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World Creativity and Innovation Day
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Keynote Speaker
Duncan Wardle
Former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney
Popular talks
- Working in harmony with AI
- Embedding a culture of innovation & creativity into everyone’s DNA
- The magic of storytelling
- Delivering customer experience magic
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Talks
Popular talks by Duncan Wardle
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Working in harmony with AI
Poised to replace millions of jobs, it’s easy to view AI as the enemy. But what if instead we embraced Artificial Intelligence as the key to unlocking our true creative potential?
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Embedding a culture of innovation & creativity into everyone’s DNA
As Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney for the last decade Duncan learned that there is a huge gap in the market. CEO’s everywhere would look to us – The World’s Most Creative Company – for guidance on how to create a culture of innovation, and provide their organization…
As Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney for the last decade Duncan learned that there is a huge gap in the market. CEO’s everywhere would look to us – The World’s Most Creative Company – for guidance on how to create a culture of innovation, and provide their organization with the tools needed to leverage their most important asset: their people.
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The magic of storytelling
Every single day, millions upon millions of influential Millennial and Generation Z consumers begin their day in the exact same place: Instagram Stories. Duncan will empower your audience the tools they need to leverage the magic of storytelling, and lead with purpose. Tools that will not only help your brand…
Every single day, millions upon millions of influential Millennial and Generation Z consumers begin their day in the exact same place: Instagram Stories.
Duncan will empower your audience the tools they need to leverage the magic of storytelling, and lead with purpose. Tools that will not only help your brand resonate with new, hard-to-reach generations of consumers, but with employees as well. Because purpose isn’t just important for consumers it’s important for all stakeholders of your business. -
Delivering customer experience magic
Disney’s ability to redefine and dominate nearly every industry it has ever entered is no coincidence. The continued success of Disney has been driven by a foundational trait of the company that goes all the way back to it’s founder, Walt Disney, who was merciless in his pursuit of innovating…
Disney’s ability to redefine and dominate nearly every industry it has ever entered is no coincidence. The continued success of Disney has been driven by a foundational trait of the company that goes all the way back to it’s founder, Walt Disney, who was merciless in his pursuit of innovating the customer experience.
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Design thinking for Innovation
This 1-day workshop is an immersive program that teaches teams how to create an “innovation light switch” within their organization. One that can be turned on at any moment to access creative problem solving and innovative new ideas. Specifically designed to address the 5 biggest obstacles to innovation and creativity…
This 1-day workshop is an immersive program that teaches teams how to create an “innovation light switch” within their organization. One that can be turned on at any moment to access creative problem solving and innovative new ideas.
Specifically designed to address the 5 biggest obstacles to innovation and creativity in the workplace, workshop participants aren’t just told what needs to be done… they are given the chance to actually do. People learn by doing, not by listening! Participants take on a challenge using core Design Thinking principles to help them Think Different, and they then deliver innovative ideas that are embedded in core consumer truths, resulting in significant business results.
Biography
About Duncan Wardle
As Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Duncan and his team helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks to innovate, creating magical new storylines and experiences.
He now brings his extensive Disney expertise to audiences around the world using a unique approach to Design Thinking, helping people capture unlikely connections, leading to fresh thinking and disruptive ideas.
Delivering a series of keynotes, workshops and ideation forums, his unique Innovation toolkit helps companies embed a culture of innovation into everyone’s DNA.
Duncan is a multiple TED speaker and contributor to Fast Company, Forbes & the Harvard Business Review. He teaches innovation Master Classes at Yale, Harvard, and Edinburgh University.
Testimonials
What clients say about Duncan Wardle
"One of the best presentations i’ve ever heard. you really opened my mind and I just want to thank you!"
"Look no further than Duncan for one of the best investments you will ever make in your business."
"Thank you for giving us the tools to set us up for change, innovation and success."
"Duncan’s ideas and activities around innovation are methods we still use in our creative brainstorming exercises and have resulted in much richer results."
"I attended your session in the transform to succeed program. it was an amazing to experience and understand the power of creativity."
"You inspired me and took part in reassuring me how much I do believe in “magic” and the real possibilities of turning your passions into a business model."
"Duncan Wardle has a unique way of connecting with an audience and challenging them to approach creativity in a radically different approach. Considering that many of the people in the audience are creative people by nature and job description, that is fairly remarkable. Duncan’s insights and sense of humor keep the audience engaged from start to finish."
"Your webinar at Citi was brilliant, one of the best-spent hour in my adult life."
How to book Duncan Wardle
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Duncan Wardle for a keynote speech?
You can book Duncan Wardle through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Duncan's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Duncan Wardle's speaking fees?
Duncan Wardle'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 Duncan tailored to your event.
What topics does Duncan Wardle speak about?
Duncan Wardle speaks on Customer Experience, Learning, Marketing, Strategy, Teamwork. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Duncan to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Duncan Wardle available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Duncan Wardle for events worldwide, subject to Duncan'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 Duncan Wardle 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 Duncan Wardle 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 Duncan Wardle?
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 Duncan can accommodate.
Can Duncan Wardle tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Duncan Wardle 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 Duncan can offer.
What languages does Duncan Wardle present in?
Duncan Wardle 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 Duncan Wardle a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Duncan Wardle's areas of expertise include Customer Experience, Learning, Marketing, Strategy, Teamwork. To get a clear sense of Duncan'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 Duncan Wardle speak at?
Duncan Wardle can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Customer Experience, Learning, Marketing, Strategy, Teamwork is relevant. Details of Duncan'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 Duncan Wardle 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 Duncan Wardle is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Duncan Wardle?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Duncan Wardle, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Duncan's current availability for your dates.
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