Longtime Adviser to President Barack Obama ; President Obama's Campaign Adviser, Present; White House Press Secretary, 2009-2011 ; Communications Director for Obama's 2008 Presidential Campaign and 2004 Senate Campaign

If your audience wants the inside view on what’s happening now in Washington and needs to prepare for what’s to come with regard to politics and the economy, there is no better source than Robert Gibbs.

For two years, Gibbs spent every day in the Oval Office at President Obama’s side. Each afternoon, he spoke to the press and the American people about every aspect of the Administration’s policies, from the economy, to healthcare, to foreign policy, and all issues that crossed the President’s desk.

Robert Gibbs continues to play an integral role in the political arena as the Adviser to President Obama’s 2012 Reelection Campaign. President Obama has said, “Robert, on the podium, has been extraordinary. Off the podium, he has been one of my closest advisers. He is going to continue to have my ear for as long as I’m in this job.” (The New York Times)

ARTICLE SPOTLIGHT: Click Here to read a stellar review posted in the GW Hatchet highlighting Robert Gibbs' event hosted by George Washington University.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: Click Here to watch Robert Gibbs address Election 2012 issues on MSNBC's Morning Joe.

Member of the Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System (2006-2011); Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, and Executive Secretary of the National Economic Council (2002 to 2006)

As a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, Kevin Warsh was the Fed’s Chief Liaison to Asian and American Financial Markets, and played a significant role in stabilizing the economy during the financial crisis. Fortune Magazine named Kevin Warsh to their "40 under 40," a list of business's hottest young rising stars. Today, Warsh is speaking around the world to audiences about the global impact of regulation and monetary policies. His authoritative and credible presentations on both domestic and international economic issues are helping audiences and corporations understand how U.S. and foreign monetary policy impacts large and small businesses, as well as individuals. 

EVENT SPOTLIGHT: Kevin Warsh recently spoke for a "Top 10" U.S. financial institution and the SVP commented: "Kevin was terrific. The board and senior executives truly appreciated the nuanced information he was able to provide from his first-hand experience at the Fed."

46th Vice President of the United States; Secretary of Defense; Congressman, House Leadership; White House Chief of Staff; Former Chairman and CEO of Halliburton

For over 40 years, Dick Cheney has served at the highest levels of the US Government and private sector. As White House Chief of Staff in the aftermath of Watergate and America’s withdrawal from Vietnam, Wyoming’s Congressman and a member of the House Republican leadership during the Reagan years, Secretary of Defense as the Cold War ended and America defeated Iraq in Desert Storm, former CEO of Halliburton, and Vice President of the United States on 9/11 at the dawn of the Global War on Terror, Cheney has participated in many of the events that have shaped our nation for over four decades. Few Americans alive today can match the breadth and depth of his experience and service.

As a statesman, policymaker, businessman, and politician – who never lost an election in which his name was on the ballot--Cheney’s insight, experiences and knowledge are unparalleled.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: Bob Schieffer from CBS' "Face the Nation" spoke with former Vice President Richard Cheney on the reception of his memoir "In My Time."

Chairman of JP Morgan/Brookings Institution Global Cities Initiative ; Director, The Coca Cola Company ; Mayor of Chicago, 1989-2011 ; “Widely Viewed as the Nation’s Top Urban Executive” - TIME

As one of the world’s most celebrated mayors, Richard M. Daley has found ways to spread his message of global commerce though urban innovation since leaving his Chicago post. Recently named senior advisor to JP Morgan Chase and chairman of the Global Cities Initiative, a joint project of the Brookings Institution and JP Morgan Chase, Daley brings his tactical experience to audiences around the world. He consistently delivers newsworthy and topical presentations to the world's leading institutions, giving them highly informed perspectives to succeed in today’s economy.

According to TIME Magazine, Mayor Richard M. Daley “is widely viewed as the nation’s top urban executive.” As a city CEO, he earned a reputation - both in Chicago and across the U.S. – for acting proactively and implementing forward looking policies, many of which are emulated around the world. His innovative, community-based programs have tackled many of the fundamental challenges facing America today - strengthening the economy by focusing on jobs and businesses of the future, including green technology and clean energy; bringing new businesses and jobs to the community; and creating education initiatives that provide better job and skill training for a workforce that is ready to work in the new economy emerging from the nation's recession. At the same time, he made it an ongoing priority during his tenure to control government spending, and hold the government to higher standards of accountability and transparency, in order to better serve Chicago's taxpayers. One of the hallmarks of his leadership was pulling the people of Chicago together to "focus on what unites us," challenging the city to work together and put aside politics to focus on shared solutions to Chicago's problems.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: WHEATON COLLEGE: Mayor Daley reflects on his tenure, as well as his passion for public service. /// ASIA SOCIETY: Mayor Daley addresses education and the importance of multi-lingual and multi-cultural education in today's global cities.

