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.

Dr. Cady Coleman is a former NASA astronaut, Air Force Colonel and spaceflight expert whose keynote presentations reveal how leadership, teamwork and innovation thrive in extreme environments.
  • NASA Astronaut
Business leader and A-Rod Corp CEO Alex Rodriguez equips corporate audiences with high-impact insights on leadership, strategic growth, innovation and peak performance drawn from his journey from athlete to entrepreneur.
  • Business Celebrity

Dale Smith Thomas is an esteemed professional speaker, revered for her unparalleled ability to connect deeply with audiences worldwide. Renowned for her dynamic blend of transparency, honesty, humor, and warmth, Dale embarks on transformative journeys during her presentations, leaving an indelible mark on each individual fortunate enough to experience her message. As an unapologetic optimist, […]

  • Motivational Speaker
  • (1 reviews)
Salim Ismail explores the challenge of disruptive innovation within organizations and society.
  • Future Strategist
  • (1 reviews)
Royalty and resilience keynote speaker Princess Sarah Culberson empowers audiences with transformative insights on identity, purpose, cultural connection, and humanitarian leadership.
  • Humanitarian
  • (1 reviews)
Jamie Hess is a TEDx speaker, media personality, and branding expert who helps individuals and organizations harness gratitude, authenticity, and “star power” to drive success and purpose.
  • Gratitudeology™
  • (7 reviews)
Lolita Taub champions community-driven innovation, empowering underestimated founders and funders with proven strategies for early-stage growth, inclusive investing and lasting social impact.
  • Latino Innovation
Biotech strategist who translates genomic and life science breakthroughs into practical roadmaps that help healthcare leaders innovate responsibly and improve patient outcomes.
  • Technological Innovation
Leadership strategist and organizational behavior expert Tanya Menon empowers teams and leaders to make smarter decisions, strengthen culture, and close performance gaps through actionable behavioral science insights.
  • Organizational Psychologist
Resilience speaker and best-selling author Ellie Shefi empowers audiences with proven mindset, leadership and transformation strategies drawn from overcoming extreme adversity and building purpose-driven success.
  • Inspirational Speaker
Empowerment speaker and vocal percussionist Butterscotch Clinton inspires audiences through genre-defying music, resilience, and identity-driven storytelling that challenges norms and elevates human connection.
  • Empowerment Speaker
Change and leadership keynote speaker Linda Edgecombe energizes audiences with humor-driven perspective shifts that spark accountability, resilience, and renewed commitment to meaningful action.
  • Leadership & Change
Journalist and keynote speaker Lisa Ling delivers powerful insight into global and domestic social issues through fearless storytelling, investigative reporting, and decades of frontline media experience.
  • Investigative Journalist

Colonel Chris Hadfield woke up the world (on Twitter) every day while living aboard the International Space Station for over five months with the words “Good morning, Earth.” Since blasting off from Kazakhstan in December 2012, Hadfield has become a worldwide sensation, harnessing the power of social media to make outer space accessible to millions […]

  • Inspired Leadership
Ian Khan is a global technology futurist and metaverse authority helping organizations navigate AI, blockchain, digital transformation and future readiness with actionable, industry-spanning strategies.
  • Technology Futurist
Peak performance expert and bestselling author Steven Kotler helps individuals and organizations unlock flow states, accelerate learning, and achieve extraordinary results through science-backed performance strategies.
  • Human Performance
Olympic keynote speaker Ruben Gonzalez shows audiences how ordinary people achieve extraordinary success through mental toughness, consistent action and the proven strategies he used to become a four-time Olympian.
  • Latino Inspirational
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
  • (6 reviews)
Former CEO turned authenticity strategist who helps leaders translate bold honesty into business results with frameworks to increase trust, engagement, and measurable growth
  • Business Growth
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
  • (14 reviews)
Ocean adventurer and author who converts solo endurance feats into leadership playbooks for grit, planning, and relentless focus under pressure.
  • Ocean Adventurer
Entrepreneur and sustainability leader Adam Braun helps organizations navigate the future of work, accelerate low-carbon transformation, and drive global impact through innovation, upskilling, and purpose-driven leadership.
  • Humanitarian
Longevity keynote speaker and physician Kien Vuu helps leaders achieve peak performance, optimal health, and long-term vitality by blending science-driven medicine with ancestral wisdom.
  • Performance Expert
  • (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

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