Meet the Prosperity Collegium 2026 Featured Speakers

Dr. Elko

Nerves of Steel

Dr. Kevin Elko is a performance consultant, author, and speaker with a background in sports psychology and leadership. Early in his career, Dr. Elko interned with the United States Olympic Committee in Colorado Springs, which helped launch his work in high-performance environments. He became widely known for his work with professional sports teams, consulting with multiple NFL organizations including the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins, and New Orleans Saints as well as with seven BCS National Championship Football Teams.

Beyond sports, Dr. Elko has applied his performance strategies in the corporate world. He works with executives and organizations on leadership development, culture, accountability, and goal-setting. His client list includes major companies such as New York Life Investments, ING, Tyson Foods, Abbott Laboratories, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch.

Kevin Gordon 

Setting the Stage for What’s Next in the Global Economy 

Kevin oversees macroeconomic research and works closely with the company's asset class strategists, researchers, and trading team to generate insights on the economy and markets for clients. In addition to providing analysis on global macro developments, he helps develop deep-dive projects as well as content for Schwab's public website, internal business partners, and social media outlets. Kevin is a frequent guest on CNBC, Bloomberg TV, and Yahoo Finance, and is often quoted in Bloomberg, the Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and MarketWatch. In 2019, Kevin joined Schwab as the research associate to the company's Chief Investment Strategist, Liz Ann Sonders. Prior to that, he gained experience in asset allocation research at an investment advisory firm, and worked for a U.S. senator in Washington, D.C. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Pepperdine University and an MBA in Finance and Economics from New York University's Stern School of Business.

Tommy Schaff

 Stop Auditioning for Clients: Control Access, Filter Prospects, and Seize Client Relationships Like a Top Producer

Tommy Schaff defines the standard for advisors and executives who are no longer available to everyone, because leadership at its core is deciding who and what you are responsible for. He is best known for helping top producers eliminate low-value opportunities, command access to affluent clients, and build businesses
defined by selectivity—not volume.

Sachin Patel

Living Light: How to simplify your wellness approach and multiply your results by regulating your nervous system
and decoding your DNA

Sachin Patel is a father, husband, philanthropist, precision wellness practitioner, speaker, author, breathwork facilitator, and plant medicine advocate. Sachin is convinced that “the doctor of the future is the patient” and he has committed himself to helping others raise their consciousness, activate their inner doctor, and initiate their deepest healing through the use of lifestyle, and breathwork. Sachin founded The Living Proof Institute through which he pioneered a revolutionary approach to patient-centered healthcare. Sachin coaches hundreds of practitioners around the world so that they are empowered to deliver affordable and inspired care to their communities through his Perfect Practice Mentorship Program. He is an advocate of transforming the healthcare paradigm and he has devoted his life to the betterment of health care for both patients and practitioners. 

Elizabeth Sherman

Half-Ass Your Health and Win: A Realistic System for High Achievers

Elizabeth is a Master Certified Life and Health Coach and sought-after speaker specializing in women’s wellness in midlife. With over 20 years of experience and certifications from The Life Coach School, Precision Nutrition, and the American Council on Exercise, her holistic approach addresses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Her own health journey, sparked by a desire to reduce her breast cancer risk, drives her commitment to helping women navigate midlife transitions with confidence and purpose. Elizabeth is frequently featured on podcasts, webinars, and stages, recognized as a leading voice in women’s health and wellness.

Rick Smith Jr. 

Emcee

For over three decades Rick Smith Jr. has captivated audiences around the globe with his extraordinary talents. From his signature card throwing to mesmerizing closeup magic and mind-bending mentalism, Rick’s performances leave spectators in awe. His grand illusions feature jaw-dropping appearances, audience interactions, and the daring act of escape—a tribute to the legendary Harry Houdini and his iconic metamorphosis trick. Rick Smith Jr. has hit the national circuit with guest appearances on ABC’s Shark Tank, America’s Got Talent, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Most recently, he even FOOLED legendary performers Penn and Teller on their hit TV show,
Penn & Teller: Fool Us.