About Vincent McNeeley
Global Innovator, Human Rights Advocate, and Sustainability Leader 
Vincent McNeeley is an international leader at the nexus of technology, human rights, sustainability, and social justice. His work seamlessly integrates cutting-edge innovation with mindfulness and community-driven solutions to foster a regenerative, equitable future for both humanity and the planet. As a board member at Perfectly Here and the Silicon Valley Pride Alliance, Vincent contributes to the development of inclusive, mindful communities that prioritize both human and planetary well-being.
Vincent’s career is distinguished by a unique fusion of technology and social impact. As a Senior Engineer at VMware, he led groundbreaking initiatives in inclusive design and accessibility, transforming corporate practices to create more equitable environments. Vincent co-led VMware’s global, award-winning Pride Business Resource Group, impacting employees across 30+ countries and forging partnerships with over 150 ERGs at Fortune 500 companies. Under his leadership, VMware’s Pride BRG was named a finalist for the prestigious Out & Equal Workplace Excellence Award in 2023. The company also achieved five consecutive years of perfect scores on the HRC Corporate Equality Index, along with three consecutive gold rankings on both the Japan Pride Index and the India Workplace Equality Index.
Vincent’s contributions to sustainability extend to his role on the IEEE Planet Positive 2030 Global Methodologies Committee, where he advances sustainable technology practices aligned with global environmental goals. Additionally, as a contributor to MKAI (Morality and Knowledge in AI), he advocates for ethical, inclusive artificial intelligence that serves both people and the planet. Vincent also leads fundraising and partnerships at Create Labs Ventures, developing AI technologies that empower underserved communities, bridging the digital divide while promoting equity in tech and media industries.
Vincent’s expertise in digital ethics and virtual environments was further recognized when he served as an expert contributor to the inaugural Metaverse Safety Week, where he played a key role in shaping discussions around equitable systems and safety in virtual spaces. His contributions focused on ensuring that emerging technologies foster inclusivity, transparency, and human rights.
As Executive Producer at Free Lion Productions, Vincent is at the forefront of storytelling that builds empathy and promotes social justice. He is currently working on securing funding for the production of a PBS series titled Out with Fiona, which highlights courageous stories from LGBTQ+ communities. His passion for storytelling is rooted in a belief that personal narratives can inspire collective action and societal transformation.
Vincent is also the founder of Adventures with Vincent, a platform dedicated to inspiring curiosity, storytelling, and global exploration through keynote talks, a YouTube series, and consulting services that focus on the intersection of technology, social change, and human connection. His entrepreneurial spirit extends to his co-founding of Adventures in Belonging, a global community engagement initiative designed to foster meaningful connections, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging in both corporate and grassroots spaces. Through speaker sessions, workshops, and curated discussions, Adventures in Belonging brings together diverse voices to address loneliness, build community, and drive social impact.
Vincent is also a best-selling author of Going Places: Soul-Stirring Essays About the Travel That Changed Us and an accomplished international keynote speaker, having addressed audiences of over 30,000 people from 105 countries on topics ranging from AI ethics to inclusive design. His work has been featured at leading conferences and institutions, where he shares insights on leveraging technology for social good.
Vincent’s vision is deeply aligned with Perfectly Here’s mission of regenerating humanity and the planet. Through his diverse leadership roles, he fosters mindfulness, compassion, and systemic change, helping individuals and organizations thrive in harmony with the natural world. His long-term goal is to bring communities together globally, focusing on intersectionality—drawing from his own experiences as an openly gay, Latino, neurodivergent leader.