Biography of Daniel Burrus

The New York Times has referred to him as one of America's top three business "gurus" in the highest demand as a speaker.

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 accurately 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 identifies relevant trends and offers powerful, practical strategies for turning rapid change into a competitive advantage.

His interest in research became apparent in his third year of college when he became one of the first undergraduates in the nation to direct a federal research grant. He has founded and managed five businesses, two of which were national leaders in their first year. As a highly successful entrepreneur, he knows how to translate research findings into practical business advantages.

Burrus' client list encompasses a wide range of industries, and includes many Fortune 500 companies such as GE, IBM, Oracle, Microsoft, DuPont, AT&T, Toshiba, American Express, Northwestern Mutual, Exxon, and Sara Lee. He has been the subject of a PBS Special and has appeared on programs such as Larry King, Lou Dobbs, CNNfn, and Bloomberg and is quoted in a variety of publications including Fortune, Forbes, and USA Today.  

Programs:
FUTUREVIEW® - A Look Ahead:

"You cannot stop change, but you can shape it to your advantage."

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 The Competition:

"When a new technology satisfies a major social need, a revolution is created."

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 Competitive Advantage:

"Changing times means changing strategies."

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:

"Technology has the power to alter reality. It lets you make the impossible possible."

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.