Book Technology & Innovation Speakers

Gerd Leonhard is a leading global Futurist and Digital Ethics expert, whose bestseller Technology vs. Humanity is available in 12 languages. He has delivered over 2,000 keynotes across 70+ countries, reaching millions live. As a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and governments, he provides bold insights into the future of AI, digital transformation, and business. His unique "super-keynotes" use immersive media to challenge audiences to shape the future for the better, making complex trends feel thrillingly real.

Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson is a professor at Stanford University and the Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, recognized globally as a leading expert on the economics of AI and productivity. The author of the bestseller The Second Machine Age, he provides authoritative insights on the effects of information technologies on business strategy, employment, and the role of data-driven decision-making. His keynotes offer practical frameworks for navigating the digital future and leveraging technology for sustainable growth.

Mikko Hypponen is one of the world's top authorities on cybersecurity, currently serving as the Chief Research Officer at Sensofusion. He has over 30 years of experience investigating cybercrime and advising governments and Fortune 500 companies. The author of the acclaimed book If It’s Smart, It’s Vulnerable, Hypponen provides audiences with essential insights on the history and future of digital security, privacy, and technology. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, his talks—including viral TED appearances—are critical for leaders navigating the increasing vulnerabilities of a hyper-connected world.

Dr. Andreas Weigend is the former Chief Scientist at Amazon, where he built the company's data strategy. He is an expert in big data, social-mobile technologies, and consumer behavior. As the author of Data for the People, he advocates for the ethical and democratic use of data. His presentations offer trenchant analysis on data's power and provide strategic advice to governments and organizations on how to use social data to better understand and empower consumers.

Mike Walsh is a top futurist, strategic advisor, and bestselling author of The Algorithmic Leader. His work is critical for leaders navigating AI for reinvention, emphasizing the need to develop new capabilities where machines make complex decisions. A regular columnist for Harvard Business Review, his insights have been featured in Forbes and The Wall Street Journal. As a speaker, he uses a compelling touch of wit to provide a pragmatic roadmap for adopting algorithmic management and building organizations that bridge the present to the future.

Bruce Schneier is a leading security technologist and the bestselling author of over a dozen books, including Applied Cryptography and Click Here to Kill Everybody. He is a Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School and one of the world's foremost security experts. A highly sought-after speaker, he provides refreshingly candid analysis on our hyper-connected era. His keynotes lay out common-sense policies for organizations and governments to reap the benefits of the digital age without falling prey to the consequences of its inherent insecurity and risks of unchecked data collection.

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.

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.

Emmanuelle Charpentier is a Nobel-caliber microbiologist and geneticist known for her foundational research on the CRISPR-Cas9 system, which led to the development of revolutionary genome editing technology. She is the inventor and co-owner of the core intellectual property for CRISPR-Cas9 and co-founded CRISPR Therapeutics and ERS Genomics. Her insights are critical for audiences seeking to understand the immense impact of genome editing on medicine, science, and the future of humanity.

Scott Galloway is a Professor of Marketing at NYU's Stern School of Business and a serial entrepreneur who has founded nine companies, including Prophet and L2. He is recognized as a leading voice on technology, business strategy, and the future of capitalism. The New York Times bestselling author of titles like The Four and Post Corona, Galloway's work is translated into 28 languages. His keynotes offer corporate audiences a candid and actionable analysis of market disruption, financial security, and the future of work, making him a high-demand keynote speaker for major industry events.

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.

JB Straubel is the Co-founder and former CTO of Tesla Inc. and the founder and CEO of Redwood Materials. He is a pioneer in electric vehicles, battery technology, and large-scale recycling for a sustainable energy future. As a keynote speaker, Straubel provides unmatched expertise on innovation, clean technology, and sustainable infrastructure. He offers audiences firsthand insights into scaling breakthrough technology from a startup idea at Tesla to developing a circular economy solution at Redwood Materials.

Rachel Botsman is a leading expert on trust, a bestselling author, and a former Trust Fellow at Oxford University. She is globally recognized for her insights on societal change, technology, and work culture. Her influential books, including Who Can You Trust? and How to Trust & Be Trusted, are translated into 14 languages. As a speaker, she combines warm storytelling with clear insights, providing audiences with actionable strategies to build credibility, foster trust in digital environments, and empower the next generation to make informed decisions about technology and trust.

Yuval Noah Harari is a historian and philosopher, and the author of the international bestseller Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, which has sold over 50 million copies. His books have been recommended by prominent figures and have been translated into 65 languages. As a speaker, Harari draws on his extensive research to address topics like the future of humanity, the impact of AI, and the challenges of the 21st century. His talks offer a thought-provoking analysis of our past and present, providing audiences with a clear understanding of the major forces shaping our future.

Sir Christopher Pissarides is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2010) known for his groundbreaking work on labor markets and search frictions. He holds the Regius Chair of Economics at the London School of Economics (LSE) and is a key figure in the study of economic growth and structural change. As a keynote speaker, he provides unparalleled, research-backed analysis on the employment implications of automation and AI, market frictions, and global economic power shifts. His insights are critical for leaders and organizations seeking to understand and adapt to the evolving future of work.

Dr. Nick Bostrom is a Professor of Philosophy at Oxford University and the founding Director of the Future of Humanity Institute. He is a leading global expert on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and existential risk. His New York Times bestseller, Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies, sparked a global conversation about the future of AI. His expertise includes the simulation argument and the impacts of future technology. As a speaker, he challenges audiences to think carefully about global priorities and the long-term strategic implications of advanced technology.

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.