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James Canton

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Futurist, Author & Visionary Business Advisor

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James Canton Biography

Dr. James Canton is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, author, and visionary business advisor. As a former Apple Computer executive and high tech entrepreneur, he has been insightfully forecasting the key trends and technologies that have shaped our world. The Economist recognizes him as one of the leading global futurists. He has advised three White House Administrations and over 100 companies.

Dr. Canton is CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business and government. A frequent guest of the media, he was named “the Digital Guru” by CNN and “Dr. Future” by Yahoo for his insights. Dr. Canton is the author of "The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the 21st Century" and "Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Innovations Will Transform Business in the 21st Century."

Dr. Canton advises the Global Fortune 1000 on trends in innovation, financial services, health care, population, life sciences, energy, security, workforce, climate change, and globalization. From a broad range of industries, clients include: IBM, Tata, Intel, Philips, General Electric, Hewlett Packard, Boeing, FedEx, and Proctor & Gamble.

Recognized as “one of the top presenters in the 21st century” by Successful Meetings Magazine, Dr. Canton is a highly sought-after keynote presenter. He has spoken to thousands of organizations on five continents. He is noted for his fascinating, informative, dynamic and entertaining keynotes.

A frequent guest of the media, Dr. Canton has been a commentator on CNN, CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC. Media coverage has included CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Bloomberg Report, The New York Times, US News and World Report, CEO, CIO and CFO Magazines. His FutureGuru blog and Twitter followers reach a worldwide audience.

Dr. Canton has held academic appointments at Singularity University at NASA, the Kellogg School of Management, MIT’s Media Lab, Europe, the Potomac Institute, and served on the International Advisory Council, Economic Development Board for the State Singapore, been an advisor to the National Science and Technology Council, US Departments of State, Defense and Health and Human Services.

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The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the Next 20 Years

The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the Next 20 Years

Leading Authorities On Business: Winning Strategies from the Greatest Minds in Business Today

Leading Authorities On Business: Winning Strategies from the Greatest Minds in Business Today

Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Technology Will Transform Business in the 21st Century

Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Technology Will Transform Business in the 21st Century

Speaking Topics

  • The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Shape the 21st Century

    Based on Dr. Canton's acclaimed new book, The Extreme Future, this informative keynote provides a strategic overview of the top trends that will shape the future of business and society. Constantly updated with fresh research and forecasts, this keynote is a strategic briefing on what disruptions and opportunities are coming fast that will impact your world. Future trends covered include: Climate, energy, technology, the workforce, security, the economy, health care, demographics, entertainment, and lifestyles. Find out what's next and how to prepare today via this overview of the most recent forecasts that will shape the future marketplace, society and your life.

  • Velocity - The Top Trends Happening Now

    Are you operating with Velocity? Get out in front of change. Learn what's coming next. Complex changes and trends are redefining business, markets and society. Real-time change is the New Future. Managing uncertainty is now. New business models, new strategies, new customer demands, new innovations, new demographics, new employees, new rules, new technologies are ALL creating velocity and change. Find out what's happening NOW and how to anticipate what's coming next. Find out what are the top trends that are affecting your customers, employees, partners and competitors that you must know about know to better compete in the New Future. This keynote is a comprehensive overview of the top trends you need to know now.

  • The Future of Cloud Computing and Big Data

    Smarter, faster, leaner business is coming led by IT. A transformation in IT is coming fast. The next generation of business services will be shaped by Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics. Find out how to use these two massive innovations to establish a competitive advantage in your organization and what's next for business and IT. Learn about integrating your mobile, social media, customer service management and business process transformation to this key trend. Learn how to turn your info into powerful innovative knowledge about customers, employees and competitors from using smarter IT strategies based on this trend. Find out how to mine your digital exhaust and monetize info to make it intelligence and power to compete and create results faster.

  • The Mobile Future

    An explosion of app's, devices, platforms and media are transforming business, markets and society. Mobility is transforming business. But what are the long term and short term implications for your business? The mobile web is transforming the enterprise; how we touch customers; how we interact with partners and with employees. Find out what's next for mobile and how this trend is shaping your future. From entertainment, health care, finance to media--the web is bringing the mobile era to everyone everywhere. Find out what's next and what the top trends for mobility will be this year.

  • Future-Readiness: How to Think About Strategy

    Business strategy is a framework to see the convergence of trends that create opportunity. Strategy takes into consideration the holistic forces of change, competition, resources, time and assets. Discover how to think and plan more strategically about your organization's future. Learn how to develop scenarios and frameworks to do productive and effective strategic thinking. Find out how to become future-ready by thinking more effectively about strategy.

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    Booking fees for James Canton, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies between live and virtual events. Other factors that can affect speaker fees include the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The live and virtual event speaking fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire James Canton, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

  • WHO IS THE AGENT FOR James Canton?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like James Canton for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book James Canton for your next private or corporate function.

