Rachel Sibley

About Rachel Sibley

I work at the intersection of technology and trust. I want to build not only a more connected world, but networks of communities that can evolve, scale, and bridge divides. I leverage exponential technologies to bring that vision to life. Half introverted maker, half pragmatic strategist, I love improving systems with a purpose and designing user-centric solutions at scale. I believe tech can make us not only more powerful but also more humane—and that both are required to create true value. I share that vision (+pragmatic use cases, in-the-trenches insights, and first-mover market opportunities) as a speaker at events like TEDx (Berlin), Mobile World Congress (Barcelona), SXSW (Austin), IT Arena (Lviv), Augmented World Expo (San Francisco), Bosphorus Summit (Istanbul), CES (Las Vegas)—and more. As a consultant, I\'ve helped identify and develop programs and product opportunities with Fortune 500s (Accenture, Alphabet Inc, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Qualcomm), governments (the Emirate of Dubai), analyst firms (Gartner, IDC), and non-profit agencies (the United Nations, Head Start). As VP of Product Marketing for Leap Motion, a leader in neural-net-based technology that allows people to interact in VR and AR with their bare hands, I led go-to-market efforts to bring naturalistic embodiment to digital environments. Previously, I served on the senior leadership team at IBM Design, where I helped scale the practice of design thinking globally, opening 29 design studios worldwide and galvanizing a more design-centric ethos at one of the world’s oldest and largest technology companies. Born of a family of artists, I’ve also worked at a professional level since my teens in theater (performing on stage & screen), dance (showcasing my choreography at SXSW & the Cotton Bowl), and photography (my exhibitions feature social impact & climate issues like the widespread wildfires of 2011). Colleagues have described me as \"the sparkplug,\"\"elegant, highly polished, & nerdy to boot,\" and \"an excellent negotiator. with more energy than the entire staff.\" When not tinkering with big ideas, I like to hike tall desert mountains with family and friends, sit quietly in monasteries, and teach social dance. Send me a message or find me on twitter @sibleyspeaks so I can learn from you, too. In appreciation, Rachel

Experience

1. Guest Faculty

   Singularity University

   Jan 2018 — Present · CA

   Singularity University\'s mission to educate, empower, and equip individuals to leverage exponential technologies for global impact aligns perfectly with my passion for driving transformative change. I am open to new opportunities to contribute my expertise at other esteemed institutions. Let\'s connect to explore how my knowledge and passion can add value to your organization. Being a Guest Faculty member at Singularity University has been an incredibly rewarding experience, allowing me to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators and change-makers. Highlights of my role as a Guest Faculty member include:* Delivering engaging and thought-provoking lectures, seminars, and workshops on cutting-edge topics related to exponential technologies, innovation, and future trends.* Providing real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of exponential technologies and their potential for positive societal impact.* Staying at the forefront of industry trends and advancements through continuous learning and research, ensuring that the content delivered is up-to-date and relevant.* Collaborating with esteemed colleagues and industry experts to develop curriculum and educational materials that foster a deep understanding of the potential of disruptive technologies.* Mentoring and guiding students, helping them to expand their perspectives and cultivate a mindset of abundance and innovation.* Participating in panel discussions, symposiums, and other public events, contributing to the broader dialogue on emerging technologies and their implications.#GuestFaculty #SingularityUniversity #ExponentialTechnologies #Innovation #Education #Mentorship #ThoughtLeadership

Education

• Bennington College

  Post-Baccalaureate

  2012 — 2013

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Plan II Honors, Arabic, Spanish, English

• School Year Abroad (SYA)

  Zaragoza, Spain

• School for International Training (SIT)

  Rabat, Morocco