Iconic Visionary of the Women's Movement; Co-Founder, National Women’s Political Caucus; Co-Founder, Ms. Magazine

Gloria Steinem remains an iconic and inspiring voice, and one of the most visible symbols of the women's movement. Ms. Steinem continues to be an ever-present and sought-after speaker on all fronts of social activism. More >

Former White House Press Secretary; Political Analyst and Commentator; Contributing Editor, Vanity Fair; Bestselling Author, Why Women Should Rule the World

Dee Dee Myers served as White House Press Secretary during President Clinton's first term, making her the first woman, as well as being the second-youngest to hold that position. During her tenure, she gained unique insights into the special challenges ... More >

U.S. Senator from Texas (1993-2012); Member, Bank of America’s Global Advisory Council; Member, Campaign to Fix the Debt Congressional Fiscal Leadership Council; Senior Counsel, Bracewell & Giuliani LLP

The first—and only—woman elected to represent Texas in the United States Senate, Kay Bailey Hutchison has been a passionate and commanding force in American politics. Once ranked the 28th most conservative Senate member by ... More >

U.S. Senator from Maine (1994-2012); Representative in the U.S. House of Representatives (1978-1994)

Olympia Snowe’s dedicated work for over three decades has garnered her nationwide recognition as a leading policymaker in Washington. The Washington Post summed up Senator Snowe's powerful legacy as a politician "with several historic distinctions ... More >

Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan; Founder & Chair, King Hussein Foundation; Founding Member, Global Zero (international initiative working towards the elimination of all nuclear weapons worldwide)

Her Majesty Queen Noor is an international humanitarian, activist and an outspoken voice on issues of global peace-building, nuclear non-proliferation, women's empowerment, and cross-cultural understanding. She is actively involved in a number of international ... More >

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 ... More >

Award-Winning Journalist ; Entrepreneur; Best-selling Author ; Motivational Speaker

An award-winning television journalist, New York Times bestselling author, sought-after motivational and keynote speaker, successful entrepreneur, and one of America’s most recognized and trusted television personalities, Joan Lunden is one of ... More >

Former President of NARAL Pro-Choice America

For nearly 20 years, she served as President of NARAL Pro-Choice America, catapulting the organization to prominence as the nation’s premier reproductive rights group. Under Kate’s leadership, NARAL Pro-Choice America transformed the political ... More >

ABC News correspondent; Host of The Barbara Walters Specials ; Creator, Co-host and Executive Producer of ABC Daytime’s The View

Barbara Walters’ ground-breaking exclusive interviews with world leaders and her enterprising reporting have made her one of the most highly acclaimed journalists on television. In her lively and colorful appearances, Walters shares the insights ... More >

Co-Founder and President of the Board of Trustees of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate ; Trustee, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts; Distinguished Professor and Mentor, University of Massachusetts; Advocate for Historic Healthcare Legislation

With broad experience in public service, the practice of law and non-profit Board service, Victoria Reggie Kennedy is recognized as an authority on strategy, communications and governance. A highly sought after and dynamic public speaker, Mrs. Kennedy ... More >

World Famous Singer, Actress, and Television Star; Spokeswoman for the American Diabetes Association; Ordained Minister

Della Reese is a name synonymous with entertainment par excellence. Known for her unique singing style and her starring roles on some of the most successful television programs of the last thirty years, Ms. Reese always delivers an engaging and inspirational ... More >

Global Human Rights Advocate ; Nominee, 2008 Nobel Peace Prize

Ingrid Betancourt was the longest female hostage held in captivity and also the most recalled one. A global symbol of freedom and human resistance in the face of the toughest of adversaries, her fight for democracy, freedom and peace has been a ... More >

First African American Woman in Space; Founder and President of Two Medical Technology Companies

Dr. Mae C. Jemison broke more than the sound barrier in 1992 when she climbed aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour and became the first woman of color to travel into space - she made history! Now, Founder and President of two technology companies, the ... More >