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    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent James Canton or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for James Canton or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
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James Canton

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Futurist, Author & Visionary Business Advisor

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Live Event: $20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Event: $10,000 - $20,000
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Architecture and Design, Authors, Business Leaders, Change, Creativity Speakers, Economy and Finance, Energy, Entrepreneurism, Ethics and Integrity, Foreign Policy, Futurists, Green and Sustainability, Health and Wellness, Innovation, Inspirational Speakers, Media, Personal Growth, Photography, Sales, Marketing and Branding, Science and Engineering, Science and Technology, Social Media and Social Networking, STEM, Technology Speakers, Virtual Speakers

James Canton Biography

Dr. James Canton is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, author, and visionary business advisor. As a former Apple Computer executive and high tech entrepreneur, he has been insightfully forecasting the key trends and technologies that have shaped our world. The Economist recognizes him as one of the leading global futurists. He has advised three White House Administrations and over 100 companies.

Dr. Canton is CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business and government. A frequent guest of the media, he was named “the Digital Guru” by CNN and “Dr. Future” by Yahoo for his insights. Dr. Canton is the author of "The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the 21st Century" and "Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Innovations Will Transform Business in the 21st Century."

Dr. Canton advises the Global Fortune 1000 on trends in innovation, financial services, health care, population, life sciences, energy, security, workforce, climate change, and globalization. From a broad range of industries, clients include: IBM, Tata, Intel, Philips, General Electric, Hewlett Packard, Boeing, FedEx, and Proctor & Gamble.

Recognized as “one of the top presenters in the 21st century” by Successful Meetings Magazine, Dr. Canton is a highly sought-after keynote presenter. He has spoken to thousands of organizations on five continents. He is noted for his fascinating, informative, dynamic and entertaining keynotes.

A frequent guest of the media, Dr. Canton has been a commentator on CNN, CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC. Media coverage has included CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Bloomberg Report, The New York Times, US News and World Report, CEO, CIO and CFO Magazines. His FutureGuru blog and Twitter followers reach a worldwide audience.

Dr. Canton has held academic appointments at Singularity University at NASA, the Kellogg School of Management, MIT’s Media Lab, Europe, the Potomac Institute, and served on the International Advisory Council, Economic Development Board for the State Singapore, been an advisor to the National Science and Technology Council, US Departments of State, Defense and Health and Human Services.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on James Canton and other top speakers and celebrities.

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James Canton Videos

  • Are You Future Ready - James Canton
    Are You Future Ready - James Canton
    A renowned global futurist, author and global advisor to the Fortune 100, Dr. Canton has been forecasting the leading innovations and trends that...
  • e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
    e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
  • Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations
    Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations
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James Canton Books

The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the Next 20 Years
The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the Next 20 Years
Leading Authorities On Business: Winning Strategies from the Greatest Minds in Business Today
Leading Authorities On Business: Winning Strategies from the Greatest Minds in Business Today
Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Technology Will Transform Business in the 21st Century
Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Technology Will Transform Business in the 21st Century

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James Canton Speaking Topics

  • The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Shape the 21st Century

    Based on Dr. Canton's acclaimed new book, The Extreme Future, this informative keynote provides a strategic overview of the top trends that will shape the future of business and society. Constantly updated with fresh research and forecasts, this keynote is a strategic briefing on what disruptions and opportunities are coming fast that will impact your world. Future trends covered include: Climate, energy, technology, the workforce, security, the economy, health care, demographics, entertainment, and lifestyles. Find out what's next and how to prepare today via this overview of the most recent forecasts that will shape the future marketplace, society and your life.

  • Velocity - The Top Trends Happening Now

    Are you operating with Velocity? Get out in front of change. Learn what's coming next. Complex changes and trends are redefining business, markets and society. Real-time change is the New Future. Managing uncertainty is now. New business models, new strategies, new customer demands, new innovations, new demographics, new employees, new rules, new technologies are ALL creating velocity and change. Find out what's happening NOW and how to anticipate what's coming next. Find out what are the top trends that are affecting your customers, employees, partners and competitors that you must know about know to better compete in the New Future. This keynote is a comprehensive overview of the top trends you need to know now.

  • The Future of Cloud Computing and Big Data

    Smarter, faster, leaner business is coming led by IT. A transformation in IT is coming fast. The next generation of business services will be shaped by Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics. Find out how to use these two massive innovations to establish a competitive advantage in your organization and what's next for business and IT. Learn about integrating your mobile, social media, customer service management and business process transformation to this key trend. Learn how to turn your info into powerful innovative knowledge about customers, employees and competitors from using smarter IT strategies based on this trend. Find out how to mine your digital exhaust and monetize info to make it intelligence and power to compete and create results faster.

