Featured Voices

Whether on the plenary stage or in other conference events, meet some of the brilliant and dynamic guests joining us in Baltimore! 

Alex Edelman

One of the most critically hailed comedians of his generation, Alex Edelman is best known for solo shows that blur the line between his stand-up comedy roots and narrative-driven storytelling. His last offering, JUST FOR US, played more than 500 performances all over the world, including on Broadway before premiering as an HBO original comedy special in April of 2024 earning him a place on the Time 100 list, a Tony Award, and an Emmy award. Edelman appeared in Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut for Netflix, UNFROSTED. He is currently developing a movie with A24 that he will write, direct and star in with Marc Platt and Steven Levenson producing.

Sponsored by Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies.

Daniel Vaknin

DJ and Music Event Producer, Performer at Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023

Adam Neuman

Chief of Staff and Special Advisor to the President, Baltimore Ravens

Rachel Garbow Monroe

Rachel Garbow Monroe

President and Chief Executive Officer, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation

Rabbi Dana Saroken

Congregational Rabbi, Beth El Congregation of Baltimore