Kevin Kelly

Kevin Kelly

Keynote Speaker: Founder & Executive Editor of Wired Magazine, Author of "The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future"

Kevin Kelly Biography

Kevin Kelly has been a participant of, and reporter on, the information technology revolution for more than 30 years. Based in his studio in Pacifica, California, he immerses himself in the long-term trends of technology, tools and cultural behavior. He writes about the ripple effects and social consequences surrounding the culture of technology. His forthcoming book called "The Inevitable" (Viking, June 2016) chronicles how our lives in the near future will be shaped by a few long-term technological trends that are inevitable. Kelly’s previous book, "What Technology Wants" (Viking, 2010), presents a refreshing view of technology as a nearly living force in the world that affects society in an overall positive way. His other recent works include the graphic novel "The Silver Cord" (2015) and "Cool Tools: A Catalog of Possibilities"(Cool Tools Lab, 2013), a large-format, highly curated guide to the best of technology, tools and resources for modern self-sufficient living, which has already been compared to "The Whole Earth Catalog" of a generation ago.

Founder & Executive Editor of Wired Magazine Kelly was publisher and editor of the Whole Earth Review, a journal of unorthodox technical news. He co-founded the ongoing Hackers’ Conference and was involved with the launch of the WELL, a pioneering online service started in 1985. He authored the best-selling "New Rules for the New Economy" (Penguin Books, 1999) and the classic book on decentralized emergent systems, "Out of Control" (Basic Books, 1995), called "required reading for all executives" by Fortune. In addition, he writes for prominent publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Time, Harpers, Science, GQ, and Esquire. Earlier in life, Kelly was a photographer in remote parts of Asia (instead of going to college), publishing his photographs in national magazines and recently in the photo art book "Asia Grace" (Taschen, 2002).

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Kevin Kelly Speaking Topics

Current Technologies of Disruption

Progress is uneven. We can count on most things getting better incrementally, but some inventions are disruptive, causing discontinuities in society and business.

The Technium

What comes after the Internet? What is bigger than the web? What will produce more wealth than all the startups to date?

Kevin Kelly Videos

Kevin Kelly: How AI can bring on a second Industrial Revolution
HOW TO GAIN 1000 TRUE FANS - Kevin Kelly on London Real
The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

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What topics does Kevin Kelly speak about?

Kevin Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Technology, News & Media, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, World Affairs, Marketing, Motivational, Sales, Authors, Culture, Leadership, TED and Literary.

Where does Kevin Kelly travel from?

Kevin Kelly generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Kevin Kelly?

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

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Kevin Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Technology and News & Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kevin Kelly for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Kevin Kelly generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ray Kurzweil, Sir Richard Branson and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kevin Kelly for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/12/2023.

Kevin Kelly Speaking Topics

  • Current Technologies of Disruption

    Progress is uneven. We can count on most things getting better incrementally, but some inventions are disruptive, causing discontinuities in society and business.

  • The Technium

    What comes after the Internet? What is bigger than the web? What will produce more wealth than all the startups to date?

Kevin Kelly Videos

Kevin Kelly: How AI can bring on a second Industrial Revolution
HOW TO GAIN 1000 TRUE FANS - Kevin Kelly on London Real
The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly
Technology: The 7th Kingdom of Life by Kevin Kelly - YouTube
THE FUTURE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - Kevin Kelly on ...

Kevin Kelly Reviews

  • Lounge Communication OBO MVM Group - Nov 21 2022

  • I found Kevin's speech to be very practical and also very inspirational. His message was very clear and his delivery was excellent. He has a unique way of keeping the energy of his audience at a high level right from the beginning-even after the traditional post lunchtime slump. What I most liked about the content was that it was realistic, easily understood and I could relate it to everyday life. I hope to have Kevin as the keynote speaker at a conference I am hosting for my own clients in the near future as I feel his message and energy will be an inspiration for them also.
    Tax Recovery - Oct 19 2010

  • My expectations for Kevin’s presentation were extremely high and even at that, he exceeded every hope I had when I invited him to speak to our retail sales team. I have never witnessed a room full of people hanging on one person’s words for such a length of time. Kevin has a true & rare talent and the feedback so far has been extremely positive and the team is most energetic. I am confident that even the most cynical and unmotivated person could not have helped but be inspired in some shape or form. Most enjoyable & beneficial, Go raibh mile maith agat. - Maureen Dillon HR Manager Johnson Brothers Limited Distributors of Boss, D&G, Lacoste and Shiseido
    Johnson Brothers - Oct 19 2010

Kevin Kelly News

  • How do I book Kevin Kelly to speak at my event?

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

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

    Kevin Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Technology, News & Media, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, World Affairs, Marketing, Motivational, Sales, Authors, Culture, Leadership, TED and Literary.
  • Where does Kevin Kelly travel from?

    Kevin Kelly generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Kevin Kelly?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kevin Kelly 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 Kevin Kelly 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 Kevin Kelly 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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