Warren Knight

Digital Transformation & Digital Leadership Keynote Speaker

Warren Knight is an award-winning keynote speaker a top 100 Global Influencer and top 100 Tech Influencer, he’s internationally recognised as a speaker in 30 countries, trainer, and coach on Digital Leadership & Digital Transformation, with nearly 15 years digital experience he’s an award-winning technology entrepreneur, certified Agile leader and author of Think #Digital First.

Change agent Warren Knight’s personal approach to transforming how we view disruptive technology is to empower individuals with positive choices to reach business objectives and as a result, builds stronger companies and more engaged communities.

His vision is to, by 2035, help 1,000,000 leaders globally build a workplace based on culture, community, and technology for generation Alpha.

After receiving a grant from the Prince’s Trust at 22 (following a career as a hip hop dancer), Warren started a successful distribution company.

Next he became the director of a global stationery business working with Disney and Nickelodeon, growing the business from a $5M – $30M in a 5-year period, selling to over 30 countries, and achieving $1 million sales in one month.

Since then, Warren has won various industry awards and co-founded two IT companies. The first, an ecommerce platform that received SEIS investment, valuing the business at £1m within two years. The second, an online learning platform.

Warren has written four books, three digital books on sales, international growth and social media available on Amazon. His latest 2nd edition of Think #Digital First book is available to buy on Amazon and Think Digital First website.

Within these core areas as a technology futurist, Warren covers everything from Fintech, Blockchain, AI, IoT, V.R., Marketing Automation and he focuses on business culture and customer communication, helping leaders to embrace digital leadership.

His clients include – Shell, GSK, Phonak, Capita, Royal Mail, Brittany Ferries, Omantel, PDO Oman, Nizwa Bank, Bank Muscat, BPMA, Vodafone, Prudential, QNB, Ahli Bank, Zain Telecoms, Safaricom, Qatar Foundation, Qatar Insurance, Saudi Electricity, Ministry of Justice Oman, Dealtrak,NMBS, NBS, Blackpool College, WGC Group, Garmin, Brother UK, McCurrach, Toshiba, Dominos, Dermalogica, Chester Zoo, Careers Wales, Sharp Business, Wigan, Milton Keynes and Chester Council, Glenair, NHS, RTI International, IHS Int, Voltamp, Oman Development Bank.

SPEAKER TOPICS

Warren Knight is an engaging, dynamic keynote speaker. His speaking subjects include –

• Survive Today, Thrive Tomorrow
• Digital Leadership: The Future of Work
• Digital Transformation into 2025
• Five Enablers for Business Agility
• Automation: Culture and Customer
• I. and Robotics
• Digital Business – The Tipping Point of Success
• How Technology Disrupts Sales & Marketing

“With these words I would describe Warren. A true professional who is very passionate about AI and leadership and inspires people to begin their AI journey. Warren's presentation is entertaining and energetic. He is very dedicated and wants that every presentation is unique and fits perfectly to the certain target group to which he is holding the presentation for. Cooperation with Warren is very smooth and pleasant.  Thank you Warren. It has been a true pleasure working together with you!”  Head of AI and Robotics at Management Events

“We were delighted to welcome Warren to London Bridal Week this year, after a fantastic response to his keynote in 2017. Once again he absolutely delivered – the audience loved him and the seminar theatre was packed out for his session. A lot of bridal retailers are nervous when it comes to promoting their business on social media and digital marketing, and Warren managed to deliver a talk that was accessible for retailers at a mix of experience levels.”  Head Marketing Ocean Media Group UK 2018

“Warren is a brilliant speaker having a lot of interesting topic, not only about marketing. His presentations are always both educational and full of show. That's the reason why we invited him again. His presentation was full of great examples, as well as tips and people really loved it. We’re looking forward to future cooperation with Warren again.”  Performance 2020 Czech Republic 2018

“We at DigiArenaHelsinki were very happy to have had Mr. Knight as one of our keynotes. His technology in sales and marketing and social media keynote were very popular and really gave our audience both practical tools and inspiration to develop their own performance. DigiArenaHelsinki wants to bring the latest digital to old and trends for the marketing and sales community in Finland and we felt that Mr Knight was the perfect choice to do just that.”  Event Producer DigiArena Finland 2018

“The BPMA invited Warren Knight to be a speaker at one of the Education Days. Members really enjoyed Warren's subject not only this but Warren's natural engaging personality held the audience attention and got the message across clearly. Warren's presentation ‘Social Media on the Move’ spoke about the practical aspects of turning social media traffic into quantifiable business opportunities, Warren received high ratings from all delegates that attended. Warren would come highly recommended for any event, exhibition, or talk.”  Marketing Events Executive BPMA UK 2018

