Our speakers captivate audiences through authenticity, not celebrity. Real people with real stories who’ve lived what they share.
They don’t just inspire your audience; they challenge them to think differently, act boldly, and see what’s possible when lived experience meets powerful storytelling.
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We represent a distinctive roster of speakers for live and virtual engagements across the country and around the world. More than a speakers bureau, we are relationship builders—bringing personal knowledge of each speaker, deep understanding of our clients, and a commitment to finding the right voice for every audience. From first conversation to final applause, we make every booking personal, seamless, and unforgettable.
From City Hall to the Supreme Court: Leadership, Resilience & Reinvention
After becoming Cincinnati’s youngest-ever city council member, P.G. Sittenfeld faced a life-altering public crisis before securing a unanimous victory at the U.S. Supreme Court. A Princeton graduate, Marshall Scholar, and writer, he combines sharp insight, candid storytelling, and unexpected humor to help audiences navigate adversity, rethink resilience, and find purpose in what comes next.
The Prison Economist: Rethinking Justice, Education & Economic Impact
Stacy’s journey from incarceration to national leadership in educational equity and justice reform challenges audiences to rethink systems—and who they serve. Drawing on her experience as a Bard Prison Initiative graduate and Senior Product Manager for JSTOR Access in Prison, she combines authentic storytelling with policy expertise to inspire meaningful change.
From Jail to Yale: A Story of Redemption, Leadership & Justice Reform
George's journey from incarceration to multiple Ivy League degrees inspires audiences to rethink what's possible. From students and corporate leaders to policymakers, he combines authentic storytelling with actionable insights that create lasting impact.
From Prison to Social Media Influencer: Turning Story into Impact
Jesse's transformation from 19 years behind bars to inspiring over 1 million followers shows the power of second chances. Whether speaking to students, corporate leaders, or community organizations, he turns lived experience into actionable change that resonates long after the talk ends.
From Stage to Society: The Arts as a Bridge for Community & Culture
Discussion Topics: The Universal Value of Arts in Society | Arts as Economic and Community Drivers | Arts Education and Future Generations | Arts and American Heritage Celebration | The Sound of Culture: Preserving Musical Arts in America | Understanding American History Through the Arts | Art as a Tool for Social Change | Finding Your Voice
Redefining Success: Leaving Comfort to Find Purpose
After leading groundbreaking education reform for incarcerated learners in Maine, Katy Grant left a successful, stable career to travel the world in search of deeper meaning and purpose. An educator, author, and global storyteller, she helps audiences redefine success, move through fear, and find the courage to create a more intentional life.
Restorative Practioner
Discussion Topics: Restorative Practices | Restorative Justice | "Best Practices for Education" | Activism | Professional Development for Educators
Social Justice Reform Advocate | Website Designer | Consultant
Discussion Topics: Reentry | Criminal Justice Reform and Advocacy | Impact of Incarceration on Families | Educational Opportunity in Prison | Mental Health During Incarceration and Beyond | Community Engagement and Advocacy | Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism | Employment Challenges and Success Stories | Personal Growth and Transformation | Building a Support System Inside and Out
CHALLENGING THE CARCERAL NORMS WE CARRY INTO HELPING SYSTEMS
Discussion Topics: Restorative Justice Practices | Mental Health Counseling and College Students | Access to Higher Education in Prison | Trauma Informed Care
Educator | Reentry Advocate | Cultural Strategist
Discussion Topics: Bridging Black & Latin Communities | Afro-Latinidad & Cultural Identity | The Power of Humanities & Arts in Education | Closing the Opportunity Gap in Urban Schools | Education & Reentry: A Second Chance
Education Advocate
Discussion Topics: Juvenile Justice Issues & Facilities | Institutional Program Development | Debate | Theological Discussion | Transition Services and Reentry Supports | Reentry Relationship Preparations | Student and Staff Programmatic Dynamics and Specialized Supports | Higher Education in Prison
Author | Social Justice Reform Advocate
Discussion Topics: Rehabilitation and the Carceral State | "Black Disfigurement" and Language | Higher Education in Prison | Debate | Writing and Research Process
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