From the pull of the attention economy to the rise of AI, today’s workplace is more complex and mentally demanding than ever. How do organizations stay focused and innovate under these conditions? Meet some of the speakers equipping teams with the tools and insight to adapt and excel.
Angus Flectcher: The Power of Primal Intelligence
A professor of story science at Ohio State University’s Project Narrative, Angus Fletcher combines storytelling with neuroscience to unlock new pathways to innovation and resilience. Drawing on his forthcoming book Primal Intelligence, Fletcher shows how the most powerful drivers of growth—intuition, imagination, emotion, and common sense—are more important than ever in the age of AI. His dynamic talks empower teams to think more creatively and problem-solve more intuitively.
Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr: Digital Wellness in the Age of AI
A digital humanities expert at University College London, Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr explores the psychological and societal impact of our always-connected lives. Her upcoming book Smartphone Nation offers a practical and evidence-based look at digital boundaries, youth mental health, and the realities of the attention economy. In her talks, Regehr helps corporate teams, parents, and organizations build healthier relationships with technology and make intentional choices in a world designed to distract.
Tim Wu: Innovation, Regulation, and the Future of Tech
A thought leader in tech policy and a Columbia Law professor, Tim Wu is known for coining “net neutrality” and shaping U.S. tech competition policy. In his forthcoming book The Age of Extraction, he examines how modern industries mine attention, data, and resources; and what it means for the future of fairness and innovation. Wu speaks on the tension between innovation and regulation and helps organizations prepare for a more ethical and fair digital economy.
Ed Catmull: Building Creative, Resillient Organizations
Co-founder of Pixar and author of the bestselling Creativity, Inc., Ed Catmull is a legend in creative leadership. He speaks from decades of experience about building teams that embrace uncertainty, foster originality, and turn ideas into reality. With insight drawn from leading one of the most innovative companies in the world, Catmull’s talks help organizations tap into their collective creativity—even amid disruption and change.
Chris Hayes: Reclaiming Focus in the Attention Economy
As the host of MSNBC’s All In and author of The Sirens’ Call, Chris Hayes brings journalistic clarity to today’s most pressing issues. His latest book examines how technology manipulates our time and instincts, impacting everything from workplace focus to democratic discourse. Through engaging keynotes and Q&As, Hayes helps audiences understand these dynamics and offers strategies for reclaiming control in an increasingly noisy world.