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!"

Bestselling Author, FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS; FREAKONOMICS Spent Over 2 Years on The New York Times Bestseller List, With More Than 4 Million Copies Sold Worldwide; Host of FREAKONOMICS RADIO; Co-star, FREAKONOMICS Documentary ; The Popular FREAKONOMICS Blog is Hosted Exclusively on The New York Times Website

An award-winning author, journalist, and radio and TV personality, Stephen J. Dubner is the co-author of the international bestselling business books FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS. Originally published in the U.S. in 2005, FREAKONOMICS instantly became a cultural phenomenon. Hailed by critics and readers alike, it went on to spend more than two years on The New York Times bestseller list, having sold more than 4 million copies around the world, in more than 35 languages. Dubner and his co-author, the University of Chicago economist Steven Levitt, have appeared widely on television and maintain the popular FREAKONOMICS blog, which can be found on The New York Times website. Mr. Dubner is also host of FREAKONOMICS RADIO, which includes radio, podcast, web, and live event programming imbued with the bestselling book’s iconoclastic approach to everyday economics – an approach that has found new ways to catch terrorists (hint: they don’t buy life insurance), and found the answers to questions such as, “Which is more dangerous: a gun or a swimming pool?” The audio content is available on-demand at www.freakonomicsradio.com, and on iTunes.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: View video clips from the feature-length documentary of Freakonomics. Variety calls the film "a revelatory trip into complex, innovative ideas and altered perspectives."  

NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Freakonomics.com makes Time Magazine's Top 25 List of "Best Financial Blogs!" Read more...

Internationally Acclaimed Author; TIME Magazine's "100 Most Influential People in the World"

Named by TIME Magazine as one of the '100 Most Influential People in the World,' Niall Ferguson is a public intellectual whose work impacts industry, finance, government, and academia. Controversial, expansive, and eloquent, Mr. Ferguson has been called “the most talented British historian of his generation.

Former Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush; Author, Courage and Consequence ; Fox News Contributor; Wall Street Journal Columnist; Iconic Political Strategist

With over two decades of experience in the political arena, Karl Rove is an iconic political strategist, whose provocative and robust knowledge of the major political issues of the day have made him one of the most sought-after political pundits of our time.

Sponsors hosting Karl Rove's lectures have reported that he is "provocative, lively and thoughtful" (Nomura) with crowds being "very responsive, often erupting in applause" (Wabash College). Karl Rove has been described by respected author and columnist Michael Barone in US News & World Report as “unique...no Presidential appointee has ever had such a strong influence on politics and policy, and none is likely to do so again anytime soon.” A key member of the President’s inner circle, he has been called a master strategist whose “game has always been long term,” says columnist David Broder, “and he plays it with an intensity and attention to detail that few can match.” He was ranked #1 on both the Telegraph.co.uk’s List of the “50 Most Influential Political Pundits in America” and New York Magazine's “Most Popular Political Pundit Index.” As a Fox News contributor, Karl provides a “genuine feel of inside knowledge,” says David Zurawik, a television critic for The Baltimore Sun.

Host of CNBC’s Kudlow & Company; Host of WABC radio’s The Larry Kudlow Show; Founder and CEO of Kudlow and Company, LLC

Lawrence Kudlow is a familiar face in Washington and on Wall Street -- a renowned free market, supply-side economist armed with knowledge, vision, and integrity acquired over a storied career spanning three decades. He is consistently ranked one of the nation’s premier and most accurate economic forecasters according to The Wall Street Journal’s semiannual forecasting survey.

Foremost Financial Advisor; Host of The Suze Orman Show on CNBC; New York Times Bestselling Author

Suze Orman is a world-renowned motivational speaker who speaks annually to over 100,000 people in the United States, South Africa & Asia. In 2007, Business Week has named Suze the top female motivational Speaker in the U.S..

Economist; Author; Emmy-Winning Former Host of Win Ben Stein’s Money

Emmy-Winning host of Win Ben Stein’s Money, Ben Stein offers audiences laughter and insight, occasionally moving them to tears with his touching and endearing anecdotes. Armed only with his curmudgeonly persona and his offbeat, dry delivery, he tackles the economy and tells you how to balance life’s priorities while offering an eye-opening tour of life’s absurdities. An exceptionally gifted economist whose market analysis is sought by companies and organizations across the country, Stein is author of Yes, You Can Supercharge Your Portfolio!: Six Steps for Investing Success in the 21st Century; The Real Stars: In Today's America, Who Are the True Heroes?; Yes, You Can Get a Financial Life!: Your Lifetime Guide to Financial Planning and How Successful People Win: Using "Bunkhouse Logic" to Get What You Want in Life.

Co-anchor and financial commentator for public television’s Nightly Business Report

Known for his fast-paced delivery, his sharp wit and encyclopedic knowledge of the financial markets, Paul Kangas uses his extensive contacts on Wall Street to ferret out the hidden reasons behind today’s financial headlines and stock moves. The Village Voice noted that Paul is "not content to merely rattle off stocks and prices." Analysis is a key part of his presentation.

