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PATCH ADAMS, MD
Illinois | $20,001 - $40,000
Patch Adams is both a medical doctor and a clown, but he is also a social activist who has devoted 30 years to changing America's healthcare system.
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MICHAEL C. ANTHONY
Florida | $7,501 - $10,000
Michael C. Anthony's "The Totally Mental Makeover" is an hilarious and inspiring keynote presentation that combines his hilarious mind-boggling mental stunts with a powerful, high-content message.
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EMORY AUSTIN, CSP, CPAE
North Carolina | $5,001 - $7,500
Emory Austin connects life lessons to business strategies and creates original material for your stage. Her presentation style is upbeat and energetic, with a dynamic mix of message and concrete solutions.
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KRISTIN BAIRD, RN, BSN, MHAWisconsin| $5,001 - $7,500
With thirty years of experience in patient care, health care marketing, business development and administration, Kristin Baird is a talented speaker and consultant with a passion for service excellence.
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BARB BANCROFT, RN, MSN, PNPIllinois| $5,001 - $7,500
Barb Bancroft has provided more than 2,800 continuing education events on topics pertaining to pathophysiology, physical assessment, and pharmacology to healthcare professionals.
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RIDLEY BARRONTennessee| $7,501 - $10,000
Ridley approaches the subject of Patient Safety and Quality of Care with a powerful message of hope, healing, and forgiveness. He empowers patients, families, clinicians and those impacted by adverse medical events.
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KATHLEEN BARTHOLOMEW, RN, MNWashington| $5,001 - $7,500
Kathleen Bartholomew is an expert on hospital culture and speaks internationally to hospital boards, the military, leadership and staff about safety, communication, cultural change and power.
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BARBARA BARTLEIN, RN, MSW, CSPWisconsin | $5,001 - $7,500
Barb is a workplace culture expert, clinical psychotherapist and former VP of St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee. For more than 30 years, her presentations have helped build high performing workplaces.
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JEFF BAUER, PH.D.Illinois| $10,001 - $15,000
Dr. Jeff Bauer is a health futurist and medical economist who forecasts the evolution of healthcare to develop practical, creative approaches to improving the medical sector of the American economy.
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STEVE BERKOWITZ, MDMaine| $7,501 - $10,000
Dr. Steve Berkowitz has more than 25 years' experience in healthcare including Chief Medical Officer of St. David's Healthcare and National Practice Leader for Physician Services with the HayGroup.
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BETH BOYNTON, RN, MS
New Hampshire| $2,500 - $5,000
Beth Boynton, RN, MS has had one foot in science and one in theatre arts for much of her career. Before she went to nursing school she earned a BS in Biochemistry with a minor in Theatre and Communication!
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JERRY BRIDGE
California| $5,001 - $7,500
Jerry Bridge is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, humorist and author. He is well known for turning complex, topics into fun, engaging thought provoking programs and for his ability to help people reduce stress, improve productivity and build teamwork.
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MICHAEL BROOMESouth Carolina| $5,001 - $7,500
Michael Broome offers a realistic blending of hope and confidence...loaded with humor. He teaches his audiences to have faith not only in our system, but also in their ability to make that system work for them.
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JULI BURNEYNebraska| $5,001 - $7,500
An award-winning teacher, entertainer and author, Juli Burney makes strong connections with her audiences. She has the ability to entertain as a headlining comedian with the ease of a top-notch motivational speaker.
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JONATHAN BURROUGHS, MDNew Hampshire| $10,001 - $15,000
Jonathan Burroughs works with the nation's top healthcare consulting organizations to provide 'best practice' solutions and training so physicians and management can work together to solve challenges.
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SCOTT BURROWSFlorida| $15,001 - $20,000
Scott Burrows is a motivational business speaker who brings the concepts of Vision, Mindset and Grit to life using his life-changing story as the backdrop for organizational success. Three simple, yet powerful words that when put into action can help your organization stand up to any challenge.
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KARYN BUXMAN, RN, MSN, CSP, CPAECalifornia| $10,001 - $15,000
Audiences from around the world value the transformational power of Karyn Buxman's inspirational, entertaining, and practical message...Change is possible - and it can be fun!
