Session
Mobility
The Future of Mobility: Lessons and Failures from the Uber Journey
Ryan Graves, the first employee of Uber who also served as its CEO and SVP of Global Operations, will take the stage to share his experiences leading the global mobility revolution. Drawing from his journey at Uber, he will explore how the future of mobility is set to evolve. Graves will discuss the challenges and failures he faced, offering valuable insights into the strategies and leadership principles necessary for driving innovation and achieving success.
Available passes
- Executive
- Business/Startup
- Rising Star
- City
Language：English
Speakers
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Parisa Rose
The Los Angeles Tribune
Parisa Rose
Contributing Writer
Parisa is a visionary leader in the Creator Economy, celebrated for building vibrant communities, fostering authentic connections, and driving innovation at the intersection of technology and creativity. As a media host and thought leader, she captivates audiences by leading transformative conversations with industry pioneers and hosting high-profile red carpet events and virtual conferences. With expertise in community design, content strategy, and emerging technologies, Parisa empowers creators and their audiences to thrive in collaborative and innovative environments. Her work bridges the gap between creators and platforms, crafting data-driven strategies, optimizing user experiences, and refining monetization models to establish industry-leading hubs of creativity.A dynamic speaker, best-selling author, and human rights advocate, Parisa is a National Champion and 8x All-American Swimmer. She has been honored with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, one of the nation’s highest honors for civic contributions, in recognition of her extraordinary volunteerism and her role as a changemaker driving social justice and community impact. Her efforts have also earned her recognition as a trusted advisor to leading media and tech companies, where she helps shape strategies that redefine innovation and engagement. As a mother of two, Parisa brings resilience, creativity, and inspiration to everything she does. Whether mentoring creators, designing transformative programs, or hosting compelling conversations, she continues to shape the future of digital collaboration and community-building with passion and purpose.
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Ryan Graves
Saltwater
Ryan Graves
Founder & CEO, Saltwater
Ryan Graves is the Founder & CEO of Saltwater, his family office, incubation, and investment firm. The Saltwater portfolio holds Restless Energy, owner of @Art on instagram, GPX, a logistics & supply chain SaaS business, Mayven Studios, a world class software design and development firm, along with a growing venture portfolio. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of charity:water, Pachama Inc. Formerly, he served as Board Director and SVP Global Operations for Uber Technologies Inc. from founding to IPO. Graves was the first employee, first CEO, and a member of Uber’s founding team. Ryan's career has been a mix of business and technology roles ranging from startups such as Uber and foursquare to corporations such as General Electric and CNA Insurance. Graves currently resides on Kauai with his wife and 4 sons, and holds a BA in Economics from Miami University (OH).
