Canton, James
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About James Canton
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, Dutton 2006, 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 a academic appointments at Singularity University at NASA, the Kellogg School of Management, MITʼs 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.
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.
Technofutures
Fast moving radical technologies are reshaping the marketplace and society. This presentation provides a strategic overview of the leading-edge technologies, strategies, and trends that will transform business, economics and society in the 21st century. Find out what the future holds for the Internet, quantum computers, intelligent agents, wireless, broadband, digital cash, robotics, digital TV, cybercrime, virtual reality, biotech, nanotechnology, and artificial intelligence. What new business models, social issues, customer trends might be mission-essential to your success? Learn about the power tools and building blocks of the next economy. This Big Picture presentation will demystify technology trends providing a practical explanation of how and what new technologies may impact your industry or market. Learn how you can prepare today to meet the challenges of the global digital future Find out how to better understand and predict the evolution of technology and its impact on your world.
The Future of Healthcare – 2020 Horizon
Predictive Pharma Genomics, Pre-Birth Genetic Mapping, Life Extension Enhancement, Neuro Cognitive Enhancement, Tissue/Organ Optimization, Corrective Geno-Pharma, from the near future to 25 years out. Sample slides.
Testimonials
“Your skillful weaving of societal, business, technological and payments industry trends gave my team much to think about. The breakout groups we held following your presentation were highly energized and productive as a result of the material you presented.”
– Robert W. Selander, President and CEO, MasterCard International
“Thank you so much for your contribution to Kraft’s Digital Hothouse event. It was a huge success, it’s getting terrific feedback from the business teams and your participation has made all the difference.”
– The Kraft Digital Hothouse Team, Kraft
“I want to personally thank you for joining our Platinum Partners in Alaska and delivering not only an interesting, but compelling speech for this group. The feedback has been phenomenal. Our Platinum Partners also appreciated you joining and personally interacting with each and every one on our Dog Sledding activity.”
– Pauline Hailstones, Event Manager, Anthony Robbins Companies
“Your comments gave us an insight into technology trends and new market suggestions that mapped exceedingly well with our strategic goals.”
– Arthur E. Johnson President & Chief Operating Officer Lockheed Martin
“Your Technofutures presentation was a smashing success, and we are really looking forward to another successful briefing in Seattle.”
– Rich Dietz, President Sales Global Markets, SBC
“I particularly liked the way you took a complex issue and managed to aim it at multiple levels of tech understanding in the audience and relate it to their varying perspectives.”
– Toby Redshaw, Vice President, Federal Express