Pulitzer Prize Winner for Distinguished Commentary; Washington Post columnist; Fox News contributor

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Distinguished Commentary and named by the Financial Times the most influential commentator in America, Charles Krauthammer breathes new life into tired debates, offering clear and compelling arguments that everyone else overlooks.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT:  Charles Krauthammer weighs in on Libya in this Fox News interview. Watch video.

Distinguished Historian and Commentator on the History of Business and Politics; Bestselling Author, The House of Morgan, Titan, Alexander Hamilton and George Washington

Called “America’s best business biographer” by Fortune, Ron Chernow brings American history to life with funny and revealing portraits of the Founding Fathers and the businessmen who changed the landscape of the U.S.

Political Analyst for ABC News; NPR Senior News Analyst; Former Co-Anchor, This Week with Sam Donaldson & Cokie Roberts

Long-time ABC Congressional Correspondent and leading political pundit, Cokie Roberts is one of the most esteemed and brilliant broadcast journalists of our time.

OVATION SPOTLIGHT!  Cokie spoke to approximately 800 attendees at the 2010 Yakima Town Hall Speakers Series, and the group reported that "She was absolutely fabulous!" Cokie presented a riveting insider's view of Washington and also followed her presentation with a luncheon Q&A for approximately 250 attendees. Her insider perspective also received the following praise from another event: "Cokie Roberts packed Smith Auditorium and was an unqualified hit.I would recommend her to any organization looking for a speaker who brings both insight and humor to an 'Inside Washington, D.C.' conversation. We enjoyed her immensely." (Willamette University)

Authors, Two for the Money: The Sensible Plan for Making It All Work; AOL Money Coaches; Regular Appearances on NBC's Today Show, CNBC, MSNBC, and Fox News

How will you pay for your life? Let’s face it, we all want certain things - from the frivolous to the necessary - but in this age of economic uncertainty, how can we assure ourselves financial security? Well, look no further than the Murray Twins to answer this question and more. Twenty-year veterans of the investment management business, and authors of Two for the Money: The Sensible Plan for Making It All Work, this twin-duo offers fun and factual advice on everything from managing your day-to-day finances to securing a rock solid retirement. They have made frequent appearances on NBC’s Today Show and CNBC and are seen regularly on MSNBC and Fox News, and now they are sharing their compounded experience across the nation with audiences of all ages – because when it comes to money, you are never too young or too old to take control of your future. Call HWA today to find out how they can tailor a special presentation for your audience.

Global Currency and Public Policy Strategist, BMO Capital Markets ; Financial Industry Expert ; Author; Contributor, CNBC

As a foreign exchange strategist with over twenty years of financial experience, Andrew Busch knows what it takes to make it in today’s dynamic market.

Anchor, Fox Business Network; Business Correspondent, Fox News Channel

With more than ten years experience as a financial journalist Cheryl Casone informs and entertains with her perspective on the role of the business news media.

Editor-in-Chief, Health Affairs; Analyst on Health, The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer

A noted journalist, Susan Dentzer brings expert analysis to the state of healthcare today, as well as her extensive experience reporting on every public and private healthcare trend in recent memory to present to audiences a complete and concise picture of where we’ve been, where we are headed and the potential economic and policy implications of the current proposals being considered.

Former editor, Barron’s; Columnist Up and Down Wall Street

One of the nation’s leading financial columnists, Alan Abelson dissects the world’s and countries economic and political news on a weekly basis. His commentary on economic and political events has defined issues and events in America for over four decades. In his speeches Abelson draws on his breadth of experience to examine and understand the economic implications of today’s headlines.

Founder, The Vanguard Group, Inc.; President, Bogle Financial Markets Research Center

Named by Fortune as one of the investment industry’s four giants of the 20th century, John Bogle is a titan of the investment world and a hero to independent investors.

Host, Moneywise with Kelvin Boston; Bestselling Author

Kelvin Boston is a sought-after public speaker, distinguished financial journalist and best-selling author who believes that financial education is the key that unlocks the doors to financial success.

Economist; Bestselling Author, Market Shock

An award-winning economics teacher at Harvard, a director of economic policy at the White House from 1989 to 1992 and former managing director of the $15 billion Tiger hedge fund, Todd Buchholz targets his entertaining remarks to the cutting edge of economics, finance and business strategy. The Associated Press says that he “lights up economics with a wickedly sparkling wit.”

Senior Editor-at-Large, Fortune Magazine ; Author, Talent is Overrated & The Upside of the Downturn; Host and panel moderator at Fortune’s premier conferences worldwide

Geoff Colvin’s regular column and frequent cover stories for Fortune magazine, as well as his broadcasts on the CBS Radio Network, have garnered him millions of eyes and ears who count on and respect his insights on the issues driving change in business and the economy. Colvin helps companies look ahead at the key issues impacting business today: the global economy; government regulation; the impact of Washington politics/policy on the business environment and the economy; healthcare; leadership and management; global competitiveness and more. Colvin’s respected insights give leaders the perspective they need to make better decisions about the future of their business.

