Alec Ross

Alec Ross

Keynote Speaker: Innovation Expert, Author of "The Industries of the Future", Former Senior Advisor for Innovation

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Alec Ross Biography

Alec Ross is recognized as one of America's foremost experts on innovation. He serves as a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at Johns Hopkins University and authored "The Industries of the Future," published by Simon & Schuster in February 2016. The book delves into the technological and economic trends that will shape the next decade, including cybersecurity, big data, the commercialization of genomics, and the code-ification of money, markets, and trust.

Eric Schmidt, former Chairman of Google, described Ross as one of the rare individuals who can discern patterns in chaos and provide guidance for the future. He noted Ross's diverse expertise allows him to tackle global challenges with innovative solutions.

Ross’s career accolades include being named one of the Top 100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy Magazine and receiving the U.S. Department of State Distinguished Honor Award, the Oxford University Internet & Society Award, recognition as one of Huffington Post's 10 Game Changers in Politics, and the Tribeca Film Festival Disruptive Innovation Award.

Previously, Ross served for four years as Senior Advisor for Innovation to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, a position tailored for him to leverage technology and innovation in American diplomacy. His responsibilities covered a range of issues such as cybersecurity, Internet Freedom, disaster response, and the implementation of network technologies in conflict zones.

Ross also played a significant role in the political sphere as the Convener for the Technology, Media & Telecommunications Policy Committee during Barack Obama's 2008 presidential campaign and was part of the Obama-Biden Presidential Transition Team. In 2000, he co-founded One Economy, a technology-centered nonprofit organization that expanded from a basement operation into a global entity aiding millions of low-income individuals across four continents.

In addition to his professional achievements, Ross has contributed to academic discourse, with articles in the Johns Hopkins SAIS Review of International Affairs and the NATO Review. He also frequently lectures at esteemed institutions such as the United Nations, Oxford University, Harvard Law School, and Stanford Business School. Ross began his career as a sixth-grade teacher in Baltimore through Teach for America, where he continues to reside with his wife and their three children.

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Alec Ross Videos

Alec Ross: Global rebellion - YouTube
Alec Ross: Breakthrough Innovation and Global Economic Growth ...
Industries Of The Future | Alec Ross | TEDxBaltimore - YouTube

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What topics does Alec Ross speak about?

Alec Ross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Social Media, Technology, Marketing, Political, Science, Business, Authors, Culture, Leadership and E-Commerce.

Who is the agent for Alec Ross?

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Alec Ross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Social Media and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book Alec Ross for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Alec Ross can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Peter Thiel, Jimmy Wales and Tal Ben-Shahar. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alec Ross for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Alec Ross Videos

Alec Ross: Global rebellion - YouTube
Alec Ross: Breakthrough Innovation and Global Economic Growth ...
Industries Of The Future | Alec Ross | TEDxBaltimore - YouTube
Book Talk with Alec Ross
RSA REPLAY: What Are the Industries of the Future?
  • How do I book Alec Ross to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Alec Ross for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Alec Ross, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Alec Ross or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Alec Ross for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Alec Ross, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Alec Ross are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Alec Ross, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Alec Ross speak about?

    Alec Ross is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Social Media, Technology, Marketing, Political, Science, Business, Authors, Culture, Leadership and E-Commerce.
  • Who is the agent for Alec Ross?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Alec Ross for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Alec Ross for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Alec Ross or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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