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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.

Trailblazing race car driver and inspirational speaker Torsten Gross has officially released his highly anticipated docuseries, Just Hands: For the Love of Racing, now streaming on Amazon Prime. The launch marks a major milestone in Gross’s ongoing mission to redefine what’s possible—both on the track and in life.

Acclaimed journalist, bestselling author, and APB exclusive speaker Wil Haygood is preparing to release a major new work of narrative nonfiction titled The War Within A War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home, scheduled for publication on February 10, 2026. Known for his vivid biographies and cultural histories—including The Butler and Colorization—Haygood now turns his lens to the untold stories of Black soldiers, medics, pilots, nurses, and advocates who served during one of America’s most polarizing conflicts.