innovation Speakers

Spencer Rascoff has co-founded and led multiple companies that became household names (Zillow, Hotwire) and has built some of the most-recognized corporate cultures in business. He is an investor, entrepreneur, and business prognosticator, who can bring audiences unique...

As the co-founder of Skype, Jonas Kjellberg is highly in-tune with the ins and outs of the world of technology. As a speaker, Jonas addresses all aspects of contemporary business both in the tech sector and elsewhere: from...

Matt Higgins is an American businessman, author, and the co-founder and CEO of RSE Ventures, a private investment firm that focuses on sports and entertainment, media and marketing, food and lifestyle, and technology.

William Kamkwamba's story exemplifies the power of resourcefulness and innovation in action. Faced with a critical challenge in his Malawian village, he didn't wait for external solutions. Instead, his ingenuity was sparked by a library book on windmills....

When Chad Foster speaks to audiences, he shares a powerful message: his loss of eyesight as a young adult didn't hold him back. Instead, he embraced obstacles as opportunities. Chad became the first blind executive to graduate Harvard...

Jeff DeGraff is an advisor to Fortune 500 companies, a top innovation expert, a business professor at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, and a best-selling author. His creative and pragmatic approach to making...

Stand out or get lost in the crowd – it's your choice. Ken Schmidt, who led the successful turnaround of Harley-Davidson, inspires individuals and companies to stand out by forming impactful connections. With his dynamic speeches and unconventional...

Tina Sharkey, a celebrated USC lecturer and entrepreneur, is known for her warm, personable approach and humorous touch in demystifying complex ideas. In her talks, she not only introduces innovative frameworks but also connects deeply with her audience,...

Best-known as the turnaround leader of the James Webb Space Telescope (Webb), 33-year NASA veteran Gregory Robinson is credited with transforming a program that was billions over budget and years behind schedule into one of NASA’s greatest achievements...

Jake Knapp is a startup investor, former leader at Google, and New York Times best-selling author. His methods for building successful businesses and transforming teamwork have been adopted and proven at the world’s most innovative companies. What makes...

Ariel Waldman transports audiences from the icy realms of Antarctica, where she films otherworldly life beneath the surface, to the vast expanse of space, tapping into her insights and experiences with NASA. An Antarctic explorer and filmmaker, Ariel’s...

Neil Mandt is one of the rare people who have been able to transform content and technical expertise into forward-thinking solutions that address real business challenges. As a successful movie and TV producer, real estate developer, and professional...

A changing world requires a changed approach. Pascal Finette believes that the future is unwritten, and he helps clients embrace the possible, envision the long run, and build what matters.

Have you ever said “Hey Google”, used Office on a Mac, sent an email with Hotmail, or shopped on Walmart.com? You have already experienced the design genius of Dan Makoski, a legendary Silicon Valley designer to the Fortune...

Alan Eagle is an author, consultant, and an expert in helping leaders tell their compelling, powerful stories. He spent 16 years as a sales and communications executive at Google, and is the co-author of the best-selling books How Google...

Award-winning entrepreneur Justin Fishkin is a widely respected business strategist, innovator, and investor who focuses on business solutions to pressing global challenges. From his early career with Goldman Sachs through his time managing a broad portfolio of climate-focused...

Formerly Google’s Chief Decision Scientist, Cassie Kozyrkov is more than a speaker — she’s a driving force in the future of AI. As the visionary behind Google’s AI-first transformation, Cassie blends theater-trained charisma, technical knowledge, and executive experience,...

Josh Drean is Co-founder of the Work3 Institute, Web3 Advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs, and an HR Transformation expert who marries emerging technologies with workplace strategies.

Anders Sörman-Nilsson stands as a luminary, guiding audiences through the labyrinth of the future with the acumen only a seasoned futurist can offer. His mantra, "avant-garde ideas that expand minds and inspire a change of heart," is more...

As the visionary behind some of the most iconic motorcycles and star of American Chopper, Paul Teutul Jr. brings a unique blend of creativity and innovation to every project. Known for pushing the boundaries of design, he’s built...

Frank Abagnale went from one of the world's most notorious con men and subject of the major-motion picture and Broadway musical, “Catch Me if You Can” to a highly sought-after international cybercrime and fraud prevention thought leader, seminar...

Michael Margolis is a master storyteller and a trusted advisor to Google, Meta, and NASA. Often described as “one of the most thought-provoking speakers” audiences have heard, he has a unique ability to connect big ideas to business...

Ginger Menown is a visionary leader empowering organizations to thrive in the digital age. With a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving innovation, she helps clients navigate complex challenges and seize emerging opportunities.