Technology & Innovation Speakers

Salim Ismail is a world-renowned entrepreneur, technology strategist, and the bestselling author of Exponential Organizations. He is the founder of ExO Works and the founding Executive Director of Singularity University. His expertise lies in demonstrating how organizations can leverage breakthrough technologies to achieve 10x growth. As a sought-after speaker, he consults with Fortune 500 companies and governments, providing audiences with a tailored action plan and a new process for leading-edge thinking on innovation and growth.

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.

Adam Cheyer is a visionary entrepreneur, co-founder of both Siri (acquired by Apple) and Viv Labs. A pioneer in AI and intelligent agents, his work has profoundly shaped the modern consumer mobile experience and user interfaces. He served as a Director of Engineering at Apple following the Siri acquisition and is a Founding Member of Change.org. His expertise, spanning over 15 years, includes 59 peer-reviewed publications and over 20 issued patents, making him an authority on the future of distributed computing and advanced user interfaces.

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.

Dr. Lynda Gratton is a Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and a globally ranked management thinker. She is a leading expert on The Future of Work and the strategic relationship between people and organizations. Her influential books, including the bestsellers The 100-Year Life and The Shift, have been translated into over 15 languages, addressing the profound impact of longevity on employment and work. As a sought-after speaker, she advises global organizations on HR strategy, cultural change, and collaborative work to achieve sustained competitive advantage.

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.

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.

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.

Nandan Nilekani is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Infosys and the Founding Chairman of UIDAI (Aadhaar), India's national digital identity system. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan and the Joseph Schumpeter prize, his work is foundational to the digital economy. His keynotes provide expert, strategic insight into Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), AI in business, and leveraging technology to realize a billion aspirations in emerging markets.

Nir Eyal is the bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable, with over 1 million copies sold worldwide. Dubbed “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology,” he is a leading expert on behavioral design and the psychology of user attention. As a former Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, he consults and invests in habit-forming products that improve users' lives. His talks provide audiences with a crucial toolkit for achieving focus, control, and productivity in a digitally distracted world.

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.

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.

Chris Skinner is an award-winning speaker and one of the most influential people in FinTech. He is a recognized Thought Leader in Finance and the author of 18 books, including the bestsellers Digital for Good and Intelligent Money. His expertise, including advising the UN and the World Bank, is informed by his role as a visiting lecturer at Cambridge University. His keynotes provide critical insights and strategies for leaders on digital transformation, the impact of AI (Generative Finance), and how to use finance and technology to address environmental and social issues.

Philip Rosedale is the founder of Second Life, the pioneering virtual world with over 70 million registered accounts. He is an entrepreneur and expert on virtual reality and the future of the metaverse. Following the acquisition of his internet video conferencing product by RealNetworks, he served as their CTO. His keynotes offer deep insights into virtual reality, online economies, and distributed work, sharing his vision for how virtual worlds will reshape collaboration and societal interaction.