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.
Founder of HumAIn Capital, Simone has ~20 years investing in AI & Deep tech. Ex-Morgan Stanley banker, co-founded DARPA-tech startups backed by Microsoft & Intel. Faculty at Singularity University & AI & Quantum Venture Partner.
Advises boards on agentic AI strategy: which returns are real, which get competed away, and what a company has to own to hold an advantage. More than two years of advanced agentic systems in production with clients. Deepest experience in insurance and financial services.
Serial entrepreneur & change agent. Founder of INS (boutique HR & career management) & Co-Founder of Bill Fairies. Expert in workforce transformation, organisational development & human-centred solutions that empower people and strengthen communities.
Globally recognized futurist & keynote speaker, Sophie Hackford delivers 220+ talks on emerging tech. Advisor to John Deere & co-founder of 1715Labs. Expert in AI, quantum computing & the future of humanity.
Global thought leader & entrepreneur, 20+ years across workplace solutions. Founder/CEO of Work Club Global. Ex-Haworth VP. Lived & worked across 10 countries, fluent in 6 languages. A truly versatile future-of-work executive.
Founder & CEO of Nirvanic AI, Suzanne Gildert pioneers AI, robotics & quantum computing. Co-founded Sanctuary AI & Kindred AI. Ph.D. physicist, digital artist, and quantum computing trailblazer.
Actuary & social entrepreneur Dr. Taddy Blecher co-founded MII—named by Stanford as a top-12 global innovator—empowering 25,480+ South Africans via free education, generating $5B+ in career earnings. Skoll Award winner & WEF Young Global Leader.
Molecular biologist, educator & entrepreneur. Faculty at Singularity University, founder of Bayana Science, Princeton PhD. Expert in CRISPR, genomics & exponential tech. Championing diversity in STEMM globally.
Global leader bridging science & business for 20+ years. Tim drives transformative tech, future-ready leaders & innovation ecosystems through exponential thinking and strategic partnerships across corporate, academic & government sectors.
Physicist, engineer & VC. Ex-Google X founding member (Google Glass, Self-Driving Car). Led Yahoo Search & Microsoft Outlook. Now Founding Partner at At One Ventures, investing in deep tech to make humanity net positive to nature.
Founder & Joint MD of Maximus, Vanessa Gavan is an entrepreneur, psychologist & advisor empowering senior leaders to drive transformative change. Championing purpose-led leadership to build high-impact organisations across Australia.
Co-founder of FutureWork Studio, Vincent blends military leadership, McKinsey consulting & executive strategy to transform how organisations collaborate, solve problems & unlock team potential for lasting impact.
Social entrepreneur, speaker & SingularityU Mexico Director. Blends tech, creativity & conscious education for social impact. Co-founder of Uma School. Raised $100K in 10 days, reaching 20,000 people in East Africa.
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.
Globally recognized economist & futurist, ex-World Bank Lead Economist. Creator of population.io, endorsed by Bill Gates. CEO of World Data Lab, driving data-driven solutions to global economic challenges.
UX & food designer, co-founder of The SIX consultancy. Leads research & prototyping using Design Sprint methodologies. Advocates for future food systems; work showcased at Asian Art Museum & CA Academy of Sciences.
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.
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.