Anousheh Ansari

Anousheh Ansari, extraordinary entrepreneur, engineer, and trailblazer who has etched her name in history as the first self-funded woman – as well as the first Iranian and Muslim woman – to journey to the International Space Station. Her journey from Iran to the United States, overcoming personal challenges and the Iranian Revolution shaped her unbreakable spirit. Anousheh's insights on training for a space mission, views on failure, and determination are a treasure trove for unlocking potential and pursuing a better future.

Andrea Navedo, an award-winning actress known for her role in Jane the Virgin, discusses the need for diverse representation in media. Anousheh Ansari, the first self-funded female space tourist, shares insights on tackling challenges and finding solutions. Noor Tagouri emphasizes the power of wearing her hijab as a symbol of identity. Sabrina Kay highlights her journey through personal pressures, while Brenda Gilbert stresses the importance of resilience and empathy. Najwa Zebian reflects on acceptance and healing in the quest for belonging.

Join Anousheh Ansari, CEO of XPRIZE, along with XPRIZE co-founder Gregg Maryniak and Erik Lindbergh, grandson of aviation legend Charles Lindbergh, as they unveil the thrilling journey of civilian spaceflight. They discuss the pivotal $10 million Ansari XPRIZE that transformed space exploration from a government venture to a commercial reality. Engaging anecdotes reveal the challenges and victories faced, while emphasizing the importance of creativity and resilience in pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. Buckle up for a captivating ride into the future of space!

Anousheh Ansari, a pioneer in promoting innovation through competitions, discusses how innovation prizes can drive advancements in space, AI, quantum computing, and carbon removal. She explains the effectiveness of these prizes in attracting private investment for sustainable technologies and the intricacies of designing impactful competitions. Anousheh highlights the transformative potential of quantum computing in solving complex problems and shares her insights on the future of carbon removal strategies. Her passion for problem-solving shines through as she reflects on her journey from space explorer to innovation advocate.

Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first female private space explorer, shares her incredible journey from telecommunications to space travel. She discusses her emotional experiences during her historic launch and the challenges she faced in her career. Anousheh emphasizes the importance of breaking societal molds for women leaders and explores why billionaires hesitate to innovate. With insights on embracing failure and cultivating a ‘moonshot mindset,’ she inspires listeners to pursue their wildest dreams and transform ambitions into reality.