Dominic Thurbon

Dominic Thurbon is Chief Creative Officer and Co-Founder of the international behavior change organization, ChangeLabs, and a reputed speaker who was ranked as a world top-10 at the World Debating Championships. Thurbon, who has substantial experience in addressing social issues through innovative solutions, particularly in health, education, and technology adaptation, also holds the position of partner at EY, focusing on aiding global organizations in navigating change.

After graduating from the University of Sydney, Thurbon began his career by joining Peter Sheahan Pty Ltd while completing his honors thesis in political science. Here, he led research for the business book "Flip: How Counterintuitive Thinking Is Changing Everything," which explores the forces reshaping the business environment. This book has been published internationally, including in the US, UK, Asia, and Australia. Thurbon's work at ChangeLabs involves collaborating with partner organizations to foster educational and technological advancements, leveraging his insights into generational trends and business strategies. His clients include notable corporations like Apple, Commonwealth Bank, IBM, Microsoft, and Johnson & Johnson.

Thurbon's speaking engagements cover a variety of topics including innovation, collaboration, the future of work, and generational change, reflecting his expertise across these areas. His keynote speeches such as "Unleashing the Power of Innovation," "Matter: Rising above the Competition and Becoming the Obvious Choice," and "Changenomics: Making Change Happen" have been well-received internationally. He also explores the dynamics of disruption in markets and the resilience strategies that leaders can adopt in response to external shocks. Additionally, Thurbon is recognized for his ability to demystify technology and engage diverse audiences, a skill that has been commended by organizations such as the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and GlaxoSmithKline.

In his role at ChangeLabs, Thurbon continues to direct a team of over 50 full-time researchers and facilitators across three countries, working on projects that impact nearly 1 million people annually through multi-award-winning behavior change programs. His contributions to education include founding Educator Impact, a technology company dedicated to enhancing teacher performance through data-driven feedback. With a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of education and its challenges, Thurbon is committed to helping educational institutions and leaders innovate and thrive in an increasingly complex world.