Ellen Kullman

Ellen Kullman

Keynote Speaker: Business Leadership Expert & Former CEO at DuPont; Chair of the Board at Carbon; Director at Goldman Sachs Group

Ellen Kullman Biography

Ellen J. Kullman is a business executive with a career spanning science, technology, and advanced manufacturing. Kullman holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Tufts University and a Master of Science in management from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Before joining DuPont, she worked for Westinghouse and General Electric. Kullman began her 27-year tenure at DuPont as a marketing manager for the medical imaging business, advancing through various leadership roles.

The DuPont board elected Kullman president and director, later naming her chief executive officer, making her the first woman to lead the company. As CEO, Kullman guided DuPont through a transformation, shifting the company away from commoditized businesses and focusing on market-driven science and innovation. She led growth in the Safety and Protection business portfolio and oversaw the introduction of DuPont Industrial Biosciences and DuPont Sustainable Solutions business units. Kullman has been recognized by Fortune and Forbes for her leadership in the business sector.

Kullman serves as chair of the board at Carbon, a privately held 3D printing company, and previously held the roles of president and CEO. Carbon is recognized for its manufacturing partnerships with Adidas, Ford, and Ikea, and for its Digital Light Synthesis technology, which advances product innovation in additive manufacturing and digital manufacturing.

Kullman is a director at Goldman Sachs Group, chairing its Public Responsibilities Committee, and serves on the board of Dell Technologies, chairing the Nominating and Governance Committee and acting as lead independent director. She has also chaired the U.S.-China Business Council, participated in the U.S.-India CEO Forum, and served on the executive committee of the Business Council. Kullman is a member of the National Academy of Engineering for her leadership in business growth and transformation in science and engineering.

Kullman has received the International Palladium Medal from the Société de Chimie Industrielle, the Engineering Leader of the Year Award, the Pete du Pont Individual Freedom Award, and Delaware's Order of the First State. She holds honorary Doctor of Science degrees from the University of Edinburgh and Tufts University. Kullman was named Independent Director of the Year by Corporate Board Member for her board leadership at United Technologies. She co-chairs the Paradigm for Parity coalition and is an advocate for gender equity in corporate leadership, as well as a prominent voice in digital manufacturing and innovation.

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Ellen Kullman Videos

Ellen Kullman, President & CEO of Carbon Inc.
CEO Ellen Kullman: To lead effectively, 'Be you.'
Conversations with Distinguished Alumni: Ellen Kullman '83 ...

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Ellen Kullman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Women and Influential Women. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Ellen Kullman 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 Angela Ahrendts, Reshma Saujani and Irene Rosenfeld. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ellen Kullman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/09/2026.

Ellen Kullman Videos

Ellen Kullman, President & CEO of Carbon Inc.
CEO Ellen Kullman: To lead effectively, 'Be you.'
Conversations with Distinguished Alumni: Ellen Kullman '83 ...
2018 Commencement Address - Ellen J. Kullman
  • How do I book Ellen Kullman to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ellen Kullman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ellen Kullman, 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 Ellen Kullman speak about?

    Ellen Kullman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Women, Influential Women, World Affairs, College, Commencement, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Female Leadership, Women's Rights, Leadership and Innovation.
  • Where does Ellen Kullman travel from?

    Ellen Kullman 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 Ellen Kullman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ellen Kullman 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 Ellen Kullman 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 Ellen Kullman 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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