James Woudhuysen

Professor of Forecasting and Innovation, Author, Innovation Analyst

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James Woudhuysen Biography

James Woudhuysen, 63, holds a degree in physics and is currently a Professor of Forecasting and Innovation at De Montfort University, Leicester, UK. Throughout his career, Woudhuysen has authored several influential publications, including "Robots" in 1984 and "Why is construction so backward?" in 2004. His book "Energise!" was published in 2008. Notably, he proposed the concept of Internet TV as early as 1993. His expertise spans a broad range of subjects such as forecasting, IT, the workplace, innovation, brands, public sector, design, play, construction and cities, housing, and energy. Woudhuysen's presentations, known for being content-rich and challenging popular wisdom, have been appreciated in various educational and professional settings.

Previously, Woudhuysen served as the manager of worldwide market intelligence at Philips Consumer Electronics from 1995 to 1997 and has continued to influence various fields through his rigorous analysis and forecasts. Reviews by attendees highlight the impact of his speaking engagements.

Beyond his roles in industry and academia, Woudhuysen has engaged with students, such as those from Sun Yat-sen University through a session facilitated by the University of Oxford, further showcasing his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering innovation across global platforms. His ongoing contributions to forecasting and innovation remain integral to his professional endeavors and public discourse.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/20/2024.

James Woudhuysen Speaking Topics

  • The Future of IT.

    Resisting both utopias and dystopias; unmasking ‘exponential’ trends; how to avoid distorting Moore’s law; gadgets to come

  • The Future of Energy.

    Which recent and future supply-side technologies are likely to pay off; how demand-side measures and energy efficiency don’t cut it

  • The Future of Innovation.

    The crisis in Western R&D and upward shift gears in the East; how different firms organise their innovation effort

James Woudhuysen Books

  • Energise: A Future for Energy Innovation
    Energise: A Future for Energy Innovation
  • Big Potatoes: The London Manifesto for Innovation
    Big Potatoes: The London Manifesto for Innovation
  • Why is construction so backward
    Why is construction so backward
  • Industrial Design in the Urban Landscape
    Industrial Design in the Urban Landscape

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James Woudhuysen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Future of IT. , The Future of Energy. and The Future of Innovation.. The estimated speaking fee range to book James Woudhuysen for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. James Woudhuysen generally travels from LondonUK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chris Skinner, Michelle Nelson, Seth Mattison, Troy Hazard and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling James Woudhuysen for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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