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California based speakers

California based speakers

The sunny state! Wouldn’t it be great to invite a keynote speaker and tell your audience they live in the area?!

Whether you are organizing a conference, seminar or a small business meeting, we are ready to help you find a professional speaker for your event, while also bringing California’s heat to your event!

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A-Speakers is a part of the Athenas Group – one of the largest speaker bureaus in the world with offices in 6 countries

We have speakers within most topics right in or close to your venue city.

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Jay Shetty

Forbes 30 Under 30 – Coach, Host, Storyteller, Videomaker, Former Monk and Speaker Jay Shetty is Making Wisdom Go Viral

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Elevate your event with Jay Shetty, the global icon who seamlessly blends ancient wisdom and the digital age. With a bestselling author's insights, an award-winning podcast, and a philanthropist's heart, Jay delivers profound impact....

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Christopher Kai

Fortune 100 Global Speaker and #1 Bestselling Author Christopher Kai – The World's Leading Authority in Story-Based Leadership

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Speaker Christopher Kai is the world's leading authority of story-based leadership. For more than over 20 years, Christopher has been working closely with Fortune 100 companies like Google and American Express. His great expertise in story-based...

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Jim Tselikis

Entrepreneur, co-Founder of Cousins Maine Lobster and author sharing know-how on starting a profitable business

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Speaker Jim Tselikis has undergone multiple life changes and taken great risks to create his multi-million dollar business. He shares his journey and how he remained focused, to maintain success through the process. Jim teaches audiences the steps...

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Cousins Maine Lobster

Entrepreneurs, cousins and authors on running a family business and the challenges and positives of creating a brand

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Internationally known for their successful appearances on Shark Tank, entrepreneur speakers Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac started their own business after a successful run with their food-truck, Cousins Maine Lobster.  Their business is now one of...

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Sabin Lomac

Entrepreneur, author, co-founder of Cousins Maine Lobster, and Food Network Host on successful entrepreneurship

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Successful entrepreneur and author, Sabin Lomac and his cousin, Jim Tselikis, turned their food-truck business, Cousins Maine Lobster,  into one of the most successful family run franchises known today.  Speaker Sabin Lomac shares his rough...

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Paul de Gelder

Navy diver, shark attack survivor, author and motivational speaker touring the world sharing his fascinating story

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A true adventurer, speaker Paul de Gelder has always enjoyed the thrill of a new challenge. However, his life was changed forever when he lost two limbs in a brutal shark attack in 2009. It was up to him to fight or...

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Roger Antonsen

Discover the colorful and entertaining side of mathematics and computer science with professor Roger

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Speaker Roger Antonsen is a mathematician, logician, computer scientist, artist and author. As an energetic and experienced presenter, Roger engages everyone with his talks. He challenges his audiences to think differently and explore new mindsets....

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Rex Pemberton

Join the adventure and be a part of an exceptional experience – stay ahead and reach the top of your sport

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Speaker Rex Pemberton is a true adventurer reaching the peak of his sport in multiple disciplines. He  set stretched goals and balances risk with reward to evolve constantly and stay ahead of the competition. As a captivating presenter, Rex...

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Maxie McCoy

Author and motivational speaker and presenter committed to help individuals and organizations finding their right path

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Inspirational speaker Maxie McCoy is on a mission to inspire people, globally, to become better versions of themselves in their professional and personal lives. Maxie has a powerful voice and message for any generation. Her down-to-earth and honest...

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Clinton Young

Inspirational expert in entrepreneurship motivating potential, cultural adjustments and emotional intelligence

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With over 15 years in international corporate and entrepreneurship experience, speaker Clinton Young gained the passion for inspiring people in reaching their fullest potential by being self-empowered.  He aims to inspire leaders and organizations...

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Brent Gleeson

Recognized entrepreneur and best-selling author with a unique way of looking at business and corporate culture

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Navy SEAL combat veteran and speaker Brent Gleeson is a truly inspirational individual. Brent is an accomplished entrepreneur and best-selling author who applies his learnings from the Navy to the business world in a motivating and entertaining...

