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Keynote SpeakerRoger Spitz

World-leading authority on strategic foresight, sustainable futures, and transformative change

Roger Spitz, a pioneering futurist and the mind behind ‘Techistentialism,’ is revolutionizing strategic foresight and systems innovation. As President of Techistential and Chair of the Disruptive Futures Institute in San Francisco, he empowers global leaders to navigate systemic disruption and create sustainable value. Drawn from his experience at the intersection... Read more

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Inspired & Empowered to Drive Change - Catalyzing Positive Tipping Points through Agency, Foresight, and Storytelling
Become Visionary to See The Future - Change Is Slow, Until It Isn’t: Anticipating Unpredictable Futures
Upgrade Human Decision-Making in The Age of AI - The Future of AI and Decision-Making in an Era of Systemic Disruption
Drive Systems Innovation & Greenaissance - Anticipatory Leadership: Harnessing Disruption for Sustainable Value Creation
Invent Hybrid Futures - The Next Chapter of Digital Disruption: Industries Blur, New Fields Emerge

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Biography

Roger’s distinguished career also spans investment banking and venture capital. He led Global Technology M&A at BNP Paribas, advising on over 50 transactions worth $25 billion, and built the bank’s M&A business in San Francisco and its European Technology & Digital Corporate Finance practices. He is a Venture Partner at Vektor Partners and an advisor to Berkeley SkyDeck’s fund.

A bestselling author, Roger wrote ‘Disrupt With Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World’ and the acclaimed four-volume series ‘The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption’. His frameworks are adopted globally, appearing in top publications like the Journal of Futures Studies, MIT Technology Review, the Global Peter Drucker Forum, and Fast Company. Roger is frequently featured in the media, lectures at leading global institutions, and advises the World Economic Forum’s Global Foresight Network.

A leader in climate foresight, Roger serves on the board of Lux Carbon Standard (Brazil’s first carbon credit certifier) and founded the DFI Nature & Climate Academy to equip leaders for the energy transition. Credited with coining the term ‘Techistentialism’, he is also recognized for his work on the future of strategic decision-making and artificial intelligence.

Roger holds a Master’s in Finance from Durham University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Bilingual in English and French, he has lived across three continents, bridging cultures and disciplines in his approach to global challenges.

“Masterfully equips decision-makers for the steep slopes, crevasses and hazards of the world’s fast-changing environments.” Benedikt Böhm, Oberalp Executive Board, Dynafit CEO & Extreme Ski Mountaineer

“A roadmap to visionary leadership.” Michael J. Keegan, IBM Center for The Business of Government, Leadership Fellow

“Roger brought groundbreaking insights on how leaders can navigate our unpredictable world by embracing disruption, rather than fearing it.” Fabiana Calvinisti, Volcano Innovation Summit, COO & Head of Speakers

“Roger is always incredibly enlightening, contributing deep insights on the future of boards and anticipatory governance.” Valeria Café, Instituto Brasileiro de Governança Corporativa (IBGC), CEO

“His frameworks for analyzing innovation are extremely helpful, extremely valuable.” Alan Riddell, KPMG, Partner & Head of Deal Advisory

“We just received Roger Spitz, a world-leading authority in foresight… It is great to count on Roger to help us build our foresight capabilities.” Olivier Desbiey, AXA, Head of Foresight

“Undoubtedly the most innovative and thought-provoking speeches I have ever heard.” Arno Krug, Maple Bear Global Schools CEO & Grupo SEB MD

“Roger’s deep insights are very impactful, combining unique perspectives with deep knowledge of AI.” Abhivardhan, Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law, Chair

“Roger is an invaluable source of wisdom for SkyDeck’s startup founders, translating complex ideas into clear, tangible strategies.” Sibyl Chen, UC Berkeley SkyDeck, General Manager

“Roger’s talk was nothing short of exceptional. His ability to distill complex concepts into actionable steps is truly commendable.” Gabriel Levesque-Tremblay, Orbillion, Founder & Board Member

Popular Talks by Roger Spitz

Inspired & Empowered to Drive Change - Catalyzing Positive Tipping Points through Agency, Foresight, and Storytelling
Many efforts to address our global crises rely on grim narratives that emphasize a bleak future if we fail to act. Yet, we often neglect the power of optimistic narratives – those that highlight informed opportunities to drive positive transformation. In this inspiring keynote, we will explore how agency, storytelling,...

