An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s modern bohemian designs are inspired by strong, confident and powerful women who embody the effortless, free-spirited lifestyle. After developing an affinity for design while in the costume department in high school, Rebecca Minkoff moved to New York City at age 18 to […]
Marc Lafleur had holes in his shoes at sixteen. He was homeschooled up until high school, where he struggled to fit in as the only Black student in his small hometown. He was a troubled kid whose teachers and peers counted out. His entrepreneurial journey didn’t begin until he heard that Snapchat turned down a […]
Tareq Hadhad is telling his story. He was a Syrian refugee and is now living his new life with his entrepreneurial family on Canada’s east coast. He is the founder and CEO of Peace by Chocolate. Passionate about peace and entrepreneurship, his family relaunched the family business to recreate the chocolates they exported across the […]
Doc Hendley is the Founder and President of Wine To Water, a global non-profit preserving life and dignity through the power of clean water. Wine To Water is committed to building a holistic, community-based model by supporting the life and dignity of all through the power of clean water. Their teams around the globe integrate […]
Emily O’Brien is the founder of the booming social enterprise Comeback Snacks. Her evolution from prison to a successful entrepreneur is a story that helps individuals and organizations find inspiration to transform challenges into opportunities. Emily’s keynotes recount her struggles and wins, addressing painful lessons, resilience, determination, forgiveness, and the ability to find strength within […]