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Brandon Peele

Best-selling author and serial impact entrepreneur guides your team to awaken its purpose and thrive.

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Organizations are struggling with employee retention, missed performance and DEI goals, and cultures of burnout, languishing, and isolation. It is clear that new approaches are needed to create a thriving organization. International keynote speaker,...

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Joel Cohen

Award-winning writer and producer for The Simpsons building links between hit-shows and successful companies

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Speaker Joel Cohen is the award-winning writer and producer for The Simpsons. Joel’s keynotes are dynamic and humorous as he delves into the secrets behind one of the most successful TV shows in the world. Joel is a popular speaker and his vibrant...

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Vivek Wadhwa

As a former tech executive and bestselling author, Vivek Wadhwa navigates the convergence of technology fields, offering a roadmap for success.

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Elevate your event with Vivek Wadhwa: a tech visionary and distinguished keynote speaker. Uncover the future of technology through his global recognition and transformative research. From Silicon Valley luminary to esteemed...

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Gerald Clerx

Motivational speaker and expert on client engagement, highly recognized for his innovative message and engaging style

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Popular keynote speaker Gerald Clerx is an expert on the topic of client engagement.  His professional mission is to help his clients increase their business win rate as well as their customer satisfaction ratings by mastering the core skills of...

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Dr. Kristie Overstreet

TED speaker, psychotherapist, and clinical sexologist who inspires better relationships and educates on LGBTQIA+ healthcare

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Keynote speaker Dr. Kristie Overstreet specializes in relationships and LGBTQIA+ identities. She has over 15 years of clinical experience helping people create better relationships with themselves, with others, and teaching people how to provide...

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Patrick Schwerdtfeger

Founder of Trend Mastery, business futurist and expert on trends such as big data, blockchain and AI

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Keynote speaker Patrick Schwerdtfeger is a leading authority on technology trends including big data, artificial intelligence and blockchain. He is the founder of Trend Mastery and the host of the Strategic Business Insights video blog, with over...

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Adam Markel

Bestselling author, keynote speaker and resilience researcher, guides individuals and organizations to tap the power of resilience to master the challenges of constant change.

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Adam Markel, bestselling author, keynote speaker and resilience researcher, guides individuals and organizations to tap the power of resilience to master the challenges of constant...

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Josh Tickell

Author, documentary film director, speaker and expert on sustainability, the climate and millennials

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Speaker Josh Tickell inspires change as an internationally recognized author, film director, speaker and expert on sustainability, the climate and Millennials. Josh has been a featured guest on Jay Leno’s, The Tonight Show and Good Morning...

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Dr. Brynn Winegard

Professor, business and brain expert helping companies transform client relationships with psychology and marketing strategy

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Currently ranked as one of the top three human behavior thought leaders in the industry, speaker Dr. Brynn is an award-winning professor, professional event speaker, and brain sciences expert. After a decade in corporate marketing and a career as a...

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Ted Meyer

Artist, curator, and patient advocate turning illnesses into sources of art, inspiring his audience to stay positive

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Keynote speaker Ted Meyer helps patients, students and medical professionals see the positive in the worst life can offer. Ted’s 18-year project “Scarred for Life: Mono-prints of Human Scars” chronicles the trauma and courage of people who...

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Matthew Luhn

One of the Original story creators at Pixar, creating stories and characters on the Toy Story Trilogy, Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Ratatouille and beyond

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Keynote speaker Matthew Luhn is an accomplished storyteller, instructor, keynote speaker, and story consultant. From working on Toy Story to consulting for Fortune 500 companies, Matthew Luhn has been creating stories for over 25 years that have...

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Tim Ash

Author, online optimization and neuromarketing expert

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Keynote speaker Tim Ash is cited by Forbes as a Top-10 Online Marketing Expert and by Entrepreneur Magazine as an Online Marketing Influencer To Watch. He is the author of Unleashing The Primal Brain and two bestselling books on Landing Page...

