Erik Qualman

Erik Qualman

Keynote Speaker: Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation Expert, Futurist, Bestselling Author

Erik Qualman Biography

Bestselling Author and Keynote Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached 50 million people.

His book, "Digital Leader," propelled him to be voted the 2nd Most Likeable Author in the World behind the Harry Potter series. His "Socialnomics" work has been on 60 Minutes to the Wall Street Journal and used by the National Guard to Nordstrom to NASA.

"What Happens in Vegas Stays on YouTube" helped Qualman be listed by Forbes and Fortune as a Top 100 Influencer. Qualman was formerly a sitting professor at Harvard & MIT’s edX. His books are used in over 500 universities, and he received an honorary doctorate for his groundbreaking work.

His latest book, "The Focus Project," is a guide to thinking and achieving BIG vs BUSY.

Qualman is also the inventor of the bestselling board game Kittycorn. Most importantly, he’s still trying to live up to the “World’s Greatest Dad” coffee mug he received from his wife and two daughters.

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Erik Qualman Speaking Topics

Digital Leadership

Future Proofing You and Your Organization

Leaders this digital decade are made—not born. We don’t have a choice on whether we transform, the choice is how well we do it. The key is understanding & never forgetting the powerful harmony between the offline and online. While technology changes every second; human nature never does.

Based on profound and practical research, Qualman showcases the 5 Habits that drive success & happiness for employees, partners, and customers. Qualman reveals new techniques including Posting-It-Forward, Being Flawsome™, Socialnomics™, 1 to 10, and other insights that will transform your audience & organization. Learn how to stay a year ahead of your competition but never a year ahead of your market.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 5 Digital Leadership Habits of leading organizations
  • New methods of innovation
  • Future Proofing top-line and bottom-line growth

This entertaining, educating, and empowering experience will provide your audience with the tools and knowledge needed today, and tomorrow, to drive quantum growth.

Focus

How to Focus In An Unfocused World | Big vs. Busy

It seems impossible to focus in this unfocused world. Yet, the main difference between winners and losers in this era of quantum change and distraction is … Focus. Winners are constantly focusing on BIG things versus BUSY things. While it sounds simple, it’s not easy.

The #1 killer of promising careers, teams, and businesses is a lack of focus. We either try to do too much, get easily distracted, or put our time, treasures, and talent into the wrong buckets. Qualman shares insights from his #1 Bestselling book, The Focus Project, providing practical techniques to make focus a daily habit. Learning to focus in this unfocused world is a modern superpower. How and what we focus on today will determine our growth and success tomorrow.

Key Takeaways:

  • Being the change vs fearing the change
  • Making focus a daily habit
  • Going Big vs Busy

Artificial Intelligence

Transforming Your Future… Today

We don't have a choice on whether we digitally transform via AI. The choice is how well we do it. As a leading futurist, professor, and author, Erik Qualman is at the forefront of the AI revolution and the impact it’s having across all sectors.

The key is not only leveraging AI, social media, IoT, mobile, AI, and Blockchain, but more importantly, understanding how they work together to drive successful outcomes like winning customers, employee retention, and beyond. In short, it's about getting to artificial relevance.

Key Takeaways:

  • Using AI to make your organization more efficient and human
  • Overcoming the challenges these new technologies present including successfully navigating ethical implications, job adjustments, algorithmic bias, employee retention, privacy, security, and more
  • Striking the right balance between AI and Eye-to-Eye (Jetsons + Flintstones)

This session will give you timeless tips on how to stay ahead today and tomorrow.

Innovation by Design

Being The Disruptor vs The Disrupted

To ensure you are the disruptor versus the disrupted, you must understand societal shifts and instill a culture of creativity around them. This session looks at key future trends and their impact on your organization. Qualman provides the roadmap for your organization’s continual transformation by fostering a culture of daily innovation. After all, most innovation is evolutionary versus revolutionary. Leap over the competition by landing on a foundation of progressive and practical innovation principles. Future forward.

Erik’s supporting books: Digital Leader, Socialnomics, What Happens in Vegas Stays on Youtube

Socialnomics

Winning Customers’ Hearts + Minds at Scale

Based on his #1 Bestseller, Qualman dives into the powerful concept of Socialnomics. Word of Mouth is on digital steroids and has transformed into World-of-Mouth. Organizations must learn the new rules of social, mobile, and beyond or they will miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to earn customers’ loyalty and drive long-term success. Socialnomics is the key to winning customers’ hearts, minds, and wallets.

Erik’s supporting books: Socialnomics, Digital Leader, How to Sell on LinkedIn

Erik Qualman Videos

AI Expert Erik Qualman | Motivational Speaker
Digital Transformation Video by Erik Qualman
Keynote Speaker Erik Qualman | Speaker Reel

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How much does it cost to book Erik Qualman for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Erik Qualman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Erik Qualman are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Erik Qualman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Erik Qualman speak about?

Erik Qualman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Innovation, Generational Issues, Marketing, Technology, Communication, Sales, Social Media, Authors, Business Leadership, Human Resources, College, Futurism, Inspirational, Motivational, Customer Experience, Entrepreneurship, Digital Transformation, Resilience, Leadership, Consulting, Change Management, Internet, Cybersecurity, Future of Work, Workshop, Thought Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and E-Commerce.

