Terry Jones
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Terry Jones

Travelocity.com & Kayak.com FounderNV, US

9 reviews

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Founder of two billion dollar startups (Kayak & Travelocity) Author, Venture Capitalist

9 reviews

4 verified

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Terry Jones is a technology pioneer who has played a pivotal role in creating the trillion-dollar e-commerce travel industry.

Whereas other people talk about innovation – Terry Jones lives it. Only .01% of businesses reach the elusive billion-dollar “unicorn” status, Jones built and scaled not one but two unicorn businesses (Travelocity and Kayak).

As a board director for more than 20 companies, his IPOs and exits total over $10 Billion.

Jones is a highly sought-after international speaker and a recognized global authority in the “Future of Business”, “Disruptive Leadership”, and “Digital Transformation.”

He is the author of the critically-acclaimed book,s “ON Innovation “Turning on Innovation in Your Culture, Team, and Organization.” And Disruption OFF, “The technological disruption coming for your company and what to do about it”

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Terry Jones is a technology pioneer who has played a pivotal role in creating the trillion-dollar e-commerce travel industry.

Whereas other people talk about innovation – Terry Jones lives it. Only .01% of businesses reach the elusive billion-dollar “unicorn” status, Jones built and scaled not one but two unicorn businesses (Travelocity and Kayak).

As a board director for more than 20 companies, his IPOs and exits total over $10 Billion.

Jones is a highly sought-after international speaker and a recognized global authority in the “Future of Business”, “Disruptive Leadership”, and “Digital Transformation.”

He is the author of the critically-acclaimed book,s “ON Innovation “Turning on Innovation in Your Culture, Team, and Organization.” And Disruption OFF, “The technological disruption coming for your company and what to do about it”

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Disruption OFF (Harnessing Digital Disruption)

Leaders are worried. Businesses are being disrupted at an ever increasing rate and technologies are converging to create unprecedented dislocation. Terry who disrupted the travel industry, twice, has the keys to surviving and thriving in an age of digital transformation


  • What are the key disruptive technologies?
  • How will AI change my business?
  • How do I own the edge?
  • How can I reimagine my business for digital?
  • How can I turn...
Entertainment-basedEducational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changing

On Innovation (Innovate or Cease to Exist)

Every generation has challenges but the pace, disruption, and unprecedented change that is going on right now has never happened in human history. AI, automation, robotics, blockchain, and remote work. Nothing seems to make sense UNLESS you see the world as an innovator and disruptor. You will learn simple, practical ways you can be more innovative at your daily work.


  • How to build the right culture
  • How to build the right team
  • How to source new...
InnovationEntertainment-basedAudience ActivityEducational / InformativeTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changing

Success in a Business World Disrupted by AI

AI is the most powerful force of business disruption today. It’s changing both products and the future of work. How can you harness it to create lasting advantage? Terry, who has been working in AI for the last ten years can give you successful strategies you can put to work at once.


  • How should you think about AI in your organization?
  • What are the data challenges?
  • What are the security implications?
  • What are the work force...
Disruptive TechnologyEducational / Informative

Journey of an Entrepreneur

Why do startups fail. How can a startup leader give their new business the best chance for success? Learn the secrets from Terry Jones who has led five startups, two of them Unicorns, Billion Dollar Companies!


  • Who is your first hire
  • How to build the best team
  • Secrets to raising money today
  • PR products vs real products
  • How you can adopt the best traits of an entrepreneur
EntrepreneurismTechnical / SpecificInspirational / Life-changing
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The Jim Pattison Group

On-Site

N.D., Managing Director - Legal Services, The Jim Pattison Group
Verified @jp-group.com

"It's very rare to have an outside speaker for our conference of our top 200 leaders. Terry was so good we've had him speak twice!"

Alaris - a Kodak Alaris business

On-Site

D.L., President, Alaris - a Kodak Alaris business
Verified @aol.com

"I received several comments from both partners and employees that your speech was the best key note they have ever seen. I would agree! Highly relevant, delivered flawlessly with stimulating and fun content. Well done and thank you!"

Author "From Gutenberg to Google: The History of Our Future."

On-Site

T.W., Former Chairman, Federal Communications Commission, Author "From Gutenberg to Google: The History of Our Future."
Verified @outlook.com

"Terry Jones is that rare combination of been-there innovator and captivating story-teller. His challenge to us, that we shed our old skin in favor of innovative renewal should be gospel for the 21st century."

South Florida Business Journal

Virtual

M.D., President and Publisher, South Florida Business Journal
Verified @bizjournals.com

Terry Jones gave an excellent virtual keynote address to our fastest-growing companies in South Florida which made a tremendous impact and received great feedback from attendees. It was a highlight for our virtual awards program and working with him was a pleasure. He went above and beyond to ensure a successful event for all.

Virtual

B.J.

Outstanding virtual presentation; inspiring content... was yelling "YES, YES" at the computer!

Virtual

M.P.

I saw straight away how you drew attention with your unique presentation format. It was almost like watching a talk show!

Virtual

I.A.

Brilliant background for the slides. This was by far the best presentation at the Future Hospitality Summit. I did not feel that this was a virtual event.

IBM

On-Site

G.R., CEO, IBM

"You brought so much passion and energy to your event in New York…I'm certain that our program in France will be all the more successful thanks to your participation."

Grant Thornton LLP

On-Site

M.M., CEO, Grant Thornton LLP

"Our partners have new energy and focus on innovation for our firm and our industry after listening to Terry. Terry Jones is a master innovator, and knows how to translate his experiences disrupting business models into practical advice for businesspeople across industries. "