Salim Ismail is a visionary in technological innovation and the design of exponential organizations. Founder of ExO Works and OpenExO, he has worked with global corporations, startups, and governments to transform business models and harness the potential of emerging technologies. He was the founding executive director of Singularity University and has led initiatives to scale economic and social impact worldwide. His mission is to help organizations adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing environment by fostering agility, creativity, and a growth mindset.
An engineer and entrepreneur, Salim began his career leading startups and innovation projects. As the founding executive director of Singularity University in Silicon Valley, he established a pioneering educational platform to train leaders to solve global challenges through technology. He is the author of the bestseller *Exponential Organizations*, translated into multiple languages, and has been a featured speaker at forums such as the G20, TED, and top-level business conferences. He has advised Fortune 500 companies and governments on creating strategies to scale exponentially, blending strategic vision with practical application.
Salim Ismail’s talks are dynamic, inspiring, and highly actionable. He uses real-world cases, disruptive data, and emerging trends to show how organizations can multiply performance by adopting exponential principles. His style is direct, interactive, and motivating, aimed at corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovation teams. Audiences leave with a clear understanding of how to transform their organizations to compete in a fast-paced, digital world.
Learn how companies can multiply performance and scale impact through disruptive technologies and innovative business models.
Practical strategies for leaders and teams to adapt, innovate, and thrive in a context of constant change.
Explores how organizations and governments can create environments that foster collaboration, creativity, and scalability at an international level.
If you are looking for an inspiring and visionary speaker for your next event or conference on innovation, digital transformation, and exponential growth, you can book Salim Ismail through Thinking Heads. As one of the most influential figures in organizational innovation, Salim delivers a dynamic and professional presentation that ensures the best experience for your audience. Contact Thinking Heads today to learn more and secure his participation in your upcoming event.
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