DISTRIBUTECH International 2027 Exhibitor List

As the founder and CEO of Zipline, Keller Rinaudo Cliffton reimagined the role of drones—not as tools of war or surveillance, but as instruments of connection and innovation. A pioneer of the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” he explores how automation and logistics are redefining industries and improving lives. Keller will share his vision for how new industrialization will reshape the way consumers experience technology.

With a decade of experience helping Silicon Valley’s biggest names communicate groundbreaking innovation, Dex Hunter-Torricke brings a rare insider’s perspective on the technologies shaping our future. In his keynote, he examines global macro trends—from the rise of AI to the evolution of digital storytelling—and how these shifts will permanently transform how we live, work, and connect.

Storytelling is the most powerful tool for connection, motivation, and leadership. Drawing on 20 years at Pixar, Matthew Luhn reveals how the storytelling techniques behind 10 blockbuster films can empower teams to inspire, engage, and drive meaningful change. His session bridges the gap between business and emotion, helping organizations turn their vision into unforgettable narratives.

Jay Shah, Head of Product Marketing for Energy & Utilities at AWS, will moderate a discussion featuring AWS leaders, Joseph Santamaria, Director of Solutions Architect, and Vibhu Kaushik, Director for Energy, Sustainability, and Technology Infrastructure alongside industry executives Jim Robb, President and Chief Executive Officer, NERC and Ben Gordon, CIO, Sempra CA.

Go behind the scenes of LEGO’s global reinvention with Sara Riis-Carstensen, the visionary leader who built the brand’s first global strategy from the ground up. In her keynote, Sara shares how bold storytelling, strategic creativity, and authentic purpose can transform brands — and inspire teams to innovate fearlessly.

Innovation doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through culture. Jon Youshaei, who led creative strategy at both YouTube and Instagram, reveals how the world’s most inventive teams consistently generate breakthrough ideas. His talk uncovers the surprising secret: it’s not about choosing between quantity and quality, but using quantity to achieve quality — and embracing a culture that celebrates fearless experimentation.