Innovation Speakers

Ben Hammersley is a top global futurist, the inventor of the term 'podcast,' and the Editor-at-Large of WIRED UK. He is a strategic advisor to three governments and the European Commission on technology and media. The author of 64 Things You Need to Know Now For Then, his expertise spans Cybersecurity, AI, and Big Data. His keynotes deliver practical, practice-changing messages on sustainable leadership and innovation across five continents, drawing from his unique personal experiences in war reporting, genomic science, and disaster response.

Susie Wolff, MBE, is the Managing Director of the F1 Academy and a pioneer who broke barriers by becoming the first woman to drive in a Formula 1 race weekend in over two decades. She is a dedicated advocate for female talent and diversity in motorsport. The former CEO of ROKiT Venturi Racing, her talks provide a powerful blueprint for achieving goals and leading with character in high-pressure environments. She is a highly valued speaker on diversity, motivational leadership, and the importance of following your gut toward fulfillment.

Grant Cardone is a leading international sales expert, entrepreneur, and author of The 10X Rule. He oversees a $2.2 billion real estate portfolio and founded the world's largest business event, the 10X Growth Conference. Recognized as the #1 sales trainer globally, Cardone provides customized consulting and a Straight-Shooting viewpoint on leadership, the economy, and retail sales. His keynotes offer practical, high-energy strategies for organizations seeking to find overlooked opportunities, customize their sales process, and 10X their business, income, and life.

Paul Milgrom is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2020) and a professor known for his pioneering work in auction theory and mechanism design. His auction models have been adopted globally by regulators and major corporations to efficiently allocate public assets. As a keynote speaker, Milgrom shares critical insights into the inner workings of our economy, demonstrating how subtle changes in incentives and design can yield massive, equitable results. His talks are invaluable for leaders in finance, technology, and government seeking a deeper understanding of market design and competitive strategy.

Dr. Ramesh Srinivasan is a Professor at UCLA and the Founder of the Digital Cultures Lab. He is a leading expert on the future of the internet and how technology and innovation can foster global democracy and economic security. His books, including Beyond the Valley (named a Top Ten 2019 Tech Book by Forbes), argue that a fairer internet is possible by leveraging global ingenuity. As a speaker, he provides critical, cross-disciplinary insights on AI/automation, digital ethics, and the complex US vs. China AI Space Race.

Uri Levine is a serial entrepreneur, best known as the co-founder of Waze (acquired by Google for $1.1 billion). He is also an investor and first board member of Moovit (acquired by Intel for $1 billion), cementing his status as a key figure in high-growth technology ventures. As a keynote speaker and workshop leader, Levine shares his experience through his "Cookbook for Startups," empowering entrepreneurs and business leaders with practical strategies for market disruption and value creation. His presentations focus on entrepreneurship, market evolution, and solving big, impactful problems.

Jonas Kjellberg is a co-founder of Skype and a highly successful digital transformation expert and investor. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board at Nornorm (backed by IKEA). His presentations focus on digital transformation, innovation, and business creation, sharing the core philosophies from his books. As a speaker, he leverages his experience at Skype and his current role as a lecturer at Stanford University to teach audiences how the interaction of products, sales, and profitability creates a winning sales culture.

Lior Suchard is a world-renowned mentalist who won Uri Geller's "The Successor" and is celebrated for his astonishing feats of mind reading, thought influencing, and predicting. His presentations, known as "Supernatural Entertainment," use psychoanalysis and mental skills to deliver a highly entertaining experience for corporate and private audiences worldwide. He is the author of Mind Reader, which shares secrets and psychological studies on maximizing the mind’s capacity.

Dr. Soumitra Dutta is a Professor of Management at Cornell University and a leading global expert on innovation and the knowledge economy. He is the author of the World Economic Forum's Global Information Technology Report. He is a board member of Sodexo and Dassault Systemes and was honored by the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. As a keynote speaker, he provides actionable strategies on building global capabilities, the interface of technology and innovation, and the crucial leadership requirements for driving growth in the post-COVID world.

Gregory Robinson is a 33-year NASA veteran and the former Program Director of the James Webb Space Telescope. He is widely credited with turning around the complex project, leading it to a successful launch and deployment. His leadership earned him a place on TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2022 list. As a keynote speaker, Robinson provides a powerful look at what it takes to lead a “moonshot” project. He speaks on leadership, project management, and the strategies for inspiring large, global teams. His talks offer invaluable insights for anyone looking to manage complex projects and drive innovation.

Dhiraj Mukherjee is the Co-founder of Shazam (acquired by Apple for ∼$400 million) and was named one of Europe’s Top 50 Technology Entrepreneurs by The Financial Times. As a Tech for Good investor, he holds stakes in over 250 pioneering companies, including OpenAI. His keynotes deliver a blend of inspirational storytelling and actionable advice on The Shazam Story, innovation, and how leaders can embrace uncertainty to adapt to the accelerating pace of GenAI and future workforce trends.

Whitney Johnson is a top business strategist and CEO of Disruption Advisors. An expert on disruptive innovation and talent development, she is best known for her S Curve of Learning framework. She is the bestselling author of Build an A Team and Disrupt Yourself, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review. As a speaker, Johnson teaches her S Curve of Learning model to help organizations embed a culture of innovation and accelerate individual and team growth.

Steven Van Belleghem is a globally recognized expert on Customer Experience (CX) and a bestselling author. His latest book, A Diamond in the Rough, was named the #1 must-read business book for 2024 by Forbes. He is the Co-founder of Nexxworks, an inspiration agency, and a marketing professor at Vlerick Business School. His keynotes provide a visionary approach to CX Strategy, detailing how to transform human and digital roles, and leverage AI not for the sake of technology, but for creating customer benefits like hyper-personalized offerings.

Blake Mycoskie is the founder of TOMS and the pioneer of the One for One business model, which integrates social giving into the core of a for-profit enterprise. His venture has provided tens of millions of shoes and sight-restoring services globally. The New York Times bestselling author of Start Something That Matters, Mycoskie is a global advocate for purpose-driven business. As a speaker, he shares his story of innovation and perseverance, providing audiences with a blueprint for building a sustainable, profitable company while simultaneously making a profound social impact.

Garry Ridge is the former CEO of WD-40 Company and a leading expert on corporate culture. He teaches in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership program at the University of San Diego and co-authored Helping People Win at Work. His philosophy focuses on creating a "tribal workplace culture" where employees are happy, protected, and empowered by a set of core values. His keynotes offer universal steps for cultural transformation, leadership traits, and the critical decisions leaders must make to build high-engagement organizations.

Martin Eberhard is the Co-founder and former CEO of Tesla Motors, where he spearheaded the development of the groundbreaking Tesla Roadster. He is a leading expert on sustainable technology and EV market disruption. With a strong background in electrical engineering and computer science, his expertise lies in automotive innovation and battery technology. His keynotes provide invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, the future of transportation, and the strategic imperatives for leaders navigating the accelerating transition to renewable energy.

Tony Seba is a top-ranked futurist, Amazon bestselling author, and the Co-founder of the think tank RethinkX. He is a world-renowned forecaster of disruptions in energy and transportation.

Marcus Buckingham is a leading authority and keynote speaker on leadership and human performance. He is the bestselling author of two of the best-selling business books of all time, First, Break All the Rules and Now, Discover Your Strengths. His work, including the influential HBR article "The Feedback Fallacy," provides valid data and practical tactics to challenge entrenched preconceptions about success. He shows companies how to increase efficiency and dramatically improve turnover, profits, and productivity by focusing on what employees want to do and where their comparative advantage lies.