Futurist & Technology Innovation Leader; Former Senior Development Executive at Microsoft; Author of "The Power of 5G"

New York, NY, USA

David Catzel Biography

David Catzel is a futurist and strategic leader with more than 30 years of experience at the intersection of technology, innovation, and business transformation. Catzel has established a track record of guiding executives through technology-driven change. Throughout his career, he has led digital transformation initiatives for organizations including Microsoft, Intel, IBM, Lucasfilm, and the State of California. His expertise covers software and hardware technology, media production, smart cities, 5G, big data and analytics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

Catzel has held executive positions such as Senior Development Executive at Microsoft, Entertainment Investments at Intel, Technology Partnerships at Lucasfilm, interim Chief Innovation Officer at Barnes & Noble, Chief Marketing Officer at North Communications, and founder of a consulting company focused on digital transformation in both the private and public sectors. At Microsoft, he joined the Developer Platform Evangelism team to lead programs deploying media across laptops and mobile devices and launching media channels on Xbox for companies such as Sony, Paramount, and Fox FX. His experience spans industry verticals including automotive, media and entertainment, telecom, insurance and finance, retail, publishing, smart cities, public safety, and national defense.

While at Microsoft, Catzel collaborated with senior executives to develop multi-horizon partnerships, chaired an international Sustainability Working Group, and represented Microsoft on the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, with work presented at COP26, the United Nations summit on climate change. He also served as Advisory Board Member and Principal Consultant at The Holistyx Group, focusing on digital transformation and innovation. As a 5G advanced network services specialist at T-Mobile and a board director of a publicly traded company, Catzel has influenced technological advancements in media, defense, retail, smart cities, and transportation.

Catzel has managed deals totaling hundreds of millions of dollars with companies including iHeart Radio/Clearchannel, Technicolor, Avid, DocuSign, SurveyMonkey, IBM, Microsoft, Unisys, and various government agencies in the U.S. and internationally. As an author, he has written works for business leaders such as "12 Things You Need to Know About Digital Transformation" and "The Power of 5G: Unlocking the Next Wave of Digital Transformation," which explores how 5G is reshaping industries, economies, and daily life. As a keynote speaker, Catzel addresses topics including digital transformation and the impact of 5G, providing insight to audiences across multiple industries.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/09/2026.

David Catzel Speaking Topics

  • Digital Transformation and 5G Changes Everything

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David Catzel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Digital Transformation and 5G Changes Everything. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Catzel for your event is $50,000 - $100,000. David Catzel generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Scott Galloway, Alec Ross, Parag Khanna, Peter Diamandis and Dan Chuparkoff. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Catzel for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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