2024-05-28 | To unlock greater success, we need to start looking at everything through the lens of learning, says award-winning social psychologist Mary Murphy. In this exclusive clip, Mary draws on her groundbreaking book, "Cultures of Growth," to share how anyone can foster a growth mindset, and how to integrate it into your company culture.
#success #growthmindset #learning #marymurphy #culturesofgrowth #companyculture #socialpsychology #mindset #professionaldevelopment #leadership #corporateculture #innovation #personalgrowth #motivation #inspiration #businesssuccess #workplacewellness #teambuilding #organizationaldevelopment #selfimprovementAnxiety Has a PR Problem! | Tracy Dennis-TiwaryThe Lavin Agency2024-05-24 | We tend to think of anxiety as an obstacle at work, assuming that it impedes our focus and productivity. But psychologist and author of Future Tense Tracy Dennis-Tiwary says we’re looking at this all wrong: anxiety is a superpower that we can use to become smarter and more tenacious in the face of challenge. In this exclusive clip, Tracy draws on her book to share the research behind the powerful impact of mindsets and how you can use your anxiety to your advantage, today.
#anxiety #mentalhealth #productivity #focus #mindset #psychology #superpower #tracydennistiwary #futuretense #mentalhealthawareness #anxietymanagement #mentalwellness #selfimprovement #personaldevelopment #mentalhealthmonth #anxietyrelief #mentalhealthsupport #workperformance #mentalresilience #wellbeingWhy Psychological Safety Is Critical to Your Organization | Minette NormanThe Lavin Agency2024-05-14 | Psychological safety is the key to boosting innovation, teamwork, and unparalleled success. And Minette Norman, bestselling author of The Psychological Safety Playbook and The Boldly Inclusive Leader, can show you how to unlock this transformative force for your team's potential. As former VP of Engineering Practice at Autodesk, Minette led 3,500 software professionals in the male-dominated tech industry, where she focused on engineering practices while nurturing a collaborative and inclusive culture. In this exclusive clip, she shares what psychological safety really is (it's a lot simpler than you think!) and the many ways it can transform your organization.
#psychologicalsafety #innovation #teamwork #success #minettenorman #inclusiveleadership #collaborativeculture #engineeringpractices #techindustry #organizationaltransformation #leadership #teamdevelopment #workplaceculture #diversityandinclusion #teameffectiveness #softwareengineering #boldleadership #businessgrowth #autodesk #bestpracticesThe Top 10 Mental Health Speakers for 2024: On Resilience, Wellbeing, and MoreThe Lavin Agency2024-05-06 | To thrive in a world that's changing faster than ever, we need to expand our conversations around mental health to include mental fitness: the quality that allows your whole organization to avoid burnout and develop resilience.
Lavin's exclusive roster of mental health speakers includes the world's leading experts on self-compassion, growth mindset for organizations, how to use your time for more happiness, and much more. Their practical strategies and real-world examples from their own research can help you improve your teams' grit, lead others by leading yourself, and use your climate anxieties to save the planet.
To help you plan your events for 2024, we've put together this quick highlight reel featuring just a few of the top mental health and fitness speakers. Check it out, then contact us so we can help you book a mental health keynote speaker for your conference or event!
#mentalhealthawareness #mentalfitness #resiliencetraining #selfcompassion #growthmindset #mentalhealthspeakers #mentalhealthatwork #organizationalwellness #mentalhealtheducation #mindfulnessatwork #positivepsychology #emotionalwellness #selfcare #tedspeaker #keynotespeaker #kristinneff #ethankross #tracydennistiwary #emilyesfahanismith #lorigottlieb #candychang #danlerner #laurensteinberg #cassieholmes #jamesnestor #jerclifton #martinepseligman #vijaygupta #laurelbraitman #marycmurphy #dannysouthwick #brittwray #tessawest #michaelnorton #carriesunThe In-Betweens: The Choice Asian Americans Need to Make Today | Jeff ChangThe Lavin Agency2024-04-25 | Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders and those of us in the middle of America's racial "binary" need to make a decision today, says Jeff Chang. Complicity, or change?
An acclaimed social historian and author of several books—including the forthcoming Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America—Jeff argues that we all have a role to play in moving this country in the direction we want it to go. He shows people of AAPI backgrounds like himself what it looks like to not just sit on the fence, but play an active part in moving us closer to racial justice, true solidarity, and powerful change.
