Laura Schwartz

Laura Schwartz began her remarkable career as the youngest female presidential appointee in history, serving as White House Director of Events for President Bill Clinton. Today, she is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, global event emcee, interviewer, and television commentator—named one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the Global Event Industry” for seven consecutive years (2019–2025).

THE WHITE HOUSE YEARS
Laura served in the Clinton Administration working directly with the President, First Lady and world leaders. Traveling globally with the President produced more than 1,000 events, including State dinners, the UN Millennium Summit and America’s Millennium Celebration. Arriving at the White House at just 19 years old with no political connections, Laura rose from Staff Assistant to Midwest Press Secretary, Director of Television, and ultimately White House Director of Events.

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, EMCEE & INTERVIEWER
For more than 25 years Laura has energized audiences worldwide through keynote presentations, executive interviews, and hosting major conferences and events. She is known for her energy, professionalism, and ability to connect audiences to ideas that matter. Laura has served as emcee and moderator for organizations including HP, Microsoft, Hyundai, Boeing, Uber, AT&T, Infosys, Gilead, Regeneron, EY, BlackRock and more.

TELEVISION & MEDIA COMMENTATOR
Since 2001 Laura has provided insight on leadership, foreign affairs, and American politics. She serves as the American Contributor to Australia’s #1 morning program, Today, and as part of ITV London was awarded the Drum Award for “Podcast of the Year” in 2021.

AUTHOR: EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED
In her book Eat, Drink & Succeed, Laura shares lessons from the White House and her global experiences to show how conversation and connection create opportunity, partnership, and success in business and life.