Brian Grazer

Award-winning producer, creative visionary, and New York Times bestselling author Brian Grazer provides a brilliantly entertaining and eye-opening exploration of curiosity and the life-changing effects it can have on our lives and work.

Working his way up from a Warner Brother's law clerk to become a Hollywood mogul, Grazer reveals how curiosity has been the “secret” that fueled his rise, and how all of us can channel its power. Drawing on a lifetime of what Grazer calls his “curiosity conversations” with some of the most interesting people in the world-- including spies, royals, scientists, politicians, Nobel laureates, and artists-- Grazer provides a blueprint for how we can awaken our own curiosity and use it as a superpower that fuels innovation, disruptive thinking, creativity, team-building, and leadership. A skilled storyteller known for his charisma, Grazer's talk is chock-full of riveting personal anecdotes and provides actionable lessons for audiences of every industry. 

Legendary Hollywood producer Brian Grazer takes audiences on a captivating journey around the world and behind the scenes of some of his most iconic movies and television shows, to reveal the life-changing ways we can connect with one another.

Much of Grazer's success comes from his ability to establish genuine connections with almost anyone. In this engaging conversation, he breaks down just how much in-person encounters have revolutionized his life—and how they have the power to change yours. With his flair for intriguing stories, Grazer reveals what he’s learned through interactions with people like Bill Gates, Taraji P. Henson, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Eminem, Prince, Spike Lee, and the Afghani rapper activist Sonita: that the secret to a bigger life lies in personal connection. In a world where our attention is too often focused downward at our devices, Grazer argues that we are missing an essential piece of the human experience. Only when we are face to face, able to look one another in the eyes, can we form the kinds of connections that expand our world views, deepen our self-awareness, and ultimately lead to our greatest achievements and most meaningful moments.

How can we cultivate a culture of creativity, dexterity, and collaboration amid rapidly-changing times? Hollywood legend and creative visionary Brian Grazer decodes the keys to groundbreaking, innovative leadership, particularly in times of disruption. Drawing on first-hand experience working at the highest possible levels of the entertainment industry for over 30 years as every aspect of the business-- from production, to distribution-- has been disrupted, Grazer provides illuminating lessons on what it takes to lead boldly, fuel creativity, and stay culturally relevant. Infusing his remarks with brilliantly entertaining stories from his Academy and Emmy Award-winning shows and films, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at building a prolific production company, Imagine Entertainment, from the ground up, Grazer leaves audiences emboldened and with the tools they need to excel, no matter what lies around the corner.