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.

Alexandra Carter - Image 08 (January 27, 2026)
      Negotiation keynote speaker and law professor Alexandra Carter helps leaders ask for more, negotiate with confidence, and resolve conflict using proven mediation and decision-making frameworks.
      • Negotiation Speaker
      Chris Hadfield - Image 07 (April 21, 2026)

          Brings space exploration to life with inspiring leadership lessons.

          • Inspired Leadership
          Lori Harder - Image 05 (May 4, 2026)

              She helps women build confidence, wellness, and financial independence.

              • Mindfulness Speaker
              Dr. Cady Coleman - Image 02 (April 22, 2026)

                  She helps teams collaborate, innovate, and perform in complex environments.

                  • NASA Astronaut
                  Jamie Clark - Image 04 (April 14, 2026)

                      He inspires teams to overcome challenges and perform at their best.

                      • Motivational Adventurer
                      Dr. Anne Harbison - Image 02 (April 21, 2026)

                          Helping leaders and teams thrive through change together.

                          • Executive Leadership
                          Lisa Ling: Investigative Journalist
                              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
                              Dr. Willie Jolley
                              • (5 reviews)
                                Dr. Willie Jolley delivers high-energy keynotes on resilience, performance, and transformation, empowering audiences to turn setbacks into monumental comebacks.
                                • Motivational
                                Chaunte Lowe - Image 04 (April 28, 2026)
                                • (4 reviews)

                                  She inspires resilience, strength and high performance through adversity.

                                  • Olympic Champion
                                  Alec Ross
                                      Alec Ross helps leaders navigate technology, geopolitics, and economic disruption with clear, future-focused insights shaped by his experience as a former Senior Advisor for Innovation at the U.S. State Department.
                                      • Technology Expert
                                      Thom Singer - Image 06 (April 9, 2026)

                                          He helps audiences create stronger relationships and more engaging events.

                                          • Motivation | Emcee
                                          Nadya Zhexembayeva
                                              Reinvention strategist and global business educator Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva equips leaders and organizations with actionable frameworks to innovate, adapt, and thrive amid constant disruption.
                                              • The Reinvention Guru
                                              James Beck
                                              • (3 reviews)
                                                Culture change leader James Beck uses neuroscience and the power of generosity to help organizations build happier, more unified, and purpose-driven workplaces.
                                                • Cultural Leadership
                                                Duncan Wardle - Image 02 (May 6, 2026)
                                                • (7 reviews)

                                                  He helps teams unlock creativity and build innovation cultures.

                                                  • Innovative Creativity
                                                  Nidhi Tewari
                                                      Keynote speaker and workplace culture expert Nidhi Tewari equips organizations and leaders with mental health insights and practical strategies to strengthen wellbeing, resilience, team dynamics and high-performance leadership.
                                                      • Workplace Culture
                                                      Dr. Gregory Stock - Image 01 (April 23, 2026)

                                                          Explores how biotechnology will reshape humanity, business, and society.

                                                          • Technological Innovation
                                                          Vishen Lakhiani - Authentic Networking
                                                              Vishen Lakhiani delivers transformative insights on human potential, leadership, and mind-body optimization, empowering audiences to upgrade performance and create meaningful impact.
                                                              • Mindvalley Founder
                                                              Johnny Quinn: Motivational Speaker

                                                                  He helps teams build resilience, agility, and peak performance.

                                                                  • Motivational Speaker
                                                                  Lili Gil Valletta - Image 04 (May 6, 2026)

                                                                      She helps organizations grow through cultural intelligence and inclusion.

                                                                      • Cultural Intelligence
                                                                      Curt Steinhorst
                                                                          • Generational Speaker
                                                                          Selena Rezvani - Image 07 (January 27, 2026)
                                                                              Leadership and self-advocacy keynote speaker Selena Rezvani empowers professionals to speak up with confidence, build influence, and close the leadership gender gap at work.
                                                                              • Leadership
                                                                              Dr. Vin Gupta - Image 01 (April 30, 2026)

                                                                                  He helps organizations make smarter decisions using healthcare and data.

                                                                                  • Healthcare Futurist
                                                                                  Ian Khan
                                                                                      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
                                                                                      Lewis Pugh - Image 07 (April 23, 2026)
                                                                                      • (1 reviews)

                                                                                        Inspires climate action through powerful storytelling and extreme endurance feats.

                                                                                        • Ocean Sustainability

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                                                                                        Frequently Asked Questions

                                                                                        Speaker fees vary based on experience, demand, and event requirements. We work with a wide range of budgets and can recommend options that fit your goals.

                                                                                        We make the process simple. Our team works closely with you to understand your audience, objectives, and budget, then recommends speakers who are the best fit to deliver a meaningful and memorable experience.

                                                                                        Yes. Most of our speakers tailor their content to align with your event theme, audience, and objectives—ensuring the message is relevant, engaging, and impactful.

                                                                                        Absolutely. We provide end-to-end support, from speaker recommendations and contracting to coordinating logistics, so you can focus on delivering a successful event.

                                                                                        Yes. Many of our keynote speakers and event hosts are available for virtual, hybrid and in-person events worldwide. Our team can recommend the best format for your audience and event objectives.

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