Chris Messina

Chris Messina

Keynote Speaker: Social Media & Technology Futurist; Head of West Coast Business Development at Republic; Original Inventor of the Hashtag, Co-Founder of Molly; Former Product Designer at Uber & Google

Chris Messina Biography

Chris Messina has been at the forefront of social technology since 2004, playing a pivotal role in shaping the digital landscape. Known for his invention of the hashtag, a tool that revolutionized social media by enabling the organization of content and the formation of online movements, Messina has worn many hats throughout his career. As a product designer, developer advocate, community organizer, and open-source advocate, he has made significant contributions to companies like Google and Uber while also founding startups and creating social innovations like coworking and BarCamp.

In addition to his technological achievements, Messina is a sought-after speaker, having delivered talks at prestigious events such as TEDx, SXSW, and Google I/O. His insights have been featured in leading media outlets like The New York Times, TechCrunch, and Wired. Messina's influence extends beyond the tech world; he has made a cameo in Netflix’s "The Social Dilemma" and is referenced in notable books like "No Filter" by Sarah Frier and "Billion Dollar Loser" by Reeves Wiedeman.

Throughout his career, Messina has consistently been a catalyst for change, organizing grassroots movements like the campaign that propelled Mozilla Firefox to its first 100 million downloads and co-organizing the first BarCamp, which popularized the unconference event model globally. His work in launching the first coworking spaces has sparked a worldwide movement, further cementing his legacy as a pioneer in the tech community. Today, Messina continues to offer "product therapy" to founders and makers, helping them launch successful products and ideas.

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Chris Messina Videos

Keynote session with the inventor of hashtag, Chris Messina
The Technology of Better Humans | Chris Messina | TEDxBend
The unlikely lesson from inventing the hashtag | Chris Messina ...

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What topics does Chris Messina speak about?

Chris Messina is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Design, Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Futurism, Computer Science, Technology and Modern Media.

Where does Chris Messina travel from?

Chris Messina generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Chris Messina?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Messina 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 Messina for your next private or corporate function.

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Chris Messina is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Media, Design and Marketing. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Messina for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Chris Messina generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Alex Salkever, Erik Qualman and Jana Eggers. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Messina for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/08/2024.

Chris Messina Videos

Keynote session with the inventor of hashtag, Chris Messina
The Technology of Better Humans | Chris Messina | TEDxBend
The unlikely lesson from inventing the hashtag | Chris Messina ...
Chris Messina on the future of Messaging Bots & Chat for Business ...
Chris Messina- Inventor of the Hashtag

Chris Messina Reviews

  • Business Technology Association - Sep 20 2019

  • MailUp - Dec 05 2018

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

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Messina 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 Messina, 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 Messina or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Messina for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Messina, 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 Messina are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Messina, 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 Messina speak about?

    Chris Messina is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Media, Design, Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Futurism, Computer Science, Technology and Modern Media.
  • Where does Chris Messina travel from?

    Chris Messina generally travels from Oakland, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Messina?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Messina 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 Messina 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 Messina 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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