Crystal Washington
Keynote Speaker: Futurist & Technology Strategist; Author & Hall of Fame Speaker
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Crystal Washington Biography
Futurist, author, and Hall of Fame Speaker, Crystal Washington equips organizations with the knowledge they need to become “future-proof.” As a technology strategist and certified futurist, Washington makes complex artificial intelligence, social media, and app technology easy to understand and accessible for everyday people.
Washington’s clients include Fortune 100 companies, including Google, American Express, and Pfizer. As a sought-after keynote speaker, she has entertained and educated audiences around the globe.
As one of Forbes’ 50 Leading Female Futurists, she appears weekly on season two of the Emmy nominated show Life 2.0. She’s also appeared in numerous publications, including Entrepreneur and Bloomberg Businessweek, and major television networks regularly call on her as a tech expert.
Washington is the author of "One Tech Action" and "The Social Media Why".
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Crystal Washington and other top speakers and celebrities.
Crystal Washington Speaking Topics
The new normal of consistent change is leaving leaders concerned about being left behind. Instead of implementing half-baked, panic-driven ideas, it’s time to identify the breadcrumbs — secret hints — the future has left for us to find. In this talk, technology futurist Crystal Washington will show you how to innovate, thrive, and enjoy the ride!
In this session, you will:
- Understand the future's gifts, allowing you to shape and manipulate for your ultimate outcomes.
- Identify the most under-utilized breadcrumbs of innovation that you already have in your basket.
- Create a framework to future-proof your career while removing stress!
The AI-driven future of work is here, and generative AI is rapidly becoming a vital tool for achieving business success. Technologies like ChatGPT are no longer just optional productivity boosters—they are transforming how professionals work, innovate, and compete. If you’re not leveraging AI effectively, your competitors already are. In this highly engaging keynote, Crystal Washington will reveal the latest breakthroughs in generative AI and how you can safely harness them to drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage.
In this session, you will:
- Understand what generative AI is—and isn’t—along with its latest capabilities and limitations.
- Explore how tools like ChatGPT are reshaping your industry and transforming business operations.
- Learn strategies for integrating generative AI into workflows to maximize productivity and results.
- Discover best practices and ethical considerations for using AI responsibly in business.
This keynote is highly customized to industries and job functions
In a world where change moves faster than ever, successful organizations don’t just react—they spot what’s next and act confidently. From shifting tech to evolving workplace norms, the future of work is unfolding now. In this fast-paced and interactive session, technology futurist Crystal Washington shows you how to uncover the signals of what’s coming, focus on what matters most, and turn insight into impact.
In this session, you will:
- Spot the difference between passing fads and game-changing trends.
- Discover the top shifts reshaping work, leadership, and innovation.
- Learn simple tools to track trends and stay ahead of the curve.
- Apply trend insights to boost team performance and future readiness.
Disruption is no longer a possibility—it’s a certainty. Organizations that fail to adapt will be left behind. In this high-energy session, Crystal Washington provides leaders with tactics and strategies for becoming future-ready. Attendees will gain practical insights on fostering adaptability, integrating emerging technologies, and developing a resilient culture. Crystal will also introduce FutureBend™ personality archetypes, helping leaders leverage their strengths and recognize potential unseen gaps as they drive their organizations forward.
In this session, you will:
- Uncover the FutureBend™ personality archetypes and how they influence decision-making.
- Learn methods to cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
- Develop a proactive approach to technological and market disruptions.
FutureBend organizational assessments available as an add-on
Crystal Washington Videos
How do I book Crystal Washington to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Crystal Washington 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 Crystal Washington, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Crystal Washington or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Crystal Washington for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Crystal Washington, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Crystal Washington are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Crystal Washington, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Crystal Washington speak about?
Crystal Washington is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Marketing, Technology, Social Media, Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Motivational, Business, Women in Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Future of Work, LGBTQ, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors and Black Heritage.
Where does Crystal Washington travel from?
Crystal Washington generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Crystal Washington?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Crystal Washington 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Crystal Washington 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 Crystal Washington 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.
