Our Speakers

Beth Davies is a leading expert on talent management and corporate learning. With a distinguished career at companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Tesla, she is a trusted authority on building high-performing teams and fostering a strong organizational culture. She is also an adjunct professor and the host of the Career Curves podcast. A compelling keynote speaker, Davies shares her expertise on leadership development, workforce strategy, and organizational culture. She provides audiences with a clear, actionable guide for building a more engaged and resilient workforce. Her talks are essential for business leaders and HR professionals.

Dr. Robert Cialdini is the most-cited social psychologist in the field of influence and persuasion, and the bestselling author of Influence, one of the "100 Best Business Books of All Time." As a keynote speaker, he translates his scientific research into practical, ethical actions for clients like Google, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola. His presentations detail the six universal principles of persuasion and show how to use Pre-Suasion—the moment before the message—to drive long-term, positive change.

Gary Vaynerchuk is a serial entrepreneur, investor (in companies like Facebook and Twitter), and the CEO of the full-service digital agency VaynerMedia. He is globally recognized as a top expert in social media marketing and personal branding. His philosophy, driven by the principles of underpriced attention, is detailed in his bestselling books, including Crush It!. As a speaker, he draws on his experience scaling VaynerMedia and managing a 44M+ follower base, providing actionable, unfiltered advice on entrepreneurship, content strategy, and unlocking aggressive business growth.

James Clear is the author of the international #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 15 million copies. He is a leading expert on habit formation, continuous improvement, and the science of decision-making. As a keynote speaker, Clear is sought after by Fortune 500 companies and regularly appears on media platforms. His talks offer a proven system for individuals and organizations to build better habits, overcome motivation challenges, and design an environment where success is easier to achieve.

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the world's #1 Executive Coach and the only two-time #1 Leadership Thinker (Thinkers50 Hall of Fame). He is a New York Times bestselling author of books including What Got You Here Won’t Get You There. His books have sold over 4 million copies in 36 languages, providing frameworks for achieving positive, lasting change in behavior. His keynotes teach practical tools like FeedForward and the Daily Questions process to increase individual effectiveness and personal engagement for a better career and personal life.

Tom Rivett-Carnac is a political strategist and co-founder of Global Optimism. He was the Senior Advisor to the UN Climate Convention, playing a key role in the landmark Paris Agreement on Climate Change in 2015. As a leading voice on the climate crisis, he is the co-author of the bestselling book The Future We Choose. His keynotes, including a TED Talk with nearly 3 million views, offer a powerful blend of high-level political strategy, data-driven urgency, and stubborn optimism for creating a regenerative future.

Marc Randolph is the Co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, and a highly accomplished serial entrepreneur and investor. He co-founded six other successful startups, including Looker Data Sciences (acquired by Google for $2.6 billion). He is the internationally bestselling author of the memoir That Will Never Work, which tells the untold story of Netflix. As a speaker, he leverages his experience to provide actionable, candid advice on entrepreneurship, startup persistence, and translating a single idea into a global, disruptive business.

Zack Kass is the former Head of Go-To-Market at OpenAI and a leading expert in applied AI strategy and implementation. He is recognized as one of the foremost thinkers in the field.

Kevin O’Leary is an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and a star of the hit show Shark Tank. Known as "Mr. Wonderful," he is a leading authority on finance, investment, and building a profitable business. His career began with the founding of SoftKey Software, which he sold for a reported $4.2 billion. A highly sought-after keynote speaker, O’Leary provides candid and actionable insights on entrepreneurship, finance, and business strategy. He shares what it takes to succeed in today's market, offering audiences a no-nonsense guide to building wealth and making sound business decisions.

Garry Kasparov is a legendary chess grandmaster, political activist, and author of Deep Thinking. He is the Chairman of the Human Rights Foundation and one of the world's foremost experts on strategy, AI, and geopolitics. His talks draw parallels between strategic decision-making in chess and in modern challenges, from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the rise of authoritarianism. Kasparov provides audiences with clear insights on strategy, leadership, and the necessity of safeguarding democracy and global stability.

Bjarke Ingels is the founder of BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group and a leading visionary architect and urbanist. He was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People and received The Wall Street Journal’s Innovator of the Year Award. His philosophy centers on designing sustainable cities that adapt to climate change and human needs. His keynotes, drawing from his books like Yes Is More: An Archicomic and HOT TO COLD, offer deep insights into innovative design and how to create adaptive architectural solutions for a constantly evolving world.

Dr. Michio Kaku is a world-renowned theoretical physicist and the co-founder of String Field Theory. He holds the Henry Semat Chair in Theoretical Physics at CUNY and is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of five books, including The God Equation. As a popularizer of science and a highly-visible media figure, his work is featured on national TV and radio, and his insights have been recognized by Academic Influence as that of "one of the most influential physicists in the world today." His talks offer authoritative predictions on the future of AI, technology, and humanity's biggest challenges.

Scott Bedbury is a top creative strategist and former executive who helped define the early growth of Nike and Starbucks. His expertise centers on brand leadership, innovation, and the power of purpose-driven corporate culture. The author of A New Brand World, a book repeatedly cited as one of the "100 Best Business Books of All Time," Bedbury advises global clients like Apple and Google through his firm, Brandstream. His keynotes provide invaluable strategies for organizational innovation, building brand trust in a "post-truth" age, and leveraging employee experience (EX) for market success.

Marty Neumeier is a business author, a brand strategist, and a leading voice on innovation, design, and marketing. He is the author of the best-selling book, The Brand Gap, which provides a clear and actionable framework for how to build a more purposeful and resilient brand. His work is a powerful counterpoint to a world of corporate shortsightedness. A compelling keynote speaker, Neumeier provides a clear and practical guide to mastering brand strategy and design. He speaks on innovation, leadership, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

Dr. Ram Charan is a world-renowned business consultant and a celebrated author of over 30 books, including the New York Times bestseller Execution. He has spent over 40 years advising top CEOs and boards globally on growth and strategy. His books, which have sold over 4 million copies, provide "Monday morning" actionable advice on growth, talent development, and moneymaking models for the digital age. His keynotes are sought after by organizations aiming to cut through complexity and find real-world solutions to uncover their core business problems.

David Rowan is the founding UK Editor-in-Chief of WIRED and a globally sought-after speaker and technology investor. His expertise focuses on non-bullshit innovation and the strategic impact of emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing. The author of the bestselling Non-Bullshit Innovation, he provides leaders with 17 proven strategies for future-proofing their business. His keynotes deconstruct tech trends, offering an in-depth look at how to build prosperity, develop a culture of innovation, and align purpose with profit.

Marc Raibert is the founder of Boston Dynamics and a leading figure in robotics and AI. He is currently the Executive Director of The AI Institute and a highly decorated former professor at MIT. A member of the National Academy of Engineering and named one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in AI, Raibert brings profound expertise in the convergence of robotics and artificial intelligence. His keynotes provide an essential and compelling vision of the future of automation and the technological advancements required for ground-breaking innovation.

Heather E. McGowan is a globally recognized futurist and expert on the future of work. She is the 2x bestselling author of The Adaptation Advantage and The Empathy Advantage (a Top 10 Business Book of 2023). Her work shows leaders how to transform human capabilities—adaptability, empathy, and curiosity—into strategic advantages. As a keynote speaker, she advises organizations like Google, JPMorgan Chase, and Mastercard, providing actionable frameworks for thriving alongside AI and building high-trust environments where innovation is maximized.