Dean DeBiase

Dean DeBiase

Keynote Speaker: Silicon Valley CEO & Business Transformation Leader; Chairman of Reboot Partners; Co-Author of "The Big Moo"

Dean DeBiase Biography

Dean DeBiase is a Silicon Valley CEO and business leader known for transforming companies in sectors such as metagaming, media, beauty, retail, ecommerce, services, and technology. DeBiase has built a career guiding organizations through expansion, turnaround, roll-up, spin-out, divestiture, management buyout, SPAC, mergers and acquisitions, and IPO phases. Inc. magazine has referred to DeBiase as a "Growth Guru." He has led public, private, and family-enterprise companies, contributing to the creation of hundreds of products, thousands of jobs, and significant revenue and value generation.

DeBiase's executive experience includes involvement in notable Silicon Valley deals. He served as chairman of ÄKTA, which was acquired by Salesforce; CEO of Autoweb, which went public and was later acquired by Autobytel; CEO of Imagination Network/WorldPlay Entertainment, acquired by Verizon; and CEO of TNS Media, acquired by WPP. DeBiase has also held executive roles and CEO positions at Fortune 500 subsidiaries, including FedEx, AT&T, AOL, WPP, Western Union, Anixter, Arris, and LG Electronics. Early in his career, he contributed to the development of the online games industry, led a company acquisition by America Online, and expanded WorldPlay into a leading AOL channel.

In addition to his corporate roles, DeBiase is active in thought leadership and education. He is a senior KIN fellow and lecturer of entrepreneurship and innovation at Kellogg School of Management, a technology fellow at Northwestern University, a board leadership fellow at the National Association of Corporate Directors, and an advisor to the National Science Foundation. DeBiase is a Forbes contributor and co-author of the business book "The Big Moo," which he co-created with Seth Godin and Malcolm Gladwell. He is a frequent media guest on CNBC, NBC, FOX, CNN, and ABC, and has served as a CEO guest host on NBC's "Celebrity Apprentice."

DeBiase hosts "The Reboot Chronicles," a podcast on iHeart Radio, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and YouTube, where CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and global leaders discuss organizational growth, innovation, technology, talent, culture, and governance. As chairman of Reboot Partners, DeBiase and his team work to scale emerging growth companies and assist startups and Fortune 1000 organizations in driving global growth. He also serves as executive producer, creator, and host of programs including The Reboot Institute's executive education programs, the Reboot Fellows, "Dancing with Startups," and Boardroom Innovation.

As a CEO keynote speaker, DeBiase addresses topics such as leadership, growth strategy, innovation, and organizational transformation. His leadership style emphasizes inclusive engagement and the development of multi-generational and multinational teams to create new markets and disrupt established brands. DeBiase's teams have been recognized for scaling organizations and producing products, services, and brands that have influenced and transformed markets.

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Dean DeBiase Videos

Dean DeBiase TED Talk: BRAVEntrepreneurs
SLUSH Conference Keynote: Seizing the Global Entrepreneurial Movement
Dean DeBiase, Commencement Speech

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What topics does Dean DeBiase speak about?

Dean DeBiase is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Culture, Host & Emcee, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Engineering, TED, Business, Business Growth, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Future of Work, Futurism, Executive Leadership, Business Consulting, Business Authors, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Business Leadership.

Where does Dean DeBiase travel from?

Dean DeBiase generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dean DeBiase?

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Dean DeBiase is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Culture and Host & Emcee. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dean DeBiase for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dean DeBiase generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jenn Lim, R "Ray" Wang and Dr. Jackie Freiberg. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dean DeBiase for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/06/2026.

Dean DeBiase Videos

Dean DeBiase TED Talk: BRAVEntrepreneurs
SLUSH Conference Keynote: Seizing the Global Entrepreneurial Movement
Dean DeBiase, Commencement Speech
  • How do I book Dean DeBiase to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dean DeBiase 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 Dean DeBiase, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dean DeBiase or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dean DeBiase for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dean DeBiase, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dean DeBiase are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dean DeBiase, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dean DeBiase speak about?

  • Where does Dean DeBiase travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dean DeBiase 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dean DeBiase 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 Dean DeBiase 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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