Brian Solis

Brian SolisDigital Futurist & Silicon Valley Visionary Shaping the Future of Business and Technology
Brian Solis is a bestselling author, renowned digital futurist, and Silicon Valley luminary who empowers business leaders to embrace technology and drive meaningful change. As Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow, Brian sets strategic direction for Innovation and Executive Briefing Centers across Silicon Valley, New York, London, Paris, Sydney, and Singapore. With his unique insights and approachable style, he navigates the complex world of digital innovation, shaping the future of business, technology, and human connection.

Recognized by Forbes as “one of the most creative and brilliant business minds of our time” and by ZDNet as “one of the 21st century business world’s leading thinkers,” Brian’s visionary perspective and ability to humanize complex digital trends have made him one of the most sought-after voices in technology and business transformation.
✅ Key Takeaways for Audiences
• Digital Transformation Strategies: Practical frameworks for navigating technological disruption and leading change
• Embracing Emerging Technologies: Understanding AI, AR/VR, web3, metaverse, IoT, digital twins, and quantum computing with a human touch
• The Future of Work: How technology is reshaping leadership, employee roles, and workplace culture across generations
• Customer Experience Excellence: Designing experiences that thrive in the digital age
• Generational Intelligence: Understanding Gen-Y, Gen-Z, Generation-Alpha, Generation-Connected, and Generation-Novel
• Innovation & Creativity: Building cultures that foster breakthrough thinking and technological advancement
• Digital Marketing & Storytelling: Leveraging technology to create compelling brand narratives
• Leadership in the Digital Era: Navigating complexity with curiosity, excitement, and imagination
✅ Areas of Expertise
• Digital Futurism & Emerging Technologies: AI, generative AI, augmented/virtual reality, spatial computing, web3, metaverse, IoT, digital twins, quantum computing
• Digital Transformation & Innovation: Leading organizations through technological disruption and building innovation cultures
• Customer & Employee Experience: Creating meaningful digital experiences that drive engagement and loyalty
• Digital Anthropology: Understanding how technology affects human behavior, decision-making, and interactions across contexts
• Generational Dynamics: Expertise in Gen-Y through Generation-Novel behaviors, aspirations, and working styles
• Business Strategy & Leadership: Future-proofing organizations and translating tech trends into actionable strategies
• Digital Marketing & Brand Strategy: Social business strategy, e-commerce, retail transformation, and digital storytelling
• Corporate Culture & Change Management: Building resilient, innovative organizations in times of uncertainty
✅ Current Leadership & Advisory Roles
Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNowBrian sets strategic direction and programming for ServiceNow’s Innovation and Executive Briefing Centers across major global hubs. He designs and delivers strategic engagements with key customers, advising them on digital transformation and business innovation strategies.
Special Advisor to the UN Global Innovation TeamBrian develops workshops and delivers keynote speeches exploring emergent trends, future scenarios, scenario strategies, skills development, culture, and leadership—leaving a lasting impact on this global organization’s approach to innovation.
Known as the “CxO Whisperer”At Salesforce, Brian earned this reputation for his ability to translate shifting technology and market trends into actionable strategies for executives, helping leaders think differently about priorities and investments to future-proof their organizations.
✅ Bestselling Author & Thought Leader
Brian is an eight-time bestselling and award-winning author with over 60 research reports published on the future of business, work, digital transformation, and innovation. His books include:
• X: The Experience When Business Meets Design
• Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive and Happy Life
• WTF?: What’s the Future of Business?
• Engage!: The Complete Guide for Brands and Businesses
• The End of Business as Usual
• Putting the Public Back in Public Relations
• The Seven Success Factors of Social Business Strategy
• Now Is Gone

Through his blog, which has an extensive following of 800,000+ readers, and his contributions to FastCompany, Forbes, Techonomy, CIO, and Singularity University, Brian provides invaluable insights for professionals navigating the rapidly changing digital landscape.

✅ Media & Recognition
• Forbes: “One of the most creative and brilliant business minds of our time”
• ZDNet: “One of the 21st century business world’s leading thinkers”
• The Conference Board: “Brian is the futurist we all need now”
• Featured speaker at major events worldwide including Fortune 500 companies, TEDx, major startups (Uber, Airbnb, TripIt), and sought after by notable figures such as Oprah, Shaq, and Ashton Kutcher
Brian has influenced and spearheaded countless transformation and innovation programs for Fortune 500 companies, leading brands, and major startups. His expertise spans innovation pilots in service, learning and development, and commerce, showcasing cutting-edge applications such as digital humans, immersive 3D shopping, and e-commerce powered by augmented reality.
✅ Speaking Style & What to Expect
Brian Solis’s personable, approachable, and engaging speaking style has consistently ranked him among the top speakers at major events worldwide. Event organizers praise his ability to engage and inspire audiences, making everyone believe they can be part of transformative change.
His presentations blend:
• Visionary insights on emerging technologies and future trends
• Practical strategies executives can implement immediately
• Human-centered perspective that demystifies complex technologies
• Inspirational storytelling that sparks curiosity and imagination
• Generational intelligence that helps leaders understand diverse workforce dynamics
Whether addressing digital transformation, AI, the metaverse, customer experience, or leadership, Brian makes complex concepts accessible and actionable, empowering audiences to shape their own destinies in the digital age.
✅ Innovation Expertise
As one of the industry’s first digital anthropologists, Brian helped define this role early in his career by studying how technology affects human behavior across leadership, employee roles, and customer interactions. This valuable insight allows him to empathize with different generations and address their unique behaviors, interests, and aspirations—coining terms like Generation-Connected and Generation-Novel to bring fresh perspective on cross-generational similarities in today’s digital age.
Brian has spearheaded innovation pilots featuring:
• Digital humans and AI-powered customer service
• Immersive 3D shopping experiences
• E-commerce powered by augmented reality
• Web3 and metaverse applications for business
• Digital twin technology for operations
✅ Why Book Brian?
• Who He Speaks To: C-suite executives, technology leaders, marketing professionals, innovation teams, HR leaders, and anyone navigating digital transformation
• Formats: Keynote, workshop facilitator, strategic advisor, panel moderator, executive briefings
• Why He’s Unique: Silicon Valley insider + bestselling author + digital anthropologist + Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow + UN advisor. Brian doesn’t just predict the future—he helps organizations create it
• Perfect For: Technology conferences, innovation summits, leadership events, digital transformation forums, customer experience conferences, marketing events
🌟 Book Brian Solis to inspire your audience to embrace the future with curiosity, navigate technological disruption with confidence, and drive meaningful change in the digital age!
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