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After successfully kayaking the 2,800 miles of the Pacific Ocean between California and Hawaii in 2022, Cyril Derreumaux will take on the 3,000 miles of the Atlantic Ocean from the Canary Islands to Martinique in December 2024 in a 100% human-powered, solo and unsupported kayak expedition. The trip is expected to take 80 to 90 days.

APB speaker Donna Hicks, an internationally renowned authority on dignity, recently published an article in the Harvard Business Review on how dignity fits into your leadership. She was co-author, along with Michael Pirson and Ayse Yemiscigil, professors at Fordham University.

Every November on Veterans Day, we pause to recognize and bring awareness to the great physical and mental sacrifices our military makes to ensure our freedom. APB is proud to work with these sought-after leaders below and we thank them for their bravery and patriotism.

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.

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.

Juneteenth (short for June 19th) marks the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans throughout Texas learned that they were free—news that took approximately two months after the Confederate surrender of the Civil War and two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation to reach them.  As our nation recognizes the legacy of Juneteenth during a time of heightened consciousness over pervasive racism and persecution in our nation, we urge everyone to continue to do their part in igniting change.