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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s a time to raise awareness, support survivors and advocate for change. APB is proud to represent several speakers who work tirelessly to address and break the cycle of abuse. Passionate about creating a better and safer future for all, these voices highlight the importance of education, prevention, support and more.

Next week (Sept. 22-29), the Big Apple will celebrate one of its premiere events focused on saving the planet. Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 600 events and activities across the City of New York—in person, hybrid and online.  

Each year, the United States observes National Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans who have enriched the country. Join us in honoring these communities with one of the sought-after speakers below!

David Epstein, the #1 NYT Bestselling Author, Expert on the Science of High Performance and Exclusive APB Speaker, recently was a guest on “The Diary of a CEO” podcast hosted by Steven Bartlett. 

Limbitless Solutions, a company co-founded by APB Speaker Dr. Albert Manero, recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. The non-profit organization headquartered at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando specializes in creating and donating personalized, creative and expressive 3D-printed bionic arms for children.

One of the most pernicious and persistent myths in the United States is the association of Black skin with poverty. Though there are 40 million more poor white people than Black people, most Americans, both Republicans and Democrats, continue to think of poverty―along with issues like welfare, unemployment and food stamps―as solely a Black problem. Why is this so? What are the ...

Political organizer and activist David Hogg, a survivor of the 2018 Parkland High School shooting and co-founder of March for Our Lives, has a new message for his generation: Our political system is stacked against young people—and he is on a mission to change that. In his recent cover story for Fast Company, David discussed the importance of mobilizing youth to become active participants in the political landscape. Sharing the mission behind the grassroots organization he launched with Kevin Lata, Leaders We Deserve, he empowers with a compelling message of how Gen Zers are capable of becoming the political stars we need in our future who will advocate for their rights and the rights of others while driving progressive change. +Read the Article

The anticipation for the upcoming Olympics is palpable as athletes from around the world prepare to showcase their talents on the global stage. APB is proud to have an incredible roster of former Olympians who symbolize not only the triumph of human perseverance but also the unyielding pursuit of excellence. Celebrating the universal values of teamwork, dedication and passion, these voices are known for motivating and inspiring audiences and are sure to leave a lasting impression.

In a recent video series by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services—Pride: Stronger Together—Assistant Secretary for Health Admiral Rachel Levine spoke with APB Speaker and the 178th President of the American Medical Association (AMA) Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld. The pair covered the health disparities LGBTQI+ patients face and how to remove barriers to access to healthcare. To celebrate PRIDE month, we’re highlighting a bit of their conversation. Here’s what they had to say.

Kelly Corrigan’s latest TED talk, "To Love Is to Be Brave," is now available to view on ted.com. Corrigan, a bestselling author, cancer survivor, host of the PBS Series Tell Me More With Kelly Corrigan and host of the Podcast and NPR show Kelly Corrigan Wonders, introduced the talk at the TED2024 conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada, in April.