Dr. Chris Sauls is a Raleigh-based technology leader, U.S. Army veteran, and Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member. With more than 30 years in technology, he founded Chris Sauls Coaching to help leaders and technologists strengthen self-leadership, communicate with purpose, and navigate change. A Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, Chris brings practical experience and an encouraging, people-first style to his work. He holds an honorary doctorate in Christian Leadership.
Dr. Chris Sauls is a Raleigh-based technology leader, U.S. Army veteran, and Maxwell Leadership Certified Team member. With more than 30 years in technology, he founded Chris Sauls Coaching to help leaders and technologists strengthen self-leadership, communicate with purpose, and navigate change. A Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, Chris brings practical experience and an encouraging, people-first style to his work. He holds an honorary doctorate in Christian Leadership.
Russell W. Scott - 11/2/26
Russell W. Scott is a natural storyteller and Talent Development Leader with over 30 years of experience across the Federal and private sectors. As the owner of Russell W. Scott | Training Solutions, he is a Keynote Speaker and Public Speaking Coach specializing in leadership, management, and customer service training. Mr. Scott is a published writer, mentor, and dedicated community leader, having served on multiple boards and as an active member of Toastmasters International. He also consults with WCOM 103.5 FM.
Russell W. Scott - 11/16/26
Micheal Shaw - 11/9/26
Micheal Shaw is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and nonprofit growth strategist with more than 25 years of experience in marketing, philanthropy, and community engagement. He is the author of The Invisible Currency of Philanthropy and incoming host of Nonprofit Cheat Codes on WCOM-LP 103.5 FM, exploring nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and storytelling. Founder of Micheal Shaw Inc. and co-founder of Team Jenny Bean Childhood Cancer Foundation, he helps organizations turn stories into meaningful relationships and measurable results. A father of four and cancer survivor, Micheal brings resilience, faith, humor, and authenticity to his work. His guiding belief: Our most valuable currency is the trust, belonging, meaning, and human connection we create.
Russell W. Scott is the creator and host of The Keynote Address. He is a motivational speaker and master communicator committed to uplifting individuals, taking them from where they are to where they want to be through the P.O.W.E.R. of Intention. He has created a show with the purpose of showcasing various keynote speakers and their important messages, to offer them additional exposure to audiences and opportunities.
He is also Co-Chair of the WCOM 103.5 FM Programming Committee, assisting in the guidance, direction, and development of shows airing on the Carrboro, NC community station. Mr. Scott hold close associations with the speaker support organizations Born Toastmasters, NSA Carolinas, and ATD/RTA.
Ronisha Payne - 11/23/26
Jason Armstrong - 11/30/26
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Alex Dumas is a keynote speaker and executive coach who works with HR and learning leaders to build confident teams that speak up, contribute, and stay, so they keep the talent they've invested in. Using the signature W.I.N. Framework® (Worth, Intention, Network) as a system for success, Alex’s clients experience less burnout because they know they matter. Their intentions strengthen because they choose to contribute, and retention increases because they belong to a team worth staying on. Keynote speaker, emcee, and author Alex draws on nearly a decade in special needs care, several years in disaster recovery, and a career spanning sales, marketing, and program management to deliver one unforgettable message: Together Everyone’s An MVP! When Alex isn't speaking, podcasting, or coaching, he's telling the funniest jokes, which his wife and their two children agree are absolute knee-slappers.