Our Speakers

Ravi Venkatesan is a key thought leader in technology and business management. Having served as Chairman of Microsoft India, he plays a significant role in advocating for ethical digital transformation. Ravi's work focuses on utilizing technology as a tool for fostering sustainable, inclusive development across global communities.

Dr. Yves Pigneur is the co-creator of the Business Model Canvas and a recognized Top Management Thinker by Thinkers50. He is an expert in business model innovation and strategy. The co-author of the global bestseller Business Model Generation, he helps businesses thrive by providing powerful strategic tools to reinvent old models. His keynotes focus on information systems, design, and innovation, empowering organizations to gain a competitive edge by creating strong value propositions.

Nina Schick is a leading global expert on AI and geopolitics, and a highly sought-after speaker at forums like Davos and CES. She was one of the first to predict the societal impact of Deepfakes. Her expertise, which includes advising NATO and President Biden, is focused on how AI is reshaping global dominance—in military strategy, economic infrastructure, and state power. She provides organizations with a strategic roadmap for what it means to lead in the Age of AI.

Dr. Max Tegmark is a Professor of Physics at MIT and a leading cosmologist and AI researcher. He is the President of the Future of Life Institute and a Fellow of the American Physical Society. His books, including the bestsellers Our Mathematical Universe and Life 3.0, explore the nature of reality and the profound societal implications of AI. His keynotes provide highly sought-after insights on physics, artificial intelligence, and the future of humanity, emphasizing the need for responsible development and public understanding of science.

Sudha Murty is the Founder-Chairperson of the Infosys Foundation, a best-selling author, and a former technologist. She is a recipient of both the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri for her contributions to social work and education. Her career began as the first female engineer at TELCO, a role she secured by challenging gender bias. Her philanthropy includes founding several orphanages, supporting IT for government schools, and establishing the Murty Classical Library of India at Harvard University.

Jim McKelvey is the Co-founder of Square and a serial entrepreneur. He is the author of The Innovation Stack and a recognized expert in digital payment disruption and scalable business models. He is the co-founder of LaunchCode, a non-profit that creates pathways for aspiring professionals to find work in the tech sector. His keynotes share insights from his successful career, providing a practical blueprint for how companies can build stable organizational structures on the principles of entrepreneurship and relentless innovation.

Dr. Jürgen Schmidhuber is a pioneering expert in AI and deep learning, serving as the Scientific Director of the Swiss AI Lab, IDSIA. His groundbreaking work has significantly advanced neural network technology. The recipient of the Neural Networks Pioneer Award and the Godel Prize, he is the author of influential books on AI and deep learning. As a highly sought-after speaker, he shares authoritative insights on neural networks, their impact on society, and the accelerating progress toward advanced artificial intelligence.

Daniel Susskind is an economist, Fellow in Economics at Oxford University, and a leading expert on AI and the future of work. He is the co-author of The Future of the Professions. His books, including the acclaimed A World Without Work, have been widely recognized, with his most recent work, Growth – A Reckoning, shortlisted for the Financial Times & Schroders Business Book of the Year 2024. His talks provide crucial analysis on automation, the future of the professions, and how to distribute wealth in a world with less work.

Sony Kapoor is an influential economist, finance professional, and sustainability expert with a two-decade track record in policy and business. He is the Director of the international think tank RE-DEFINE. His leadership in tackling the eurocrisis and promoting financial reform has been widely recognized. As a highly sought-after speaker, he leverages his unique background—including his role as a Special Adviser to the UN on Green Finance—to provide strategic, multi-disciplinary insights into sustainable finance, economic policy, and global development.

Arundhati Bhattacharya is the first woman Chairman of SBI and the current CEO of Salesforce, India. She is the recipient of the Padma Shri and has been ranked by Fortune among the World's Greatest Leaders. An expert in banking and technology, she spearheaded the launch of Mobile Banking at SBI and introduced sabbatical leave for women employees. Her keynotes provide strategic, high-level insights on corporate leadership, digital transformation, and empowering the challenged and differently abled for societal integration.

Cynthia "Cynt" Marshall is the CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and a global expert in culture transformation and diversity. She is a highly-respected former Senior VP and Chief Diversity Officer at AT&T, where her world-class D&I initiatives were globally recognized. Her highly inspiring talks, such as Leading with Heart, provide a strategy for values-based leadership and navigating life's most difficult challenges. She encourages audiences to recognize their unique equipment for success, sharing her firsthand experience in driving positive change in high-stakes corporate and athletic environments.

Steven Bartlett is a highly influential entrepreneur, the host of Europe’s leading podcast, 'The Diary of a CEO', and the youngest 'Dragon' on BBC's Dragons' Den. He is a multiple bestselling author; his book The Diary Of A CEO was a Sunday Times #1 bestseller. His keynotes provide actionable strategies on leadership, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, and mental health, focused on inspiring and empowering a new, diverse generation of creators and business leaders.

Dr. Pramod Varma is the visionary Chief Architect of Aadhaar and UPI. He is the CTO of the EkStep Foundation and a leading global expert on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). He is the co-creator of the Beckn Protocol, the open-source base for India's ONDC e-commerce initiative. His keynotes provide senior leaders and global policymakers with a strategic blueprint for designing and deploying scalable, inclusive, and equitable digital public infrastructure (DPI) systems.

Ryan Holiday is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of the world's most prominent modern thinkers on Stoicism, which he applies to leadership and strategy. His books have been translated into over 30 languages globally. As a keynote speaker, Holiday shares his unique methodology, combining the teachings of ancient philosophy with modern marketing and strategy. His talks provide audiences with actionable frameworks for mindset, resilience, and personal growth, essential for leaders and entrepreneurs navigating complex business challenges.

Mike Coupe is a business leader and the former CEO of Sainsbury's. He is a leading voice on retail, leadership, and organizational culture. His career is a powerful testament to the power of a bold vision and a commitment to a future of unlimited potential. A compelling keynote speaker, Coupe provides a clear and practical guide to mastering leadership and business growth. He speaks on innovation, teamwork, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

Tom Bilyeu is a unicorn entrepreneur who co-founded Quest Nutrition and grew it into a billion-dollar business in just five years. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Impact Theory, a media studio dedicated to empowering people globally. Bilyeu's current mission is to solve the "poverty of poor mindset" by creating content that empowers people. As a keynote speaker, he draws on his extreme success to teach practical, science-backed strategies for mindset shifts, building discipline, and creating actionable plans to achieve seemingly impossible goals.

Maye Musk is a motivational speaker, dietitian, and supermodel, renowned for her longevity and success in two distinct careers. Her bestselling book, A Woman Makes a Plan, has been a success in over 70 countries. A leading voice on aging, entrepreneurship, and resilience, she shares candid insights on her journey, including the challenges of single parenting and the importance of health and confidence. She is an ambassador for non-profits like Dress for Success, which focuses on empowering women for economic independence.

Tony Hawk is a skateboarding legend, 16-time X Games medalist, and the creator of the billion-dollar Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video game franchise. He is a global icon known for his elite athleticism and entrepreneurship. He is the founder of The Skatepark Project, which has donated over $10 million to fund public skateparks across the US. His keynotes blend exhilarating tales with practical lessons on resilience, creativity, and the business strategies that allowed him to build a successful brand while maintaining authenticity.