Our Speakers

Mauro Porcini is the Chief Design Officer at PepsiCo and a leading expert on design, innovation, and leadership. His work is a powerful counterpoint to a world of corporate shortsightedness, offering a clear guide to a more productive and fulfilling workplace. His career is a powerful testament to the power of a bold vision and a commitment to a more human-centered and purpose-driven approach to business. A compelling keynote speaker, Porcini provides a clear and practical guide to mastering design, innovation, and leadership. He speaks on organizational culture, brand strategy, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

Jacob Morgan is a leading futurist and one of the world’s foremost experts on leadership and the future of work. He is the bestselling author of five books, including Leading With Vulnerability. His work, which focuses on employee experience and future-ready organizations, has been cited in the Harvard Business Review and The Wall Street Journal. As a speaker, he inspires tens of thousands yearly, providing actionable strategies for leaders to harness their teams' potential and drive organizational transformation.

Viswanathan Anand is one of the greatest chess players in history, a five-time World Chess Champion, and India's first Grandmaster. He is widely considered the strongest rapid player of his generation. As an inspirational speaker, he keenly promotes the game, translating his expertise in strategy and decision-making into vivid, fascinating insights for corporate and general audiences. He is a Board Member of Olympic Gold Quest and actively supports NGOs for spastic and autistic children.

Dr. Kip S. Thorne is a Nobel Laureate in Physics (2017), Feynman Professor Emeritus at Caltech, and the co-founder of the LIGO observatory, which detected gravitational waves for the first time in 2015. He is an acclaimed author whose work, including Black Holes and Time Warps, has brought the leading edge of astrophysics to a mass audience. His keynotes illuminate the astonishing science behind the film Interstellar, providing an authoritative perspective on gravitational physics, wormholes, and the future of space exploration.

Carly Fiorina is the former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard (HP), where she led the controversial but ultimately strategic merger with Compaq. She is a highly sought-after business speaker and executive advisor. As one of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women (Forbes), she brings firsthand experience in corporate turnaround, strategic mergers, and high-stakes politics. She is currently Chairman of the American Conservative Union Foundation and Opportunity International, which focuses on micro-finance to alleviate poverty.

Dr. Vijay Govindarajan is one of the world’s leading experts on strategy and innovation and a Professor at Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business. He served as the first Chief Innovation Consultant at GE. He is the pioneer of Reverse Innovation and a New York Times bestselling author. His keynotes, delivered to over 25% of the Fortune 500, provide thought-provoking insights on strategic transformation and how organizations can thrive in a multispeed, global world.

Dr. Kiran Bedi is India's first woman IPS officer, the former Lt. Governor of Puducherry, and a recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asia's Nobel Peace Prize). She holds a Doctorate in Social Sciences from IIT Delhi and is an Asian Tennis Champion. Her keynotes inspire audiences to raise their voice against injustice and focus on prison reform, education, and vocational skills through her NGO foundations.

Ruchir Sharma is a world-leading investment strategist and the Chairman of Rockefeller International. He is the founder of Breakout Capital, an investment firm focused on emerging markets. The author of New York Times bestsellers The Rise and Fall of Nations and What Went Wrong with Capitalism, his expertise is critical for navigating global economic and political risk. His keynotes offer data-driven insights into emerging markets, globalism’s failure, and the future of democratic capitalism.

Joan Laporta is the President of FC Barcelona, widely regarded as the club's most transformative president. An esteemed lawyer, he led the club to win two UEFA Champions League titles and four Spanish leagues during his first tenure. His "Virtuous Circle" model is a blueprint for organizational success, which saw the club's annual budget nearly triple. His keynotes provide invaluable lessons on leadership, motivation, and how to translate a clear vision and values-based decisions into global commercial and competitive triumph.

