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Singularity Experts

Meet the world-renowned experts who deliver our transformative programs and events.

Singularity Experts

Trusted subject matter experts (SMEs) aligned with our key taxonomy areas. These distinguished professionals are available through our open enrollment program and our Speaker Bureau, offering organizations and event planners the opportunity to engage a Singularity Expert for speaking engagements, conferences, or specialized events.

You'll notice some of our Experts include the title of Fellow. Singularity Fellows are distinguished collaborators within the Singularity Expert community, recognized for their exceptional contributions to their respective areas of expertise. They play a vital role in advancing thought leadership, fostering community engagement, and expanding the network of experts, while also participating in speaking engagements and pro bono initiatives that further Singularity's mission.

Jamie Metzl
Jamie Metzl
Technology Futurist, Geopolitics Expert, Entrepreneur, Sci-Fi Novelist, Keynote Speaker
Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Transformation
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Jamie Metzl is is one of the world’s leading technology and healthcare futurists and Founder and Chair of the global social movement OneShared.World, a Senior Fellow of the Atlantic Council, a faculty member of NextMed Health, and a Singularity University expert. In 2019, he was appointed to the World Health Organization expert advisory committee on human genome editing.

Jaspreet Bindra
Jaspreet Bindra
Founder - Tech Whisperer Ltd. | Ex-CDO Mahindra, Microsoft, TAS
Distributed Ledger Technology, Fintech, Artificial Intelligence, Transformation, Leadership
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Jaspreet Bindra boasts 24 years of impactful leadership in global tech giants, Indian conglomerates and startups, with expertise in digital transformation and blockchain. He currently heads Digital Matters, offering insights on Blockchain, AI and Digital Transformation, and is working on a pioneering blockchain startup in the Future of Work sector. His best-selling book, 'The Tech Whisperer: On Digital Transformation And The Technologies That Enable It,' is a pivotal reference in the field. Jaspreet leads Singularity University in Gurgaon, India, and serves as a reseller partner. He's a prolific speaker, educator and columnist for Mint, India's esteemed business newspaper. With advisory roles in diverse entities, including ThoughtWorks and Mahindra Group, his extensive background also includes being SVP-Digital Transformation at the $20 billion Mahindra Group. Additionally, Jaspreet has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Retail Platinum Award for Management Excellence at Microsoft and Digitalist of the Year by SAP and Mint.

Jeffrey Rogers
Jeffrey Rogers
Principal at the boutique advisory firm be radical
Exponential Thinking, Purpose, Leadership
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Jenny Wright
Jenny Wright
Director of Knowledge, Singularity
Artificial Intelligence, Purpose, Innovation, Transformation,Ethics, Communities
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Jenny Wright is not only a multifaceted expert but also the Director of Knowledge at Singularity, where she has spearheaded initiatives in thought leadership and creative strategy. Drawing from a rich background in library science, learning design, and visual art, Jenny has positioned herself at the forefront of Generative AI exploration across various domains, including a special focus on film and game design

Jesper Beck
Jesper Beck
Founder of Audacious
Innovation, Leadership, Transformation
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Jesper is the founder of Audacious who provide trend interpretation, advise leaders to see and act on changing business dynamics, and engage in ventures with exponential potential.