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Pascal Finette

Founder & CEO of Fastrack Institute, entrepreneurship and open innovation Chair at Singularity University

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Pascal Finette is an engaging speaker on topics such as digitization, entrepreneurship, open innovation and technology trends. He has a long list of prestigious clients including Google, Microsoft, Mercedes Benz, Forbes magazine, L’Oreal,...

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David Roberts

Chairman of 1QBit, business advisor and expert on exponential leadership & technological disruption advising global leaders

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Keynote speaker David Roberts is on a mission to change lives of billions of people suffering in the world through disruptive technological innovation. He is an award-winning CEO and has a passion for helping leaders understand the importance of...

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Zoltan Istvan

Author, philosopher and transhumanist revolutionary speaking about his political science candidacy and transhumanism

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Our keynote speaker Zoltan Istvan is a powerful speaker and global leader of the radical science movement. In 2016, he ran for the US presidency and his ultimate goal is to bring science to the people. Platforms of the transhumanist party which he...

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Andrew Gordon

Directing animator at Pixar Animation Studios and expert in creative culture and storytelling

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Keynote speaker Andrew Gordon is an expert when it comes to creative culture and storytelling. He is an animator for Pixar Animation Studios and is the man behind several famous characters like Mike Machowski in Monsters Inc. and Gill in Finding...

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Leigh Steinberg

CEO of Steinberg Sports & Entertainment speaking to organizations and individuals about value and the business of sports

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Keynote speaker Leigh Steinberg boasts more than forty years of impressive success within the sports and entertainment industry; Steinberg Entertainment is a premier boutique agency for individuals and organizations alike seeking to add some...

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Christine Carter

Sociologist and happiness expert shares her tips for living a happy life in her award-winning blog “Brave Over Perfect”

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Keynote speaker Christine Carter teaches people to find their “sweet spot”, a place of power and ease, by teaching them the tactics they need to thrive. Tactics which are backed up by scientific and anecdotal evidence from Christine's own life...

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Maureen Healy

Maureen Healy is an award-winning author and emotional health expert. Her proven strategies from global experience ensure a harmonious and resilient community.

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Elevate your event with Maureen Healy, an acclaimed author and speaker specializing in children's emotional health. With a proven track record and global recognition, Maureen distills two decades of expertise into actionable strategies for enhanced...

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Sonja Lyubomirsky

Professor, social psychologist and expert on the science of happiness due to her award-winning research

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Our keynote speaker Sonja Lyubomirsky is a social psychologist who has conducted award winning research on happiness. Her talks on achieving happiness are therefore backed up by years of conducting research on the topic, making her a leading...

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Gabe Zichermann

Gamification and technology expert providing businesses with strategies to improve marketing and costumer engagement

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Keynote speaker Gabe Zichermann is the world’s foremost gamification expert. He is an experienced public speaker and a favorite among many when it comes to user and customer engagement. Gabe is also the co-founder of the behavior change software...

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Jason Ma

Boardroom/C-Suite Advisor & Global Business Rainmaker, Preeminent Next-Generation Leaders Mentor, Acclaimed Author, Leading Member of The B20 with The G20

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Keynote speaker Jason Ma's sage advice, guidance, and network have effected many to achieve great outcomes in their life stages and to move towards becoming the best version of themselves. Ma leads ThreeEQ to help select enterprises, high net worth...

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Dr. Marc Milstein

Ph.D. in biological chemistry, scientist, researcher and professional speaker on human health, productivity, and happiness

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Dr. Marc Milstein is a Scientist, Researcher, and Professional Speaker who makes cutting-edge Health and Wellness research approachable, and empowers his audience to apply these vital findings to their work and daily lives. The keynote speaker Marc...

