Natalie Nixon

Natalie Nixon

Keynote Speaker: Future of Work Expert, Author of "The Creativity Leap," Innovation, Creativity & Leadership Strategy Consultant

Natalie Nixon Biography

Natalie Nixon, PhD is recognized for her expertise in creativity strategy, guiding leaders to foster transformative business outcomes through the application of wonder and rigor. She is a global keynote speaker, valued for her practical insights on creativity, the future of work, and innovation.

Nixon was recognized on Real Leaders' "Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World for 2022" and has been featured in prominent publications including Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc. She authored "The Creativity Leap," which was honored in the creativity category of Fast Company's 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards. Her consulting firm, Figure 8 Thinking, was named among the top 20 women-led innovation firms in 2021 by Core 77. In 2022, LinkedIn unveiled Nixon’s course “Lead with Inquiry, Improvisation & Intuition.” Her client roster includes notable firms such as Microsoft, Salesforce, Comcast, Citrix, Morrison & Foerster, Living Cities, VaynerMedia, and Bloomberg.

Nixon leverages her diverse background in cultural anthropology, fashion, design thinking, and dance as a hybrid thinker, engaging in early-stage investments in two social impact ventures where she contributes her unique perspective at the intersection of commercial value and stakeholder equity. She serves as a trustee for the Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt Design Museum, Vassar College, and Leadership+Design. Having resided in Germany, Brazil, Portugal, Israel, and Sri Lanka, Nixon is proficient in Portuguese and Spanish and holds a Foresight Practitioner certification from the Institute for the Future. She earned her BA with honors from Vassar College and her PhD from the University of Westminster in London.

Outside her professional life, Nixon enjoys participating in dance, ranging from hip-hop to ballroom styles like salsa, foxtrot, and tango. She resides in Philadelphia, her hometown, with her husband, John Nixon, and takes pride in her role as stepmother to Sydney.

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Natalie Nixon Speaking Topics

The New I in AI: Imagination, Inquiry and Intuition

Worried about how you’ll find your edge in AI? At its BEST, AI enhances human qualities at work. Natalie Nixon, a renowned creativity strategist, advocates for leveraging curiosity, imagination, and intuition to navigate this evolving landscape. Her keynote offers practical insights to redesign work and thrive in the changing paradigm.

AI is Your Co-Creator

Just as we have IQ and EQ, we also have a CQ- or a creativity quotient. This talk explores the links between creativity and leadership and how leaders with a high CQ behave, interact with stakeholders, and co-create a strategic vision.

L.E.A.P! : The Extraordinary Method for Boosting Productivity and Navigating Uncertainty

When ambiguity arises, you can either flee, pause, or charge ahead blindly. Natalie Nixon, a creativity strategist, presents the L.E.A.P Method™, a straightforward approach to confront uncertainty. By Leveraging, Envisioning, Asking, and Prototyping, attendees gain clarity and actionable strategies to move forward. Remember, progress only happens in one direction: forward!

Adapt & Disrupt: Build Creativity’s Business ROI in the Imagination Era

In the age of AI dominance, creativity is not optional—it’s essential. Natalie Nixon, a creativity expert, reveals how imagination drives business success. Learn from pioneering leaders, adopt dynamic methods, and unleash creativity to secure your organization’s strategic edge. Embrace innovation, wield imagination, and thrive in disruption.

Curiosity is the Currency of the Future: Building a Culture of Inquiry

Do you know how to ask really, great, provocative questions? That matters not just for the increasingly basic ways we interact with AI technologies like ChatGPT, but also for executing on a compelling strategy. Natalie Nixon emphasizes the significance of questions in driving innovation and fostering dynamic cultures. Learn various question types, how to ask them effectively, and normalize a culture of inquiry.