Jody Medich
Jody Medich
Creative Strategist, Future of Technology & Society @Google
Mixed Reality, Innovation
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John Hagel
John Hagel
Futurist (Ex- McKinsey, Atari and Sequoia, and the Boston Consulting Group)
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Purpose, Leadership, Transformation
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John Hagel III has more than 40 years’ experience as a management consultant, entrepreneur, author, and speaker. While based in Silicon Valley, he has worked with leaders of large organizations around the world. After recently retiring as a partner from Deloitte, he founded a new company, Beyond Our Edge, LLC, that works with companies and people who are seeking to anticipate the future and achieve much greater impact, focusing on business transformation. He is also preparing to create a new center that will offer programs based on his latest book, The Journey Beyond Fear, to help people address the psychology of change and navigate through change at many levels. While at Deloitte, John was the founder and chairman of the Silicon Valley-based Deloitte Center for the Edge, focusing on identifying emerging business opportunities that are not yet on the CEO’s agenda. Before joining Deloitte, John was an independent consultant and writer and prior to that, he was a principal at McKinsey & Company and a leader of their Strategy Practice as well as the founder of their E-Commerce Practice. John has served as senior vice president of strategy at Atari, Inc., and is the founder of two Silicon Valley startups. John started his career at Boston Consulting Group. John has published 8 books, drawing on his research and experience as a management consultant and entrepreneur. With a background including McKinsey & Company and Atari, Inc., John is also a Singularity University faculty member and a Santa Fe Institute Board of Trustees member. His impactful books like "The Power of Pull" and recognition as an industry thought leader showcase his profound contributions to business literature. John's insights resonate in influential publications, marking his extensive influence and pioneering spirit in the business realm.

John Sanei
John Sanei
Futurist & Associate Partner Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies
Artificial Intelligence, Purpose, Leadership
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John Sanei is a futurism luminary, renowned for his captivating keynotes, transformative strategies and advisory prowess. With an emphasis on shaping the narrative of uncertainty, John leverages his expertise to propel organizations into the evolving landscapes of work and leadership. His counsel has guided businesses to harness AI's potential, foster agile cultures and navigate the complexities of tomorrow's challenges. Brands like Coca-Cola and Oracle have benefited from John's profound insights. A global expert at Singularity University and a faculty member at Duke Corporate Education University, his multidisciplinary approach blends neuroscience, psychology, leadership and AI. As a 5-time bestselling author and co-host of The Expansive Podcast, John amplifies his impact, encouraging others to embrace the future with audacious curiosity and confidence.

Jon Yeo
Jon Yeo
Communities, Computing, Leadership, Purpose, Wellbeing
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Jon works with Leaders and Changemakers to understand strategic influence. While leading TEDxMelbourne, he saw the YouTube data for, "what causes someone to pause, rewind or abandon a TED Talk?". He combined this data to better understand how to design for empathy, engagement and simplify complexity. Jon has been the Licensee for TEDxMelbourne since 2009 and is a past National President for Professional Speakers Australia If Jon has any "spare" time, he works with Youth, Youth at Risk and Diversity and Inclusion programs of major international organisations.

Jonathan Brill
Jonathan Brill
Futurist
Exponential Thinking, Leadership, Innovation, Exponential Thinking, Transformation
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Jonathan Brill, the Global Futurist at HP, is a transformation architect with a 20-year background in product innovation. He navigates the complexities of tomorrow's landscape through strategic foresight and technological innovation. With a proven track record, he has cultivated growth pipelines for renowned global brands, startups and institutions like the MIT Media Lab, yielding over 325 products and $27 billion in revenue. Jonathan's expertise extends to crafting user experiences, evident in his design of interactive exhibits, virtual reality installations and retail spaces. An accomplished speaker and thought leader, he shares insights on future industries, user interfaces and product strategies. Beyond his professional endeavors, Jonathan's curiosity delves into the science of gustatory perception, consulting with top chefs and sharing his research on platforms like TED. His fusion of forward-thinking vision and practical proficiency propels innovation in technology and business.

Jonathan Knowles
Jonathan Knowles
Science and Exploration Fellow at Mission Blue —The Sylvia Earle Alliance
Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Leadership, Communities
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Jonathan explores the dynamics of large-scale, long term change with a focus on beyond the horizon technologies, providing insight on the evolving role of applied innovation. Jonathan is a founding Singularity Expert and has worked at Apple, Adobe, and Autodesk.

