William Kamkwamba's journey goes well beyond his incredible windmill and is a monument to human potential. In addition to being an entrepreneur and TED Fellow, this self-taught inventor and Dartmouth College alumnus has worked with the WiderNet Project and design powerhouse IDEO.org. As a seasoned farmer and fervent supporter of human-centered design, William has provided consulting services for projects involving... read full bio
In England, Ruzwana Bashir was raised in a tight-knit, traditional Pakistani immigrant community. She didn't know any ladies who went on to further their education or get employment, and her father worked as a fruit vendor. Bashir, however, continued to win. She was accepted to Oxford University, where she was elected president of the esteemed debating society. A Fulbright scholar,... read full bio
Susie Wolff, a former professional racer, is a businesswoman with more than 20 years of experience pushing for female diversity and representation throughout the world. She created history at the British Grand Prix when, while driving for 16-time World Champions Williams Racing, she became the first woman to compete in a Formula One race weekend in 22 years. Susie continued... read full bio
At university, MJ Petroni, a Cyborg Anthropologist, studied television series like Star Trek, but not (only) for fun. Their research focuses on the intricate interactions between people and technologies, examining how we influence technology and how it changes us. In order to prepare for emerging technologies, they assist organizations in becoming more digitally literate by addressing not only the tools... read full bio
Kay is a former judge with expertise in human rights law and a British barrister by training. She is the 2024 recipient of the TIME 100 Impact Award. She has written works about modern slavery, AI, and human rights. She became interested in the effects that technology will have on people worldwide. Kay has been researching and concentrating on the... read full bio
Alondra Nelson, the Harold F. Linder Professor at the Institute for Advanced Study, an independent research institute in Princeton, New Jersey, is an expert on the nexus of science, technology, policy, and society. She also holds a renowned position at the Center for American Progress as a senior fellow. Dr. Nelson formerly served as acting head of the White House Office... read full bio
Charles Frank Bolden Jr. is a former NASA administrator, retired U.S. Marine Corps Major General, and a former astronaut who has flown on four Space Shuttle missions. Bolden was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and he earned his B.S. degree in Electrical Science from the U.S. Naval Academy and went on to earn his M.S. degree in Systems Management from... read full bio
Robert Safian is editor and managing director of the award-winning monthly business magazine Fast Company. He oversees all editorial operations, in print and online, and plays a key role in guiding the magazine's advertising, marketing, and circulation efforts. Safian was honored by Crain's New York Business as one of the “40 Under 40” top young business executives in New York... read full bio
Brent Gleeson is a complex person with a unique trajectory that spans many industries, from journalism and writing to entrepreneurship and military service. He has demonstrated bravery, tenacity, and leadership in the face of adversity as a highly decorated Navy SEAL Combat Veteran. Brent Gleeson transitioned into a new phase of his life after serving in the elite Navy SEALs, using... read full bio
When Swan was just six years old, she and her family moved from Hong Kong to Boston. Swan enjoyed science and spent a lot of time discussing topics like space and the universe at a time when it wasn't "cool" to be intelligent. Swan, who was a bit of an outcast as a child, grew up with a strong sense of... read full bio
Linda Ellerbee is an outspoken journalist, award-winning television producer, best-selling author, one of the most sought-after speakers in America, a breast cancer survivor and a mom. In March 2000, the first three books of Ellerbees series for middle-school children, entitled Get Real, hit the bookshelves. The first, And So It Goes, a humorous look at television news, is still... read full bio
Leonard Brody is an exclusive keynote speaker, who covers entrepreneur and venture capitalistic aspects. Leonard co-found NowPublic.com, a platform for citizen journalism, and was CEO. TIME Magazine named the company one of the top 50 websites in the world, and was later acquired by Anschutz Corporation. Brody has been the President of the Clarity Digital Group which is responsible for... read full bio
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As the company's founder and CEO, Mike Walsh consults some of the largest brands and organizations in the world on emerging technologies, markets with rapid growth, and consumer behavior. Tomorrow is a premier consumer innovation research lab. He writes the best-selling book FUTURETAINMENT, which examines the relationship between new technology and consumer behavior, and is in demand as a keynote... read full bio
Babak Hodjat is the co-founder and chief scientist of Sentient Technologies, a company that started some of the world’s most powerful artificial intelligence. Apart from his work with A.I., he is also a scholar, inventor, entrepreneur, and technologist. Hodjat is a big name in the tech city Silicon Valley, and has started numerous companies there including being an architect for... read full bio
Clay Travis is an American sports journalist, writer, and radio host who has been the founder of OutKick. Travis was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and he has previously earned his degree from George Washington University before going on to study at Vanderbilt University Law School. Travis began his career working as a lawyer in the U.S. Virgin Islands as well... read full bio
Dr. Jonathan "J.J." Peterson is an incredible motivational speaker and it doesn’t hurt that’s he’s had quite the life. From dancing in a Missy Elliot video and being shown as one of Ellen DeGeneres’s favorite dancers, to earning his Ph.D. in communications, Dr. Peterson has a lot to say. He doesn’t just have a Ph.D. under his belt, he... read full bio
Jason Schenker is ranked as one of the most accurate forecasters of finance and futurist in the world, ranked top in 44 different categories by Bloomberg News. He’s considered in the top 100 most influential financial advisors according to Investopedia. Needless to say, he’s one of the most sought after speakers in the world and there’s a reason for it,... read full bio
Jasmine Roth is a renovation celebrity, designer and author who is enthusiastic about altering rooms and inspiring others via business acumen, creativity and the ability to see possibilities throughout. Roth, the winner of HGTV's Rock the Block, also hosts her own programs, Hidden Potential and Help! I Wrecked My House to save failed home renovation initiatives. She is also well-known for the... read full bio
Casey and Taylor Capuano are well-known for their inventive business strategies and spirit of entrepreneurship in the women's sportswear industry. The New York twin sisters appeared on ABC's "Shark Tank," where they discussed their startup, CAKES body. Taylor and Casey created the first washable, reusable silicone inserts for fitness, relaxation, and swimming wear—the first nipple cover pastie for the world... read full bio
