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Simon J. Anderson is an international futurist speaker and emerging technology and trends consultant. He is also the founder of Venture Foresight, a company dedicated to helping leaders and organizations be more future ready.
Mr. Anderson co-authored the 2014 Bellwether Award winning book Foresight 20/20: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow and the 2015 “Updated & Expanded” Edition with fellow global futurist Jack Uldrich.
As a key member of the international organization Communities of the Future, Mr. Anderson works to promote and facilitate “future’s thinking’ in communities around the world.
Having traveled to more than 25 countries, Mr. Anderson brings a global perspective to his work, which has been featured in numerous publications including the World Future Society’s monthly newsletter, “The Futurist” and the Austrian management magazine the “Hernsteiner.”
Industry Expertise (9)
Banking
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Financial Services
Management Consulting
Insurance
Energy
Retail
IT Services/Consulting
Agriculture and Farming
Areas of Expertise (12)
Keynote Speaking
Future of Work
Emerging Technology
Future Trends
Transportation
Retail Trends
Fintech
Insuretech
Augmented Reality
Virtual Reality (VR)
Articifical Intelligence
Change Management
Accomplishments (3)
Global Travel (personal)
I've traveled to 30 countries
Foresight 20/20: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow (professional)
Co-authored with acclaimed global futurist and best-selling author Jack Uldrich
Toastmasters - Competent Communicator Manual (professional)
2012-06-07
Completed Competent Communicator manual with Toastmasters
Education (2)
Florida State University - College of Business: Finance, Multinational Business Operations, Double Major 2010
Dean's List, GPA: 3.32
Tallahassee Community College: General Transfer, Business Administration, Management and Operations 2008
President's List, Dean's List, GPA: 3.71
Links (3)
Languages (2)
- English
- Spanish - intermediate
Testimonials (6)
Jamie Breen, Assistant Dean | MBA Programs for Working Professionals Haas School of Business, USC, Berkeley
“Thank you so much for presenting as a keynote speaker at the Executive MBA Council meeting in Seattle. Your session garnered rave reviews - everyone to whom I spoke commented on the depth of your analysis and the thought you put in to relate to our industry's drivers. I walked away with a great deal to think about personally, and I've shared your insights with my team, along with the challenge for us to be more future-focused and future resilient.”
Steve Gido, Principal | ROG Partners
“Simon delivered an informative and engaging keynote session on “Change is Coming – Understanding Relevant Emerging Technologies and Trends” at our 2017 Growth Conference in Naples, Florida for our architecture and engineering attendees. He discussed 7 major themes that will impact our society and did a great job of relating specific technological advancements in the building, design and construction space, which was well received. Highly recommend for other conferences and events!”
Jack Uldrich, Global Futurist, Best Selling Author, and Keynote Speaker | jackuldrich.com
“Simon is the brightest young futurist I know. I rely heavily on his outstanding ability to identify significant emerging technologies and trends, and have come to depend upon his keen understanding of how these trends will affect business in the future. As my reverse-mentor, his contributions and insights have proven invaluable.”
Edward F. Manzi, Jr, Chairman & CEO | Fidelity Bank
“Simon’s presentation was insightful and eye-opening. He gave our Board of Directors and our Management Team a lot to think about throughout our strategic planning process. I highly recommend him.”
Daniel S. Feder, Board Member | ISM
“Simon Anderson was a keynote speaker for the 2016 annual Midwest Fall Educational Conference for the ISM (Institute for Supply Management). Simon gave an eye-opening presentation that allowed us to look at near-future trends that will impact our profession across all industries. He was engaging, entertaining and provided actions that we all can use to be more future resilient!”
Kyle Jolly, Founder & CEO | National Event Staffing
“Simon’s ability to spot technology and business trend’s years before mass media or big business has always amazed me, he is my go to for anything and everything that requires forward thinking and insight. He not only gets into the topic or discussion but over around and above, he is incredibly thorough and has the ability to communicate his perspective from many angles.”
Event Appearances (107)
Top Twelve Trends for 2012
Radio Interview, The Bill Good Show Vancouver, B.C.
