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At WTT, you can count on Experts over Influencers™.
Our presenters are real-world practitioners who lead with purpose, not just popularity. Expect education you can trust, inspiration you need, and resources so you can take action.
Featured Presenter: Paul J. Zak, PhD.
Dr. Paul J. Zak is Distinguished University Professor at Claremont Graduate University and is in the top 0.3% of most cited scientists. Paul’s two decades of research extending the boundaries of behavioral neuroscience have taken him from the Pentagon to Fortune 50 boardrooms to the rainforest of Papua New Guinea. In 2017 he founded Immersion Neuroscience, a software platform that allows anyone to measure what the brain loves in real-time that is used to improve outcomes in entertainment, education, advertising, and emotional health. He is a regular TED speaker and appears in the media regularly.
Featured Presenter: Imran Haider, MA
Imran Haider is a Scholarly Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication and the Director of Online Programs at Washington State University’s Edward R. Murrow College. A seasoned educator with over 15 years in higher education and previous experience leading operations at a small business. Imran brings a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world savvy.
Passionate about helping students and professionals harness communication as a tool for influence and wellbeing, Imran is known for his conversational teaching style that builds emotional intelligence, active listening, and persuasive storytelling. He teaches courses including Stereotypes in the Media, Workplace Culture and Communication, and Public Speaking. Through his work, Imran inspires, connects, and creates meaningful opportunities that support both professional growth and personal wellbeing.