Hero of the High Seas; Captain of the Maersk Alabama, hijacked by Somali pirates; Author, A Captain’s Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALs, and Dangerous Days at Sea

For five days in April 2009, the world was glued to their TV screens as Capt. Phillips became the center of an extraordinary international drama when he was captured by Somali pirates who hijacked his ship, the first hijacking of a US ship in more than 200 years. A "floating CEO" in charge of the day-to-day operations of a multi-million dollar ship, Captain Richard Phillips has a compelling story and valuable lessons for anyone involved in running a business today.

Secretary of State, 1973-1977; Nobel Peace Laureate

Foreign Policy Magazine named Henry Kissinger one of the "Top 100 Global Thinkers" for a "Half-Century Ruling the U.S. Foreign Policy Community." World-renowned for his unparalleled skills in the art of diplomacy, Dr. Kissinger is one of the shrewdest, best-informed and most articulate figures ever to occupy a position in Washington. A vital presence in international and national politics, Dr. Kissinger understands firsthand the delicate balance of world power and America’s influence.

Secretary of Homeland Security, 2005-2009

Leader and statesman, Michael Chertoff came to the job of 2nd Secretary of Homeland Security with a background heavy with experience in fighting terrorism, having served as the head of the Justice Department's criminal division in the months after Sept. 11th. As Assistant Attorney General, he helped trace the 9/11 terrorist attacks to the al-Qaeda network, and worked to increase information sharing within the FBI and with state and local officials. In 2003, after Mr. Chertoff had proved instrumental in winning approval of the Patriot Act and other anti-terrorism measures, President Bush called him "a key leader in the war on terror," and turned to Mr. Chertoff in early 2005 to head the Department of Homeland Security. Overseeing the federal behemoth operating 22 agencies and 180,000 employees and facing the daunting task of managing the risk of numerous threats to America’s security, Secretary Chertoff implemented programs and capabilities that did not exist prior to September 11, to better equip the U.S. to deal with the threats of the 21st century across land, sea, and air.

Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media

Steve Forbes is chairman, CEO, and editor in chief at Forbes Media and an internationally respected authority in the worlds of economics, finance, and corporate leadership. With the economy at the forefront of conversation on a global level, Forbes offers long-standing insights that capitalism, free markets, and a flat tax are essential to a healthy economy. This is a message Forbes has been delivering as editor of one of the world’s most successful business magazines for decades, and he continues to be one of the most sought-after speakers on this and other economic issues leading the economic debates around the world.

EVENT SPOTLIGHT: Steve Forbes received "two standing ovations" from 700+ executives from corporations throughout the Rocky Mountain region at their 2011 Rocky Mountain Corporate Growth Conference. His gracious and approachable manner also made the event "a huge success!"

Founder & Chairman, Breeden Capital Management ; Chairman of the Board, H&R Block, Inc.; Former Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission; Corporate Monitor of WorldCom, Hollinger and Fannie Mae

Widely acknowledged as the preeminent expert on corporate governance, Richard Breeden is the former Chairman of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. With wit and perspective, Mr. Breeden analyzes the issues and alternatives facing boards of directors, corporate leadership and regulators in today’s business environment.

Senior Advisor for Comcast Corporation, Present; Former Pentagon Spokesperson; ABC Commentator; Contributor to the Tony Kornheiser Show on ESPN Radio

A Senior Advisor for Comcast Corporation and on-air commentator for ABC, Torie Clarke has advised some of the nation’s best-known executives. Best known to the public as the chief spokesperson for the Pentagon on 9/11 and the beginning of the Iraq war, Torie Clarke has long been respected within the worlds of politics and public relations as one of the most insightful experts on communication in the age of transparency. The architect of the media "embedding" program in Iraq, Clarke has stood on the leading edge of this transformation of the information environment for more than two decades.

MEDIA SPOTLIGHT: Torie Clarke joined a fascinating roundtable discussion about Gender Politics on This Week with Christiane Amanpour, where she addressed the success of women in political and business leadership roles, and the different qualities that women bring to the table in order to "get the job done." Watch Video... Also, watch an additional interview from the green room: Click here...

Presidential Envoy to Iraq, 2003-2004; Chairman, Bipartisan National Commission on Terrorism, 1999-2000; Ambassador to the Netherlands, 1983-1986; Ambassador at Large for Counter Terrorism, 1986-1989; Former Chairman and CEO Marsh Crisis Consulting; Former Managing Director Kissinger and Associates

Ambassador Bremer is one of the world’s leading experts on crisis management, terrorism and homeland security. His leadership role as Presidential Envoy to Iraq gives him a unique perspective on the war against terrorism as well as insights on how to be an effective leader during periods of change.

