Ari Weinzweig

Ari Weinzweig founded Zingerman’s was founded as a small corner delicatessen in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Since then, Ari has been a serial social entrepreneur lending credence to the voice of generosity.

ep. 113 - Ari Weinzweig: Founder of Zingerman's Deli, Breads, and Products

Mike Maddock

Maddock Douglas

Mike Maddock is an entrepreneur, an inventor, a writer and a keynote speaker. Mike calls himself an Idea Monkey because he loves to solve problems with disruptive ideas. This passion for problem-solving led him to establish Maddock Douglas, Inc. in 1991. Maddock Douglas has become an internationally recognized innovation agency that helps leading corporations invent and launch new products, services, and business models. It is the perfect place for Idea Monkeys and the (Ring) Leaders who keep them on track.

ep. 111 - Mike Maddock: CEO of Maddock Douglas, Entrepreneur, Inventor, & Writer

Abi Ferrin

Abi Ferrin has a passion for empowering women and has been doing so through her eponymous clothing line for 14 years. As a fashion designer, she has had a perfect platform to inspire women, and as a philanthropist she created her company to support women while dressing them.

ep. 112 - Abi Ferrin: Fashion Designer and Philanthropist

Juliet Funt

Juliet Funt is the founder and owner of WhiteSpace at Work, a training and consulting firm that helps organizations, their leaders and employees flip the norms of business in order to reclaim their creativity, productivity and engagement.

ep. 110 - Juliet Funt: Expert in Coping with the Age of Overload & CEO, WhiteSpace

Michelle Gielan

Michelle Gielan, a national CBS News anchor turned UPenn positive psychology researcher, is the bestselling author of Broadcasting Happiness. She is partnered with Arianna Huffington to research how transformative stories fuel success.

ep. 109 - Michelle Gielan: Positive Communication Expert

Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler

Dr. Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler is a recognized global leader on how to optimize organizational vitality by solving the unsolvable in organizational life. Her presentations leave audiences highly motivated and equipped with practical tools for taking action and achieving the results they desire.

ep. 108 - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler: Organizational Psychologist & Founder,Alignment Strategies Group

Mike Rayburn

Mike Rayburn’s personal, business and career mission is simple: Transform communities. Whether that community is a business audience, an association, enrollees in his “What If…?” keynote experience, impoverished people worldwide, or the lost in his hometown of Las Vegas, Mike’s daily efforts and life work are dedicated to transforming communities.Mike does this most often with his “What If…?” keynote presentations and breakouts, where he uses world-class guitar and hilarious comedy to teach the three simple, powerful tools which took him from playing empty bars, to headlining Carnegie Hall (eight times!). They work for anyone. And everyone. Always.

Mike Rayburn’s personal, business and career mission is simple: Transform communities. Whether that community is a business audience, an association, enrollees in his “What If…?” keynote experience, impoverished people worldwide, or the lost in his hometown of Las Vegas, Mike’s daily efforts and life work are dedicated to transforming communities. Mike does this most often with his “What If…?” keynote presentations and breakouts, where he uses world-class guitar and hilarious comedy to teach the three simple, powerful tools which took him from playing empty bars, to headlining Carnegie Hall (eight times!). They work for anyone. And everyone. Always.

ep. 107 - Mike Rayburn: World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso

Diana Kander

Diana Kander is a successful entrepreneur, having founded and sold a number of ventures; a Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Missouri; a Senior Fellow at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, the largest non-profit in the world dedicated to entrepreneurship and education; &amp; author of 'All In Startup', a New York Times Best-selling novel.

ep. 106 - Diana Kander: NYT Best-selling Author, Entrepreneur, Forbes Contributor, & Sr. Fellow

Christopher Bishop is passionate about the power of emerging technologies to deliver positive transformation at the intersection of business and culture. He is especially excited about the potential of artificial intelligence to provide solutions to problems once considered the realm of science fiction.As a futurist, David Houle has always had keen insights into how new and future technologies will affect and change society and business. His high degree of accuracy in his forecasts led him to become known as “the CEO’s Futurist” having spoken to or advised more than 3,500 CEOs and business owners during the last 10 years.

