Speakers - Speakers Bureau

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP

President & Chief Executive Officer, Society for Human Resource Management

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP is President and Chief Executive Officer of SHRM, the world's largest HR professional society.

Kim Ades

President and Founder, Frame of Mind Coaching

Kim Ades works with leaders who are working hard, are frustrated with the results they’re generating and know that there has to be a better way.

Mike Aitken

Senior Vice President, Membership. Society For Human Resource Management

Mike Aitken was appointed SVP for Membership in 2018 after 15 years leading SHRM’s successful advocacy programs as Vice President of Government Affairs.

Alexander Alonso, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP

Chief Knowledge Officer, Society for Human Resource Management

Alonso is SHRM's Chief Knowledge Officer leading operations for SHRM's certifications, research functions, and the SHRM Knowledge Advisor service.

Jeaneen Andrews-Feldman

Chief Marketing & Experience Officer, The Society for Human Resource Management

As Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, Jeaneen is responsible for providing executive leadership and management of SHRM’s marketing activities worldwide.

James L. Banks, Jr., J.D.

General Counsel, Society for Human Resource Management

As General Counsel, Mr. Banks manages the legal function of SHRM, oversees the work of outside counsel, and serves as legal advisor on business transactions.

Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP

Nicole Belyna is a field services director at SHRM and possesses more than 15 years in human resources, specializing talent management and leadership.

Bertice Berry, Ph.D

Author, Lecturer, Sociologist, Bertice Berry Productions, Inc.

Sociologist, Bertice Berry, PhD. is a best-selling author and award winning lecturer who has been named Lecturer of the Year and Entertainer of the Year.

Josh Bersin

Industry Analyst and Thought Leader

Bersin is an author, educator, and thought leader focusing on the global talent market and the challenges and trends impacting business workforces around the world.

Pramod Bhasin

Founder, Genpact Ltd.

Pramod’s career spans a professional and entrepreneurial journey in Financial Services and Business Process Management across the globe.

Chatrane Birbal

Director, Policy Engagement, Society for Human Resource Management

Chatrane Birbal is the director of policy engagement at SHRM where she lobbies Congress in support of workplace public policy issues.

Dr. Jill Birch

Founder & CEO, BirchGrove Inc.

Dr. Birch is the Founder & CEO of BirchGrove Inc., where she helps organizations develop individual leaders and teams and supports human resource partners.

Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC

COO, Thor Projects LLC

Terri teaches people how to maintain boundaries, cool down a conflict during heated situations, and prevent and recover from burnout.

Robert Bogue

CEO, Thor Projects LLC

Robert has a driving passion for delivering solutions and knows how to ignite engagement, stop burn out, and freeze a snowballing conflict in its tracks.

Mary Cheddie, SHRM-SCP

Divisional Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Mary Cheddie is divisional director, East for SHRM. She is responsible for leadership development for volunteer leaders, chapters, and state councils.

Jason T. Collett

President, Adaptivity Development, LLC

Jason T. Collett is brilliant at customizing the message to directly relate and engage the audience. Most importantly he energizes the participants to take meaningful action.

Justin Constantine, J.D., LLM

Published Author, TEDx Speaker, Marine Officer and Combat Veteran

A highly-decorated combat veteran, TEDx presenter and Fortune 500 speaker, Justin talks about leadership, overcoming adversity and the upside of change.

Nancy Conway, SHRM-SCP

Field Services Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Nancy Conway is SHRM’s Field Services Director supporting Professional Chapters, Student Chapters, State Councils, HR professionals, and business leaders.

Magie Cook

Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur and CEO

With perseverance, she created Maggie's All-Natural Fresh Salsa's & Dips, a company that grew into a multi-million-dollar business.

Jennifer Currence, SHRM-SCP

President, The Currence Group, LLC

Jennifer Currence delivers results through customized presentations, training, coaching, and leadership development programs for HR.

Cherrie Davis, SHRM-SCP

President, ShiftForward

Cherrie Davis is a visionary leader with over 3 decades of experience in HR, is a recognized coach, facilitator, and change management leader.

Dr. Shirley Davis, CSP

Chief Executive Officer, SDS Global Enterprises Inc.

