Technology and Innovation Speakers Collection

The world is changing rapidly, driven by constant digital innovation, as we find ourselves in midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution – a period of advancement in technology that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and play. In this evolving environment, staying ahead of the curve is vital. Focusing on topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), the Internet of Things (IoT), augmented reality (AR), and blockchain, these technology and innovation keynote speakers break down the essence of what's disrupting industries to prepare you for the challenges ahead. Available for in-person or virtual events and meetings.

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The Rt. Hon. Tony Blair

Prime Minister, Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1997-2007)

Embracing the challenges of globalization in an increasingly interconnected world.

Leadership, Emerging Markets, Global Economy and Trade

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George Blankenship

Former Executive at Tesla Motors, Apple Computer and GAP Inc.

Innovation, Business Growth and Trends, Branding

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Aneesh Chopra

Chief Technology Officer of the U.S. (2009-2012); President, CareJourney

Innovation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Innovation and Technology

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Jennifer Golbeck

Director of the Social Intelligence Lab at the University of Maryland

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Social Media

Fee Under $25,000

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Walter Isaacson

Best-Selling Author; Acclaimed Historian and Journalist; Professor of History, Tulane University

“Smart people are a dime a dozen. What matters is the ability to think different... to think out of the box.”

Creativity, Innovation and Technology, Leadership

Fee Over $70,000

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Andy Karsner

Managing Partner, Emerson Collective; Space Cowboy, Google X; Precourt Energy Scholar, Stanford University

Energy Policy, Alternative Energy, Environmental Policy

Fee Under $25,000

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David Plouffe

Obama Campaign Manager and White House Senior Advisor, Author, Non-Profit and Tech Executive

Delivering unprecedented insights on disruptive innovation, from the front lines of momentous shifts in both politics and business.

Innovation, Innovation and Technology, Business Growth and Trends

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Reshma Saujani

Founder & CEO of Girls Who Code, Author

Sparking a bravery revolution to inspire women and girls to lead.

Innovation, STEM, Gender Equality

Fee $40K - $70K

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Megan Smith

CEO shift7, Former U.S. Chief Technology Officer (2014-2017)

A catalytic and innovative visionary, believing that the future of technology is already here.

Innovation and Technology, Information Technology, Innovation

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John Whyte, M.D.

Chief Medical Officer, WebMD

Health Care Sciences, Health Care Economics, U.S. Health Care Economics

Fee Under $25,000

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Elatia Abate

Entrepreneur and Chief Explorer

Professional Achievement, Change Management, Information Technology

Fee Under $25,000

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Komal Ahmad

Founder and President, Copia

Creativity, Humanitarian Issues, Inspiring Lives

Fee Under $25,000

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Lisa Bodell

Innovation Expert, Founder and CEO of futurethink and Author

Leadership, Professional Achievement, Corporate Culture

Fee $40K - $70K

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Leonard Brody

Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, Author and Media Visionary

Helping leaders understand today’s rapid pace of change, innovation, and disruption—and what to do about it.

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, Innovation and Technology

Fee $25K - $40K

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Cansu Canca

Philosopher, Founder/Director of the AI Ethics Lab

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Ethics, Innovation and Technology

Fee Under $25,000

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Peter Diamandis

Chairman and CEO, XPRIZE Foundation; Executive Chairman, Singularity University and Author

Motivation, Business Growth and Trends, Innovation and Technology

Fee Over $70,000

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Kim Lear

Founder and Content Director, Inlay Insights

Business Growth and Trends, Communication, Corporate Culture

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Charlene Li

Expert on Social Media, Marketing and Leadership; Best-Selling Author

Social Media, Women in Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Fee $25K - $40K

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Josh Linkner

Tech Entrepreneur, Hyper-Growth Leader and Best-Selling Author

Innovation, Leadership, Corporate Culture

Fee $25K - $40K

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Vikram Mansharamani

Global Trend-Watcher, Harvard University Lecturer, Author & Investor

Business Growth and Trends, China, Economic Forecast

Fee Under $25,000

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Heather McGowan

Future of Work Strategist, 2017 Global Linkedin Top Voice for Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Growth and Trends, Change Management

Fee Under $25,000

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Americus Reed II

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Professor of Marketing, Co-Founder of Persona Partners

Branding, Change Management, Communication

Fee $25K - $40K

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Garrett Reisman

NASA Astronaut, SpaceX Director of Space Operations, Professor at USC

Leadership, Innovation, Inspiring Lives

Fee $25K - $40K

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Yancey Strickler

Cofounder and former CEO of Kickstarter, Author of This Could Be Our Future, World Economic Forum Young Global Leader

Creativity, Innovation, Innovation and Technology

Fee $25K - $40K

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Vivek Wadhwa

Distinguished Fellow, Harvard Law School, Labor and Worklife Program, Distinguished Fellow and professor, Carnegie Mellon University Engineering, Silicon Valley

Innovation, Alternative Energy, Biotechnology

Fee $25K - $40K