Laura Schwartz

Laura Schwartz’s story is impressive! She started as the youngest female presidential appointee in history, serving as White House Director of Events for President Bill Clinton. She went on to author the internationally acclaimed "Eat, Drink & Succeed," and today, she’s a sought-after speaker, emcee and television commentator —named one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the Global Event Industry” for 7 consecutive years 2019-2025.

THE WHITE HOUSE YEARS Schwartz served as White House Director of Events for the Clinton Administration, working directly with the President, First Lady, world leaders, and international business executives. She traveled the globe with the President, produced more than 1,000 events, including State arrival ceremonies and dinners, America’s Millennium Celebration, the UN Millennium Summit, and NATO’s 50th Anniversary demonstrating how powerful events can inspire a nation and the world. Arriving at the White House at just 19 years old, with no political connections, she rose through the ranks from Staff Assistant to Midwest Press Secretary, Director of Television, and ultimately, Director of Events.

LAURA’S BOOK: EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED In "Eat, Drink & Succeed," Schwartz reveals the secrets to building powerful, effective partnerships where we least expect them—whether in our companies, communities, chance encounters, or beyond. Drawing on personal stories from her White House years and global experiences, she shows how to harness the positive networking power of any conversation to spark opportunity and success.

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER, EMCEE AND INTERVIEWER For 25 years, Schwartz has brought her empowering presentations to stages and screens worldwide, earning recognition for her dynamic keynotes and her role as mistress of ceremonies for multi-day conferences and events. Whether engaging 10 executives, energizing 10,000 attendees, or connecting virtually across continents, Schwartz captivates audiences with her expertise, enthusiasm, and positive energy. She has been entrusted as emcee by some of the world’s most prominent organizations, including HP, Microsoft, Hyundai, Boeing, Uber, AT&T, Infosys, Gilead, Regeneron, Raytheon, EY, Cartier, Elavon, Synchrony, BlackRock, Guardian Life, Hyatt, Hilton, the Oprah Winfrey Network, Macy’s, Realtor.com, Coldwell Banker, Berkshire Hathaway, Nielsen IQ, and more.

TELEVISION AND MEDIA COMMENTATOR Schwartz has been a prominent face on television worldwide since 2001, serving as an authoritative voice on current events, the American presidency, domestic and foreign affairs and the global economy. She is the American Contributor to Australia’s #1 morning program, the "Today" show, and, alongside her cast at ITV, earned the prestigious Drum Award for “Podcast of the Year” in 2021.