Jack Uldrich is a leading authority on artificial intelligence, digital disruption and technology, topics that he explores as an innovation speaker. Having published over ten books on these topics, including “Foresight 2020” he is widely respected for his industry-defining understanding of futurism. When booked for events, Jack supplies researched, experience-driven prediction for future trends, which allow corporate audiences to tailor their business outlook. From CNBC to the Discovery Channel, Jack has appeared on several prestigious channels, a testament to his international influence as an AI expert. Captivating and enlightening, Jack will provide an insight into your industry’s future.
Speaking at hundreds of events every year, Jack has been booked by corporate clients from healthcare, education, agriculture and finance sectors. His TEDx talk "Unlearning Possibilities" is a preview into his unrivalled understanding of our future. Jack promotes the importance of creativity and versatility when preparing for the unexpected. Infused within his actionable strategies for business turnaround are thrilling anecdotes, captivating his audience’s attention from the moment he steps onto the stage. As a keynote speaker, he discusses future trends and emerging technologies, while Jack’s change management topic helps corporate audiences to adapt to their evolving market.
With his tailored presentations, well-rounded topics and results-driven strategies for business turnaround, a speaker like Jack is not to be missed. With previous clients including GE, FedEx and IBM, this consummate professional is no stranger to the stage, leaving your event in safe hands. When asked “what will the future look like?”, Jack’s response is simple; “predictably unpredictable”. This mindset harks back to his incredibly successful career, which has included roles with the Minnesota Grocers Association and the Concord Coalition, in prestigious directorial positions. In 2003, Jack founded The School of Unlearning, his keynote speaking brand. He has since become the go-to speaker on futurism, booked for international events to share his predictions of upcoming advancements.
Jack has published a string of award-winning books, including “The Next Big Thing is Really Small”, “Into the Unknown” and “Jump the Curve”. His recent release, “Foresight 2020: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow,” was a critically acclaimed roadmap for 2020, and the trends he expected for the new decade. Jack’s written work can also be found in The Wall Street Journal and The Futurist, two highly respectable publications. A speaker like Jack has perfected his craft, ensuring the success of your event. Audiences will never forget a conference featuring this insightful expert, whose actionable strategies will prepare any business for the future.
Most recently, Jack Uldrich was inducted into the Top Futurism Speakers to Hire, in recognition of his inspirational speaking career.
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Foresight 2020: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow
The Next Big Thing is Really Small
Jump the Curve
Green Investing
Reviews
Jack Uldrich received a 4 star rating across 17 events in 2023.
Agent Recommendation
"Jack Uldrich is a captivating keynote speaker on AI and futurism who brings the future to life. With a knack for simplifying complex ideas, he inspires audiences to think differently about what's next. Uldrich's talks are insightful, engaging, and leave listeners excited about the possibilities ahead."
How to hire Jack Uldrich
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Jack Uldrich's official speaking topics are listed below:
Forecasting the Future of Farming & Agribusiness: 2025-2030
In this energetic, entertaining, educational and enlightening keynote presentation, futurist and best-selling author Jack Uldrich will begin by outlining the startling–and sometimes staggering–advances in artificial intelligence, synthetic biology, gene-editing, robotic automation, sub-orbital Internet, and precision and vertical farming. He will then discuss how these trends are converging with other seismic shifts in geopolitics, consumer behaviour and economics to drive everything from innovative new financing models to advances in sustainable energy, and the growth of regenerative agriculture.
Thriving Today & Tomorrow: How to Think About Trends Transforming Society
In this fast-paced, energetic keynote, Jack Uldrich will deliver a tailor-made presentation designed to entice people to think more broadly about the trends transforming their world. Uldrich will then provide tangible tools and techniques to help leaders leverage the transformation and turn it to their advantage.
The Big AHA: How to Future-Proof Your Business Against Tomorrow's Transformational Trends, Today
In the near future, the greatest change will be the accelerating rate of change itself. In this enlightening, entertaining and educational session, Jack shares insights from his book, Business as Unusual: How to Future-Proof Yourself Against Tomorrow’s Transformational Trends, Today. He outlines the ten trends that will transform the world of tomorrow. Jack also identifies concrete actions businesses can take today to future-proof themselves against “the tides of tomorrow.”
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Just a quick personal note to thank you again for speaking to our senior management team. Your words were exactly what we needed to set the team’s frame of mind for a day focused on strategy." – Joe Robles, CEO, USAA
- 2024 – Contributed an article to The Minnesota Star Tribune
- 2024 – Delivered a keynote address at the American Association of Community Colleges
- 2012 – Author of “Foresight 2020: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow”
- 2011 – Author of “Higher Unlearning: 39 Post-Requisite Lessons for Achieving a Successful Future”
- 2010 – Author of “Green Investing: A Guide to Making Money through Environment-Friendly Stocks”
- 2008 – Author of “Jump the Curve: 50 Essential Strategies to Help Your Company Stay Ahead of Emerging Technologies”
- 2003 – Founder, The School of Unlearning
- 2003 – Author of “The Next Big Thing is Really Small”
- 2002 – Director of Strategic Planning, Office of the Governor of Minnesota
- 1999 – Deputy Director, State of Minnesota
- 1991 – Presidential Management Fellow, Federal Government
- 1987 – Intelligence Officer, United States Navy