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AI Expert, Optimistic Futurist, Tech Entrepreneur, WSJ Best-Selling Author of 5 Books Translated into 13 Languages
Byron Reese helps organizations harness human potential and embrace technology to build a better future.
Byron Reese is a renowned AI expert, futurist, tech entrepreneur, and author. With three decades of entrepreneurial success, he is a pioneer in artificial intelligence, holding numerous technical patents in crowdsourcing, content creation, and psychographic.
As CEO of scissortail.ai, Byron drives innovation in AI. He is a captivating speaker on AI, robotics, and the future of work, and has authored six books translated into over a dozen languages, covering AI, blockchain, and technology's impact on the workplace.
Byron serves on public and private boards and has founded non-profit organizations. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rice University with an Honors Economics degree.
With over 25 years as a successful tech entrepreneur, Byron Reese is uniquely suited to speak on the transformative effect of technology on the workplace and society at large.
Byron delights audiences worldwide and has been invited to share his reasoned optimism and vivid and energetic presentations on the future with audiences on every continent, including Antarctica.
Known as the “Future of” guy, Byron has spoken on the future of AI, the future of work, the future of banking, the future of education, the future of the planet, the future of agriculture, the future of finance, and the list goes on. When not speaking, he writes books that explore the intersection of technology and humanity and covers topics such as robotics, consciousness, progress, natural resources, and superorganisms.
Bloomberg Businessweek credits Byron with having “quietly pioneered a new breed of media company.” The Financial Times of London reported that he “is typical of the new wave of internet entrepreneurs out to turn the economics of the media industry on its head.” Byron and his work have been featured in hundreds of news outlets, including The New York Times, Washington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Reader’s Digest, NPR, and the LA Times Magazine. Byron holds numerous patents and has started and sold multiple companies, including two NASDAQ IPOs.
As a lifelong entrepreneur with multiple IPOs and successful exits, Byron frequently speaks to business audiences on how to excel in the world of tomorrow and how to deploy technology successfully.
He states: “Technology multiplies human ability. That’s its trick. It magnifies us. We can move more bricks with a forklift than we can on our backs. Technological advancement is not to be feared; rather, it should be welcomed, for by enhancing human ability, we enhance our productivity and, therefore, our standard of living. This is why we live so much more lavish and prosperous lives than our great-grandparents. An hour of our time is vastly more productive than was an hour of theirs.”
With a gift for storytelling, Byron captivates audiences worldwide with the message that technology is empowering us to build a better world, and he invites his listeners to imagine this better world and build it.
IN-PERSON: $30,000
VIRTUAL: $20,000
TRAVEL: $2,500Travel fee covers air, all ground & meals
Client covers up to 2 nights hotel
25% commission to speakers bureaus
SUGGESTED RANGE: $20,000 - $30,000
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“I had the honor of booking Byron Reese as a speaker for the recent ESCA Summer Educational Conference, and his presentation titled “How to Innovate in a Rapidly Changing World” exceeded all expectations. As a futurist, author, and technologist, Byron captivated the audience with his unique insights and expertise, delivering one of the best sessions we have ever had.
Byron’s ability to bridge the gap between predicting future developments and guiding businesses to capitalize on them was exceptional. His exploration of how radical technological advancements create new multi-billion-dollar companies while dismantling old ones provided valuable insights that resonated with our attendees. It sparked thought-provoking discussions and emphasized the need for proactive preparation in the face of rapid change.
What set Byron’s talk apart was not only the insightful content he delivered but also his exceptional delivery style. His well-thought-out presentation and captivating storytelling held the audience’s attention from start to finish. It was evident that Byron’s years of experience as a speaker and his deep understanding of the subject matter contributed to the exceptional quality of his talk.
Having booked numerous speakers over the years, I can confidently say that Byron Reese is among the best. His ability to connect with the audience, deliver compelling content, and inspire us to embrace change and innovation was truly remarkable. The overwhelmingly positive response from our attendees is a testament to the impact Byron made on all who were present.
I highly recommend Byron Reese as a speaker for any organization seeking a captivating and thought-provoking session that challenges conventional thinking and inspires innovation. His expertise, passion for the subject matter, and engaging delivery style make him an invaluable addition to any event.
Thank you, Byron, for sharing your invaluable insights and making our conference an unforgettable experience.”
Julie Kagy, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, Exhibition Services Contractors Association
"Byron Reese was a hit at our latest meeting! His insights into how technological advancements could impact our collective future were interesting and thought-provoking to say the very least. Our attendees were discussing his presentation well after the meeting. Byron was excellent to work with leading up to the event. As a program planner, I appreciated the opportunity to speak with him well in advance of the meeting. He took the time to learn about our organization and customized his content to reflect our industry. He was professional, polished, and definitely a hit with our 200 municipal utility representatives!"
Lauri Isaacson, WPPI ENERGY
"At a time when tech finds itself in a tumultuous period, we were fortunate to have Byron speak to our team about the future of technology. His message was inspiring, hopeful, and optimistic. He delivered his talk with authenticity and passion. Simply put, he nailed it!"
GLOBAL HEAD OF INDUSTRY, CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, GOOGLE
"Byron's talk was spectacular. He took the time to speak with me in advance about our event and crafted a presentation that perfectly fit our theme. He kept the audience engaged throughout the thought-provoking topics he discussed as well as the visual images he included."
