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"I am on a Steven Kotler high, he was amazing!"

— Microsoft

One of the world’s leading experts on human performance is also one of the world’s most dynamic and in-demand speakers

New York Times bestselling author. Three-time Pulitzer Prize nominee. Distinguished Research Fellow, Florida Atlantic University. Author of 17 books translated into 80+ languages. Published in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Wired, TIME, and 100+ outlets. Steven has trained 35,000 people in 156 countries across 28 industries. Steven has spoken at and trained organizations Google, Meta, Microsoft, Accenture, Deloitte, Audi, OnCloud, Bain Capital, League, Bank of Montreal, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy SEALs as well as dozens of others.

Beyond his training Steven conducts peer-reviewed research on performance and cognition that bridges neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and complexity science. He is the co-author of the first ever Springer textbook on Performance Neuroscience (2026).

"Welcome to the future of human performance."—Ray Kurzweil.

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"It’s difficult to think of a writer more invigorating and tuned-in than Kotler. Tomorrowland is like taking a shot of caffeine. It allows you to see into the future and to realize that you’re already there.”

David Eagleman

Neuroscientist, New York Times bestselling author of Incognito

“Diamandis and Kotler do a masterful job of explaining why we are at the start of a new era of radically increasing standards of living throughout the world. Abundance is essential reading for anyone looking for a better tomorrow.”

Elon Musk

Founder of SpaceX and Tesla

"Every coach in America needs to listen to this stuff from Kotler."

George Karl

Hall-of-Fame Coach, NBA

"Steven was FABULOUS!"

St. Mary's University

"Many thanks to you and Steven Kotler for a wonderful event. Steven generated a lot of conversation in our group and that extended well into the next day. Very successful!!"

ARCH Ventures

"Abundance provides proof that the proper combination of technology, people and capital can meet any grand challenge."

Sir Richard Branson

Chairman of the Virgin Group

"In short, Kotler was a huge success! He closed out the discussion part of the conference and I heard the word 'flow' the rest of the weekend! Awesome choice you suggested, greatly appreciated!"

Potomac Communications Strategies

At a moment when our world faces multiple crises and is awash in pessimism, Abundance redirects the conversation, spotlighting scientific innovators working to improve people’s lives around the world. The result is more than a portrait of brilliant minds – it’s a reminder of the infinite possibilities for doing good when we tap into our own empathy and wisdom.

Arianna Huffington

CEO, Huffington Post

"Steven Kotler presents a vision for the future that not only brings optimism, but inspires all who listen. His visit left our business school buzzing, and transformed students' visions for the roles business leaders can play in shaping the future."

University of Iowa School of Business

"The Rise of Superman is a page-turning, game-changing account of the secrets of ultimate human performance—a must read for anyone interested in seriously raising the level of their game."

Ray Kurzweil

Director of Engineering at Google

"Steven connected with our audience in an unimaginable way. His incredible breadth of neuroscience knowledge allowed him to dramatically engage our group of academics and mental health professionals. The session was high energy, innovative, humorous and at times even heart-warming. This talk was a masterful demonstration of skill and talent from a brilliant mind. An experience worth repeating!"

International Society for Neurofeedback and Research

"Steven Kotler's presentation was cutting-edge and utterly engaging. He introduced our audience to a unique set of concepts and perspectives that left participants deeply informed, richly inspired, and with a renewed sense of purpose. I recommend him highly."

The SuperheroYou Conference

"I am on a Steven Kotler high. He was amazing!"

Microsoft

“I loved Peter Diamandis’ and Steven Kotler’s book Abundance, their writing and their Vision. BOLD is an amazing sequel, a book that every entrepreneur should read. It is inspiring, filled with incredible insights and offers a practical how-to game plan for going big and impacting the world."

Michael S. Dell

CEO, Dell Computers