Bill Nye is a science educator and television host best known for hosting the show "Bill Nye the Science Guy" from 1993-1998. He has a mechanical engineering degree and is currently the CEO of the Planetary Society. As a science educator, he aims to make science accessible through humor and interactive presentations. He advocates for science education and research through television shows, lectures, and his role at the Planetary Society. People follow him because he can distill complex science into engaging explanations and leads by example in promoting science.

1. William Sanford
(Bill Nye the Science Guy)
By: Kiara Rosado

2. A Little Bit More On Him
● Born on November 27, 1955
What he is :
➢ Science educator
➢ Scientist (Mechanical Engineer)
➢ Actor
➢ Comedian
➢ Television Host
● Best known for his role as host of Bill Nye
the Science Guy & Current CEO of the
Planetary Society

3. Laws of Leadership demonstrated
1
Law of influence
(2)
Leads from the top down
• All courses of action are assist
with by the expert.
• People volunteer to study
under him or work with him.
• Oversees or carries out duties
with major emphasis on
efficiency control and routine,
but leave tons of room for
others under him to take
leadership roles.
2
(12) Law of
empowerment
Primary goal is to empower the entire
audience/team
• Independent and Interactive
• Work with entire group or
audience
• Forms Partnerships when
completing tasks
• Promotes collective ideas by
being part of the group rather
than centre
3
More laws he
applies to…
● (4) The law of navigation
CEO of the Planetary society.
● (6) The law of solid ground
All around great person to at least the public.
● (7) The law of respect
Peoplerespect his position and education and he
respects others too.
● (8) The law of intuition
He likes to control meetings, but knows when to step
back.
● (13) The law of reproduction
Attracts or at least helps create leaders at a young age.
● (14) The law of buy-in
Involved in science which attracts people.
● (20) The law of explosive growth
Creates science leaders of the next generation.
● (21) The law of legacy
Bill Nye The Science Guy will be played for decades to
come to helps kids understand these science principles.

4. Television
He had Hosted “Bill Nye the Science Guy “ which
ran from September 1993 to June 1998. With 100
episodes – each aimed at explaining and exploring a
different scientific theory or phenomenon he utilized a
mixture of Science, humor, and action to appeal to a wide
audience. The show was adopted for use across North
America in classrooms, becoming a staple of science
education for an entire generation of children, and older
individuals alike.
Bill Nye has been involved with other science oriented
television programs such as:
● Battle Bots
● 100 Greatest discoveries
● Greatest Inventions with Bill Nye
● The Eyes of Nye
And soon:
● Bill Nye Saves The world (Spring 2017 on Netflix)

5. The Planetary Society
This is a non for profit, non government
organization which is involved in science research,
education, exploration and more deeply Involved in the
organization. During 2005 to 2010 was the vice-
President of the organization now he is the currently
holds the position of CEO of the Planetary Society. From
this platform Bill Nye is able to reach an even wider
audience and generation of youth to promote and
advocate for science education and research.

6. Lectures & Education
Despite his heavy workload Bill Nye is as well involved in:
● Rolling Lectures around North America and
periodically Europe To advocate for science
education and most recently climate change.
While utilizing a mixture of science, charisma and
humor to get his messages across.

7. Why do people follow him?
● His ability to be a dynamic speaker, he is able to distill complex information into
thoughtful and engaging lectures and presentations
● His educational credentials give us a sense of confidence in his ability and intelligence
● He leads by example
● He finds a way to relate information in a way that is easy for anyone to understand
● He is humours

8. Bill Nye the
Science Guy
Science rules!