Christopher Bishop is passionate about the power of emerging technologies to deliver positive transformation at the intersection of business and culture. He is especially excited about the potential of artificial intelligence to provide solutions to problems once considered the realm of science fiction. As a futurist, David Houle has always had keen insights into how new and future technologies will affect and change society and business. His high degree of accuracy in his forecasts led him to become known as “the CEO’s Futurist” having spoken to or advised more than 3,500 CEOs and business owners during the last 10 years.

ep. 105 - AI Guys: Reinvention Consultants, Futurists, & Thinkers

Daymond John

A young entrepreneur, industry pioneer and highly regarded marketing expert, as well as a man who has surpassed new heights of commercial and financial success, are just a few ways people have described Daymond John. Over the last 20 years, Daymond John (The Shark) has evolved from one of the most successful fashion icons of his generation to a highly sought-after branding expert, author, consultant, and as a speaker in business and motivational genres.In this podcast, we discuss his life, outlook, an upcoming book - "Rise and Grind HOW TO OUT-PERFORM, OUT-WORK, AND OUT-HUSTLE THE COMPETITION"

A young entrepreneur, industry pioneer and highly regarded marketing expert, as well as a man who has surpassed new heights of commercial and financial success, are just a few ways people have described Daymond John. Over the last 20 years, Daymond John (The Shark) has evolved from one of the most successful fashion icons of his generation to a highly sought-after branding expert, author, consultant, and as a speaker in business and motivational genres. In this podcast, we discuss his life, outlook, an upcoming book - "Rise and Grind HOW TO OUT-PERFORM, OUT-WORK, AND OUT-HUSTLE THE COMPETITION"

ep. 104 - Daymond John: Founder & CEO of FUBU, Shark on 'Shark Tank', & Best-Selling Author

GDA Podcast showcases the best storytellers, thought leaders, educators, policy wonks, business experts, and motivators on the keynote speaking circuit today | GDA Podcast powered by GDA Speakers

This was a great podcast. Looking forward to hearing more

Ep. 01 - Jeff Kirschner

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Ryan Estis

Ryan Estis helps companies and individual contributors embrace change and achieve breakthrough performance. Each live event blends original research with compelling stories that move participants to take action. Ryan has 20 years of business experience working with the world s best brands to initiate change, inspire innovation and deliver growth.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/gdapodcast32Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Ryan Estis helps companies and individual contributors embrace change and achieve breakthrough performance. Each live event blends original research with compelling stories that move participants to take action. Ryan has 20 years of business experience working with the world s best brands to initiate change, inspire innovation and deliver growth. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/gdapodcast32" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/gdapodcast32</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 32 - Ryan Estis: Culture, Sales, Leadership, & Business Performance Expert

Kyle Maynard

Kyle Maynard is a motivational speaker, best selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning extreme athlete, and the first man to crawl to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.Despite being born with a rare condition known as congenital amputation, that has left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees, he learned early on, to live life independently and without prosthetics. Kyle thrives on physical challenges and is a champion wrestler, CrossFit Certified Instructor and gym owner, competitive Mixed Martial Arts/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter, world record-setting weightlifter, and skilled mountaineer.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2qeuUtRTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Kyle Maynard is a motivational speaker, best selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning extreme athlete, and the first man to crawl to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Despite being born with a rare condition known as congenital amputation, that has left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees, he learned early on, to live life independently and without prosthetics. Kyle thrives on physical challenges and is a champion wrestler, CrossFit Certified Instructor and gym owner, competitive Mixed Martial Arts/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter, world record-setting weightlifter, and skilled mountaineer. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2qeuUtR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2qeuUtR</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 43 - Kyle Maynard: Inspirational Athlete, Entrepreneur & Author of 'No Excuses'

Jackie Freiberg

Dr. Jackie Freiberg is dedicated to helping leaders create BEST places where the BEST people can do their BEST work to make the world BETTER.For over 27 years, Jackie has been on a mission to expose the unconventional, business-best practices of globally admired leaders. Concrete Examples Entertaining Stories Valuable Takeaways. Just a few reasons why clients in every part of the world invite Jackie Freiberg to be their featured speaker.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2qmLqUOTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Dr. Jackie Freiberg is dedicated to helping leaders create BEST places where the BEST people can do their BEST work to make the world BETTER. For over 27 years, Jackie has been on a mission to expose the unconventional, business-best practices of globally admired leaders. Concrete Examples Entertaining Stories Valuable Takeaways. Just a few reasons why clients in every part of the world invite Jackie Freiberg to be their featured speaker. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2qmLqUO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2qmLqUO</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 42 - Dr. Jackie Freiberg: Thought Leader & International Best-Selling Author

