Gary Flake

Gary Flake

Keynote Speaker: Technologist, Advisor, Inventor, Independent Scientist & Investor; Former Executive at Overture, Yahoo!, Microsoft & Salesforce; Author of "The Computational Beauty of Nature"

Gary Flake Biography

Dr. Gary William Flake is an executive in computer science and innovation, with a career that bridges academia, industry, and entrepreneurship. Flake's early research delved into machine learning and neural networks, laying a robust foundation for his future endeavors in data science and artificial intelligence.

Flake's professional journey commenced at NEC Research Institute, where he spearheaded web data-mining initiatives. His expertise led him to Overture Services as chief science officer, where he played a pivotal role in advancing commercial web search technologies. Following Yahoo!'s acquisition of Overture, Flake founded Yahoo! Research Labs, steering the company's R&D and innovation strategies.

In 2005, Flake joined Microsoft as a Technical Fellow, founding Live Labs, a venture that bridged research and product development, yielding groundbreaking projects like Seadragon and Photosynth.

He established Clipboard Inc., a web clipping service acquired by Salesforce in 2013. At Salesforce, he served as chief technology officer of Search and Data Science, overseeing the company's search platform and data initiatives.

Flake wrote "The Computational Beauty of Nature," a seminal work exploring complex systems and self-organization, widely used in academic settings. His contributions have earned him over 150 patents and recognition in prominent publications like The New York Times and Forbes. Flake's doctorate in computer science was awarded through the University of Maryland.

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Gary Flake Videos

Customer-Centric Data, Machine Learning, and the Internet of Things
Microsoft Pivot - Gary Flake at TED

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What topics does Gary Flake speak about?

Gary Flake is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Inspirational, Business Leadership, Computer Science, Creativity, Innovation, Leadership, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Digital Transformation, Executive Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Science.

Where does Gary Flake travel from?

Gary Flake generally travels from Bellevue, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Gary Flake is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Inspirational and Business Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gary Flake for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Gary Flake generally travels from Bellevue, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Linda Bernardi, Fei-Fei Li and Byron Reese. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gary Flake for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/09/2025.

Gary Flake Videos

Customer-Centric Data, Machine Learning, and the Internet of Things
Microsoft Pivot - Gary Flake at TED
  • How do I book Gary Flake to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Gary Flake, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Gary Flake are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gary Flake, 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 Gary Flake speak about?

  • Where does Gary Flake travel from?

    Gary Flake generally travels from Bellevue, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Gary Flake?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gary Flake 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 Gary Flake 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 Gary Flake 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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