Trip Hawkins is a leading expert in leadership, strategy, innovation, entrepreneurship, and emotional intelligence practices. Known for his pioneering role in the video game and personal computer industries, he is the founder and first CEO of Electronic Arts (EA), one of the most iconic and valuable entertainment companies worldwide. His creative and entrepreneurial vision has redefined the entertainment software industry, particularly through his focus on creating products that enrich the user experience and have a lasting impact.
With a career marked by the founding and leadership of four innovative companies, Trip Hawkins has been instrumental in several IPOs and the creation of iconic products. During his first decade at the helm of Electronic Arts (EA), the company became an industry leader and today boasts a $40 billion valuation. Hawkins is also the creator of EA Sports and renowned games like Madden Football, holding four patents for his technological contributions to video games. Furthermore, he spent years developing an Emotional Intelligence project aimed at teaching children essential emotional development principles. As a mentor and advisor in Silicon Valley, he has collaborated with notable figures like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Steven Spielberg, while guiding innovators in successful startups like Apeel Sciences, Scopely, and Skillz. In recent years, his consultancy has expanded into emerging tech industries, including material science, agriculture, renewable energy, cryptocurrency, and more.
Trip Hawkins’ conferences are inspiring and disruptive, characterized by a dynamic style that draws from his vast experience. Hawkins motivates his audiences to challenge the status quo, promoting innovation that drives positive impacts for both the planet and individual leadership development. He has spoken at prestigious events like the Game Developers Conference (GDC) and the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), and at renowned academic institutions such as MIT, Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCSB, USC, and Draper University. His talks provide a unique perspective on the future of business, technology, and the entertainment industry, blending practical knowledge with transformative insights.
Explore how leadership and technological innovation can go hand in hand to transform industries. In this talk, Trip Hawkins shares his experience in building one of the world’s largest entertainment companies, Electronic Arts, and breaks down the keys to his success to inspire leaders and entrepreneurs to adopt disruptive and sustainable practices.
A deep dive into how emotional intelligence is crucial for success in business and leadership. Hawkins reveals the principles and techniques of his own Emotional Intelligence educational game, aimed at children, and how these concepts can be applied to teams and organizations to enhance their effectiveness.
In this conference, Hawkins draws from his experience leading EA Sports and creating franchises like Madden Football. He discusses the essential elements for building long-lasting, recognizable brands in a competitive market and how to innovate consistently to maintain relevance.
If you’re looking for an inspiring and disruptive talk on leadership, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship, you can book Trip Hawkins through Thinking Heads. As a leading figure in the video game and technology industry, Trip offers an expert perspective on the impact of innovative leadership in transforming industries. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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