A globally recognized expert in leadership and collaboration, Dr. Gardner is a Distinguished Fellow at Harvard Law School and a former professor at Harvard Business School. Through Gardner & Co., she advises executive teams and boards on cross-silo collaboration to drive measurable performance improvements. Her acclaimed books, including "Smart Collaboration" (2017) and "Smarter Collaboration" (2022), have shaped the way organizations break down barriers and work more effectively.

A leading developmental psychologist, Dr. Kalil is the Daniel Levin Professor at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy, where she directs the Center for Human Potential and Public Policy and co-leads the Behavioral Insights Parenting Lab. Her research bridges behavioral economics, neuroscience, and public policy to design and test innovative, technology-based interventions that strengthen parenting and child development in low-income families. With visiting appointments in Norway and Australia, her global research footprint continues to shape how societies invest in the next generation.

An internationally respected expert on leadership, change, and global business education, Professor Maury Peiperl is Professor of Management at George Mason University’s Costello College of Business, where he previously served as Dean. He has held senior roles at top institutions including Cranfield School of Management, London Business School, and IMD, with visiting appointments at Harvard, MIT, and Oxford. Co-author of Managing Change and co-editor of The Handbook of Career Studies, his work appears in Harvard Business Review and o leading journals. He also advises global firms and nonprofits and serves on several academic and cultural boards.

A philanthropic strategist, author, and global leader in sustainable solutions for individuals and entities, Dr. Hadnott has raised nearly a billion dollars for mission-driven organizations worldwide. As the founder of CH Philanthropy & Fundraising, she pioneers trust-based fundraising models that integrate well-being principles. From economic empowerment to systemic equity, her work transforms both organizations and individuals, ensuring long-term impact.

Dean of the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution at George Mason University and Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies, Dr. Özerdem brings over 25 years of field research experience in post-conflict settings across more than a dozen countries. A prolific scholar, he has authored or edited 16 books on peacebuilding, disarmament, leadership, and recovery. His advisory work with the UN and global NGOs makes him a vital voice in shaping practical strategies for conflict resolution worldwide.