Member of President Obama's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness (Present); Member of Secretary Hillary Clinton’s Foreign Affairs Policy Board (Present); Member of President Obama's Economic Recovery Advisory Board (Feb. 2009 - Feb. 2011); National Economic Advisor to President Clinton, 1995-1996 ; First Female Chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, 1993-1995 ; First Female Dean, London Business School, 2002-2006; S.K. and Angela Chan Professor of Global Management, Haas School of Business, Present

Former Chairwoman of the President's Council of Economic Advisors, a dean at two top-ranked business schools and a board member of four multinational companies, Dr. Laura D'Andrea Tyson continues to be a key voice in the most dynamic and critical debates ... More >

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 ... More >

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

Ambassador Karen Hughes serves as Burson-Marsteller’s Worldwide Vice Chair. She is a trusted counselor to corporate, nonprofit and political leaders providing strategic communications, corporate positioning and messaging advice. She has also ... More >

Tony and Emmy Award-Winning Actress; Environmental Activist; Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, 1993-1997; Four-Time Oscar Nominee

Jane Alexander is a renowned actress in film, television and theatre. She is also an outspoken and dedicated advocate of the environment and the arts. More >

Celebrated by Deepak Chopra as the "New voice of reform, not only for Islam, but for all religions."; International Bestselling Author, "The Trouble with Islam Today," and "Allah, Liberty and Love" ; Acclaimed PBS Filmmaker, "Faith Without Fear"; Director, Moral Courage Project at New York University

Irshad Manji is the Bestselling Author of The Trouble with Islam Today and, most recently, Allah, Liberty and Love: The Courage to Reconcile Faith and Freedom. Dedicated to finding common ground in a fractured world, she has transformed her personal ... More >

Anchor-at-Large, TODAY and NBC News National/International Correspondent; Emmy Award-Winning Journalist ; Co-anchor, Dateline NBC

Co-anchor and esteemed journalist Ann Curry, of NBC’s Today, is one of the most visible and personable female broadcasters in America. Her belief in the power of knowledge and the importance of service echo through her work, allowing her to impact ... More >

Artistic Director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater; Kennedy Center Honoree (1999); National Medal of Arts Winner (2001); Emmy Award Winner

Judith Jamison - American dancer, Choreographer and Artistic Director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater - is a legendary icon in the world of the performing arts. Ms. Jamison, who as a dancer with the troupe, from 1965 to 1980, became the most ... More >

President and Publisher, ForbesWoman; Host, Success with Moira Forbes; Founder, Forbes Executive Women’s Board

An expert on today's professional woman, Moira Forbes, President and Publisher of ForbesWoman brings her savvy business perspective to the podium on a variety of issues relating to today's socioeconomic landscape and the affect women have on it. More >

Former U.S. Trade Representative 1996-2001; Board Member, America China Foundation; Board of Directors of the American Express Company; The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.; Intel Corporation; Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.; and the Council on Foreign Relations

Known globally as the architect and negotiator of China’s WTO agreement, Ambassador Barshefsky is one of the world’s experts on China. With two decades of experience, she offers highly expert, in-depth knowledge about conducting business ... More >

Author, Now It's My Turn: A Daughter’s Chronicle of Political Life; Director of Vice Presidential Operations for Bush-Cheney 2004

A key adviser on two presidential campaigns with a lifetime of first-hand political experience, Mary Cheney offers a unique and compelling perspective on American politics. More >

Health Care Professional; Daughter of Holocaust Survivors

Hadassah Lieberman charms audiences with stories from her extraordinary life, focusing on women’s health issues, assisting nonprofit organizations, and promoting international understanding. Ms. Lieberman successfully tailors her remarks to fundraising ... More >

Secretary of Labor, 1991-1993; Chair of Deloitte & Touche’s Council on the Advancement of Women

Credited with preparing the workforce for the 21st century, Secretary Martin brings breadth and authority to any debate on issues affecting the modern American workforce. More >

One of Broadcasting's Most Respected and Award-Winning Journalists ; Today Show Contributor, AARP'S "Your Life Calling" with Jane Pauley ; Bestselling Author, Skywriting: A Life Out of the Blue

A respected broadcast journalist for over 30 years, Jane Pauley’s career has spanned morning, primetime and daytime television making her one of the most recognizable personalities in America.  Pauley’s network television career ... More >

