Mick Ebeling
CEO of Not Impossible Labs, Innovator & Film Producer
Mick Ebeling
CEO of Not Impossible Labs, Innovator & Film Producer
Biography
Named Fortune’s Top 50 World’s Greatest Leaders and honored with the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year Award, Mick Ebeling is a groundbreaking innovator recognized as a 3x recipient of TIME’s Best Inventions, dedicated to redefining what’s possible and inspiring you to do what’s never been done before. As the Founder of Not Impossible Labs – an innovation studio tackling seemingly impossible problems and creating real-world solutions for the sake of humanity – Mick has spent over a decade driving a movement of purposeful and life-changing innovation.
His “Help One. Help Many.” method has led to some of the most internationally celebrated inventions, including The Eyewriter, Project Daniel, Don’s Voice, and Project Bishop, as well as Bento (formerly Hunger: Not Impossible) and Music: Not Impossible – now successful spin-offs under the Not Impossible Labs portfolio.
At the core of Mick’s philosophy is the belief that stories have the power to inspire meaningful change. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, he takes audiences on an unexpected journey, sharing how he brought his groundbreaking inventions to life. With every talk, Mick leaves people feeling deeply inspired, energized, and motivated to take action so they too can make their impossible into NOT possible.
His approach of COMMIT, THEN FIGURE IT OUT, is the mindset that fuels Not Impossible Labs, where innovation, technology, and story come together to push boundaries and address critical human needs. Through his work, Mick continues to inspire, educate, and empower individuals, organizations, and communities to drive action, and make the impossible, NOT impossible.
Mick’s book, Not Impossible: The Art and Joy of Doing What Couldn’t Be Done, recounts his life and journey of performing a simple act of kindness that turned into a lifelong mission to change the world.
Speaker Videos
Innovation Catalyst | Commit, Then Figure It Out
Speaking Reel
Not Impossible Virtual Keynote
Introducing Not Impossible Labs
Not Impossible Labs
TEDYouth: Making the Impossible Possible
Speech Topics
The Fallacy of "Impossible"
Since launching the Eyewriter and the Not Impossible Foundation, Mick has passionately studied the concept of "impossible." Many of the innovations we rely on today—from synthetic fabrics and cell phones to computers and cars—were once considered impossible.
In this keynote, Mick examines the psychology of "impossible," the impact it has on organizations, and how leaders and teams can break through limiting beliefs to unlock innovation and meaningful change.
Audience Will Learn:
The psychological effects of the concept of "impossible" on organizations.
Strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs that hinder innovation and progress.
Creating a Culture of Impact & Purpose
Imagine what companies could achieve if every employee was activated by a deep sense of purpose. This isn't just about satisfaction, recruiting, or retention—it's about creating a movement where both organizations and society benefit.
In this keynote, Mick explores how organizations can build a culture of purpose and impact and the measurable effects it has on profitability, productivity, innovation, and engagement.
Audience Will Learn:
The importance of fostering a sense of purpose among employees and how it transcends traditional measures of job satisfaction.
Methodologies and practices organizations can use to align employees with a broader mission that benefits both society and business outcomes.
Radical Collaboration
Take a Hollywood producer, a New York professor, a fine artist, and a hacker with a criminal record. Put them together and what do you get? A device that helped a paralyzed man create drawings using only the movement of his eyes.
Collaboration comes in many forms—some of them unexpected. In this keynote, Mick explores the tools necessary to become a stellar collaborator and how to recognize the traits of collaboration-worthy individuals for your next big idea.
Audience Will Learn:
The value of diverse perspectives and skills in driving creativity and innovation.
How to overcome common obstacles in collaborative projects, including differences in opinion, communication barriers, and coordination challenges.
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