Session 6

10:30 to 11:30 AM
Consciousness 2

How to Un-F*$% the World

Presenter: Jim Thomas

What would the world look like if we focused on things that mattered? Imagine a world that put energy into emerging technologies that could demonetize and democratize human basic needs. How can we shift global job trends to foster a new worldwide economic structure focused on peace, purpose, and prosperity as move into space?

Jim Thomas is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and futurist thought leader. He currently serves as a partner at the venture capital firm Kirenaga Partners. Their newest fund, the Space Coast Technologies Fund, is dedicated to transforming great ideas into world-improving technologies as they are transported to space. Prior to his role with Kirenaga, Jim served as the Executive Director of the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce and as the CEO of the Central Florida Tech Association. Through these endeavors Jim was able to foster growth of the business and entrepreneurial community throughout Central Florida. Jim also spent over ten years working in government and politics at the local, state, and federal levels. During this time he worked for the California State Senate, a Florida Congressional Member in Washington DC, and also served as a campaign manager for a United States Senate race. Jim sits on numerous boards and holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Public Policy and Public Administration from the University of Southern California.