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Dr. Travis Bradberry

Expert & author on emotional intelligence talks about among others behavior, communication skills and conflict management

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In today’s competitive world, each of us is looking for new and powerful ways to manage, adapt, and strike out ahead of the pack. Keynote speaker Travis Bradberry empowers audiences to do so by capitalizing on emotional intelligence. A...

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Soren Kaplan

A thought-leader, Professor, and leading expert in innovation culture, leadership, and talent management

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Keynote Speaker Soren Kaplan is a leading expert in innovation culture, leadership, and talent management for innovation. An engaging and motivating speaker, he gives tailored keynote speeches that provide audiences with new insight and actionable...

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Dr. Mark Goulston

Psychiatrist, communicator, author, and former FBI Hostage negotiation trainer advising in effective communication

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The keynote speaker Mark Goulston is one of the world’s top communication experts. His unique experience from leading psychiatric institutions, and as an FBI, and police hostage negotiation trainer, makes him an exceptionally knowledgeable speaker...

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Mitchell Lee Marks

Organizational psychologist, successful M&A expert and adviser and internationally recognized keynote speaker

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Keynote speaker Mitchell Lee Marks is an internationally recognized leader in mergers, acquisitions, leadership, corporate culture and executive teambuilding. As a motivating and engaging speaker, he has been invited to speak to a wide variety of...

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Jenn Lim

Bestselling Author of Beyond Happiness, CEO & Cofounder of Delivering Happiness and happiness expert.

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Jenn Lim is the bestselling author of Beyond Happiness, and the CEO of Delivering Happiness , a company she and Tony Hsieh cofounded to create happier company cultures for a more profitable and sustainable approach to business. DH has worked with...

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Sunny Grosso

DH Core Coach, Culture Consultant, Happiness Expert

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Keynote speaker Sunny Grosso is everything you want in a happiness expert. She is inspirational, funny, and passionate about everything life has to offer. Sunny helps executives and teams reach a better work-life balance and increase everyday...

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Todd Buchholz

Economist, bestselling author, Tiger hedge fund managin director, and former White House senior economic adviser

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Keynote speaker Todd Buchholz is a former White House senior economic adviser, hedge fund guru and professional speaker. Todd Buchholz connects the dots between local and global markets, the politics that define business environments, and the people...

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Rod Beckstrom

Cyber security authority and expert on organizational leadership helping organizations protect themselves

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Keynote speaker Rod Beckstrom currently serves as an advisor to multinational companies, governments and international institutions, including serving as Chief Security Advisor to Samsung SSIC. He is Chairman of the Global Council on the Future of...

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Maddy Dychtwald

Co-founder of Age Wave, business advisor and thought leader on how population aging and increasing longevity.

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Recognized by Forbes as one of the top fifty female futurists globally, Maddy Dychtwald has been deeply involved for more than 30 years in exploring all aspects of the age wave and how it’s transforming the marketplace, the workplace, our world,...

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Lesley Everett

Expert on personal branding, founder of Walking TALL International and internationally renowned speaker

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Keynote speaker Lesley Everett is the founder of Walking TALL International, with offices in UK and USA. She has created a methodology for Personal Branding that has inspired audiences around the world for over 15 years.  She is an internationally...

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Kathy Buckley

Author, popular comedienne and actress delivering motivational and powerful self-improvement keynotes

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Our keynote speaker Kathy Buckley is a charming and popular comedienne, author, actress and praised public speaker. Overcoming obstacles such as hearing impairment, a violent jeep accident, and ovarian cancer has made Kathy a strong and devoted...

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Robert Tucker

Business Futurist, Innovation Expert & Best-Selling Author

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Robert B. Tucker is an innovation expert. He is a thought leader in the field of innovation and has worked with and interviewed dozens of successful innovators. Robert Tucker has written several popular and successful books on the matter and he...

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Ron Williams

Former secret service agent now running his own security strategy company and sharing his great expertise within security

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With a successful 22 year long career as a secret service agent, keynote speaker Ron Williams has all the experience, and reliability necessary to effectively consult on and speak about various forms of security. Today he runs his own security...

