Daniel Burrus
Keynote Speaker: Leading Futurist, Disruptive Innovation Expert & Strategic Advisor
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Categories:Change Management, Health, Futurism, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Personal Growth, Technology, Publishing, Authors, Science, Agriculture, Inspirational, Communication, Marketing, Social Media, Innovation, Internet, Consulting, Leadership, Healthcare, Education, Literary, Public Health, Virtual, Motivational, Culture, Business, Finance, World Affairs, Physics, Economy, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence
Daniel Burrus Biography
Daniel Burrus is considered one of the World’s Leading Futurist Speakers on Global Trends and Disruptive Innovation. The New York Times has referred to him as one of the top three business gurus in the highest demand as a speaker.
He is the author of seven books, including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller "Flash Foresight" and his latest Amazon No. 1 bestseller, "The Anticipatory Organization."
He has delivered over 3,000 keynote speeches worldwide and is a strategic advisor to executives from Fortune 500 companies, helping them to develop game-changing strategies based on his proven methodologies for capitalizing on technology innovations and their future impact. His client list includes Lockheed Martin, Verizon, Microsoft, VISA, Deloitte, Google, Procter & Gamble, KPMG, Honda, FedEx and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Burrus is an innovative entrepreneur who has founded six businesses, four of which were U.S. national leaders in the first year. He is the CEO of Burrus Research, a research and consulting firm that monitors global advancements in technology-driven trends to help clients profit from technological, social and business forces that are converging to create enormous, untapped opportunities.
He is the creator of the Hard Trend Methodology, the Anticipatory Organization® Business Model, used by leading organizations worldwide, and he is a founding member of the Department of Defense Joint Services Futures Group.
His accurate predictions date back to the early 1980s, when he became the first and only futurist to accurately identify the 20 exponential technologies that would become the driving force of business and economic growth for decades to come. They included digital electronics, AI, distributed computing, genetic engineering, lasers, optical storage, photovoltaics, fiber optics and nanotechnologies to name a few. Since then, he has continued to establish a worldwide reputation for his exceptional record of predicting the future of technology-driven change and its direct impact on the business world.
Burrus is a featured writer, reaching millions of monthly readers with his insights on disruptive innovation, exponential change and the future. His work is featured across various platforms, including LinkedIn, where he is a member of an exclusive invitation-only group of experts. On LinkedIn alone, he has built a following of over 1.2 million professionals.
He has been the featured subject of several PBS television specials and has appeared on programs such as CNN, Fox Business and Bloomberg. Burrus has been quoted in a variety of publications, including Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Fortune and Forbes.
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Daniel Burrus Speaking Topics
How to Thrive in a World Where AI and Human Ingenuity Meet
The intersection of AI and human ingenuity is redefining what’s possible in business. In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation, Daniel Burrus shares the most important AI-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will bring clarity to the current and future state of AI technology and its potential to free up human resources to focus on higher-value activities, fostering a new level of productivity, innovation, and growth. Mastering these capabilities, along with the strategic and safe implementation of AI, will position leaders and their organizations to turn disruption and change into opportunity and advantage.
By cultivating a future-ready organization where AI and human strengths complement each other, leaders can confidently drive new levels of innovation and profitable growth.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- Practical strategies for blending AI-driven insights with human creativity to solve complex challenges.
- How to build a collaborative culture that leverages AI for enhanced decision-making, problem-solving, and accelerated innovation.
- Specific AI tools for positioning your organization to thrive at the convergence of technology and human potential.
Leveraging The New Science of Certainty
Strategies based on uncertainty have high risk. Strategies based on certainty have low risk and high reward. When employees have high levels of certainty, they have the confidence to make bold moves. When a potential customer has high certainty, getting them to say "yes" is much easier. In a world where change is constant, certainty is a rare and invaluable asset.
In this eye-opening and highly motivating keynote, Daniel Burrus shares the most important trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide. By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, leaders can accurately anticipate technology-driven disruptions before they occur—turning disruption into a choice. They can identify problems before they happen, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, understand customers' needs before they express them, and recognize game-changing opportunities before the competition does.
This simple yet powerful methodology empowers leaders to leverage the science of certainty, transforming predictable technology-driven trends into strategic advantages.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- How to identify and act on Hard Trends based on future facts that will happen, providing the confidence to make bold moves.
- Techniques for using the certainty of Hard Trends to pre-solve challenges before they arise, allowing you to move forward faster.
- AI tools for transforming disruptive change into powerful competitive advantages.
Leading with Certainty in Uncertain Times
In today’s world of accelerating disruptions, simply reacting to change as quickly as possible, regardless of one’s agility, will no longer suffice. Leaders who embrace an anticipatory mindset can turn uncertainty into transformative opportunity and advantage.
In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation, Daniel Burrus shares the most important technology-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide. By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, leaders can accurately anticipate disruptions before they occur—turning disruption into a choice. They can identify problems before they happen, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, and recognize game-changing opportunities before the competition does.
By mastering the principles of anticipatory thinking, you can confidently guide your team through change, stay ahead of disruption, and drive accelerating growth. When you and your team have high levels of certainty, you have the confidence to make bold moves!