Many efforts to address our global crises rely on grim narratives that emphasize a bleak future if we fail to act. Yet, we often neglect the power of optimistic narratives – those that highlight informed opportunities to drive positive transformation. In this inspiring keynote, we will explore how agency, storytelling, and systems thinking are powerful tools that can create impactful pathways toward transformative tipping points. Humanity stands at a crossroads. As Roger Spitz puts it, “Everything in our world is constantly evolving – except our organizations, strategies, and governance structures.” Drawing on insights from Disrupt with Impact, Roger’s bestselling book, we’ll explore the power of informed optimism in shaping the futures. The audience will leave with practical frameworks for embracing uncertainty and using storytelling to create virtuous inflection points that catalyze transformation across systems.
Become Visionary to See The Future - Change Is Slow, Until It Isn’t: Anticipating Unpredictable Futures
The future of prediction is not about AI or data, but imagination. In a world where disruption has become a steady state, it’s time to rethink the fundamentals of underlying change. Welcome to the end of trends. To contrast metatrends, Roger Spitz introduces the concept of “metaruption,” a multidimensional family...

The future of prediction is not about AI or data, but imagination. In a world where disruption has become a steady state, it’s time to rethink the fundamentals of underlying change. Welcome to the end of trends. To contrast metatrends, Roger Spitz introduces the concept of “metaruption,” a multidimensional family of systemic disruptions that cause widespread effects, including shifts in the notion of disruption itself. We’ll also examine why predictions fall short in today’s UN-VICE environment (UNknown, Volatile, Intersecting, Complex, and Exponential). Rather than chasing fleeting trends, the audience will learn to prioritize signals over noise and embrace foresight. Together, we will explore uncharted waters with a compass calibrated for the unpredictable.
Upgrade Human Decision-Making in The Age of AI - The Future of AI and Decision-Making in an Era of Systemic Disruption
Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing into domains once considered exclusively human. While we’ve long excelled at decision-making, our advantage may be waning. As Roger Spitz explores through his concept of “Techistentialism,” our very existence and decision-making are being fundamentally reshaped by technology. Automation, cognification, decentralization, digitization, and virtualization are altering...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing into domains once considered exclusively human. While we’ve long excelled at decision-making, our advantage may be waning. As Roger Spitz explores through his concept of “Techistentialism,” our very existence and decision-making are being fundamentally reshaped by technology. Automation, cognification, decentralization, digitization, and virtualization are altering every aspect of our lives. How can humans enhance their capabilities to remain relevant as AI advances? What higher-level functions are machines now capable of, and how quickly are they learning? What strategies can we adopt to thrive in a world where AI increasingly influences decision-making? You’ll leave this keynote with actionable tools and a mindset shift to thrive in a future where human cognition and AI are inseparable.
Drive Systems Innovation & Greenaissance - Anticipatory Leadership: Harnessing Disruption for Sustainable Value Creation
How can you leverage our deeply uncertain, complex, and disruptive world to create sustainable value? Systemic disruptions will redistribute trillions of dollars, presenting opportunities for immense value creation. Those who cling to business as usual will face value destruction. Disruption’s impact hinges on your perspective, preparation, and the timing of your...

How can you leverage our deeply uncertain, complex, and disruptive world to create sustainable value? Systemic disruptions will redistribute trillions of dollars, presenting opportunities for immense value creation. Those who cling to business as usual will face value destruction. Disruption’s impact hinges on your perspective, preparation, and the timing of your response. As such, Roger Spitz introduces his renowned AAA Framework, which equips leaders to build Antifragile foundations, develop an Anticipatory mindset, and leverage Agility to bridge short-term actions with long-term goals. Participants will learn how the true power of innovation lies not in its ability to disrupt, but in its potential to inspire and unlock new possibilities. This session will provide actionable insights and frameworks to harness disruption as a springboard for creating sustainable value.
Invent Hybrid Futures - The Next Chapter of Digital Disruption: Industries Blur, New Fields Emerge
The boundaries between industries are rapidly dissolving and spilling over. From agriculture to construction, sectors are converging, fusing, and transforming. Previously separate verticals now collaborate within new ecosystems, defying traditional classifications. The futures are hybrid; in this liminal world, there are no industry boundaries. Known for his unique keynote talks, Roger...

The boundaries between industries are rapidly dissolving and spilling over. From agriculture to construction, sectors are converging, fusing, and transforming. Previously separate verticals now collaborate within new ecosystems, defying traditional classifications. The futures are hybrid; in this liminal world, there are no industry boundaries. Known for his unique keynote talks, Roger Spitz blends exclusive research and insights from the Disruptive Futures Institute, with real-world case studies from his strategic foresight practice, Techistential. This impactful presentation will help leaders, investors, and analysts adopt new perspectives to evaluate companies and industries. Through the Disruptive Thinking Canvas™, Roger provides a practical roadmap to imagine, invent, and prototype the futures we want, where the magic happens as industries converge and new fields emerge.