Attention. Anticipation. Action.

    Beyond Resilient. Be Future Ready™

    Go beyond reacting and surviving. Learn to stay ahead of rapid change, avoid the worst of its challenges, and act early on the opportunities it creates.

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    The Framework

    The Future Ready Framework™

    A structured approach to leading organizations when the rules are being rewritten.

    01

    Attention

    Seeing the signals others miss before they become obvious. Developing the organizational awareness to detect meaningful shifts amid the noise of daily operations.

    02

    Anticipation

    Developing a considered view of what is likely coming and why. Moving beyond reacting to events toward structuring plausible future scenarios that inform current strategy.

    03

    Action

    Moving from insight to decision with clarity and confidence. Executing strategic shifts with conviction even when complete information is unavailable.

    The Keynotes

    2026 keynotes

    Beyond Resilient: How to Be Future Ready™ in an Age of Constant Change

    Being resilient is no longer enough. Today's leaders need to see what's coming while there is still time to do something about it. Simon translates complex advancements into simple, usable strategies executives can implement immediately using his Future Ready Framework™, which identifies how to spot challenges and opportunities early and turn rapid change into competitive advantage.

    Key Takeaways

    • Future Ready Framework™: A clear, three-step approach (Attention, Anticipation, Action) that leaders can use to navigate continual disruption.
    • Unlearning Techniques: Methods to let go of obsolete assumptions to see new possibilities.
    • Transformative Mindset: How to develop a "beyond resilient" leadership approach to make you and your organization truly future ready.
    • Practical Action Steps: Five proven steps, ranging from weekly "future scans" to reverse mentoring, that empower immediate and ongoing adaptation.

    Emerging Opportunities: Industry-Specific Insights for a Future-Ready Organization

    Your industry is changing faster than ever. But change brings opportunity, if you know where to look. In this customized keynote, Simon applies his Future Ready Framework™ and shares a global perspective from travels to over 40 countries. Simon highlights the emerging trends and technologies poised to reshape your industry.

    Key Takeaways

    • Customized Foresight: A deep dive into the most relevant trends for your industry, with clear guidance on how to respond proactively.
    • Optimization vs. Innovation: Strategies for balancing efficient operations with bold moves that bring rewards.
    • Actionable Blueprint: A step-by-step plan for creating a truly future ready organization.

    The Future of Work: Winning with AI in a Human-First Workplace

    AI isn't just changing how we work. It's redefining what's possible. As AI reshapes entire job categories, smart leaders are focusing on where human capabilities matter most. Simon shows you how to embrace the opportunities created by AI while still putting your people first.

    Key Takeaways

    • Demystifying AI & Automation: A plain-language exploration of current and near-future technologies.
    • Attracting & Retaining Talent: Practical tips to build a dynamic culture where emerging tools support human creativity and collaboration.
    • Future-Focused Strategy: How to use the Future Ready Framework™ to prepare for ongoing shifts in the way we work.
    • Agility in Action: Five immediate tactics, such as weekly "Future 15's" and pre-mortem planning, that help teams stay ahead of disruptive changes.

    Ways To Work With Simon

    Services

    Signature Keynote

    Open or close your event with a powerful and engaging presentation. Your group will be talking about this for a long time.

    • 45-90 Minutes
    • Customized for your audience
    • Includes Future Ready actions that your audience can take right away
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    Foresight Workshop

    Apply the lessons from the keynote to real-world problems that your region or organization is facing.

    • 90 minutes / half-day
    • Customized for your group
    • Interactive and actionable
    • Learn how to think about change like a Futurist
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    Foresight Advising

    Bring Simon in beyond the keynote, on a project basis or a monthly retainer. A fractional futurist for your leadership team.

    • Flexible offerings
    • Helps leaders see what they're not seeing
    • Escape the industry echo chamber
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    When organizations call Simon

    These are the situations leadership teams describe when they reach out. If any of them sound familiar, it may be time to talk.

    AI is on every agenda but nobody has a clear plan for what it actually means for your people and your operations.

    Your managers are overwhelmed, your teams are burned out, and the pace of change isn't slowing down.

    Your leadership team is caught between optimizing what works and betting on what's next, and they're doing neither well.

    Your executives built their success on experience and instincts that may not all translate to what's coming next, and telling the difference is harder than it sounds.

    You need a speaker who won't just inspire the room but will move them from insights to action.

    What Clients Are Saying

    What clients are saying

    UC Berkeley · Haas

    "Thank you so much for presenting as a keynote speaker at the Executive MBA Council meeting in Seattle. Your session garnered rave reviews. Everyone to whom I spoke commented on the depth of your analysis and the thought you put in to relate to our industry's drivers. I walked away with a great deal to think about personally, and I've shared your insights with my team, along with the challenge for us to be more future-focused and future resilient."

    Jamie Breen

    Assistant Dean, MBA Programs for Working Professionals, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley

    Rusk O'Brien Gido + Partners

    "Simon delivered an informative and engaging keynote session on 'Change is Coming: Understanding Relevant Emerging Technologies and Trends' at our 2017 Growth Conference in Naples, Florida for our architecture and engineering attendees. He discussed major themes that will impact our society and did a great job of relating specific technological advancements in the building, design and construction space, which was well received. Highly recommend for other conferences and events."

    Steve Gido

    Principal, Rusk O'Brien Gido + Partners

    Fidelity Bank

    "Simon's presentation was insightful and eye-opening. He gave our Board of Directors and our Management Team a lot to think about throughout our strategic planning process. I highly recommend him."

    Edward F. Manzi, Jr.

    Chairman & CEO, Fidelity Bank

    ISM

    "I have heard a ton of positive feedback on the speakers and EVERYBODY was talking about 'the futurist!'"

    Dan Feder

    ISM Board Member

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