Dr. John C. Maxwell is an esteemed leadership expert, author, and speaker who has made a profound impact on countless individuals and organizations worldwide. With over five decades of experience in the field of leadership development, Dr. Maxwell is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on the subject.

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As a prolific author, Dr. Maxwell has penned numerous best-selling books, including "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership," "Developing the Leader Within You," and "The 5 Levels of Leadership." His insightful writings have resonated with readers globally, empowering them to unlock their full potential and become effective leaders in their personal and professional lives.

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In addition to his literary contributions, Dr. Maxwell is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, captivating audiences with his dynamic presence and wealth of knowledge. He has shared his expertise with leaders at Fortune 500 companies, government entities, and non-profit organizations, leaving a lasting impact on individuals at every level of their leadership journey.

Craig Groeschel is the founding and senior pastor of Life.Church, an innovative multi-site church and creators of the free YouVersion Family of Bible Apps. He’s a New York Times bestselling author and has written 20 books. Through the top-ranking Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, he prompts innovative thinking in leaders at every level within a diverse spectrum of organizations.

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Life.Church is also a three-time recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which is based on employee-submitted data and recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Valorie Burton is a life strategist, and inter-national speaker, and is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology – the study of what happens when things go right with us. Her company provides coaching, coach training, and resilience training and has served clients in all 50 states and 20 countries on six continents.

Jesse Cole is known for his signature yellow tuxedo, is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Savannah Bananas. With the mission to “Make Baseball Fun,” he created Banana Ball—a faster, fan-focused version of the game—and has sold out every game since the team’s debut.

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The Bananas have over 20 million followers and have been featured on The Today Show, HBO Real Sports, and ESPN+’s Bananaland. Jesse is also a bestselling author and international speaker, sharing his approach to creating unforgettable fan experiences. Above all, he’s a devoted husband, dad, and fan of Disney and PT Barnum.