Stephen Jon Thompson
Stephen Jon Thompson
Portfolio Manager | Investor | Author | Executive Talent Strategist
Stephen Thompson is a veteran talent executive, investor, and author with more than 27 years of experience helping some of the world's most influential organizations build high-performing teams. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles supporting talent acquisition and executive hiring initiatives at Apple, Amazon, Google, LinkedIn, Nike, and DocuSign. Today, Stephen is the Founder and Portfolio Manager of Ormsby Private Capital, a private real estate debt fund focused on bridge, land, and commercial lending opportunities. He is also the author of the bestselling memoir Hotel Goodbyes, a powerful story of resilience, community, and overcoming adversity after growing up in foster care. Stephen is passionate about the intersection of AI, talent, leadership, and human potential, helping individuals and organizations prepare for the future of work while remaining deeply connected to purpose and community.
All Sessions by Stephen Jon Thompson
Fireside Chat: AI, Careers & Business Acumen: Thriving in the Age of Intelligent Machines
​As artificial intelligence transforms industries and reshapes jobs, technical skills alone are no longer enough. This fireside chat explores how professionals can build durable careers by combining AI fluency, human-centered leadership, adaptability, and strong business acumen. Stephen will discuss the future of work, how AI is augmenting rather than replacing talent, and the critical skills that will help individuals remain relevant, resilient, and valuable in an increasingly automated world.