Pippa Malmgren

Dr. Malmgren regularly visits with leading policy-makers among the offices of heads of government, the boards of central banks and elected and appointed officials among the G7 countries in order to discern how the political and policy environment influences prices in financial markets.In 2016, her book, Signals: How Everyday Signs Can Help Us Navigate the World’s Turbulent Economy, became a best-seller on Amazon in four categories after being crowd-funded on Indiegogo (249% of the target in just 15 days). She also wrote Geopolitics for Investors which was commissioned by the CFA.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2nFvEHVTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Dr. Malmgren regularly visits with leading policy-makers among the offices of heads of government, the boards of central banks and elected and appointed officials among the G7 countries in order to discern how the political and policy environment influences prices in financial markets. In 2016, her book, Signals: How Everyday Signs Can Help Us Navigate the World’s Turbulent Economy, became a best-seller on Amazon in four categories after being crowd-funded on Indiegogo (249% of the target in just 15 days). She also wrote Geopolitics for Investors which was commissioned by the CFA. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2nFvEHV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2nFvEHV</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 37 - Pippa Malmgren: Co-founder of H Robotics & Fmr. Bush Economic Advisor

Simon T. Bailey

Simon T. Bailey joined us in the office and spoke with our team. Here is the discussion.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2oXw6ytTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Simon T. Bailey joined us in the office and spoke with our team. Here is the discussion. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2oXw6yt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2oXw6yt</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

BONUS EPISODE w/ Simon T. Bailey

John Sileo

John Sileo’s identity was stolen from his business and used to embezzle $300,000 from his clients. While the thief covered his crimes using Sileo’s identity, John and his business were held legally and financially responsible for the felonies committed. The breach destroyed John’s company and consumed two years of his life as he fought to stay out of jail.In response, John made it his mission to help organizations and individual protect the data that underlies their wealth. Combining real-world experience with years of study, John became an award-winning author, trusted advisor and keynote speaker on identity theft, cyber security, online privacy and digital fraud.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2oOfOIaTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

John Sileo’s identity was stolen from his business and used to embezzle $300,000 from his clients. While the thief covered his crimes using Sileo’s identity, John and his business were held legally and financially responsible for the felonies committed. The breach destroyed John’s company and consumed two years of his life as he fought to stay out of jail. In response, John made it his mission to help organizations and individual protect the data that underlies their wealth. Combining real-world experience with years of study, John became an award-winning author, trusted advisor and keynote speaker on identity theft, cyber security, online privacy and digital fraud. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2oOfOIa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2oOfOIa</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 40 - John Sileo: Cyber Security, Identity Theft & Human Hacking Expert

Sam Silverstein

Sam Silverstein is dedicated to empowering people to live accountable lives, transform the way they do business and create a more accountable world. He helps companies create an organizational culture that prioritizes and inspires accountability.As a former executive and business owner, Sam’s manufacturing and distribution companies sold over $100 million in products and services. He successfully sold one of his businesses to a Fortune 500 company. Today, Sam writes, speaks and consults with such companies, inspiring and challenging their people to think differently to achieve a better result.He is the founder of The Accountability Movement™, which is focused on building powerful communities filled with people and organizations, that know their values, live their values and keep their commitments.Link to episode: Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Sam Silverstein is dedicated to empowering people to live accountable lives, transform the way they do business and create a more accountable world. He helps companies create an organizational culture that prioritizes and inspires accountability. As a former executive and business owner, Sam’s manufacturing and distribution companies sold over $100 million in products and services. He successfully sold one of his businesses to a Fortune 500 company. Today, Sam writes, speaks and consults with such companies, inspiring and challenging their people to think differently to achieve a better result. He is the founder of The Accountability Movement™, which is focused on building powerful communities filled with people and organizations, that know their values, live their values and keep their commitments. Link to episode: Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 48 -  Sam Silverstein: The Accountability Movement & Expert on Workplace Culture