2011-12-26
Understanding the Trends of Tomorrow Can Transform Your Business Today
North Country Technology Symposium Clarkson University - Potsdam, NY
2012-05-23
The Future Belongs to Those Who Create It
TAC Student Leadership Program Havana, FL
2012-08-08
Guest Interview - Futurist Simon Anderson
Tallahassee Talks with Brien Sorne | 97.9 ESPN Radio Tallahassee, FL
2012-08-11
Re-Entering the Age of Entrepreneurship
Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization Florida State University - College of Business
2012-09-25
Emerging Trends in Education, Healthcare and 3D Printing
Rotary Sunrise Club Leon County Civic Center, Tallahassee, FL
2012-09-27
The Future of Entrepreneurship
2nd Annual Dandi Awards Goodwood Museum and Gardens, Tallahassee, FL
2012-09-28
Emerging Trends in Healthcare, Education, and 3D Printing
Rotary Sunset Club Meeting Hotel Duval, Tallahassee, FL
2012-10-09
Trends Affecting Entrepreneurship (2 classes)
Entrepreneurship Class Florida State University -College of Business
2012-10-11
Entrepreneurial Trends
ICT Enterprise FSU - College of Communications
2012-11-05
Emerging Trends Affecting Real Estate
Urban Land Institute (Central FL) - Trends in Real Estate Conference The Ballroom at Church Street, Orlando, FL
2012-11-08
Entering an Age of Entrepreneurship
FSU "7 Under 30" Conference Turnbull Center, Tallahassee, FL
2012-11-13
Understanding the Trends of Tomorrow Can Transform Your Region Today
NSBC Futures Forum Virtual Keynote - North Santa Barbara County, CA
2012-11-15
Virtual Panelist - Economic Development Opportunities
Panel Discussion - Economic Development Opportunities Virtual Panelist - North Santa Barbara County, CA
2012-11-15
"Crowdfunding and 3D Printing for New Entrepreneurs"
(Entrepreneurship for Students Presentation) College of Business, FSU
2013-01-10
Future Trends in Real Estate Consulting and Planning
Community Development BU Workshop Orlando, FL
2013-02-12
Recognize the Trends of Tomorrow - Transform Your Business Today
Central Coast Business Symposium Clark Center for the Performing Arts - Arroyo Grande, CA
2013-04-02
Wireless and Future Trends
AT&T University presents Wireless Wednesday Nationwide Training Webinar
2013-04-24
Ask A Futurist
Future Trends Hour The Dave Congalton Show, KVEC 920 (Guest Host Guy Rathbun)
2013-05-07
Recognizing the Trends of Tomorrow Can Transform Your Business Today
TechExpo 2013 Turnbull Center, Tallahasee, FL
2013-05-09
IdeaSphere: A Platform for Today's Voices
Interview Public Radio Exchange
2013-07-10
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Education
"Welcome Back" Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell, South Dakota
2013-08-21
Future Trends for Entrepreneurs
Opportunities in Commercializing Emerging Technology Florida State University - College of Business
2013-08-28
"Recognizing the Trends Transforming Education"
Business Impact: The Future of Learning Telekom Austria Group Business School, Vienna, Austria
2013-10-22
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Tomorrow
2013 MCEA Fall Conference Minneapolis, MN
2013-10-30
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Business
2014 Recruitment and Retention Conference Nashville, TN
2014-01-31
It’s Time to Change the Way We Think about the ‘Future’
TEDxTCC Tallahassee, FL
2014-02-27
Why the Future of Transportation Requires Unlearning
MN Transportation Conference Bloomington, MN
2014-03-06
Why The Future of the Utility Industry Demands Unlearning
NWPPA Annual Conference 2014 Billings, MT
2014-05-20
Preparing Tallahassee For the Future
Interview Tallahassee Talks with Brien Sorne
2014-05-24
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Education
Career Development Day Wake Tech Community College, Raleigh, NC
2014-10-03
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Agriculture
AAAF Provincial Conference Edmonton, Alberta
2015-01-21
“Recognizing the Trends Transforming Transportation”
2015 Traffic Partner Safety Summit Bismarck, ND
2015-04-08
"Transformational Change"
FL Tax Collectors, Inc. Leadership Half-Day Session Tallahassee, FL
2015-04-21
"Change Management"
FL Tax Collectors, Inc. Leadership Half-Day Session Kissimmee, FL
2015-06-15
"Recognizing the Trends Transforming Florida"
2015 Florida Tax Collectors, Inc. Fall Education Forum Orlando, FL
2015-08-31
"Moving Forward: Emerging Technologies and Trends in Transportation"
TMW TransForum 2015 Orlando, FL
2015-09-14
"How to Future-Proof Your Business Against Tomorrow's Transformational Trends, Today"
2015 Fall Welcome & Expo Minnetonka, MN
2015-10-05
"Foresight 20/20: Recognizing Tomorrow’s Trends, Today"
Great Practices Showcase presented by the Tax Collector's Office for Polk County Lakeland, FL
2015-11-20
"The Future of Food"
MN Futurists Bloomington, MN
2016-02-27
Creating an Association That Can Survive and Thrive in the Future
Breakfast Presentation Minneapolis, MN
2016-04-07
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Tomorrow
Private Client - Manufacturing - Annual Conference Orlando, FL
2016-05-02
“Creating an Organizational Culture That Can Thrive in the Future”
GA - Government Management Information Sciences - Annual Conference Saint Simons Island, Georgia
2016-05-03
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Health Care
