James Taylor MBA · FRSA helps organisations in San Francisco unlock creativity, harness artificial intelligence, and lead through change — with high-energy keynotes built for the world's leading technology and venture-capital ecosystem. Over 20 years he has delivered 3,000+ events in 50+ countries for Fortune 500 audiences.
James Taylor MBA · FRSA is an internationally recognised keynote speaker on creativity, innovation, and artificial intelligence — not to be confused with the American singer-songwriter. Over 20+ years he has delivered 3,000+ keynotes across 50+ countries for Fortune 500 brands including Apple, Cisco, Deloitte, Accenture, Visa and McDonald's, and has been the subject of a 30-minute BBC documentary.
James began his career managing high-profile rock stars and now advises CEOs, founders and leaders — from venture-backed startups to global enterprises — on how to design innovative organisations, unlock creative potential, and build a genuine human edge alongside AI. As host of multiple global summits he has personally interviewed over 750 of the world's leading creative minds, including tech CEOs, New York Times bestselling authors, and AI pioneers.
He is the author of the bestselling book SuperCreativity: Augmenting Human Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, and tailors every keynote speaking engagement to the specific challenges facing your audience — making him a natural fit for the conferences, leadership summits, and innovation forums shaping San Francisco and the wider Bay Area.
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San Francisco has become a global capital for technology, venture capital and startup innovation — world-class conference venues, waterfront hotels and direct proximity to Silicon Valley make it a compelling backdrop for flagship corporate events and incentive programmes. James designs keynotes that fit naturally into incentive and conference itineraries: inspiring enough to feel like a reward, substantial enough to send delegates home with ideas they can act on.
Whether you are gathering top performers at a landmark downtown convention hotel or hosting an executive retreat tied to a leadership summit, James works with your programme — keeping the energy high, the content relevant, and the experience memorable for an audience that expects the very best.
"James Taylor was a fantastic keynote speaker. If you are looking for a speaker to inspire your employees to reclaim their creativity, look no further than James Taylor."Kristi Kawana — Events & Marketing Director, B2B Marketing Exchange
Tell us your event date, audience size, and theme. James's team responds to most enquiries within 24 hours.
With a discovery call and two pre-event calls, James researches your industry and San Francisco audience, then crafts a keynote around your goals — not an off-the-shelf talk.
Final slides arrive seven days ahead. The team coordinates travel and AV logistics so your San Francisco event runs seamlessly from rehearsal to standing ovation.
The human edge in an AI world — how leaders and teams stay relevant, creative, and competitive as automation accelerates across every sector. AI keynotes.
How organisations build a culture where creative thinking drives commercial results — central to the Bay Area's technology and venture-capital economy.
Practical frameworks for leading hybrid teams, managing change, and building organisations fit for a radically different future.
Why most transformations fail — and the creative leadership behaviours that make them succeed in complex, high-stakes environments.
Building leaders who inspire creative performance and drive innovation in fast-moving markets — from finance and energy to technology and government.
Building "centaur" teams where human ingenuity and AI combine to deliver breakthrough results greater than the sum of their parts.
Looking for an interactive format? Explore James's creative workshops for San Francisco teams.
James Taylor's SuperCreativity™ keynote shows organisations how to build creative capacity alongside artificial intelligence — giving teams the tools to outpace disruption and turn AI into a driver of breakthrough innovation rather than a threat. Each programme is research-backed, fully customisable, and aligned to the innovation and transformation agenda driving San Francisco's leading technology and venture-backed organisations.
Accelerating innovation in the age of AI. With McKinsey predicting 45% of jobs will be automated, creativity is the distinctly human advantage.
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Cyborgs, centaurs and the rise of human-AI collaboration — fostering creative partnership between your people and machines.
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How the world's best leaders inspire, influence and drive action. Companies led by effective communicators deliver 47% higher shareholder returns.
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Inspired by Savile Row craftsmanship — a keynote designed from scratch for one client, one audience, one occasion.
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James Taylor speaks at corporate conferences, leadership summits, and incentive events in San Francisco, California. His keynotes on AI, creativity, and the future of work are built for high-performing audiences at the city's leading venues — from Moscone Center to landmark five-star properties across downtown and SoMa.
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San Francisco's flagship convention complex in SoMa — purpose-built for large-scale technology conferences, keynotes and expos.
A landmark Nob Hill hotel with grand ballrooms, favoured for executive summits and gala events.
A historic luxury property with the iconic Garden Court, ideal for premium corporate keynotes.
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A modern cultural venue in the heart of downtown, suited to product launches and creative forums.
One of the city's largest conference hotels, built for major annual conferences and association events.
A refined SoMa address for C-suite events and high-profile leadership gatherings.
The SuperCreativity book (January 2026) shows how creativity, collaboration and communication combine to give organisations the human edge in an age of AI — the same themes James brings to stages across San Francisco's technology, AI and venture-capital sectors. If the keynote is the experience, the book is the deeper dive: a practical guide your team can put to work the day after the event.
What You'll LearnJames Taylor M.B.A. F.R.S.A. is an international keynote speaker on artificial intelligence, creativity and innovation — not to be confused with the American singer-songwriter James Taylor. He has delivered 3,000+ keynotes across 50+ countries for Fortune 500 companies including Apple, Cisco, Deloitte and Accenture. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts and the author of SuperCreativity.
Fees vary with format, audience, and travel. For events in the USA, James Taylor's speaking fees start from $15,000 USD (covering North America, Latin America and Asia), net of bureau commissions; the client arranges business-class travel from the UK, ground transport, and accommodation. Share your brief and the team will provide a tailored proposal for your San Francisco event.
Yes. James builds every keynote around the client's sector and audience, and his core themes — artificial intelligence, creativity and the future of work — are a strong fit for the Bay Area's technology, venture and startup community. He connects global trends to the specific opportunities facing San Francisco organisations.
Submit an enquiry with your event date, audience size, and theme through the contact form or booking popup. The team typically responds within 24 hours, then tailors the keynote and coordinates all travel and AV logistics for your San Francisco event.
As early as possible — popular dates fill quickly. For major conferences and peak periods we recommend confirming 6–12 months ahead. Smaller corporate events can often be accommodated at shorter notice, so it is always worth checking availability.
Yes. James is available for keynotes in San Francisco and across the wider Bay Area, and delivers both in-person and fully interactive virtual sessions with the same level of customisation in either format.
Booking James Taylor for a San Francisco event starts with a short brief — your event date, audience size, and theme. His team coordinates all travel and AV logistics and typically responds to enquiries within 24 hours.
Tell us about your event and we'll come back to you within 24 hours with availability and a tailored proposal.
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