Michelle Li
Keynote Speaker | Toronto, Ontario
Climate Champion & Tech Innovator
Sustainability, Leadership & Future of Work Expert
Michelle Li Expertise Personal Growth, Peak Performance, Teamwork, Mindset & Goal Accomplishment, Resilience & Adversity, Mindfulness, Excellence & Success, Innovation & Creativity and Environment & Climate Change.
About Michelle Li
Michelle Li stands at the forefront of the global climate movement as a renowned Climate Champion, influential thought leader, and compelling keynote speaker. She is the driving force behind Clever Carbon, an organization dedicated to democratizing carbon footprint literacy through hip and fun content. Michelle’s strategic acumen was homed in Silicon Valley, working with leading tech companies like Salesforce, before she pivoted to galvanize widespread climate action. Her expertise and electrifying keynote are sought on the world's most significant platforms; Michelle has addressed audiences at SXSW, TEDx, Bloomberg Green, Davos and COP29, and contributes her insights to the United Nations. With innovation, creativity, and resilience at the heart of her messaging, Michelle is a consistently relevant and engaging choice for any event.
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MICHELLE LI BIOGRAPHY
Michelle Li didn’t just change careers; she answered a global call to action. Forging a path from the heart of Silicon Valley’s tech scene to the forefront of the climate movement, she brings a founder’s mindset and a disruptor’s energy to one of the most critical challenges of our time. Her journey from building software for giants like Salesforce and DocuSign to building a sustainable future is a masterclass in purpose-driven transformation.
At the core of Michelle’s work is a powerful, unshakeable belief: “A carbon-literate society will accelerate action and create better solutions at the speed and scale required for a thriving planet.” She diagnosed a key problem: the climate conversation was often too complex, too exclusive, and too intimidating for the average person. Her solution? To demystify climate action and make it accessible, engaging, and even joyful.
This mission ignited the creation of clever carbon, a startup that transforms carbon footprint literacy from a dry statistic into a vibrant, interactive experience. By making learning “hip and fun,” Michelle has empowered thousands to understand their impact and become confident agents of change.
Recognizing that action flourishes in community, she founded Women and Climate, a global nonprofit that galvanizes a powerful network of women to connect, learn, and lead. It’s more than a community; it’s an incubator for collaboration and a testament to her commitment to inclusive, collective action.
Michelle’s magnetic energy and visionary approach have made her a sought-after voice on the world’s most influential stages, including TEDx, SXSW, Bloomberg, COP, and the United Nations. As the convener of the Carbon Newbie Summit during NYC Climate Week, she brought together titans like Mastercard, Allbirds, the NBA, and Mubadala to break down barriers to climate knowledge. Her insights are regularly featured by major media outlets such as ABC, CBS, FOX, Inc.com, and Politico, solidifying her role as a defining voice in the sustainability movement.
As a speaker, Michelle doesn’t just present; she connects and catalyzes. Whether keynoting, moderating, or serving as MC for the world’s leading brands, she has a rare ability to translate complex ideas into actionable inspiration. As Alissa Schipper, Google Senior Industry Manager, notes, “Michelle Li’s powerful keynote, “A brief history: Carbon Footprint Edition,” at Google’s Sustainability Summit in Berlin, was rated the best by attendees. What truly set her presentation apart was its fun, light, and unexpectedly different approach, making a complex topic engaging and memorable.”
Michelle Li is the rare leader who bridges two worlds—the relentless innovation of tech and the urgent, human-centered mission of climate action. She isn’t just talking about a better future; she is actively building the tools and communities to create it.
Michelle Li Topic Presentations
Michelle Li Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.
From Scientist to Silicon Valley to Climate Champion: Lessons from a Career Built Across Stem and Leadership
A Brief History: Carbon Footprint Edition
From Silicon Valley to Global Climate Champion: The Journey from Tech Professional to Global Climate Thought Leader
What is Carbon Footprint?! a Tale of Resilience, Innovation, Perseverance, and Creativity
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What is Michelle Li known for and what is their expertise as a keynote speaker in Canada?
Michelle Li is known for defined subject matter expertise based on professional experience and industry background. As a keynote speaker in Canada for conferences and conventions, their presentations align with organizational objectives and audience outcomes. Corporate keynote speakers in Canada are selected based on credibility, relevance, and practical application. Expertise alignment supports informed booking decisions. Read More
What topics does Michelle Li speak on for conferences, conventions, corporate events, and annual general meetings in Canada?
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Where is Michelle Li from and where do they speak across Canada?
Michelle Li is from Toronto, Ontario and is available for events across Canada. Conference speakers in Canada frequently travel nationally with defined travel terms. Corporate keynote speakers coordinate scheduling through structured agreements. Availability is confirmed through formal inquiry. Read More
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Does Michelle Li deliver keynote presentations, workshops, training sessions, breakout sessions, fireside chats, or panel discussions?
Michelle Li may deliver keynote presentations as well as workshops and breakout sessions. Canadian business speakers for corporate training in Canada define session length and format during booking. Conference speakers may also participate in fireside chats or panel discussions depending on program design. Session formats are confirmed in writing. Read More
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Additional costs to hire Michelle Li may include travel expenses, extended sessions, workshops, meet and greets, emcee duties, or event host roles. Keynote speakers in Canada for business conventions often separate honorarium from travel and related logistics. Canadian business speakers confirm these components in writing before agreement execution. All additional costs are outlined contractually. Read More
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Is Michelle Li represented by an agent in Canada and how is the agreement handled?
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