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Keynote speaker Matthew Griffin
Matthew Griffin is a London-based futurist and keynote speaker who helps boards, leadership teams and conference audiences understand what is coming next and what to do about it. He speaks on artificial intelligence, the future of work, leadership, geopolitics, cyber security, risk, sustainability and emerging trends, in person and virtually, worldwide.
500+ organisations advised · 102 countries · 17 books in the Codex of the Future series
Every keynote is built for the audience in the room. Matthew starts from your sector, your strategy and the questions your people are asking, then shows them the forces reshaping their world and the practical moves that follow. He has advised more than 500 organisations across 102 countries, from governments and regulators to Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies.
Choose a topic below to see the keynotes he gives, watch recordings and read write-ups from recent events.
Keynote topics
AI keynotes
Generative and agentic AI, AGI, and what AI changes for strategy, work and leadership.
Futurist keynotes
The technologies, trends and forces shaping the next decade, and how to lead through them.
Future of work keynotes
AI and jobs, skills, automation, education and the workforce of 2030 and beyond.
Leadership keynotes
Leading through uncertainty, making better decisions and building future-ready organisations.
Geopolitics keynotes
A world in transition: power, trade, security and energy, and what it means for business.
Innovation and disruption keynotes
Exponential technologies, new business models and how to disrupt before you are disrupted.
Cyber security keynotes
AI-driven threats, quantum, cyber defence and the future of security.
Risk and resilience keynotes
Emerging risks, insurance, fraud and building organisations ready for any future.
Sustainability and energy keynotes
The energy transition, food, water, recycling and sustainable growth.
Trends and foresight keynotes
Industry futures and strategic foresight for banking, retail, logistics, healthcare and more.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does Matthew Griffin speak on?
His main keynote topics are artificial intelligence, the future of work, leadership, geopolitics, innovation and disruption, cyber security, risk and resilience, sustainability and energy, and trends and strategic foresight. Most keynotes combine several of these and are tailored to the client's sector.
What formats does he offer?
Keynotes, panel sessions, fireside chats, masterclasses and executive workshops. He also runs board and leadership team briefings through the 311 Institute.
Does he speak virtually as well as in person?
Yes. He delivers keynotes in person around the world and virtually, including from a professional studio for broadcast-quality virtual events.
Which regions does he cover?
He works with clients in the USA, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and has advised organisations across 102 countries.
How do I book Matthew Griffin?
Send your event date, location, audience and topic through the contact page and his team will confirm availability and next steps.
Planning an event? Check Matthew’s availability.