Ernesto Zedillo is the former President of Mexico and a distinguished economist known for his successful, large-scale economic and political reforms. He is a leading global expert on emerging markets and sustainable development. His talks offer a unique blend of high-level policy analysis and practical insights on global leadership and economic policy. As a speaker, he provides rich context on Globalization and Emerging Markets and the strategic thinking required to foster cooperation and drive sustainable growth in the Americas and beyond.

Thomas Sargent is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2011) and a distinguished Professor at New York University. He is one of the foundational figures in modern macroeconomics, known for his work on rational expectations and empirical analysis of cause and effect. His books, including Recursive Macroeconomic Theory and Rational Expectations and Econometric Practice, are standard reference texts in the field. As a speaker, he provides authoritative insights on the long-term effects of economic policy and the role of expectations in shaping global markets, making his perspective vital for leaders in finance, government, and academia.

Dr. Hiroshi Ishiguro is a leading roboticist and Director of the Intelligent Robotics Laboratory at Osaka University. He is best known for pioneering the creation of lifelike androids, including his own robotic doppelgänger. His work is at the forefront of android science and sparks philosophical debates on the nature of human identity in an increasingly AI-driven world. As a speaker, he delves into the mechanics and philosophy of robotic design, sharing his expertise at international conferences.

Dr. Andrew McAfee is an MIT Principal Research Scientist and the Co-founder of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy. He is the author of The Geek Way and the bestseller The Second Machine Age. Named to both the Thinkers50 list and the Politico 50 group, he provides deeply researched insights into the "Geek Way"—the radical mindset that enables organizations to outpace competitors. His keynotes are invaluable for decision-makers seeking to understand how to capitalize on Generative AI and drive organizational agility.

Sandy Carter is a former Fortune 25 executive and a top-rated global speaker on AI, IoT, and digital transformation. She is a bestselling author and was named one of CNN’s Top 10 Most Powerful Women in Tech. With an MBA from Harvard Business School and a degree in Computer Science from Duke, she provides strategic insight into how companies can leverage technology for growth. Her keynotes focus on innovation, digital strategy, and Women in Business, offering practical tools to transform company culture for the AI and IoT era.

Steve Blank is a serial entrepreneur, acclaimed author of The Four Steps to the Epiphany, and the creator of the Customer Development model that serves as the foundation of the Lean Startup movement. His work has been recognized by the National Science Foundation (NSF), for which he created the I-Corps curriculum, and by the Harvard Business Review as one of the "Masters of Innovation." His presentations equip government, corporate, and academic audiences with the tools to innovate effectively and systematically in rapidly changing environments.

Toni Nadal is the legendary high-performance coach and mentor who guided Rafael Nadal to 16 Grand Slam titles. His coaching philosophy centers on self-discipline, mental resilience, and humility as the ultimate keys to success in both sports and life. As the Sports Director at the Rafa Nadal Academy, he continues his mission to instill these values in young athletes. His keynotes on Leadership and Teamwork and The Winning Mindset provide audiences with a straight-shooting, relatable style and a practical blueprint for overcoming obstacles and maximizing their true potential in any professional field.

Omar Johnson is a marketing executive and brand strategist who has held key roles at iconic brands like Beats by Dre and Nike. He is a leading authority on cultural marketing and brand building, and he played a pivotal role in Beats' rise from a startup to a global cultural phenomenon. A compelling keynote speaker, Johnson shares his unique insights on what it takes to build a culturally relevant brand. He speaks on brand strategy, marketing innovation, and the importance of connecting with consumers on an emotional level. His talks are essential for leaders and marketers who want to learn how to create a lasting brand with a clear sense of purpose.

Adrian Grenier is a famous actor best known for his role in Entourage and his work as a director and filmmaker. He is a prominent advocate for environmental consciousness and sustainable living. He is a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Environment Program and co-founded SHFT.COM, an online community for environmentally responsible consumption. His keynotes inspire audiences to achieve social good by demonstrating how to apply a passion for the environment to both personal and professional life.