Derek Ham
Keynote Speaker: Founder of Logic Grip, Department Head and Associate Professor of Art + Design at North Carolina State’s University
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While “intense rigor” seems to be the focal approach for research teams, I pose a tactic that might seem counterintuitive to this movement. I think we should become more “playfuly curious.” Play does not misplace rigor, but instead opens our minds to novel approaches and unconventional paths to new solutions to the problems we face. At times research is conducted through following meticulous rules, and other times researchers will remix and remake their approach to problem solving altogether. Yes, rules can also be broken, and sometimes discarded altogether. I believe some problems in the world are so unorthodox that narrow-based approaches can be the very thing that sabotages our ability to find unconventional solutions. The path forward might require us to abandon any conventional knowledge to launch us deeper into the unknown.
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Derek Ham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Design, Architecture, Professors, Research & Exploration, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
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Derek Ham generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Derek Ham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Design, Architecture and Professors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Derek Ham for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Derek Ham generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cesar Kuriyama, Rahul Mehrotra and Sheila O’Donnell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Derek Ham for an upcoming event.
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Fostering Curiosity and Creativity for Innovative Problem-Solving
While “intense rigor” seems to be the focal approach for research teams, I pose a tactic that might seem counterintuitive to this movement. I think we should become more “playfuly curious.” Play does not misplace rigor, but instead opens our minds to novel approaches and unconventional paths to new solutions to the problems we face. At times research is conducted through following meticulous rules, and other times researchers will remix and remake their approach to problem solving altogether. Yes, rules can also be broken, and sometimes discarded altogether. I believe some problems in the world are so unorthodox that narrow-based approaches can be the very thing that sabotages our ability to find unconventional solutions. The path forward might require us to abandon any conventional knowledge to launch us deeper into the unknown.
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Norfolk State University - Apr 28 2025
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How much does it cost to book Derek Ham for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Derek Ham, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Derek Ham, 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 Derek Ham speak about?
Derek Ham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Design, Architecture, Professors, Research & Exploration, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. -
Where does Derek Ham travel from?
Derek Ham generally travels from Raleigh, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Derek Ham?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Derek Ham 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 Derek Ham 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 Derek Ham 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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