Where does Erik Qualman travel from?

Erik Qualman generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Erik Qualman?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Erik Qualman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Erik Qualman for your next private or corporate function.

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Erik Qualman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Innovation and Generational Issues. The estimated speaking fee range to book Erik Qualman for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Erik Qualman generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Walsh, Josh Linkner and Erica Dhawan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Erik Qualman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/09/2024.

Erik Qualman Speaking Topics

  • Digital Leadership

    Future Proofing You and Your Organization

    Leaders this digital decade are made—not born. We don’t have a choice on whether we transform, the choice is how well we do it. The key is understanding & never forgetting the powerful harmony between the offline and online. While technology changes every second; human nature never does.

    Based on profound and practical research, Qualman showcases the 5 Habits that drive success & happiness for employees, partners, and customers. Qualman reveals new techniques including Posting-It-Forward, Being Flawsome™, Socialnomics™, 1 to 10, and other insights that will transform your audience & organization. Learn how to stay a year ahead of your competition but never a year ahead of your market.

    Key Takeaways:

    • The 5 Digital Leadership Habits of leading organizations
    • New methods of innovation
    • Future Proofing top-line and bottom-line growth

    This entertaining, educating, and empowering experience will provide your audience with the tools and knowledge needed today, and tomorrow, to drive quantum growth.

  • Focus

    How to Focus In An Unfocused World | Big vs. Busy

    It seems impossible to focus in this unfocused world. Yet, the main difference between winners and losers in this era of quantum change and distraction is … Focus. Winners are constantly focusing on BIG things versus BUSY things. While it sounds simple, it’s not easy.

    The #1 killer of promising careers, teams, and businesses is a lack of focus. We either try to do too much, get easily distracted, or put our time, treasures, and talent into the wrong buckets. Qualman shares insights from his #1 Bestselling book, The Focus Project, providing practical techniques to make focus a daily habit. Learning to focus in this unfocused world is a modern superpower. How and what we focus on today will determine our growth and success tomorrow.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Being the change vs fearing the change
    • Making focus a daily habit
    • Going Big vs Busy

  • Artificial Intelligence

    Transforming Your Future… Today

    We don't have a choice on whether we digitally transform via AI. The choice is how well we do it. As a leading futurist, professor, and author, Erik Qualman is at the forefront of the AI revolution and the impact it’s having across all sectors.

    The key is not only leveraging AI, social media, IoT, mobile, AI, and Blockchain, but more importantly, understanding how they work together to drive successful outcomes like winning customers, employee retention, and beyond. In short, it's about getting to artificial relevance.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Using AI to make your organization more efficient and human
    • Overcoming the challenges these new technologies present including successfully navigating ethical implications, job adjustments, algorithmic bias, employee retention, privacy, security, and more
    • Striking the right balance between AI and Eye-to-Eye (Jetsons + Flintstones)

    This session will give you timeless tips on how to stay ahead today and tomorrow.

  • Innovation by Design

    Being The Disruptor vs The Disrupted

    To ensure you are the disruptor versus the disrupted, you must understand societal shifts and instill a culture of creativity around them. This session looks at key future trends and their impact on your organization. Qualman provides the roadmap for your organization’s continual transformation by fostering a culture of daily innovation. After all, most innovation is evolutionary versus revolutionary. Leap over the competition by landing on a foundation of progressive and practical innovation principles. Future forward.

    Erik’s supporting books: Digital Leader, Socialnomics, What Happens in Vegas Stays on Youtube

  • Socialnomics

    Winning Customers’ Hearts + Minds at Scale

    Based on his #1 Bestseller, Qualman dives into the powerful concept of Socialnomics. Word of Mouth is on digital steroids and has transformed into World-of-Mouth. Organizations must learn the new rules of social, mobile, and beyond or they will miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to earn customers’ loyalty and drive long-term success. Socialnomics is the key to winning customers’ hearts, minds, and wallets.

    Erik’s supporting books: Socialnomics, Digital Leader, How to Sell on LinkedIn

Erik Qualman Videos

AI Expert Erik Qualman | Motivational Speaker
Digital Transformation Video by Erik Qualman
Keynote Speaker Erik Qualman | Speaker Reel

Erik Qualman Reviews

  • Eric Qualman was fantastic! He was the perfect speaker to open our second day and his energy level kept everyone engaged.
    Florida Local Government Information Systems Association - Jul 24 2024

  • Erik did an amazing job and it was so nice to have him stick around for the happy hour to sign a few of his books. The guests loved him and he truly fits in with the C3 team and our culture.
    C3 Technology Advisors - Oct 30 2023

  • Quickbase - Apr 06 2023

  • Erik was wonderful work with on our City Tour event series! I'd recommend him to others.
    Quickbase - Mar 14 2023

  • The event was a success. Thank you!
    CobbleStone Software - Nov 01 2022

Erik Qualman News

  • How do I book Erik Qualman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Erik Qualman for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Erik Qualman, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Erik Qualman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Erik Qualman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Erik Qualman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Erik Qualman are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Erik Qualman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Erik Qualman speak about?

  • Where does Erik Qualman travel from?

    Erik Qualman generally travels from Austin, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Erik Qualman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Erik Qualman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Erik Qualman for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Erik Qualman or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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