Hugh Herr pioneers biomechanics innovation, designing revolutionary bionic limbs that transcend traditional limitations of disability. His groundbreaking work transforms lives through the seamless integration of technology and human biology.
As Director of MIT Media Lab's Biomechatronics Group, Hugh has developed transformative technologies including the EmPower Ankle-Foot Prosthesis. TIME magazine recognized his visionary contributions by naming him "Leader of the Bionic Age," while his research has generated over 150 peer-reviewed publications and earned prestigious honors including the Heinz Award.
Hugh's expertise helps organizations reimagine human potential through technological advancement. By demonstrating how adversity—including his own experience losing both legs in a climbing accident—can drive innovation, he provides a framework for businesses to develop solutions that enhance human capability rather than simply compensating for limitations. His work illustrates how cross-disciplinary collaboration can solve seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Audiences leave Hugh's presentations with practical insights on fostering innovation through personal resilience, understanding the future landscape of human-technology integration, and recognizing opportunities where technological solutions can dramatically improve lives. His firsthand experience bridges theoretical concepts with tangible applications.
Book Hugh to inspire your organization to push beyond perceived limitations and embrace technology's potential to enhance human capability.
How can I book Hugh Herr for my next event?
Email hugh.herr@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for Hugh Herr. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Hugh Herr's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email hugh.herr@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Hugh directly.
What topics does Hugh Herr specialise in?
Hugh Herr specialises in discussing biomechanics, bionic limbs, robotic prosthetics and more.
What is Hugh Herr's speaking style like?
Hugh Herr inspires with his visionary insights on biomechanics, blending technology and human potential. His engaging talks motivate audiences to embrace innovation and envision a future of enhanced capabilities.
Does Hugh Herr offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Hugh Herr offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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