2026 - Dr. Peter H. Diamandis

Dr. Peter Diamandis is one of the world’s most influential innovators and futurists. Named by Fortune as one of the “World’s 50 Greatest Leaders”, Diamandis is the founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, organizations that are driving breakthroughs in technology and solving humanity's grandest challenges.

Diamandis has launched over 25 companies in industries ranging from health-tech to space exploration. His visionary leadership and pioneering work have made him a sought-after speaker and advisor to some of the world’s most forward-thinking CEOs and innovators.

Diamandis is also a New York Times bestselling author, with works that have reshaped our understanding of innovation and human potential. His books—Abundance, BOLD, The Future is Faster Than You Think, and LIFE FORCE (co-authored with Tony Robbins)—explore topics ranging from artificial intelligence and space exploration to longevity and the future of business. His most recent book, We Are As Gods: A Survival Guide for the Age of Abundance explores how humanity's technological power (AI, genetics, etc.) has created abundance, but our wisdom hasn't kept pace, creating existential challenges.

He earned degrees in molecular genetics and aerospace engineering from MIT and holds an M.D. from Harvard Medical School. Diamandis’ favorite saying is “The best way to predict the future is to create it yourself.”