HWA Speakers Leave a Lasting Impact

Here's what companies and event planners are saying:

 

Political Leader, Voting Rights Champion & NYT Bestselling Author

"Stacey Abrams was INCREDIBLE. We had over 1,000 registrations and the line to get into the venue wrapped around a city block, so the venue opened the doors early to get people inside. Our attendees left inspired and with the knowledge and ideas of how to build and sustain community, disrupt, and litigate when needed, work strategically toward the democracy we all need and find hope and joy along the way. It was truly wonderful."

-Jo Giles, executive director, Lead the Change Fund

 

"The session went exceptionally well. We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our audience. They particularly appreciated Jake’s insightful perspective, which provided a valuable outside-in viewpoint."

-Siemens AG

Former National Security Advisor & Director of Policy Planning, U.S. Department of State

 

Award-Winning Comedian, Late-Night TV Trailblazer & 7x Bestselling Author

"Everything went amazing - our team and our clients were really thrilled with Chelsea and were very pleased with how everything went. Thank you so much for everything and we will absolutely be in touch with any upcoming needs."

-Publicis Health Media

 

"I absolutely adored him and I do not say that lightly. He was amazing—kind, gracious, insightful...Stevie was the BEST! I have gotten nothing but high remarks about him all day."

-Youngstown State University

Musician, Producer & Actor; Founding Member of the E Street Band

 

Emmy Award–Winning Host & Comedian; Winner of Celebrity Apprentice

Celebrated Actor, Writer & Director; Acclaimed Author and Podcast Host

"Honestly, Matt was awesome. Incredibly energetic and he connected with our audience in the best possible way. He brought energy, passion and comedy to his story and it made an impact. In what was completely unexpected, he came with us to our opening reception and stayed for probably 90 minutes answering questions, taking pictures and doing videos for anyone that would ask. He was the real deal – so glad we could have him."

-thINK Ahead Conference

"Everything exceeded expectations. His remarks deeply resonated with our members—prompting significant reflection and emotion. It proved to be a powerful and cathartic moment, especially given the challenges our profession has faced in recent years. He set a high bar for next year!"

-NASFAA

Emmy & 4x James Beard Award–Winning Chef, Writer & Global Cultural Explorer

16th Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency

"I have organized a college event based on addiction and recovery for 18 years, bringing in high profile, internationally known speakers to our college campus. For 2025, Andrew Zimmern was chosen and from start to finish, it could not have been any better. He was so easy to work with and he delivered a sincere and honest message of recovery that resonated with the audience of around 300 attendees. I highly recommend Andrew as a recovery speaker!"

-HGTC Addiction and Recovery

"The event went very well. Administrator Regan was fantastic. He brought fabulous energy, had remarkable preparation, and his talking points were very complementary with our goals for the meeting and with the following speaker, while remaining genuine and true to his own message. We couldn’t have asked for more. Deep appreciation!"

-Water Action Fund

Nationally Celebrated Poet, Literary Visionary & Cultural Change-Maker

Award-Winning Actor, Filmmaker & Social Impact Innovator

"We had a wonderful, personal, and impactful night with Amanda. Everyone enjoyed her talk and the meet and greet was fantastic."

-Stichting het Veerhuis / Droom en Daad

"Edward Norton this week for AppFolio was AMAZING. HUGE slam dunk. They loved him and he totally nailed it. The conversation went so well and there was such a great overlap in messaging between his work and AppFolio. He was such a pleasure to work with, I’d absolutely recommend him."

-AppFolio