Crystal Washington is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Marketing, Technology and Social Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Crystal Washington for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Crystal Washington generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ayesha Khanna, Sharon Gai and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Crystal Washington for an upcoming event.
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Crystal Washington Speaking Topics
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Futureproof Yourself: Innovate & Thrive in Times of Uncertainty
The new normal of consistent change is leaving leaders concerned about being left behind. Instead of implementing half-baked, panic-driven ideas, it’s time to identify the breadcrumbs — secret hints — the future has left for us to find. In this talk, technology futurist Crystal Washington will show you how to innovate, thrive, and enjoy the ride!
In this session, you will:
- Understand the future's gifts, allowing you to shape and manipulate for your ultimate outcomes.
- Identify the most under-utilized breadcrumbs of innovation that you already have in your basket.
- Create a framework to future-proof your career while removing stress!
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Generative AI for Leaders: Staying Ahead in a Machine-Driven World
The AI-driven future of work is here, and generative AI is rapidly becoming a vital tool for achieving business success. Technologies like ChatGPT are no longer just optional productivity boosters—they are transforming how professionals work, innovate, and compete. If you’re not leveraging AI effectively, your competitors already are. In this highly engaging keynote, Crystal Washington will reveal the latest breakthroughs in generative AI and how you can safely harness them to drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage.
In this session, you will:
- Understand what generative AI is—and isn’t—along with its latest capabilities and limitations.
- Explore how tools like ChatGPT are reshaping your industry and transforming business operations.
- Learn strategies for integrating generative AI into workflows to maximize productivity and results.
- Discover best practices and ethical considerations for using AI responsibly in business.
This keynote is highly customized to industries and job functions
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The Competitive Edge: Spot Trends and Thrive in the Future of Work
In a world where change moves faster than ever, successful organizations don’t just react—they spot what’s next and act confidently. From shifting tech to evolving workplace norms, the future of work is unfolding now. In this fast-paced and interactive session, technology futurist Crystal Washington shows you how to uncover the signals of what’s coming, focus on what matters most, and turn insight into impact.
In this session, you will:
- Spot the difference between passing fads and game-changing trends.
- Discover the top shifts reshaping work, leadership, and innovation.
- Learn simple tools to track trends and stay ahead of the curve.
- Apply trend insights to boost team performance and future readiness.
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The Future-Ready Organization: How to Stay Relevant in an Uncertain World
Disruption is no longer a possibility—it’s a certainty. Organizations that fail to adapt will be left behind. In this high-energy session, Crystal Washington provides leaders with tactics and strategies for becoming future-ready. Attendees will gain practical insights on fostering adaptability, integrating emerging technologies, and developing a resilient culture. Crystal will also introduce FutureBend™ personality archetypes, helping leaders leverage their strengths and recognize potential unseen gaps as they drive their organizations forward.
In this session, you will:
- Uncover the FutureBend™ personality archetypes and how they influence decision-making.
- Learn methods to cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
- Develop a proactive approach to technological and market disruptions.
FutureBend organizational assessments available as an add-on
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Crystal Washington Reviews
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Crystal Washington is a marketing expert, a social media maven,a technology geek, and a professional speaker who knows how connect and relate to audiences. She makes technology exciting and sends you off ready to put into action what she is presenting. I highly recommend Crystal if your business, association or organization is looking for a speaker that makes today's technology tools simple and fun!
Unknown - May 17 2011
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How do I book Crystal Washington to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Crystal Washington 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 Crystal Washington, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Crystal Washington or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Crystal Washington for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Crystal Washington, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Crystal Washington are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Crystal Washington, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Crystal Washington speak about?
Crystal Washington is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Marketing, Technology, Social Media, Futurism, Female Leadership, Women in Business, Motivational, Business, Women in Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Future of Work, LGBTQ, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors and Black Heritage. -
Where does Crystal Washington travel from?
Crystal Washington generally travels from Houston, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Crystal Washington?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Crystal Washington 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 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Crystal Washington 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 Crystal Washington 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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