Cecily Sommers
Keynote Speaker: Business Futurist & Strategic Advisor; Founder of The Push Institute; Author of "Think Like a Futurist"
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Cecily Sommers Biography
Cecily Sommers is a business futurist, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor focused on helping leaders anticipate disruption before it occurs. Sommers promotes Change Literacy, equipping executives and organizations with the skills to foresee and navigate change rather than simply respond to it.
As founder and president of The Push Institute, a research and strategy think tank, Sommers led collaborative projects examining the social, technological, and economic forces shaping the future. Her experience includes advising global organizations such as Google, Salesforce, JPMorgan Chase, Nestlé Purina, and American Express.
Sommers is the author of "Think Like a Futurist," a book that introduced her framework for understanding and managing change. The book outlines the Four Forces of Change and a scanning model for reading shifts in the business environment. "Think Like a Futurist" has been translated into multiple languages, recognized by Tribune Review as a top business read, and nominated for Most Significant Futures Work in Methods and Practice by the Association of Professional Futurists. It serves as a practical resource for leaders seeking tools to embed foresight and innovation into their organizations.
With more than 25 years of experience in foresight and strategy, Sommers identifies patterns in how change unfolds across industries and systems. Her consulting work spans leadership development for technology companies, innovation programs for consumer packaged goods firms, and M&A strategies for manufacturers transitioning to new markets. Through her "Lead Like a Futurist" program, Sommers trains leaders to think, see, and act with a futurist mindset, supporting organizational resilience and growth.
Sommers has served as an adjunct professor at the University of Houston and held advisory roles with organizations including the Minnesota World's Fair and Northrop Concerts and Lectures at the University of Minnesota. She is a frequent contributor to NPR's "All Things Considered" and other media outlets. Recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 50 Female Futurists, Sommers speaks and consults on the forces of change affecting business and society, offering strategies to leverage these forces for competitive advantage. She has also been honored as a Fast 50 Reader's Favorite by Fast Company and as a Woman to Watch by Business Journal.
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Cecily Sommers Speaking Topics
The biggest barrier to change is a statement that begins “But…” No matter how they’re delivered, ‘buts’ undermine your commitments, keep you playing small and, worst, let you off the hook for doing so.
This talk offers fun, winning strategies for conquering six energy-robbing evils: blame, denial, fear, busyness, resignation, and whining. These powerful But-Busting practices will make you a resistance-resolving superhero in meetings, deal negotiations, and even around the dinner table.
As changes race ahead of our ability to make sense of them, strategy needs to focus on the deeply human things that don’t change: the need to be safe and be valued, and the wish to shine a light in the lives we touch. It is here, at the intersection of what changes and what doesn’t, that astute leaders find what’s next for their business.
While still operating in the hierarchical order of the Industrial Age, today’s leaders must also build bridges to an increasingly networked and autonomous economy. They’re charged with cultivating a tolerance for change and uncertainty in the organization on the one hand, and maintaining its stability on the other.
To create balance within these tensions, leaders must first do this for themselves. Cecily explores how individuals can expand their personal perspectives and replace best practices with wise practices.
The single most important competency for innovation is the ability to face uncertainty and keep moving anyway. In this talk, Cecily shares the mindset and practices to break our addiction to certainty and increase our capacity for the fundamental requirement of growth — risk-taking.
This keynote talk brings power to ageless questions: "What's shaping tomorrow's markets?" and "Where is our greatest advantage?" As Cecily shares her methods for strategic foresight and innovation, she treats the audience to a guided tour of the future, pointing out important opportunities along the way.
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How much does it cost to book Cecily Sommers for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Cecily Sommers, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Cecily Sommers are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cecily Sommers, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Cecily Sommers speak about?
Cecily Sommers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sales, Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Author, Innovation, Marketing, Business, Strategic Leadership, Influential Women, Future of Work, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
Where does Cecily Sommers travel from?
Cecily Sommers generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Cecily Sommers?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cecily Sommers for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cecily Sommers for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cecily Sommers or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Cecily Sommers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sales, Futurism and Female Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cecily Sommers for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Cecily Sommers generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tiffani Bova, Natalie Nixon and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cecily Sommers for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Cecily Sommers Speaking Topics
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“But…” Busters
The biggest barrier to change is a statement that begins “But…” No matter how they’re delivered, ‘buts’ undermine your commitments, keep you playing small and, worst, let you off the hook for doing so.
This talk offers fun, winning strategies for conquering six energy-robbing evils: blame, denial, fear, busyness, resignation, and whining. These powerful But-Busting practices will make you a resistance-resolving superhero in meetings, deal negotiations, and even around the dinner table.
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The Future Is Where We Belong
As changes race ahead of our ability to make sense of them, strategy needs to focus on the deeply human things that don’t change: the need to be safe and be valued, and the wish to shine a light in the lives we touch. It is here, at the intersection of what changes and what doesn’t, that astute leaders find what’s next for their business.
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Building Your Capacity For Transformation
While still operating in the hierarchical order of the Industrial Age, today’s leaders must also build bridges to an increasingly networked and autonomous economy. They’re charged with cultivating a tolerance for change and uncertainty in the organization on the one hand, and maintaining its stability on the other.
To create balance within these tensions, leaders must first do this for themselves. Cecily explores how individuals can expand their personal perspectives and replace best practices with wise practices.
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Breaking Our Addiction To Certainty
The single most important competency for innovation is the ability to face uncertainty and keep moving anyway. In this talk, Cecily shares the mindset and practices to break our addiction to certainty and increase our capacity for the fundamental requirement of growth — risk-taking.
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Think Like A Futurist
This keynote talk brings power to ageless questions: "What's shaping tomorrow's markets?" and "Where is our greatest advantage?" As Cecily shares her methods for strategic foresight and innovation, she treats the audience to a guided tour of the future, pointing out important opportunities along the way.
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How do I book Cecily Sommers to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Cecily Sommers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Cecily Sommers, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Cecily Sommers or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Cecily Sommers for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Cecily Sommers, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Cecily Sommers are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cecily Sommers, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Cecily Sommers speak about?
Cecily Sommers is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sales, Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Author, Innovation, Marketing, Business, Strategic Leadership, Influential Women, Future of Work, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. -
Where does Cecily Sommers travel from?
Cecily Sommers generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Cecily Sommers?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cecily Sommers for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cecily Sommers for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cecily Sommers or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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