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- How to apply the principles of anticipatory thinking to foresee, leverage, and take advantage of accelerating changes.
- Strategies for fostering an anticipatory culture that embraces change rather than fears it.
- An anticipatory mindset, toolset, and skillset for making confident decisions that drive growth and resilience in turbulent times.
Dramatically Elevating High Performing Sales Teams with Predictive Insights
Equip your sales team with an anticipatory mindset they can use to excel in a rapidly changing market.
In this highly motivating keynote, Daniel Burrus reveals how to use predictive insights and anticipatory strategies to stay ahead of customer needs and industry shifts. This approach builds an anticipatory sales force that doesn't just respond to change—but capitalizes on it.
By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, sales leaders can provide prospects with the certainty and confidence needed to get them to say "yes."
Additionally, anticipatory sales leaders can accurately anticipate objections and problems before they occur, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, as well as understand customers' needs before they express them—ultimately closing more sales.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- Tools and techniques for leveraging AI to anticipate customer objections, demands, and preferences.
- How to transform reactive sales processes into anticipatory, insight-driven actions that elevate results.
- Practical steps to empower your sales team to lead confidently, exceed targets, and dominate in any market environment.
Leveraging the Power of Generative AI and Hard Trends
Generative AI is transforming industries and reshaping the future at an unprecedented pace. In this eye-opening keynote, Daniel Burrus shares the most important AI-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will bring clarity to the current and future state of AI technology and its potential to free up human resources to focus on higher-value activities, fostering a new level of innovation and growth.
By combining Hard Trends that will happen with generative AI, you can anticipate market shifts, enhance decision-making, increase productivity, and drive competitive advantage. Learn how to harness AI and other transformative tools to lead with confidence and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
How to leverage generative AI to gain actionable insights, increase productivity, and enhance strategic foresight.
Techniques for identifying and capitalizing on Hard Trends to mitigate risks and seize new opportunities.
Practical approaches and specific AI tools for integrating AI-driven innovation into your business for long-term, profitable growth.
Daniel Burrus Videos
How do I book Daniel Burrus to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Daniel Burrus for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Daniel Burrus, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Daniel Burrus are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Daniel Burrus, 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 Daniel Burrus speak about?
Daniel Burrus is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Change Management, Health, Futurism, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Personal Growth, Technology, Publishing, Authors, Science, Agriculture, Inspirational, Communication, Marketing, Social Media, Innovation, Internet, Consulting, Leadership, Healthcare, Education, Literary, Public Health, Virtual, Motivational, Culture, Business, Finance, World Affairs, Physics, Economy, Strategic Leadership and Artificial Intelligence.
Where does Daniel Burrus travel from?
Daniel Burrus generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Daniel Burrus?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Daniel Burrus 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 Daniel Burrus 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 Daniel Burrus 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.
Daniel Burrus is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Change Management, Health and Futurism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Daniel Burrus for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Daniel Burrus generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erik Qualman, Jim Carroll and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Daniel Burrus for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Daniel Burrus Speaking Topics
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Mastering AI’s Future Today
How to Thrive in a World Where AI and Human Ingenuity Meet
The intersection of AI and human ingenuity is redefining what’s possible in business. In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation, Daniel Burrus shares the most important AI-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will bring clarity to the current and future state of AI technology and its potential to free up human resources to focus on higher-value activities, fostering a new level of productivity, innovation, and growth. Mastering these capabilities, along with the strategic and safe implementation of AI, will position leaders and their organizations to turn disruption and change into opportunity and advantage.
By cultivating a future-ready organization where AI and human strengths complement each other, leaders can confidently drive new levels of innovation and profitable growth.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- Practical strategies for blending AI-driven insights with human creativity to solve complex challenges.
- How to build a collaborative culture that leverages AI for enhanced decision-making, problem-solving, and accelerated innovation.
- Specific AI tools for positioning your organization to thrive at the convergence of technology and human potential.
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Know What’s Next
Leveraging The New Science of Certainty
Strategies based on uncertainty have high risk. Strategies based on certainty have low risk and high reward. When employees have high levels of certainty, they have the confidence to make bold moves. When a potential customer has high certainty, getting them to say "yes" is much easier. In a world where change is constant, certainty is a rare and invaluable asset.
In this eye-opening and highly motivating keynote, Daniel Burrus shares the most important trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide. By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, leaders can accurately anticipate technology-driven disruptions before they occur—turning disruption into a choice. They can identify problems before they happen, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, understand customers' needs before they express them, and recognize game-changing opportunities before the competition does.
This simple yet powerful methodology empowers leaders to leverage the science of certainty, transforming predictable technology-driven trends into strategic advantages.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- How to identify and act on Hard Trends based on future facts that will happen, providing the confidence to make bold moves.
- Techniques for using the certainty of Hard Trends to pre-solve challenges before they arise, allowing you to move forward faster.
- AI tools for transforming disruptive change into powerful competitive advantages.