Dr. Shirley Davis, CSP, is an accomplished corporate executive, global workforce management expert, and a certified leadership coach.

Jon Decoteau, SHRM-SCP

Divisional Director, Society for Human Resource Management

With more than 25 yrs. of HR experience, Jon has held leadership roles at several iconic companies where his career has taken him around the globe.

Delight Deloney

Field Services Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Delight is an award winning, passionate people developer with a background in Human Resources and Counseling.

Emily M. Dickens, J.D.

Corporate Secretary, Chief of Staff and Head, Government Affairs

Emily Dickens, serves as SHRM's Corporate Secretary, Chief of Staff and Head, Government Affairs, manages external partnerships and provides oversight for the Gov. Affairs division.

Marc Effron

President, The Talent Strategy Group

Marc is the co-author of the Harvard Business Review Publishing best-selling book One Page Talent Management, often called the “talent management bible.”

Omari Faulker

Business Development Strategist & Diplomacy Expert; Adjunct Professor, Georgetown University

Omari is a trailblazing Strategist and Speaker who enforces the meaning of each person’s ability to improve their lives, communities, and the world.

Karith Foster

CEO and Founder of Foster Russell Organization

As a humorist, speaker, TV & radio personality, and author whose sense of duty, along with her sense of humor, have made Karith a positive force of change.

Richard A. Fowler

Cable News Commentator and Millennial Messaging Expert, Richard Media Company/Fox News Channel

Richard Fowler's fresh style and out-of-the-box thinking spurs audiences across the country to action and pushes all demographics to ask more of themselves.

Jason Gabhart

Director, State Affairs California, Society for Human Resource Management

Jason Gabhart is the California State Government Relations Advisor advocating for SHRM’s interests in the California State Legislature and Governor’s office.

Dima Ghawi

Keynote Speaker & Executive Coach, Dima Ghawi, LLC

Through keynote speeches, workshops, training programs, and coaching, Dima shares her unique leadership journey to motivate others to ignite their own leadership flame.

Steve Gilliland, CSP, CPAE

Hall of Fame Speaker & Best Selling Author, Steve Gilliland, Inc.

A member of the Speaker Hall of Fame, Steve Gilliland is one of the most in-demand and top-rated speakers in the world.

Camille Chang Gilmore

Vice President, Human Resources & Global Chief Diversity Officer, Boston Scientific

Gilmore is the VP of HR for Boston Scientific where she drives programs that recognize and value the unique talents, attributes and contributions.

Sylvie di Giusto

Keynote Speaker, Personal Branding Expert and Author

Gusto is a recognized member of the speaking community, having presented to every strata of management—from experienced CEOs to young executives.

Edie L. Goldberg, Ph.D.

President, E. L. Goldberg & Associates

Edie Goldberg specializes in talent management and organization effectiveness and focuses on designing systems to attract and retain employees.

Marc Goldberg

Chief Technology Officer, Society for Human Resource Management

Marc has a background in facilitating process changes to improve quality management, executed technology organizational designs, and improved technical recruitment processes.

Denise Graziano

CEO, Graziano Associates

Denise is a leading authority in helping leaders to create change, improve trust, and communication to increase revenue, retention and loyalty.

Paula H. Harvey, MBA, SHRM-SCP

Vice President of HR, Schulte Building Systems

In addition to teaching leadership topics--including the SHRM Learning System--Paula is an internationally recognized speaker on global and strategic business issues.

Lisa Horn

Vice President, Regulatory & Judicial Affairs Counsel, Society for Human Resource Management

As Director of Congressional Affairs, Lisa oversees SHRM’s public policy activities on Capitol Hill on issues important to the HR profession.

Art Jackson

President, Eagles Nest Performance Management, Inc.

Art Jackson is a recognized expert in the areas of leadership, performance improvement and interpersonal skills.

La Tanya James-Rouse

La Tanya is the associate general counsel at SHRM and advises on a broad range of legal compliance and transactional matters and strategic issues that are critical to SHRM’s goals.

Dr. Tiffany Jana

Author, Founder & CEO of TMI Portfolio

Dr. Jana is an acclaimed international speaker who enjoys helping people see each other more fully and more clearly.

