Byron Reese

Byron Reese

Keynote Speaker: AI Expert, Optimistic Futurist & Tech Entrepreneur; WSJ Bestselling Author of Five Books; Known as the "Future Of" Guy

Byron Reese Biography

With over 25 years as a successful tech entrepreneur, Byron Reese is uniquely suited to speak on the transformative effect of technology on the workplace and society at large.

Reese delights audiences worldwide and has been invited to share his reasoned optimism and vivid and energetic presentations on the future with audiences on every continent, including Antarctica.

Known as the “Future of” guy, Reese has spoken on the future of AI, the future of work, the future of banking, the future of education, the future of the planet, the future of agriculture, the future of finance, and the list goes on. When not speaking, he writes books that explore the intersection of technology and humanity and covers topics such as robotics, consciousness, progress, natural resources, and superorganisms.

Bloomberg Businessweek credits Reese with having “quietly pioneered a new breed of media company.” The Financial Times of London reported that he “is typical of the new wave of internet entrepreneurs out to turn the economics of the media industry on its head.” Reese and his work have been featured in hundreds of news outlets, including The New York Times, Washington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Reader’s Digest, NPR, and the LA Times Magazine. Byron holds numerous patents and has started and sold multiple companies, including two NASDAQ IPOs.

As a lifelong entrepreneur with multiple IPOs and successful exits, Reese frequently speaks to business audiences on how to excel in the world of tomorrow and how to deploy technology successfully. With a gift for storytelling, he captivates audiences worldwide with the message that technology is empowering us to build a better world, and he invites his listeners to imagine this better world and build it.

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Byron Reese Speaking Topics

AI & Employment

  • "Automation, AI & The Future of Work"
  • "A Great Time to Be a Human: Why No Machine Can Replace a Person"
  • "Preparing for the Jobs of Tomorrow"

Techno-Optimism

  • "The Fourth Age: Answering the Big Questions of Tomorrow"
  • "The Next Seven Years"
  • "Reasoned Optimism"
  • "The Coming Golden Age of Humanity"
  • "How to Innovate in a Rapidly Changing World"

Business & Leadership

  • "How to Innovate in a Rapidly Changing World"

Technology & Education

  • "Education in the 21st Century"

TECHNOLOGY & EDUCATION - THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION

The University system is a 12th Century French invention that remains to this day largely unchanged from its origins in the Middle Ages. Our K-12 system is a 19th Century German invention designed to produce homogenous factory workers. It too remains unchanged since the late 1800s. Now, we find ourselves in a world that has changed in ways no one expected. Now, the two most important job skills are teaching yourself new skills and working collaboratively with a team, neither of which are taught in our existing framework. How should education change? How will it? What skills will ensure that a person can economically contribute in a world of radical technological change?

Byron Reese Videos

Byron Reese Speaking Reel
Achieving Greatness Is A Choice: Byron Reese at TEDxAustin
Byron Reese - AI, Agora & The Singularity

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How much does it cost to book Byron Reese for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Byron Reese, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Byron Reese are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Byron Reese, 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 Byron Reese speak about?

Byron Reese is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Futurism, Authors, Innovation, Technology, Inspirational, Business, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Future of Work, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Executive Leadership, Leadership, TED, Data, Computer Science and Inventors.

Where does Byron Reese travel from?

Byron Reese generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Byron Reese?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Byron Reese 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 Byron Reese for your next private or corporate function.

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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 Byron Reese 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.

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Byron Reese is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Futurism, Authors and Innovation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Byron Reese for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Byron Reese generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Andrew Busch and Kevin Surace. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Byron Reese for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/02/2025.

Byron Reese Speaking Topics

  • AI & Employment

    • "Automation, AI & The Future of Work"
    • "A Great Time to Be a Human: Why No Machine Can Replace a Person"
    • "Preparing for the Jobs of Tomorrow"

  • Techno-Optimism

    • "The Fourth Age: Answering the Big Questions of Tomorrow"
    • "The Next Seven Years"
    • "Reasoned Optimism"
    • "The Coming Golden Age of Humanity"
    • "How to Innovate in a Rapidly Changing World"

  • Business & Leadership

    • "How to Innovate in a Rapidly Changing World"

  • Technology & Education

    • "Education in the 21st Century"

  • TECHNOLOGY & EDUCATION - THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION

    The University system is a 12th Century French invention that remains to this day largely unchanged from its origins in the Middle Ages. Our K-12 system is a 19th Century German invention designed to produce homogenous factory workers. It too remains unchanged since the late 1800s. Now, we find ourselves in a world that has changed in ways no one expected. Now, the two most important job skills are teaching yourself new skills and working collaboratively with a team, neither of which are taught in our existing framework. How should education change? How will it? What skills will ensure that a person can economically contribute in a world of radical technological change?

Byron Reese Videos

Byron Reese Speaking Reel
Achieving Greatness Is A Choice: Byron Reese at TEDxAustin
Byron Reese - AI, Agora & The Singularity
How Humanity Functions as a Single Superorganism
Byron Reese on Stories, Dice and Rocks That Think

Byron Reese Reviews

  • CyrusOne - Feb 16 2024

  • Infinite Progress is a prophetic book that deserves to be widely read. Drawing on Byron Reese’s insights about both technology and history, its energetic optimism about the future is a wonderful inspiration.
    Unknown - Dec 17 2013

  • Byron Reese is typical of the new wave of internet entrepreneurs out to turn the economics of the media industry on its head.
    Unknown - Dec 17 2013

  • Reese is a tall Texan who serves as Demand’s chief innovation officer and who created the idea-spawning algorithm that lies at the heart of Demand’s process.
    Wired Magazine - Dec 17 2013

  • Over the past decade, Reese has quietly pioneered a new breed of media company.
    Bloomberg Business Week - Dec 17 2013

Byron Reese News

  • How do I book Byron Reese to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Byron Reese 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 Byron Reese, 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 Byron Reese or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Byron Reese for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Byron Reese, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Byron Reese are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Byron Reese, 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 Byron Reese speak about?

  • Where does Byron Reese travel from?

    Byron Reese generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Byron Reese?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Byron Reese 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 Byron Reese 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 Byron Reese 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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