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EDNA CAMPBELLCalifornia | $7,501 - $10,000
Edna Campbell is a retired WNBA guard for the Sacramento Monarchs who courageously played basketball even as she battled breast cancer.
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JAMES CANTON, PH.D.California | $20,001 - $40,000
Dr. James Canton is a leading global futurist who has been insightfully predicting the key healthcare trends that have shaped our world for over 30 years.
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DONNA CARDILLO, MA, RN, CSP, FAANNew Jersey | $7,501 - $10,000
Donna Cardillo travels the world helping women and healthcare professionals to reach their full potential. Over 25 years of clinical, business and managerial experience, not to mention her stint as a professional singer.
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COLETTE CARLSON, CSP, CPAECalifornia | $15,001 - $20,000
Colette Carlson, founder of Speak Your Truth, is a human behavior expert, author and humorous keynote speaker who shares the tools, terminology and techniques that encourage people to excel.
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JIM CARROLLCanada | $15,001 - $20,000
Jim Carroll is one of the world's leading futurists, trends and innovation experts. And it's his inspirational, transformative thinking that will help you discover opportunity in an era of high-velocity change.
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CHRISTINE CASHEN, CSP, CPAETexas | $10,001 - $15,000
Whether talking about her "hottie engineer" husband, her pet peeves or growing up in an Italian/Irish household, audiences always relate to Christine Cashen's experiences, struggles and lessons.
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COURTNEY CLARKTexas | $7,501 - $10,000
In today's busy world, you have to bounce back quickly. You need Accelerated Resilience. Courtney provides content-based motivation that helps individuals adapt faster, achieve more, and develop Accelerated Resilience.
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GEOFF COLVINConnecticut | $20,001 - $40,000
One of the most respected voices in journalism, Geoff Colvin helps businesses look ahead at the key issues and gives leaders the perspective they need to make better decisions about the future of their business.
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ROGER CRAWFORD, CPAECalifornia | $10,001 - $15,000
Although born with ectrodactylism, a rare birth defect, Roger not only became the only athlete with four impaired limbs to compete in a NCAA Division I sport, he also became a Hall of Fame Division I athlete.
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RON CULBERSON, MSW, CSP, CPAEVirginia | $5,001 - $7,500
As a speaker, humorist and author of three books, Ron Culberson's mission is to change the workplace culture so that organizations are more productive and staff are more content.
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CONOR CUNNEENIllinois | $5,001 - $7,500
Conor Cunneen's unique ability to combine Substance with Humor wins rave reviews from stressed out nursing and healthcare professionals (and also from the few who are not stressed out!)
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TIM CUNNINGHAM, RN, DrPH, MSNGeorgia | $7,501 - $10,000
An actor, clown, emergency nurse, associate professor, and leader in a large health system, Tim has worked in 24 countries outside of the U.S. His global experiences have exposed him to both extreme suffering and extreme resilience.
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AMY DEE
Minnesota| $5,001 - $7,500
Amy Dee has more than 20 years of experience as a professional motivational speaker. A first-rate comedian, Amy also has a deep understanding of behavioral science.
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KATHY DEMPSEY, RN, CSPArizona | $10,001 - $15,000
Kathy Dempsey ignites organizations to SHED for Success by providing them with timely change management tools, employee engagement strategies and methods for building traction and accountability.
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RYAN DONOHUEColorado| $7,501 - $10,000
Ryan Donohue is a thought leader in the realm of healthcare consumerism. His mission is to inspire and persuade hospital and health system leaders to embrace and engage the healthcare consumer.
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DAVE DRAVECKYCalifornia | $10,001 - $15,000
Dave Dravecky relates his own experiences with loss and suffering and powerfully inspires through the encouragement he gathered from the faith and hope he discovered along his journey.
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MACK DRYDENKentucky | $5,001 - $7,500
Whether you're looking to inspire the troops or just make them laugh 'til they hurt, Mack Dryden is a guaranteed hit with his relaxed stage presence, hilarious material and uniquely engaging delivery.
