We highly recommend Léonie as a speaker who not only simplifies the complex connections between people and nature but inspires positive change.
Founding Member
1ST EMPLOYEE
Formula 1 Austin, Whole Foods E-store. 4 M&As, $14B valuation. Sales at $35M+
Earth System Scientist
ECONOMIC IMPACT
Full spectrum innovation architect. $25B+ economic development in tech and green reform EU & US.
GLOBAL
Policy Reform
HEADS OF STATE
Co-authored €7B policy to advance sustainability in Europe. Advised on a global plastic treaty with UN & SIDS.
TOP
WOMEN
IN VC
CO-FOUNDER
Managing Director of 3 eco funds, and 1 SDG-focused accelerator; 3500+ startups, 15K investors, 18 investments.
ISLAND
ABUNDANCE
BIODIVERSITY
Unlock bio-cultural blueprints with decision-makers for island prosperity in ethical and culturally sensitive ways.
I simplify connections between people and the environment, showing how human life depends on Earth's ecosystems for global prosperity with islands at the forefront.
Léonie Weerakoon
Léonie Weerakoon, an islander, public speaker and earth system architect, has played a founding role in innovative projects collectively generating over $25 billion in economic development in
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Hi, I'm Léonie.
I decode hidden connections, turning complex science into practical solutions for a thriving planet. Driven by nature's interconnectedness, I spark innovation through diversity.
Léonie Weerakoon is a multi-lingual speaker (French, German, Luxembourgish, English), but her true language is unity and impact. A multi-hyphenate thought leader and system architect, she captivates audiences with her vision of solving global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Bridging divides, her expertise fosters collaboration with CEOs, artists, scientists, Heads of State, and Aboriginal leaders across diverse settings from boardrooms and studios to remote villages on the environmental frontlines. Over a decade, Léonie has translated complex science into groundbreaking frameworks and innovations for sustainability, sparking reform generating a $25 billion economic impact. Projects include Formula 1 and Whole Foods. Recognized by Forbes, Business Insider, and the European Commission, she's not just a businesswoman, but a humanitarian and artist at heart, drawing empathy to actionable solutions from her diverse roots (Luxembourgish, Texan, Sri Lankan). She Founded Kinetik to aid islands with bio-cultural blueprints and direct strategic investments protect their unique dialogue with nature as a springboard for innovation. Kinetik tackles bias in biodiversity data to achieve a more equitable and sustainable future for earth systems.
Speaking Topics
FUTURE THINKING
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Biomimetic
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Design and Conservation
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System Thinking
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Web3
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Ethical Investing
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Decolonization
GREEN SOLUTIONS
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Nature-Based
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Island Innovations
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Ethical Investing
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Island Abundance
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Bio-Cultural Restoration
PLANETARY WEB
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Human Ecology
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Earth System Science
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Native Science
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Ethical Innovation
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Eco Solutions
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Innovation Bias
Topic Outcomes
EVALUATION EVENTS
Master systemic change for a thriving future. Drive positive impact & restore biodiversity ethically, benefitting all.
Judging and Assessment
KEYNOTE SPEECHES
Reconnect with nature and explore how global collaboration drives ethical change in billion-dollar systems, creating nature-based solutions.
Motivational Speaking
EXPERT INTERVIEWS
Media interviews: Get insights sparking discussions on climate solutions, investments, and policy reform.
Media Engagement
MODERATOR
Dynamic global interview expertise, captivating you through insightful and impactful questions. Léonie cuts through the noise for you.
Event Facilitation
LECTURES
Discover climate-smart innovations and ethical island models driving global progress, essential for restoring native cultures and ecosystems.
Academic Speaking
PANELS
Discover the effects of innovative investments, sparking systemic solutions for progress in science and technology.
Panel Participation