Technology is rapidly shaping the way that people interact with the world. The way that cities are created, operated and expanded is increasingly being influenced by a techno-centric reality. As cities globally grapple with defining strategies for resilience, economic prosperity and future-readiness, the question of how to design technology strategies with people at the center, is paramount. During her light-hearted and entertaining keynote, world-leading futurist and innovation strategist, Nikki Greenberg will talk about how to create strategies for future-ready cities. Here she will talk to themes of generational change, alongside emerging technologies such as robotics and AI. And most importantly, she will speak to how to design places today that will serve generations to come.

During her entertaining and inspiring keynote, world-leading futurist Nikki Greenberg will deliver global insights on the role that emerging technologies play in our digital future. Here she will provide guidance on how to motivate and inspire this tech-savvy generation in ways that appeal to them directly. By understanding what matters to Gen-Z, Nikki translates trend data into actionable tips on how to design products and marketing campaigns that will work. As a millennial, hear from Nikki on what she believes Gen-Z has learnt from the hard lessons of her generation, and understand the actions that you should take today to get into the Gen-Z mindset. This talk is for everyone across organizations looking to build loyalty with Gen-Z, who encompass both their future customer, and future workforce.

With new technological tools that leverage big data and AI promising a new era of possibilities for the real estate industry, the role of realtors has the potential to evolve in wonderful ways. As technology increasingly permeates the industry, questions arise about the future role of human realtors and the tasks that can be enhanced by technology and automation. During her light-hearted and inspiring keynote, world-renowned futurist Nikki Greenberg will delve into the impact that emerging technologies are having on the industry both today and into the future. She will discuss the types of tasks that technology can handle and how it can be leveraged to make the job of realtors easier and more efficient. Additionally, she will explore emerging trends and technologies, offering valuable tips on how to get started today. 

Organizations that create ways for employees to feel (and be!) more productive at the office than at home, can elevate the office to be their employees' preferred place to work. When people are more productive during the work day, not only do they stress less and enjoy greater work-life balance, but they also make a more meaningful contribution in the work that they do. It’s a win-win for everyone.During her inspiring and entertaining keynote, world-renowned futurist Nikki Greenberg will talk about the new relationship between office-space, cyber-space, and cognitive-space. Here she will question the status-quo while showcasing workplaces experiments that are occurring around the world that have had measurable successes for workers’ wellbeing, project outcomes, and team cohesiveness.. In navigating the current conditions around the future of work and needs of offices, perhaps the most critical question that leaders can ask themselves is not what ‘will’, but what ‘should’ the future of the office for their organization be.

Since Chat-GPT was launched in late 2022, Generative AI has both enthralled and disturbed people around the world. The timeframe for when AI will overtake human intelligence now seems closer than ever. The impact it will have on jobs, markets, and the way that society functions will never be the same again. It is in this environment that there are new opportunities to be embraced - but first there are significant challenges to be overcome to ensure an AI-lead future is both prosperous and equitable. During her light-hearted and inspiring keynote, world-leading futurist, Nikki Greenberg, will talk about the way that AI technology is changing our world. Here she will identify opportunities for organizations who embrace the technology to gain an edge over their competitors. And most importantly, she will remind the audience that in doing so, the importance of keeping our humanity front of mind.

Today the digital space is a direct competitor with retail space. With the ever-increasing dominance of e-commerce competing with the need for physical malls and shops, the competitive landscape for brick-and-mortar locations has extended beyond the physical, and into the digital realm. During her high-energy and light-hearted keynote, world-renowned futurist, Nikki Greenberg, will share her insights having led the digital transformation of a portfolio of 22 shopping centers, alongside what she sees as the most influential disruptive forces on the retail sector. Here she will discuss what is needed to create impactful omnichannel experiences that add a level of richness to physical spaces, the impending impact of ‘i-commerce’, and how the Metaverse can be leveraged in a way that the physical and digital realms converse. This keynote is created to identify the new opportunities that emerge at the intersection of physical space and cyberspace, and to outline the decisions that must be made today to prepare for an increasingly digital future of retail.

During her light-hearted and entertaining keynote, world-renowned futurist Nikki Greenberg will explore the trends and technologies shaping the future of the construction industry. She will delve into themes such as attracting and retaining next-gen talent; preparing for and leveraging emerging technologies like AI, drones, 3D printing, and humanoid robotics; innovations in material science; and creating an innovative organizational culture. Through the presentation of case studies and real-world applications of innovative solutions, she will showcase exciting ways in which the construction industry is evolving both today, and into the future. Within this dynamic context, she will provide invaluable tips and insights on how to leverage these trends and emerging technologies to create new opportunities.