Jason Drew is a serial entrepreneur whose businesses profitably repair the future. For over a decade he has taken ideas and concepts from the natural world and with his vision and drive, turned them into global businesses. Jason is the leading authority on Environmental Capitalism. He inspires audiences using examples... Read more
Jason Drew is a serial entrepreneur whose businesses profitably repair the future. For over a decade he has taken ideas and concepts from the natural world and with his vision and drive, turned them into global businesses.
Jason is the leading authority on Environmental Capitalism. He inspires audiences using examples of fascinating and unexpected businesses many of which he has created, invested in or advised.
He turns accepted business concepts and models upside down as he looks at business today from the perspective of tomorrow.
His current businesses include Stoak Biotechnologies – a company manufacturing sustainable organic oak extracts. These formulations naturally replace chemicals that preserve drink and food and have wound care applications for human and animal health.
Swarm Technology is a CTA hedge fund that harnesses the natural power of the ‘Swarm Intelligence’ of ants to drive profitable systematic commodity trading. Embedded in the Swarm Matrix™ trading program, our technology employs multiple simple agents that interact with each other and only sample the market data once a day. Slow and individually simple systems, but collectively brilliant, the programme performed consistently through the market turmoil of the last 24 months.
Hibocare is re-inventing air filtration using statically charged Graphene filters. Retrofitted to existing building systems or standalone office units remove airborne bacteria as well as viruses from TB to Covid and flu. Achieving this on a single air pass – reduces energy costs and improves public health from offices to public transport and healthcare facilities.
His previous companies include Oxitec a mosquito business as well as AgriProtein a fly business– that was chosen as one of TIME Magazine’s 2018 Genius Companies. This list recognises fifty businesses that the magazine believes are ‘inventing the future’.
His closed systems thinking approach to his own business makes his companies profitable, yet simple and brilliant. Described by Forbes Magazine as ‘Lord of the Flies’ and by Leadership Magazine as one of ‘Africa’s most inspiring green leaders’, he is a realist with a no-nonsense business focused approach to fixing our problems.
Honorary Consul General for Pakistan in South Africa, Jason Drew was also awarded the 2013 United Nations Innovation Prize for Africa and the Clean Equity award by HSH Prince Albert of Monaco.
We cannot all have the material gratification that the industrial revolution promised for all but delivered to so few. The sustainability revolution has started and the industrial era is over. What does the 21st Century hold for humanity?
You can book Jason Drew through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Jason's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Jason Drew'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 Jason tailored to your event.
Jason Drew speaks on Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurs, Future of Work. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Jason to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Jason Drew for events worldwide, subject to Jason's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Jason Drew is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
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 Jason can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Jason Drew 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 Jason can offer.
Jason Drew delivers keynotes in English, French. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Jason Drew's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurs, Future of Work. To get a clear sense of Jason'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.
Jason Drew can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Cities & Environment, Climate, Entrepreneurs, Future of Work is relevant. Details of Jason'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.
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 Jason Drew is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jason Drew, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jason's current availability for your dates.