Keynotes

Keynotes

Each Tri-State CAMP Conference kicks off with a thought-provoking opening keynote speaker and concludes with an inspiring closing keynote speaker.  These preeminent keynotes are intentionally selected by our Tri-State committee to help camp professionals reframe their thinking, offer a new perspective and invigorate attendees before heading off to camp.

March 10-12, 2026

Atlantic City Convention Center,

Atlantic City, New Jersey
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Jefferson Fisher

Jefferson Fisher

Communication Expert, New York Times Bestselling Author, Trial Lawyer & Podcast Host

Keynotes

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Catherine Price

Bestselling Author, Scientific Journalist & Expert on the Effect of Technology on Today's Youth

Opening Keynote: Tuesday, March 10

Jefferson Fisher

The Next Conversation: Mastering the Art of Impactful Communication

Renowned communication expert, Jefferson Fisher shares practical strategies to help you turn every conversation into a meaningful, impactful exchange. Learn how to assert yourself, handle difficult personalities, and navigate conflicts with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, boost your professional presence, or simply communicate more effectively, Jefferson will show you how to make your next conversation the one that leaves a lasting, positive impact.

Opening Keynote: Tuesday, March 10
Closing Keynote: Thursday, March 12

Catherine Price

The Amazing Generation

In this dynamic and hope-filled talk, bestselling author and digital wellness expert Catherine Price offers a fresh and empowering perspective on how we can support today’s youth in building lives filled with purpose, play, and authentic connection. Drawing from her upcoming book The Amazing Generation, co-authored with Jonathan Haidt and designed as a companion guide for kids and tweens inspired by the ideas in The Anxious Generation, Price shares a bold new vision for helping kids navigate the digital world with confidence and independence.

This talk is a must for youth development professionals who want to rethink the role of technology in childhood, inspire the next generation to make healthier choices, and create environments that prioritize real-world connection (ahem, Summer Camp!), creativity, and joy. With humor, heart, and science-backed insights, Catherine shows how we can all help kids choose freedom over fear and fun over FOMO.

Closing Keynote: Thursday, March 12

Past Keynotes

David Brooks
David Brooks
2025
Dominique Dawes
Dominique Dawes
2025
Danny Meyer
Danny Meyer
2024
Katie Sowers
Katie Sowers
2024
Charles Duhigg
Charles Duhigg
2023
Kwame Alexander
Kwame Alexander
2023
Perry Williams
Perry Williams
2022
Nicole Newnham
Nicole Newnham
2022
Priya Parker
Priya Parker
2020
Carli Lloyd
Carli Lloyd
2020
Sir Ken Robinson
Sir Ken Robinson
2019
Karamo Brown
Karamo Brown
2019
Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Dr. Shefali Tsabary
2018
Billie Jean King
Billie Jean King
2018
Susan Cain
Susan Cain
2017
Brandon Stanton, Creator Of Humans Of N Y
Brandon Stanton, Creator of Humans of NY
2017
John Jacobs, Life Is Good
John Jacobs, Life is Good
2016
Dr. Angela Duckworth
Dr. Angela Duckworth
2016
Marc Kielburger, Me To We
Marc Kielburger, Me to We
2015
Former Secretary Of State Hillary Rodham Clinton
Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton
2015
Po Bronson, The Un- Wild Of Childhood
Po Bronson, The Un-Wild of Childhood
2014
Dr. Tim Elmore, Solving The Joshua Problem
Dr. Tim Elmore, Solving the Joshua Problem
2014
Jonathan Kozol
Jonathan Kozol
2013
Molly Barker
Molly Barker
2013
Kevin Jennings
Kevin Jennings
2012
Rosalind Wiseman
Rosalind Wiseman
2012
Seth Godin
Seth Godin
2011
Jean Kilbourne
Jean Kilbourne
2011

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