Leading female futurist and ecocentrist K D Adamson argues that the most important relationship we have is with the future, and the future has got stuck in the past.
Leading female futurist and ecocentrist K D Adamson argues that the most important relationship we have is with the future, and the future has got stuck in the past.
Pinpointing the cherished societal and business certainties set to be dismantled as an accelerating global syndemic distorts our understanding of intrinsic value, she fundamentally reframes the future that could, and should, replace them.
An adviser, presenter, keynote speaker, writer & filmmaker, whose performances have been likened to a TED talk on steroids, she is a global authority on the sustainable transformation of business and future value creation and an expert in organisational transformation, ESG, leadership, technology & digitalisation and the blue, green and circular economies.
Her stellar client list spans every continent and industry, including major global brands, multinationals, governments, non-profits and NGOs.
The dawning of a new moral age where profit is not the only metric is undermining the foundations of business. ESG, agility, purpose-led business and the blue, green and circular economies will all be crucial. The future is not globalisation but nobleisation, and it demands bold vision inspired by purpose, articulated authentically, executed consistently and translated effectively into sustainable, generative momentum.
From rebooting digital transformation to recalibrating value and reimagining competition to redefining innovation, companies must create holistic and dynamic sustainable transformation strategies, which are resistant to prolonged uncertainty and encompass not just technology and digitalisation but also cultural resilience and depth.
The future has got stuck in the past, but old certainties are crumbling, and what replaces them won’t be determined by technology.
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Nell Watson is a globally recognised AI ethicist and machine intelligence engineer. She empowers audiences to navigate the ethical frontiers of emerging technology, offering insights into how to design trustworthy, human-centred AI systems that support innovation, safety and long-term social value.
Ross Dawson is a globally recognised futurist, keynote speaker, and author who helps organisations anticipate change and seize new opportunities. He brings clarity to complex shifts in technology, business, and society, enabling leaders to shape strategies and inspire innovation for a fast-changing future.
Tech expert Peter Hinssen, a fantastic speaker and one of the world-leading innovation experts, is renowned for his insights on corporate innovation, leadership, and digital transformation. Peter led groundbreaking initiatives shaping the future. A sought-after Peter Hinssen speaker, his keynote speeches inspire organisations worldwide to embrace change and drive innovation.
An entrepreneur and thought leader on the transformation of customer relations and the future of customer-centric marketing in a time of AI.
Prof. Deborah Nas is a renowned keynote speaker who makes cutting-edge technologies like AI and quantum computing accessible and inspiring. With her engaging style and deep expertise in innovation, she delivers tailored talks that resonate with any audience, empowering organisations to embrace the future.
Professor Costas Markides, Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School, is a leading voice on strategic leadership, disruptive innovation and business model change. He was ranked #31 on the Thinkers50 list in 2011 and shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Strategy Award that year, a strategic management award. He holds the Robert P Bauman Chair in Strategic Leadership at London Business School.
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