Iranian-American Journalist Falsely Accused and Imprisoned in Iran; Author, Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran; Co-writer of the film No One Knows About Persian Cats

A political prisoner caught in the middle of a dramatic political struggle between Iran and the U.S., Iranian-American journalist Roxana Saberi captured the attention of the world when reports surfaced of her imprisonment in Iran. Abducted by four men ... More >

Founder & President, Women's Equal Rights Legal Defense and Education Fund (WERLDEF) ; Award-Winning Attorney for her Pioneering Legal Work on Behalf of Women's Rights and Rights for Minorities ; "One of the Nation's Most Effective Advocates of Family Rights and Feminist Causes" – TIME Magazine

Time Magazine called Gloria Allred "one of the nation's most effective advocates of family rights and feminist causes." An active feminist, Gloria Allred founded and is currently serving as President of the Women's Equal Rights Legal Defense ... More >

Academy Award® winning Actress; Director; Ovarian Cancer Survivor ; Breast Cancer Survivor

When Kathy Bates speaks, she is applauded not only as an Oscar winner and as one of Hollywood's most sought-after performers but for what might be the most challenging and inspirational role of her career -- cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with ovarian ... More >

Noted Human Rights Lawyer; Campaigner for Women’s Equality; Wife of Tony Blair

Named one of the most powerful women in the world by Forbes magazine, Cherie Blair is a noted British attorney, human rights advocate, and the wife of Prime Minister Tony Blair. She offers illuminating commentary on the issues of balancing family and ... More >

Former U.S. Assistant Surgeon General and Senior Global Health Advisor; Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Georgetown and Tufts University Schools of Medicine

Dr. Blumenthal is an internationally recognized medical expert and leader who has been a major force in bringing important public health issues including global health, women’s health, obesity, and mental illness to increased attention, helping ... More >

Founder of Brazile and Associates, LLC; Vice Chair of Voter Registration and Participation at the Democratic National Committee ; “100 Most Powerful Women in Washington, D.C” (Washingtonian) ; “50 Most Powerful Women in America” (Essence)

Donna Brazile is one of the best known, most influential African American women in modern American political life. She was named one of the “100 Most Powerful Women in Washington, D.C.,” by Washingtonian Magazine and one of the “50 ... More >

Executive Director RAINBOW/PUSH Wall Street Project

A more than 30-year banking veteran, Emma currently serves as the executive director of the Wall Street Project, an organization that challenges corporate America to end the multi-billion dollar trade deficit with minority-owned businesses. The Wall ... More >

Host, Catherine Crier Live; Award-Winning Journalist and New York Times Bestselling Author

Catherine Crier is Texas-bred independent with a spirited passion for justice. She authored The New York Times bestseller The Case Against Lawyers, and her newest book is Final Analysis: The Untold Story of the Susan Polk Murder Case. Her speaking engagements ... More >

Advocate for Alcohol Recovery; Veteran News Anchor; Caron Foundation’s New York Advisory Board; Spokesperson & Media Advisor, Hazelden Foundation

For more than 15 years, veteran news anchor Laurie Dhue lived a double life, struggling with acute alcoholism while holding down several high profile broadcasting jobs for Fox News Channel, CNN and MSNBC. Her addiction nearly killed her-- until ... More >

Journalist; Award-Winning Television Producer; Bestselling Author; Breast Cancer Survivor

Linda Ellerbee is a woman of spirit and determination who has enlightened and entertained us for almost 40 years. Revered as a pioneer, a survivor and role model for young and old, Ellerbee charms sell out audiences across the country. She speaks to ... More >

Founder, Women’s Action Alliance; President, National Breast Cancer Education and Legal Center; Co-Founder of Ms. magazine with Gloria Steinem

Brenda Feigen, a crusader for feminism and women’s rights, has long guided and shifted the discussion and progress made for women over the last few decades in the U.S. Having survived cancer, Ms. Feigen has much to say on law, health, and women ... More >

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist; Author

The first woman to win a Pulitzer Prize for national reporting, Lucinda Franks has written for the New York Times and recently authored a moving memoir about her father’s life as a spy. More >

