Question 1

Who is Jim Carroll?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll is one of the world's leading global futurists and keynote speakers, with over 30 years of experience helping Fortune 500 CEOs, government leaders, and major trade associations navigate accelerating change. Named by BusinessWeek as one of four Influential Sources of Insight on Innovation, he delivers highly customized keynotes on AI, digital transformation, and industry disruption. He is the author of multiple books including 'The Future Belongs to Those Who Are Fast.'

Question 2

What industries does Jim Carroll specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll delivers industry-specific keynotes across automotive, agriculture, healthcare, retail, financial services, manufacturing, and technology. He is known for deep customization — every keynote is tailored to the specific disruptions, trends, and competitive dynamics facing that industry.

Question 3

What is Jim Carroll's keynote speaking fee?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll's keynote speaking fee ranges from $30,000 to $50,000+, depending on event format, location, and customization requirements. He is represented by Washington Speakers Bureau, Harry Walker Agency, BigSpeak, APB Speakers, National Speakers Bureau, and London Speakers Bureau.

Question 4

How do I book Jim Carroll for a keynote?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll can be booked directly through jimcarroll.com or through his representative speaker bureaus: Washington Speakers Bureau, Harry Walker Agency, BigSpeak, APB Speakers, National Speakers Bureau, and London Speakers Bureau.

Question 5

What topics does Jim Carroll speak about?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll's core keynote topics include: the future of AI and generative AI, innovation acceleration, digital transformation, industry-specific disruption, leadership in a high-velocity world, the future of work, and strategic foresight. His signature theme is helping organizations align to an accelerating future — not just understand it.

Question 6

What awards and recognition has Jim Carroll received?

Accepted Answer

Jim Carroll was named by BusinessWeek as one of four Influential Sources of Insight on Innovation and received the Canadian New Media Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002. He has advised global leadership at organizations including NASA, the Walt Disney Company, Johnson & Johnson, and hundreds of major trade associations worldwide.

Question 7

Has Jim Carroll written any books?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim Carroll is the author of multiple books including 'The Future Belongs to Those Who Are Fast,' 'Think Big, Start Small, Scale Fast,' 'Dancing in the Rain,' 'Now What?,' 'Ready, Set, Done,' 'What I Learned From Frogs in Texas,' 'Being Unique,' and 'Escaping Mediocrity.' His books are available at books.jimcarroll.com.

Question 8

Is Jim Carroll available for virtual keynotes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim Carroll delivers both in-person and virtual keynotes for global audiences. He has spoken at events in over 60 countries and is experienced in high-production virtual formats for large-scale conferences and executive leadership events.

Futurist Keynote Speaker, Author, Innovation Expert.

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