ITProPortal’s Alysia Judge attended Brian Solis’ keynote at the annual Learning Technologies conference in Olympia, London in January 2014. Her summary of his presentation captured why the future of education begins with each one of us. “Nothing says future learning technology like a powerpoint deck,” quips Brian Solis as he takes to the stage at London’s Learning Technologies 2014 conference to deliver the introductory keynote address. And of course he’s right. Gone are the days of the blackboard, now classrooms…
Acclaimed Thought Leader Brian Solis to Present Exclusive Webinar for SmartFocus Clients
SmartFocus is delighted to announce that acclaimed author, blogger and analyst Brian Solis will be visiting the SmartFocus London office on Tuesday, 28th January, to present an exclusive webinar for SmartFocus clients. Brian, whose latest book ‘What’s the Future] of Business?’ explains the importance of creating meaningful consumer experiences, will discuss the future of marketing, the role of technology in the decision‐making process and how to create multi‐channel experiences that really mean something to your audience. He will also take…
We Need More Cowbell, Not More Email
Credit: NBC Direct Marketing News covered Brian Solis’ empowering keynote at the Direct Marketing Association’s Email Evolution Conference in Miami, “We Need More Cowbell, Not More Email.” You know that classic Saturday Night Live “Cowbell” sketch? The one where Christopher Walken plays a music producer and tells big-bellied Will Ferrell that his band’s song needs more cowbell. As the skit goes on, and as Jimmy Fallon continues to lose his composure, Ferrell beefs up the bell. And the more he…
Brian Solis Heads Keynote Lineup at EEC Conference in Miami
The Email Experience Council (eec), the Direct Marketing Association’s (DMA) email marketing arm, today announced that Brian Solis, principal analyst, Altimeter Group and best-selling author of “What’s the Future of Business,” will be the opening keynoter at the Email Evolution Conference, which will be held January 22-24, in Miami, Florida. Solis is globally recognized as one of the most prominent thought leaders and published authors in new media. He joins a distinguished array of keynote speakers, including: David Daniels, CEO…
FOX Business on Apple’s Core…Rotten or Ripening?
FOX Business’ After the Bell featured special guest Brian Solis to discuss the state and fate of Apple. The segment was inspired by Solis’ thought on Apple’s pattern of incrementalism versus innovation on MarketWatch. The segment, “Has Apple lost its innovation mojo” aired on Friday, January 17, 2014 and covered the recent China deal, Apple’s roadmap, Tim Cook, innovation, and the company’s future. Watch the segment here. “Apple is a church without a preacher,” says Solis. But in the end,…
Exhibitor 2014 Asks…What’s the Future of Business?
Learning Track: Marketing & Communications Authors Executive Series Advanced Learning What’s the Future of Business? In an era of social and mobile media, the future of events requires more than incredible programming. You must now cater to an audience that has an audience of its own, and connect with that audience to amplify every experience you create. Leading digital analyst, anthropologist and futurist Brian Solis will explore how to connect audiences, build communities and create shareable experiences with a focus…
Sydney Business Chicks Hosts Brian Solis in Australia
Sydney Business Chicks is excited to welcome Brian Solis! Mon 17th February 2014 9.00-11.00am This is what business used to look like: a customer would come to you, they’d buy from you and you’d hope one day they’d return. You’d sell, sell, sell, giving not much extra beside the occasional fridge magnet or calendar. The future of business won’t be like that. The future of business is all about creating shared experiences according to Brian Solis, one of the most…
Brian Solis Joins Lithium’s Thought Leader Series in SF
Jan 15, 2014 | 9:00 AM PST Please RSVP Agenda: 9:00 – 9:30 AM-Coffee & meet-and-greet 9:30 – 10:30 AM-session/ panel/webcast 10:30 – 11:30 AM-Book Signing & Networking Attendees will receive a copy of Brian’s new book, What’s the Future of Business, Changing the way businesses create experiences Please contact us with any questions: shawn.szurley@lithium.com 225 Bush Street, 15th Floor San Francisco, CA 94104
Peter Guber Reviews Brian Solis’ Latest Book, What’s the Future of Business
Originally published on Amazon as an “Expert Review” by Peter Guber While everyone’s talking about social media, professional motivation, or the need for change in business, people who are actually looking for answers to bring about change are left to draw upon the classic treatises of Peter Drucker, Dale Carnegie, Geoffrey Moore, Tom Peters, et al. Yet, what those pundits don’t provide is the “how to” shape your role and opportunity in this evolving landscape of consumerism. There’s an old…
WTF Makes The Sydney Morning Herald’s 2014 Summer Reading List
From The Sydney Morning Herald, January 3, 2014 There’s nothing like a few quiet days, a lounge chair and a couple of good books to expand our horizons. In the first of two articles, we’ve asked executives from a range of technology businesses for their summer reading recommendations to give you a handy guide to the must-read books of the season – from social media to security, privacy and more. What’s The Future of Business (WTF), Brian Solis See why…
