Speaker Profile

Steven Adams is a professional basketball player, impact investor, and advocate for youth development whose impact reaches far beyond the court. Born and raised in Aotearoa New Zealand, Adams has built a distinguished NBA career defined by intelligence, toughness, and selfless play. Widely regarded as one of the league’s premier offensive rebounders and screen setters, he is respected by teammates and opponents alike for the physical and mental edge he brings to the game.

Yet Steven's influence extends beyond basketball metrics. Deeply grounded in his roots, he is committed to expanding pathways for underprivileged youth to envision and pursue futures that once felt out of reach. Through Sports Pathways Trust in New Zealand, he supports grassroots camps, elite development programs, and scholarship opportunities that connect young athletes to education, mentorship, and global opportunity. His work centers not only on athletic performance but also on confidence, character, and long-term life outcomes.

Adams is also an impact-driven investor with interests spanning physical health, regenerative agriculture, sustainable food systems, and emerging technologies. As a farm owner in New Zealand, he is actively engaged in sustainable land stewardship and food production, reinforcing his belief that strong communities are built on healthy bodies, resilient systems, and long-term thinking.

Following a PCL injury in 2023, Adams deepened his focus on recovery science and myofascial health, becoming an advocate for innovative tools and performance longevity. This experience further sharpened his commitment to helping athletes, from grassroots to professional levels, preserve their bodies and extend their careers.

Above all, Steven Adams represents his country and culture on the world stage. Whether through sport, health, or youth development, his mission is consistent: create tangible pathways that allow the next generation to achieve a brighter future.