Past Speakers

Voices That Define the Future

From global icons and industry disruptors to visionary leaders, the UNLEASH stage has hosted a wide range of influential voices. We’ve welcomed pioneers from tech, HR, business, and beyond to challenge the status quo and redefine the future of work. Explore the minds that have shaped our community and continue to inspire the next generation of global leaders.

Our Speaker Alumni

  • Sir Richard Branson

    Business magnate, investor, and founder of the Virgin Group.

  • Arianna Huffington

    Founder and CEO., Thrive

  • Earvin “Magic” Johnson

    Chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises (MJE).

  • Amy Coleman

    Chief People Officer, Microsoft

  • Gary Vaynerchuk

    Founder & CEO., VaynerMedia

  • Lisa Chang

    EVP and Global Chief People Officer, The Coca-Cola Company

  • Ethan Mollick

    Innovation Expert and Artificial Intelligence Thought Leader; Professor of Entrepreneurship, The Wharton School

  • Maryjo Charbonnier

    Chief Human Resources Officer, Kyndryl

  • Peter Hinssen

    Co-founder & Partner, nexxworks

  • Amy Edmondson

    Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School & Author

  • Jaime Teevan

    Chief Scientist and Technical Fellow, Microsoft

  • Adam Holton

    Chief People Officer, GE HealthCare

  • Shurawl Sibblies

    Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, MetLife

  • Michael H. Schneider

    Chief Human Capital Officer and Assistant Director

  • Emilee DeMartino

    SVP, Chief People Officer, International Operated Markets, McDonald’s

  • Joy Buolamwini

    Artificial Intelligence Expert, Artist, Founder

  • Drew Holler

    Chief Human Resources Officer, Lennar

  • Jess Von Bank

    Global Leader, HR Transformation and Technology Advisor, Mercer

  • Josh Bersin

    Founder & CEO, The Josh Bersin Company

  • Katie Watson

    Chief Human Resources Officer, Western Digital Corporation