Sydney | Melbourne

In a time of rapid and relentless change, the real risk for leaders and teams isn’t being unaware of what’s coming – it’s being unable to respond quickly enough.

In this high-impact and practical keynote, award-winning futurist Michael McQueen reveals what it really takes to be future-ready. Drawing on insights from neuroscience and change psychology, he explores the habits and mindset shifts that enable tomorrow-minded leaders stay ahead.

Audiences will discover:

• Why preparation matters more than prediction in becoming future-fit
• How to face uncertainty with clarity and confidence, rather than fear and hesitation
• How to spot and sidestep the common traps that silently sabotage innovation
• A practical gameplan for cultivating curiosity as a competitive advantage

Attendees will leave with a powerful toolkit for staying sharp, agile and ready for whatever tomorrow holds.

Michael McQueen understands what it takes to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Recently ranked #11 among the world’s top futurists, Michael is widely recognized for having his finger on the pulse of change, helping clients ranging from Google to Toyota and Mastercard navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of the curve.

A bestselling author of 10 books, Michael’s latest release was named by Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Grant as one of the top five must-read new leadership books. He is a sought-after media commentator, with his insights regularly featured in Forbes, The Guardian, and CNN.

Having presented to over 500,000 people across five continents since 2004, Michael is a familiar face on the international conference circuit, having shared the stage with the likes of Mel Robbins and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.

Formerly named Australia’s Keynote Speaker of the Year, Michael has also been inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame.