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James Canton

James Canton

Keynote Speaker: Futurist, Author & Visionary Business Advisor

James Canton Biography

Dr. James Canton is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, author, and visionary business advisor. As a former Apple Computer executive and high tech entrepreneur, he has been insightfully forecasting the key trends and technologies that have shaped our world. The Economist recognizes him as one of the leading global futurists. He has advised three White House Administrations and over 100 companies.

Dr. Canton is CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business and government. A frequent guest of the media, he was named “the Digital Guru” by CNN and “Dr. Future” by Yahoo for his insights. Dr. Canton is the author of "The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the 21st Century" and "Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Innovations Will Transform Business in the 21st Century."

Dr. Canton advises the Global Fortune 1000 on trends in innovation, financial services, health care, population, life sciences, energy, security, workforce, climate change, and globalization. From a broad range of industries, clients include: IBM, Tata, Intel, Philips, General Electric, Hewlett Packard, Boeing, FedEx, and Proctor & Gamble.

Recognized as “one of the top presenters in the 21st century” by Successful Meetings Magazine, Dr. Canton is a highly sought-after keynote presenter. He has spoken to thousands of organizations on five continents. He is noted for his fascinating, informative, dynamic and entertaining keynotes.

A frequent guest of the media, Dr. Canton has been a commentator on CNN, CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC. Media coverage has included CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Bloomberg Report, The New York Times, US News and World Report, CEO, CIO and CFO Magazines. His FutureGuru blog and Twitter followers reach a worldwide audience.

Dr. Canton has held academic appointments at Singularity University at NASA, the Kellogg School of Management, MIT’s Media Lab, Europe, the Potomac Institute, and served on the International Advisory Council, Economic Development Board for the State Singapore, been an advisor to the National Science and Technology Council, US Departments of State, Defense and Health and Human Services.

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James Canton Speaking Topics

The Mashup Economy and the Future of Business

The impact of new innovations on business models and strategy is redefining commerce--find out how.

The Eco-Revolution: Building the Sustainable Organization

How to understand and create the sustainable organization of the future--today.

The Clickstream Consumer and the Digital Lifestyle

Find out how innovative tech such as the web, gaming, mobility and computing are creating a new consumer lifestyle.

Technofutures: What's Next for Innovation

From nanotech to quantum tech, robots, GPS, GeoWeb, mobility and Web 2.0, find out what's next for innovation.

The Innovator's Mindset: Inventing the Future

How leading innovator's create the future--the 7 secrets of innovation.

James Canton Videos

Machines That Think: The Good, Bad and Scary of A.I. | Dr. James Canton
e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations

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What topics does James Canton speak about?

James Canton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Personal Growth, Health, Futurism, Business Leadership, Technology, Authors, Environment, Economy, Healthcare, Creativity, Ethics & Integrity, Art, Government, Biology, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science, Security & Defense, Innovation, World Affairs, Science, Internet, Consulting, Leadership, Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Energy, Social Media, Marketing, Finance, Inspirational, Motivational, Culture, International Business and Business Growth.

Where does James Canton travel from?

James Canton generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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James Canton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Personal Growth and Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book James Canton for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. James Canton generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Walsh, Jim Carroll and Gary Hamel. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling James Canton for an upcoming event.

James Canton Speaking Topics

  • The Mashup Economy and the Future of Business

    The impact of new innovations on business models and strategy is redefining commerce--find out how.

  • The Eco-Revolution: Building the Sustainable Organization

    How to understand and create the sustainable organization of the future--today.

  • The Clickstream Consumer and the Digital Lifestyle

    Find out how innovative tech such as the web, gaming, mobility and computing are creating a new consumer lifestyle.

  • Technofutures: What's Next for Innovation

    From nanotech to quantum tech, robots, GPS, GeoWeb, mobility and Web 2.0, find out what's next for innovation.

  • The Innovator's Mindset: Inventing the Future

    How leading innovator's create the future--the 7 secrets of innovation.

James Canton Videos

Machines That Think: The Good, Bad and Scary of A.I. | Dr. James Canton
e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations
Ten Key Trends of The Extreme Future - Dr. James Canton
Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations: what ...

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