Jos Dirkx
Jos Dirkx
Founder, Beenova AI
Artificial Intelligence, Purpose, Transformation, Exponential Thinking, Communities
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Jos Dirkx is a renowned media advisor, global speaker, author and world traveler. Originally from The Netherlands and born in Rio de Janeiro, she's lived in twelve countries and visited nearly 100. Passionate about transformative storytelling, EdTech and creativity, Jos founded Girls & Football SA and heads Meet Anna, focusing on human-based tech design. She's driven by Beenova AI, an AI and EI infused learning platform for 21st-century skills. With early years in Bangladesh and Senegal, Jos launched initiatives for equality, global education and diversity. Her goal is equitable education through socially conscious content and advanced tech. As an experienced international speaker, Jos tackles global challenges with ease, drawing from her diverse background to inspire audiences.

Jose Morey
Jose Morey
CEO and Founder of Ad Astra Media LLC
Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence,Space Technology, Innovation, Transformation, Foundational Concepts, Exponential Thinking, Ethics, Governance
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José Morey, M.D., also known as the first Intergalactic doctor, is Founder and CEO of Ad Astra Media where he provides role models and educational STEAM content to encourage more diversity in STEAM related fields. Dr. Morey has served as an advisor and thought leader to the world leading emerging technology companies and government agencies including, Liberty BioSecurity, IBM Watson, NASA, White House, Intra-American Development Bank, UN World Food Programme, Hyperloop, and Forbes. He has helped to drive innovation across world leading multidisciplinary teams that sit at the epicenter of genetic intelligence, national defense biotechnologies, precision medicine and augmented human performance. Additionally, Dr. Morey is a Fellow for the Eisenhower Foundation and holds faculty positions at Singularity University and the University of Virginia and at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He is a mentor for MIT Solve and IDEAS programs and has been featured on Forbes, Nature, Univision and NASA360.

Juan Miguel Lavista
Juan Miguel Lavista
Chief Data Scientist, Microsoft
Artificial Intelligence, Communities, Ethics, Governance
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Juan Miguel Lavista is the General Manager and Lab Director of the Microsoft AI For Good Research Lab, leading a team of data scientists and researchers in AI, Machine Learning and statistical modeling. He drives Microsoft's AI For Good initiatives, including AI For Earth, Humanitarian Action, Accessibility and Health. Juan's pioneering work on sudden infant death syndrome has been published in top journals and covered by global media. With a strong background in data science, he joined Microsoft in 2009, contributing to randomized experiments and Bing's data mining efforts. As the editor of the Microsoft Journal of Applied Research, he shapes the company's data science discipline. Juan also holds degrees in computer science from the Catholic University in Uruguay and a graduate degree in Data Mining and Machine Learning from Johns Hopkins University. He's an experienced speaker, presenting globally at conferences, universities and TEDx events.

Julie Legault
Julie Legault
Founder & CEO, Amino Labs
Biotechnology, Communities, Ethics, Purpose
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Julie Legault, a Montreal-based designer-entrepreneur, excels in translating intricate technologies into user-friendly experiences. With degrees from Concordia University, Royal College of Art and MIT Media Lab, Julie's career has been dedicated to making complex concepts accessible. Her work, spanning collaborations with celebrities like Rihanna and Imogen Heap, has been showcased in global publications and exhibitions. Driven by a mission to bridge the gap between technological innovation and public understanding, Julie founded Amino Labs, an MIT spinout, democratizing genetic engineering through interactive experiences. Recognized as a fellow of the Coaching Fellowship program for young women leaders of impact, Julie remains committed to shaping transformative products and experiences that inspire cultural change.

Jun Axup
Jun Axup
COO at E11 Bio
Biotechnology
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Jun Axup is Chief Science Officer and Partner at IndieBio, the world's leading life science accelerator.

Karen Tay
Karen Tay
Co-Founder, Her Life Ally
Governance, Communities
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Karen Tay has held senior leadership positions across the start-up and government worlds.

Kellie Nuttall
Kellie Nuttall
Lead - Deloitte's Analytics and AI practice in Australia
Artificial Intelligence, Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Leadership, Ethics
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Kellie leads Deloitte's Analytics and Artificial Intelligence practice in Australia and specializes in the Future of Mobility and the impact these technologies will play in shaping tomorrow's transport system. Kellie also has a PhD in consumer decision making and nudge psychology, and is particularly interested in the consumer psychology of transport decision making.

