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Keynote SpeakerJohn Sanei

World’s Top 5 Futurist. Human Potential Strategist. Simplifying A.I for Leaders. Creator of the Adaptable Intelligence Framework. 6x Best-selling Author

John Sanei (Sah-nay) is an acclaimed futurist, business strategist, and thought leader, dedicated to transforming how leaders and organizations navigate the future. Global Gurus has recognized him as the World’s Top 5th Futurist for 2025. In addition to being an international keynote speaker on Human-A.I Dynamics, John is the author... Read more

Biography

John Sanei (Sah-nay) is an acclaimed futurist, business strategist, and thought leader, dedicated to transforming how leaders and organizations navigate the future. Global Gurus has recognized him as the World’s Top 5th Futurist for 2025.

In addition to being an international keynote speaker on Human-A.I Dynamics, John is the author and co-author of 11 books, five of which have become bestsellers. He is a global expert at Singularity University, a faculty member at Duke Corporate Education, and an associate partner at the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies, where he helps leaders navigate the complexities of the future. His insights have been shared across some of the world’s most respected platforms, including four impactful TEDx talks. He co-hosts The Expansive, a two-time award-winning business podcast that explores the intersection of human potential and future mega trends.

John is trusted by Fortune 100 companies, governments, royal families, and some of the most recognized brands in the world. His client list includes Coca-Cola, Dell, Emirates, EY, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Mastercard, Microsoft, NASA, Oracle, PepsiCo, PwC, SAP, Siemens, Unilever, Visa, Workday, and many more.

He simplifies the complexity of artificial intelligence for leaders, elevates workforce awareness to unlock new levels of lateral creativity, and helps restructure both mindsets and organizational frameworks for a rapidly evolving world. John transforms anxiety into confidence, confusion into clarity, conformity into creativity, and procrastination into action. His talks, masterclasses, workshops, and books combine deep insights with actionable tools.

John Sanei doesn’t just strategize for the future – he helps leaders create it!

“The audience never looked at their phones except to take photos of the presentation!” YPO
“Our Pepsi Lipton leaders from around the world were energized by John’s session! They left the conference feeling very inspired to continue our culture of innovation.” Pepsi Lipton
"As an opening speaker, John really set the scene for our flagship event!” Workday
“John’s presentation was the highlight of the conference!” Dayforce
“Incredible insights and inspirational!” Dell
“John Sanei gave the best keynote I’ve heard in years!” Deloitte
“You’ve been a powerful and positive voice at our leadership summit.” EY London
“I’ve worked in the speaking industry for 20 years in the US, and I can easily say that John is one of the best!” National Speakers Association US

Popular Talks by John Sanei

  • Leading Ahead

    Adaptive Leadership in the Age of A.I. Learn how to lead with precision in complexity, and how to think strategically with A.I as your ally, not your threat.

  • Human Intelligence Amplified

    Building the Adaptive Workforce. Discover how to orchestrate teams that thrive alongside A.I, without losing their humanity.

  • Future Ready

    Designing Organizations That Can Evolve Quickly. Real-world insights into how to rewire decision-making and rethink team structures, in a world that refuses to stand still.

  • Rewiring the Workplace

    How to Evolve in a Nonlinear World. Learn how to restructure not just for efficiency, but for evolution. The future of work requires agility in mindset and model.

  • The Energy Shift

    Mental Health and Emotional Resilience for Modern Leaders. Learn how to lead yourself and others with calm, and clarity in a world wired for overstimulation.

  • Lift Off

    Activating High Performance in a Shifting World. A new blueprint for high performance in leadership and teams, built on energy management and focused execution.