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Speaking

Keynotes & Workshops

Exploring ideas that build stronger systems and reimagine solutions for a changing world.

Topics

What He Speaks About

Drawing from his experience in global health, food systems, technology, AI, and policy, Nassim offers insight on how innovation and collaboration can transform local and global challenges.

Public Health & Preparedness

Exploring strategies to strengthen emergency response, health systems, and social resilience through evidence-based planning and technology.

Food Systems & Sustainable Development

Connecting agriculture, climate, and equity to design sustainable food systems and policies that ensure access and resilience.

Diaspora Engagement & Global Collaboration

Highlighting the power of diaspora networks in advancing development, humanitarian response, and policy influence.

Innovation for Social Impact

Using data, design, and technology to develop tools and frameworks that solve real-world problems in health and development.

AI Adaptation & Implementation

Guiding organizations through responsible AI adoption, from strategy to implementation, with a focus on practical outcomes and ethical considerations.

Entrepreneurship

Lessons from building for-profit and nonprofit ventures, from early-stage development to sustainable growth.

Formats

How We Can Work Together

Nassim partners with universities and organizations to deliver engaging, solutions-focused talks.

Keynote Presentations

Inspiring 30–60 minute talks that connect global challenges to practical strategies for sustainable growth and social impact.

Interactive Workshops

Hands-on sessions that guide participants through tools for systems thinking, innovation, and effective project design.

Panel Discussions

Facilitated conversations offering diverse perspectives on health, development, and cross-sector collaboration.

Fireside Chats

Reflective dialogues on lessons learned from fieldwork, policy, and global collaboration.

Experience

Where He's Spoken

University Talk

World Health Day – University of Maryland School of Public Health

College Park, MD – April 7, 2025

Spoke with students about global health, the evolving funding landscape, and reimagining international collaboration to strengthen public health systems.

Conference

Project Still I Rise – Urban Green Ambassador Program

Dallas, Texas – Summer 2024

Presented to the first cohort of the Urban Green Ambassador Program on community-based research and building sustainable communities. The sessions focused on climate change, social vulnerability, and practical strategies for local resilience.

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Panel

Cultivating Men of Distinction: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health for Black Boys

National Pan-Hellenic Council – 2022

Joined fellow leaders in a conversation on health equity, mentorship, and systems-level solutions for improving outcomes among young Black men.

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Seminar

M.E.N.toring Seminar – Texas Women's Empowerment Foundation (TWEF)

Houston, Texas – 2022

Delivered a session for TWEF's young men's mentorship program on leadership, purpose, and building character through service.

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Experience

What to Expect

Each session is tailored to the audience, combining practical insight, global perspective, and evidence-based storytelling.

Let's Connect

For speaking engagements, partnerships, or event collaborations, please reach out to start the conversation.

or email me at nassimashford@gmail.com