Sherry Johnson, SHRM-SCP

Field Services Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Sherry Johnson is a Field Services Director for SHRM and has worked in HR for over 20+ years in not-for-profit community organizations and public education.

Dr. Willie Jolley, CSP, CPAE

Hall of Fame Speaker, Sirius XM Radio Host, Best-Selling Author

Dr. Jolley was named “One of the Outstanding Five Speakers in the World” by Toastmasters International and has been inducted into the Speakers Hall of Fame.

Kimbertly A. Jones, MBA, SWP

HR Senior Advisor, Public Health-Federal Government

A motivational and keynote speaker, Kimbertly’s career spans 30+ yrs. across multiple work sectors, including military, corporate, non-profit and federal government.

Brad Karsh

Founder and CEO, JB Training Solutions

Brad Karsh is a keynote speaker and executive coach with over 30 years of experience in learning and development.

Jeremy Kingsley

President, OneLife Leadership

Jeremy Kingsley is a best-selling author, leadership expert, and one of the most sought-after speakers in the country and has given over 2000 keynote speeches.

Gary B. Kushner, CBP

President and CEO, Kushner & Company

Internationally recognized as an expert in the HR field, Mr. Kushner is one of the nation's most sought after speakers on HR strategy and employee benefits.

Raymond Lee

Founder and CEO, Careerminds

Raymond Lee is the CEO of a tech enabled outplacement and retirement coaching company he started to create transition programs that reduced employee stress.

Tony Lee

Vice President, Editorial, Society for Human Resource Management

Lee is a frequent conference speaker in and has appeared as a career guidance authority on a range of television and radio programs.

Mike Letizia, SHRM-SCP

President, Letizia HR Solutions, Inc.

Mike is a subject matter expert in California employment law and is a senior HR consultant with over 34 years’ experience.

Dottie Li

Founder and CEO, TransPacific Communications

Dottie Li, founder and CEO of TransPacific Communications, has extensive global expertise in cross-cultural communication.

Jim Link

Chief Human Resources Officer, Randstad North America

As a recognized thought leader in human capability and the future of work, Jim is a sought-after commentator with the national and international press.

Jeff Luttrell, SHRM-SCP

Senior Director of Talent Management, Alorica

Jeff is the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition with Alorica, whose current teams focus on high volume call center staffing and professional support teams for Alorica where they hire nearly 50,000 people a year.

Andrew Mellen

Professional Organizer and President, Andrew Mellen, Inc.

Andrew is a best-selling author, productivity expert, and has been called, “The Most Organized Man in America.”

Guillermo Mendoza

Leadership Acceleration Expert, Impact Coaching Solutions

Guillermo is dedicated to empowering leaders to do what it takes to grow a successful organization developing talent in people.

Erica Merritt, CDP, BCC

Founder & Principal Consultant, Equius Group, LLC

Erica uses her expertise in leadership development, team dynamics and culture change to help leaders transform themselves and their teams in powerful ways.

Paul Meshanko, MBA, CSP

Founder & President, Legacy Business Cultures

Paul is an author, professional speaker and business owner with over 25 years of experience in leadership development and organizational culture change.

Gloria Sinclair Miller, SHRM-SCP

Field Services Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Gloria is an accomplished Senior Executive with more than 20 years of success in the HR, banking, retail, pharmaceutical, and non-profit industries.

Josh Miller

Director of Gen Z Studies, XYZ University, LLC

Josh Miller is one of the most dynamic rising stars on the national speaking circuit as a passionate and informed advocate for his own generation, Generation Z.

Morris Morrison

President and CEO, Morrison Global Brands, Inc.

Morrison uncovers the connection between culture, technology, and the #1 topic dominating the minds of todays leaders--how to achieve & sustain results faster.

Andrew Morton

Director of Certification Affairs, Society for Human Resource Management

In his role as the Director of Certification Affairs at SHRM, Andrew provides direction for inclusion initiatives such as veteran and disability hiring programs.

Vineet Nayar

Founder Chairman, Sampark Foundation

Vineet Nayar is the author of the highly acclaimed management book “Employees First, Customers Second: Turning Conventional Management Upside Down”

Marques Ogden

CEO, Ogden Ventures LLC

Marques currently works with JP Morgan, The NFL, The U.S. Military, and many others speaking on leadership, transition, perseverance and resiliency.

