Robert B. Tucker

Robert B. Tucker

Keynote Speaker: Business Futurist, Innovation Expert & Best-Selling Author

Robert B. Tucker Biography

Robert B. Tucker is an award-winning global futurist and innovation keynote speaker whose client list includes over 200 Fortune 500 companies.

President and founder of Innovation Resource Consulting Group based in Santa Barbara, California, Tucker is an internationally recognized pioneer in the field of strategic innovation. His high energy, multi-media keynote speeches lead audiences on a journey of possibility and encourage leaders to tackle even the biggest challenges they and their organizations face in a period of unprecedented and disruptive change. Through stories of both successes and messes from his travels, Tucker challenges audiences to think bigger and go bolder about their opportunity future and to master what he calls “the mindset, skillset and toolset” that enables today’s leaders to successfully face the driving forces of change, instead of being marginalized because they missed the moment.

During his 30-year career, Tucker has been invited to lecture in 54 countries and every state in the United States. Economic development groups in Singapore, Dubai, Mexico, and Morocco have turned to him for thought leadership. He has advised companies such as Microsoft, American Express, and Citibank, as well as over 400 trade and professional associations and customer groups, on how to create future-ready cultures that thrive no matter which way the wind blows.

A multi-year winner of the Top Five Speaker Hall of Fame, Tucker’s pioneering research in identifying the critical attributes of innovators became the acclaimed book "Winning the Innovation Game." Former Intel Chairman Andrew Grove described Tucker’s international bestseller "Managing the Future: 10 Driving Forces of Change" as a “lucid, practical guide to total quality in business.” In "Driving Growth Through Innovation," Tucker delved into the emerging best practices of companies pioneering radically more effective approaches to developing cultures of innovation. In his latest book, "Innovation Is Everybody’s Business: Making Yourself Indispensable in Today’s Hyper-competitive World," Tucker takes up the issue of leadership development and reveals the innovation skills essential to success in today’s hyper-change era.

Tucker was recently awarded the prestigious Brand Personality Award by the Asia Pacific Brands Foundation for outstanding contributions to the field of innovation. He is a contributing columnist to Forbes and has appeared on Channel News Asia, CNBC India, PBS, CBS Radio, and was a featured guest on the CNBC series "The Business of Innovation."

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Robert B. Tucker Speaking Topics

NAVIGATING THE FUTURE: Capitalizing on the Driving Forces of Change

Are you ready to lead in a world where the pace of change is unforgiving? In the post-pandemic world, organizations and their leaders are rising rapidly or falling fast based on their ability to anticipate and creatively respond to rapid and often disruptive change. By mastering the strategies outlined in this presentation, sudden shifts in customer requirements, technological developments, and other trends can be mitigated and turned to an advantage. This powerful session by leading futurist and innovation expert Robert B. Tucker explores the leadership competencies essential during times of extreme challenge and uncertainty. You and your management team will learn powerful new tools for turning uncertainty into clarity and clarity into innovation agility.

The Intelligent Talk Show

Have you ever wished there was a way to spice up those important, but often boring, panel discussions at your big meetings? With the Intelligent Talk Show, panelists become “guests” on a “live” show and are more animated, lively and better prepared to get their message across. Guests are more willing to tackle the tough issues that create industry buzz, and the “talk show” often shows up in meeting evaluations as the highlight of the entire conference.

Innovation is Everybody’s Business

With the onslaught of artificial intelligence, organizations are increasingly automating tasks that millions of people now do behind their computers. Yet those with the abilities and skillsets to launch and complete new project that grow revenue and add value will be in hot demand. While professionals with functional and technical skills are valued, those with Innovation Skills are emerging as the most sought-after talent in today’s hyper-competitive age. In this practical, inspiring and highly interactive personal development session, Tucker explores powerful tools and strategies to help you and your colleagues hone your ability to seize emerging opportunities, develop new revenue streams, add value, and create unconventional solutions.

Driving Growth Through Innovation

This dynamic presentation is customized to industry-specific goals and challenges. Robert B. Tucker provides an example-filled presentation that highlights the findings reported in his book, "Driving Growth Through Innovation: How Leading Companies are Transforming Their Future." He will present 23 “Innovation Vanguard” companies Tucker and his team at the Innovation Resource Consulting Group have researched and analyzed, showing the cutting-edge methodologies and systems that will help lead your organization to build, or improve, the innovation framework in your organization.

