Book Education Speakers

Sebastian Thrun is a distinguished computer scientist, co-founder of Google X, and a pioneer in robotics and AI. He is a recognized authority on autonomous systems and online education. As a keynote speaker, Thrun shares visionary insights from his work at Google X and his ongoing efforts to democratize education through Udacity. His talks provide leaders in business and technology with a clear roadmap for understanding the profound implications of artificial intelligence, robotics, and online learning for the future of industry and the workforce.

Will.i.am is a Grammy Award-winning artist, a technology visionary, and the founder of the tech company i.am.PLUS. He is a leading voice on the intersection of creativity, technology, and business, and a passionate advocate for STEM education and social change. His work is a testament to his belief in the power of innovation to transform lives. A compelling keynote speaker, will.i.am provides an inspiring look at the future of AI, robotics, and innovation. He speaks on how creativity and technology can be used to solve complex problems and build a more equitable world. His talks are ideal for leaders and innovators.

Malala Yousafzai is the youngest Nobel Peace Laureate in history, a Pakistani education activist, and the co-founder of the Malala Fund. She is a global symbol of resilience and the right to education. She is the author of the international bestseller I Am Malala. Her advocacy has earned her numerous honors, including the Sakharov Prize, and has transformed into a global movement that champions gender equality and universal access to quality education.

Kailash Satyarthi is a Nobel Peace Laureate (2014) and the founder of the Bachpan Bachao Andolan (Save the Childhood Movement). He has personally liberated over 138,000 children from child labor and exploitation. A worldwide campaigner, he spearheaded the Global March Against Child Labour and successfully led the movement to make education a constitutional right in India. His talks champion the power of compassionate action and detail the relentless efforts required to eliminate violence against the most vulnerable.

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.

Dr. Andrew Ng is a renowned pioneer in AI and online education. He is the Co-founder and Chairman of Coursera, the founding lead of Google Brain, and the former Chief Scientist at Baidu. Recognized as one of the most influential AI persons in the world by the Time100 AI list (2023), he continues to shape the future of technology through his ventures. His keynotes offer authoritative, research-backed insights into machine learning, AI strategy, and the future of work and online education.

Sir Konstantin Novoselov, FRS, is a Nobel Laureate in Physics (2010) and the co-discoverer of graphene. He is a world-leading expert on condensed matter physics and nanotechnology. A Director at the National University of Singapore and a Professor at The University of Manchester, his work is highly influential globally. His keynotes provide deep insights into the physics of nanomaterials and the revolutionary potential of graphene in technology, business, and science.

Dr. Anil Seth is a Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Sussex and a leading authority on the science of consciousness. His main-stage TED Talk has over 15 million views. The author of the bestselling book Being You, he is a recipient of the Royal Society's Michael Faraday Prize for exemplary science communication. His expertise is crucial for organizations interested in the intersection of AI, technology, and neuroscience, providing deep insights into the construction of subjective reality.

Dr. Jared Diamond is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and scientist, celebrated for his works Guns, Germs and Steel and Collapse. His research synthesizes history, evolutionary biology, and anthropology to understand the trajectory of human civilizations. As a keynote speaker, Dr. Diamond draws on his profound understanding of historical patterns to provide urgent and persuasive insights into modern societal challenges. His talks focus on learning lessons from the past, particularly regarding conflict resolution and risk management, to create a more prosperous future.

Dr. Sugata Mitra is a TED Prize winner and an influential expert in Educational Technology, renowned for his foundational Hole in the Wall experiment and the subsequent creation of Self-Organized Learning Environments (SOLEs). His research demonstrates that children's innate sense of learning is magnified when they are given the freedom to explore online in small groups. His work has led to the creation of The School in the Cloud and the “Granny Cloud,” which utilizes remote retired teachers to provide adult encouragement, ensuring learning is a self-organizing and effective process.

Vishen Lakhiani is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, a global personal growth platform. He is a New York Times bestselling author and one of the world's most influential spiritual teachers, leading a movement of growth-seekers spanning 195 countries. His books, including The Code of the Extraordinary Mind and the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Buddha and the Badass, teach practical strategies for self-mastery and entrepreneurial success. His keynotes inspire audiences to achieve work-life integration, dream big, and use meditation and intuition as core business drivers.

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.

Chetan Bhagat is a bestselling novelist and social commentator, named one of TIME magazine’s “100 most influential people in the world.” He is an alumnus of IIT-Delhi and IIM-Ahmedabad. His books, which include Five Point Someone and The 3 Mistakes of My Life, have been adapted into successful Bollywood films. His keynotes share motivational insights on youth, national development, and the necessity of making change happen in the country.

Abhijit Bhaduri is a former Global Partner and General Manager of Global Learning and Development for Microsoft and the first Chief Learning Officer for Wipro. Recognized as the foremost expert on talent and development, his six books, including Don’t Hire the Best, provide actionable strategies for hiring success and navigating the Future of Careers. His keynotes deliver insightful and humorous strategies for Leadership and Storytelling to drive organizational growth.

Graça Machel is a leading global activist and the former First Lady of both Mozambique and South Africa. She served as Mozambique's first Minister of Education, a role in which she drastically reduced the country's illiteracy rate. Today, she is the founder of the Graça Machel Trust, dedicated to education, women's empowerment, and good governance across Africa. As a public speaker, she delivers a stirring message of determination, hope, and advocacy, providing a unique perspective on political transitions, human rights, and the power of committed social action.

Sonam Wangchuk is a celebrated engineer and educator who founded SECMOL, a movement that transformed school pass percentages in Ladakh from 5% to 75%. He is the inventor of the "Ice Stupa" artificial glacier, a low-cost, innovative solution to the water crisis caused by climate change. As a speaker, he provides audiences with a whole new perspective on innovation and entrepreneurship that effectively embraces social change.

T. V. Mohandas Pai is the former CFO of Infosys (17 years) and a leading veteran in finance, IT, and regulatory policy. He is a recipient of the Padma Shri (2015). He currently chairs Aarin Capital and multiple SEBI Committees. His influence spans the financial sector, where he served on the boards of the SEBI and NSE, and in philanthropy, where he is a founder-trustee of the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

Sanjit “Bunker” Roy is the founder of the Barefoot College, an institution dedicated to making rural communities self-sufficient through sustainable, locally-owned solutions. He was named one of TIME 100’s Most Influential People in 2010 and is a recipient of the Padma Shri. His keynotes share a profound lesson on sustainable development, emphasizing that for a project to succeed, it must be organic, owned, and sustained by those it serves.