Book Entrepreneurship Speakers

Robert Herjavec is the Founder and CEO of Cyderes, a global cybersecurity firm, and a highly recognized investor and Shark on the Emmy-winning show Shark Tank. His books, including Driven and The Will to Win, have appeared on multiple bestseller lists. His keynotes, often delivered to crowds of 20,000, provide candid insights on cybersecurity threats, entrepreneurship, and the principles that took him from waiting tables to building a world-class technology conglomerate.

Sir Richard Branson is the founder of the Virgin Group, a global conglomerate known for innovation across industries like aviation, telecommunications, and space tourism. His career demonstrates mastery in entrepreneurship and global branding. A strong advocate for purpose-driven business, Branson shares candid lessons on leadership, innovation, and corporate social responsibility. He provides valuable, firsthand insights on how to build a resilient, purpose-led company that creates both commercial success and a lasting positive impact.

Earvin “Magic” Johnson is a basketball legend, a successful entrepreneur, and a leading philanthropist. As a five-time NBA champion, he is one of the greatest players of all time. Beyond the court, he founded Magic Johnson Enterprises, a company that has revitalized urban communities and driven economic growth. A compelling keynote speaker, Johnson shares his journey from sports icon to business mogul. He speaks on leadership, entrepreneurship, and the importance of purpose-driven business, offering a powerful and inspiring guide for leaders and teams who want to make a difference in the world.

Matt Mullenweg is the co-founder of WordPress—the world’s most popular publishing platform—and the CEO of Automattic, the company behind WooCommerce and Jetpack. His mission is to democratize publishing and commerce globally. As a pioneer of the fully distributed work model, he advises and invests in startups through Audrey Capital. A highly-regarded thought leader, Mullenweg is a prominent voice on open-source technology, e-commerce, and remote organizational design, with his expertise recognized by Fortune and Wired.

Mark Cuban is an entrepreneur and investor, famous for owning the Dallas Mavericks (NBA Champions in 2011) and serving as a “Shark” investor on ABC’s hit television series, Shark Tank. His career is a classic rags-to-riches story, transitioning from odd jobs to founding and selling multiple successful technology companies. His keynotes inspire audiences with his candid insights on entrepreneurship, investment strategy, and the drive required to achieve elite success in both business and sports.

John Mackey is the co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market (acquired by Amazon in 2017) and a pioneer of the Conscious Capitalism Movement. He is a celebrated leader in organic food and sustainable business. The co-author of Conscious Capitalism, Mackey speaks on the powerful correlation between business success and human values. His keynotes share the story of Whole Foods Market and provide actionable insights into conscious leadership, conscious culture, and how to build businesses that create immense value for all stakeholders.

Biz Stone is the co-founder and former Creative Director of Twitter and a visionary entrepreneur. He has been recognized by TIME as one of the most influential people in the world for his pioneering work on collaborative web systems. His philosophy emphasizes a new way of doing business that places value before profit, advocating for selflessness and altruism as a measure of success. His keynotes offer insights into entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and how to build systems that scale and deliver deeper meaning in work.

Steve Wozniak is an American inventor and the co-founder of Apple Computer. As the creator of the Apple I and Apple II, he is widely credited with designing the machines that launched the personal computer era. As a keynote speaker, Wozniak shares his perspective on technology, innovation, and the importance of a creative mindset. His talks provide a unique and compelling history of the early days of Silicon Valley and offer insights on how to foster a culture of true invention.

Daymond John is the founder of the global brand FUBU (over $6 billion in product sales) and a longtime investor on the Emmy-winning television series Shark Tank. As the CEO of The Shark Group, he provides strategic advice and marketing intelligence to major companies. His books, including the bestsellers The Power of Broke and Powershift, provide invaluable wisdom on entrepreneurship, branding, and the importance of taking risks to achieve goals.

Barbara Corcoran is the founder of The Corcoran Group, which she built from a $1,000 loan into a dominant real estate brand, and a star investor on ABC’s Emmy-winning show, Shark Tank. A motivational and inspirational speaker, Corcoran uses her brash, candid style to share her expertise on building businesses, growing teams, and overcoming tough times. Her keynotes provide behind-the-scenes insights into her Shark Tank investments and the principles that make a business truly thrive.

Steve Chen is an internet entrepreneur and co-founder of YouTube, the viral video platform that redefined digital media. His technological vision led to the platform’s massive scale and its subsequent $1.65 billion acquisition by Google. As a keynote speaker, Chen shares invaluable insights on building viral technology, scaling infrastructure, and entrepreneurial persistence. He provides a strategic look at how to leverage internet technology to disrupt markets and create global phenomena, making his talks essential for technology and business leaders.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Zev Siegl is a co-founder of Starbucks Coffee Company and an accomplished serial entrepreneur. He was instrumental in the brand's early growth from its single Pike Place Market store to six locations and a substantial wholesale business. As a keynote speaker, Siegl shares practical, firsthand insights into startup success, including setting a compelling vision, securing funding, and navigating operations. His advisory role with over 500 entrepreneurs highlights his core mission to inspire and develop the next generation of business owners with a proven roadmap for growth and product development.

Dag Kittlaus is a leading entrepreneur and AI pioneer, best known as the co-founder of Siri and Viv Labs. His groundbreaking work has shaped the landscape of conversational AI, and his companies have been successfully acquired by tech giants like Apple and Samsung.<br><br>A compelling keynote speaker, Kittlaus shares his unique insights on the future of artificial intelligence, the process of creating a startup, and what it takes to build a scalable and innovative company. He offers valuable lessons on entrepreneurship and technology strategy for today’s market.