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Stephen Ibaraki
Serial Entrepreneur, Investor & Futurist
Stephen Ibaraki
Serial Entrepreneur, Investor & Futurist
Biography
Stephen Ibaraki is a distinguished serial entrepreneur, investor, and futurist, whose influence extends across more than 100 programs and organizations worldwide, earning him over 300 recognitions and impacting more than $100 Trillion in assets and investments.
With daily interactions in more than 3000 annual engagements with over a million CEOs, investors, and scientists from leading global organizations, Stephen possesses a unique insight into future transformative innovations and investment trends. He is the visionary founder of REDDS and plays pivotal roles in initiatives such as founder UN ITU AI FOR GOOD, impacting over 3 billion people, and contributing to the advancement of AI solutions across 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
His extensive contributions also include founding roles in the WFP Innovation Accelerator, founding Fintech Ideas Festival working with the top 100 CEOs with nearly 100 Trillion in assets under management, global advisor and global judge in the inaugural World Innovation Technology Services Alliance World Cup for Scaleup with WITSA representing more than 90% of the global tech industry, and YPO Impact Advisory Boards, demonstrating his deep commitment to leveraging technology for global betterment.
Recognized with 22 Microsoft Global Awards (7 awards, 2018-2025 in AI) and more than 100 recognitions in big tech, fellow and lifetime achievement recognitions, Stephen’s leadership in technology, innovation, and investment underscores his exceptional ability to foresee and shape the future of finance, technology, and global humanitarian efforts.
Speech Topics
The Future of AI: Transforming Business & Society
Stephen Ibaraki delves into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in business and society. Drawing on his experience with the UN ITU AI FOR GOOD initiative and his advisory roles with Fortune 500 companies, he will explore how AI-driven innovations like generative AI and machine learning are addressing global challenges and creating new opportunities across various sectors.
Investing in Innovation: Strategies for the Next Decade
In this talk, Stephen Ibaraki shares insights on investment strategies for the next decade. As a seasoned investor and advisor, he will discuss trends in fintech, biotech, and emerging technologies, highlighting how investors can identify and capitalize on disruptive innovations to drive growth and impact.
Inclusive Leadership in the Age of Digital Transformation
Stephen Ibaraki examines the role of inclusive leadership in navigating digital transformation. He will discuss how leaders can foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in technology and business, leveraging his experiences with organizations like the ACM, IEEE, and the Canadian Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative.
Building a Sustainable Future with Technology
Stephen Ibaraki explores the intersection of technology and sustainability. Highlighting his work with initiatives such as the Earthshot Prize and the Knowledge Impact Network (KIN), he will discuss how technological advancements can contribute to sustainable development goals and address critical environmental challenges.
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