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Science & Technology:
Co-Founder, Apple Computer, Inc.
Speaker Steve Wozniak changed the computer world when he designed Apple's first product line: Apple I and II. He is also a philanthropist focusing on computer use in schools.
Best-Selling Author on Science of High Performance
Best-selling author David Epstein has made it his mission to uncover the keys to achieving high performance in any domain. In his latest book, Range, he examines the world’s top performers, from professional athletes to artists and more.
World-Renowned Theoretical Physicist
Dr. Michio Kaku is an authority in Einstein's unified theory field, innovation, and "the future of the future.” He explores the science of tomorrow from computing power and AI to communication and genetics.
Emmy-Winning CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent
Whether he’s covering AI, the Internet of Things, autonomous vehicles, the latest consumer tech, a post-robot world, or preparing for climate change, David Pogue is a master communicator who brings even the most non-technical audiences up to speed.
Big Data Expert, Professor, Host of Nova Wonders
A popular TED speaker and passionate STEM education advocate, Dr. Williams deploys data in unusual and insightful ways, viewing subjects ranging from health to diversity in a new light.
Founder & CEO, Nest Labs
Tony Fadell is an active investor and entrepreneur with over 300 patents under his wing and a 25-year history of founding companies and designing products that profoundly improve people’s lives.
Host of Public Radio’s Science Friday
A 35-year veteran of public radio and the host of the long running Science Friday program, Ira Flatow is an award-winning science correspondent and broadcast journalist familiar to millions around the world.
World-Leading Expert on Climate Solutions
Dr. Jonathan Foley is a world-renowned environmental scientist and author. His work is focused on understanding our changing planet, and finding new solutions to sustain the climate, ecosystems, and natural resources we all depend on.
World-Renowned Neurosurgeon & Neuroscientist
Mexican immigrant Quiñones-Hinojosa went from migrant worker to head of brain tumor surgery at Johns Hopkins. His incredible story is being developed into a movie by Brad Pitt and Disney.
Bestselling Author & Creator of the Wildly Popular Blog Wait But Why
Tim Urban is a wildly popular thinker, blogger, illustrator, and speaker beloved for his ability to make sense of our world and humanity in head-spinning, hilarious ways.
LinkedIn Top Voice in Tech & STEM Educator
Justin Shaifer, award-winning Science & Technology TV Presenter & Producer, uses cutting-edge tech to revolutionize science education. Through his company Fascinate Media, Justin creates immersive educational experiences with 3D animation, volumetric capture robotics, and more.
Former NASA Astronaut
Mike Massimino is a former astronaut, the first person to tweet from space, a recurring character on The Big Bang Theory, a professor at Columbia University and a New York Times best-selling author.
Advanced Humanoid
The future is here and her name is Sophia, the world’s very first humanoid celebrity. The toast of the Tonight Show, Sophia has spoken before the UN General Assembly.
Science Teacher & Author
“Science Bob” Pflugfelder is a science teacher, author, maker, and presenter that knows how to share the world of science like never before. He is a regular guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Live With Kelly and Ryan, The Dr. Oz Show, and Nickelodeon.
Nationally Known Digital Health, Innovation & Person-Focused Healthcare Expert
Laura Adams, Senior Advisor at the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), provides strategic leadership for the Science and Technology portfolio of the Leadership Consortium.
Neuroscientist & Mental Health Advocate
Dr. Addy is a sought-after speaker on college and university campuses, a popular conference keynote speaker, and a frequent guest on podcasts and community panels where he discusses topics of neuroscience, mental health, faith, and diversity.
Deep-Sea Explorer
One of the world's most accomplished deep-sea explorers, Robert Ballard discovered the RMS Titanic and President Kennedy's PT-109. He is the Explorer-in-Residence for the National Geographic Society.
Futurist, Speculative Designer & Founder of Protopia Futures & Partner at Africa Life Centric Design
Monika Bielskyte is a futurist, speculative designer and founder of Protopia Futures & partner at Africa Life Centric Design.
Science Broadcaster, Decision Making Strategist, Tech/AI Expert, Philanthropist & Poker Champion
Liv Boeree retired from professional poker in 2019 soon after her breakout TED talk (3 Lessons on Decision Making from a Poker Champion) and is now focused on speaking, broadcasting/content creating, philanthropy and her popular podcast, Win-Win.
First Neurologist In Space
The world’s first neurologist in space, Dr. Roberta Bondar is globally recognized for her pioneering contributions to space medicine research, fine art photography and environment education.
Growth, Innovation & Sales Transformation Expert
Tiffani Bova’s illustrious career has been marked by a long (and continuously growing) list of accomplishments and honors: Two-time Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author and Former Global Growth & Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce.
#1 Ranked Futurist in the World by Forbes & Futurist in Residence at Amazon
Jonathan Brill helps audiences and executives take advantage of the collision of AI, geopolitical, economic, and societal trends to transform their businesses, mindsets, and turn ideas into action to win the next five years.
Managing Director, Head of Wealth Management Cybersecurity, Morgan Stanley
Prashanth is responsible for addressing the risks cyberattacks present to data, resilience and fraud. He manages the security of all Wealth Management hardware, networks, applications and users to ensure sensitive digital data is protected.
Co-Founder of Blackboard & CEO of PrecisionHawk
Michael Chasen is an entrepreneur who is focused in the technology, education, and Social Local Mobile (SoLoMo) space.
AI Educator & Innovation Speaker
Dan Chuparkoff is one of the world’s leading experts on AI, innovation, & the future of work. As a technology leader at Google, McKinsey, and more; Dan led transformations for teams in every industry.
Father of the Cell Phone, Inventor, Futurist & Entrepreneur
Martin Cooper is a visionary, inventor and entrepreneur who conceived of the first portable cellular telephone handset in 1973 and led the team that developed and introduced it. He is known as the “father of the handheld cellular phone."
TED Speaker & Space Exploration Engineer
As a child, Nagin Cox had a dream of exploring space. And through incredible determination, a fighting spirit and a never-quit attitude, she has done just that. Cox has been a spacecraft operations engineer at NASA’s JPL for over 2 decades.
America’s First Latina Fighter Pilot
Turned away from flight school because she was a woman, Custodio went on to break barriers (including the sound barrier) as the first Latina USAF pilot and commercial pilot for American Airlines.
Expert on Change, Transformation & Success
Dietmar Dahmen is a leading European speaker on change, future, disruption, digital transformation, innovative business models, sales and marketing and customer centered success.
The E-mail Sanity Expert®
Randall Dean, MBA, is the author of the recent Amazon.com #1 E-mail Bestseller, Taming the E-mail Beast, as well as the producer and creator of several highly-rated video-based self-study courses.
Researcher, Practitioner, Academic & Author
Cecilia Dones (‘Ceci’), is a data & analytics practitioner-academic, author, and international speaker focused on the intersection of technology, data, and trust.
Optimistic Futurist, Recovering Tech CEO, Author, & TEDx Speaker
Josh Allan Dykstra is the futurist who makes tomorrow feel exciting. A keynote speaker, tech CEO, and serial entrepreneur, he's spent 2 decades building 5 companies and working with iconic brands like Microsoft, Amazon, CHANEL, and Genentech, with his clients employing 1M+ people.