Environmentalism & Sustainability Keynote Speakers
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Environmentalism & Sustainability keynote speakers are champions for the planet, offering visionary insights on climate action, conservation, and sustainable innovation. From policy to practice, they empower audiences to make informed, responsible choices that drive long-term environmental impact. Their message sparks urgency, hope, and a clear path toward a more sustainable future. GDA Speakers connects you with sustainability keynote speakers who champion climate action, green innovation, and environmental responsibility for a better future.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 11
Doc Hendley Featured
Global Humanitarian, Founder and President of Wine To Water, Clean Water Crusader, Top 10 CNN Hero
Doc is Global Humanitarian and Clean Water Crusader who started as a bartender with a grand vision of providing sustainable clean water to communities worldwide. He helps teams and organizations to harness their collective potential and inspire meaningful action through the power of one and shared purpose.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 3 Videos: 3
Kevin O'Leary Featured
Star of ABC's 'Shark Tank,' Top Business Speaker, Serial Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist and Investor, Featured in Harvard Business Review Case Study in 2023
Kevin O’Leary’s impressive reputation has been built upon his entrepreneurial vision, investment smarts and drives to succeed. In addition to being one of the Dragons, O’Leary is the co-host of BNN’s SqueezePlay, the host of BNN’s O’Leary Live, and a ‘Shark’ on the ABC show, Shark Tank.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 8
Chad Pregracke Featured
CNN Hero; Social Entrepreneur
Chad Pregracke embodies how one person can make a difference. Since the age 17, Chad has lead a movement for cleaner water through hard work and by mobilizing thousands of volunteers and corporations to join his cause. His presentation style is authentic, humorous, spontaneous, and inspires people to take action!
Keynotes: 3 Books: 3 Videos: 7
Futurist Anders Sorman-Nilsson Featured
Avant-Garde Ideas that Expand Minds and Inspire a Change of Heart
Anders Sörman-Nilsson: a futurist who merges innovation with sustainability, offering bespoke, impactful keynotes. Trusted by giants like Apple and Google, he transforms uncertainties into strategies, captivating and inspiring audiences. Elevate your event with his expertise, navigating the future with actionable insights.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 3 Videos: 3
General Anthony Zinni Featured
United States Marine Corps (Retired)
Gen. Zinni’s 39 years of military service took him to more than 70 countries. His operational experiences included two tours in Vietnam, where he was severely wounded. His last assignment was Commanding General, U. S. Central Command.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Adam Braun
Founder & Chair of Pencils of Promise; Founder & CEO of Clarasight
As CEO of Clarasight, a technology company focused on company sustainability, Adam's organization has built more than 600 schools around the world. His talks are rooted in the authentic first-hand lessons learned through successes and struggles in building pioneering companies with acclaimed leaders at the frontlines of industry innovation.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 1 Videos: 3
Majora Carter
American Urban Revitalization Strategist; Environmental Justice Solutions
Majora Carter is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster. She's responsible for the creation of numerous economic development, technology inclusion & green-infrastructure projects, policies and job training & placement systems. She is also a lecturer at Princeton University's Keller Center.
Keynotes: 1 Books: 0 Videos: 4
Calvin Gladney
LEED AP, President and CEO of Smart Growth America
Calvin is President/CEO of Smart Growth America, nationally recognized thought leader on the equitable and sustainable revitalization of communities and was Managing Partner of Mosaic Urban Partners, a real estate and advisory firm advising non-profits, cities, and elected officials on how to sustainably and equitably regenerate their communities
Keynotes: 1 Books: 1 Videos: 4
Garry Golden
Academically-Trained Futurist, Emerging Trends Analyst, and Block-Chain Technology Guru
Garry Golden is an expert on how social change and technology disruptions shape industry transitions.
Keynotes: 11 Books: 4 Videos: 13
Steve Goreham
Speaker/Author/Researcher Environment, Business, and Public Policy
Effective communicator in the corporate board room, lecture hall, and on the debate panel regarding the environment, energy, climate change, weather trends, corporate environmental policy, and future trends.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 6
Nikki Greenberg
Futurist; AI Thought Leader; Real Estate Technology & Innovation Strategist
Nikki Greenberg is a world-leading futurist and innovation strategist, focussed on preparing organizations for a tech-enabled future. She is a thought-leader, frequent speaker at leading global conferences, commentator in the press, and recipient of numerous international awards.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 1 Videos: 6
Scott Harrison
Founder and CEO of charity: water and New York Times Bestselling Author
Scott has been recognized on Fortune magazine’s list of 40 Under 40, Forbes’ Impact 30, and Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business, where he earned the #10 spot. He is currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and author of the New York Times Bestselling book Thirst.