Kian Gohar
Kian Gohar
Founder and CEO of Geolab
Artificial Intelligence, Transformation, Innovation, Purpose, Leadership
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Kian Gohar is Founder and CEO of Geolab, a research lab focused on helping organizations build the next frontier of Human-AI collaboration through training and strategy. Kian is a former executive director of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, and has coached the leadership teams of dozens of Fortune 500 companies on innovation and AI. His latest research on Human-AI collaboration has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, Financial Times, NPR, and the Wall Street Journal. In 2022, he co-wrote the bestselling book “Competing in the New World of Work”, published by Harvard Business Review Press and translated into 7 languages. He’s a graduate of the Harvard Business School, and serves on multiple corporate and nonprofit boards.

Kris Verburgh
Kris Verburgh
General Partner & Head of Science, BOLD Longevity Growth Fund
Biotechnology, Governance, Wellbeing
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Kris Verburgh, born in 1986, is a distinguished medical doctor who graduated with top honors from the University of Antwerp, Belgium. He is a researcher at the Center Leo Apostel for Interdisciplinary Studies (CLEA) at the Free University Brussels (VUB), specializing in aging, nutrition, metabolism and preventive medicine. He coined 'nutrigerontology,' a field studying the connection between nutrition and aging-related diseases. Besides medicine, he explores evolution, consciousness and neuroscience. Authoring three science books by age 25, his debut work earned him the title of Europe's youngest science book author and an Eureka Science Prize nomination. His third book, "The Food Hourglass," analyzes how diet influences aging. A recognized expert, Verburgh's media engagements include newspapers, radio, TV and frequent lectures on medicine, health and science.

Kris Østergaard
Kris Østergaard
Head of Research & Publishing at Rehumanize Institute
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Innovation, Leadership, Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, Governance, Communities
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Lisa Andrews
Lisa Andrews
Chief Executive Officer, WAVIA
Distributed Ledger Technology, Innovation, Exponential Thinking, Leadership, Transformation
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Lisa Andrews is a visionary catalyst for global betterment, striving to level the playing field and unlock human potential. With a background in data, engineering and finance, she leads impactful projects that deploy cutting-edge technology to address pressing world challenges. An accomplished entrepreneur, Lisa received the Hunter Outstanding Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2018. Her collaborations span esteemed institutions like Singularity University, the United Nations and ACTAI, as well as initiatives like the Extreme Tech Challenge and 2030Vision. By aligning efforts with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, Lisa pioneers solutions to global issues through exponential technologies. Lisa envisions a future where humanity and technology collaborate seamlessly, forging a path of positivity for the next century. Beyond her mission, she indulges in reading, globe-trotting and kite surfing, embracing the diverse dimensions of life.

Liz Specht
Liz Specht
Food & Biotech Expert
Food, Biotech
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Most recently, Liz served as the Vice President of Science & Technology at The Good Food Institute. She identifies technological needs in alternative protein and supports research to move the field forward. Liz has a PhD in biological sciences from the University of California San Diego and postdoctoral research experience from the University of Colorado Boulder. She has a decade of academic research experience in synthetic biology, recombinant protein expression, and genetic tools. Liz believes in technology's potential to meet growing food demands sustainably.

Luke Haverhals
Luke Haverhals
CEO and Founder of Natural Fiber Welding
Energy Technology, Biotechnology, Innovation, Economies, Transformation, Communities
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Luke Haverhals is the CEO and Founder of NFW. Luke earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of Iowa and is an analytical chemist and materials scientist. He has used his expertise to explore all-natural alternatives to petroleum-derived synthetic plastics while serving as a Research Professor at the US Naval Academy. There, he developed a vision to develop bioneutral, high-performance materials from renewable natural nutrient inputs and this has become the foundation for NFW’s ecosystem of patented, paradigm-shifting material technologies. In an industry awash with incremental solutions, Luke is leading NFW to drive a moonshot systems-level shift away from petroleum-derived products and toxic chemistries. Luke’s professional mission is to collaborate with and empower material scientists, manufacturing workers and engineers, investors, change-makers, creators, and brands around the world to create a fully circular, holistically sustainable, low-carbon material economy from the ground up. Luke was named 2022 IPOEF Inventor of the Year. Luke is a Fortune+Salesforce Ecopreneur, Unreasonable Group Fellow, Business Insider Climate Action 30, Forbes Council Member, and World Economic Forum (WEF) Technology Pioneer, and graduate of The Circulars Accelerator, Fashion for Good Scaling Programme, and the Nation Science Foundation I-Corps Program.