#jeffchang #racialjustice #aapivoices #solidarity #socialhistory #powerfulchange #asianamericanstories #aapisolidarity #bruceleelegacy #watermirrorecho #diversityandinclusion #asianamericanhistory #racialidentity #activism #aapiheritagemonth #asianamericanpacificislander #celebrateaapi #aapihistory #aapivoices #aapicommunity #asianamericanstories #pacificislanderheritage #aapiheritage #aapipride #aapi2024 #keynotespeaker #race #diversityspeakerBe an Owner—Not a Renter—of Your Experience at Work | Denise HamiltonThe Lavin Agency2024-04-23 | "When you think of your allyship, are you committed to fixing things that don't work?" asks Denise Hamilton, author of Indivisible. Founder and CEO of WatchHerWork, where she consults for organizations from Apple to the United Nations, Denise focuses on the people side of change. In this exclusive clip, she shares why you need to transform how you lead your organization, and how. "You're the person who's running and making decisions," she says. "What are you going to do now to create these opportunities and create this space?" Whether today’s leaders are facing the future of work, AI, or a diversifying workforce, they’ll need new skills to navigate our rapidly changing world. Denise helps them unpack what it really looks like to be not only inclusive, but indivisible.
#denisehamilton #leadershipdevelopment #changemanagement #inclusiveleadership #futureofwork #watchherwork #organizationalchange #indivisiblebook #diversityandinclusion #aiinworkplace #keynotespeaker #race #teambuildingThe First Step to Gaining an EDGE at Work | Laura HuangThe Lavin Agency2024-04-19 | How do you get a competitive “edge” at work and in life? Star business professor Laura Huang draws from her book Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage to show us that success can be attained by cultivating our unique “edge”—that elusive quality that gives us an upper hand and attracts attention and support. In this exclusive clip, she breaks down what it means to gain an EDGE, what each letter stands for, and the first step you should take today. Laura’s talks teach us how to use that edge in a strategic way, drawing on examples from Olympians to Louis Vuitton assistants-turned-executives; along the way, she’ll show you that staying sharp means understanding and building on everything about yourself, even the flaws that you thought would be an obstacle.
#TurningAdversityIntoAdvantage #CultivateYourEdge #LauraHuang #businesssuccess #strategicsuccess #personaldevelopment #leadershipskills #careergrowth #empowerment #innovativethinking #keynotespeaker #PublicSpeaking, #InspirationalSpeaker #LeadershipTalk #InnovationSpeakerWhy You Should Stop Using the Word Talent | Danny SouthwickThe Lavin Agency2024-04-16 | Does the language we use at work impact employee success? Dr. Danny Southwick, grit expert who worked alongside New York Times bestselling author Angela Duckworth, says that the language we use is more important than we think. In this exclusive clip, Danny says that if you're trying to promote a growth mindset—to express the idea that abilities can change—you need to use terms like 'skill' instead of 'talent.' In talks, Danny offers an actionable guide on building a growth mindset in the workplace—leading to greater productivity and success.
#DannySouthwick #GrowthMindset #WorkplaceSuccess #ProfessionalDevelopment #LanguageInWorkplace #ProductivityTips #AngelaDuckworth #MindsetShift #LeadershipSkills #employeesuccess #GritAndGrowthMindset #grit #talent #AthletePsychologist #nfl #oaklandraidersAmerica Doesnt Have a Homogenous National Identity. Is This a Weakness, or a Strength? | Reza AslanThe Lavin Agency2024-04-12 | America's diversity is what makes us so unique, but it also what challenges us most, says #1 New York Times bestselling author Reza Aslan. An internationally-renowned writer, commentator, professor, and religious scholar, Reza highlights the question Americans must begin to ask ourselves: how seriously do we take our ideals of democracy, and whose freedom do we support? Audiences will feel empowered to seek and protect democracy, not just at home but everywhere in the world. In this exclusive clip, he analyzes our current landscape, the fall of white supremacy, and what it all means for our future.
#Democracy #DiversityInAmerica #GlobalDemocracy #Freedom #SocialChange #BestsellingAuthor #CulturalDiversity #FutureOfDemocracy #RezaAslan #keynotespeaker #americanhistory #americanpolitics #usa #race #diversityspeaker #newyorktimesbestsellingauthorHow to Survive Amidst AI Illusions? Trust Your Gut | Radhika DirksThe Lavin Agency2024-04-09 | What can we do that AI can’t? To gain a competitive edge in the age of AI, Radhika Dirks encourages us to lean into our uniquely powerful human skills and traits: our gut, our intuition, and our morals. A brilliant leader and speaker (plus one of Forbes’s 30 Women in AI to Watch), Radhika delves into the human implications of generative AI, offering essential insights for leaders and strategies for leveraging AI to your advantage. In this exclusive clip, she draws on her extensive experience to outline two innovation rules that are key to maintaining our humanity and thriving in an AI-driven future.
