Thirty Minute Mentors

One of the greatest basketball players of all time, David Robinson is an NBA Hall Famer, former MVP, 10-time All-Star, 2-time NBA champion, and member of the Dream Team. David’s impact off the court has been just as profound - from launching initiatives to improve education for inner-city children to starting a socially-focused private equity firm. David joins Adam to share his best lessons on a wide range of topics.

Dr. Lou Ignarro is a Nobel Prize-winning scientist responsible for groundbreaking research on nitric oxide that paved the way for - among other innovations - Viagra. The son of an uneducated carpenter, Lou joins Adam to share his best lessons from his unique journey. Lou and Adam discuss a wide range of topics, including how to overcome self-doubt; how to inspire innovation; motivation, health and wellness; and winning the Nobel Prize.

Katia Beauchamp is the co-founder and CEO of Birchbox, a company that helped disrupt the beauty category and define the subscription box business. Katia joins Adam to share her journey and best advice. Katia and Adam discuss lessons from building a successful business during tough economic times; managing and overcoming personal and professional challenges; and insights applicable for leaders and entrepreneurs.

Anthony Scaramucci is the founder of the investment firm SkyBridge and the SALT Conference. Anthony also spent eleven days as White House Communications Director. Anthony joins Adam to share his best lessons learned through the highs and lows of his career. Anthony and Adam discuss a wide range of topics, including how to overcome setbacks, how to develop winning relationships, and how to build your brand.

Mauricio Umansky is the founder and CEO of The Agency, one of the most successful real estate brokerages in the country, and has personally represented some of the most noteworthy properties in the world, including The Playboy Mansion, the Walt Disney Estate, and residences owned by Michael Jackson, Michael Jordan and Prince. Mauricio joins Adam to share his personal and professional journey and best on advice on a wide range of topics.

One of the greatest running backs in NFL history, Terrell Davis is a two-time Super Bowl champion and a former NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP. Terrell joins Adam to document how he went from an unheralded high school and college prospect to an NFL superstar and to share the best lessons he has learned through the ups and downs of his career.

The chief U.S. negotiator of the Iran nuclear deal, Ambassador Wendy Sherman has operated at the highest levels of international diplomacy under Presidents Obama and Clinton. Ambassador Sherman joins Adam to share her best lessons from her unique set of experiences and advice on a wide range of topics, from how to approach high-stakes negotiations to how leaders can create a more inclusive culture.

The CEO of one of the hottest brands in the fitness industry, Joey Gonzalez has experienced a unique journey from Barry’s Bootcamp customer to trainer to executive to Chief Executive Officer. Joey joins Adam to discuss his best lessons learned from his unconventional path to the c-suite and from his experience leading Barry’s through times good and bad.

Lt. General Tom Trask spent 33 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as Vice Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command, where he oversaw a $12 billion budget. Earlier in his career, General Trask flew Rescue and Special Ops helicopters around the world and was awarded the Mackay Trophy for extraordinary heroism. General Trask joins Adam to share the best lessons he has learned, including how to lead a highly diverse team, how to build trust, how to excel under pressure, and how to lead your own life.

A three-time Grammy Award winner, Ryan Tedder is the frontman and lead vocalist of the band OneRepublic and a songwriter and producer for many of the biggest names in music. Ryan joins Adam to discuss how to overcome the odds in the most competitive of industries. Ryan and Adam delve into a wide range of topics, including how to optimize your day; how to manage rejection and feedback; how to perform under pressure; and lessons from Ryan’s endeavors outside of music, including his beverage company Mad Tasty.