Leading Authorities, Inc.

08/22/2025

Three powerhouse LAI speakers are sharing their insights at the WLC 2025 Conference.

🌟 Lisa Sun — Founder & CEO of GRAVITAS, bestselling author, and advocate for confidence-driven leadership.
🌟 Cassi Chandler — Former senior executive at the FBI & Bank of America, trailblazer in risk management and diversity.
🌟 Kath Koschel — Founder of the Kindness Factory, resilience expert, and global changemaker redefining what’s possible through compassion.

👉 Interest in attending? Conference Registration Link: https://hubs.la/Q03F20H20

Don’t miss their insights on leadership, resilience, and purpose!

08/22/2025

✨ Big things happening at LAI HQ! ✨

🎤 We welcomed new LAI exclusive speaker Humble the Poet to our office! From creating fresh content to inspiring our team, he shared powerful lessons on resilience, reinvention, and redefining success. 💡

We can’t wait to share more of his voice and vision with audiences everywhere.

08/21/2025

Work intensification is burning out teams everywhere.

LAI exclusive speaker Melissa Swift breaks down how overload, approvals, and constant pressure drain performance... and how leaders can fight back.

Her recent Fast Company article highlights practical steps to cut complexity ✂️, set priorities ✅, and build healthier, more effective workplaces.

👉 Read it here:

It's not just you. Work has gotten harder over the past few decades. A CEO offers advice on how to make your job more manageable.

08/21/2025

What if AI didn’t just answer—you told it to act?

That’s agentic AI: systems that plan, collaborate, and execute complex tasks on their own.🌐

In our new blog, Amy Webb imagines AI as “living intelligence”; General Paul Nakasone predicts autonomous agents will be common within five years; and Paul Zikopoulos demonstrates how AI can become a true digital employee, working across tools, APIs, and workflows.

At LAI, we connect you with the world-class thinkers bringing this future to your stages. 💡

👉Read here: https://hubs.la/Q03DTGGV0

08/19/2025

💡 Imagine walking into a bank for a quick transaction only to be greeted with a personal question about your latest project. That small moment of recognition turned an ordinary interaction into lasting loyalty. ✅

Ryan Minton explains how customer intelligence, when paired with genuine human connection, transforms service into unforgettable experiences.

📖 Read his Forbes article: https://hubs.la/Q03DsBMq0

📊Want Ryan to bring these loyalty-building strategies to your next event? Learn more here:https://hubs.la/Q03DsK5c0

Many companies are sitting on a goldmine of customer intelligence and doing absolutely nothing with it.

08/18/2025

🤖✨ At ALHI's Tech Exchange event, Kelly Monahan captivated the audience with her bold insights on how AI is reshaping the future of work.

As an organizational behavior expert, Kelly unpacked what leaders need to know to harness AI—not as a replacement for human talent, but as a partner that can unlock innovation, productivity, and growth. 💡

Her keynote challenged executives to think differently about leadership in the AI era, leaving attendees inspired and equipped to navigate what’s next.

🎤 Big thanks to ALHI for hosting such an important conversation on the future of business and technology!

Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03DfYtf0

08/14/2025

Ever feel like your phone is running your brain? In her latest on Big Think, LAI exclusive speaker and former Google exec turned Neuroscientist, Anne-Laure Le Cunff reveals that dopamine doesn’t give us pleasure—it gives us desire.

That loop of swipes and endless feeds? It’s built for our brains … but we can build better habits.

Curious how? Check it out here: https://hubs.la/Q03CNc6c0

Explore Anne-Laure’s full bio, topics, and booking info here: https://hubs.la/Q03CN7Yr0

Sick of mindless social media scrolling? Neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff explains how to consciously redirect your reward system.

08/14/2025

Two power players. One prestigious list. 💥

Dan Bartlett and Josh Earnest have been named to the PRWeek Power List 2025, recognizing the most influential leaders shaping the communications landscape today.

📌 As EVP of Corporate Affairs at Walmart, Dan drives strategy and storytelling for one of the world’s most recognized brands.

📌 As Chief Communications Officer at United Airlines, Josh leads global messaging for a company connecting millions across the globe.

Their vision, leadership, and ability to navigate high-stakes communications set the gold standard for the industry. We’re proud to see their expertise recognized!

Read here:
https://hubs.la/Q03CN3bN0

More on Dan ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q03CN1750

More on Josh ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q03CN2s90

PRWeek US Power List 2025. From PR Week

08/12/2025

In this recent piece, The Rise of Agentic AI, Mitch Joel unpacks how AI is evolving from a tool into an autonomous partner... capable of planning, problem-solving, and adapting in real time.

It’s the kind of forward-looking perspective Mitch brings to stages around the world, helping audiences make sense of where technology is headed next.

Read here: https://hubs.la/Q03Cn8FQ0

More on Mitch: https://hubs.la/Q03Cm-Mg0

For a while now, we’ve treated AI like a tool. A clever one… a fast one… often an annoying one.But

08/12/2025

📈 Meet the Voice on the Future of Finance 💹

From leading U.S. financial regulation under four Presidents to shaping policy on AI, crypto, and blockchain, Christy Goldsmith Romero brings unmatched insight into how technology, risk, and regulation collide. As former CFTC Commissioner and SIGTARP watchdog, she’s recovered billions, fought fraud, and helped leaders navigate disruption with confidence.

🎤 Now exclusively with Leading Authorities, Christy delivers must-hear strategies for thriving in the new era of finance.

More here: https://hubs.la/Q03CmP6v0

08/08/2025

Last week, Suneel Gupta took the stage at the Council of Manufacturing Associations event, delivering an unforgettable session on bringing your best energy to life.

As a healthcare entrepreneur and bestselling author, Suneel highlighted why managing energy is just as crucial as managing time. His insights on boosting performance, preventing burnout, and sustaining momentum left one of the most impressive gatherings of manufacturing association executives inspired and ready to take action! ⚡

See more on Suneel: https://hubs.la/Q03BWRbq0

08/07/2025

Kevin Gaskell—former CEO of four world-class brands, serial entrepreneur, and now, world record-breaker. At 66, he became the oldest person ever to row across the Mid-Pacific Ocean and did it faster than anyone in history.

💥 2,800 miles. 32 days. 30-foot waves.

This wasn’t just a test of endurance. It was a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership, unshakable resilience, and the relentless pursuit of what's possible.

Read here: https://hubs.la/Q03BLDsb0

More on Kevin Gaskell: https://hubs.la/Q03BLBXk0

ITS Chairman Kevin Gaskell Sets World Record as Oldest Person to Row the Pacific Ocean with Record Breaking Ocean5 Crew