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James Taylor is not just a global speaker; he is a trusted partner for some of the most influential organizations in the Middle East. With direct experience advising leaders from Silicon Valley to Dubai, he has a proven track record of delivering impactful keynotes that resonate with the region’s top executives and teams.
The following organizations are among those in the UAE and the wider region who have chosen James to inspire and educate their people:
ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company)
Al-Futtaim Group
The UAE Internal Auditors Association
First Abu Dhabi Bank
Network International
Mashreq Bank
What Leaders in the UAE Are Saying:
“It was an honor for us to have you as one of our keynote speakers. We believe that the knowledge you have shared will help immensely… We look forward to your participation in future events.”
Abdulqader Obaid Ali, Chairman of the Board, The UAE Internal Auditors Association
“Thank you very much for your keynote at our event. It was indeed very well received and we had some fantastic feedback from the colleagues. I would also like to thank you on behalf of Al-Futtaim for spending time with us and inspiring our team members.”
Sujit Radhakrishnan, HR Director, Al-Futtaim Group
“James Taylor was a fantastic keynote speaker. His presentation was an insightful and entertaining closing keynote for the event audience. James also hosted a small group presentation for the G3 Company Sales Meeting earlier in the year that was also great.”
Kristi Kawana, Events & Marketing Director, G3 Communications
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Every event is unique. James Taylor delivers made-to-measure keynote presentations that are designed to inform and inspire while being customized to each audience. Below are his most popular keynote topics, which can be tailored to address the specific challenges and opportunities facing your industry in Dubai and the wider UAE.
Topics: Creativity, Innovation, Change, Artificial Intelligence.
In this highly visual and entertaining keynote, James Taylor shows how exponential technologies like AI and robotics are disrupting industries at lightning speed. He explains why our uniquely human creativity is now the most important competitive advantage. James takes the audience on a journey to see how the world’s most creative people and innovative companies unlock their teams’ creative potential to adapt and innovate. Attendees will discover strategies to augment human creativity with AI tools and leave equipped to accelerate innovation within their organizations.
Topics: Collaboration, Innovation, Leadership, Change, Artificial Intelligence, Future Trends.
In this dynamic and interactive keynote, James explores how leaders and teams can thrive through creative human-machine collaboration amidst rapid technological change. He shares fascinating examples of “cyborg” and “centaur” partnerships—human+AI teams—that are transforming industries from finance and healthcare to engineering and retail. The session inspires audiences to embrace AI as a teammate, adapt to technological disruption, and develop the creative leadership skills needed to be future-ready.
Topics: Sustainability, Environment, Climate Change, ESG, Trends, Leadership, Future of Work.
This inspiring keynote showcases how the world’s most ethical and sustainable companies are transforming their industries while balancing profit, people, and the planet. James shares insights into meeting the rising consumer and employee demands for purpose-driven, environmentally conscious business. Audiences leave motivated with fresh ideas on how to lead sustainable innovation and build a better future.
The best way to understand the impact James Taylor can have on your audience is to see him in action. His presentations are known for being highly visual and cinematic, creating an unforgettable experience that fully engages attendees. The video below demonstrates James’s engaging stage presence, powerful storytelling, and ability to connect with diverse international audiences.
This HD highlight reel provides a preview of James’s dynamic style and substance on the global stage.
When you hire James Taylor for your Dubai event, you are partnering with an internationally recognized authority on business creativity, innovation, and artificial intelligence. His insights are sought by leaders and organizations worldwide, and he brings a rich, cross-industry perspective to every engagement.
James Taylor’s connection to the UAE is built on years of direct experience. Having lived in Dubai and advised the region’s top leaders, he brings a level of local insight that goes far beyond a typical keynote address. He understands what drives Dubai’s success and how to craft a message that resonates with its ambitious audience.
This firsthand experience ensures his keynotes are not only globally informed but also perfectly aligned with the ambitious vision of Dubai.
No matter your industry, today’s organizations in Dubai face rapid disruption, emerging technologies, and the constant need for innovation. This is where James Taylor, one of the world’s leading motivational speakers and a globally recognized keynote speaker on creativity, leadership, and AI, brings unmatched value. With proven experience across industries—from finance and energy to healthcare, real estate, and technology—James delivers tailored strategies and practical insights that create lasting impact.
Dubai is a global hub for finance and investment. James has worked with some of the world’s top financial institutions, helping leaders and teams harness creativity to stay competitive in fast-changing markets. His keynotes on AI, leadership, and innovation provide financial organizations with the tools to drive growth while managing risk and navigating digital transformation.