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The Anticipatory Mindset
Leading with Certainty in Uncertain Times
In today’s world of accelerating disruptions, simply reacting to change as quickly as possible, regardless of one’s agility, will no longer suffice. Leaders who embrace an anticipatory mindset can turn uncertainty into transformative opportunity and advantage.
In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation, Daniel Burrus shares the most important technology-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide. By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, leaders can accurately anticipate disruptions before they occur—turning disruption into a choice. They can identify problems before they happen, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, and recognize game-changing opportunities before the competition does.
By mastering the principles of anticipatory thinking, you can confidently guide your team through change, stay ahead of disruption, and drive accelerating growth. When you and your team have high levels of certainty, you have the confidence to make bold moves!
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- How to apply the principles of anticipatory thinking to foresee, leverage, and take advantage of accelerating changes.
- Strategies for fostering an anticipatory culture that embraces change rather than fears it.
- An anticipatory mindset, toolset, and skillset for making confident decisions that drive growth and resilience in turbulent times.
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Predict, Adapt, Dominate
Dramatically Elevating High Performing Sales Teams with Predictive Insights
Equip your sales team with an anticipatory mindset they can use to excel in a rapidly changing market.
In this highly motivating keynote, Daniel Burrus reveals how to use predictive insights and anticipatory strategies to stay ahead of customer needs and industry shifts. This approach builds an anticipatory sales force that doesn't just respond to change—but capitalizes on it.
By learning to separate the Hard Trends that will happen from the Soft Trends that might happen, sales leaders can provide prospects with the certainty and confidence needed to get them to say "yes."
Additionally, anticipatory sales leaders can accurately anticipate objections and problems before they occur, allowing them to pre-solve those issues, as well as understand customers' needs before they express them—ultimately closing more sales.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
- Tools and techniques for leveraging AI to anticipate customer objections, demands, and preferences.
- How to transform reactive sales processes into anticipatory, insight-driven actions that elevate results.
- Practical steps to empower your sales team to lead confidently, exceed targets, and dominate in any market environment.
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Navigating Tomorrow Today
Leveraging the Power of Generative AI and Hard Trends
Generative AI is transforming industries and reshaping the future at an unprecedented pace. In this eye-opening keynote, Daniel Burrus shares the most important AI-driven trends shaping the future and the opportunities they provide.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will bring clarity to the current and future state of AI technology and its potential to free up human resources to focus on higher-value activities, fostering a new level of innovation and growth.
By combining Hard Trends that will happen with generative AI, you can anticipate market shifts, enhance decision-making, increase productivity, and drive competitive advantage. Learn how to harness AI and other transformative tools to lead with confidence and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Key Takeaways and What You Will Learn:
How to leverage generative AI to gain actionable insights, increase productivity, and enhance strategic foresight.
Techniques for identifying and capitalizing on Hard Trends to mitigate risks and seize new opportunities.
Practical approaches and specific AI tools for integrating AI-driven innovation into your business for long-term, profitable growth.
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Daniel Burrus Reviews
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"Daniel is one of the best speakers we have hired to date. He is energetic and keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. He has spoken to two different c-level audiences for us and both times has gotten rave revues which is not easy with this audience level. I would not hesitate to hire him in the future."
Open Solutions Inc. - Jun 06 2013 -
"Daniel has given an excellent, insightful and inspiring presentation during our Bright Minds @ Work - Live Innovator Conference in 2012. He is a eloquent speaker and has a very good understanding of future hard and soft trends combined with the required creativity to develop innovative solutions."
Merck - Jun 06 2013 -
"Your thoughts on how to create an opportunity for change through a customer focus is the excellence our team is striving for. The framework you provided on innovation, creativity and customer value will be instituted as a management practice to enable the technology infrastructure group to take Wells Fargo to the next stage."
Wells Fargo - Jun 06 2013 -
"It came as no surprise that you were rated the top speaker in our audience evaluations. Your unique blend of wit and insight awakened all of us to the need to develop the knowledge network necessary to move to a 21st century mind set."
IBM Corporation - Jun 06 2013 -
Our people, without exception, felt that your ideas were provocative, original, and timely. Your entertaining style captured the audience and compelled them to listen, think, and apply your thoughts to their own professional and personal lives. You truly made a memorable impression on the audience.
Xerox Corporation - Jun 06 2013
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How do I book Daniel Burrus to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Daniel Burrus 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 Daniel Burrus, 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 Daniel Burrus or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Daniel Burrus for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Daniel Burrus, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Daniel Burrus are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Daniel Burrus, 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 Daniel Burrus speak about?
Daniel Burrus is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Change Management, Health, Futurism, Business Leadership, Business Growth, Personal Growth, Technology, Publishing, Authors, Science, Agriculture, Inspirational, Communication, Marketing, Social Media, Innovation, Internet, Consulting, Leadership, Healthcare, Education, Literary, Public Health, Virtual, Motivational, Culture, Business, Finance, World Affairs, Physics, Economy, Strategic Leadership and Artificial Intelligence. -
Where does Daniel Burrus travel from?
Daniel Burrus generally travels from San Diego, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Daniel Burrus?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Daniel Burrus 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 Daniel Burrus 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 Daniel Burrus 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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