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This Week In Events #8 – Maria Franzoni, James Taylor & Jim Carroll
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Keynote Speaker
Jim Carroll
Futurist, Author & Keynote Speaker on AI, Emerging Technology, Innovation and Leadership
Popular talks
- The Opportunity Horizon: What Changes Next in Your Industry, and What to Do About It
- The AI Acceleration Advantage: What AI Changes in Your Industry, Your Workforce and Your Competitive Model
- Lead at the Speed of Change: Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast
- Being Unique: Why the Odd One Out Gets to the Future Faster
Talks
Popular talks by Jim Carroll
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The Opportunity Horizon: What Changes Next in Your Industry, and What to Do About It
In a world of relentless change, the greatest risk is not disruption itself – it is failing to see the next wave early enough. Jim cuts through the noise to identify the critical forces that will define the next decade of the client’s industry: AI, economic volatility, supply-chain reinvention, genomics,…
In a world of relentless change, the greatest risk is not disruption itself – it is failing to see the next wave early enough. Jim cuts through the noise to identify the critical forces that will define the next decade of the client’s industry: AI, economic volatility, supply-chain reinvention, genomics, workforce transformation and other sector-specific shifts. The keynote moves beyond trend spotting to a practical framework for identifying transformative opportunity, mitigating emerging risk and aligning strategy to what is coming next. Every version is rebuilt around the sector in the room, whether manufacturing, financial services, insurance, healthcare, agriculture, retail or another industry.
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The AI Acceleration Advantage: What AI Changes in Your Industry, Your Workforce and Your Competitive Model
This is not a keynote about AI in the abstract. It is about what AI changes in the client’s business. Jim translates generative AI, machine intelligence and automation into a clear view of their impact on the industry’s economics, operating model, workforce, customer experience and competitive structure. He also addresses…
This is not a keynote about AI in the abstract. It is about what AI changes in the client’s business. Jim translates generative AI, machine intelligence and automation into a clear view of their impact on the industry’s economics, operating model, workforce, customer experience and competitive structure. He also addresses the Acceleration Paradox: the future is increasingly won not by what a team knows now, but by how quickly it learns what it needs to know next. The result is a practical roadmap for moving from experimentation to real operating advantage, closing skills gaps and using people and technology together as an engine for growth.
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Lead at the Speed of Change: Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast
Speed has become a defining competitive advantage, yet many organizations remain slowed by uncertainty, legacy thinking and fear of disruption. Jim turns that challenge into a practical leadership playbook for building agile, resilient and high-performing teams. Drawing on lessons from organizations that moved decisively through difficult economic periods, he shows…
Speed has become a defining competitive advantage, yet many organizations remain slowed by uncertainty, legacy thinking and fear of disruption. Jim turns that challenge into a practical leadership playbook for building agile, resilient and high-performing teams. Drawing on lessons from organizations that moved decisively through difficult economic periods, he shows leaders how to make faster decisions, lead through ambiguity, unlock the creative potential inside their teams and use volatility as an opportunity to transform. The keynote is grounded in his Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast framework and the leadership lessons of Dancing in the Rain.
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Being Unique: Why the Odd One Out Gets to the Future Faster
AI has given everyone access to many of the same tools, data and increasingly similar ideas. The strategic danger is sameness. In a fast-moving world, organizations that think like everyone else tend to arrive at the future at the same time as everyone else – which is often too late.…
AI has given everyone access to many of the same tools, data and increasingly similar ideas. The strategic danger is sameness. In a fast-moving world, organizations that think like everyone else tend to arrive at the future at the same time as everyone else – which is often too late. This provocative keynote makes the case that differentiation, curiosity and constructive nonconformity are now hard-edged business advantages. Jim reframes uniqueness as an acceleration strategy: the quality AI cannot commoditize, and a powerful route to original thinking, stronger culture and competitive edge. The keynote is based on his 2026 book Being Unique.
Biography
About Jim Carroll
Jim Carroll knows your industry before he walks onstage.
For more than three decades, futurist, author and keynote speaker Jim Carroll has helped leaders understand what comes next – and what to do about it. His work is built around a simple idea: the future is not generic, so a keynote about the future should not be generic either. Jim combines long-term foresight with intensive, current research into the client, the audience, the industry and the strategic issues in the room. The result is actionable foresight: insight that is researched, relevant and designed to move people toward better decisions.