Simon T. Bailey is the CEO of Simon T. Bailey International, a premium education company specializing in creating learning and development content for individuals and organizations. Simon derives great joy by sharing and inspiring men and women with a simple transformational framework and the tools needed to create a purposeful life and a meaningful and profitable business. Simon delivers tangible takeaways that are easy to implement and produce sustainable results. He connects with any audience – on many levels – with a relevant message that resonates beyond the stage. Simon serves as a guide and catalyst, challenging people to shift and create their future.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2oXw6ytTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Simon T. Bailey is the CEO of Simon T. Bailey International, a premium education company specializing in creating learning and development content for individuals and organizations. Simon derives great joy by sharing and inspiring men and women with a simple transformational framework and the tools needed to create a purposeful life and a meaningful and profitable business.  Simon delivers tangible takeaways that are easy to implement and produce sustainable results. He connects with any audience – on many levels – with a relevant message that resonates beyond the stage. Simon serves as a guide and catalyst, challenging people to shift and create their future. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2oXw6yt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2oXw6yt</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 41 - Simon T. Bailey: Change Management, Leadership, and Customer Experience Expert, & Author

Jim Morris is the subject of Disney's film "The Rookie." He's the science teacher/coach who made a bet with his baseball team; if they won district he would try out for an MLB team. They did, he did and made it to the major leagues in three months!Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2of1fveTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Jim Morris is the subject of Disney's film "The Rookie." He's the science teacher/coach who made a bet with his baseball team; if they won district he would try out for an MLB team. They did, he did and made it to the major leagues in three months! Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2of1fve" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2of1fve</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 38 - Jim "The Rookie" Morris: Coach Turned Pro That Inspired The Movie The Rookie

Jamie Metzl

Jamie Metzl is one of the most remarkable people you'll ever meet and an electrifying speaker. He's lectured around the globe on technology and Asia's rise, is a regular CNN commentator, and his columns are read around the world.Jamie appears regularly on national and international media discussing Asian economic and political issues and his syndicated columns and other writing on Asian affairs, genetics, virtual reality, and other topics is featured regularly in publications around the world.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2o054FfTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Jamie Metzl is one of the most remarkable people you'll ever meet and an electrifying speaker. He's lectured around the globe on technology and Asia's rise, is a regular CNN commentator, and his columns are read around the world. Jamie appears regularly on national and international media discussing Asian economic and political issues and his syndicated columns and other writing on Asian affairs, genetics, virtual reality, and other topics is featured regularly in publications around the world. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2o054Ff" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2o054Ff</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 36 - Jamie Metzl: Futurist, Genetics Expert, Global Affairs Specialist, & Author

Willie Jolley

There are many motivational speakers, and then there is the one, the only, the incomparable Dr. Willie Jolley. He has been described simultaneously as a world-class, award-winning speaker and singer, best-selling author and media personality.Dr. Jolley has achieved remarkable heights in the speaking industry, having come from humble beginnings of being a fired singer, who was replaced by a karaoke machine! He has gone on to be named "One of the 5 Outstanding Speakers in the World" by the 175,000 members of Toastmasters International. He has also been inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame as well as achieving the distinction of Certified Speaker Professional by the National Speakers Association. In 2012 he was the recipient of the Ron Brown Distinguished Leadership Award. In 2013 he was named, "One of the Top 5 Leadership Speakers" by Speaking.com and Business Leader of The Year by The African American Chambers of Commerce.Willie uses his public platform to pursue his mission of empowering and encouraging people to rise above their circumstances and maximize their God given potential! Many know him as the speaker Ford Motors called on in 2006 when they were on the brink of bankruptcy, and he worked with them in 2006, 2007 and 2008 and in 2009 they were able to reject a government bailout and go on to Billion Dollar profitsLink to episode: Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

