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The Ethical Futurists
Award-winning experts, keynote speakers, podcast hosts and corporate advisors on a mission to help people and organizations think and act more ethically and sustainably
Popular talks
- Ethical Futurism™: Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Business
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Popular talks by The Ethical Futurists
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Ethical Futurism™: Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Business
How we do business is evolving as we face a climate and sustainability crisis. Meanwhile workplaces are transforming through diversity and inclusion. Industries are being disrupted by artificial intelligence and robotics. The future depends on what we do in the present but it depends on making the right choices. In…
How we do business is evolving as we face a climate and sustainability crisis. Meanwhile workplaces are transforming through diversity and inclusion. Industries are being disrupted by artificial intelligence and robotics. The future depends on what we do in the present but it depends on making the right choices.
In this inspiring, entertaining and highly visual co-keynote they will take you on a journey to discover how the world’s most ethical companies are transforming their industries and achieving sustainable growth.
The audience will learn:
– The link between sustainability, business ethics, company culture, and trust.
– How exponential technologies can help organisations achieve their sustainability goals.
– How to develop and implement technologies like AI in an ethical way.
– Why ethics are increasingly important from the boardroom to the customer.
– How to develop your own Ethical Purpose Statement™ to make a positive impact in the world.
Biography
About The Ethical Futurists
Alison Burns and James Taylor are The Ethical Futurist™, award-winning experts, keynote speakers, podcast hosts and corporate advisors on a mission to help people and organizations think and act more ethically and sustainably.
Alison Burns LL.B Dip LP NP FRSA, is an award-winning performer, keynote speaker and expert in business ethics, sustainability and ethical leadership. For over 30 years, she has been a trailblazer in the fields of engineering, entertainment, technology and the law. Today as an Ethical Futurist™ she helps organisations and individuals think and act more ethically through her entertaining and inspiring keynote speeches on sustainability, environment, ESG, future trends, the ethical implications of technology.
James Taylor MBA FRSA – who started his career managing high profile rock stars – is now an in-demand keynote speaker and internationally recognized leader in business creativity, innovation, sustainability and artificial intelligence. For over 20 years, he has been advising CEO’s, entrepreneurs, educators, governments, leaders, writers and rockstars on how to build innovative organizations, unlock creative potential, and increase productivity.
Testimonials
What clients say about The Ethical Futurists
“The event exceeded everyone’s expectations and The Ethical Futurists methodology played a key role in delivering a greatly inspiring experience. The 350+ participants were excited and thrilled about the team-building brainstorming sessions that generated an impressive number of new ideas and insights on the key topics that will lead the future of our company: Sustainability, Innovation, and People.”
“We would like to emphasize how successful The Ethical Futurists have been in taking the inspiring keynote speeches to an outstanding level and increasing the quality level of the event thanks to their high professionalism.”
“This was the highlight of the event! They were fantastic in framing a lot of the issues and getting everyone excited about the conference!”
“Your keynote was authentic, inspirational and entertaining, truly engaging the audience from the beginning. Participants and customers provided us with many delighted comments.”
“Easy to work with, powerful content, and dynamic, engaging speaker. What more can you ask for in a keynote?”
"In my 20 years of planning ABPM Conferences and working with keynotes to help them understand our unique audience, I've never seen a keynote prepare at the level James did. All that preparation showed during his keynote; it was full of relevant and entertaining stories as well as highly visually engaging. Our members were blown away."
How to book The Ethical Futurists
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book The Ethical Futurists for a keynote speech?
You can book The Ethical Futurists through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with The Ethical's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are The Ethical Futurists's speaking fees?
The Ethical Futurists's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for The Ethical tailored to your event.
What topics does The Ethical Futurists speak about?
The Ethical Futurists speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Future of Work, Sustainability, Technology, Transformation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with The Ethical to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is The Ethical Futurists available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book The Ethical Futurists for events worldwide, subject to The Ethical's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Does The Ethical Futurists deliver virtual or online keynotes?
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether The Ethical Futurists is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
How long is a typical keynote by The Ethical Futurists?
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what The Ethical can accommodate.
Can The Ethical Futurists tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief The Ethical Futurists on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what The Ethical can offer.
What languages does The Ethical Futurists present in?
The Ethical Futurists delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
What makes The Ethical Futurists a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
The Ethical Futurists's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Future of Work, Sustainability, Technology, Transformation. To get a clear sense of The Ethical's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
What kind of events can The Ethical Futurists speak at?
The Ethical Futurists can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Future of Work, Sustainability, Technology, Transformation is relevant. Details of The Ethical's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Does The Ethical Futurists offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what The Ethical Futurists is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book The Ethical Futurists?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with The Ethical Futurists, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check The Ethical's current availability for your dates.
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