Peggy O’Neill

Keynote Speaker & Author

Peggy inspires and teaches people in business to develop the courage to be bold, brilliant, and risk-taking, so they can and advance their career.

Susan Post, SHRM-SCP

Field Services Director, Society for Human Resource Management

Susan Post is Field Services Director for SHRM, with accountability for the membership and relationship management strategies for SHRM’s NE and SE Regions.

John Register, CSP

President & CEO, Inspired Communications International, LLC

As an experiential Keynote Speaker and change management agent, Register helps people find their new normal and deal with change management.

James P. Reidy, J.D.

Shareholder, Sheehan Phinney

Jim practices in the areas of management side labor and employment law with an emphasis on assisting employers in avoiding, or defending against, employment disputes.

S. Renee

Self-Awareness, Branding & Communication Expert, Author, Certified Coach

S. Renee presents proven, actionable advice clearly and directly to provide strategic transformation for leadership effectiveness and organizational change.

Don Rheem

CEO, E3 Solutions

Don Rheem is CEO of E3 Solutions, a provider of employee workplace metrics which allows organizations to build engaged, high-performance cultures.

Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg

Author, Organizational Psychologist, Professor, Scholar

Dr. Steven Rogelberg is a highly decorated speaker and leading scholar featured on outlets from CBS This Morning, Freakonomics, BBC World, Wall Street Journal, to HBR Ideacast.

Clay Rojas

Founder and Executive Director, Prison Families Aftercare

Clay is a formerly incarcerated person who has transformed his life to include speaking to HR professionals about second chances for those returning from prison.

Coretha Rushing, SHRM-SCP

Retired Fortune 500 Corporate Chief People Officer and HR Consultant and Executive Coach, Coretha Rushing Consulting (CRC)

Coretha M. Rushing, SHRM-SCP, is a veteran HR leader and strategist with more than 25 years of experience at some of the world’s most iconic brands.

Libby Sartain

Independent Director and Advisor, Libby Sartain LLC

With 40 years of experience in HR, Sartain is an author and speaker, using her HR leadership and management experience at a variety of companies.

Nick Schacht

Chief Global Development Officer, Society for Human Resource Management

Schacht is an experienced executive with more than three decades of experience in professional services, education, and corporate learning and development.

Anthony J. Schulzetenberg

I-O Psychologist and Research Analyst, Colihan Consulting, LLC

By applying psychological theory to workplace climate issues, Anthony works with organizations to improve the employee experience and help retain top talent.

Melissa Dawn Simkins

CEO, Velvet Suite

Melissa is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and pioneer of the personal branding movement whose proven track record and personal story transforms the way we learn, live and lead.

April Simpkins, SHRM-CP

President, HRS&S Consulting, LLC

Along with April's passion for supporting small businesses, she was named one of Charlotte’s 50 Most Influential Women by Mecklenburg Times.

William L. Sparks, Ph.D.

Managing Director, William L. Sparks and Associates

Will Sparks has his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Development, focusing his research on group dynamics, organizational culture, and leadership.

Sarah Sladek

CEO and Founder, XYZ University, LLC

Sarah is a best-selling author and CEO of XYZ University. She brings her expertise to audiences worldwide on how to drive stronger engagement with younger generations.

Faith Stipanovich, SHRM-SCP

Field Services Director, The Society for Human Resource Management

Faith has over 25 years’ experience in the HR field, working in both Private and Public sectors focusing on Leadership Development and Employee Relations.

Justin Storch

Director, Regulatory & Judicial Affairs Counsel Immigration and Employee Benefits Policy

Storch supports SHRM’s Government Affairs team as Director, Regulatory & Judicial Affairs Counsel, responsible for working with federal immigration agencies.

Julie Ann Sullivan, MBA, CLL

Catalyst of Culture, Learning Never Ends

As a Professional Speaker, Julie Ann is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients when discussing workplace culture and leadership.

Sean Sullivan, SHRM-SCP

Chief Human Resources Officer

Sean serves as the CHRO and is responsible for providing human resources leadership and vision for SHRM, the world's largest HR professional society.