A speaker with compelling content, Geoff Colvin is also a brilliantly talented panel moderator and discussion leader who has played that role for Fortune magazine’s many C-Level conferences around the globe. He has interviewed scores of top leaders including Jack Welch, Rudy Giuliani, Meg Whitman, Bill Gates and H.R.H. the Prince of Wales.

Chairman, Investors Education; Managing Partner “The Partner’s of ‘63”; Founder, Greenwich Associates

Charles Ellis has dedicated his career to investment management education and research. He has served on the faculty at Harvard Business School, Yale School of Management, and the CFA Institute Investor Workshop at Princeton, and is a trustee and chair of the investment committee at Yale University. An award-winning author of more than 11 books on investment policy, he is one of nine individuals honored by CFA Institute for lifetime contributions to the profession.

Professor of Political Economy, Harvard University; Former Chairman, Department of Economics at Harvard University; Renowned Economic Author

Benjamin Friedman has written extensively on economic policy, and in particular on the role of the financial markets in shaping how monetary and fiscal policies affect overall economic activity. He is the author and/or editor of eleven books aimed primarily at economists and economic policymakers, as well as the author of more than one hundred articles on monetary economics, macroeconomics, and monetary and fiscal policy, published in numerous journals. He is also a frequent contributor to publications reaching a broader audience, including especially The New York Review of Books

25th Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission

Throughout his tenure as the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Commission, Arthur Levitt has worked to educate, empower, and protect America's investors – now more than 50 million strong.

Vice Chairman, Fidelity

In his speeches, the Wall Street guru says that the secret to his success is his ability to "think like an amateur." He offers a common-sense approach to stock picking: Know "everything about a company before buying a stock, then follow the story after buying the stock." He says, "Don't sell the stock if the story is still good whether the market is up or down."

Chairman of The CapAnalysis Group; Chairman, Board of Governors, United States Postal Service; Director of the Office of Management and Budget, Reagan Administration; Chairman Federal Trade Commission

James Miller is a commentator on government, economic and public issues, appearing frequently on Meet the Press, This Week and Wall Street Week. Jim has also published articles in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times and is the author of Monopoly Politics. Published to rave reviews by the Hoover Institution, it’s a blueprint to inject much-needed competition into the political marketplace. His 15 specific recommendations for increasing competition in the political marketplace are controversial – they certainly did not gain the universal approval of entrenched incumbent politicians. Among other things, Miller would eliminate the legal ceilings on campaign contributions and require campaigns to disclose their contributions fully. He would impose term limits, eliminate "pork" in the budget, prohibit war chests and end the free use of Capitol television and radio studios. Nonetheless, Miller remains a much sought after opinion leader in Washington, recently appointed and confirmed to a second term on the United States Postal Service Board of Governors.

Founder, National Journal; Columnist, Washington Post Writers Group

Neal Peirce is a pulse-taker of change in how America governs itself. His column has repeatedly broken fresh ground in identifying vital new trends state and local governments and the dynamics of federal/state/local relations. TIME magazine called Peirce "the only national chronicler of grass-roots America." His weekly column, syndicated through The Washington Post Writers Group since 1978, appears in over 50 newspapers.

President and Chief Global Economist, Decision Economics, Inc.

Time magazine said, "Anyone who thinks that economists practice a dismal science has never been treated to the vivid commentaries of Allen Sinai." Dr. Sinai is frequently called on by economic leaders and the media to provide commentary on economic issues.

Recipient of the 2001 Nobel Prize in Economics; Chief Economist and Senior Vice-President, The World Bank, 1997-2000; Chairman, U.S. Council of Economic Advisors, 1995-1996; Professor, Columbia University and Chair of Columbia University's Committee on Global Thought; Author of the New York Times Bestseller, Globalization and Its Discontents

Stiglitz helped create a new branch of economics, "The Economics of Information," exploring the consequences of information asymmetries and pioneering such pivotal concepts as adverse selection and moral hazard, which have now become standard tools not only of theorists, but of policy analysts. He has made major contributions to macro-economics and monetary theory, to development economics and trade theory, to public and corporate finance, to the theories of industrial organization and rural organization, and to the theories of welfare economics and of income and wealth distribution. In the 1980s, he helped revive interest in the economics of R&D. His work has helped explain the circumstances in which markets do not work well, and how selective government intervention can improve their performance.

Chief Economist, First Trust Advisors L.P.; “#1 U.S. Economic Forecaster” – Wall Street Journal

Brian Wesbury is Chief Economist at First Trust Advisors L.P., a financial services firm based in Wheaton, Illinois. The Wall Street Journal ranked Mr. Wesbury the nation’s #1 U.S. economic forecaster in 2001, USA Today ranked him as one of the nation’s top 10 forecasters in 2004 and Speakers Platform named him a Top 5 Keynote Speaker in 2011.