Thomas Oxley

CEO, Synchron, Neurotechnology Pioneer

Thomas Oxley keynote speaker headshot on neurotechnology, brain-computer interfaces and AI

Thomas Oxley operates at the frontier of neuroscience, engineering and human capability, focusing on how the brain interfaces directly with technology. As CEO of Synchron, he leads the development of brain-computer interfaces designed to restore function and redefine how humans interact with machines.

His work sits beyond theory. From first-in-human clinical trials to real-world applications, he brings a perspective grounded in execution at the edge of science and medicine. The implications extend far beyond healthcare, raising fundamental questions about cognition, autonomy and the future of human performance.

For organisations thinking about longevity, capability and the next phase of human-machine interaction, his lens is both immediate and consequential.

Signature Keynotes

  • How direct brain-to-device communication is becoming a reality.

  • What it takes to move from lab innovation to human application.

  • How brain-computer interfaces reshape independence and performance.

  • What neurotechnology means for aging, cognition and quality of life.

The Oxley Effect

When Thomas speaks, the future of human capability becomes tangible.

Audiences leave ready to:

  • Understand how brain-computer interfaces are moving into real-world use

  • Rethink the boundaries between human cognition and technology

  • Explore what neurotechnology means for performance and independence

  • Engage with the ethical and strategic implications of human augmentation

Why Book Thomas

Thomas Oxley brings a rare combination of clinical credibility and technological leadership. He speaks from direct experience at the edge of what is possible, offering a perspective that is grounded, thought-provoking and immediately relevant to how organisations think about the future of human capability.

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