Storytelling. Unleashed.
Changemaker Speaker Series is a touring program of celebrated explorers, award-winning journalists, photographers, filmmakers, astronauts, innovators, and artists who are actively engaged in creating a better tomorrow. One by one, these acclaimed thought leaders are striving to solve big problems, inspire environmental stewardship, document the world around us, and bridge the distances between us. In short, they are changing the world, one story at a time.
Pete McBride – Photographer
Kevin Fedarko – Adventure Writer
More people have stood on the surface of the moon than have completed this 750-mile journey.
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
Appleton, WI
Cristina Mittermeier – Photographer
Cristina “Mitty” Mittermeier has dedicated her life to safeguarding the world’s ocean and inspiring millions to do the same.
Des Moines Performing Arts
Des Moines, IA
Mireya Mayor – Primatologist
Life as a mom of six and work as a world-renowned primatologist is no monkey business.
Bank of America Performing Arts Center
Thousand Oaks, CA
Cristina Mittermeier – Photographer
Cristina “Mitty” Mittermeier has dedicated her life to safeguarding the world’s ocean and inspiring millions to do the same.
Dayton Live
Dayton, OH
Sylvia Earle -Oceanographer
Dr. Sylvia Earle’s mission to protect our ocean is gaining traction, one “Hope Spot” at a time.
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Kansas City, MO
Terry Virts -Astronaut
After 200 consecutive days in space, Commander Terry Virts has some down-to-earth tips about life on our planet.
Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
La Jolla, CA