Angella Nazarian

Angella Nazarian is a best-selling author & sought-after speaker. Incorporating training in psychology & past teaching experience, Angella creates dynamic & engaging events & workshops. Her book, "Pioneers of the Possible: Celebrating Visionary Women of the World" has garnered praise from Tina Brown & Ariana Huffington. She has lead panels for the Milken Institute & numerous women's conferences...

Betty Anne Waters

What would you do if your loved one was sentenced to life in prison – and you were 100% certain of his innocence? Betty Anne Waters – inspiration for the upcoming major motion picture Betty Anne Waters "Conviction" starring Oscar© winner Hillary Swank – lived that nightmare when, in 1983, her brother was sentenced to life without parole for a murder and robbery he swore he didn’t commit. When...

Bobbie Thomas

BOBBIE THOMAS is a rare breed of talent with her own style, flair, and modern-age philosophy centered on the belief that “You can be sexy and smart.” Equal parts expert and everywoman, she has created a one-of-kind niche in the style sphere as a “professional girlfriend,” eager to share her years of industry experience with all, and encouraging the use of fashion & beauty as tools to...

Carrie Ann Inaba

Carrie Ann Inaba started out as a Fly Girl on the series In Living Color, had a singing career with some hit singles in Japan, has choreographed for several television series and has danced on stage with the likes of Madonna and Ricky Martin. She's now a judge on the incredibly popular Dancing With The Stars (ten seasons strong), has her own production company, and...

Carrie Fisher

Multitalented actress, author and screenwriter, Carrie Fisher is a true survivor whose victory over substance abuse, outspoken activism on behalf of the mentally ill, and hilarious takes on Hollywood and motherhood have made her a perennially popular figure on the lecture circuit. Carrie has been a compelling force in American culture for decades. From her feature film debut opposite...

Christina Applegate

Christina Applegate has endeared herself to audiences and received accolades for her strength and versatility in theatre, film and television. With her recent People’s Choice nomination for “Favorite TV Female,” and her recent Emmy Award nomination for "Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy" for Samantha Who?...

Cindy Crawford

Cindy Crawford is one of the most recognizable faces in the world, having appeared on over 600 magazine covers worldwide. Crawford’s reputation as being both a smart and savvy businesswoman has allowed her the opportunity to foray into many different aspects of commerce. Crawford’s name and face have been responsible for launching numerous new brands, as well as repositioning such classic...

Connie Chung

An award-winning investigative reporter/anchor and one of the most recognizable faces on American television, Connie Chung has been a powerful force in the news industry for more than 35 years. On the lecture stage she draws on her unique experiences as a working mother in addressing the challenges today’s women face, advocating diversity in the workplace, and inspiring younger journalists...

Cynthia McFadden

For the past 18 years, Cynthia McFadden has travelled the world reporting for ABC News. Her distinguished work has won many of broadcasting's most coveted awards including the Emmy, the Peabody, the Dupont and the Foreign Press Award. For the past seven years she has been the co-anchor of the celebrated news broadcast, Nightline. Much of McFadden's investigative reporting has focused on...

Deborah  Norville

Veteran journalist Deborah Norville has been anchor of Inside Edition since March 1995. Ratings jumped 15% the week the two-time Emmy© joined the series, which is now the nation's top-rated syndicated newsmagazine. A best-selling author, Norville’s latest book is The Power of Respect: Benefit From the Most Forgotten Element of Success (Oct. 2009, Thomas Nelson) provides a timely...

Elizabeth Vargas

As an award-winning anchor and correspondent, Vargas has traveled the world covering breaking news stories, reporting in-depth investigations and conducting newsmaker interviews. During the historic Iraqi elections in December 2005, she anchored World News Tonight from Baghdad. She anchored for both World News Tonight and 20/20 from the U.S. Gulf Coast, covering Hurricane Katrina's devastation.

Eve Ensler

EVE ENSLER, playwright, performer, and activist, is the author of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, translated into over 45 languages and performed in over 130 countries, including sold-out runs at both Off-Broadway's Westside Theater and on London's West End (2002 Olivier Award nomination, Best Entertainment.) Her experience performing THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES inspired her to create V-Day, a global movement...

Geena Davis

Academy Award winner Geena Davis is one of Hollywood's most respected actors, appearing in several roles that became cultural landmarks. Earning the 2006 Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama, Davis broke ground in her portrayal of the first female President of the United States in ABC's hit show "Commander in Chief...

Gladys Knight

The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Very few singers over the last fifty years have matched her unassailable artistry. This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in pop, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance...

Gloria Estefan

Gloria Estefan, an international superstar, is one of the most recognized artists in the world. With five Grammy Awards and more than seventy million albums sold world-wide, Estefan is the single most successful crossover performer in the history of Latin music.

Helen Hunt

HELEN HUNT has enjoyed a diverse career not only as an Emmy and Oscar award winning actress, but more recently as an accomplished writer, director and producer. As an actress, her extensive and diverse body of work includes roles in film, theater, and television. Recently, Hunt completed two independent film projects - Steven Bernstein's DECODING ANNIE PARKER as well as Ben Lewin's THE...

