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David Houle - Futurist Keynote SpeakerDavid Houle is a sought after keynote speaker about the future and global trends. He has keynoted numerous conferences, spoken to corporate retreats in the U.S. and internationally, and regularly presents to groups of CEOs across North America. All speeches deal with mega concepts that provoke audiences to think about the future and what may lie ahead. David very much likes to follow up speeches with extended Q&A and discussions and to act as a catalyst for thinking about the future as it may pertain to a specific group or company.David has recently won a prestigious award for his speaking from Vistage International the worlds leading CEO organization. Here are brief descriptions of his five most popular topics: "The Shift Age” This is Houle's signature speech. He identifies and explains the new age we have entered. After taking a quick look back at the span of human history, he focuses in on the past 20 years and the transformative changes that have taken place. He then identifies the dynamics that are shaping our world now and will be for the next 10-20 years. The Shift Age will be one of the most transformative and exciting times in the history of humanity. Houle leaves us with suggestions for how to prepare for and adapt to this new age. A big picture speech that is pertinent for any group or organization. "Trends 2009-2020" A look at the trends that are and will be affecting and changing our world until the year 2020. Looking at the areas of technology, the work place, health care and medicine, geopolitics and economics and energy, this presentation highlights some of the developments and incredible coming innovations that will dramatically alter our lives. Houle identifies the primary transformations humanity will face in the 2010-2020 decade. This is a very popular, thought provoking and mind expanding presentation that will put into context all the disruptions and transformations we are experiencing. "The Next 20 Years: A Time of Great Transformation" Houle, in this, his newest presentation combines elements of "The Shift Age" and "Trends" to provide the audience with a look at the new age humanity is entering and what it means. He provides a visionary look ahead to some of the transformational trends and changes rushing toward us. He presents why the next ten years might well be one of the most significant times in all human history. "Future Energy Trends" Houle puts global warming in perspective as to how it should be viewed and the opportunity it represents. Having collaborated and interacted with some of the greatest energy scientists in the world today,Houle presents a vision of what the global and domestic future of energy can be and what it might look like. Predictions are presented with timelines and discussions of the transformation of energy that is ahead. This presentation is high level, informative and a visionary view of one of the most profound issues facing humanity. "Leading with Vision: Being Slightly Ahead of the Curve” Houle defines what leading with vision means. He gives personal and public examples of leading with vision and how those leaders changed the world, changed a business, changed a market. He explains why it is important to be slightly ahead of the curve as opposed to any other place in the curve, be it a curve of innovation, historical inevitability or just a new product category. This speech emphasizes vision, leadership and how they can create unparalleled motivation on the part of those who embrace and follow visionary leadership. Testimonials "David is a brilliant futurist and fascinating speaker. His view of the world today relative to how it will evolve over the next 15-20 years is based in fact, history, and reason. He is a "must hear” as a speaker and "do hire” as a futurist and strategist.” – Jim Gabalski, Director of Strategy Services, Emerge Partners "David delivered a thought provoking presentation at our Annual Meeting that gave our members a glimpse of where energy will come from in the future and how these new energy sources will impact residences and businesses. His presentation was professional and captivating and his relaxed style encouraged participation. My only regret is that we ran out of time to answer all the questions. He created quite the buzz!" - Terri Long, Director of Communications and Meetings, North American Millers' Association "David is a marvelous keynote speaker! He launched our three day conference, offering the perfect message and setting the right tone for our program. You can’t go wrong with David Houle.” – Deborah Tysinski, University Continuing Education Association Regional Conference Chair "David Houle’s keynote presentation at the 2007 Global Marketing Summit was one of the highlights of the conference. It was timely, informative, educational and highly provocative, pushing us all to reflect on this new transformational landscape, and how this ‘shift’ impacts the way we market our products and services. " – Bappa Choudhury, VP Siemens "I arrived at Mills College to hear David Houle’s keynote address "Leading with Vision” and soon found the evening transformed. It was magical and took on a life of its own. David’s ability to stimulate interactive conversation with the audience generated a level of creative energy in the room that I have never experienced before in this type of setting.” – Gary Gyorkos, University of California, Santa Cruz |
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