element14’s “Top Tech Voices” first series concludes with episode focused on ‘Technology of the Future’
Conversation in this episode covers ‘What awaits us in the coming decade?
The sixth and final episode in this series of element14’s “Top Tech Voices” series features William Higham, a renowned behavioural futurist and a sought-after speaker who is a global authority on future business strategy.
Higham’s handbook on consumer trends, The Next Big Thing: Spotting and Forecasting Consumer Trends for Profit, has been a highly influential resource for business strategists worldwide for more than 15 years. His presentations, from Financial Times conferences to Netflix’s 'Future Of' series, have inspired and equipped audiences around the world with forward-thinking strategies.
element14 President, Rebeca Obregon, said, “William’s innovative marketing campaigns for the likes of Sony and Universal highlight his success in helping businesses large and small deliver impactful results. His presentations are well known for connecting with audiences on a personal level, he is joining us at precisely the right moment as we all work to adjust to a new and rapidly evolving technological landscape.”
Higham will guide participants through how trends work, how to spot them, and how to use that knowledge to gain a competitive advantage. More specifically, Higham will discuss
the impact of new technology on consumers and the threats, as well as opportunities, that it creates for businesses
Hosted by award-winning Engineering Strategist Georgia Lewis Anderson, Higham shares his expertise on:
- Technologies expected to have the most significant impact in the long term and how to prepare and adapt for that impact
- AI’s role in reshaping the workforce of the future and how individuals can prepare for a rapidly changing technological landscape
- The role of consumers in driving the demand for sustainable products
- Advancements in connectivity and whether they will continue to impact remote collaboration with a nod to ensuring equitable access to advanced connectivity
- Advancements in cybersecurity and how businesses can protect their sensitive data.
- Biotechnology that could revolutionise healthcare
- The skills that will be most valuable for workers in an evolving, tech-driven economy
- Cultural trends and behaviours that are expected to emerge and take root in the next decade
The sixth episode of Top Tech Voices can be viewed by clicking this link. Up-to-date information about previous episodes in the Top Tech Voices series, further dates, times and topics can also be found via the link.
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