Hilary Swank

Two-time Academy Award winning actress, Hilary Swank has graced some of this decade's most fascinating films. An actress as well as a producer, Swank is involved with several highly anticipated projects. Hilary can currently be seen in Fox Searchlight's "CONVICTION", which she also executive produced and is based on the true story of a working mother that puts herself through law school to free...

India Arie

INDIA.ARIE is known and cherished by fans and fellow musicians as a poet, a songwriter, a musician, an advocate, a friend and a philanthropist -- but she is possibly best known for the love in her music that has inspired and motivated people worldwide. India.Arie has sold over 8 million albums worldwide, including the double-platinum Acoustic Soul, the platinum Voyage to India and her...

Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis is an actress with starring roles in such acclaimed films as Freaky Friday, True Lies, Trading Places and A Fish Called Wanda. In television, Ms. Curtis co-starred opposite Richard Lewis in the sitcom Anything But Love, as well as the title role in TNT’s adaptation of Wendy Wasserstein’s play, The Heidi Chronicles, and the CBS telefilm Nicholas’ Gift for which she earned...

Jillian Michaels

Jillian Michaels is one of the leading health and wellness experts in the country. Perhaps considered one of the most demanding people on television for her role as trainer and life coach on the two NBC hit series, The Biggest Loser and Losing It With Jillian, Michaels has created a brand name for herself. Every week she motivates nearly 13 million TV viewers of The Biggest Loser, and almost...

Katie Couric

Katie Couric (@katiecouric) is an award-winning journalist and TV personality, well-known cancer advocate, and New York Times best-selling author of The Best Advice I Ever Got: Lessons From Extraordinary Lives. Couric joined the Disney/ABC Television Group in Summer 2011 and serves as special correspondent for ABC News, contributing to ABC World News, Nightline, 20/20, Good Morning America...

Krista  Smith

Vanity Fair West Coast editor Krista Smith is the magazine's ambassador to Hollywood. She introduces readers to a breakout talent each month in the "Vanities" section and plays an instrumental role in producing the highly anticipated annual Vanity Fair "Hollywood Issue" cover and portfolio. Smith has also written numerous cover stories for the magazine, including pieces on Kate Winslet, Reese...

Linda Cohn

Linda Cohn has long been considered a pioneer for woman sportscasters and a true American icon. She has graced our television sets for over 18 years as one of the first full-time female sports anchors and is recognized as one of America's most successful female sports anchors. Linda has been one of only a few that have been a constant mainstay on ESPN's SportsCenter, since July of 1992. Today...

Lynn  Nottage

Lynn Nottage's play, By The Way, Meet Vera Stark,enjoyed an extended run Off-Broadway at Second Stage Theatre (Lily Award, Drama Desk Nomination). It can be seen at The Geffen Playhouse and Goodman Theatre. Her Pulitzer Prize-winning play Ruined, which involves the plight of women in the civil war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, premiered at Manhattan Theatre Club and Goodman Theatre (OBIE...

Maria Bello

Maria Bello has captivated audiences with her many diverse roles in such films as "the Cooler" with William H. Macy, (Golden Globe and SAG Nomination), Davis Cronenberg's "A History of Violence" opposite Viggo Mortenson and Ed Harris (NY Film Critics win and Golden Globe nomination), along with close to 30 other films. Bello began her career as an activist at Villanova University where she...

Muna Abu Sulayman

Muna Abu Sulayman, executive manager of Strategic Studies and Research Initiatives at Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's Kingdom Holding Company, was among the 250 Young Global Leaders chosen by the World Economic Forum for 2007. Riyadh-based Muna Abu Sulayman is the only Saudi to gain a place on this year's list which was released yesterday by the Geneva-based WEF.

Nancy Grace

An outspoken, tireless advocate for victims' rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts, Nancy Grace is the powerful force behind HLN's top-rated show, "Nancy Grace". A former prosecutor with an unparalleled record of success, she has appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "The View," "The Today Show," "Good Morning America," "Dr. Phil" and "Larry King Live," among others...

Patricia Velasquez

With a career that spans from the glamour of modeling and films to the positive efforts of active charity work, Patricia Velasquez is far from just a pretty face. Embodying all that is beauty and strength of mind, Patricia has a heart of gold, having never forgotten where she came from and always eager to spread messages of encouragement to young Latinas around the world...

Paula Wagner

Paula Wagner has worked in the top ranks of the entertainment industry as a talent agent, film producer and studio executive. Currently, Wagner is developing films, theatre and television through her production company Chestnut Ridge Productions (CRP). Under the CRP banner, Wagner will produce the Broadway theatrical production of The Heiress starring Jessica Chastain and David Strathairn...

Rosario Dawson

ROSARIO DAWSON has garnered praise for her numerous leading roles with today’s hottest film actors and directors, making her one of Hollywood’s most sought after leading ladies. At the age of 14, Dawson debuted in the critically acclaimed KIDS and went on to gain accolades in roles such as ‘Mimi Marquez’ in the film RENT. She was honored in 2007 at the esteemed ShoWest where she received the...

Sally Field

Two-time Academy Award-winning, two-time Emmy-winning, and two-time Golden Globe-winning actress, director and producer, Sally Field has been one of the most versatile and durable talents in Hollywood for more than fifty years.