Futurist, Keynote Speaker and Best-Selling Author

Leading the global conversation on human-AI dynamics, translating complex technological advancements into simplified, actionable strategies that inspire business transformation and growth.

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As the world evolves at an unprecedented pace, old strategies and approaches quickly lose relevance. Preparing for the future requires a fresh perspective in two key areas—and this is where John excels.

He simplifies complex technology scenarios, enabling decision-makers to craft clear, future-focused strategies rather than clinging to outdated models. At the same time, he leverages the latest research in neuroscience to unlock human potential and foster lateral creativity, empowering leaders to solve tomorrow’s challenges instead of merely driving efficiencies in outdated systems and models.

About John

A co-host of the 2x award-winning business podcast, The Expansive; ranked in the top 1.5% of podcasts in the world, and the top 5% shared podcasts (source: Spotify).
An author and co-author of 11 books, five of which are best-sellers.
Ranked 5th among the World's Top Futurists for 2025, according to Global Gurus research.
A Global Expert at Singularity.
Faculty at Duke Corporate Education.
A 4x TEDx Speaker.

A.I FRONTIERS FOR LEADERS

Optimizing decision-making in evolving business landscapes, simplifying AI to empower leaders to make better, bolder choices.

THE HUMAN A.I SYMPHONY

Unlocking lateral creativity in the workforce by elevating awareness, expanding consciousness, and sharpening foresight.

TRANS-FOR-MOTION

Reimagining organizational structure with dual teams, one optimizing today, the other building tomorrow.

Brands John's Worked With

See what sets John Sanei apart as an international keynote speaker of choice

“John’s presentation was outstanding. Despite the trouble with his flights, he was professional and one of the best speakers I’ve seen. He delivers the message in a very unconventional framework which made us think. Truly a speaker to be recommended”

EXXARO

“John lives his version of Magnetiism, attracting success in all respects. His frank honesty, militant optimism and abundance thinking is liberating to all audiences. John never fails to enthuse and inspire, he is truly worth listening to.”

MASTERCARD

“Fantastic! Thought provoking. Very informative. I learned a lot in this session.”

PWC

“We really enjoyed our session with John and looking forward to doing more work with him.”

COCA-COLA

“John’s keynote was eye-opening and enlightening! It resonated with all of us.”

UNILEVER

“Very few people can command the attention of a room like John Sanei. A truly magnetic presenter. Quite simply, John does not settle for mediocrity, and it shows.”