Andrew Grant

Andrew Grant is an innovation for transformation specialist and the director of Tirian. He is also the author of "The Innovation Race: How to Change a Culture to Change the Game" and the international bestseller "Who Killed Creativity?... And How Can We Get it Back?" Known for his engaging and educational presentation style, Grant specializes in keynote speaking on topics such as Creative Thinking, Innovation, Leadership, and Corporate Culture. He has been recognized globally for his work as a creative thinking expert and innovation keynote speaker.

Over his career, Grant has collaborated with world leaders in innovation to foster cultural change. His work has been prominently featured in international media outlets such as BBC, ABC TV, Reuters, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and the Wall Street Journal. His educational programs and resources are utilized by Fortune 500 companies across the globe, attesting to their effectiveness and reach.

Together with his partner, Dr. Gaia Grant (PhD) from the University of Sydney Business School, Andrew has spent over 30 years analyzing innovation-driven cultures around the world. Their research has led to the creation of innovative tools like a CSI-style board game to help teams assess their creativity and a validated Innovation Climate Indicator (iCLi) to gauge the innovation readiness of organizations. These tools are designed to manage the tensions that arise in executive teams during change initiatives, ensuring sustainable implementation of innovation.

Andrew Grant has delivered keynote speeches at prestigious forums such as the APEC CEO Summit in Danang and TEDx in Hong Kong. His sessions are highly interactive, often incorporating elements like game-theory simulations and magic tricks to metaphorically examine trust dynamics and creative thinking processes. This approach has consistently earned him the highest feedback scores at various international conferences, showcasing his ability to resonate with and captivate diverse audiences.

In addition to his corporate engagements, Grant and Gaia have initiated significant pro bono education projects across Asia, creating educational resources aimed at reaching over 25 million people in developing countries. This work underscores their commitment to using innovation for social impact and educational advancement globally.