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KEN DYCHTWALD, PH.D.Washington| More than $40,000
For over 30 years, Dr. Ken Dychtwald has emerged as North America´s foremost visionary and original thinker regarding the lifestyle, marketing, healthcare and workforce implications of the age wave.
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BRENDA ELSAGHERMinnesota| $5,001 - $7,500
Fascinated by the human spirit, and a collector of stories, Brenda interacts with the audience and delivers new ways of thinking about courageous conversations on humor, health and happiness.
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KEVIN FICKENSCHER, MDMassachusetts / Maine| $7,501 - $10,000
Kevin Fickenscher focuses on senior executive strategic support, leadership development and assistance with evolving care delivery models for the healthcare industry.
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JOE FLOWER
California | $15,001 - $20,000
With over 30 years' experience, Joe Flower has emerged as a premier observer and thought leader on the deep forces changing healthcare in the United States and around the world.
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ZONYA FOCO, CSP
Michigan | $5,001 - $7,500
Zonya Foco is a master of inspiration, motivation and visual humor, providing hard-facts information and simple solutions that help everyday people improve health, create balance and maximize energy.
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TERRY FOSTER, RN, MSN, FAEN, CCRN, CPEN, TCRN, CENKentucky| $5,001 - $7,500
Terry Foster has held positions of volunteer, ward clerk, staff nurse, charge nurse, critical-care instructor, clinical director and night supervisor.
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KAY FRANCESOhio| $7,501 - $10,000
Known as "America's Funniest Stressbuster," Kay Frances shares her message to "lighten up, stress less and take care of ourselves."
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TIM GARD, CSP, CPAE
Oregon | $10,001 - $15,000
Tim Gard is a tears-in-your-eyes-laugh-out-loud speaker who teaches people to be more resilient and resourceful and coaches businesses on how to enhance productivity and employee enthusiasm.
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DEB GAULDIN, RN, CHPNorth Carolina | $2,500 - $5,000
First and foremost, Deb Gauldin is a wife and mother, sister and daughter. She has always been a champion for women's causes. That's just who she is.
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BARBARA GLANZ, CSP, CPAE
Florida | $7,501 - $10,000
Barbara Glanz, "The Employee Motivation Expert," works with organizations that want to improve morale, retention and service and with people who want to rediscover the joy in their work and in their lives.
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DAVID GLICKMAN, CSP, CPAE
Florida | $7,501 - $10,000
David Glickman works with organizations that want to add a combination of valuable content and comic relief to their events in order to make them really fun and memorable .
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GLORIA GOINSFlorida | $7,501 - $10,000
Gloria is former the Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity for the Sales, Marketing and Global Services for Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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JEFF GOLDSMITH
Virginia| $15,001 - $20,000
Jeff Goldsmith is a Director of the Cerner Corporation, a healthcare informatics firm as well as a member of the editorial board of Health Affairs. He is also Director of Essent Healthcare, a hospital management firm.
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DOUGLAS GOLDSTEIN
Virginia| $7,501 - $10,000
Douglas Goldstein is a leading health care author, entrepreneur and "eFuturist." He focuses on how teams enabled by emerging technologies can improve health products and services today and tomorrow.
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SUZANNE GORDON
Massachusetts| $5,001 - $7,500
In the course of doing her work on teamwork in healthcare, she developed the concept of Team Intelligence. She is co-author of the play about team relationships in healthcare entitled "Bedside Manners."
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LAURIE GUEST, CSP
Illinois | $5,001 - $7,500
Twenty four years of experience in the healthcare industry, coupled with over a decade as a business owner, give Laurie unique insights into the challenges facing businesses and the impact of an apathetic staff.
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TIM HAGUECanada | $5,001 - $7,500
Tim Hague overcame the odds when he went from a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease to winning season #1 of The Amazing Race Canada. Now he shares the lessons learned from having run and won this amazing race with Parkinson's.
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SCOTT HAMILTONTennessee| $20,001 - $40,000
Scott Hamilton is the living example that "good guys CAN finish first!!" He is an Olympic Champion, television broadcaster, philanthropist, motivational speaker, author, husband, father, cancer survivor and eternal optimist.
