Laura Schwartz
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Laura Schwartz

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Laura Schwartz’s career is distinguished by her dynamic leadership and global influence. She began her journey as the youngest female presidential appointee in U.S. history, serving as the White House Director of Events for President Bill Clinton. Drawing from her White House experience, she authored Eat, Drink & Succeed, that has empowered individuals and organizations around the world to build stronger relationships and achieve success through strategic networking. PROFESSIONAL EMCEE & KEYNOTE SPEAKER As a professional emcee and keynote speaker, Laura has been delivering empowering presentations on stages and screens worldwide since 2001. Her energetic and engaging style consistently captivates audiences—from intimate gatherings of 30 to global audiences of 30,000. Recognized for her excellence, Laura was named one of the "100 Most Influential People in the Global Event Industry" for six consecutive years (2019–2024). She has been entrusted by leading corporations including Hewlett Packard, Microsoft, Hyundai, Uber, Verizon, Mercedes-Benz, AT&T, HSBC, BlackRock, Macy’s, Hilton, Hyatt, NBC Universal, PepsiCo, Berkshire Hathaway, and more to bring her expertise to their stages. TELEVISION COMMENTATOR Laura is a trusted voice in global media, appearing regularly as the American Contributor on Australia’s number one morning show, Today, and as a cast member of ITV London’s “Talking Politics USA.” Throughout her career, she has covered six U.S. presidential elections, two royal weddings, and major global events. She previously served as a contributor to Fox News Channel, CNN, and CBS. In 2021, she and her ITV News colleagues were awarded the International Drum Award for Podcast of the Year. Laura frequently provides commentary on the American presidency, domestic and foreign policy, women in business, and philanthropy. CIVIC LIFE Based in Chicago with her wife, Laura is deeply committed to civic and philanthropic initiatives. She is an active member of the Economic Club of Chicago and the American Heart Association. Internationally, she serves on the Keystone Board of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and on the board of the WASH Foundation, an initiative of Clean the World Global and a member of the United Nations WASH Cluster.
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