STEPHANIE CHUNG

Stephanie Chung, author of Ally Leadership: How To Lead People Who Are Not Like You, is a force of strategic innovation and a titan in the world of business growth and human capital management. A former Chief Growth Officer for Wheels Up and the first African American to helm a private jet company, JetSuite, she has over 30 years of experience transforming businesses and driving results. Stephanie serves on the advisory board of XTI Aerospace and on the boards of Make-A-Wish and the National Business Aviation Association. Her leadership and impact have earned her recognition as one of Adweek’s “Women Trailblazers” and Ebony’s Power 100. Her work has reached 101 countries and been translated into 60 languages.

KATHRYN MCLAY

Kathryn McLay is the former president and CEO of Walmart International and Sam’s Club. She led a team of 500,000 associates serving 80 million customers weekly across 18 countries. Previously, Kathryn was president and CEO of Sam’s Club, where revenues grew 43% to $84 billion in fiscal year 2023. She held multiple leadership roles at Walmart, including overseeing U.S. finance, strategy, supply chain and Neighborhood Markets. A native of Australia, Kathryn earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance and post graduate studies in organizational psychology.

DAN HEATH

Dan Heath is the #1 New York Times bestselling co-author (or author) of six beloved business books: Switch, Made to Stick, Decisive, The Power of Moments, Upstream, and his latest, Reset, which debuted in January 2025. His books have been translated into 35 languages and have sold over 4 million copies worldwide. Writing honors include recognition as one of the best nonfiction books of the year (Amazon), one of the best audiobooks of the year (Apple), and the Owl Award for Best Business Book of the Year. Dan also hosts a Top 5 Apple Careers podcast, “What It’s Like to Be…” interviewing people from a wide range of professions each episode.

He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA from The University of Texas at Austin, and is based in Durham, North Carolina.

Delia Chiuariu

is a serial legacy builder who turns human potential into strong, lasting brands She believes legacy isn’t something we leave behind – it’s something we actively originate through, how we lead, create, and show up
Her signature method integrates narrative precision, values-based positioning, and high-impact visibility – ensuring brand presence is not only seen, but deeply felt and remembered.
With over 15 years of experience, Delia has mastered the art of converting intangible human assets – story, energy, vision – into measurable, lasting outcomes. Her work bridges purpose with performance, delivering transformational strategies and 020 execution that resonate across platforms and generations

RORY VADEN

Rory Vaden is a 2x New York Times bestselling author, 8 Figure Entrepreneur, and the youngest American inducted into the Professional Speaking Hall of Fame. He studies the psychology of influence—the ability to move ourselves and others to take action. His insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNN and on Good Morning America. His TEDx talk has been viewed over 5 million times. He has spoken for organizations like Google, Keller Williams, the Million Dollar Round Table and the Global Leadership Summit.

Dr. Abeer Najem Al Rasbi

Certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Trainer

Founder and CEO of Erteqa for Training and Development, a firm dedicated to providing individuals in early/middle career individuals to find their “Why”, blossom their lives and career; and organizations with ideas, products and services that improve teamwork, clarity and employee engagement to discover hidden potentials of their teams to reach the highest team-harmony and productivity.

Safia AlShehi

Well-known Emirati media figure renowned for her captivating voice and multifaceted talents

Founder and CEO of Masarat Development, focusing on personal branding and communication coaching.
An award-winning TV presenter, radio personality, author, and MC for private and government events. Through these diverse roles, Safia Al Shehi has carved an inspiring path, captivating audiences across the UAE and the Gulf region.