Sean Follmer

Sean Follmer

Keynote Speaker: Human Computer Interaction Researcher and Designer, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science at Stanford University

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Sean Follmer Biography

Sean Follmer is a Human Computer Interaction researcher and designer. He is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science (by courtesy) at Stanford University, where he teaches the design of connected devices and directs the Interactive Machines Research Lab. His research team explores the intersection of the physical and digital worlds, creating new technologies for tactile and haptic devices, ubiquitous robotics, mobile interaction, and remote collaboration. Prof. Follmer explores the future of design and collaborative work.

Prof. Follmer received a Ph.D. and a Masters from the MIT Media Lab and a BS in Engineering from Stanford University. Prof. Follmer has received numerous awards for his research and design work, including best paper awards and nominations from premier academic conferences in HCI (ACM UIST and CHI), Fast Company Innovation By Design Awards, the Red Dot Design Award, and the Laval Virtual Award. His projects have been installed and demoed at the Smithsonian’s Cooper Hewitt Design Museum, the MIT museum, and at Milan Design week. Videos of his research have viewed by more than 10 million times and have been featured in the NY Times, BBC. His talk on TED.com was highlighted as a TED talk of the week.

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Sean Follmer Speaking Topics

Speech Topics

  • Future of Design
  • Future of the Work Place
  • Future of Collaboration
  • Cognition and Interaction in the Physical World

Sean Follmer Videos

Shape-shifting tech will change work as we know it | Sean Follmer ...
Devices that adapt and build smart environments | Sean Follmer ...

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Sean Follmer is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, TED and Research & Exploration.

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

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Sean Follmer is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Computer Science, Technology and Engineering. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sean Follmer for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Sean Follmer generally travels from Stanford, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Catie Cuan, Simone Giertz and Tom Gruber. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sean Follmer for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Sean Follmer Speaking Topics

  • Speech Topics

    • Future of Design
    • Future of the Work Place
    • Future of Collaboration
    • Cognition and Interaction in the Physical World

Sean Follmer Videos

Shape-shifting tech will change work as we know it | Sean Follmer ...
Devices that adapt and build smart environments | Sean Follmer ...
  • How do I book Sean Follmer to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Sean Follmer, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sean Follmer, 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 Sean Follmer speak about?

    Sean Follmer is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, TED and Research & Exploration.
  • Where does Sean Follmer travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sean Follmer 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 Sean Follmer 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 Sean Follmer 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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