K D Adamson is a revered renegade futurist and ecocentrist, who argues that the most important relationship human beings have is with the future, but our assumptions about it have become stuck in the past - deconstructing the techno-optimist narrative. A hugely successful futurist, adviser, strategist, author and keynote speaker, whose performances have been described as a TED-talk on steroids, K D Adamson offers a visionary perspective, pinpointing the social and business certainties being dismantled around us and fundamentally reframes the future that could and should replace them. K D’s client list includes Google, Bugatti, Audi, Deloitte and Mastercard. If you are looking to hire an expert futurism keynote speaker, hire K D Adamson today!
K D Adamson is a global authority on the future of business, its sustainable transformation and how business can create value in the future, and is an expert in organisational transformation, ESG, leadership, agility, business culture, technology and digitalisation, de-globalisation and the blue, green and circular economies. Her prominent previous roles include being a Futurist-in-Residence for Futurenautics, a Futurist for The Futures Agency, CEO and Futurist of Ulterior Futures and a Futurist for Stark Moore Macmillan Ltd. On stage and screen, K D has forged a reputation for challenging assumptions, whether that be of world-changing ideas on geopolitics and society or perspectives on economics, business, technology and the environment.
Combining an unusual mix of visionary thinking and foresight, K D's trusted authority has made her a trusted advisor to various different leaders and organisations, with her impressive roster encompassing major global brands, NGOs, non-profits and multi-national corporations. An inspirational futurist keynote speaker K D’s stellar client list also includes the likes of Vodafone, Porsche, Pfizer, Oracle, CHANEL and Airbus. If you are looking for a strategic foresight strategist, coach and keynote speaker for your next event, don’t hesitate to hire K D Adamson as a revered futurism keynote speaker today!
In recognition of her authority as a world-renowned futurist, K D Adamson was recently named as one of the 16 Most Popular Future Trends Keynote Speakers to Hire! In March 2024 we sat down with K D Adamson and discussed her views on the steps that must be taken to future-proof the planet in a sustainable way for the generations to come. Watch our Exclusive Interview with K D Adamson.
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K D Adamson received a 5 star rating across 15 events in 2023
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"K D Adamson is a renowned futurist and ecocentrist, celebrated for her visionary perspective on business transformation and sustainability. With an impressive client list including Google, Bugatti and Deloitte, she excels as a keynote speaker, strategist and advisor. Known for her dynamic presentations and expertise in ESG, technology and digitalisation, K D Adamson challenges assumptions and offers a fresh, future-focused outlook. Hire K D Adamson for unparalleled insights and transformative foresight."
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K D Adamson's official speaking topics are listed below:
- The Future of Business & Strategy, Work, Societies, Education, Health, Environment, Technology, Economy, Connectivity, Transportation, Space, Brands & Marketing, Media, Fashion & Beauty, Luxury, Law, Government, Growth, Maritime, Climate Change, Humanity, Innovation, Finance, Sustainability, Identity, Risk, Democracy, Regulation & Blue Economy
- Sustainable Transformation
- Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
- Enterprise Agility
- Value Chain Agility
- Data & Digital Transformation
- Causative Leadership
- Ecocentric Innovation
- The Blue Economy
- The Green Economy
- The Circular Economy
- Workplace Culture
- Sustainable Value Creation
- Nobleization - Can Businesses Survive the New Moral Age?
- The Age of Undiscovery
- Taking the Red Pill
- The Global Syndemic
- The Invent Horizon
- The New Moral Age
- The Ashes & The Flame
- The F-Word
- The WHealth Ecosystem
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"You are a rockstar! What an impact! Thank you so much for your inspirational keynote, I have never, ever got so much great feedback from a keynote speaker at any event." - Stena Group
"K D was excellent. She was also very easy to work with and by the end of the event, I felt she was part of our innovation team. Please do pass on our heartfelt thanks." - University of Leicester
"It was great having you join us in Bilbao. The feedback from your keynote has really been absolutely fantastic, that session was easily the most popular over the 3 days!" - Mobile World Congress
"Form is temporary, class is permanent" - Orange
"Mindblowing. Your keynote was absolutely world-class" - Nordea
"Compelling, visionary, a superb keynote" - Capgemini
"It was absolutely amazing. Kate's talk went down a storm and garnered lots of questions. She was excellent." - Made By Chameleon
- 2023 - Featured in "Ship Concept 2030" Magazine
- 2020 - CEO & Futurist of Ulterior Futures
- 2017 - Author of "Shipping and the 800-lb Gorilla"
- 2016 - Author of "Payload"
- 2013 - Futurist-in-Residence of Futurenautics
- 2013 - Futurist for The Futures Agency
- 2013 - Futurist, Global Keynote Speaker, Adviser, Presenter & Writer for K D ADAMSON
- 2004 - Futurist of Stark Moore Macmillan Ltd
- 1998 - Director of Adamwell International Ltd
- 1997 - Head of Marketing for Business Link
- 1996 - Marketing Manager of Centaur Media Plc
- 1993 - Commissioning & Business Planning for Inmarsat
- 1992 - Account Executive for McCann