David Rowan

Keynote Speaker

Technology Editor and Author; Keynote Speaker and Event Moderator

Using his skills as long-time WIRED Editor-in-chief, David Rowan translates what really matters in tech to audiences and inspires them to seize the opportunities of emerging technologies and avoid the risks of disruption with dazzling examples from the front line — and also some gentle British humor.

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David Rowan is the the preeminent voice guiding businesses through the labyrinth of emerging technologies and their profound impact on the corporate landscape. With over 600 captivating keynotes delivered worldwide, David is a sought-after expert who has moderated prestigious gatherings for the World Economic Forum, leading global corporations, and governments alike.

As the founding Editor-in-Chief of WIRED magazine UK, David cultivated an intimate understanding of tech titans like WhatsApp, Google, and Spotify, alongside a myriad of ambitious startups spanning continents. His acclaimed book, Non-Bullshit Innovation: 17 Proven Ways To Transform How You Work (Penguin), encapsulates insights gleaned from a 20-country odyssey, offering tangible strategies for navigating technology-driven disruption.

A visionary investor in over 150 early-stage tech ventures, David’s commitment to the vanguard extends to his venture funds, focusing on health-tech and climate-tech innovations. Renowned as a technology columnist for esteemed publications including The Times and GQ, David’s expertise extends beyond the page, having founded conferences and consulting ventures at WIRED. With an insatiable curiosity propelling him ever forward, David Rowan continues to illuminate the path to the future.

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Profile of WIRED’s David Rowan

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David Rowan’s Speech Topics

Speech Topics Include:
- Why this is AI’s ‘Netscape’ moment — and what that means for finance
- AI may be the future — but what does it mean for your business today?
- How to be human in the emergent era of transformative AI, neural interfaces, simulated realities and planetary chaos
- What AI means for the data center
- How exponential tech forces retailers to think like startups
- The impact of AI on operational real estate
- How exponential tech could impact aviation cybersecurity

What other organizations say about David Rowan

You were fantastic. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to others — you were very generous with your time and a great hit.
Financial Services

What other organizations say about David Rowan

David has a way of making people stop, to sit up and take notice. This means comments he delivers have had a high level of impact and really got the audience talking and thinking deeply.
Technology

What other organizations say about David Rowan

A talk that absolutely hit the mark with our people. We have received terrific feedback. I was honestly amazed at how you were able to pick up important aspects of our organization and weave that into your presentation. Wonderful job!
Insurance

What other organizations say about David Rowan

David was exceptional. He completely understood the needs of this audience — the need to create excitement in uncertainty, the need for practical advice, and the need to be informed and inspired by a real and enticing outlook on innovation. He was incredibly warm, humble and a delight to meet in person.
Technology

What other organizations say about David Rowan

Thank you once again for your truly inspiring presentation. Feedback has been fantastic.
Hospitality

What other organizations say about David Rowan

We had nothing but praise for his forward thinking piece, it was both informative and entertaining. I didn’t see a single attendee checking their smartphone during David’s talk, which is a testament to his skill as a speaker. I will definitely recommend him to our other offices around the world.
Media

What other organizations say about David Rowan

David was incredible and we’ve had some great feedback already from our analysts and leadership team that were there. We were engaged, inspired and enjoyed every minute of his keynote.
Business Consulting

What other organizations say about David Rowan

I just wanted to send you a short note to thank you for engaging with us at short notice, wholeheartedly and to such fantastic ends. The team was blown away and they are a hard group to impress.
Technology

What other organizations say about David Rowan

I can’t thank you enough for your truly inspirational talk. We’ve had wonderful feedback and it set the day up perfectly.
Entertainment

What other organizations say about David Rowan

Thank you again for presenting at yesterday’s Senior Management Forum. There has been a real buzz from attendees about your presentation and insights you shared, and we have already had requests for copies of a film to share with teams.
Consumer Products

Works by David Rowan

David Rowan
Non-Bullsh*t Innovation: How the World’s Smartest Leaders Manage Change

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