Natalie Nixon Videos

Natalie Nixon - Future of Work Expert on Innovation, Creativity, Leadership
An Introduction to Natalie Nixon
A Selection from The Creativity Leap by Natalie Nixon

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How much does it cost to book Natalie Nixon for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Natalie Nixon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Natalie Nixon are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Natalie Nixon, 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 Natalie Nixon speak about?

Natalie Nixon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, Corporate Strategy, Business, Consulting, Business Coaching, Change Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Female Leadership, Innovation, Future of Work, Black Heritage, Motivational, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Futurism, Women in Business, Authors, Women, Literary and Strategic Leadership.

Where does Natalie Nixon travel from?

Natalie Nixon generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Natalie Nixon?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Natalie Nixon 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 Natalie Nixon for your next private or corporate function.

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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 Natalie Nixon 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?

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Natalie Nixon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Creativity, Corporate Strategy and Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Natalie Nixon for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Natalie Nixon generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erica Dhawan, Cassandra Worthy and Eric Boles. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Natalie Nixon for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Natalie Nixon Speaking Topics

  • The New I in AI: Imagination, Inquiry and Intuition

    Worried about how you’ll find your edge in AI? At its BEST, AI enhances human qualities at work. Natalie Nixon, a renowned creativity strategist, advocates for leveraging curiosity, imagination, and intuition to navigate this evolving landscape. Her keynote offers practical insights to redesign work and thrive in the changing paradigm.

  • AI is Your Co-Creator

    Just as we have IQ and EQ, we also have a CQ- or a creativity quotient. This talk explores the links between creativity and leadership and how leaders with a high CQ behave, interact with stakeholders, and co-create a strategic vision.

  • L.E.A.P! : The Extraordinary Method for Boosting Productivity and Navigating Uncertainty

    When ambiguity arises, you can either flee, pause, or charge ahead blindly. Natalie Nixon, a creativity strategist, presents the L.E.A.P Method™, a straightforward approach to confront uncertainty. By Leveraging, Envisioning, Asking, and Prototyping, attendees gain clarity and actionable strategies to move forward. Remember, progress only happens in one direction: forward!

  • Adapt & Disrupt: Build Creativity’s Business ROI in the Imagination Era

    In the age of AI dominance, creativity is not optional—it’s essential. Natalie Nixon, a creativity expert, reveals how imagination drives business success. Learn from pioneering leaders, adopt dynamic methods, and unleash creativity to secure your organization’s strategic edge. Embrace innovation, wield imagination, and thrive in disruption.

  • Curiosity is the Currency of the Future: Building a Culture of Inquiry

    Do you know how to ask really, great, provocative questions? That matters not just for the increasingly basic ways we interact with AI technologies like ChatGPT, but also for executing on a compelling strategy. Natalie Nixon emphasizes the significance of questions in driving innovation and fostering dynamic cultures. Learn various question types, how to ask them effectively, and normalize a culture of inquiry.

Natalie Nixon Videos

Natalie Nixon - Future of Work Expert on Innovation, Creativity, Leadership
An Introduction to Natalie Nixon
A Selection from The Creativity Leap by Natalie Nixon
Natalie Nixon Speaker Reel

Natalie Nixon Reviews

  • Natalie was engaging, tremendously knowledgeable and inviting. We have various positive and excited about the subject presented.
    UKG - Mar 28 2024

  • Indeed, Inc. - Jun 12 2023

  • Having Natalie at our event was so enjoyable.
    Southwest Michigan First - Jan 30 2023

  • Target - Feb 07 2022

Natalie Nixon News

  • How do I book Natalie Nixon to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Natalie Nixon 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 Natalie Nixon, 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 Natalie Nixon or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Natalie Nixon for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Natalie Nixon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Natalie Nixon are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Natalie Nixon, 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 Natalie Nixon speak about?

  • Where does Natalie Nixon travel from?

    Natalie Nixon generally travels from Philadelphia, PA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Natalie Nixon?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Natalie Nixon 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 Natalie Nixon 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 Natalie Nixon 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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