Ron Garan

Ron Garan

Keynote Speaker: Retired NASA Astronaut, Social Entrepreneur, Author

Ron Garan Biography

Colonel Ron Garan, a retired NASA astronaut, fighter pilot, and test pilot, has significantly contributed to both space exploration and humanitarian efforts. He is also recognized as a social entrepreneur.

Garan has accumulated 178 days in space, traveling over 71 million miles across 2,842 orbits of Earth. His extensive experience includes flights on both the US Space Shuttle and the Russian Soyuz spacecraft, as well as completing four spacewalks. Beyond his space missions, Garan spent 18 continuous days living and working on the ocean floor during the joint NASA-NOAA, NEEMO-9 mission at the Aquarius undersea research lab.

After his space career, Garan was involved with the US Agency for International Development (USAID), where he led the Unity Node project. This initiative aimed to develop a universal, open-source, collaborative platform to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian organizations globally. In 2007, he co-founded Manna Energy Ltd., which was the first organization in the world to register a United Nations Clean Development Mechanism carbon credit program for water treatment.

Garan's commitment to leveraging technology and collaboration for global betterment is further evidenced by his role at Manna Energy Ltd. He continues to advise the Social Business movement, aiming to foster technological and entrepreneurial solutions to environmental and social issues. His book, "The Orbital Perspective: Lessons in Seeing the Big Picture from a Journey of 71 Million Miles," published by Berrett-Koehler, underscores his vision and experiences that advocate for a cooperative approach towards a sustainable planet.

Currently, Ron Garan holds the position of Co-President and Chief Pilot for World View Inc., a pioneering company in high altitude and space technologies. This role underscores his ongoing commitment to exploring innovative mechanisms for viewing and solving the problems facing our world today from an orbital perspective.

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Ron Garan Speaking Topics

Conversations with Ron Garan

Leadership & Risk Management, Finding Unity in Divisive Times, Embracing Change & Technology, Corporate Social Responsibility, Innovation & Planetary Stewardship, Social Entrepreneurship

Ron Garan Videos

Ron Garan, Virtual Keynote Speaker - YouTube
Awe and Wonder of Space | Ron Garan Part 2 - YouTube
Ron Garan NASA astronaut, fighter pilot, entreprenuer and ...

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What topics does Ron Garan speak about?

Ron Garan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Engineering, Space, Business, Inspirational, Entertainers, Technology, TED, Social Media, Adventure, Celebrity, Motivational, Leadership and Science.

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Ron Garan generally travels from Tucson, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Ron Garan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Astronauts, Engineering and Space. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ron Garan for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Ron Garan generally travels from Tucson, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Garrett Reisman, Daniel Tani and Leland Melvin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ron Garan for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Ron Garan Speaking Topics

  • Conversations with Ron Garan

  • Leadership & Risk Management, Finding Unity in Divisive Times, Embracing Change & Technology, Corporate Social Responsibility, Innovation & Planetary Stewardship, Social Entrepreneurship

Ron Garan Videos

Ron Garan, Virtual Keynote Speaker - YouTube
Awe and Wonder of Space | Ron Garan Part 2 - YouTube
Ron Garan NASA astronaut, fighter pilot, entreprenuer and ...
Ron Garan Speaks at Unrig the System 2018
Astronaut Ron Garan Discusses Life in Space
  • How do I book Ron Garan to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ron Garan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ron Garan are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ron Garan, 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 Ron Garan speak about?

    Ron Garan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Engineering, Space, Business, Inspirational, Entertainers, Technology, TED, Social Media, Adventure, Celebrity, Motivational, Leadership and Science.
  • Where does Ron Garan travel from?

    Ron Garan generally travels from Tucson, AZ, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ron Garan?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ron Garan 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 Ron Garan 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 Ron Garan 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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