#AIvsHumanSkills #HumanIntuition #AIandMorality #CompetitiveEdgeWithAI #RadhikaDirks #GenerativeAI #HumanSkillsInAI #LeadershipInAI #Forbes30WomenInAI #InnovationRules #ThrivingWithAI #AIHumanImplications #LeveragingAI #AIandHumanity #AILeadershipStrategies #FutureOfAI #HumanTraitsAI #GutInstinctAI #IntuitionVsAI #AIAndEthics #AIAdvantage #AIInBusiness #AIInsights #TechLeadership #HumanTouchInAI #aiWhat If We Put All Our Best Ideas for Community Into One Building? | Eric KlinenbergThe Lavin Agency2024-04-05 | Sometimes what we need is not something new—but a reinvention of what we already have. In this exclusive clip, Lavin speaker and bestselling author Eric Klinenberg shares one breakthrough idea that was shared to him, and how this powerful idea can transform a community. Eric is the author of 2020, where he tells the stories of seven ordinary people in New York City—from a renegade bar owner to the organizer of a mutual aid network—to explore how we can cultivate resilience and solidarity together. In inspiring talks, he draws on his work to encourages us to develop our own networks of solidarity, building stronger communities and a healthy democracy.
#CommunityResilience #Solidarity #Innovation #NewYorkStories #MutualAid #BuildingCommunities #HealthyDemocracy #InspirationalTalks #Reinvention #2020Book #socialchangeYou Cant Afford to Be Second Best in AI | Ajay AgrawalThe Lavin Agency2024-04-03 | To succeed in Artificial Intelligence—you must lead. Ajay Agrawal has spent over a decade at the cutting edge of AI and innovation. As founder of the Creative Destruction Lab, the world’s largest AI startup incubator, he’s accelerated over a thousand startups since 2012. In this exclusive clip, he shares why it's critical to be a leader in AI and what you need to know to achieve that. Ajay's talks are grounded by his practical insights, making him the perfect choice to lead the discussion of how AI will change our personal lives, our professions, our businesses, our society, and our civilization.
#ai #airevolution #artificialintelligence #innovation #startup #aiinnovation #CreativeDestructionLab #AIrevolution #FutureTech #AjayAgrawal #AIInsights #TechTransformation #LeadershipInAI #SocietalImpactAI #BusinessInnovationAIThe Top Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Speakers for 2024The Lavin Agency2024-03-25 | May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, when we celebrate the AAPI communities who have made this country what it is. Lavin is proud to exclusively represent the world's leading AAPI Heritage Month speakers: from a Pulitzer Prize-winning author to the celebrity chef whose memoir was adapted into the longest-running Asian-American sitcom ever. These leading keynote speakers offer hopeful, dynamic talks on racial justice, solidarity, community, diversity, equity, inclusion, creativity, and much more.
To learn more about the incredible AAPI Heritage Month speakers we represent or to book them for your 2024 event, contact us today!
#AAPIHeritageMonth #CelebrateAAPI #RacialJustice #DiversityAndInclusion #Equity #CommunitySolidarity #AAPIVoices #CreativeInclusion #PulitzerPrizeWinner #AsianAmericanExcellence #AAPIUnity #AAPIStrength #InclusiveExcellence #SolidarityInDiversity #AAPICommunity #EmpowerAAPI #AAPIHeritage #AAPILeaders #CelebrateDiversity #InclusionMatters #AAPIStories #AAPIAdvocacy #StandWithAAPI #AAPIEmpowerment #laurahuang #jeffchang #wajahatali #huahsu #anandgiridharadas #eddiehuang #candychang #tedspeaker #keynotespeaker #diversityspeaker #speakerHow Do You Keep Going in the Fight for Equality? | Heather McGheeThe Lavin Agency2024-03-22 | Fighting for racial justice can lead to burnout, but #1 New York Times bestselling author Heather McGhee says there are ways we to heal and reignite our collective drive for justice. Heather traveled across the country, speaking with ordinary people nationwide, to reveal how racism has an economic cost for everyone, and how, by fighting it, we can all prosper together. In this exclusive clip, she shares the two main ways we can push for racial justice, even when the odds seem stacked against us. Drawing on her instant New York Times bestseller The Sum of Us, she offers vital stories of hope and solidarity across lines of division.
