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Stephen Thompson is a father, writer, speaker and technology executive focusing on finding the most unique, creative and elite talent and connecting them in a global community.

Dedicated in community engagement, he has worked with some of the most cutting-edge technology and consumer companies, including Nike, Amazon, LinkedIn, Apple and Google, with some of the most influential individuals in the tech and startup world in finding their purpose, and growing their mission and impact in the world.

Talent.
Resilience.
Expertise.

With a talent for connecting people, he uses his skills and knowledge to unite people from all walks of life, creating a global community that helps make a real difference in the world.

Stephen Thompson has over a decade experience working with VCs, Start-up Founders and Leaders for well established and newly disruptive companies. Google, Apple, SquareTrade, Nike, LinkedIn and Amazon have all utilized his services over his vast career. Leaders of these companies have relied on Stephen to understand the impact of their research and development to gain measured results.

Stephen’s steep understanding of the technology in Artificial Intelligence and its impact on new created technologies has helped him in identifying distributed software applications that deliver for consumers around the world. Stephen has repeatedly influenced and advised leaders of Engineering, Operations, Product and Sales within these well known technology companies. His keen understanding of the value proposition, aligns him to help promote and deliver critical talent in these difficult new domains. Stephen is known in the industry as being a leader that can manage, train and develop young talent into game changing leaders in the technology world.

My Story

What if I told you my journey to this role, this mission, purpose in life, started when I was nine years old?

Talking Community

Interviews. Podcasts. Journal. Articles.

Creating A Community

Speaking and Appearances

Left With A Gift

Hotel Goodbyes

Finding Your Purpose

1:1 Coaching with Stephen

Giving Back

Making a difference

“This site is a reflection of my passion for building community and fostering meaningful connections through technology and innovation. My purpose here is to bring people together, spark engaging conversations, and collaborate on ideas that can make a difference.

Whether you’re interested in my projects, looking for insights through my blog, or want to discuss potential collaborations, this is the place where we can connect. I believe that by sharing our knowledge and working together, we can create something truly remarkable.

Feel free to explore, reach out through the contact page, or join the conversation on social media. Let’s connect, share our visions, and build a vibrant community together.”

Stephen is a board member of Students Rising Above a nonprofit dedicated to impacting the future through the cultivation of extraordinary youth, investing in low-income, first generation college students who have demonstrated a deep commitment to education and strength of character in overcoming tremendous odds of poverty, homelessness and neglect.

Stephen lives in San Jose with his wife, a technology VP, and his two sons.

Stephen is a global bestselling author, speaker, podcast host of In Community, Father, and technology executive focusing on finding elite talent, leading innovation, elevating excellence, fostering global connections and nurturing community growth.

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