Daniel Burrus

Daniel Burrus

Daniel Burrus is one of the world’s leading technology forecasters and business strategists, and is the author of six books, including the highly acclaimed Technotrends, which has been translated into over a dozen languages.

In 1983, Burrus was the first and only futurist to accurately identify the twenty technologies that would drive two decades of revolutionary change. Since then, he has established a worldwide reputation for his exceptional record of predicting the future of technological change and its direct impact on the business world. He has helped hundreds of clients develop successful competitive strategies based on the creative application of leading-edge technologies, and has delivered over 2,000 keynote speeches to corporations, associations, and professional organizations worldwide.

In his presentations, Mr. Burrus blends timely and provocative knowledge with just the right amount of humor and motivation. He is a master at tailoring his presentations to his audiences as he addresses relevant trends and offers powerful, practical guidance for turning rapid change into a competitive advantage.

Keynote Topics...

Futureview®-A Look Ahead:
Innovations in science and technology continue to provide us with "new tools" that will greatly increase our productivity and efficiency in all areas. Knowing what these tools are, and how to creatively apply them, is vital to maintaining your competitive edge. In this forward-thinking presentation, Daniel Burrus will offer valuable insights into present and future opportunities that are made possible by rapid advances in technology. You will hear solid evidence supporting the view that change is opportunity as you learn how to strategically position your organization to thrive in a shifting technological and economic climate.

Technotrends®-How To Use Technology To Go Beyond Your Competition:
Technology is continually changing the rules of competition, rendering many traditional business strategies and processes obsolete. Identifying and understanding the challenges and opportunities that new technologies create has become a key business imperative. In this eye-opening presentation, Daniel Burrus identifies specific technologies that will directly impact you and your industry. He will demonstrate how they can be used to generate strategic value by transforming products, services, and markets, as well as your customers. You will learn how to anticipate the future of technological change and turn a rapidly changing business environment into a competitive advantage.

Technostrategies™-Creating and Sustaining Strategic Advantage:
E-Business technologies are transforming every relationship that matters to your organization, helping you build an enterprise of unprecedented agility and responsiveness. But just as technology is undergoing a revolution, the rules that govern those who use it in their business are also being redefined. As we create organizations that can respond rapidly to change, we tend to react to change rather than anticipate it. In this empowering presentation, Daniel Burrus will share powerful strategies for creatively applying technology to drive growth as you develop new products, services and customer experiences that will propel you far ahead of the competition – and help you to stay there!

Unlocking Technology's Promise:

An overwhelming majority of hardware and software manufacturers agree that, in general, their customers are dramatically under-utilizing the tools they already own. Is it any wonder that many are beginning to question whether technology will ever live up to their expectations? As we strive to maintain a competitive edge, it’s important to understand that technology is only one component of the equation for success. In this powerful presentation, Daniel Burrus will share valuable strategies for integrating strategy, technology and people to maximize your technology investment. Creatively applying new tools, as well as the tools you already have in place, can unlock opportunities and provide new competitive advantage.

What Others are Saying...

"It came as no surprise that you were rated the top speaker in our audience evaluations. Your unique blend of wit and insight awakened all of us to the need to develop the knowledge network necessary to move to a 21st century mind set. Again, thank you for your enthusiasm and a message so perfectly tailored to our diverse global audience."

Robert Howe
IBM Corporation

"By applying what I have learned from hearing Daniel Burrus speak I have been able to save two companies tens of millions of dollars while multiplying my salary six times in the process."

Jim Thorpe, Senior VP of Technical Services
Bank Untied

"Our people, without exception, felt that your ideas were provocative, original, and timely. Your entertaining style captured the audience and compelled them to listen, think, and apply your thoughts to their own professional and personal lives. Throughout the balance of our week long meeting, I heard your ideas and thoughts repeated, discussed, and exchanged. You truly made a
memorable impression on the audience."

Mark McNutt
Xerox Corporation

"We are extremely grateful for your outstanding presentation about which we've received nothing but 'glowing' reviews--both about your message and your engaging delivery of it! Your willingness to spend time prior to the event understanding our special requirements and then tailoring your presentation really distinguished you from many of today's well-know speakers. You were, Dan, an absolute runaway hit! Thank you!"

Kay White, Area Manager
Pacific Bell