#racialjustice #equityforall #womensempowerment #equality #hopeforchange #heathermcghee #thesumofus #womenshistorymonth #womeninhistory #womenshistorymonth2024 #nytimes #sxswWhat Is Self Compassion? | Kristin NeffThe Lavin Agency2024-03-19 | Self-compassion can transform your creativity, productivity, and well-being—but first, you need to know what it actually means. Dr. Kristin Neff has pioneered the field of self-compassion, making her one of the most influential researchers in psychology globally. In her bestseller Self-Compassion, she shares simple and actionable guides proven to increase motivation, boost resilience, and improve mental health. In this exclusive clip, Kristin breaks down the 3 main elements required for true self-compassion.
#selfcompassion #mentalwellbeing #resilience #compassionateliving #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawarenessThe Spectrum of Anxiety, and How to Harness It | Tracy Dennis-TiwaryThe Lavin Agency2024-03-15 | Anxiety is on a spectrum, says Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, bestselling author of Future Tense. This spectrum can go from positive to negative, but the good news is—we can harness it to achieve our biggest goals. Tracy has spent her years as a clinical psychologist researching anxiety, and she argues that we’ve been looking at the anxiety crisis all wrong. In highly practical talks, she provides a radical new framework for managing anxiety—our brains’ response to uncertainty—and using it to our advantage. In this exclusive clip, she shares how anxiety is different from fear (despite how similar they feel!) and how when we pay attention to our anxiety, we also pay attention to our future.
#AnxietyAwareness #MentalHealthInnovation #HarnessAnxiety #FutureTenseBook #Psychology #Anxiety #Anxietytips #KeynoteSpeaker2 Common Misconceptions About Cultures of Growth | Mary C. MurphyThe Lavin Agency2024-03-12 | A culture of growth is not all sunshine and rainbows—it’s a space that invites serious challenges and growth, says Dr. Mary C. Murphy. The protégé of growth mindset pioneer Carol Dweck and author of Cultures of Growth, Mary draws on her groundbreaking research to demonstrate how you can change any environment to help your teams become more innovative, more collaborative, more willing to take risks, and much more. In this exclusive clip, she breaks down how her years of research have revealed that, despite the support offered in cultures of growth, it’s just as rigorous as cultures of genius.
#growthmindset #corporateculture #teambuilding #geniusAre You Inclusive or Not Inclusive? (This Is a Trick Question) | Denise HamiltonThe Lavin Agency2024-03-08 | Inclusion shouldn't about right or wrong. "More often we're on a continuum," says Denise Hamilton, author of Indivisible. "And most of us are in the middle." Denise is the founder and CEO of WatchHerWork, where she consults for organizations from Apple to the United Nations. She draws on her book, Indivisible, and her 25 years of executive experience with Fortune 500 companies—often as the only marginalized person in the room—to give everyone the tools to speak up for others, create an environment of inclusiveness and indivisibility, and thrive together. In this exclusive clip, she shares how, to build indivisible teams, you need to rethink how you view inclusion, to accurately judge where you are on the continuum and what you can do to move yourself along just a little bit.
#inclusion #equity #womenhistorymonth #corporateculture #keynotespeaker #womenshistorymonth2024The Story Behind the First Latina in Space | Ellen OchoaThe Lavin Agency2024-03-05 | What was it like for the women who shattered the glass ceiling? "Nobody ever went around asking if you want to be an astronaut when you grow up," says Ellen Ochoa. "They just didn't ask girls that." That didn’t stop her from climbing the ranks, though. From engineer to inventor and finally to the stars, making history as the first Latina in space—and she didn’t stop there, becoming director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. There, she transformed its company culture to welcome diverse voices. In this exclusive clip, Ellen shares how she was in the middle of her research when the brand-new space shuttle was launched to space and subsequently selected their first group of minority astronauts and eventually sent out the first American woman in space. That's when she felt like everything was a little more possible. Through her ground-breaking story, she became a role model for generations of girls and Latinx kids, inspiring them to aim high and speaking with authority on technology, innovation and sparking change in STEM fields.
