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Chris Kelly

Chris Kelly

Keynote Speaker: Angel Tech Investor, NBA Team Owner, Employee 25 at Facebook, Privacy and Security Expert, Intellectual Property Lawyer

Chris Kelly Biography

Chris Kelly is a Silicon Valley investor with a long track record of building innovative companies and making the Internet a safer place for kids and adults alike. As the first Chief Privacy Officer, General Counsel, and Head of Global Public Policy for Facebook, Chris helped the company grow from its college roots to the ubiquitous communications medium that it is today. Chris’ development of the site’s safety and security policies around real world identity and deployment of a highly-trained staff for rule and law enforcement are credited as critical elements in the company’s success.

Chris left Facebook in 2009 to seek the Democratic nomination for Attorney General of California, garnering 16 percent of the vote in a seven-way race, his first run for statewide office. Since the June 2010 primary, he has become an active investor in companies seeking transformational improvements in technology, media, and finance. Currently, he serves as Chairman of Fandor, a San Francisco-based streaming media company focused on independent film and visual expression, and Chairman of MoviePass, a subscription-based movie ticketing service with headquarters in New York City.

In 2013, Chris joined a group of California investors who purchased the Sacramento Kings of the NBA. As a member of the group’s executive board, Chris contributes his expertise in technology and management to basketball operations and the Golden1 Center, the team’s new state of the art arena that opened in 2016. The arena was recently named Best Elite Sports Facility in the world by the Sports Technology Awards, an annual recognition voted on by thought leaders in global technology and sports.

As an attorney in private practice before his time at Facebook, Chris represented Netscape in the Microsoft antitrust case and Diamond Multimedia in the groundbreaking suit over the MP3 player that furthered personal use rights over digital content. Chris received his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University, a master’s degree from Yale University, and his law degree from Harvard University. Chris also serves on the Board of Directors for the San Francisco 49ers Academy, an alternative public middle school in East Palo Alto, and as Chair of the New Leaders Council, a nationwide leadership training program for young progressives.

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Chris Kelly Speaking Topics

The Future of Technology and our Digital World

As a kid growing up in Silicon Valley, Chris Kelly knows first hand how technology has changed the world. Now as an angel investor, Kelly has an inside view of where technology is heading. What are the newest ideas and how are innovators planning to change the world? Based on his own experience and research, Kelly paints a picture of the future of technology and our digital world.

Inside Silicon Valley: Finding Innovators

From a kid who grew up in the valley, to become a major tech investor and entrepreneur. Chris Kelly provides an inside look at how to succeed in Silicon Valley, having worked with (or against) the biggest names in the business, such as Netscape, Microsoft, and Facebook. As an insider in many startups, pre, and post-Facebook, he shares some of the keys to entrepreneurial success and why some ideas succeed while others fail.

The Facebook Story

In 2005, Sean Parker introduced Chris Kelly to Facebook, where Kelly became Employee 25. Ten years older than most employees, Kelly provided a steady senior executive presence to this fledgling startup as Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel. Kelly gives insight into what it takes to make the leap from small startup to giant corporation, the problems and challenges of intergenerational teams, and the secrets for a successful transition to superstar status.

Privacy, Security, and Safety in a Social Media World

In his talk, Chris Kelly—IP lawyer and former Chief Privacy Officer for Facebook talks about his experience in developing online privacy and identity. During his time at Facebook, Kelly worked with the Attorneys General of all 50 states to develop new safety and privacy rules known as the “Key Principles Of Social Networking Safety,” which provided safeguards for online privacy. At the same time, these safeguards took away user anonymity. He will discuss the delicate balance of safeguarding personal privacy and protecting users from predators by requiring users to have a verified online identity, and what the future holds for both.

Chris Kelly Videos

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How do I book Chris Kelly to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Kelly for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Kelly, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Kelly or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Chris Kelly for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Chris Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Kelly are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Kelly, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Chris Kelly speak about?

Chris Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Inspirational, Social Justice, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Business Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Computer Science and Social Media.

Who is the agent for Chris Kelly?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Kelly for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Kelly for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Kelly or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Chris Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Inspirational and Social Justice. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Kelly for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Chris Kelly can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Pete Cashmore, Jimmy Wales and Justin Dillon. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Kelly for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/11/2023.

Chris Kelly Speaking Topics

  • The Future of Technology and our Digital World

    As a kid growing up in Silicon Valley, Chris Kelly knows first hand how technology has changed the world. Now as an angel investor, Kelly has an inside view of where technology is heading. What are the newest ideas and how are innovators planning to change the world? Based on his own experience and research, Kelly paints a picture of the future of technology and our digital world.

  • Inside Silicon Valley: Finding Innovators

    From a kid who grew up in the valley, to become a major tech investor and entrepreneur. Chris Kelly provides an inside look at how to succeed in Silicon Valley, having worked with (or against) the biggest names in the business, such as Netscape, Microsoft, and Facebook. As an insider in many startups, pre, and post-Facebook, he shares some of the keys to entrepreneurial success and why some ideas succeed while others fail.

  • The Facebook Story

    In 2005, Sean Parker introduced Chris Kelly to Facebook, where Kelly became Employee 25. Ten years older than most employees, Kelly provided a steady senior executive presence to this fledgling startup as Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel. Kelly gives insight into what it takes to make the leap from small startup to giant corporation, the problems and challenges of intergenerational teams, and the secrets for a successful transition to superstar status.

  • Privacy, Security, and Safety in a Social Media World

    In his talk, Chris Kelly—IP lawyer and former Chief Privacy Officer for Facebook talks about his experience in developing online privacy and identity. During his time at Facebook, Kelly worked with the Attorneys General of all 50 states to develop new safety and privacy rules known as the “Key Principles Of Social Networking Safety,” which provided safeguards for online privacy. At the same time, these safeguards took away user anonymity. He will discuss the delicate balance of safeguarding personal privacy and protecting users from predators by requiring users to have a verified online identity, and what the future holds for both.

Chris Kelly Videos

Securing Sport 2015 - Keynote Speech by Chris Kelly, Former ...

Chris Kelly News

  • How do I book Chris Kelly to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Kelly for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Kelly, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Kelly or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Kelly for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Kelly, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Kelly are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Kelly, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chris Kelly speak about?

    Chris Kelly is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Inspirational, Social Justice, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Business Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Computer Science and Social Media.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Kelly?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Kelly for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Kelly for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Kelly or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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