American Heart Association Annual Strategy Meeting Dallas, TX
2016-06-06
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Energy
REMA Member Services Annual Conference Walker, MN
2016-06-15
"Transforming Change Management: Creating a Future-Resilient Organization"
MN Change Management Network Meeting Bloomington, MN
2016-06-16
"Recognizing the Trends Transforming Energy"
Minnesota Rural Electric Association - 2016 Energy Issues Summit St. Cloud, MN
2016-08-11
"Recognizing the Trends Transforming Local Government"
Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) 2016 Summer Conference Ocean City, MD
2016-08-18
"Anticipating the World of Tomorrow"
Fidelity Bank Planning Annual Session Bolton, MA
2016-09-27
"Transforming Tomorrow: Creating a Future-Resilient Organization"
Institute for Supply Management - 2016 Twin Cities Fall Conference Minneapolis, MN
2016-10-10
"Emerging Opportunities: Recognizing the Trends Transforming Tomorrow"
Florida Educational Facilities’ Planners Association (FEFPA) 2017 Winter Conference Palm Coast, FL
2017-02-01
"The Future of Food and Restaurants"
Private Client Minneapolis, MN
2017-04-17
"Redefining Banking: Trends Transforming our Future"
Michigan Bankers Association 2017 Annual Convention Mackinac Island, MI
2017-06-22
"Transforming Telecom: Connecting to the Future"
Georgia Telecommunications Association 2017 Annual Conference Palm Coast, FL
2017-06-27
"Trucking Into Tomorrow: How to Be Future Resilient"
in.sight User Conference + Expo 2017 Nashville, TN
2017-08-14
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Telecommunications: How to Spot Opportunities Before They Become Challenges
50th Tata Communications Exclusive Webinar Live webinar to attendees on five continents
2017-08-30
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Tomorrow: How to Be More Future Resilient in a Fast-Changing World
Fall Tech Symposium Edina, MN
2017-09-13
Recognizing the Trends Transforming Tomorrow: How to Be More Future Resilient in a Fast-Changing World
"Designer Our Future" Corporate Rebranding Event Williamsburg, VA
2017-09-15
Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow: Recognizing Opportunity in Change
Transformation of a Region 2017 Bangor, ME
2017-10-16
Future Resilient: How to Thrive in a Fast-Changing World
2017 EMBAC Global Conference "Exploring the Next Frontier" Seattle, WA
2017-10-25
Change is Coming: Understanding Relevant Emerging Technologies and Trends
ROG+ Growth & Ownership Strategies Conference 2017 Naples, FL
2017-11-09
Factoring in the Future: How to Capitalize on Trends and Technologies that Could Transform the Industry
2018 International Factoring Association's Senior Executives Meeting Weimea, HI
2018-01-25
Trends Transforming Telecom: Connecting to the Future
2018 Annual Meeting and Expo - Iowa Communications Alliance Des Moines, IA
2018-03-07
Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow: How to be Future Ready in a Fast-Changing World
CE FL Factory Authorized Dealer Meeting Howey-in-the-Hills, FL
2018-04-05
Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow: Recognizing Opportunities Created by Change
67th Annual Meeting of the National Association of Graphic and Product Identification Manufacturers, Inc. Palm Beach, FL
2018-04-13
Building the Future: Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow
54th Annual Associated Schools of Construction's International Conference Minneapolis, MN
2018-04-19
Transitioning into the Future: How to Survive and Thrive in a Fast-Changing World
Private Client - Commercial Sales Meeting Nashville, TN
2018-04-25
Factoring in the Future: How to Capitalize on Trends and Technologies that Could Transform the Industry
Independent Finance and Factoring Roundtable 2018 New Orleans, LA
2018-05-24
Trends & Technologies Reshaping Eastern Maine
Trends & Technologies Reshaping Eastern Maine Bangor, ME
2018-06-05
Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow: How to Recognize Opportunities Created by Change
25th Anniversary Meeting Indianapolis, IN
2018-06-11
Trends Transforming Real Estate: How to Be Future-Ready in a Fast-Changing World
MHA Perspective 2018 St. Paul, MN
2018-06-19
Moving into the Future: Emerging Trends and Technologies that Could Transform Transportation
Tri-State Transit Conference North Conway, NH
2018-09-13
Emerging Trends Transforming Tomorrow: How to Be Future Ready in a Fast-Changing World
Private event - Food Industry La Quinta, CA
2018-09-26
Moving Forward: How to Survive and Thrive in a Fast-Changing Future
Innovations in Transportation Conference Ames, IA
2018-10-09
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
Department of Revenue Annual Leadership Meeting St. Paul, MN
2018-10-29
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
Private Client - Food Production Industry Minneapolis, MN
2018-11-13
Growing in the Future: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
MN Cultivated Wild Rice Council Annual Meeting Grand Rapids, MN
2019-01-08
Trends Transforming Housing: How to Be Future Ready in a Fast-Changing World
BIA EXPO '19 Columbus, OH
2019-01-30
3A Thinking: How to Be More Future-Ready in a Fast Changing World
Business Leaders Breakfast Forum Minneapolis, MN
2019-02-08
The Future of Artificial Intelligence and Hearing Aids
HIA Annual Meeting Washington D.C.
