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.
Global thought leader on future of work & learning. Chair at Singularity University, author of *The Next Rules of Work*, 1.7M+ LinkedIn learners. Helping orgs navigate rapid change.
Andra Keay, Founder & MD of Silicon Valley Robotics, leads the world's top robotics nonprofit—600+ startups, 50% of global investment. Expert in tech commercialization, AI ethics, and building innovation ecosystems worldwide.
CEO of Be Courageous, Kyle Hermans drives bold transformation for Fortune 1000s & startups. Oxford Leadership partner, Singularity University faculty, featured in Forbes. Father, musician & endurance athlete living courageously.
Researcher, writer & consultant with 10+ years in Silicon Valley. Ex-Principal Faculty at Singularity University, advising EY, Sony & FC Barcelona on emerging tech. Oxford MBA. Featured in Wired, Forbes & Vice.
Neuroscientist & behavioural strategist helping leaders harness brain science for AI adoption, digital transformation & high-performance cultures. Head of Consulting, Future Academy X | Partner, NeuroPower Group.
Venture design leader with 20+ years building regenerative, circular, and humane tech ventures. Executive at IDEO, Singularity University & Planet Home. Co-Founder of REUSEFUL. CMU BFA + ASU MS Biomimicry.
Impact tech pioneer & co-founder of first aerospace/drone companies. Ex-Singularity University VP, Stanford/Johns Hopkins alum, patent holder, keynote speaker, HBR & Forbes contributor, and author.
Philosopher, engineer & author at the AI-ethics frontier. IEEE chair, Apple consultant & EURAIO President. UN & World Bank speaker. Author of *Taming the Machine*. Champion of human-centered, trustworthy AI.
Global tech innovator, entrepreneur & futurist. Founder/CEO of EnnoFlow. MIT Innovator Under 35, U.S. DoS Entrepreneur of the Year. 20+ years bridging AI, energy & infrastructure. Keynote speaker & Singularity University Fellow.
Global cybersecurity expert & CISO at Avast. Top 100 CISO & security influencer. Keynote speaker on cryptography & surveillance. EU Quantum Flagship advisor pioneering next-gen cybersecurity.
Pioneering technologist & virtual world innovator, Philip Rosedale founded Linden Lab & created Second Life. Now back as CTO, he brings decades of expertise in immersive tech to drive the platform's next chapter.
Theoretical neuroscientist & entrepreneur Dr. Vivienne Ming cofounded Socos Labs to unlock human potential through AI. Her work spans cognitive neuroprosthetics to social impact, making her a leading voice on AI, inclusion, and gender equity.
Chemical engineer & CEO of VSParticle, pioneering spark discharge tech for precise nanoparticle production. Driving innovation in batteries, catalysis & nano-medicine with a globally recognized nanotechnology platform.
Biomedical engineer, entrepreneur & SingularityU faculty. Creator of Brainternet & brain-controlled devices. Wits Senior Lecturer, IET Fellow, serial co-founder (AURA, Tariffic). Pioneering tech-human convergence through biotech & ML.
Physicist, author & adventurer, Dr. Adriana Marais pushes human existence beyond Earth. Founder of the Off-World Project, Africa2Moon champion & Mars One finalist. Science, exploration & innovation pioneer.
Serial entrepreneur & Singularity University Global Expert. 20+ years in AI, tech & business strategy. Ex-Samsung SmartThings Director. Advisor, author & patent holder shaping AI's future across industries globally.
CSO at Human Rights Foundation & Oslo Freedom Forum since 2009. Global advocate bridging civil society, tech & policy. Author on Bitcoin & human rights. Featured in NYT, WIRED & more. Champion for economic freedom worldwide.
CEO & co-founder of Libelium, Alicia Asin Perez drives IoT innovation across 120+ countries. Award-winning thought leader in smart cities, sustainability & digital transformation. Rey Jaime I Award recipient & top IoT voice.
Principal Consultant & Singularity University Expert blending sci-fi imagination with exponential thinking to help leaders design bold, human-centered futures across defence, utilities, education & government.
Philosopher & cultural analyst, VP of Research at Singularity University. Expert in AI ethics, algorithmic bias & exponential tech. Empowering leaders to build equitable, responsible AI systems for a better future.
VP at Singularity Group, Amanda Manna drives transformation through learning & strategy. Ex-Lowe's Innovation Labs director behind robotics & a store in space. Co-founded Uncommon Partners, acquired by Singularity University in 2019.
CEO of Explorers' Lab, Amish Parashar is an inventor, entrepreneur & VC. Ex-Yamaha Motor Ventures partner, Top 100 Rising Star (GCV 2017). Lecturer at Stanford, Dartmouth & Singularity University.
Pioneering synthetic biologist & futurist, Andrew Hessel leads Humane Genomics, co-founded Genome Project-write, and co-authored The Genesis Machine—dedicated to harnessing living systems for humanity's greatest challenges.
Forbes Top 50 Women in Tech & CEO of Iris.ai, making deep scientific knowledge accessible via AI. Award-winning entrepreneur, global keynote speaker, and boundary-pusher who also builds race cars & rides a Harley.
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.
Brazilian entrepreneur & engineer. Founder of Circuit Launch, Oakland's 31K sqft robotics hub home to 80 startups that raised $100M+. Co-founder of mechlabs.ai, a hands-on, project-based mechatronics engineering program.
CEO & co-founder of Savor, pioneering carbon-neutral fat production to decarbonize food systems. PhD from MIT. Former Orca Sciences project director. Driving scalable climate solutions through science and entrepreneurship.
Aerospace engineer & founder of Free Flight Research Lab. Ex-Airbus, NASA PI, CTO of Outpost Technologies. Pioneering robotic paragliders & atmospheric sensing for climate science, wildfire research & flight safety.
Zack Abbott, PhD, is cofounder & CEO of ZBiotics, creator of the world's first genetically engineered probiotics. From Pre-Alcohol to Sugar-to-Fiber, he's making cutting-edge biotech accessible for everyday wellness.