That depth of customization has become one of the defining characteristics of his work. Jim has delivered more than 2,000 keynotes to over 2 million people worldwide, working across manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, insurance and financial services, agriculture and food, energy and utilities, construction and infrastructure, retail and consumer products, technology, education and many other sectors.
Jim has brought that approach to organizations including NASA, The Walt Disney Company, Pfizer, Mercedes-Benz, The World Bank, Microsoft, the PGA of America, Johnson & Johnson, SAP and hundreds of others. His assignments have ranged from exploring the future of space and scientific discovery for NASA, to innovation and creativity for Disney, the future of healthcare and medical science for Pfizer, economic development and manufacturing for The World Bank, and accelerating industry transformation for leadership teams around the world.
Artificial intelligence is now a major part of that work, but Jim’s approach is deliberately broader than a generic AI presentation. He connects AI to the actual operating reality of the client’s sector: products, workflows, risk, skills, customer behaviour, business models, scientific acceleration, automation and competitive advantage. The same technology can produce radically different outcomes in insurance, agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing or energy, and his keynotes are built to reflect those differences.
Jim works equally well on major conference stages and in smaller CEO, CxO, board and senior leadership sessions. His style is fast, visual, energetic and practical, with an emphasis on translating complexity into a clear strategic story. He is frequently brought in when an organization needs to challenge old assumptions, understand the velocity of change, identify emerging opportunity, build leadership agility or make sense of the collision between AI, technology, science, workforce change and business disruption.
His authority on innovation and future trends has been recognized globally. BusinessWeek named him one of four leading sources for insight on creativity and innovation, and he was a featured expert on CNBC’s prime-time series The Business of Innovation. His work has been covered by the BBC, Reuters, The Wall Street Journal and other international media. He is the author of numerous books, including Being Unique, Dancing in the Rain, Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast and The Future Belongs to Those Who Are Fast.
Testimonials
What clients say about Jim Carroll
“We invited Jim in to give us an assessment of how our industry will change over the next 10 years. We have never seen a more compelling, concise - and motivating - assessment!”
“Wow! That’s all I can say. Thank you for coming in on short notice, and thank you for providing one of the most concise overviews of the future of the broadcasting industries that I have ever seen!”
“On behalf of the entire Innovative Technology Partnerships Office, thank you for your engaging and thought-provoking presentation at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. From the feedback we have received, the event was a great success. Thank you for sharing your insight and expertise with us!”
“We were extremely pleased with Jim’s presentation... the content was bang-on and would hopefully prompt people to think about the rapidity of change going on in our world! Jim’s storytelling approach really helps to get his points across! He did a great job!”
“An amazing ability to put into perspective the trends and reality of the transformation of the transportation industry. We’ve heard a lot of speakers on the hype involving the industry, but have never seen one put into perspective the future in such a fun, motivating but most important, strategic fashion. Extremely well done!!”
“An outstanding presentation for an industry and association that falls on its traditions so often. We learned that our tradition should not be something that holds us back, but rather the launching pad for innovation for the future. Thanks Jim for your thought provoking presentation!”
How to book Jim Carroll
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Jim Carroll for a keynote speech?
You can book Jim Carroll through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Jim's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Jim Carroll's speaking fees?
Jim Carroll'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 Jim tailored to your event.
What topics does Jim Carroll speak about?
Jim Carroll speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Change, Future, Future of Work, Global Trends. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Jim to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Jim Carroll available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Jim Carroll for events worldwide, subject to Jim'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 Jim Carroll 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 Jim Carroll 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 Jim Carroll?
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 Jim can accommodate.
Can Jim Carroll tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Jim Carroll 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 Jim can offer.
What languages does Jim Carroll present in?
Jim Carroll 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 Jim Carroll a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Jim Carroll's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Change, Future, Future of Work, Global Trends. To get a clear sense of Jim'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 Jim Carroll speak at?
Jim Carroll 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, Change, Future, Future of Work, Global Trends is relevant. Details of Jim'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 Jim Carroll 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 Jim Carroll is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Jim Carroll?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Jim Carroll, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Jim's current availability for your dates.
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