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DONNA HARTLEYCalifornia| $5,001 - $7,500
Donna has been suicidal, broke, a single mother and she's cheated death three times; she overcame these challenges with her relentless energy and unbreakable spirit.
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ALAN HOBSONCanada | $10,001 - $15,000
Alan Hobson not only reached the top of Mt. Everest on his third expedition only to face the inner Everest of cancer, but he is also the international bestselling author of half a dozen books.
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JOYCE HYAM, RN, PHN, BSN, MPACalifornia | $2,500 - $5,000
Joyce Hyam has been a registered nurse for over thirty years, working in hospital and community care settings. She is passionate about helping others achieve the outcomes they want for themselves.
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CHAD HYMAS, CSP, CPAE
Utah | $15,001 - $20,000
At the age of 27, Chad Hymas' life changed in an instant when a 2,000-pound bale of hay shattered his neck leaving him a quadriplegic. But his dreams were not paralyzed - he became an example of what is possible!
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SONYA JONES
Illinois | $5,001 - $7,500
Sonya Jones captured the attention and hearts of viewers with her upbeat attitude and dedication to succeed during her tenure in Season 16 of NBC’s TV show The Biggest Loser. Sonya was the only female finalist in the show’s 16th season.
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NATHAN KAUFMANCalifornia | $15,001 - $20,000
Nate Kaufman has over 30 years of experience as an expert in the areas of peak performing hospitals and physician groups, hospital strategy, physician compensation and integrated delivery systems.
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PAUL KECKLEY, PHD
Tennessee| $10,001 - $15,000
Paul H. Keckley is Managing Editor of The Keckley Report, a healthcare policy analyst and widely known industry expert. He is a frequent speaker and advisor to healthcare organizations focused on long-term growth and sustainability strategies.
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JOHN KENAGY, MD
Washington| $10,001 - $15,000
In addition to his clinical experience as a vascular surgeon, Dr. John Kenagy has been Chief of Surgery, Chief of Staff and Regional Vice President for Business Development in a not-for-profit healthcare system.
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SORREL KING
Maryland | $5,001 - $7,500
In 2001 Sorrel King's daughter, Josie, died as a result of medical errors. Setting out to prevent patients from being harmed or killed by medical errors, she and her husband created the Josie King Foundation.
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DANIEL KRAFT, MDCalifornia | $30,001 - $40,000
With over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, biomedical research and healthcare innovation, Daniel Kraft has chaired the Medicine for Singularity University and is founder and chair of Exponential Medicine, a program that explores convergent, rapidly developing technologies and their potential in biomedicine and healthcare.
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CHARLES KUNKLE, MSN, CEN, CCRN, BC-NAPennsylvania| $7,501 - $10,000
Charles has over 27 years experience as a nurse and has held multiple positions in emergency medicine, pre-hospital emergency medical services, cardiothoracic intensive care units and honed his skills over the years practicing as a flight nurse.
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KATHY LATOUR
Texas | $5,001 - $7,500
Kathy LaTour often says that while cancer did not take her life, she has given it willingly to educate, empower and enlighten the newly diagnosed and those who care for them.
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BRIAN LEE, CSP
Canada| $7,501 - $10,000
Brian Lee is one of North America's leading experts in the field of World-Class patient experience, staff engagement and culture change. He is recognized author on HCAHPS improvement and Value-Based Purchasing.
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EDWARD LEIGH
Ohio | $2,500 - $5,000
America's News Media looks to Edward Leigh for his expertise and real-world insight into the topic of communication in the healthcare environment.
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REBECCA LOBO
Connecticut | $7,501 - $10,000
Since retiring from the WNBA, Rebecca Lobo has been actively involved with various philanthropic endeavors, including founding the "RuthAnn and Rebecca Lobo Scholarship in Allied Health" at UConn in 2001.
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JOAN LUNDEN
New York | $20,001 - $40,000
With her career focused on health, wellness and inspiration, Lunden has continued to be a reassuring and informative presence in American homes for more than 30 years.
