Ariel Waldman
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Ariel Waldman
Keynote Speaker
National Geographic Explorer; Filmmaker; Author; Former NASA Advisor
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 talks offer a captivating blend of visual wonder and science, leaving audiences inspired and informed. Her infectious enthusiasm for exploring the unknown – in her career and the edges of our world – gets audiences excited about how anyone can contribute to new areas, no matter their background.
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Imagine hosting a speaker who not only dives into the mysteries beneath the ice of Antarctica but also elevates your event into an awe-inspiring experience about exploring new horizons. Ariel Waldman, a celebrated Antarctic explorer, filmmaker, and National Geographic Explorer, brings the marvels of our planet and the wonders of space directly to you. Recognized by the Obama White House as a “Champion of Change”, she embodies the fusion of creativity and scientific inquiry, making her the quintessential speaker to inspire your audience to push their boundaries.
With her vibrant storytelling and stunning visuals, Ariel doesn’t just share her adventures — she demonstrates how to turn curiosity into action. Previously, she served as the chair to NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts advisory council and co-authored a congressionally-requested National Academy of Sciences report on the future of human spaceflight. As the driving force behind global initiatives like Science Hack Day, Ariel grew the event to span 30 countries and serve as the prime inspiration for the creation of NASA’s International Space Apps Challenge, the world’s largest hackathon. Ariel is the author of two books: Out There: The Science Behind Sci-Fi Film and TV and What’s It Like in Space?: Stories from Astronauts Who’ve Been There.
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Always Be Exploring
From art school to NASA to Antarctica, Ariel Waldman has taken the road less traveled and defined her own career along the way. She has keynoted major tech conferences, international science symposiums, and creative festivals and addressed audiences ranging from financial institutions to college campuses. Her talks detail her own journey from a graphic designer in Kansas to working with NASA on the future of human spaceflight to leading her own expedition in Antarctica – and how she changed her perspective on what she thought was impossible along the way. Ariel’s infectious enthusiasm for exploring the unknown – in her career and the edges of our world – gets audiences excited about how anyone can contribute to new areas, no matter their background.
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