Join us LIVE during the National Geographic Explorers Festival, which brings National Geographic Explorers and global changemakers together on stage to share discoveries, stories, and solutions for driving us toward a planet in balance. Starting at 9AM EST on Thursday, June 13, we will showcase how we catalyze action on behalf of the planet by collecting data, telling stories that inspire and drive change, and empowering future leaders. Join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram with #NatGeoFest.

SCHEDULE
9 AM EST | OPENING REMARKS
Gary Knell, Chairman, National Geographic Partners

9:15 AM EST | FUELING EARTH’S ENGINES

9:45 AM EST | EXPLORER LIGHTNING TALKS

10 AM EST | WOMEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF CONSERVATION
With Liliana Gutierrez, Rebecca Kochulem, Intan Suci-Nurhati, and Erika Cuellar
Moderated by Kaitlin Yarnall

10:50 AM EST | A NEW NARRATIVE FOR NATURE
With Gautam Shah, Anand Varma, Chris Golden
Moderated by Gael Almeida

11:25 AM EST | CLOSING REMARKS

WHO WE ARE
The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate the wonder of the world, define critical challenges, and catalyze action to protect our planet. Since 1888, National Geographic has pushed the boundaries of exploration, investing in bold people and transformative ideas, providing more than 14,000 grants for work across all seven continents, reaching 3 million students each year through education offerings, and engaging audiences around the globe through signature convenings and content. www.nationalgeographic.org

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