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ALLISON MASSARI
California | $15,001 - $20,000
Allison Massari's mission is to inspire, invigorate and support people in the everyday stresses of their jobs while facilitating a deeper connection to the patient experience and a palpable grasp of their power as healers.
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DAVID MEINZ, CSP
Florida| $5,001 - $7,500
David Meinz specializes in consultations and workshops that enable people to improve their health and informs audiences of the truth about cholesterol, long-term weight control, food and fitness.
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KAREN MILLS
Tennessee | $5,001 - $7,500
Karen Mills has often been compared to Ellen Degeneres and Jerry Seinfeld because she finds the funny in everyday life. That didn't change when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
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SELINZA MITCHELLTexas | $5,001 - $7,500
Selinza Mitchell has enjoyed a successful career specializing in Clinical Oncology and Medical Surgical Nursing. Before entering nursing school, she spent 10 years as a volunteer at a major 500 bed hospital.
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IAN MORRISON
California| $15,001 - $20,000
Ian Morrison is an internationally known author, consultant, and futurist specializing in long-term forecasting and planning with particular emphasis on healthcare and the changing business environment.
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LESLIE MOUTON
Texas | $5,001 - $7,500
At the age of 35, news anchor Leslie Mouton was diagnosed witn an aggressive form of breast cancer. Rather than hide it, she decided to face it, share it, and try to help others through her own experience.
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JOE MULL, CSPPennsylvania | $10,001 - $15,000
Joe Mull speaks on cultivating commitment in the workplace. His company, Joe Mull & Associates, works with organizations in more than 20 states to help their leaders become better bosses and build stronger teams.
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JOHN J. NANCE
Washington | $7,501 - $10,000
One of the founding board members of the National Patient Safety Foundation, John Nance brings a rich and varied professional background to American Healthcare and the cause of Patient Safety.
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DAVID NASH, MD
Pennsylvania | $15,000 - $20,000
Dr. David Nash is a board-certified internist who is internationally recognized for his work in public accountability for outcomes, physician leadership development, and quality-of-care improvement.
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GREG NELSONPennsylvania | $5,001 - $7,500
Greg's presentation style combines down-to-earth enthusiasm, knowledge and humor with practical solutions to the challenges facing today's leaders in health care.
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BRADLEY NIEDER, MD, CSPColorado | $7,501 - $10,000
Brad Nieder, MD is a funny doctor, keynote speaker and clean comedian who blends health care humor with wellness advice and an uplifting message. Audiences love his "Laughter is the Best Medicine" program!
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JOHN O'LEARYMissouri| $20,001 - $40,000
John O'Leary has lived through worse than most can imagine. At the age of nine, John was severely burned on 100% of his body. He then survived months in a hospital bed, dozens of surgeries, and years of therapy. Before his tenth birthday, John lost all of his fingers to amputation.
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JAMES ORLIKOFF
Illinois | $15,001 - $20,000
James Orlikoff specializes in health care governance and leadership, strategy, quality, and organizational development. He is the National Advisor on governance and leadership to the American Hospital Association.
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KATHLEEN PAGANA, PHD, RN, CSPPennsylvania | $5,001 - $7,500
Kathleen Pagana has been a leader in healthcare for more than 35 years, with experiences including college teaching, administration, clinical practice, business management, writing and professional speaking.
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JOE PISCATELLA
Washington| $10,001 - $15,000
Joe Piscatella is one of the country's most respected experts on how to commit to living a healthy lifestyle in the real world. He consults on worksite and community health programs.
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JAKE POOREFlorida| $10,001 - $15,000
Jake Poore spends most of his time in the trenches of healthcare institutions. You may find him shadowing a physician in the emergency department, learning of the needs of the sterile processing department or the delivering food with the food service team.
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KAYE LANI RAFKO-WILSON, RN
Michigan | $2,500 - $5,000
After winning the Miss Michigan pageant of 1987, Kaye Lani Rae Rafko-Wilson was crowned the 61st Miss America in 1988. She holds the distinction of being the very first Registered Nurse to become Miss America.
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TERESA RHYNE
Illinois | $5,001 - $7,500
Teresa's life changed forever with one sound: AAAARRRROOOOO! Emitted by a Beagle she later named Seamus, it signaled the beginning of a journey she could never have imagined.