Keynotes: 8 Books: 7 Videos: 5
John Izzo, Ph.D.
Corporate Advisor & Bestselling Author
Dr. John Izzo is a leading business leadership expert, a bestselling author, and a community leader. He consults and advises some of the most admired companies in the world, teaches at major universities, conducts leading edge research on workplace values.
Keynotes: 7 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Molly Kawahata
Former Climate Advisor in the Obama White House; Founder of Systemic Impact Strategies; Award-Winning Speaker; Host of The Full Spectrum Podcast
Molly Kawahata is an award-winning speaker and former Obama White House climate advisor who helps organizations navigate uncertainty through evidence-based resilience and the science of hope. Her work, featured in Patagonia’s The Scale of Hope, equips teams with practical tools to perform and lead through change.
Keynotes: 3 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Derreck Kayongo
Former CEO of the Center for Civil and Human Rights, Social Entrepreneur, Global Soap Project Founder, CNN Hero, Max Award winner for best innovative entrepreneur
Derreck Kayongo and his family fled a civil war in Uganda and settled in the U.S. when Kayongo was just ten years old. Now a successful entrepreneur, Kayongo is a renowned expert in environmental sustainability and global health.
Keynotes: 8 Books: 1 Videos: 1
Shahir Masri
Environmental Scientist, Author, and Speaker
Shahir Masri is author of the book, Beyond Debate: Answers to 50 Misconceptions on Climate Change and a contributing writer for The Hill. He co-founded the National Outreach Project "On The Road For Climate Action," empowering everyday people to help solve the climate crisis through community outreach and education.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 2
Angela Oguntala
Futurist, United Nations Future Innovator, Founding Partner at Greyspace
Oguntala is a futurist and global authority on foresight and innovation who has advised visionary leaders in diverse industries, working to embed new mindsets that leverage innovating through uncertainty, purpose-driven innovation, and sustainable transitions.
Keynotes: 6 Books: 0 Videos: 7
Gary Oppenheimer
Nationally Recognized Game Changer in the Landscape of Food Waste, Hunger and Disruptive Innovations
Gary Oppenheimer is a nationally recognized thought leader in the hunger/food waste space, CNN Hero, a World Food Prize nominee, Points of Light winner, lecturer and speaker (including two TEDx talks) plus a Google Tech Talk, and Huff Post “2011 Game Changer” and “Greatest Person of the Day”.
Keynotes: 2 Books: 0 Videos: 8
John Sitilides
Geopolitical & Geo-Economic Strategist; Expert in Global Affairs and American Politics; Senior Fellow for National Security, Foreign Policy Research Institute
John is a geopolitical strategist, national security senior fellow and former State Department diplomacy coordinator, sharing his insights into U.S. and global geopolitical trends, open source intelligence and strategies before high-stakes decision makers and opinion leaders at investor, business and government conferences, forums and events.
Keynotes: 4 Books: 0 Videos: 3
Robert Swan
Renowned Polar Explorer; Leader in Sustainability
Robert is a polar pioneer and leader in energy innovation and works closely with many of the world’s leading organizations on their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) practices. As the founder of the 2041 Foundation, Robert Swan has spent the last 30 years supporting the preservation of Antarctica.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 2 Videos: 0
Eve Turow-Paul
Author, Globally-Recognized Thought Leader on Food Trends, Human Needs, and Sustainability. Founder and Executive Director of Food for Climate League.
Eve Turow-Paul is an author, global thought leader, and founder of Food for Climate League. Her book Hungry explores food culture and human connection. Eve examines the “why” behind major food and lifestyle trends, helping organizations design products and programs that support mental, physical, and environmental well-being.
Keynotes: 5 Books: 0 Videos: 5
Kathy Varol
Purpose Strategy Expert; Former Head of Global Purpose Strategy at Adidas
Kathy created the Global Purpose (corporate social responsibility) strategy for adidas, a 22 billion dollar global company. Now Kathy helps her clients use purpose to stand out in a competitive environment, attract the best talent, gain consumer loyalty, and fully harness the innovative brainpower of their employees.
Environmentalism & Sustainability keynote speakers are champions for the planet, offering visionary insights on climate action, conservation, and sustainable innovation. From policy to practice, they empower audiences to make informed, responsible choices that drive long-term environmental impact. Their message sparks urgency, hope, and a clear path toward a more sustainable future. GDA Speakers connects you with sustainability keynote speakers who champion climate action, green innovation, and environmental responsibility for a better future.
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