Strategies for Thriving in an AI-Driven World
With the introduction of ChatGPT by OpenAI, and all of the other major players jumping on the AI bandwagon, hundreds of new AI empowered tools are now available that have the power to transform the way we live, work, and play.
It’s becoming increasingly important for businesses to adapt and embrace these new tool sets with an anticipatory mindset to stay both relevant and competitive. In this speech, Daniel Burrus will explore the opportunities and challenges that AI presents for businesses and discuss practical strategies for future-proofing your organization in an AI-driven world.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will examine the current state of AI technology and its potential impact on various industries, from healthcare and finance to retail and manufacturing. He will discuss the key drivers of AI adoption, such as improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation by one of the world’s leading global futurists, disruptive innovation experts, and serial entrepreneurs, New York Times bestselling author of seven books Daniel Burrus will provide specific strategies and tools for incorporating AI into your business.
In addition, Burrus will use industry examples to teach attendees how to identify the Hard Trends based on future facts that will happen and how to use those certainties, and the game-changing opportunities they provide, to turn disruption and change into opportunity and advantage.
Using Burrus’ mastery of storytelling to illustrate examples, deliverables include:
Harnessing Hard Trends for Rapid Innovation and Exponential Growth
In the fast-paced world of business, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. That’s why the explosive growth of Generative AI tools has become a game-changer, offering unparalleled opportunities for both growth and disruption.
Digital transformation is happening at an exponential rate, making it more important than ever to anticipate change and act accordingly. Anticipatory Leaders are paving the way by using Hard Trends based on future facts to identify and address disruptions before they even happen.
By pre-solving predictable problems and anticipating customer needs, Anticipatory Leaders can gain a competitive advantage that helps them stay ahead of the curve. Don’t get left behind – become an Anticipatory Leader and unlock the full potential of your business.
KEY TAKEAWAYS (Customized for Each Audience):
Get ready for an enlightening and energizing presentation by Daniel Burrus – a world-renowned global futurist, disruptive innovation expert, and successful serial entrepreneur. As a New York Times bestselling author of seven books, Burrus expertly weaves together real-life examples with a touch of humor to reveal the most important trends shaping our future and the exciting opportunities they present.
Through industry-specific examples, attendees will learn how to identify Hard Trends based on future facts that are certain to occur, and how to leverage these insights to develop low-risk, high-reward strategies for elevating value, accelerating growth, and achieving transformative results. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights to propel your business to the next level.
Using Burrus’ mastery of storytelling to illustrate examples, deliverables include:
How Artificial Intelligence Can Drive Innovation and Growth
KEYNOTE DESCRIPTION:
The use of Artificial Intelligence is not new, but it has recently gone from an evolutionary state to a revolutionary state with the explosion of new Generative AI tools. As this world becomes increasingly digital, incorporating Generative AI into your business strategy is critical to lowering costs as well as driving innovation and fueling growth.
In this keynote presentation, Daniel Burrus will share AI tools and strategies that can be used to lower costs, increase speed, and drive new levels of innovation and growth. In addition, he will share what not to do with Generative AI tools in order to protect your digital, and real-world assets.
As a strategic advisor to both the military and leading companies on AI, Daniel will examine the current state of AI technology and its potential to free up human resources to focus on higher-value activities to accelerate innovation and growth. He will share a wide variety of examples of how businesses are using AI, and how audience members can benefit both today and tomorrow.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
In this eye-opening and highly motivating presentation by one of the world’s leading global futurists, disruptive innovation experts, and serial entrepreneurs, New York Times bestselling author of seven books, Daniel Burrus will provide specific strategies and tools for incorporating AI into your business.
In addition, Burrus will use industry examples to teach attendees how to identify the Hard Trends based on future facts that will happen and how to use those certainties, and the game-changing opportunities they provide, to turn disruption and change into opportunity and advantage.
Using Burrus’ mastery of storytelling to illustrate examples, deliverables include:
Daniel Burrus is an internationally recognized futurist and New York Times bestselling author who helps leaders transform uncertain change into predictable advantage. He created the Anticipatory Organization Model, teaching executives to identify Hard Trends, future certainties and convert them into actionable strategy. Burrus is renowned for turning trend data and foresight into prescriptive guidance that leaders can implement immediately.
His keynotes blend compelling storytelling with practical deliverables: audiences leave with a prioritized set of opportunities, a risk-adjusted innovation roadmap, and clear next steps. Burrus’ approach emphasizes anticipating change rather than reacting to it, enabling organizations to pre-solve predictable problems and capitalize on emerging possibilities.
He advises Fortune 500 companies and government organizations, and his frameworks focus on real business outcomes: faster time to market, reduced risk in innovation bets, and measurable growth from identified trends. Burrus’ sessions are ideal for leadership teams and conference audiences who want both the inspiration of big-picture foresight and the pragmatism of an executable action plan
Daniel Burrus is heralded as one of the globe’s preeminent futurist speakers on global trends and disruptive innovation. With an extraordinary ability to translate complex technological trends into actionable business insights, Burrus has become a pivotal figure in strategic consulting. His keen insights and articulate delivery have earned him accolades from prestigious publications like The New York Times, which ranks him among the top three business gurus in the highest demand as a speaker.
Daniel Burrus’s career is marked by a relentless pursuit of technological foresight, stemming from a profound background in both science and strategic application. His foundational work includes the identification of the ‘Seven Radical Trends’ that shape our future, setting him apart in the technology forecasting realm. Burrus has a storied history of advising Fortune 500 companies, enabling them to leverage emerging technologies to achieve radical growth and significant competitive advantage. His insights are so pivotal that he has authored several best-selling books on the subject, which are crucial resources in the C-suite and among strategists worldwide.
Burrus’s methodology, the “Anticipatory Organization Model,” has transformed strategic planning for numerous organizations. By focusing on identifying certainties—trends that will happen—he empowers companies to turn disruption and change into opportunity and advantage. His prowess as a speaker and consultant stems from his ability to demystify complex concepts and forecast with unparalleled accuracy, attributes that have made him a titan in the field of futurism.
As a keynote speaker, Daniel’s engagements are nothing short of transformative. He tailors each presentation to the audience at hand, ensuring relevancy and actionable insights specific to industry trends and technological advancements. His ability to engage with a diverse array of industries—from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and education—highlights his versatile understanding of how technology intersects with business operations.
Daniel Burrus is regularly featured in leading media outlets for his expert insights, further cementing his status as a thought leader. His forecasts and analyses are frequently cited in academic and industry publications, making him a trusted source for future-proof strategies. His keynote presentations at major conferences and corporate events consistently receive high accolades for both their visionary nature and practical applicability.
Daniel Burrus is more than just a speaker; he is a visionary whose insights into global trends and disruptive innovation have illuminated paths for businesses around the world. His keynotes are crafted with the precision of a futurist and the clarity of a seasoned educator, making him one of the most influential voices in the realms of technology and business strategy today.
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