Michael D. Hughes on a panel at the launch of the UN Global Compact report on generative AI and the Global Goals

SPEAKING

Clear, grounded talks on climate, AI and leadership.

I've spoken at the World Economic Forum, UN Climate Week, Web Summit and GreenBiz, translating research and front-line program experience into ideas audiences can use on Monday.

World Economic Forum

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UN Climate Week

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Web Summit

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GreenBiz

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UN Global Compact Leaders Summit

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World Economic Forum ✳︎ UN Climate Week ✳︎ Web Summit ✳︎ GreenBiz ✳︎ UN Global Compact Leaders Summit ✳︎

TALKS

Topics I speak on most.

Keynotes, panels, workshops and guest lectures, each tailored to the room.

AI & SUSTAINABILITY

What AI can (and can't) do for the Global Goals

Drawn from the UN guide I led: practical use cases, real risks and where business should start.

LEADERSHIP

What 2,600 CEOs told us about sustainability

Findings from the UN Global Compact–Accenture CEO Studies on how priorities are shifting.

EXECUTION

From commitment to program: scaling impact globally

Lessons from growing a portfolio from one person to 120 across 100+ countries.

CAREERS

Pivoting into climate work

A candid talk for students and mid-career professionals on making the move.

Michael D. Hughes speaking at a podium at a UN Global Compact CEO breakfast

FORMATS

Keynote, panel, workshop or lecture.

Keynote

Twenty to forty minutes on one big idea, grounded in research and real programs.

Panelist or moderator

Prepared, generous and good at keeping a conversation moving.

Workshop or executive session

Hands-on time with leadership teams working through a live problem.

Guest lecture

For universities and programs preparing the next generation of climate talent.

GET IN TOUCH

Planning an event? Let's talk.