Futurist Speakers

Global retail futurist and innovation strategist, helps leading brands turn emerging trends into actionable, profitable strategies.
  • Innovation
Futurist speaker and consumer insight strategist Dali Tembo helps global organisations decode Africa’s emerging youth markets and cultural trends to drive future-ready strategy and sustainable growth.
  • Futurist

Mike Walsh is the CEO of Tomorrow, a global consultancy on designing companies for the 21st century. A global nomad, futurist and author of the bestselling book, The Algorithmic Leader, he advises some of the world’s biggest organizations on digital transformation and disruptive innovation in this new era of machine intelligence.

A prolific writer and commentator, Mike’s views have appeared in a wide range of international publications including Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, BusinessWeek, Forbes and the Wall Street Journal. Each week he interviews provocative thinkers, innovators and troublemakers on his podcast, Between Worlds.

His latest book, The Algorithmic Leader: How to be smart when machines are smarter than you, offers a hopeful and practical guide for reinventing leadership and organizations.

Mike’s other books include Futuretainment (winner of the design award by the Art Director’s Club in New York), published by Phaidon, and The Dictionary Of Dangerous Ideas.

Mike travels over 300 days a year worldwide: researching trends, collecting case studies and presenting on the future of business and leadership.

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Mike Walsh | Digital Futurist

FUTURIST
Rather than focusing on the distant future, Mike takes an anthropological approach – scanning the near horizon for emerging technologies and disruptive shifts in human behavior, and then translating these into pragmatic plans for digital transformation. A prolific writer and commentator, Mike’s views have appeared in a wide range of international publications including BusinessWeek, Forbes and the Wall Street Journal.

Global Nomad
Constantly traveling the world for the best ideas, Mike Walsh spends more than 300 days a year on the road interviewing innovators, entrepreneurs and corporate revolutionaries to provide his clients and audiences with a fresh and compelling vision of tomorrow’s opportunities.

Speaker
Mike Walsh has delivered close to a thousand keynote speeches around the world to companies in almost every industry. His customized presentations leave audiences prepared and inspired to transform the way they do business.

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  • Digital Futurist
Technology futurist keynote speaker Gerd Leonhard delivers provocative foresight on humanity, AI, digital ethics and exponential change, equipping global leaders to navigate disruption while protecting human values.
  • Technology Futurist

John Sanei is a world-renowned futurist, best-selling author, and global keynote speaker who has made an indelible mark on the world of business and leadership. With a unique ability to merge human psychology with business strategy, John has become a sought-after thought leader, helping organizations around the world to navigate the complexities of the future.

His insights into how businesses can evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world have earned him accolades and a loyal following among leaders and entrepreneurs. Over the years, John has traveled extensively, sharing his knowledge and expertise with audiences in over 20 countries.

His ability to connect with diverse audiences and deliver practical, actionable insights has made him a favorite at conferences, corporate events, and leadership summits. As a speaker, John is known for his engaging storytelling, deep understanding of future trends, and his ability to inspire change. His work is not just about predicting the future, but about preparing organizations to thrive in it. John’s influence extends beyond the stage.

He is the author of several best-selling books, including “What’s Your Moonshot?” and “Foresight: Navigating the Future.” His work has been featured in major publications, and he regularly contributes to discussions on the future of work, leadership, and innovation. Whether speaking to a room of C-suite executives or engaging with young entrepreneurs, John’s message is clear: the future is full of possibilities, and it’s up to us to shape it.

John Sanei’s journey to becoming a futurist and global thought leader is as fascinating as the insights he shares. With a background in human behavior and business strategy, John has spent the last two decades exploring the intersection of technology, psychology, and business.

His career began in the world of retail and brand management, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become a sought-after consultant for top brands. However, it was his passion for understanding the future and his desire to help businesses prepare for it that led him to pivot his career towards futurism. John Sanei’s expertise lies in his ability to anticipate and interpret future trends, particularly those that impact the way we live and work.

He has a deep understanding of the forces driving change, from technological advancements to shifts in consumer behavior. This understanding is grounded in rigorous research and a keen sense of observation, which allows John to provide his audiences with insights that are both accurate and actionable. His focus on human psychology adds a unique dimension to his work, as he explores how our emotions and behaviors influence the future of business.

In addition to his work as a keynote speaker, John is also a prolific author. His books, which include “MAGNETiZE,” “The FutureNOW,” and “FOREsight,” have been widely praised for their clarity, insight, and practicality. These works delve into the concepts of future-readiness, leadership, and personal development, offering readers a roadmap to navigate the complexities of the modern world.

He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning in a world that is constantly evolving. His message resonates with leaders who understand that success in the future requires more than just technological savvy; it requires a deep understanding of human behavior and the ability to inspire others. John Sanei’s contributions to the field of futurism and leadership have not gone unnoticed.

He has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Thinkers50 Radar Award, which identifies the top 50 emerging business thinkers globally. His work has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Fast Company, further solidifying his position as a thought leader. Whether through his speaking engagements, books, or online content, John Sanei continues to inspire and equip leaders to navigate the future with confidence and clarity.