Michael Towers

Counselor, Speaker, and Mental Health Conqueror

Michael’s mission is to help people struggling with addiction and mental disorder, and he is dedicated to helping all people live their best lives.

Dr. Gleb Tsipursky

CEO, Disaster Avoidance Experts

Known as the Disaster Avoidance Expert, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky is on a mission to protect leaders from dangerous judgment errors that affect their bottom line.

Andrew R. Turnbull

Of Counsel, Morrison & Foerster LLP

Andrew Turnbull represents companies on a broad range of labor and employment matters.

Jeff Wald

Founder, WorkMarket

Jeff speaks widely at conferences on startups and labor issues and was named “One of the 100 Most Influential People’ in Staffing” by the Staffing Industry Analysts.

Dr. Nat Ware, MBA

Founder & CEO, 180 Degrees Consulting

Nat Ware is a world-renowned business leader, award-winning entrepreneur, Oxford-based economist, and profilic inventor.

Sel Watts

Founder & CEO, wattsnextpx

Sel is a prolific keynote speaker, delivering keynotes and intimate gatherings for those aspiring to break out of society’s mold and create their dream life.

Eric L. Williamson

President and CEO, Tailored Training Solutions

Eric Williamson is referred to as “the Change maker” for his ability to inspire change and improve morale in today’s business environment.

Michael “Dr. Woody” Woodward, Ph.D.

Organizational Psychologist and Executive Coach

Dr. Woody has been quoted as a work-life and leadership expert in The Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.

Erica Young

Innovation Catalyst, Society for Human Resource Management

Erica speaks on career planning for young professional audiences and how to make HR more strategic by leveraging technology

Heather R. Younger, J.D.

Founder and CEO of Customer Fanatix and International TEDx Speaker

As a podcast host on leadership, facilitator and Forbes Coaches Council coach, Younger has earned her reputation as “The Employee Whisperer”.

Heather is available via Zoom to host group webinars, online training, panels and more.

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Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP

Kim Ades

Mike Aitken

Alexander Alonso, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP

Jeaneen Andrews-Feldman

James L. Banks, Jr., J.D.

Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP

Bertice Berry, Ph.D

Josh Bersin

Pramod Bhasin

Chatrane Birbal

Dr. Jill Birch

Terri Bogue, MSN, RN, PCNS-BC

Robert Bogue

Mary Cheddie, SHRM-SCP

Jason T. Collett

Justin Constantine, J.D., LLM

Nancy Conway, SHRM-SCP

Magie Cook

Jennifer Currence, SHRM-SCP

Cherrie Davis, SHRM-SCP

Dr. Shirley Davis, CSP

Jon Decoteau, SHRM-SCP

Delight Deloney

Emily M. Dickens, J.D.

Marc Effron

Omari Faulker

Karith Foster

Richard A. Fowler

Jason Gabhart

Dima Ghawi

Steve Gilliland, CSP, CPAE

Camille Chang Gilmore

Sylvie di Giusto

Edie L. Goldberg, Ph.D.

Marc Goldberg

Denise Graziano

Paula H. Harvey, MBA, SHRM-SCP

Lisa Horn

Art Jackson

La Tanya James-Rouse

Dr. Tiffany Jana

Sherry Johnson, SHRM-SCP

Dr. Willie Jolley, CSP, CPAE

Kimbertly A. Jones, MBA, SWP

Brad Karsh

Jeremy Kingsley

Gary B. Kushner, CBP

Raymond Lee

Tony Lee

Mike Letizia, SHRM-SCP

Dottie Li

Jim Link

Jeff Luttrell, SHRM-SCP

Andrew Mellen

Guillermo Mendoza

Erica Merritt, CDP, BCC

Paul Meshanko, MBA, CSP

Gloria Sinclair Miller, SHRM-SCP

Josh Miller

Morris Morrison

Andrew Morton

Vineet Nayar

Marques Ogden

Peggy O’Neill

Susan Post, SHRM-SCP

John Register, CSP

James P. Reidy, J.D.

S. Renee

Don Rheem

Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg

Clay Rojas

Coretha Rushing, SHRM-SCP

Libby Sartain

Nick Schacht

Anthony J. Schulzetenberg

Melissa Dawn Simkins

April Simpkins, SHRM-CP

William L. Sparks, Ph.D.