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Kevin Surace


Kevin Surace is an American entrepreneur, technology innovator, CEO, speaker, and streaming producer who was honored as the entrepreneur of the year in 2009.

This dynamic public speaker has shared his wisdom from TED to US Congress in multiple speeches. He champions the technology field and has been awarded around 93 patents to this day.

He was featured by Forbes, Time, Fortune, Business Week, CNN, FOX News, etc., and was recognized as a technology pioneer by World Economic Forum, CNBC, Planet Forward, etc.

As an automation and robotics speaker, his speeches are mostly crafted around AI and the impact of technology on the future of mankind.

David Hanson

David Hanson is an American roboticist and researcher who founded the Hong Kong-based robotics company called Hanson Robotics which gained worldwide attention as the creator of Sophia, the popular realistic humanoid robot which was the first robot to be granted citizenship.

Being labeled a ‘genius’ by WIRED magazine and PC magazine, his works are centered around the creation of socially adept humanoid robots that can mimic human behavior and expressions.

He was rightfully honored by NASA, Cooper Hewitt Design, NSF, etc., and had earned praises across the globe for his engaging and thoughtful speeches.

Sarah Burnett

Sarah Burnett, an English industry analyst, had left her mark as a board advisor, author, and technology evangelist. She is the founding partner at Emergence Partners and the author of “The Autonomous Enterprise-Powered by AI”.

She also founded AI Accelerator, which is a platform where free AI events for educational purposes can be hosted and attended.

She was recognized as one of the 50 most influential people in the UK IT field by Computer Weekly in 2019 and was shortlisted by Information Age for AI leader of the year in 2018.

As an automation and robotics keynote speaker, her naturally charismatic speeches are crafted around automation technologies, sourcing, competitive strategies, and market trends.

Benson Hougland

Benson Hougland is an American software developer with a keen eye on industrial automation and information technology markets.

He is at present, the Vice President of Marketing at Opto22, where he has the responsibilities of product strategy, training, marketing, communications, etc.

He has delivered many speeches across the world including TED and his TED Talk is one of the most viewed videos of the TED channel.

He mostly speaks about the Internet of Things and automation along with other technology-related topics.

He is an active writer too who comments on the changing technologies on a regular basis.

Natalie Panek


Natalie Panek is a Canadian aerospace engineer who is presently employed at the robotics and automation division of the space technology company named MDA.

She is also a cyber mentor at the online program of the University of Calgary who mostly focuses on research and development work regarding outer space, satellites, etc.

She is a highly celebrated automation and robotics speaker who has delivered multiple TEDx talks that have gained millions of views on YouTube and has been recognized by Forbes, WXN, CBC, etc.

Ben Goertzel


Ben Goertzel is an artificial intelligence researcher based in the USA who presently holds multiple top positions in various companies.

He holds the position of CEO at Novamente LLC, which is a software company, the position of chief scientist at Aidyia Holdings, CEO of Bio mind LLC, and the Director of research at the Singularity University.

He also spearheads a project called Singularity NET, which combines the possibilities of AI and blockchain technology for universal and democratic access to artificial intelligence.

Ben has delivered multiple presentation and keynotes at many tech conferences on his approach to AI; including one Google tech talk which earned global attention.

Shashank Samala


Shashank Samala is an entrepreneur and innovator based in the USA and has co-founded the company named Tempo Automation which focuses on customized electronics manufacturing.

He recently founded Heirloom Carbon Technologies, which aims to bring a positive change in the effects of high carbon footprint and climate change.

Mr. Samala was featured in Forbes’ ‘30 under 30’ list for the innovative work in electronics manufacturing. His work enables leading hardware companies to get their prototypes faster than ever, boosting the entire industry.

The scope of his works extends to robots, satellites, rockets, and more.

Jessica Groopman


Jessica Groopman is an excellent orator, an industry analyst who has co-founded Kaleido Insights which specializes in automation technologies and associated research.

Her field of expertise is in the Internet of Things, AI, digital inclusion, sustainable digital transformation, and blockchain technology.

She consults and advises multiple companies regarding the application of sensors, machine learning, etc., and her past clients include Intel, Microsoft, Pandora, Coca-Cola, Cisco, etc.

Jessica is a regular host and speaker at various national and international technology-related events.

Bruno Maisonnier


Bruno Maisonnier is a French innovator and entrepreneur who founded Aldebaran Robotics and presently functions as the CEO of the firm Another Brain.

Aldebaran, the brainchild of Bruno Maisonnier led the world in consumer humanoid robotics and created many companion humanoid robots like NAO, PEPPER, ROMEO, and others.

He is an excellent entrepreneur who makes the best out of multicultural environments and an excellent orator who delivers thoughtful speeches on companion robots, AI-induced personal robotics, etc. and an innovator who has developed multiple prototypes of humanoid robots.

Jim Pinto

Jim Pinto is an American entrepreneur, speaker, author, technology futurist, industrial automation commentator, and consultant who has clear views on the automation trends and development of the AI industry.

He is a member of the World Future Society and the Association of Professional Futurists and was honored as the small business person of the year by the state of California. He was featured in INC, Industry Week, and Esquire.

As an automation speaker, he delivers keynote speeches across the world, and provides consultant services on strategic business planning, technology planning, marketing, sales channel development, acquisition strategy, etc.

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