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Journalist and women’s rights advocate Masih Alinejad welcomed the sentencing of the Iranian-backed hit team sent to kill her on U.S. soil—a moment she calls proof that the country she once was taught to hate has become the place that saved her life. The plot, orchestrated by agents aligned with Tehran, never succeeded, but the court’s decision to hold the perpetrators accountable in New York reinforces the strength of American legal protections and the rule of law. In her new op-ed for The Free Press, Alinejad writes, “Today, a judge will sentence the hitman Iran sent to kill me on American soil. It’s proof that the country where I sought refuge protects the freedoms I love.”

We're excited to share that acclaimed professor, scholar, award-winning author, and APB exclusive speaker Jarvis R. Givens has released his highly anticipated new book, American Grammar: Race, Education, and the Building of a Nation.

On Oct. 10th, APB is honored to celebrate World Mental Health Day. The goal of this annual event is to raise awareness of mental health issues and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health around the globe.

Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month invites us to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and recommit to earlier detection, better care, and compassionate support. It’s also a chance to amplify voices that inform, inspire, and mobilize communities. At APB, we’re proud to work with speakers who transform experience into impact—bringing audiences insights, hope, and the courage to act. Below are three featured keynote speakers whose stories and advocacy illuminate what’s possible when perseverance meets purpose.

As our online and offline lives become increasingly intertwined, individuals and organizations must be equipped with practical tools and strategies to safeguard themselves. The speakers below open our eyes to the vulnerabilities in our interconnected cyber world and empower audiences to take control of their security.

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!

In a recent episode of CBS Sunday Morning, Emmy-winning correspondent and APB exclusive speaker David Pogue dives into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the job search landscape—especially for recent college graduates. 

Acclaimed author, journalist, Miami University scholar and APB exclusive speaker Wil Haygood is prominently featured in the new PBS documentary Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect, which will air nationwide on September 9 at 9 p.m. ET. The film chronicles the life and legacy of Thurgood Marshall, the first Black U.S. Supreme Court justice, whose groundbreaking work in civil rights law transformed the nation. 

For six decades, American Program Bureau (APB) has proudly stood as one of the world’s most trusted speaking agencies. Founded on the belief that ideas can inspire action, APB has brought the voices of world leaders, groundbreaking innovators, cultural icons, and passionate advocates to audiences across the globe. Our history is a testament to the caliber of people we’ve worked with—individuals who don’t just speak, but shape history.

APB exclusive speaker Daniel E. Dawes, J.D., a leading voice in health equity and policy, is set to release a pivotal new textbook, Mental Health Equity, on September 28, 2025, through Springer Publishing Company.