Will.I.AM

Will.i.Am is a Grammy-winning artist, tech innovator, and philanthropist, known for blending creativity with cutting-edge technology to inspire global change.

Will.i.Am is far more than a household name. With nine Grammy Awards to his name, he’s a global music icon, producer, entrepreneur and changemaker whose influence spans industries – from music and television to cutting-edge technology and social impact.

As the founding member and frontman of The Black Eyed Peas, Will.i.Am has been behind some of the biggest pop and hip-hop hits of the 21st century. He’s collaborated with music legends including Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Kanye West, while also launching his own record label, supporting talents like LMFAO and Kelis. A long-running judge on The Voice, Will has also brought his energy and creativity to our screens – with film roles in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Madagascar 2, Rio and voice work in The Cleveland Show.

But Will.i.Am’s story goes far beyond entertainment. He is a true futurist – an innovator with a deep passion for using technology to shape a better world. His appointment as Director of Creative Innovation at Intel in 2011 marked a pivotal moment in his journey. In this role, he worked alongside Intel’s scientists, developers and marketers to explore how creativity and tech could come together to drive innovation across content, hardware and user experience.

A founding equity stakeholder in Beats Electronics, Will.i.Am helped to transform Beats By Dre from a niche audio project into a globally recognised consumer electronics brand – contributing directly to its remarkable $3 billion acquisition by Apple. His ability to spot market opportunities, long before they reach the mainstream, continues to set him apart.

Today, Will.i.Am is leading the way in artificial intelligence as the founder and CEO of FYI.AI – a Web 3.0 productivity and collaboration platform using AI to unlock creative potential. He’s hosted the world’s first radio show with an AI co-host, developed multiple AI-powered experiences, and famously became the first artist to stream a song from the surface of Mars – a moment that captured his unique ability to merge imagination, innovation and inspiration.

Yet despite his global success, Will.i.Am has never lost sight of his roots or his responsibility to give back. Through his i.am Angel Foundation, founded in 2009, he is helping to level the playing field – investing in education, STEM programmes, and opportunities for underserved communities. His commitment to social impact has included partnerships with organisations like FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), and a primetime TV special i.am FIRST: Science is Rock and Roll, designed to inspire the next generation of inventors, thinkers and problem-solvers.

Will.i.Am is a powerful voice at the intersection of creativity and technology. Whether on stage, in the boardroom or supporting young people to dream big, he continues to shape culture, challenge convention and drive progress. A truly original thinker with global influence, he leaves audiences not just entertained, but inspired.