Chairman, 9/11 Commission 2002-2004; President of Drew University, 1990-2005; Governor of New Jersey, 1982-1990

Only a true leader could step into a position as daunting as Chairman of the bi-partisan 9/11 Commission to successfully emerge as a unifier and consensus-builder.

White House Press Secretary, 1998-2000; Political Analyst and Commentator; Vice President of Global Communications, Facebook

Joe Lockhart talks candidly and humorously about the players on the Washington scene and the issues facing industry and individuals today. Mr. Lockhart also offers insight into how real solutions exist outside the beltway. A consummate strategist adept at educating audiences about current political issues and how to manage those issues to their best advantage.

Senior Counselor, Albright Stonebridge Group and Albright Capital Management; Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Citigroup

In November 2007, Charles Prince retired as Chairman and CEO of Citigroup, the world’s largest bank. During Mr. Prince’s tenure as CEO, Citigroup achieved several noteworthy accomplishments, including the restoration of important relationships with regulators around the world and improving business practices under a comprehensive corporate governance and ethics initiative that he led in design and implementation.

Commanding Officer of USS Greeneville (SSN 772); Author, The Right Thing

The ultimate test for Commander Scott Waddle and his shipmates followed a tragic accident when the Greeneville (while at sea for a distinguished visitors day cruise) performed an emergency surface maneuver and collided with the Japanese fishing training vessel Ehime Maru sinking the vessel in three minutes and killing nine on board. The story of the collision made global headlines and was the subject of heated discussion and debate. What followed however was even more unprecedented. Scott Waddle, as the former Commanding Officer, took sole responsibility for his actions and the actions of his crew. He took the stand during the Navy’s Court of Inquiry and testified without immunity knowing his words could be used against him in a Court Martial. In a time where CEO’s and corporate executives have been quick to blame others within their organizations for their shortcomings and failures, Scott Waddle demonstrated uncommon strength of character, integrity and uncompromising ethical conduct in accepting responsibility for the actions of his crew.

Member of President Obama's Economic Advisory Panel ; 27th Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission; Former Chairman and CEO, New York Stock Exchange; Former, U.S. Undersecretary of State

As one of the members of President Obama's high-profile Economic Recovery Advisory Board, and with his experience as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, which is perhaps the most important rule-making authority for U.S. financial markets, William Donaldson is one of the most sought-after speakers regarding the current state of the economy and prospects for the road to recovery.

Counselor to President George W. Bush, 2001-2002; Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, 2005-2007; Global Vice Chair of Burson-Marsteller

Karen Hughes is a senior strategist helping business leaders strengthen their corporate/CEO reputations, achieve business goals through effective communications and shape positive public and stakeholder perceptions. She has also been described as "the most powerful woman ever to serve in the White House" (Dallas Morning News) and "the most powerful public diplomacy czar in decades" (The Boston Globe). As Under Secretary of State, she traveled to more than 50 countries, meeting world leaders and reaching out to international audiences.

ARTICLE SPOTLIGHT: Karen Hughes Remembers the 9/11 Terror Attacks

Former Governor of Hong Kong; Former European Commissioner for External Relations (EU Secretary of State); Chancellor, University of Oxford

Christopher Patten draws on his experience as Great Britain's last Governor of Hong Kong and as the Former European Commissioner of External Affairs (the EU's Secretary of State) to address current world political and economic topics.

Director, White House Office of Energy and Climate Change Policy (2009 to 2011); Former Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ; Distinguished Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress; Senior Counselor, Albright Stonebridge Group

For over a quarter of a century, Carol Browner has been at the forefront of the United States’ environmental and energy polices. As President Clinton’s EPA Administrator and as President Obama’s "Energy Czar," Browner has negotiated, developed, proposed and implemented U.S. policy affecting global energy, environment, public health and business matters.

Today, Browner provides her expertise through dual roles in the business and policymaking arenas and serves as a Senior Counselor at Albright Stonebridge Group, a global strategy firm.

Major General, U.S. Army (Ret.) ; Former Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, Pentagon ; Former Chief Operating Officer for Logistics Operations, U.S. Army

In some of America's most trying times, Major General Vincent E. Boles oversaw the logistics for the most high-tech, agile, and complex fighting force in world history. As the assistant deputy chief of staff at the Pentagon, he was responsible for the oversight of Army logistics operations and readiness, force deployment and distribution, and logistics strategy and integration. With professional examples from his experience keeping the U.S. Army supplied and ready, Major General Boles takes audiences through the lessons that he has learned in a three-decade career as a leader who has built strategies, planned and executed them successfully, and coordinated one of the most important and complex supply chains on the planet.