Astro Teller, the head of Alphabet’s X, the Moonshot Factory, is set to grace the stage as a featured speaker at JS Disrupt 2025, taking place from October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. The event promises to be a treasure trove of information and insights that no tech enthusiast would want to miss.
Teller, known as the Captain of Moonshots, has been at the helm of X since 2010, overseeing the company’s ambitious projects aimed at tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Under his leadership, X has spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives such as self-driving cars (Waymo), delivery drones (Wing), and internet-beaming balloons (Loon).
Armed with a PhD from Carnegie Mellon and an undergraduate degree from Stanford, Teller is renowned for his unique blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision. Beyond his role as an executive, he is also an accomplished author, entrepreneur, and former hedge fund manager.
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape where AI is reshaping industries and the line between science fiction and reality is becoming increasingly blurred, Teller’s insights on moonshot thinking and fostering innovation are more pertinent than ever. His belief in rewarding failure to encourage quick learning and subsequent success holds particular relevance for founders navigating the uncertainties of the startup world.
JS Disrupt 2025 presents a rare opportunity for aspiring founders, investors, students, and startup enthusiasts to glean wisdom from one of the foremost innovation leaders in the world. By registering for the event now, attendees can take advantage of significant savings on select tickets and ensure they don’t miss out on Teller’s invaluable perspective on thinking big and creating meaningful impact.
As anticipation builds for Teller’s appearance at Disrupt 2025, attendees can look forward to engaging discussions on pushing boundaries, embracing failure as a stepping stone to success, and reimagining the future of technology and innovation. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to be inspired and informed by one of the industry’s most visionary thought leaders.