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Scott Parazynski

Member of the US Astronaut Hall of Fame, Physician, Explorer & Entrepreneur; Board Member & Chief Medical Officer at JABS Medtech; Author of "The Sky Below"

Scott Parazynski
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Houston, TX, USA
Speaking Fee Speaking Fee:
Live Event: $30,000 - $50,000
Virtual Event: $10,000 - $20,000
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Adventure, Astronauts, Climbing, Government, Health, Healthcare, Innovation, Medicine, Science, Space, TED
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Scott Parazynski Biography

Dr. Scott Parazynski is not only the first human to both fly in space and summit Mount Everest, he's also a prolific inventor and serial entrepreneur. His multifaceted career began at Stanford University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctor of Medicine from Stanford Medical School. In 1992, he joined NASA and embarked on a distinguished career in space exploration.

During his tenure with NASA, Parazynski flew on five Space Shuttle missions and conducted seven spacewalks, totaling over 57 days in space. His missions were critical to the development of international partnerships and technological advancements, including the first docking of Space Shuttle Atlantis with the Russian Space Station Mir, and the intricate assembly of the International Space Station. Notably, he performed a complex spacewalk to repair a fully energized solar array, demonstrating his expertise in managing high-risk situations.

Beyond his NASA career, Parazynski achieved a rare feat by summiting Mount Everest, making him the first astronaut to stand on the world's highest peak. His experiences from both spacewalks and mountaineering are foundational to his current roles as the Founder and CEO of Fluidity Technologies, which specializes in innovative motion control devices, and as Chief Medical Officer of Community Wellness, focusing on remote patient monitoring for aging adults. He also applies his extensive experience in leadership and innovation as a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University and through board memberships in several companies.

Parazynski's memoir "The Sky Below" encapsulates his thrilling adventures and the valuable lessons from navigating extreme environments. As a speaker, he frequently explores themes of leadership, resilience, and risk management, drawing upon his unique experiences in outer space and the most extreme locales on Earth to engage and inspire his audiences.

Overall, Parazynski's life reflects a profound commitment to exploration and innovation, making significant contributions across multiple fields and continually pushing the boundaries of human potential. His story is a powerful illustration of how diverse experiences can be integrated to lead and innovate in complex, high-stakes environments.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/21/2024.

Scott Parazynski Speaking Topics

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    Scott's Experience:

    • Fourteen years of C-suite and Board level experience in product and technology development and commercialization within aerospace, aviation, biotechnology, robotics, and medical devices.
    • Seventeen years of experience as a Mission Specialist Astronaut, Spacewalker, and Inventor of Extravehicular Activity (EVA) tools and medical devices.
    • Prolific inventor successful in securing numerous patents for leading edge products and technologies.
    • Articulate communicator and presenter with notoriety as a keynote speaker, lecturer, and best-selling author.
    • Creative problem-solver adept in guiding diverse mindsets through unchartered areas to identify new opportunities for growth and technology advancement.

    Additional Topics:

    • Strategic Planning
    • P&L Management
    • Venture Capital & Private Equity Funding
    • Board Governance & Leadership
    • Product/Technology Innovation
    • Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
    • Technology Roadmap Development
    • Talent Acquisition
    • Global Business Development
    • Risk Management
    • Infrastructure Development
    • Performance Management
    • Marketing & Promotional Strategies
    • Investor Relations

Scott Parazynski Videos

  • Spacewalking with NASA Astronaut - Scott Parazynski
    Spacewalking with NASA Astronaut - Scott Parazynski
    In this clip Scott tells me about what it's like to spacewalk.
  • Dr. Scott Parazynski: Moments of Genius | Global Healthspan Summit
    Dr. Scott Parazynski: Moments of Genius | Global Healthspan Summit
    Dr. Scott Parazynski explains what happens to the body when astronauts go to space and the need for countermeasures to these processes in space,...
  • Want stratospheric success? Utilize diversity | Scott Parazynski
    Want stratospheric success? Utilize diversity | Scott Parazynski
    Would you rather blast off into the cold emptiness of space in a fallible rocket, or drag yourself past 200 dead bodies to the inhospitable summit of...
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Scott Parazynski Books

  • The Sky Below: A True Story of Summits, Space, and Speed
    The Sky Below: A True Story of Summits, Space, and Speed

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Scott Parazynski is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Suggested Speaking Topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Scott Parazynski for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Scott Parazynski generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Leland Melvin, Bernard Harris, Cady Coleman, Ron Garan and Mike Massimino. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Scott Parazynski for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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