Our Speakers

Jeffrey D. Sachs is a world-renowned economist and University Professor at Columbia University. He is the President of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and a former Special Advisor to three UN Secretaries-General. The author of three New York Times bestsellers, including The End of Poverty, Sachs provides bold strategies for tackling complex issues like climate change, international debt, and global disease control. His talks offer comprehensive analysis on geopolitics, technology, and the path toward a smart, fair, and sustainable global economy.

Salim Ismail is a world-renowned entrepreneur, technology strategist, and the bestselling author of Exponential Organizations. He is the founder of ExO Works and the founding Executive Director of Singularity University. His expertise lies in demonstrating how organizations can leverage breakthrough technologies to achieve 10x growth. As a sought-after speaker, he consults with Fortune 500 companies and governments, providing audiences with a tailored action plan and a new process for leading-edge thinking on innovation and growth.

Mike Krieger is a co-founder of Instagram and a leading figure in the technology industry. He has played a crucial role in the development of platforms that have shaped the landscape of social networking. As a keynote speaker, Krieger provides invaluable insights on the journey from startup to industry giant, detailing his strategies for success. His talks cover a wide range of topics, including product development, the impact of artificial intelligence, and building scalable technology to meet the demands of a global audience.

Dr. Daniel Yergin is a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and economist, recognized as the world’s leading authority on global energy markets and geopolitics. He is the Vice Chairman of S&P Global. The author of the Pulitzer-winning The Prize and the New York Times bestseller The New Map, Yergin is a master storyteller who translates complex global issues into accessible, informative presentations. His keynotes offer realistic, hopeful strategies for leaders navigating climate change goals and political turmoil, stressing the role of technology and R&D investment.

Dr. Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group. Widely called the “father of modern HR,” he is a pioneering expert in organization capability, leadership, and human resources. He has published over 30 books, delivered keynotes in 90 countries, and advised over half of the Fortune 200. His keynotes provide leaders with practical, research-backed solutions on HR transformation, results-based leadership, and how to build the organizational health necessary for superior business performance.

Helle Thorning-Schmidt is the former Prime Minister of Denmark (the country's first woman PM) and the former CEO of Save the Children International. She is an expert on Global Economics, Geopolitics, and Social Justice. She currently serves as Co-Chair of the Oversight Board for Facebook, advising on freedom of expression online. Her keynotes provide unique political and international expertise on Leadership, Gender Equality, and navigating the intersection of Global Markets and Political Trends.

Martin Lindstrom is a world-leading expert on brand and culture transformation and the Founder of Lindstrom Company. He is a 7x New York Times bestselling author and was named one of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People.” His books, including Brand Sense and Small Data, are foundational texts in modern marketing. As a high-profile speaker, he offers provocative and practical insights on BEHAVIOURAL PSYCHOLOGY, Leadership, and the Disruptor’s Agenda to help organizations thrive in an era of rapid technological change.

Adam Cheyer is a visionary entrepreneur, co-founder of both Siri (acquired by Apple) and Viv Labs. A pioneer in AI and intelligent agents, his work has profoundly shaped the modern consumer mobile experience and user interfaces. He served as a Director of Engineering at Apple following the Siri acquisition and is a Founding Member of Change.org. His expertise, spanning over 15 years, includes 59 peer-reviewed publications and over 20 issued patents, making him an authority on the future of distributed computing and advanced user interfaces.

Mstyslav Chernov is a Pulitzer Prize-sharing Ukrainian journalist, filmmaker, and war correspondent for Associated Press. His footage from the Siege of Mariupol became the basis of the acclaimed film 20 Days in Mariupol. He is a member of "Ukrainian PEN" and the President of the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers. His work, which covers conflicts, social issues, and environmental crises in all formats, has won prestigious awards like the Livingston Award and the Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for war reporting.

Billie Jean King is a legendary tennis icon and a champion for social justice and equality. A 39-time Grand Slam champion, she founded the Women's Sports Foundation and the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative. Her historic victory in the "Battle of the Sexes" and her role in founding the WTA cemented her status as a global pioneer. Her memoir, ALL IN: An Autobiography, shares her empowering lessons on leadership, inclusivity, equality, and the crucial importance of finding your purpose.

Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and a leading expert in organizational health. He is the bestselling author of eleven books, including the enduring classic The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. Lencioni’s leadership models are used by a diverse mix of Fortune 500 companies, professional sports organizations, and the military. As a highly-rated keynote speaker, he uses accessibility, humor, and storytelling to provide audiences with practical, research-backed tools for building strong teams and achieving a sustainable competitive advantage around culture.

Dr. Peter Diamandis is the Founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and the Executive Founder of Singularity University. He is an MIT-trained engineer and a Harvard-trained physician, recognized for his visionary approach to technology and business. As a serial entrepreneur, he has started over 25 companies and is a co-founder of BOLD Capital Partners, a venture fund focused on exponential technologies. His bestselling books, including Abundance and BOLD, inspire leaders to think exponentially and tackle the world's grandest challenges for profit and purpose.

Nadja Swarovski is a business leader and a prominent advocate for sustainable luxury. As a former member of the Executive Board at Swarovski, she played a pivotal role in the modernization of the brand and its commitment to purpose-driven business. She is a leading voice on the intersection of design, sustainability, and brand innovation. A compelling keynote speaker, Swarovski provides a clear and intellectual overview of the principles of sustainable luxury, brand innovation, and conscious business. She speaks on leadership, sustainability, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. Her talks are ideal for leaders and innovators.

Guy Kawasaki is a technology executive and entrepreneur, famous for his role as the Chief Evangelist of Apple and his current position as Chief Evangelist for Canva. He is an expert in innovation, social media, and product evangelism. The author of over fifteen books, including The Art of the Start 2.0 and Enchantment, Kawasaki shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, growth hacking, and social media strategy. His podcast, Remarkable People, is a rich source of wisdom from world-class luminaries, reinforcing his role as a teacher and guide for professionals seeking inspiration and practical advice.

Dr. Lynda Gratton is a Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and a globally ranked management thinker. She is a leading expert on The Future of Work and the strategic relationship between people and organizations. Her influential books, including the bestsellers The 100-Year Life and The Shift, have been translated into over 15 languages, addressing the profound impact of longevity on employment and work. As a sought-after speaker, she advises global organizations on HR strategy, cultural change, and collaborative work to achieve sustained competitive advantage.

Gary Hamel is one of the world's most influential management thinkers, a Professor at the London Business School, and a former Chairman of the consulting firm Strategos. He is the most-reprinted author in Harvard Business Review history. The author of bestsellers like Humanocracy, Hamel presents an impassioned plea for reinventing management to unleash human capability. His keynotes deliver powerful insights on strategy, leadership, and innovation, providing a blueprint for building organizations that are dynamic, effective, and "fit for the future."

Peter Zeihan is a globally recognized expert in geopolitical strategy and a New York Times bestselling author, known for his ability to synthesize demography, economics, and security to forecast global shifts. His firm advises energy majors, financial institutions, and the U.S. military on building resilient operations and supply chains. His keynotes provide accessible, irreverent, and relevant takeaways on globalization, energy futures, and the collapse of the post-WWII world order.

Dr. Ian Bremmer is a globally recognized political scientist, founder of Eurasia Group (the world’s leading political risk firm), and Foreign Affairs Columnist for TIME magazine. He coined the influential term “G-Zero.” His books, including the bestsellers Us vs. Them and The Power of Crisis, are essential for navigating geopolitical recession and populism. His keynotes provide leaders with strategic foresight on managing risk in an unstable world, the geopolitical implications of AI, and understanding how political factors create new business winners and losers.