Speaking
“Marisa Zalabak is a truly extraordinary speaker, seamlessly blending her profound expertise in AI, human-centered leadership, and sustainability with an unparalleled ability to connect deeply with audiences. Her insights go beyond being merely thought-provoking, they are transformative, inspiring individuals and organizations alike to navigate the complex intersection of technology, ethics, and human values with vision and purpose.”
Safety & Responsibility in the AI Era
Regenerative Imagination & Climate Repair
TEDx San Antonio
Educational Fire Drills for Flourishing
TEDx Farmingdale
Pressing Global Issues and Solutions in Tech: Reflections on WEF Davos24
World Economic Forum- Davos
Greek House: Collaboration & Climate Repair
Navigating the Frontiers: AI Research and AI Ethics Transformative Era
AI Research Summit, Asana and Prolific
The Art of Adaptation in Times of Crisis
World Economic Forum Week, Davos
AI & Sustainability
Sustainability by Design
Planet Positive 2030, IEEE & Stanford University
Human Potential with AI
Thriving in the Future with AI Technologies
United Nations Summit of the Future
Hybrid & Panel Talks
The Brand Called You: Navigation the Consciousness Revolution Through Transdisciplinary Collaboration with Stephen Ibaraki
Sustainable Creativity with AI for Regenerative Ecosystems
Fusion Fashion Tech Summit 2024
McCann World Group & Prudential
Generation Beta
Leadership & Innovation: Insights from AI Pioneers
Green Transition Forum 4.0 - Bulgaria
Crafting Human-Centric AI Policies & Psychological Well-Being
Digital Well-Being Summit, Humane Intelligence & IFTAR
Navigating AI Frontiers: How to Get Your Team Ready for AI
AWS & nClouds
Stardust and the Uniqueness of Human Potential
Speaker Salon, New York
Female Quotient: AI Manifesto
LinkedIN Live, Minute 36:31
Responsible AI-Enabled Communication: Navigating Transparency and Accountability
STRATCOM Conference, Istanbul
Flourishing with Responsible AI
The Chief of Staff Association Summit, Microsoft
Marisa’s Talks
Marisa’s talks blend clear storytelling with actionable insights, transforming complex ideas into accessible frameworks for diverse audiences. By weaving real-world examples and relatable narratives, she empowers listeners to recognize their unique potential to drive meaningful change. Her approach ensures audiences depart not only aware of new possibilities but also equipped with practical tools to navigate challenges and shape a future rooted in purpose
Igniting Creativity, Courage and Action
Whether challenging conventional thinking or delivering practical strategies, Marisa’s keynotes serve as catalysts for courage. She motivates audiences to embrace uncertainty, fostering resilience and innovation in a rapidly evolving world. Her presentations resonate deeply, inspiring personal and professional growth while equipping individuals to take bold, purpose-driven action
What People Are Saying
“AI Ethics, Climate Action, Regenerative Design and Human Development are topics which are not easy to quickly explain and much less so, implement. Imagine a world in which, on a daily basis, people actively work on becoming part of the solution rather than further contributing to the problem. Marisa Zalabak, a self-described "dedicated optimist," reminds us that "The courage to care is contagious," I shall never forget her words and live by them.”
— Aladar Csaba-Teplar, Partner, VC, ALLINDEX, AI for Personalized Investing
“Marisa is an inspiring and passionate speaker who empowers audiences to embrace solutions while navigating challenges, leaving them informed, alert and excited about future possibilities. With a heartfelt commitment to AI ethics, she artfully bridges the human and machine connection, emphasizing the psychological aspects alongside technology. Her genuine care for others shines through, fostering a deeper understanding of our collective responsibility in shaping a positive future.”
— Jose Carvalho, Co-Founder ValueAI
“An excellent public speaker, presenter, and facilitator, Marisa demonstrates a deep knowledge on multiple subject matters, including technology and human behaviour. Her warm smile, body language and passion, engage the audience, showing she cares and is there to support them.”
— Stephen Hecht, Chair, YPO Impact Networks, Co-Founder, Million Peacemakers
“An amazing orator! A true ‘dedicated optimist!’ Bravo Marisa - a tsunami of positive change!”
— Melodena Stephens, Professor of Tech Innovation Governance, Management & Policy at Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government
“As a leader in AI Ethics Education and in Climate Repair, Marisa has brought such wisdom and will give you pragmatic and specific answers to help you, on a personal level as well as business, starting your honest, once-in-a-species journey to discover the joy of truly seeing the planet and people. You will never think about 'climate change' in the same way again. You will work to change the climate of your heart to help all people, ecosystems and species work together to stay healthy and happy in PARTNERSHIP for generations to come.”
— John C. Havens, Sustainability Practice Lead, IEEE.org
“Amazing talks by the wonderful Marisa Zalabak focus on deep and profound concepts that usually take years to comprehend, but are explained in a clear, gentle and inspiring fashion.”
— Dr. Monika Manolova, Global AI & Tech Scientific Advisor, DBG Bulgaria, MKAI, UNESCO, CODES
“I had the privilege of hearing Marisa’s talk on Stardust and the Uniqueness of Human Potential. Not only did I deeply admire and appreciate the subject matter, I was bowled over by her total ease and fluidity sharing this unique expression of ideas. Marisa is clearly a deeply seasoned speaker, inviting us all to embrace the uniqueness in ourselves and others. We might as well own that, right?? Because if we miss the glory there, we've kind of missed the whole ride, no?”
— Sarah Bierstock, Award-winning Director, Writer, Filmmaker & Performer
“When Marisa Zalabak takes a stage she is the perfect mixture of engaging curiosity, mind-blowing knowledge, and calm control through a solutions-based approach. I had the pleasure of producing Marisa on a TEDx stage and she not only up-leveled my stage by speaking on it, she made me want to up-level the rest of my speakers to match her brilliance and skill.”
— George Andriopoulos Co-Founder of SPEAK, CEO of Launchpad Five One Six, TEDx Producer
“Hearing her speak at Stanford University for the IEEE Planet Positive 2030 ThinkTank, I was immediately captivated by Marisa’s intellect fueled by inspirational storytelling. Her TED Talk on Regenerative Imagination & Climate Repair is a must watch for all in tech and beyond. Be a dedicated optimist like Marisa Zalabak and you'll never suffer from ecoanxiety again.”
— Marije de Roos, Circular Design Strategist
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