Ross Dawson

Ross Dawson is globally recognized as a leading keynote speaker and authority on business strategy. He is CEO of international consulting firm Advanced Human Technologies, and Chairman of Future Exploration Network, a global events and strategy company.

Strong demand for Ross Dawon’s expertise has seen him deliver keynote speeches across six continents and consult to leading organizations worldwide such as Ernst & Young, Macquarie Bank, Microsoft, News Corporation, Procter & Gamble and many others. He is author of the Amazon.com bestseller Developing Knowledge-Based Client Relationships, now out in its second edition, and the acclaimed book Living Networks, which foresaw the social networking revolution. He also writes the highly influential Trends in the Living Networks blog, has written White Papers for organizations including SAP and Microsoft, and has published over 100 articles in leading publications worldwide.
Ross Dawson’s frequent media appearances include CNN, Bloomberg TV, SkyNews, European Business Network, Channel News Asia, ABC TV, Today and Sunrise shows, Washington Post, CIO, Australian Financial Review, BRW and many others. Ross Dawson was recently named by Digital Media magazine as one of the 40 biggest players in Australia’s digital age.

Speaker Topics Include:

Success in the Global Economy - We live and work in a global economy, driven by communications, competition and outsourcing. The result is massive emerging opportunities, and new drivers of success.
Embracing the Future - A breath-taking tour through the future of business, giving insights that will enable managers to act more effectively today, and be better prepared for rapid change tomorrow.
The Web and Media Revolution - The next phase of the Internet is transforming how we work and play, as digital media explodes. There is an open landscape to profit from these fundamental shifts.
Building Powerful Networks and Business Relationships - In the global network economy, relationships are everything. The ability to develop strong personal networks and trust-based relationships with clients and partners will determine business success.
The Future of Financial Services - Each sector of the financial services industry is confronting challenges created by technology, competition and customer expectations. Beyond these challenges lie compelling opportunities.
Professional Leadership - All professionals must be leaders, both to their clients and inside their firms. Professionals and executives are shown the foundations of effective personal leadership in the 21st century.