Roundtable with Robert B. Tucker & Your Management Team

After a brief conversation and/or survey addressing the concerns executives have about their company and industry, Robert B. Tucker will create a dynamic “roundtable conversation” customized to tackle those issues head on. The presentation will be built for active participation: attendees will be asked to answer thought-provoking questions, many of which are not industry specific, but rather teach new ways of optimal thinking, how to make better decisions, addressing the concerns about the future, the direction your company is taking, and how to build a team that will thrive.

Robert B. Tucker Videos

Robert B. Tucker Demo Video
Innovation is Everybody’s Business, a CadreTalk with Robert B. Tucker
"Think Big Anyway" - Commencement Speech

How do I book Robert B. Tucker to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Robert B. Tucker 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 Robert B. Tucker, 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 Robert B. Tucker or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Robert B. Tucker for a speaking engagement?

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

Robert B. Tucker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Technology, Disruptive Thinking, Authors, Change Management, Peak Performance, Human Resources, Business, Science, Leadership, Creativity, Futurism, Business Leadership, Business Growth, College, Culture, Consulting, Social Media, Future of Work and Thought Leadership.

Where does Robert B. Tucker travel from?

Robert B. Tucker generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Robert B. Tucker?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert B. Tucker 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 Robert B. Tucker 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 Robert B. Tucker 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.


Robert B. Tucker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Technology and Disruptive Thinking. The estimated speaking fee range to book Robert B. Tucker for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Robert B. Tucker generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Libby Gill, Mark DeVolder and Dr. Jackie Freiberg. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Robert B. Tucker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/10/2024.

Robert B. Tucker Speaking Topics

  • NAVIGATING THE FUTURE: Capitalizing on the Driving Forces of Change

    Are you ready to lead in a world where the pace of change is unforgiving? In the post-pandemic world, organizations and their leaders are rising rapidly or falling fast based on their ability to anticipate and creatively respond to rapid and often disruptive change. By mastering the strategies outlined in this presentation, sudden shifts in customer requirements, technological developments, and other trends can be mitigated and turned to an advantage. This powerful session by leading futurist and innovation expert Robert B. Tucker explores the leadership competencies essential during times of extreme challenge and uncertainty. You and your management team will learn powerful new tools for turning uncertainty into clarity and clarity into innovation agility.

  • The Intelligent Talk Show

    Have you ever wished there was a way to spice up those important, but often boring, panel discussions at your big meetings? With the Intelligent Talk Show, panelists become “guests” on a “live” show and are more animated, lively and better prepared to get their message across. Guests are more willing to tackle the tough issues that create industry buzz, and the “talk show” often shows up in meeting evaluations as the highlight of the entire conference.

  • Innovation is Everybody’s Business

    With the onslaught of artificial intelligence, organizations are increasingly automating tasks that millions of people now do behind their computers. Yet those with the abilities and skillsets to launch and complete new project that grow revenue and add value will be in hot demand. While professionals with functional and technical skills are valued, those with Innovation Skills are emerging as the most sought-after talent in today’s hyper-competitive age. In this practical, inspiring and highly interactive personal development session, Tucker explores powerful tools and strategies to help you and your colleagues hone your ability to seize emerging opportunities, develop new revenue streams, add value, and create unconventional solutions.

  • Driving Growth Through Innovation

    This dynamic presentation is customized to industry-specific goals and challenges. Robert B. Tucker provides an example-filled presentation that highlights the findings reported in his book, "Driving Growth Through Innovation: How Leading Companies are Transforming Their Future." He will present 23 “Innovation Vanguard” companies Tucker and his team at the Innovation Resource Consulting Group have researched and analyzed, showing the cutting-edge methodologies and systems that will help lead your organization to build, or improve, the innovation framework in your organization.

  • Roundtable with Robert B. Tucker & Your Management Team

    After a brief conversation and/or survey addressing the concerns executives have about their company and industry, Robert B. Tucker will create a dynamic “roundtable conversation” customized to tackle those issues head on. The presentation will be built for active participation: attendees will be asked to answer thought-provoking questions, many of which are not industry specific, but rather teach new ways of optimal thinking, how to make better decisions, addressing the concerns about the future, the direction your company is taking, and how to build a team that will thrive.

Robert B. Tucker Videos

Robert B. Tucker Demo Video
Innovation is Everybody’s Business, a CadreTalk with Robert B. Tucker
"Think Big Anyway" - Commencement Speech
How To Track Trends: A 6 Step Process for Opportunity Discovery
  • How do I book Robert B. Tucker to speak at my event?

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

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

  • Where does Robert B. Tucker travel from?

    Robert B. Tucker generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Robert B. Tucker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert B. Tucker 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 Robert B. Tucker 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 Robert B. Tucker 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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