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Steve W. Martin

Sales Coach and Expert on a mission to help businesses create successful relationships through the power of language

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Our keynote speaker Steve W. Martin is an expert in the field of ‘sales linguistics’, the study of how customers use language during their decision-making process. He uses lessons learnt in the world of sales, computer programming and...

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Erik Wahl

Erik Wahl: Internationally renowned graffiti artist and best-selling author, redefining keynotes. Unlock creativity and innovation for your organization.

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Discover Erik Wahl, the visionary bridging art and business. As a sought-after keynote speaker, he catalyzes innovation, profitability, and disruptive thinking. His dynamic on-stage art is a metaphor for systematic creativity,...

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Terry Hawkins

Talented transformational speaker with a great knowledge on how to optimize people and their performances

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Terry Hawkins is funny, successful and talented. She knows a lot about people, performance and how to optimize both. Her keynotes are easy to understand and easy to use. Terry’s audiences always walk away invigorated and ready to implement great...

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Terry Paulson

Psychologist and change expert who is a leading authority on change management helping people to break through

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Keynote speaker Terry Paulson's motivating message is exactly what people need to get past the uncertainty and indecision of these challenging times to make change work. You get a fired up audience. More importantly, you'll see people implement what...

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Eileen McDargh, CSP, CPAE

Business author, commentator and Hall of Fame speaker helping organizations and individuals transform themselves

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Our keynote speaker Eileen McDargh continuously helps organizations and individuals transform the life of their business and the business of their life through conversations that matter and connections that count. Her programs are content rich,...

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Dr. Jackie Freiberg

Jackie is recognized as one of the “Top 30 Best Minds on Leadership” and is one of the most sought-after female business speakers in the nation

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Jackie is a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator who helps people become more courageous leaders. Courage and curiosity are super powers for advancing in business and in life, they are the skills that allow for all others. Jackie has been equipping...

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Doug Lipp

Expert on customer service and global competitiveness helping organizations strengthen their corporate culture

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Candid. Passionate. Relevant. Keynote speaker Doug Lipp is on a crusade to help organizations strengthen their corporate culture, boost business performance, and unapologetically, have fun while doing it. Doug Lipp can take you on an entertaining...

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Yossi Ghinsberg

Life philosopher and author who is inspiring and touching all kinds of audiences with his unique spirituality

travels from Israel

Keynote speaker Yossi Ghinsberg is an extraordinary person with a unique philosophy and admirable life perspective. He is passionate and spiritual to such a degree that he has touched, inspired, and helped people all around the globe. Ghinsberg’s...

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Don Peppers

Founding partner of the "Peppers and Rogers Group", and leading authority on customer-focused relationship management

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Recognized for more than twenty years as one of the leading authorities on customer-focused relationship management strategies, keynote speaker Don Peppers is an acclaimed author and a founding partner of Peppers & Rogers Group, the world’s...

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Dave Pelzer

Author of seven books with a career in the U.S. Air Force dedicating his life to helping others ... to help themselves

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Keynote Speaker Dave Pelzer had a dramatic and rough start to life and was removed from an abusive home at the age of 12. He has overcome obstacles and poor odds and has come out on top with a prestigious career in the United States Air Force and a...

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Barry Posner

Renowned scholar and researcher, award-winning teacher, best-selling author, educator and coach

travels from USA

Keynote speaker Barry Posner is a renowned scholar and researcher, as well as a bestselling author. He is an award-winning teacher and educator and has been named one of the Top 50 leadership coaches in America. He is a warm and engaging conference...

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California based speakers

 

Having a speaker be a local of your state carries many benefits as each state carries many different traditions.  Our California based speakers bring the California sunshine that will happily fulfill all native and new-coming audiences members expectations!

 

Our golden state speakers vary in many different topics and crafts, allow us to specialize your event!

 

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The many notable conference venues located in the state offer great opportunities to host your event in California. We can secure you a local speaker, and amaze your audience members with your locality expert speaker.

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