Entrepreneur & Smart Home Technology Pioneer; Founder & Former CEO of SmartThings; IoT Innovation Leader
Alex Hawkinson Biography
Alex Hawkinson is an entrepreneur known for founding SmartThings, a platform that advanced smart home automation by enabling connectivity among everyday devices. As CEO, Hawkinson led the company’s development in the Internet of Things sector, resulting in its acquisition by a major technology company and expanding its global presence. His leadership contributed to making interconnected living a practical reality, demonstrating expertise in integrating hardware, software, and user-focused design for technology audiences.
Hawkinson’s professional experience includes significant milestones in the technology industry, where he has contributed to innovation at the intersection of consumer technology and smart ecosystems. He has presented at conferences and on panels, addressing Internet of Things challenges and opportunities, and is recognized for communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences. Hawkinson draws on experience scaling startups to enterprise operations, offering insights on the evolution of connected devices.
Hawkinson remains engaged in the technology sector, advising on emerging smart technologies and participating in industry discussions that influence the direction of connected devices. He has addressed the challenges of prototyping and market adoption in the Internet of Things, sharing experiences related to building reliable infrastructure. Hawkinson is regarded as a knowledgeable speaker on innovation, automation, and the practical applications of smart home technology.
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Alex Hawkinson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Alex Hawkinson for your event is available upon request. Alex Hawkinson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aylon Samouha, R "Ray" Wang, Marco Camisani Calzolari, Bipul Sinha and Tony Han. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alex Hawkinson for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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