Tech Futurist & Global Business Executive; Co-Founder of Journey; Leading Authority on Metaverse, AR, AI & Spatial Computing
Cathy Hackl Biography
Cathy Hackl is a technology futurist, author, and executive known for her work in the metaverse, artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, and the future of computing. Hackl has delivered keynote presentations on topics such as AI, spatial computing, new hardware, and societal shifts related to emerging technologies. Her career began in business communications with Fortune 1000 brands and in media with CNN, Discovery Communications, and ABC News, where she was nominated for an Emmy Award. Hackl transitioned into immersive technology after an early experience with virtual reality, which influenced her focus on the future of storytelling.
Hackl has held roles in metaverse-related fields with companies including HTC VIVE, Magic Leap, and Amazon Web Services. She has advised organizations such as Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on technology and gaming strategies, and has developed virtual experiences in Roblox and Fortnite, produced virtual concerts, and created content for Apple Vision Pro. Hackl co-founded Spatial Dynamics, a company specializing in spatial computing and AI solutions for enterprise clients. She also serves as an external partner at Boston Consulting Group, collaborating on frontier technologies including Web3, IoT, extended reality, and quantum computing.
Hackl is the author of four books, including "Into the Metaverse: The Essential Guide to the Business Opportunities of the Web3 Era" and "The Augmented Workforce: How AR, AI, and 5G Will Impact Every Dollar You Make." Her book "Spatial Computing: An AI-Driven Business Revolution" was published by Wiley. She hosts the TechMagic podcast for Adweek. Hackl has appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box, 60 Minutes, CNN, Good Morning America, GQ, Time, The Economist, and Bloomberg, and serves as a guest editor for Vogue Singapore.
Hackl was the first person to ring NASDAQ's opening bell in both physical and avatar form on live television. She has been recognized by BigThink as one of the top 10 most influential women in technology and was included in the Thinkers50 Radar list of 30 management thinkers shaping the future of organizations. Hackl has been featured on the cover of Forbes Latam's 100 Most Powerful Women issue and is listed among the Vogue Business 100 Innovators. USA Today has identified her as a leading predictor of technology trends and habits.
Hackl has contributed to the World Economic Forum's metaverse initiative, authoring white papers on interoperability and value creation in the metaverse. She has taught at IE Business School and SDA Bocconi School of Management, and has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, CES, MWC, and Vogue Forces of Fashion. Hackl is recognized for her expertise in artificial intelligence, immersive technology, gaming, and space commerce.
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Cathy Hackl Speaking Topics
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Unlocking the Future of Computing with Cathy Hackl - The Era of Spatial Computing, AI Wearables, and Spatial Interfaces is Here
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How to Succeed As A Woman in Tech
Cathy Hackl Videos
Spatial Agents and Physical AI: A Fireside Chat with Futurist Cathy Hackl
Join us for an illuminating fireside chat with futurist Cathy Hackl as she shares her insights on the convergence of spatial computing.
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Cathy Hackl is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Unlocking the Future of Computing with Cathy Hackl - The Era of Spatial Computing, AI Wearables, and Spatial Interfaces is Here, How to Succeed As A Woman in Tech, Making Sense of the Metaverse, The Business Case For Understanding Gen Alpha and Gaming's impact on Business and Culture. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cathy Hackl for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Cathy Hackl 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 Zack Kass, Joanna Peña-Bickley, Allie K. Miller, Mike Walsh and Adam Cheyer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cathy Hackl for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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