John Sanei is a visionary futurist and thought leader whose work is shaping the future of business and leadership. His ability to blend insights from human psychology with business strategy has made him a sought-after speaker on the global stage. With a career that spans over two decades, John has become a trusted advisor to leaders and organizations looking to navigate the complexities of the future.

His engaging presentations, best-selling books, and thought leadership continue to inspire and empower audiences around the world. For event planners seeking a speaker who can deliver not just knowledge, but also inspiration and actionable insights, John Sanei is an ideal choice. His presentations are tailored to the needs of each audience, ensuring relevance and impact.

By booking John Sanei through Speakers Inc, event planners can be assured of a smooth, professional experience, with the support of a team dedicated to making the event a success. In a world where the future is increasingly uncertain, John Sanei provides the clarity and guidance needed to thrive.

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John Sanei | Future Strategist
  • Future Strategist
Retail futurist Howard Saunders helps global brands reinvent customer experiences through visionary design leadership, consumer insight and twenty-five years shaping transformative retail environments.
  • Retail Futurist
Financial futurist keynote speaker Guy Lundy delivers strategic foresight and economic trend analysis that equips global leaders to navigate disruption, innovate confidently, and future proof growth in shifting markets.
  • Economic Futurist
Innovation strategist and 1064 Degrees founder Dean Furman equips leaders with the mindset and tools to drive disruption, unlock exponential potential and future proof their organisations.
  • Futurist

Vito Di Bari resides in Miami, FL. He maintains a global reputation of excellence as the world’s premiere futurist, innovation strategist and inspirational keynote speaker. His charming and entertaining style leaves nothing to be desired.

Vito is the only keynote speaker who has given a TEDx Talk in five world continents. Vito is an esteemed former professor of Project Design and Management of Innovation at both the Polytechnic University and Bocconi University in Milan.

He has also served as Executive Director for the IMI Institute of UNESCO in Paris; the candidate city of Milan has chosen Vito Di Bari to be the Innovation Designer of the World Fair Expo 2015.

Vito di Bari | Innovation Futurist

Founder and CEO
In 2001, Vito Di Bari has secured his visions and legacy by founding Next Media Lab – a cutting edge international research laboratory, named “Milan’s think tank” by Wired Magazine, where he currently serves as CEO. After moving to Miami Beach, Di Bari has founded Di Bari & Associates – a design studio is changing the world a neighborhood at the time through his cutting edge artistic iconic urban installations, using recent discoveries in various fields such as AR, sensors and 3D printing.

Author
Vito di Bari is a recognized author on innovative theories, Di Bari has published a multitude of works including the books: Social Killer, Short Circuit, Web 2.0, The Future is Already Here (but we don’t know it yet), 2015, Weekend in the Future, Strategies for the Next Economy, The Digital Economy Encyclopedia, Key Words for the Net Economy, and Multimedia Management. In addition to his books, Di Bari is a contributing writer for various magazines including WIRED, Harvard Business Review, Panorama (Italy) and Il Sole 24 Ore (Italy). He has also appeared as a host for television’s Discovery Channel and the Italian broadcasting network Italia 1.

University Faculty
Di Bari has held numerous titles of professorship, including: Professor of Design and Management of Innovation at the Faculty of System Engineering of the Polytechnic University and Professor of Innovation Design at the Bocconi University in Milan; Professor of New Media Theories and Techniques at the Communication Science and Technology Faculty of the IULM University in Milan; Professor of Multimedia Innovation Management at the Computer Science Faculty of the Polytechnic University in Milan; Professor of Design and Management of Multimedia Systems at the Design Faculty of the Polytechnic University in Milan; Scientific Director of the Master in Marketing, Communications and New Technologies at the Business School of Il Sole 24 Ore.

Boards and Committees
Executive Vice-President of SPN (Satellite Program Network) – America’s first satellite television network based in New York, member of the Scientific Committee of the International Institute for Opera and Poetry of UNESCO, Member of the Fiction Financing Committee Euro-Aim MEDIA with the Council of Europe (Bruxelles), Chairman of the Arts & Communication International Fellowship of Rotary International (Evanston, IL).

In Italy, Chairman of the Scientific Committee of ASCAI (the Association of Corporate Communications Executives), member of the Advisory Board of the Accenture Foundation, the Scientific Committee of Harvard Business Review and the Executive Board of the Industrial Districts Association.

MORE THAN A KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Nicknamed The Dream Team, DiBari & Associates is a unique Associated Studio bringing together star-artists and star-designers from five continents to deliver the best that the world has to offer.

Mission
We design the cityscapes of the future, today.
We all share the same vision: creating memorable, metaphorical, iconic art installations while implementing new materials, new technologies and brand new ideas. We design Emotional Cityscapes.

Vision
With everything we do, Vito di Bari believes that beauty will save the world, one place at a time. Vito di Bari looks at these sites as canvases waiting to be painted with emotions, becoming the pride of residents and destinations for visitors.

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Kwame A.A. Opoku is a leading African futurist, strategist, and advisor who equips governments and global brands to navigate AI governance, digital transformation, and the next decade of disruption.
  • Trends Futurist

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