Scott Greenberg – Friday, Opening Speaker, All Camps

Scott Greenberg was a New York University film student when he was diagnosed with cancer. He spent the next year battling for his life. Inspired by his grandmother, a “Schindler’s List” holocaust survivor, he conquered the disease and went on to complete the Los Angeles Marathon.

This upbeat presentation focuses on how strong and powerful we all are. Everyone gets their “cancers” – problems we don’t expect or deserve. But that’s not what matters. What matters is how we react. Scott will give our participants tools for managing adversity. They’ll learn how to use humor and mental discipline to access their full strength and keep problems in perspective. Participants will leave with renewed optimism and excitement for their lives.

Mike Smith – Sunday, Closing Speaker
CSU Sacramento Camp

So, there’s this kid. He lives in the small town in Nebraska. He’s got a 2.4 GPA and is a bit of a troublemaker. To top it off, his name is Mike Smith.

Sounds like a pretty ordinary kid, right? That’s exactly what Mike was, until he decided to make his life extraordinary and teach others to do the same. After a drunk-driving accident took some of his best friends away from him, he made the commitment to live life intentionally and to convert his reckless poor choices into recklessly pursuing his dreams.  His message is that everyone has the capability to be a leader. It takes courage and passion, and sometimes it gets a little messy, but we can all do it. He’s passionate. He’s real. He loves people. But most of all, he motivates others to live better lives.

Harriet Turk – Sunday, Closing Speaker
Loyola Marymount Camp

“The ability to ‘DREAM it’ does NOT automatically mean you will achieve it. You have to be willing to do the work!”

Harriet’s keynote combines humor with a thought-provoking message that shows everyone that we CAN achieve dreams. However, this is not just your usual “you can do it!” speech. By reinforcing the concept that we all possess personal power, participants learn that they are in charge of their choices, but they don’t always get to choose the consequences. Learning how to cope with failure are integral components of this program. Believing in themselves, developing character and living a balanced life are important concepts. This “take charge” program gives inspiration and energy to everyone attending.

Calvin Terrell, Saturday morning, All Camps

Calvin Terrell is an internationally recognized authority on leadership and personal development. For over a decade, his impact on his listeners has been profound and his life has inspired millions through his “Chicken Soup for the Soul” story in the (now famous) series. Calvin has mastered the art of effective diversity training helping hundreds of schools and organizations to measurably decrease violence, hate speech, and prejudice of all kinds. Poetic and candid, Calvin opens his spirit and that of his listeners as he disarms the powers of intolerance and injustice. His efforts for students are unparalleled and Calvin’s activism has garnered him multiple awards from educational, religious, and civic organizations.

Paul Parsons, Friday night, All Camps

Paul Parsons is a professional speaker, entertainer and hypnotist. His performance, which opens NTLP on Friday evening, is designed to both relax and invigorate the audience and help set the pace for a motivating and enjoyable weekend. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin and an accomplished musician, Paul played with the Milwaukee Catholic Symphony at the age of 13. With his genuine enthusiasm and sincerity, combined with lots of audience participation, Paul guarantees a performance that is motivating, hysterically funny and amazing.