There are many motivational speakers, and then there is the one, the only, the incomparable Dr. Willie Jolley. He has been described simultaneously as a world-class, award-winning speaker and singer, best-selling author and media personality. Dr. Jolley has achieved remarkable heights in the speaking industry, having come from humble beginnings of being a fired singer, who was replaced by a karaoke machine! He has gone on to be named "One of the 5 Outstanding Speakers in the World" by the 175,000 members of Toastmasters International. He has also been inducted into the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame as well as achieving the distinction of Certified Speaker Professional by the National Speakers Association. In 2012 he was the recipient of the Ron Brown Distinguished Leadership Award. In 2013 he was named, "One of the Top 5 Leadership Speakers" by <a href="http://Speaking.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Speaking.com</a> and Business Leader of The Year by The African American Chambers of Commerce. Willie uses his public platform to pursue his mission of empowering and encouraging people to rise above their circumstances and maximize their God given potential! Many know him as the speaker Ford Motors called on in 2006 when they were on the brink of bankruptcy, and he worked with them in 2006, 2007 and 2008 and in 2009 they were able to reject a government bailout and go on to Billion Dollar profits Link to episode: Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 49 - Dr. Willie Jolley - Award-Winning Speaker, Best-Selling Author, & Media Personality

Ron White

Ron White is without question one of the top Memory Experts in the world.He is a two-time national memory champion; winner of the USA Memory Championship in 2009 and 2010; held the record for the fastest memorization of shuffled deck of cards in only 1 minute and 27 seconds.Ron’s desire is not that you see him as the person with the best trained memory, but that he teaches YOU to have the best trained memory!Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2pIrqOQTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Ron White is without question one of the top Memory Experts in the world. He is a two-time national memory champion; winner of the USA Memory Championship in 2009 and 2010; held the record for the fastest memorization of shuffled deck of cards in only 1 minute and 27 seconds. Ron’s desire is not that you see him as the person with the best trained memory, but that he teaches YOU to have the best trained memory! Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2pIrqOQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2pIrqOQ</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 47 - Ron White: Two-Time National Memory Champion, Author, Speaker, & Coach

Marlon Peterson

Marlon Peterson was honored by Ebony Magazine as one of America's 100 most influential and inspiring leaders in the Black community. He is also an Aspen Ideas Festival Scholar, and Fall 2016 TED Resident. Marlon is the founder and chief re-imaginator of The Precedential Group, a social justice consulting firm, and a 2015 recipient of the prestigious Soros Justice Fellowship. Marlon spent his entire 20's in New York State prisons. Since his release his work has focused in the following areas: youth development, violence prevention, criminal justice, race &amp; gender justice.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2qx3xYrTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Marlon Peterson was honored by Ebony Magazine as one of America's 100 most influential and inspiring leaders in the Black community. He is also an Aspen Ideas Festival Scholar, and Fall 2016 TED Resident. Marlon is the founder and chief re-imaginator of The Precedential Group, a social justice consulting firm, and a 2015 recipient of the prestigious Soros Justice Fellowship. Marlon spent his entire 20's in New York State prisons. Since his release his work has focused in the following areas: youth development, violence prevention, criminal justice, race &amp; gender justice. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2qx3xYr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2qx3xYr</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 45 - Marlon Peterson: Prisoner Turned Distinguished Social & Criminal Justice Advocate

Molly Fletcher

Hailed as "the female Jerry Maguire" by CNN, Molly Fletcher shares the innovative strategies that helped her thrive as a successful sports agent. Today, Molly is a highly respected CEO, entrepreneur, podcaster, and author. In this podcast, Molly will discuss her soon-to-be-released book, Fearless at Work: Achieve Your Potential by Transforming Small Moments into Big Outcomes - available April 10, 2017. Molly's Podcast: http://apple.co/2o9U4bcLink to episode: http://bit.ly/2nLgzQhTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Hailed as "the female Jerry Maguire" by CNN, Molly Fletcher shares the innovative strategies that helped her thrive as a successful sports agent. Today, Molly is a highly respected CEO, entrepreneur, podcaster, and author.  In this podcast, Molly will discuss her soon-to-be-released book, Fearless at Work: Achieve Your Potential by Transforming Small Moments into Big Outcomes - available April 10, 2017.  Molly's Podcast: <a href="http://apple.co/2o9U4bc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://apple.co/2o9U4bc</a> Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2nLgzQh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2nLgzQh</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 35 - Molly Fletcher: Sports Agent, Author & Entrepreneur