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FAITH ROBERTS, MSN, RN, NEA-BCIllinois | $2,500 - $5,000
Faith Roberts speaks across the U.S. and Canada on topics close to every healthcare professionals heart. Currently she is the Director of Magnet, Professional Practice and Parish Nursing at Carle.
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ANNE RYDER
Indiana| $5,001 - $7,500
Anne Ryder tells stories that celebrate hope, faith and the resilience of the human spirit. She has earned 16 regional Emmy Awards and two Edward R Murrow awards for excellence in television.
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PETE SMITHVirginia| $10,001 - $15,000
Pete Smith is the author of Dare to Matter and has been called "one of America's leading personal and professional development coaches."
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KEVIN SODEN, MD
North Carolina | $5,001 - $7,500
Dr. Kevin Soden has been a medical journalist for more than 20 years. He serves as the worldwide Medical Director for Texas Instruments and the Cardinal Health Corporation.
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MEG SOPERCanada / United States| $5,001 - $7,500
Professional speaker and comedienne Meg Soper is recognized as one of the premiere motivators in Canada. She combines her remarkable sense of humour with her unique perspective of life to captivate her audience and provide them with a presentation filled with inspiration and entertainment.
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JANA STANFIELD, CSP
Colorado| $7,501 - $10,000
Combining her background as a television reporter with her talent as a songwriter, musician and humorist, Jana Stanfield describes her music as "psychotherapy you can dance to."
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STEPHANIE STAPLES, CSPCanada | $5,001 - $7,500
Stephanie Staples is a recovering burn-out nurse and a serial entrepreneur. She has founded three businesses and is the 2014 Manitoba Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Contribution to Community award winner.
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ANNE-LOUISE STERRYOregon | $5,001 - $7,500
Anne-Louise Sterry is an internationally known motivational speaker and award-winning recording artist, author, singer-songwriter, master storyteller, former Nurse and Breast Cancer Survivor!
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DONNA STRICKLAND, MS, PHH, CNS-BC, RN, CSPColorado | $5,001 - $7,500
Donna is well known for her transformational work with organizations as a consultant. She goes the distance with companies as they integrate the change and transition process, create effective leaders and leverage talent to elevate performance.
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LEANN THIEMAN, CSP, CPAE
Colorado | $10,001 - $15,000
A nurse for thirty years and coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul, LeAnn Thieman knows first hand the "war zones" of healthcare today.
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RENEE THOMPSON, RN, DNP, CMSRN, CSPFlorida| $10,001 - $15,000
After more than 25 years as a nurse, nurse educator and nurse executive, Renee Thompson is considered a leading authority on nurse bullying, professional development, and clinical competence.
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JACK ULDRICH
Minnesota | $15,001 - $20,000
Jack Uldrich is a well-recognized global futurist and author of eleven books. A frequent speaker on technology, change management and leadership, he has addressed hundreds of corporations on five continents.
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JODY URQUHARTCanada| $7,501 - $10,000
A highly sought-after funny motivational speaker, Jody Urquhart is the author of All Work & No Say, a bestselling book that shattered assumptions that work can’t be rewarding and fun.
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NICK WEBBArizona| $20,001 - $30,000
Nicholas Webb is a multi award-winning inventor of technologies ranging from one of the world’s smallest medical implants to a very successful line of educational and fitness products.
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SHARON WEINSTEIN, MS, CRNI-R, RN, FACW, FAAN, CSPWashington DC| $7,501 - $10,000
With over three decades of global healthcare experience, speaking, and firsthand business experience, Sharon Weinstein knows that balance is a lifestyle choice and not about the latest fads, ads, or promotions.
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BOBBE WHITEIllinois | $2,500 - $5,000
From crisis management to team building, personal wellness to stress management, Certified Laugh Leader Bobbe White's insights empower your group to a new level of confidence.
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DON YAEGER, CSP
Florida | $15,001 - $20,000
An eight-time New York Times Best-selling author and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don Yaeger has fashioned a career as one of America's most provocative thought leaders.
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