Jeff Raikes
Keynote Speaker: Co-Founder of the Raikes Foundation & Former CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
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Jeff Raikes Biography
Jeff Raikes, a co-founder of the Raikes Foundation, has dedicated his extensive career to technology sector leadership and philanthropic initiatives. Prior to his philanthropic endeavors, Raikes held a 27-year career at Microsoft Corporation, where he ascended to become the President of the Microsoft Business Division. His tenure at Microsoft was marked by his role as a key strategist behind the company's investments in graphical applications for the Apple Macintosh and the Microsoft Windows operating system, as well as driving the product strategy and design of Microsoft Office.
Upon his retirement from Microsoft in 2008, Raikes took on the role of CEO at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, serving until 2014. His leadership in this position showcased his commitment to philanthropy and his ability to lead large-scale organizations. His philanthropic work extends to his role on the boards of multiple organizations, such as Giving Tech Labs, Costco Wholesale, Hudl, and the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
In addition to his professional and philanthropic responsibilities, Raikes has made significant personal contributions to educational institutions. He was a major donor to the Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity at Stanford University and donated approximately $10 million to the University of Nebraska's JD Edwards Honors Program. His commitment to education is further evidenced by his service as the Chair of the Stanford University Board of Trustees. With a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering-economic systems from Stanford University, Raikes' expertise spans both technology and management.
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Jeff Raikes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Innovation, Creativity, Business Leadership, Technology, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Culture, Entrepreneurship and Inspirational.
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Jeff Raikes generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Jeff Raikes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Innovation and Creativity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jeff Raikes for virtual events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Jeff Raikes generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Jeff Taylor and Ray Kurzweil. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jeff Raikes for an upcoming event.
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Gates Foundation CEO Jeff Raikes to Depart - Digits - WSJ
Former Microsoft executive Jeff Raikes said Tuesday he will step down as chief executive of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation once a successor is named.
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How do I book Jeff Raikes to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jeff Raikes 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 Jeff Raikes, 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 Jeff Raikes or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Jeff Raikes for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Jeff Raikes, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jeff Raikes, 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 Jeff Raikes speak about?
Jeff Raikes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Innovation, Creativity, Business Leadership, Technology, Social Activism, Non-Profit, Leadership, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Culture, Entrepreneurship and Inspirational. -
Where does Jeff Raikes travel from?
Jeff Raikes generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Jeff Raikes?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jeff Raikes 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 Jeff Raikes 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 Jeff Raikes 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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