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist; Syndicated Columnist

A stylish writer with a humanizing touch on any issue, public or personal, Ellen Goodman is an American original, who is widely acclaimed as a voice of sanity, and readers depend on her to help them make sense of our changing world. More >

Gold Medalist Soccer Player; Inductee, National Soccer Hall of Fame

Mia is widely recognized as the world's best all-around women's soccer player, with her leadership and passion motivating countless others to pursue their own dreams and go for it. More >

Principal, Koplovitz & Company; Founder, USA Networks; Author and Entrepreneur

An entrepreneur who founded the successful cable TV franchise USA Networks, she is the author of, Bold Women, Big Ideas which she wrote to inform and inspire women entrepreneurs to create wealth through equity. In her speeches, Koplovitz she gives her ... More >

Bestselling Author; Journalist

Bestselling author and journalist, Iris Krasnow speaks on issues related to family, relationships and female empowerment to many national groups, including business organizations, religious institutions, women's groups and colleges and universities. More >

Emmy Award-winning Comedienne and Actress; Women's Rights Activist

Vicki Lawrence is an avid women’s rights activist, traveling across the country speaking to organizations about her life, career, women’s health and being a woman in a man’s world. More >

Chair, Feminist Majority’s Campaign

Mavis Leno has established herself as a leader in the efforts to make the restoration of women’s rights a nonnegotiable element of a post-Taliban Afghanistan, and has been at the forefront of insuring that the plight of Afghan women is included in the ... More >

U.S. Representative from New York (1990 – 1997); Senior Principal, Bracewell & Giuliani LLP

Susan Molinari is a risk-taker and trailblazer for liberal Republicans and working mothers. A U.S. Representative from 1990 to 1997, Ms. Molinari quickly became “one of the most distinctive Members of the House” and “one of the most ... More >

Tennis Champion; 59 Grand Slam Wins; Founder, Rainbow Endowment

A champion on and off the court, Martina Navratilova is not only a tennis legend, but an inspirational leader who demonstrates wit, candor and sheer motivation. More >

Actress; Social & Environmental Activist ; Singer

In addition to being know as a multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominated actress, Gloria Reuben is dedicated to advocating for several causes. Gloria is successful on the speaking circuit, where her focus is on the environment, HIV/AIDS, human rights, ... More >

“First Lady of the World"

A world figure and widow of late Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, Madame Jehan Sadat has been active in the women’s movement both in her own country and throughout the world. She was responsible for the Egyptian Civil Rights Law that resulted in more ... More >

Congresswoman, Colorado; President, Association of American Publishers

Pat Schroeder represented Colorado’s First Congressional District for 12-terms, passing landmark legislation and becoming a strong advocate for free speech and education. Her dedication to her constituents and their wellbeing was unprecedented.... More >

Pioneering Race Car Driver

One of the first and most successful female Indy Car drivers, Lyn St. James knows what it takes to be determined and strong in a sport dominated by men. In addition to a ground-breaking racing career and active public life as a role model for millions ... More >

NPR Correspondent

One of the most popular broadcasters in public radio, Susan Stamberg is well-known for her conversational style, intelligence, and knack for finding an interesting story. More >

Former Lt. Governor, Maryland; Education and Health Care Advocate; Humanitarian and Public Servant

A life long advocate for women, children and the underserved, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend’s career has focused on creating public and private partnerships to solve some of the most intractable problems facing America today. More >

Bestselling Author

TIME Magazine named Rebecca Walker one of the fifty most influential American leaders under forty because of her transformative views on race, gender, sexuality and power. More >

Pioneer Sex Therapist

Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a psychosexual therapist who pioneered speaking frankly about sexual matters on radio with her program, Sexually Speaking. She never envisaged that one day she would be making such wide use of the mass media to help spread what ... More >

Nobel Peace Laureate; Founding Coordinator, International Campaign to Ban Landmines

As Founding Coordinator of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines, Jody Williams was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997, along with the ICBL, in recognition of its achievements. The Norwegian Nobel Committee applauded the campaign for changing ... More >