J.B. Straubel

J.B. Straubel

Keynote Speaker: Co-Founder & Former Chief Technical Officer of Tesla; Founder of Redwood Materials; Engineer, Entrepreneur & Sustainable Energy Innovator

J.B. Straubel Biography

J.B. Straubel is a distinguished engineer and entrepreneur, acclaimed for his seminal contributions to the advancement of sustainable energy and electric vehicle technology. He is perhaps most renowned for his foundational role as the Co-Founder and former Chief Technology Officer of Tesla Inc., a global leader in electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. Straubel’s comprehensive expertise in electric powertrains and advanced battery technology has been a driving force in propelling Tesla to a vanguard position within the sustainable energy industry.

Before establishing himself at Tesla, Straubel sharpened his competencies in energy storage systems at Volacom, an aerospace company he co-founded. There, he worked on groundbreaking projects such as the development of hybrid electric aircraft. Upon his move to Tesla, Straubel was responsible for orchestrating pivotal initiatives, including the conception and development of the Tesla Roadster, Model S, and Model 3. His leadership was instrumental in the conceptualization and realization of Tesla’s Gigafactory, which significantly expanded the company’s production capabilities. Throughout his fifteen-year tenure as CTO, Straubel played a crucial role in research and development, team building, and operational scaling, overseeing the company’s evolution from prototype vehicles to mass production and gigawatt-hour-scale energy storage.

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J.B. Straubel Speaking Topics

Speaking Topics & Expertise

  • Electric Vehicles
  • Power Electronics
  • Engineering
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Technical Leadership
  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Recycling Technology
  • Innovation

J.B. Straubel Videos

Redwood Materials' JB Straubel and the US' strategic battery stockpile
Big Ideas in Sustainability with JB Straubel
Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel on his climate startup Redwood Materials

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What topics does J.B. Straubel speak about?

J.B. Straubel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Business, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Motivational, Leadership, Economy, Finance, Internet and Cybersecurity.

Where does J.B. Straubel travel from?

J.B. Straubel generally travels from Fremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for J.B. Straubel?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like J.B. Straubel 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 J.B. Straubel for your next private or corporate function.

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J.B. Straubel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Business and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book J.B. Straubel for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. J.B. Straubel generally travels from Fremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marc Randolph, Ray Kurzweil and Martin Eberhard. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling J.B. Straubel for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/10/2024.

J.B. Straubel Speaking Topics

  • Speaking Topics & Expertise

    • Electric Vehicles
    • Power Electronics
    • Engineering
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Technical Leadership
    • Renewable Energy Systems
    • Recycling Technology
    • Innovation

J.B. Straubel Videos

Redwood Materials' JB Straubel and the US' strategic battery stockpile
Big Ideas in Sustainability with JB Straubel
Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel on his climate startup Redwood Materials

J.B. Straubel Reviews

  • Sierra Ventures - Oct 21 2019

  • Only good things - thank you for all the help! Really enjoyed the experience.
    UBM Advanced Manufacturing Group - Mar 31 2017

  • The client had very positive feedback and in fact was looking to potentially book JB for another speaking engagement in the near term.
    Approach Global on behalf of Citibank - Sep 10 2016

  • "Friday’s forum was great. JB did an excellent presentation and was well received by the participants. A lot of participants showed great interest in JB’s presentation including the Top management of Doosan Group."
    Doosan Group - Jul 24 2014

J.B. Straubel News

  • How do I book J.B. Straubel to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for J.B. Straubel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book J.B. Straubel are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire J.B. Straubel, 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 J.B. Straubel speak about?

    J.B. Straubel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Business, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Motivational, Leadership, Economy, Finance, Internet and Cybersecurity.
  • Where does J.B. Straubel travel from?

    J.B. Straubel generally travels from Fremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for J.B. Straubel?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like J.B. Straubel 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 J.B. Straubel 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 J.B. Straubel 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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