#nasa #astronaut #womenhistorymonth #womenshistorymonth2024 #womenhistory #diversity #latina #keynotespeaker #hispanicheritage #hispanicheritagemonthSupport Your Kid’s Dreams—and See Them Flourish | Spike LeeThe Lavin Agency2024-03-01 | If you want your kids to thrive, help them follow their dreams, says Oscar-winning director and Lavin speaker Spike Lee. An incredibly influential director, Lee uses his platform to illuminate stories of racial division and unity on the big screen. In his customizable talks, he discusses a wide range of issues, including filmmaking, race, and social justice. Drawing from his stunning body of work, including iconic films like ‘25th Hour’ and ‘Malcolm X,’ he punctuates his unique talks. In this exclusive clip, he shares why it’s so critical to support your kids in following their passions—since you never know where they’ll go.
#diversity #race #art #spikelee #keynotespeaker #speaker #diversityspeaker #parenting #parentingtipsOur Common Bonds Are Greater Than Anything That Divides Us | Charles BookerThe Lavin Agency2024-02-27 | We need to find our common bonds to overcome any obstacle, says Charles Booker, author of From the Hood to the Holler. Charles has dedicated his life to public service—the kind of public service that bridges divides and “lifts up the voices of those in the forgotten places.” As a legislator in the Kentucky House of Representatives, he championed voting rights, racial justice, human rights, and much more. In this exclusive clip, he draws on his extensive experience to show us that when we cross divides to support one another, we're better equipped to fight for our greater cause.
#racialjustice #race #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #bhmspeaker #humanrights #americanpoliticsBlack Women Are Still Making History Today | Margot Lee ShetterlyThe Lavin Agency2024-02-23 | Why don't we hear the story of the inspiring Black women in history? Margot Lee Shetterly, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Hidden Figures, says the answer is simple. They didn't know they were making history.
Hidden Figures shares the true story of the Black women mathematicians who helped NASA land a man on the moon. In her talks, Margot celebrates these unsung heroes, teasing out issues of race, gender, science, and innovation against the backdrop of WWII and the Civil Rights Era. In this exclusive clip, she shares how it takes time for history to become what it is, why we need to see the people around us as much as we can, and how the issue of inclusion in STEM has always been top of mind, even in 1966. "There are women doing science, there are African Americans doing science," Margot says. "If we can start to see the people who are actually in these fields, and to expand our own idea of who can be a scientist, because those people are scientists too, then that might be a good first step.
#hiddenfigures #blackwomen #blackhistorymonth #americanhistory #nasa #stem #bhmspeakerWhy Cant We Have Nice Things in America? | Heather McGheeThe Lavin Agency2024-02-20 | Why is the American dream no longer a reality in America? Heather McGhee, author of the instant New York Times Bestseller The Sum of Us, says it's because of one major factor: America's zero-sum worldview. "The idea that there is a 'fixed pie' of wellbeing, and when one group gets a bigger slice, the other group must get a smaller slice," she says. In The Sum Of Us, Heather takes readers on a journey across the country, where she explores, with intelligence and great care, what we lose when we buy into the zero-sum paradigm. In this exclusive clip, Heather shares how our country's racialized zero-sum worldview impacts our ability to work together, and when we beat it, we can all prosper.
#race #diversity #equality #americanhistory #blackhistorymonth #bhmspeaker #americandreamThe Most Valuable Tool in Our Search for Equality? Our Own Optimism | Jelani CobbThe Lavin Agency2024-02-15 | "The most valuable thing you have is your own optimism," says Peabody Award-winning journalist Jelani Cobb. No matter what we experience now, Jelani makes one thing clear: we are way more ahead than we think they are. As the Dean of the Columbia School of Journalism. Jelani explores the enormous complexities of race and inequality, while offering guidance and hope for the future. A long-time writer for The New Yorker, and editor of its anthology collection The Matter of Black Lives, Jelani “combines the rigor and depth of a professional historian with the alertness of a reporter, the liberal passion of an engaged public intellectual, and the literary flair of a fine writer” (Hendrik Hertzberg, The New Yorker). In this exclusive clip, he shares hope for the future, and the most important thing to know when preparing for our next steps for greater equality.