2019-03-05
Recognizing the Technologies and Trends Transforming Factoring
IFA Annual Conference San Diego, CA
2019-04-04
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Commercial Real Estate
Private Client Boise, ID
2019-06-12
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
MCCA Annual Convention Northport, ME
2019-09-27
Connecting the Future: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
Great Lake Connect Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI
2019-10-01
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
Campus Connect Buffalo, NY
2019-10-03
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Investing
Citywire Montevideo Retreat Montevideo, Uruguay
2019-10-10
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Investing
Citywire Professional Buyers West Coast Los Angeles, CA
2019-10-16
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
CIO Toronto Toronto, Ontario, CA
2019-10-24
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Food
IFEC Annual Conference 2019 Madison, WI
2019-10-28
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
CIO San Francisco San Francisco, CA
2019-11-07
Emerging Opportunities: Selling in the Future
2020 NBS Winter Meeting Scottsdale, AZ
2020-01-07
Welcome to the Future: Where We Were, Where We Are, and Where We Are Going
2020 Forum on Construction Law Midwinter Meeting Tucson, AZ
2020-01-23
Using "3A Thinking" to Be More Future-Ready
Minnesota School Bus Safety Expo St. Cloud, MN
2020-01-24
Emerging Opportunities: Trends and Technologies Transforming Tomorrow
CIO Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
2020-02-20
Future-Ready Workforce: Attracting and Managing Digital Natives
Leadership Learning Series Online
2020-09-15
Future-Ready Factoring: Thriving in a Fast-Changing World
Annual Conference Online
2020-09-24
Future-Ready Manufacturing: Thriving in a Fast-Changing World
Rockford Chamber of Commerce Celebration of Manufacturing Online
2020-12-10
Thrive in a Fast-Changing World: From Future Fatigued to Future Ready
Bangor Region Chamber Conference Online (Bangor, ME)
2021-01-28
Emerging Opportunities: Capitalizing on the Trends Transforming Your Industry
Gulf Coast CEO Forum Sarasota, FL
2021-03-10
Emerging Opportunities: Recognizing the Trends and Technologies Transforming Dispute Resolution
2021 AAA Virtual Construction Conference Online
2021-06-10
Future Ready: Emerging Opportunities in a World Full of Risk
2021 Board of Directors Retreat Lake Geneva, WI
2021-08-25
Emerging Opportunities: Capitalizing on the Trends Transforming Your Region
2021 Bend Chamber Impact Conference Bend, OR
2021-09-09
Future Resilient Region
Aroostook County Adaptive Planning Session 1 Caribou, ME
2021-10-12
Future Resilient Region
Washington County Adaptive Planning Session 1 Machias, ME
2021-10-13
Using 3A Thinking to Be More Future Resilient
PTDA 2021 Industry Summit Atlanta, GA
2021-10-22
Future Resilient Region
Aroostook County Adaptive Planning Session 2 Caribou, ME
2021-11-17
Future Resilient Region
Washington County Adaptive Planning Session 2 Machias, ME
2021-11-18
Sample Talks (3)
Using "3A Thinking" to Be More Future-Ready
Futurist Simon J. Anderson spent years developing his "3A Thinking" approach to recognizing and understanding significant emerging trends and technologies. In this keynote, he shares this powerful way of thinking about the future differently. Participants leave this presentation equipped to spot important trends, think about ways that these trends could impact the near future, and with actions that they can take that day to be better positioned to thrive in our fast-moving future.
Emerging Opportunities: Recognizing the Technologies and Trends Transforming Your Industry
This customized keynote takes a thought-provoking look into the near future of your industry. It helps leaders recognize important trends and technologies that are reshaping the industry, and provides new approaches to anticipating the opportunities and challenges that these advancements could create. Topics to be covered include the impact of generational trends, workforce and workplace trends, and a variety of important emerging technologies. Lastly, you will learn specific actions and next steps that you can take right away to make your organization more future-resilient.
Creating an Organizational Culture that Will Survive and Thrive in the Future
Are you experiencing difficulties attracting and retaining Millennial talent? If so, you're not alone. Finding qualified workers who are going to stick around for a while is a chief concern among many executives today. This keynote helps leaders understand how trends and technologies are reshaping the workforce and workplace today. Topics include generational trends, automation, consumer trends, specific emerging technologies.
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