Dubai’s ambition to become a leader in AI and smart technology makes James the ideal speaker for tech-driven enterprises. With clients like Apple, Microsoft, and IBM, James delivers strategies that combine human creativity and machine intelligence, helping organizations future-proof their operations and lead in the digital economy.
As Dubai invests heavily in healthcare innovation, James helps medical professionals, researchers, and healthcare executives unlock creative solutions to improve patient care, optimize operations, and build resilient, forward-thinking healthcare systems.
In an era of sustainability goals, automation, and global competition, James equips industrial and energy leaders with actionable frameworks to innovate, adapt, and thrive. His strategies are designed to help teams embrace new technologies while staying aligned with Dubai’s sustainability vision.
As Dubai shapes the future of education, policy, and public services, James inspires government leaders, educators, and association professionals to foster cultures of creativity, continuous learning, and innovation while preparing their organizations for the future of work.
With experience delivering keynotes in over 30 countries and across industries as diverse as automotive, retail, logistics, and the creative arts, James brings a unique cross-sector perspective. His real-world case studies, actionable frameworks, and highly engaging delivery ensure every presentation is customized to address the specific challenges of Dubai’s industries.
When you hire James Taylor for your Dubai event, you’re not just bringing in a world-class keynote speaker—you’re partnering with a global expert who will tailor his message to meet the needs of your industry, your audience, and your goals.
If your organization in Dubai is looking to spark innovation, lead through change, and build a high-performing culture, James Taylor is the perfect keynote speaker for you.
1. How do you hire a keynote speaker in Dubai? Hiring a keynote speaker in Dubai involves a few key steps. First, you identify your event’s objectives and audience. Next, you research speakers who have specific expertise in your desired topic and, ideally, experience with audiences in the UAE.
When hiring James Taylor, the process is designed to be seamless:
Inquiry: You can check his availability and speaking fees in two main ways: by contacting any of the world’s leading speaker bureaus he is represented by (like the London Speaker Bureau) or by reaching out to his team directly through the inquiry form on his website.
Customization: Once you connect, James is very open to pre-event calls with your key stakeholders. This is to better understand your audience and tailor his content, a process he takes to another level by using AI tools to fine-tune his speech specifically for your event.
Confirmation: Upon confirming, you receive a comprehensive Event Planning Packet with everything needed for a successful event, from his bio and photos to A/V requirements.
2. Who is the top innovation keynote speaker for events in the UAE? While “top” can be subjective, an elite innovation keynote speaker is typically defined by their deep expertise, proven results with leading global brands, and the ability to make their message resonate with a local UAE audience.
James Taylor is a leading choice for organizations in the UAE focused on innovation for several reasons:
Recognized Authority: He is an internationally recognized authority on business creativity and innovation and the author of the book,
SuperCreativity: Augmenting Human Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.
Proven Frameworks: His keynote, “SUPERCREATIVITY™: Accelerating Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” provides audiences with actionable strategies to innovate in a rapidly changing world.
Trusted by Innovators: He is trusted by the world’s most innovative companies, delivering keynotes and workshops for brands like Apple, Cisco, Deloitte, IBM, and Microsoft. Case studies show how he has helped companies like
Apple unlock creativity for product innovation.
Local Success: His expertise is proven within the region, having been engaged by major UAE organizations like ADNOC and the Al-Futtaim Group.
3. What topics does James Taylor cover as a tech speaker in Dubai? As a tech speaker, James Taylor focuses on the intersection of human creativity and emerging technology, providing actionable insights for business leaders. His talks are not just about technology, but about how to leverage it for a competitive advantage.
His key tech-related topics include:
Artificial Intelligence: He explores how exponential technologies like AI are disrupting industries and how organizations can augment their team’s creativity with AI tools.
Human-AI Collaboration: In his “SUPERCOLLABORATION™” keynote, he shares fascinating examples of “cyborg” and “centaur” partnerships (human+AI teams) that are transforming industries from finance to healthcare.
Digital Transformation & Future Trends: James helps leaders and their teams adapt to technological disruption and develop the creative skills needed to be future-ready. His expertise in this area is trusted by tech giants like
IBM, Apple, Cisco, Dell, and SAP.
James is a top motivational keynote speaker who is booked as a creativity and innovation keynote speaker, AI speaker, sustainability speaker and leadership speaker. Recent destinations include: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Orlando, Las Vegas, keynote speaker London, Barcelona, Bangkok, Miami, Berlin, Riyadh, New York, Zurich, motivational speaker Paris, Singapore and San Francisco
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