Speakers - Hood Hargett Breakfast Club

Col. Mark Tilman Pilot and Commander of Air Force One on 9/11

Col. Mark Tilman Pilot and Commander of Air Force One on 9/11 SPEAKER – November 9, 2022 – Chosen as the nation’s 12th Presidential pilot, Colonel (ret) Mark W. Tillman served as pilot and commander of Air Force One from 2001-2009. Col. Tillman was at the controls of Air Force One through numerous national events.…

Bruce Himelstein Globally Recognized Brand Marketing Expert & Chief Marketing Officer of Ritz-Carlton

Bruce Himelstein – Globally Recognized Brand Marketing Expert & Chief Marketing Officer of Ritz-Carlton SPEAKER _ October 7, 2022 – Bruce Himelstein is credited with leading some of the travel/hospitality industry’s most prestigious brands, including Loews Hotels, The Ritz Carlton and Oceana Cruises. As the Chief Marketing Officer for Loews Hotels, Himelstein oversees sales, marketing and…

Trevor Immelman – PGA Tour Golfer, Broadcaster & Captain of the 2022 Presidents Cup International Team

Trevor Immelman – PGA Tour Golfer, Broadcaster & Captain of the 2022 Presidents Cup International Team SPEAKER – September 7, 2022 – (*Special Luncheon Presentation) Trevor Immelman joined Golf Channel in 2016, and currently contributes to the network’s news coverage as an analyst for Golf Central and Golf Central Live From at the sport’s biggest…

JENNIFER GRANHOLM – FORMER TWO-TERM GOVERNOR OF MICHIGAN & CNN SENIOR POLITICAL COMMENTATOR

Governor Jennifer validates the necessity of strong leadership to drive collaboration, partnerships, innovation and long-term economic success within any organization. A leading voice of the Democratic Party, Governor Granholm was elected Michigan’s first female governor in 2002. This trailblazer is one of the nation’s leading authorities on economic growth, clean energy policy and effective governance.…

COMMANDER MARK NUTSCH GREEN BERET COMMANDER PORTRAYED IN THE MOVIE “12 STRONG”

Commander Mark Nutsch – Green Beret Commander Portrayed in the Movie “12 Strong” & New York Times Best-Seller, “Horse Soldiers”. As portrayed by actor Chris Hemsworth in the major motion picture, “12 Strong,” Mark Nutsch (aka Mitch Nelson in the film) shares lessons learned in the now-declassified saga of a U.S. Special Forces team that overcame…

GARY MCCORD – PRO GOLFER & CBS COMMENTATOR

“Life is full of ups and downs, good and bad, but it wouldn’t be fun any other way.” Living his life by this optimistic philosophy, Gary McCord persisted through years of mediocrity before finding great success in many aspects of the world of golf. An outstanding player, announcer, instructor, author, speaker, and even actor, Gary McCord has become…

TARANA BURKE – FOUNDER OF THE ‘ME TOO.’ MOVEMENT

Tarana Burke shares the story behind the genesis of the viral 2017 TIME Person Of The Year-winning ‘me too.’ Movement, and gives strength and healing to those who have experienced sexual trauma or harassment. The simple yet courageous ‘me too.’ hashtag campaign has emerged as a rallying cry for people everywhere who have survived sexual…

CAM MARSTON – MULTI-GENERATIONAL WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS EXPERT

Cam Marston is the leading expert on the impact of generational change and its impact on the marketplace. As an author, columnist, blogger, and lecturer, he imparts a clear understanding of how generational demographics are changing the landscape of business. Marston and his firm, Generational Insights, have provided research and consultation on generational issues to…

ROBBIE BACH INNOVATION EXPERT, FORMER CHIEF XBOX OFFICER FOR MICROSOFT

Robbie Bach joined Microsoft in 1988 and over the next 22 years worked in various marketing, general management and business leadership roles. He played an important role as a marketing leader in the successful development of the Microsoft Office business, and subsequently led the creation and development of the Xbox business where he served as…

TERRELL DAVIS – DENVER BRONCOS LEGEND & NFL HALL OF FAMER

Terrell Lamar Davis a former running back who played for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL) from 1995 to 2001. Davis was drafted by the Broncos in the sixth round (196th pick overall) of the 1995 NFL Draft. He is the Denver Broncos all-time leading rusher, with 7,607 rushing yards. As a…

LT. GENERAL RUSSEL L. HONORÉ (RET.) COMMANDER OF JOINT TASK FORCE KATRINA & GLOBAL PREPAREDNESS AUTHORITY

An American hero who helped a city recover from catastrophe, he shares his bold leadership approach with organizations to help them prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. Lt. General Russel L. Honoré helps organizations develop a culture of preparedness and problem solving with strategies for transforming individuals into take-charge leaders. As the commander of Joint…

MICHAEL DANIEL CYBERSECURITY EXPERT TO PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA & PRESIDENT, CYBER THREAT ALLIANCE

Michael Daniel draws from his post at the highest echelon of government to sound the alarm on the global security threats of the 21st century, revealing the necessary steps for managing your organization’s cyber risk. From the attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment to the intrusion into the Office of Personnel Management and the Russian efforts…