Brian Solis
Transform digital disruption into business opportunity with Brian Solis, digital futurist and innovation strategist. Brian equips leaders with actionable frameworks for digital transformation and future-ready leadership. Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow, bestselling author, and recognized by Forbes as "one of the more brilliant business minds of our time."
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As Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow and author of nine bestsellers, including the USAToday bestseller "Mindshift," Brian has published over 60 research reports examining future business trends. Forbes recognized him as "one of the more creative and brilliant business minds of our time."
Brian's insights empower organizations to anticipate technological disruptions rather than merely respond to them. He identifies emerging consumer behaviors and digital trends, then develops frameworks that help companies transform their operations, culture, and leadership approaches to thrive amid constant change. His research-backed methodologies have guided Fortune 500 companies through digital transformation initiatives that deliver measurable results.
Audiences leave Brian's presentations with practical tools to assess their organization's innovation readiness, strategies to build more adaptive business models, and techniques to foster the mindset shifts necessary for sustained growth in disruptive environments. His approach balances technological understanding with human-centered design thinking.
Book Brian to give your team the foresight and practical frameworks needed to transform disruption into opportunity in an increasingly complex business landscape.
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In his insightful talk, Brian Solis emphasizes that the greatest risk for leaders in the AI era is relying on familiar strategies rather than embracing innovation. He argues that organizations often focus on automation, which limits AI's potential to merely cut costs. Instead, Solis advocates for augmentation, using AI to unlock new possibilities and redefine industries. Attendees will learn to view AI as a tool for innovation, gain inspiration to think bigger, adopt a people-first approach, and discover actionable strategies for leading transformative change.
In his keynote, futurist and best-selling author Brian Solis discusses the rapid rise of generative AI since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. He emphasizes that leaders must adapt to a post-digital-transformation era where AI is the norm, not the goal. Brian outlines how to cultivate an AI-first mindset, reassess decision-making, and embrace new opportunities and challenges. Attendees will learn to reimagine their organizations for future growth and innovation in an AI-driven world.
In an AI-first world, leadership and business model innovation are becoming exponential. Brian Solis highlights how generative AI is reshaping businesses, distinguishing early adopters from others. Drawing from extensive research, he presents a practical AI Maturity Model to guide organizations in adopting AI effectively. Attendees will learn how to avoid the automation trap, prioritize AI-driven initiatives, and shift mindsets towards augmentation. Brian will also explore new roles and models that support AI maturity, unlocking potential for innovation and growth.
In this session, Brian Solis discusses how Digital Darwinism is rapidly transforming markets and behaviors. He emphasizes the urgency for businesses to adapt by overcoming legacy management, rigid processes, and risk-averse cultures. Attendees will learn how to avoid common pitfalls faced by incumbent companies, foster next-generation leadership, and cultivate a culture of innovation. Brian will also highlight the importance of collaboration, new skills, and embracing creativity to ensure businesses remain relevant and future-proofed against disruption.
Brian Solis highlights that digital transformation must be paired with business model innovation to avoid stagnation. He highlights the accelerating pace of innovation and the importance of adapting to emerging trends. As a leading digital and business futurist, Brian collaborates with teams to tailor insights that address industry challenges and opportunities. Attendees will learn how to navigate consumer trends, leverage technology, and implement best practices from innovative leaders to shape their organization's future.
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