Foresight and strategy for a fast-changing world
Keynotes, executive education and strategic briefings
Amy equips leaders to anticipate how technology, power, and risk are changing—and make informed decisions about what to do next.
Why Audiences Hire Amy
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Insight that clarifies complexity
Amy translates disruptive technologies, geopolitical shifts, and societal change into clear implications for leaders making high-stakes decisions.
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Frameworks teams can use immediately
Amy’s keynotes offer practical foresight tools that help organizations anticipate risk, evaluate options, and prepare for multiple plausible futures.
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A steady, engaging presence
Amy combines intellectual depth with a grounded, relatable delivery that leaves audiences more confident and focused on what they can influence.
See Amy in action
Keynote Topics
The New Rules of Governance in an Era of Distributed Power
How authority is shifting toward networks, companies, and civic coalitions — and what leaders must understand to operate effectively in this environment.
Strategic Foresight for Leaders: Making Confident Decisions Under Uncertainty
A practical approach to recognizing emerging signals, assessing long-term risks, and preparing organizations for multiple plausible futures.
AI, Geopolitics, and the Changing Risk Landscape
How artificial intelligence is reshaping global competition and exposure — and what enterprise risk teams need to plan for now.
Narratives That Move Organizations
Based on her book Strategic Narrative, Amy shows leaders how to use narrative structure to align teams, accelerate strategy, and reduce friction during change.
The Future of Work: Identity, Technology, and the Human Body
How emerging technologies are redefining performance, trust, and the social contract inside organizations.
Author of Strategic Narrative
Amy’s book introduces a clear framework for aligning people around new strategies during periods of disruption. Leaders across government, industry, and the nonprofit sector use it to sharpen messaging and support organizational change.
Selected Speaking and Facilitation Engagements
What Audiences Say
“Dr. Zalman provided an essential futurist’s view of the global security environment …. Her assistance in helping senior Army leaders understand … the battlefield in 2050 will improve the critical roles of the Army of the future.”
—David G. Perkins, former Commanding General, US Army Training and Doctrine Command
“Amy’s keynote sparked a spirit of innovation and enthusiasm for the future, while breaking down a complex topic into understandable language. The keynote expanded perspectives about future trends… and pushed the audience to think about how their own work might have to change.”
—Cris Gardner, VP Futurecasting, AARP
“The keynote was exactly what we were looking for … We thought Amy created a wonderful mix of inspirational words and concrete frameworks. We would definitely recommend working with Amy!”
—Lindis Tracey Norlund, Senior Official, Norwegian Financial Management Agency
“Dr. Zalman gave a very insightful view on the challenges facing Korea in the tremendously transforming world and offered innovative and practical solutions for Koreans to grapple with those challenges and find opportunities in the new world environment.”
—Sophia Hong, Director, International Relations Department, KBS
Book Amy for Your Event
For speaking availability or to discuss your event, contact:
Amy Zalman
+1 646 543 8430
