Humanitarian, Author, MMA Fighter, Mental Health Advocate, & Podcast Host

After battling depression, suicide, and drug addiction, Justin experienced a life-changing journey living with the Mbuti Pygmy people of the Congo Basin Rainforest. When he returned he founded Fight For The Forgotten, to knockout the world water crisis, which today has expanded its impact to serve the Batwa Pygmies of Uganda. Justin has a deep-seated belief & ability to empower people to stoke the fire that is within us all.

Justin "The Big Pygmy" Wren is a 10 time State Champion, 5 time All American, and 2 time National Champion Wrestler, UFC veteran,and has been inducted into the Black Belt Magazine Hall of Fame. His MMA record is 15-2.

As a humanitarian he's the Founder and CEO of the non-profit Fight for the Forgotten, also authoring a bestselling book with the same name through Simon & Schuster publishing. Justin's transformative storytelling Ignites a fire In the human soul that inspires and empowers us to take action that leads deeper purpose, high performance, and long lasting change and impact.

Justin has inspired millions through his appearances on the Joe Rogan Experience (9x), Mike Tyson's HotBoxin', the Ed Mylett Show, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, and TEDx Talks, along with his book, Fight for the Forgotten. Today he is the host of his own inspirational podcast, Overcome with Justin Wren and a globally recognized keynote speaker

Session: Opening General Session, Wednesday, May 7 at 10:45 a.m.

Emerging Technologies Expert, Former Communications Executive at SpaceX & Facebook

In his daily work, Dex plays a critical role in writing the next chapter on science, tech, the economy, and society across the globe, and spearheads efforts to bring the stories of how the world is being moved forward to light.

Through the last 15 years, Dex has advised global leaders including as head of communications for SpaceX, where he reported to Elon Musk, head of executive communications for Facebook, and as Google's first executive speechwriter. Dex began his career as speechwriter and spokesperson for the office of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.

A New York Times-bestselling ghostwriter, he is a frequent public speaker on technology's impact on society.

Session: Thursday General Session, Thursday, May 8 at 9:30 a.m.

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Sales Gravy Founder & CEO, Author, & Keynote Speaker

Jeb Blount is the author of fifteen books including Fanatical Prospecting, Sales EQ, People Follow You, Virtual Selling, and his latest book, Selling in a Crisis.

Jeb advises a who’s who of the world’s leading organizations and their executives on the impact of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills on customer-facing activities.

He is among the world’s most respected thought leaders on prospecting, sales, leadership, and customer experience.

Session: Closing General Session, Friday, May 9 at 9:15 a.m.

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