Manuel Tanger
Manuel Tanger
Co-founder of Beta-i
Purpose, Mixed reality, Ethics, Exponential thinking, Transformation, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Foundation Concepts
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Manuel Tânger is a faculty member at Singularity University, specializing in innovation and entrepreneurship with a strong emphasis on exponential technologies. A co-founder of Beta-i, Manuel has been instrumental in developing a comprehensive collaborative innovation methodologies, now applied globally across multiple industries. His leadership in initiatives like the Beta-i Tech Labs for AI prototyping, and pioneering open innovation programs such as Free Electrons and (Re)Set, has established new standards in the energy and sustainability sectors. With a rich international background from living in Brazil, China, India, Europe, and more, Manuel's global perspective enhances his approach to innovation. This diversity is evident in Beta-i's expansion with offices in Sao Paulo, Lisbon, Brussels, and Boston, reflecting its worldwide influence. His academic foundation in Physics, culminating in a top-graded thesis under Nobel laureate Gerard t’Hooft, complements his professional achievements. Manuel's keen interest in complexity theory and complex networks further enriches his understanding of the interconnected challenges modern enterprises face. A committed learner and a father of three, Manuel's personal and professional lives are deeply intertwined with his passion for advancing human and technological potential.

Guest Speakers

Guest contributors are industry professionals and thought leaders not formally affiliated with Singularity. While they may be invited to share valuable insights in specific programs, they are not part of Singularity's official Speaker Bureau and cannot be booked through our channels for external engagements.

Sam Altman
Sam Altman
Co-Founder & CEO, OpenAI
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Artificial Intelligence
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Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI, a research organization that aims to ensure that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity. Previously, he was the president of Y Combinator, a startup accelerator known for its part in the rise of companies like Dropbox, Airbnb, and Stripe.

Steve Jurvetson
Steve Jurvetson
Co-Founder, Managing Partner, Future Ventures
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Artificial Intelligence
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Steve Jurvetson is a venture capitalist and an early investor in SpaceX, Tesla, and deep learning companies.

Tony Robbins
Tony Robbins
#1 Life & Business Strategist
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Leadership
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Tony Robbins is an American author, coach, speaker, and philanthropist, known for his self-help books including "Unlimited Power" and "Awaken the Giant Within." As a life and business strategist, Robbins advises and counsels Fortune 500 executives, athletes, and world leaders.

Tristan Harris
Tristan Harris
Co-Founder, Center for Humane Technology
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Artificial Intelligence
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Tristan Harris is a former Google design ethicist and a co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology. His work focuses on the ethical and humane use of technology in society. Harris has been a vocal critic of the ways social media manipulates users by exploiting their attention, dubbing himself the "closest thing Silicon Valley has to a conscience."

Vinod Khosla
Vinod Khosla
Founder & Managing Director, Khosla Ventures
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Artificial Intelligence
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Vinod Khosla is an Indian American billionaire engineer, businessman, and venture capitalist. He is the founder of Khosla Ventures and co-founder of Sun Microsystems. Khosla is known for his wide range of investments in various sectors, particularly in clean technology and biomedicine.

Vivienne Ming
Vivienne Ming
American Theoretical Neuroscientist and Artificial Intelligence Expert
Previous Abundance Summit Speaker
Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Vivienne Ming is a theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and author. She co-founded Socos Labs, her fifth company, an independent institute exploring the future of human potential

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