Mohammed Ashour is a visionary entrepreneur and global business leader dedicated to transforming industries through innovation, impact, and growth. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Visionary Group, he spearheads the development of businesses in emerging economies that operate at the nexus of technology and innovation, delivering outsized financial, social and... Read more
Aspire: Global Leader in Farming Edible Insects
Want to end hunger? Start by feeding the wealthy, better | Mohammed Ashour | TEDxCUNY
GRIF 2018 - Thinking out of the Box: Are Insects the New Sushi?
Solving for climate change, world hunger
How companies can be better stewards of the planet without compromising their bottom line (doing good and doing well)
Dropping out of medical school to start Aspire and raising $100mm to build the company
How to start a company, raise money, deal with rejection, growing pains, scaling an organization
Mohammed Ashour is a visionary entrepreneur and global business leader dedicated to transforming industries through innovation, impact, and growth. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Visionary Group, he spearheads the development of businesses in emerging economies that operate at the nexus of technology and innovation, delivering outsized financial, social and environmental impact.
Previously, Mohammed served as the CEO of Aspire, an early leader and innovator in sustainable insect agriculture and technology. Mohammed co-founded the company in 2013 after leading his team to victory in the prestigious US$1 million Hult Prize, where they triumphed over more than 10,000 competitors globally. During his tenure, Aspire gained international recognition for its pioneering work in reimagining food systems.
Recognized as a thought leader in social enterprise and innovation-driven entrepreneurship, Mohammed’s insights and achievements have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Forbes, The Economist, Bloomberg, and Fast Company. A former Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Mohammed is a recipient of the distinguished Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award and serves as a member of the Business Council of Canada’s Next Generation of Business Leaders.
Mohammed’s academic journey reflects his relentless pursuit of interdisciplinary excellence. He holds an M.B.A. and M.Sc. in Neuroscience from McGill University, where he also pursued a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery (MD-CM) degree. He earned his B.Sc. in Life Sciences from the University of Toronto.
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Mohammed Ashour's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Mohammed tailored to your event.
Mohammed Ashour speaks on Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Future & Technology. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Mohammed to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Mohammed Ashour for events worldwide, subject to Mohammed's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Mohammed Ashour is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Mohammed can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Mohammed Ashour on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Mohammed can offer.
Mohammed Ashour delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Mohammed Ashour's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Future & Technology. To get a clear sense of Mohammed's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Mohammed Ashour can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurial, Future & Technology is relevant. Details of Mohammed's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Mohammed Ashour is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Mohammed Ashour, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Mohammed's current availability for your dates.