Michael McQueen

Trend forecaster, bestselling author and future-focused strategist helping organisations stay ahead of change

Overview

Ranked #11 among the world's top futurists, Michael McQueen helps organisations anticipate disruption, adapt to change and seize future opportunities before they become mainstream. He advises leading brands — including Google, Toyota, Mastercard and Cisco — on navigating uncertainty and staying ahead of the curve.

Since launching his speaking career in 2004, Michael has addressed more than 500,000 people across five continents, helping audiences understand the forces shaping the future of work, technology, leadership and consumer behaviour. His expertise spans disruption, artificial intelligence, innovation, customer expectations and organisational resilience — translated into research-driven presentations that give audiences practical tools, not just theory.

Michael is the bestselling author of 10 books on trends, innovation and leadership. His latest release was named by Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Grant as one of the top five must-read new leadership books, and his insights are regularly featured in Forbes, The Guardian and CNN.

Career Highlights

• Ranked #11 among the world's top futurists

• Advisor to Google, Toyota, Mastercard, Cisco and other global organisations

• Delivered presentations to more than 500,000 people across five continents

• Author of 10 bestselling books on trends, innovation and leadership

• Latest book named a top-five must-read leadership book by Malcolm Gladwell and Adam Grant

• Named Australia's Keynote Speaker of the Year; inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame

• Regular media commentator in Forbes, The Guardian and CNN

• Shared the stage with Bill Gates and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak

Key Speaking Themes

• Future trends and emerging opportunities

• Artificial intelligence and digital transformation

• Innovation and organisational adaptability

• Leadership in times of disruption

• Consumer behaviour and changing expectations

• Building future-ready, resilient organisations

What Your Audience Will Gain

Michael helps audiences understand the trends reshaping industries, workplaces and customer expectations — and leave with practical frameworks for identifying opportunities, responding to disruption, and building sustainable competitive advantage.

Ideal For

• Leadership and innovation conferences

• Corporate strategy and planning sessions

• Technology and future-focused events

• Executive retreats and leadership forums

• Sales conferences and business summits

FAQs

What does Michael McQueen speak about? Future trends, artificial intelligence, disruption, innovation, leadership and consumer behaviour — with a focus on practical strategies audiences can act on immediately.

What is Michael McQueen best known for? Being ranked #11 among the world's top futurists, and for helping organisations like Google, Toyota and Mastercard navigate disruption and stay ahead of change.

What companies has Michael McQueen worked with? Google, Toyota, Mastercard, Cisco and many other leading global brands.

Is Michael McQueen available for keynote speaking engagements? Yes — for conferences, leadership events, executive briefings and keynote presentations throughout Australia and internationally.