Kevin Houser P.E., DIRECTOR, IP STRATEGY, JOHNSON & JOHNSON, CORPORATE EVENTS
"It was a pleasure having Byron Reese on our campus. Not only was his presentation to nearly 400 faculty stimulating and well-received, he also was personable and generous with his time in discussing ideas with faculty before and after the presentation. Byron's visionary approach ad dynamic style provided an instant connection with the audience."
Robert Neely, PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY, PROVOST AND VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
"Byron Reese presented to our professional organization of about 200. Prior to the event, Byron conferred with me twice to construct a thorough understanding of the audience and my desires for the presentation. The ultimate delivery was a 45-minute talk that engaged my audience, making complex subjects not only relatable to the crowd but topical to their business environment. Byron delivered what he promised: a customized presentation that provided an insightful and uplifting backdrop to further discussion on technological trends. We look forward to working with Byron again!"
Brent Nohogne, CPCU SOCIETY
"We are so grateful for your time and speech last week. We received our member feedback and it was extremely positive. Thank you for all the effort you put into crafting something that fitted so well with our organization and our theme for the day."
Kelly Brough, PRESIDENT AND CEO, DENVER METRO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
"Byron Reese was a hit at our latest meeting! His insights into how technological advancements could impact our collective future were interesting and thought-provoking to say the very least. Our attendees were discussing his presentation well after the meeting. Byron was excellent to work with leading up to the event. As a program planner, I appreciated the opportunity to speak with him well in advance of the meeting. He took the time to learn about our organization and customized his content to reflect our industry. He was professional, polished, and definitely a hit with our 200 municipal utility representatives!"
Frank Thom, GLOBAL HEAD OF INDUSTRY, CONSUMER ELECTRONICS, GOOGLE
“Byron kicked-off our event with a great, future-focused Keynote presentation, giving us his predictions for technology’s influence on small business lending. Attendees enjoyed his well-informed outlook for our industry and continued the conversation for the duration of the conference. Both engaging and informative, I would recommend Byron as a speaker for anyone hosting a similar event.”
Curtis C., VP Marketing for Orion First, host of the Small Business Lending Forum
“Byron was awesome! His session has gotten very positive feedback on our post-meeting survey, and it’s been fun to hear references to his presentation come up in meetings over the past week. And as a communicator I’m still in awe of his deck. So awesome!”
Sarah. S., JP Morgan
“Infinite Progress is a prophetic book that deserves to be widely read. Drawing on Byron Reese's insights about both technology and history, its energetic optimism about the future is a wonderful inspiration.”
Stephen Wolfram, Founder & CEO, Wolfram Research, creator of Mathematica & A New Kind of Science, and creator of Wolfram|Alpha
“As the closing speaker at the Wolfram Data Summit, Byron Reese was not something the conference expected. Byron took the audience for a ride into his future. As an astrophysicist and a data scientist I often think about the future, but I was struck about Byron’s precise dissection of how our future is and will be determined by the data that is already starting to shape our lives: our self-generated data. Byron’s vibrant and precise delivery painted in everyone’s mind a picture of the positive future we all thought was likely but perhaps unreachable. Byron dared everyone, including himself, to make this future possible, and led us on a journey of discovery we never wanted to end.”
Dr. Alberto Conti, Archive Scientist, STSI
“Byron presents his vision of the future: humanity advancing subconsciously via our seamless integration with technology. Every heartbeat becomes a data point bringing us one step closer to unlocking the mysteries of humankind. Every person’s life contributes to the greater good, simply through the act of living. I found his talk to be highly enthusiastic, visually engaging, and hopeful.”
Allison Kawa, Founder, Social Sonar
“Thanks for you and your team’s effort in making our August Chapter Meeting a big success. Byron Reese provided a fast-paced innovative approach to how quickly changes are happening and strategies to help us understand and navigate our way through the maze. He was interesting and engaging, and the attendees commented on the fact that he provided a fresh perspective to change. He was also very optimistic on the future.”
Renee M., President, PCMA Gulf States Chapter, VP Strategic Alliances, Dallas CVB
“Byron delivered a fabulous keynote presentation at our signature annual event. His speech was thought-provoking, engaging, and uplifting. I heard many, many compliments from guests.”
Laura S. Eppler, Director of Marketing, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania
"All the feedback I’ve had on Byron was that he was great! We haven’t tallied all the evals yet, but I thought he did a very good job. People particularly like his optimism, which isn’t something we see that much from tech gurus. He was also a pleasure to work with."
Staffing Industry Analysts
“Thank you so much for making all this happen - this group was in awe. I’ve never seen a more diverse crowd so engaged - and they are obsessed (they’ll be talking about this for a long time). It was such a relevant topic and he is so kind.”
Alex H., Senior Executive Assistant, Talroo
“Byron’s presentation went extremely well! We have very basic paper surveys that we give out onsite, followed by a more in-depth survey following a week after. From the paper surveys that were filled out Byron received very high marks – 3 out of 4 or 4 out of 4 was what I saw with a few write in comments being:
So I don’t think we could have asked for anything better!!”
Jill Newman, EDUCATION & EVENTS COORDINATOR, Industrial Fabrics Association International