Ted Speakers
TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) speakers are individuals who have been invited to share their expertise, experiences, and innovative ideas at TED conferences and related events.
These speakers come from diverse fields, including science, technology, art, business, and more. TED talks are known for their engaging and thought-provoking nature, as speakers are given a platform to present their ideas in a concise and compelling manner, often in under 18 minutes. These talks are widely available online and have inspired and educated millions of people around the world.
TED speakers are selected for their ability to spark meaningful conversations and bring about positive change through their unique insights and perspectives.
AI educator and entrepreneur Andrew Ng helps organizations adopt machine learning responsibly and at scale through practical strategy, workforce upskilling, and real world implementation playbooks.
- Artificial Intelligence
Authenticity keynote speaker Mariana Atencio inspires audiences with fearless journalism, compelling storytelling and a transformative message about embracing identity, purpose and the power of being real.
- Event Host
Global economist and author who analyzes macroeconomic trends, advising leaders on investment strategy, geopolitical risk, and long term growth planning.
- Finance Economist
Negotiation keynote speaker Kwame Christian helps leaders navigate difficult conversations with confidence using psychology-based strategies that improve communication, resolve conflict, and drive meaningful outcomes.
- Negotiation Speaker
Jack Uldrich delivers future-focused keynotes that help leaders unlearn outdated assumptions, embrace exponential technologies, and thrive amid rapid disruption.
- Innovation Futurist
- (10 reviews)
Digital innovation strategist who demystifies emerging tech, AI and transformation into practical roadmaps that accelerate growth and capability at scale.
- Digital Innovation
- (1 reviews)
Melissa Stockwell is a Paralympic medalist, Army veteran, and keynote speaker who inspires audiences with powerful lessons on resilience, leadership, and overcoming adversity.
- USA Paralympian
- (1 reviews)
Renowned ocean explorer and keynote speaker, inspires global audiences with endurance feats, leadership lessons, and urgent ocean conservation advocacy.
- Ocean Sustainability
Robot ethics expert who helps audiences understand social robotics, trust, and the ethical impact of AI on work and society.
- Robotics Expert
- (3 reviews)
Dr Jordan Nguyen is a human futurist, biomedical engineer, and founder of Psykinetic who designs inclusive technologies and keynotes on AI, robotics, and ethical innovation.
- Human Futurist
Dr. Heidi Hanna is a performance strategist, neuroscientist, and bestselling author helping people and organizations optimize brain health, energy, and resilience under stress.
- High Performance Expert
AI research leader Yejin Choi advances common sense reasoning, ethical intelligence, and efficient AI systems, shaping the future of human-centered artificial intelligence.
- Director of AI Research, NVIDIA
Digital futurist and keynote speaker Scott Amyx helps leaders harness exponential technologies, smart cities, and innovation strategy to build resilient, future-ready organizations.
- Digital Futurist
Keynote speaker and technology strategist Amy Vetter helps organizations integrate accounting innovation, digital transformation, and mindful leadership to drive sustainable performance and holistic success.
- Digital Transformation
Creative innovation keynote speaker Jason Bevan reveals how Hollywood storytelling frameworks spark breakthrough ideas, elevate brand engagement and transform business performance using world-class creative strategies.
- Creativity Speaker
- (8 reviews)
Bruce Turkel is a branding expert, keynote speaker, and founder of Turkel Brands who helps organizations use creativity and customer insight to build powerful brands.
- Sales Speaker
Disruption expert and top management thinker Whitney Johnson helps organizations grow their people, strengthen innovation, and accelerate transformation through her powerful frameworks of personal disruption and smart growth.
- Business Innovation
- (7 reviews)
Globally recognized innovation leader and former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, helping organizations unlock bold ideas through practical, repeatable creative tools.
- Innovative Creativity
Neuroscience and biotech entrepreneur who connects brain-tech breakthroughs to human-centered product strategy and ethical adoption.
- Technology Innovation
Humanitarian leader and Wine to Water founder Doc Hendley transforms lives with his powerful story of resilience, service, and the mission to bring clean water to the world.
- Humanitarian Speaker
Technology ethicist and keynote speaker on humane AI, attention economy, and institutional resilience, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology.
- Tech Ethicist
Urban security and climate resilience keynote speaker Dr. Robert Muggah helps governments and organizations design data-driven strategies for safer, smarter, and more resilient cities.
- Cybersecurity Speaker
Sports journalist and keynote speaker Kate Fagan delivers powerful insights on athlete mental health, inclusion, and performance through lived experience, investigative storytelling, and actionable advocacy.
- ESPN Host
- (5 reviews)
Writer and storyteller who turns complex ideas into memorable narratives, inspiring audiences to think deeply, act boldly, and see long-term consequences differently.
- Popular Thinker
