Neil Redding

The future is coming at us so fast that traditional foresight and futurism are no longer enough. By connecting the possible with the practical, the power of AI with the immediacy of business, and the virtual world with our physical environments, Neil Redding is a renowned Near Futurist with 30+ years of experience in unlocking the power of emerging technologies for audiences, brands, and teams.

Consistently listed as "one of the best talks of SXSW 2024", Redding is a sought-after keynote speaker at venues including SXSW, Building the Future, and AWE, and at corporate events for Meta, Microsoft, and more -- inspiring audiences with the reality-shifting capabilities of AI and spatial computing for activating pragmatic interpersonal and business value.

An expert Innovation Architect and computer scientist, Redding has spearheaded Near Future teams at diverse firms including Mediacom, Gensler, and Thoughtworks, helping to evolve their trusted offerings into fresh competitive territory. He currently operates his boutique consultancy, Redding Futures, to deliver disruptive strategies for world-class brands, and has served clients including Visa, Nike, Apple, and Verizon, among dozens of others. His foundational Near Future Framework applies ecosystem-centered design to leverage the possibilities of emerging technologies for perpetual innovation and sustainable growth.

As a speaker, Redding activates and inspires audiences with expertise, relatability, and humor. His visionary talks outline practical actions for expanding our awareness of what is possible, and for co-creating thriving futures through AI and spatial technology, without fear.