“Warren exudes 100 percentage energy and passion for digital leadership. His insights and seamless facilitation stimulates great syndicate discussions and generates the spark for the engine of innovative thinking.  The immense paradigm shift I have undergone since participating in the course Warren led has created endless possibilities of digital transformation, supported by solid models for change.  I have been lucky to meet cutting-edge thinkers in their field during my career, and Warren hits top spot, entirely in a class of his own. Thanks for the inspiration and the confidence, Warren – you've written a solid intro to many people's digital stories. thank you!”  General Manager and Digital Leader 

“Warren is a master of his craft! I was a little apprehensive going on the CMI L7 Digital Leadership course recently, as I wasn't sure I would learn anything new.  Having spent 3 days learning new tools and tips from Warren, I was left feeling really inspired and reinvigorated by his passion for digital leadership. Warren has a really professional yet personal way of sharing his knowledge. Everyone was encouraged to share learnings and ideas, which really helped keep focus and interest throughout the event.  I'd highly recommend Warren to anyone that wants a deep-dive in digital leadership, and I hope I'll get the opportunity to hear him guest speak at future events.”  Head of Digital Experience

“Warren provided an inspirational keynote at our annual Standards Publishing Advisory Board (SPAB) conference in Denver, Colorado, USA.  Titled ‘Digital Business: The Tipping Point of Success’, his talk was engaging, entertaining (he coached an audience member to do the ‘moon walk’ on stage!), and educational.  Warren took the time to meet with dozens of the meeting attendees prior to his speech to make sure that everything he talked about was relevant to that audience. He has a naturally engaging and approachable style that was well-received by everyone.  I’d highly recommend Warren for your event.” Director of Global Product Marketing

“I have just completed a Digital Leadership training course with Warren as the tutor and I have to say, what a great and inspiring tutor and guy!  Very engaging content with a good mix of theory and practical, and a brilliant facilitator. I have come away from the training with not only lots of ideas and tools to support my business and but for how to build my own personal brand in the digital space.”  Group Executive Director Female Board Member Transformation Leader

“A warm and engaging speaker who is clearly highly knowledgeable in his subject area.  I returned to my company energised with a clear vision of how I could deliver digital transformation.”  Business Information Systems Manager (BIS)

“I had seen Warren present a couple of years ago, I then went on and registered on his website and kept up to date with his offerings via email.  When the course popped up, I immediately knew that this is what we needed as a business.  We were at the stage of knowing we needed to advertise our business more, and we needed to do this with consistency.  I knew that digital marketing was the way forward but I didn't know how, as we were conscious we wanted to do this the right way!  The course itself was very easy to follow, Warren was always very good at explaining things and even tailored examples suited to people on the course and their businesses.  I always new digital leadership was the right way, but I now have the tools and processes that I need to engage with our customers online. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Warren to any business, small or large, the value I have taken away from the course has been fantastic.”  CEO

“Warren spoke at our event the National Sales Conference 2018, on the agenda for the inaugural Academy Stream…  Warren had a huge impact on our audience and was rated one of the best-rated speakers amongst the likes of Sir Clive Woodward.  A truly engaging presenter which is tricky when speaking to over 400 attendees. We are already discussing ways we can work together in 2019.   Would highly recommend Warren as a keynote.”  NSC – UK's No.1 Sales Development Day

“The course with Warren was exactly what I needed, and it came at exactly the right time.  I was getting ready to grow an online and bricks & mortar retail shops, having never done this before and the thought of having to read textbooks or e-books really stressed me out with everything I already had to do to make the deadline.   The chunked once-a-week format, with accountability built in was very effective, and meant that did take action on the points as they arose.  The class size was perfect too – we all got plenty of individual attention and tailored advice.   The course has meant that I am now able (and keen) to manage my own digital leadership because I have all the tools to do so myself, and this has translated into a more authentic, real voice for my business to my customers.  The results of this are already spectacular.   Warren was always easy to contact, punctual and professional.   I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who knows they need to get a better handle (or any handle at all) on digital leadership.”  CEO

“Amazing course!!!   I thought I knew a bit about digital transformation and leadership but Warrens digital course superseded my expectations. I realised there was a lot I didn’t know. Countless tips for useful sites and ideas to consider which Warren has used. Breaking each week down into the 10 steps was essential as the content is huge. I do like how Warren also included 1-1 coaching each week to personalise the experience and answer any specific questions. I think this course would benefit business owners and those wishing to have a greater knowledge of digital marketing. Even if you don’t do it all understanding what’s required is essential- you can always outsource parts of it.  He has written some great books on the subject which he kindly gave to us at the end of the mastermind experience where all the course delegates came together to share challenges and ideas.  5-star recommendation and I don’t give many of them.”  CEO

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