Laura Schwartz
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.
