theatre Experts

Philippa White

Founder and CEOTIE Leadership

I’m passionate about helping businesses become more human.

Philip Gable

Professor, Psychological and Brain SciencesUniversity of Delaware

Prof. Gable has expertise in emotion and motivational science; our sense of time, and neuroscience

Sue Metzger

Professor of the Practice, Information Systems; Faculty Director, VU Women in Tech | Villanova School of BusinessVillanova University

Sue Metzger, MS, is an expert in advancing women in technology, mobile app development and entrepreneurship, and enterprise computing.

Vincent Olivieri

Professor of Sound DesignUC Irvine

Vincent Olivieri has designed sound and composed music for theatrical productions around the world.

Dr Jonathan A. G. Cox

Lecturer in MicrobiologyAston University

Dr Cox's research interests surround the discovery of new antibiotics & identifying the mechanisms by which those antibiotics kill bacteria.

Steve LaWarre

Senior Vice PresidentFrederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Steve LaWarre's leadership and passion for botanical excellence help shape Meijer Gardens' stunning landscapes and operational success.

Cathy Whitlock

PrincipalCathy Whitlock

Savvy speaker and panel moderator on the subjects of film, design and style

Leon Wiebers

Professor of Costume DesignLoyola Marymount University

Professor of Costume Design

Lauren Smart

Clinical Assistant Professor of JournalismLoyola Marymount University

Jeffrey O.G. Ogbar, Ph.D.

Board of Trustees Distinguished ProfessorUniversity of Connecticut

Jeffrey O.G. Ogbar’s research interests include the 20th century United States, with a focus in African American history.