#race #inclusion #diversity #americanhistory #blackhistorymonth #bhmspeakerWhats Behind the Backlash Against Uncomfortable History? | Annette Gordon-ReedThe Lavin Agency2024-02-12 | While positive history is brought to light, the negative truths were pushed aside, says Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed. A MacArthur Genius and the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize for History, Annette is one of the integral voices who brought Juneteenth into the national conversation. Her book about this profound day, On Juneteenth, is a powerful, essential work of history that weaves together America’s past with a personal memoir. In this exclusive clip, Annette shares how so many uncomfortable truths within American history were purposefully pushed aside and so much backlash exists towards the truth. To Annette, the key to moving past this is simple. Instead of identifying with people's race, you should "identify with people whose spirit and character you feel connected to," she says.
#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #race #diversity #equality #americanhistory #juneteenthPolitics Is More Emotion Than Reason. Here’s How We Win | Anand GiridharadasThe Lavin Agency2024-02-05 | "If we don't understand the emotional and psychological landscape of America in this age of transitions, we're not even playing," says Lavin speaker Anand Giridharadas. Author of the New York Times bestseller The Persuaders, Anand is a truth-teller and defender of democracy who gives audiences hope and shows what we can achieve together. In this clip, he explains why it is critical to center and understand the emotional terrain of America to create real change. In talks, Anand shows how we can find connection, build stronger teams, and make change at every level, and leaves audiences with a powerful sense of hope.
#americanpolitics #democracy #politics #soceityCan We Use the Past to Envision the Future? | Hua HsuThe Lavin Agency2024-01-29 | Grief can keep us stuck in the past. But pushing through it can help us look towards the future. Lavin speaker Hua Hsu won the Pulitzer Prize for his New York Times bestseller, Stay True. This poignant memoir, which turned him into “a literary phenomenon” (The New York Times), explores the death of Hua’s college friend and the marks that this friend left on his life. In this clip, Hua shares how he’s come to “understand what tomorrow can bring as a way of making sense of the present,” and how nostalgia and grief can help us become better friends and more conscious people.
#grief #life #healing #deispeaker #aapispeakerThese Win-Win Solutions Can Help Us Boost Mental Health and Climate Action | Britt WrayThe Lavin Agency2024-01-25 | There are win-win solutions in climate action, Britt Wray says. We just need to overcome division. Britt is the author of the brilliant book, Generation Dread, and the Director of CIRCLE at the Stanford School of Medicine, where she leads research and action initiatives focused on Community-minded Interventions for Resilience, Climate Leadership and Emotional wellbeing. In this exclusive clip, she shares the different solutions we need to create active climate action, all while supporting our mental health and social infrastructure.
#climatechange #climateaction #climatecrisis #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #anxiety #sciencespeakerMarketing to Gen Z Means Telling Better Stories | Doug StephensThe Lavin Agency2024-01-22 | Gen-Z isn’t just looking to shop—they’re looking for a story, says Doug Stephens, bestselling author of Resurrecting Retail. In his talks, Doug shares how the real key for business success is learning to understand the entirely new set of social norms and behaviors that we face today (like the rise of AI and the “beautifully human” creativity you need to maintain a competitive edge). In this exclusive Lavin clip, he shares the world Gen-Z has experienced from a very early age, and why it matters in your marketing strategy.
#marketing #retailmarketing #consumer #genz #ai #chatgpt #sales #storytellingWhy Amazon Will Take the Lead in the AI Arms Race | Alex KantrowitzThe Lavin Agency2024-01-15 | OpenAI won’t lead the Artificial Intelligence future—Amazon will. Alex Kantrowitz, founder of Big Technology and author of Always Day One, has been covering artificial intelligence and AI bots since 2015, when he gained access to a limited Facebook experiment and dove deeply into the story. He’s since broken news and dissected major news events, helping audiences make sense of this fast-changing technology in plain English. In this exclusive Lavin clip, Alex shares the how and why Amazon is the most likely to lead the AI future, and what we can learn from them.
#amazon #artificialintelligence #ai #aispeakerTurn ChatGPT Into Your Personal Tutor | Alexandra SamuelThe Lavin Agency2024-01-10 | ChatGPT is incredibly powerful. Instead of looking at how it can replace you, explore how it can serve as a personal tutor to enhance your own work, says Alexandra Samuel. As a digital workplace expert and author of Remote, Inc., Alex has a unique perspective on how we can use AI to boost collaboration, tackle digital overload and drive innovation. In this exclusive Lavin interview, she shares the never-seen-before opportunities that Artificial Intelligence (like ChatGPT!) offers. As your personal tutor, Alex says it allows you to "deliver a new kind of product as an individual that may have been beyond your capacity...and in the process of delivering that you are learning how to do it."