ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition 2026

Oz Pearlman is the most televised, most followed on social media, and most sought-after mentalist in the world. What began as a childhood fascination with magic evolved into a lifelong passion—and ultimately a global career that has redefined modern mentalism. After several successful years on Wall Street, Oz made the bold decision to pursue entertainment full-time. A breakout star on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Oz captivated the nation week after week with original, never-before-seen mentalism routines. He later joined an elite group that includes David Blaine and David Copperfield by headlining his own network television special. His appearances on Sunday Night Football and Monday Night Football have been viewed over one billion times, leading the NFL to invite him to become the first variety performer of his kind to appear on television immediately prior to the Super Bowl. He has since made appearances across national and international networks, including 60 Minutes, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The TODAY Show, HBO, ABC World News, NBC News, ESPN, CNBC, and many more. He is a New York Times bestselling author of Read Your Mind: Proven Habits for Success from the World’s Greatest Mentalist and an elite endurance athlete. In April 2022, Oz was featured on the cover of The New York Times after breaking the world record for the most miles ever run around Central Park in a single day—116 miles—while raising over $100,000 for Save the Children’s Ukraine Relief Fund. Later that year, he shattered the record for the fastest crossing of Long Island on foot, running from Montauk to Manhattan in just 21 hours on the hottest day of the summer.

Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School & Author

Van Jones is an author, CNN political commentator, and host of The Messy Truth with Van Jones on CNN. Jones worked as the green jobs advisor to President Barack Obama, and has founded and led four not-for-profit organizations engaged in social and environmental justice.

Called a “master storyteller”, Anthony McLean helps leaders and organizations build mentally healthy workplaces, with past clients including such leading brands as PepsiCo, AT&T, Intel, TD Bank, Coca Cola, and more. He empowers audiences with practical tools to thrive both personally and professionally. He has a particular knack for turning workplace challenges — especially generational divides — into opportunities for connection, using humor and research-backed strategies to help teams collaborate effectively across all ages and perspectives. A respected voice in his field, McLean has delivered hundreds of inspiring talks across the world, rocking the stage at conferences, colleges, and corporate events. His clients have ranged from non-profits and school districts to Fortune 500s, all benefitting from his research-backed tools and actionable strategies. His first book, All Fired Up: Optimize Mental Health to Ignite Joy and Fuel Peak Performance, explores how personal well-being is the foundation for energy and excellence. McLean also works in the film and television industry. As a screenwriter, he is currently in development on two feature films.

A three-time bestselling author, researcher, and CEO of Avenue M Group, Sheri has surveyed nearly one million people and worked with over 300 organizations to uncover how leaders can amplify every voice, foster risk-taking, and build greater resilience. Drawing from a unique blend of business acumen and real-world insight—as well as the eye of an award-winning wildlife photographer—Sheri challenges conventional thinking and inspires bold action through her global keynotes, workshops, and consulting. In addition to leading Avenue M Group, Sheri has helped shape industry standards through her service on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and the ASAE Foundation. Her data-driven yet practical approach helps organizations move beyond incremental change to spark meaningful growth.