  • The Mobile Future

    An explosion of app's, devices, platforms and media are transforming business, markets and society. Mobility is transforming business. But what are the long term and short term implications for your business? The mobile web is transforming the enterprise; how we touch customers; how we interact with partners and with employees. Find out what's next for mobile and how this trend is shaping your future. From entertainment, health care, finance to media--the web is bringing the mobile era to everyone everywhere. Find out what's next and what the top trends for mobility will be this year.

  • Future-Readiness: How to Think About Strategy

    Business strategy is a framework to see the convergence of trends that create opportunity. Strategy takes into consideration the holistic forces of change, competition, resources, time and assets. Discover how to think and plan more strategically about your organization's future. Learn how to develop scenarios and frameworks to do productive and effective strategic thinking. Find out how to become future-ready by thinking more effectively about strategy.

FAQs on booking James Canton

  • How to book James Canton?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like James Canton for both live and virtual events for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for James Canton, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for James Canton or any other celebrity of your choice.

  • How much does it cost to book James Canton?

    Booking fees for James Canton, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies between live and virtual events. Other factors that can affect speaker fees include the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The live and virtual event speaking fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire James Canton, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

  • Who is the agent for James Canton?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like James Canton for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book James Canton for your next private or corporate function.

  • What is a full-service talent booking agency?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent James Canton or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for James Canton or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.

James Canton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Shape the 21st Century, Velocity - The Top Trends Happening Now, The Future of Cloud Computing and Big Data, The Mobile Future and Future-Readiness: How to Think About Strategy. The estimated speaking fee range to book James Canton for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. James Canton generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Carroll, Mike Walsh, R "Ray" Wang, Erik Qualman and Daniel Burrus. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling James Canton for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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James Canton Speaker Videos

  • Are You Future Ready - James Canton
    Are You Future Ready - James Canton
    A renowned global futurist, author and global advisor to the Fortune 100, Dr. Canton has been forecasting the leading innovations and trends that have shaped our world for 25 years. He is the CEO and...
    e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
    e-nnovation 2013 - James Canton || The Extreme Future
  • Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations
    Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations
    Ten Key Trends of The Extreme Future - Dr. James Canton
    Ten Key Trends of The Extreme Future - Dr. James Canton
  • Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations: what ...
    Futurists Dr. James Canton and Gerd Leonhard Conversations: what ...
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James Canton Speaking Topics

  • The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Shape the 21st Century

    Based on Dr. Canton's acclaimed new book, The Extreme Future, this informative keynote provides a strategic overview of the top trends that will shape the future of business and society. Constantly updated with fresh research and forecasts, this keynote is a strategic briefing on what disruptions and opportunities are coming fast that will impact your world. Future trends covered include: Climate, energy, technology, the workforce, security, the economy, health care, demographics, entertainment, and lifestyles. Find out what's next and how to prepare today via this overview of the most recent forecasts that will shape the future marketplace, society and your life.

  • Velocity - The Top Trends Happening Now

    Are you operating with Velocity? Get out in front of change. Learn what's coming next. Complex changes and trends are redefining business, markets and society. Real-time change is the New Future. Managing uncertainty is now. New business models, new strategies, new customer demands, new innovations, new demographics, new employees, new rules, new technologies are ALL creating velocity and change. Find out what's happening NOW and how to anticipate what's coming next. Find out what are the top trends that are affecting your customers, employees, partners and competitors that you must know about know to better compete in the New Future. This keynote is a comprehensive overview of the top trends you need to know now.

  • The Future of Cloud Computing and Big Data

    Smarter, faster, leaner business is coming led by IT. A transformation in IT is coming fast. The next generation of business services will be shaped by Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics. Find out how to use these two massive innovations to establish a competitive advantage in your organization and what's next for business and IT. Learn about integrating your mobile, social media, customer service management and business process transformation to this key trend. Learn how to turn your info into powerful innovative knowledge about customers, employees and competitors from using smarter IT strategies based on this trend. Find out how to mine your digital exhaust and monetize info to make it intelligence and power to compete and create results faster.

  • The Mobile Future

    An explosion of app's, devices, platforms and media are transforming business, markets and society. Mobility is transforming business. But what are the long term and short term implications for your business? The mobile web is transforming the enterprise; how we touch customers; how we interact with partners and with employees. Find out what's next for mobile and how this trend is shaping your future. From entertainment, health care, finance to media--the web is bringing the mobile era to everyone everywhere. Find out what's next and what the top trends for mobility will be this year.

  • Future-Readiness: How to Think About Strategy

    Business strategy is a framework to see the convergence of trends that create opportunity. Strategy takes into consideration the holistic forces of change, competition, resources, time and assets. Discover how to think and plan more strategically about your organization's future. Learn how to develop scenarios and frameworks to do productive and effective strategic thinking. Find out how to become future-ready by thinking more effectively about strategy.

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This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

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