Ross Dawson

Ross Dawson is a globally renowned futurist, keynote speaker and bestselling author who helps leaders and organisations navigate disruption and thrive in a fast-changing world.

Ross Dawson is a globally recognised futurist, keynote speaker, strategy advisor, bestselling author and entrepreneur. Known for his ability to make sense of our rapidly changing world, Ross helps leaders and organisations anticipate the future and thrive amid disruption.

In demand across the globe, Ross has delivered keynotes and strategy workshops in more than 30 countries on six continents, working with clients such as American Express, Google, Microsoft, PwC, Coca-Cola, Citibank, Oracle, Visa, Procter & Gamble, Walmart and many other leading organisations. He is Founding Chairman of the Advanced Human Technologies Group of companies and Founder of Bondi Innovation.

Ross is the author of five acclaimed books, including his most recent release Thriving on Overload: The 5 Powers for Success in a World of Exponential Information, praised for its insights on navigating the age of information. His earlier works include Living Networks—credited by The New York Times with predicting the rise of social networking—and the Amazon bestseller Developing Knowledge-Based Client Relationships, now in its second edition.

A regular commentator in the media, Ross has appeared on CNN, Bloomberg TV, ABC, Sky News and BBC, and has been featured in outlets including The New York Times, The Guardian, USA Today, Le Monde and El País. He has been named one of the most influential figures globally in the future of work, fintech, crowdfunding and digital transformation, and recognised by Digital Media magazine as one of the 40 biggest players in Australia’s digital age.

Alongside his speaking and advisory work, Ross has lectured and led executive education programs at leading institutions around the world, including Singularity University, the Australian Graduate School of Management, the Singapore Institute of Management and the University of Virginia. His international career has included senior roles at Thomson Financial, Merrill Lynch and NCR, and he brings first-hand experience of working across London, Tokyo, Sydney and beyond. Fluent in five languages, Ross combines global perspective with practical insight to equip leaders with the tools to succeed in a fast-changing future.