risk Experts

James Konow

Distinguished Professor of Economics and EthicsLoyola Marymount University

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

Dr. Marty Makary

Physician, Researcher, Author, Medical CommentatorJohns Hopkins School of Medicine & Johns Hopkins Center for Global Health

This won't hurt a bit! In fact, your audience will say "Ahh" when a Johns Hopkins School of Medicine physician and author is at the podium

Professor Sue Backhouse

Professor of Sport Psychology and Behavioural NutritionLeeds Beckett University

Her particular expertise is in athlete welfare, drug use in sport, why athletes dope, what makes athletes vulnerable to doping and more.

Matthew Hughey, Ph.D.

Professor of SociologyUniversity of Connecticut

A scholar of racism and racial inequality in identity formation, organizations, media, politics, science, religion, and public advocacy.

Michael R. Dobbs, M.D.

Chair of the Clinical Neurosciences DepartmentFlorida Atlantic University

Michael Dobbs’, M.D., focuses on vascular neurology, particularly the pathophysiology and treatment of amyloidosis.

Bill Mase

Assistant Professor, Health Policy and Management Georgia Southern University

Bill Mase has conducted studies and taught courses in public health, ethics and health policy.

Romy RW

Assistant Professor, Intercultural/Intergroup Communication & Mental HealthLoyola Marymount University

Assistant Professor of Communication Studies

Asli Aslan

Assistant ProfessorGeorgia Southern University

Dr. Asli Aslan specializes in Environmental Health Sciences

Cora Palma

Assistant Clinical ProfessorLoyola Marymount University

J. Marshall Shepherd

Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor and Director, Atmospheric Sciences Program | Associate DeanUGA Franklin College of Arts and Sciences

A leading International expert on weather and climate frequently called upon by the White House, Congress, and national media.