Sly Lee

Sly Lee

Keynote Speaker: Co-Founder & CEO of Emerge

Sly Lee Biography

Sly Lee is a first generation American of Singaporean immigrants. His passion for human connection stems from his childhood in Mississippi, and work in developing countries for three years. He’s driven by empathetic design of cutting edge technologies for positive impact. He is co-founder and co-CEO of a venture capital backed startup, Emerge, who seeks to foster meaningful bonds across distance and time. Emerge is bringing touch and emotion to extended reality experiences — bridging the distance between you and what matters.

He is also former founder and Advisor to the Board of The Hydrous, a 501(c)3 nonprofit on a mission to fostering open access oceans. Their methods of 3D capturing coral reefs underwater have been used in over 20+ international universities and NGOs. Their current projects include a VR film, a joint educational program with Google Expeditions, archiving coral specimens at the Smithsonian Institute, and leading expeditions with Sylvia Earle’s Mission Blue. Their work has been featured in WIRED, Fast Co, and TED.

Mr. Lee is a Forbes 30 Under 30 class of 2018 recipient, a Singularity University Global Solutions Program 2015 Alumnus, World Economic Forum Global Future Council Member for AR/VR, and can be found surfing Venice Breakwater most mornings. He is dedicated to creating a more connected and empathetic world, and envisions a future based on love for our environment and one another.

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Sly Lee Videos

Season 5 Episode 19 Ft. Sly Lee of Emerge! Between Realities VR Podcast
MarketX Speaker Series | Sly Lee CEO and Co-Founder of Emerge
A new language of touch in the metaverse | Sly Lee | TEDxBoston

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How much does it cost to book Sly Lee for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Sly Lee, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sly Lee are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sly Lee, 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 Sly Lee speak about?

Sly Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Science, Entrepreneurship, Technology, Biology, Virtual Reality, Cryptocurrency, Innovation, Futurism, Modern Media, Artificial Intelligence and E-Commerce.

Where does Sly Lee travel from?

Sly Lee generally travels from Marina del Rey, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Sly Lee?

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

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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 Sly Lee 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.


Sly Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Science, Entrepreneurship and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sly Lee for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sly Lee generally travels from Marina del Rey, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason J. Sosa, Sharon Gai and Richie Etwaru. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sly Lee for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/09/2024.

Sly Lee Videos

Season 5 Episode 19 Ft. Sly Lee of Emerge! Between Realities VR Podcast
MarketX Speaker Series | Sly Lee CEO and Co-Founder of Emerge
A new language of touch in the metaverse | Sly Lee | TEDxBoston

Sly Lee Reviews

  • Working with the team was fantastic, communication was smooth, and it was a real pleasure to have Sly join us. I cannot wait for the next event!
    Dept Holding BV - Jul 26 2022

  • How do I book Sly Lee to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Sly Lee, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sly Lee are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sly Lee, 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 Sly Lee speak about?

    Sly Lee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Science, Entrepreneurship, Technology, Biology, Virtual Reality, Cryptocurrency, Innovation, Futurism, Modern Media, Artificial Intelligence and E-Commerce.
  • Where does Sly Lee travel from?

    Sly Lee generally travels from Marina del Rey, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Sly Lee?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sly Lee 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 Sly Lee 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 Sly Lee 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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