- Chief Evangelist at Canva and former Chief Evangelist at Apple
- Has collaborated with major companies including Google, Mercedes-Benz, and Wikipedia
- Author of 16 best-selling books covering topics from start-ups to social media to innovation
Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva, is a prominent figure in technology and entrepreneurship. He first gained recognition in the 1980s as a brand evangelist at Apple’s Macintosh Division and returned to the company in the mid-1990s.
Currently, he leads evangelism efforts at Canva, an AI-driven graphic design platform with over 170 million users and significant revenue. Canva is widely used by Fortune 500 companies and has received accolades from Fast Company and TIME.
Throughout his 40-year career, Guy has collaborated with major companies like Google, Mercedes-Benz, and Wikipedia. He is the author of 16 bestselling books covering topics such as start-ups, social media, and innovation. His latest work, co-authored with others, is titled Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference, set for release in 2024.
As a thought leader, Guy has founded four tech start-ups and served as a venture capitalist and advisor. His podcast, Guy Kawasaki’s Remarkable People, features interviews with influential figures like Jane Goodall and Steve Wozniak. The podcast has ranked highly on Apple Podcasts in various countries.
Guy aims to inspire others to become remarkable. His books, including The Art of the Start and The Art of Social Media, are used in top academic institutions and have appeared on bestseller lists. He also serves as a brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz and is on the board of trustees for the Wikimedia Foundation.
In academia, Guy is an executive fellow at the University of California, Berkeley, and a part-time adjunct professor at UNSW in Australia. He holds a BA from Stanford University, an MBA from UCLA, and an honorary doctorate from Babson College.
Guy's showreel and videos
Topics, sessions and talks
The Art Of Remarkable Innovation
In this session, Guy Kawasaki shares tactical techniques for developing innovative services and products. Drawing on examples from ice making to telephony and digital photography, he reveals essential truths about innovation. Attendees will learn key principles such as jumping to the next curve, breaking down barriers, and the importance of thinking digitally while acting analogically. This insightful approach will equip participants with practical strategies to foster creativity and drive innovation in their own projects.
Your Remarkable Executive
Guy Kawasaki is on a mission to make you remarkable. Like he does in his wildly popular “Remarkable People” podcast, Guy will do the interviewing, but this time it’s with the executive/leader of your organization. And like only Guy can, he will bring out their remarkableness. For this unqiue and highly interactive and customized session, Guy conducts research prior to the session, meets with the executive and other stakeholders and then weaves a unique and personalized experience for the audience and company.
The Lessons of Steve Jobs
In this session, Guy Kawasaki shares invaluable insights from his time working alongside the iconic entrepreneur. Drawing on his unique experiences, Guy translates Steve Jobs' principles into practical business strategies. Attendees will learn how to harness innovation, embrace creativity, and cultivate a visionary mindset, all essential for achieving success in today's competitive landscape.
In this talk, Guy Kawasaki explores how both organisations and individuals can effectively influence people's hearts, minds, and actions. Drawing from his New York Times best-selling book, "Enchantment," he shares insights and strategies for creating meaningful connections. Attendees will learn practical techniques to inspire and engage others, ultimately fostering positive change in their personal and professional lives.
In "The Art of Social Media," Guy Kawasaki simplifies the complexities of social media, transforming it into an effective marketing tool. Renowned for his influential book on the subject, he shares invaluable insights that can elevate any marketing strategy. Attendees will learn practical techniques to harness social media's potential, enabling them to engage audiences and enhance their brand presence effectively.
Why we recommend booking Guy
Book Guy Kawasaki to inspire your team with his unparalleled insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. As a renowned thought leader and bestselling author, he empowers audiences to embrace change and become remarkable. His engaging style and wealth of experience will energise your organisation and drive success.
Trusted by Apple, Google, Canva, Flipkart
Marvelous keynote speaker! Provocative. Candid. Funny. Brought his experiences in the industry to life. Appreciated that we had the Q&A opportunity too. Tells it like it is.
Guy was awesome! Very on point, easy to work with, was accommodating, with a fantastic message! Guy was the talk of our show.
Editor, Industry Trade Magazine
The event went wonderfully well! Everyone appreciated Guy's talk and he was the highlight of the event.
Associate Director, Marketing, Flipkart