Greg Bennick

Greg Bennick, a humorous speaking champion that makes people laugh while inviting them to think about important ideas relevant to them His favorite topic is "managing the unexpected" which he combines with comedic juggling to create an unforgettable interactive display of ideas and interaction. Greg believes that his keynote presentation should be ENTERTAINING so he uses laughter as a vehicle for ideas. He researches his audiences to ensure that every performance is perfect. He's a presenter that will entertain, educate, and delivers on promises.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2p9YctnTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Greg Bennick, a humorous speaking champion that makes people laugh while inviting them to think about important ideas relevant to them His favorite topic is "managing the unexpected" which he combines with comedic juggling to create an unforgettable interactive display of ideas and interaction. Greg believes that his keynote presentation should be ENTERTAINING so he uses laughter as a vehicle for ideas. He researches his audiences to ensure that every performance is perfect. He's a presenter that will entertain, educate, and delivers on promises. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2p9Yctn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2p9Yctn</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 39 - Greg Bennick: Change Management Expert, Juggler, & Humorist

Jason Hewlett

Jason Hewlett’s speaking career began following the performance of his popular One-Man Show at a corporate event. The client was so impressed with the powerful messaging Jason included in his act that he was asked to be the keynote speaker for their Management &amp; Leadership Conference the following year. Jason’s customized presentation and content, combined with music and comedy, was so well received it has turned into multiple speeches for nationwide clients.While Jason has received awards in the arts and entertainment industry, he has been hired for some of the largest corporate events in the world. His reputation has transformed from someone who delivers an incredible, standing ovation show worthy of Las Vegas praise, AND a keynote speaker sharing practical business principles applicable for leadership, entrepreneurship, and cultural impact.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2pOfs76Transcripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Jason Hewlett’s speaking career began following the performance of his popular One-Man Show at a corporate event. The client was so impressed with the powerful messaging Jason included in his act that he was asked to be the keynote speaker for their Management &amp; Leadership Conference the following year. Jason’s customized presentation and content, combined with music and comedy, was so well received it has turned into multiple speeches for nationwide clients. While Jason has received awards in the arts and entertainment industry, he has been hired for some of the largest corporate events in the world. His reputation has transformed from someone who delivers an incredible, standing ovation show worthy of Las Vegas praise, AND a keynote speaker sharing practical business principles applicable for leadership, entrepreneurship, and cultural impact. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2pOfs76" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2pOfs76</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 46 - Jason Hewlett: Speaker, Entertainer, Author, & Impressionist

Sonia Nazario

Sonia Nazario is an award-winning journalist whose stories have tackled some of this country’s most intractable problems -- hunger, drug addiction, immigration -- and have won some of the most prestigious journalism and book awards.She is best known for "Enrique's Journey," her story of a Honduran boy’s struggle to find his mother in the U.S. Published as a series in the Los Angeles Times, "Enrique's Journey" won the Pulitzer Prize for feature writing in 2003. It was turned into a book by Random House that became a national bestseller.Link to episode: http://bit.ly/2nJG9pHTranscripts, blogs, and more: www.gdapodcast.comFor booking info: www.gdaspeakers.com or call (214) 420-1999twitter: @gdapodcastinstagram: @gdapocastfb: facebook.com/gdapodcast

Sonia Nazario is an award-winning journalist whose stories have tackled some of this country’s most intractable problems -- hunger, drug addiction, immigration -- and have won some of the most prestigious journalism and book awards. She is best known for "Enrique's Journey," her story of a Honduran boy’s struggle to find his mother in the U.S. Published as a series in the Los Angeles Times, "Enrique's Journey" won the Pulitzer Prize for feature writing in 2003. It was turned into a book by Random House that became a national bestseller. Link to episode: <a href="http://bit.ly/2nJG9pH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2nJG9pH</a> Transcripts, blogs, and more: <a href="http://www.gdapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdapodcast.com</a> For booking info: <a href="http://www.gdaspeakers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gdaspeakers.com</a> or call (214) 420-1999 twitter: @gdapodcast instagram: @gdapocast fb: <a href="http://facebook.com/gdapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/gdapodcast</a>

ep. 34 - Sonia Nazario: Social Journalist, Author, & Humanitarian

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