Ben Hammersley is a world-renowned futurist, technologist, and strategic advisor who has been at the forefront of the digital revolution for over two decades. NASA has described his work as essential for understanding the future of human-machine interaction, and he is famously credited with inventing the word “podcasting” in 2004. As the Founder of Hammersley Futures and a former Editor-at-Large of WIRED magazine, Ben provides deep-foresight advisory to royal households, G7 governments, and Fortune 500 firms, helping them navigate the complex cultural and political implications of emerging technologies.

A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and a frequent advisor to the European Commission, Ben’s influence reaches across the globe. He is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker and broadcaster who helps organizations explore the next 50 years of society. His ability to identify and communicate the implications of digital culture, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence is unparalleled, making him a trusted voice for organizations like the BBC, Deloitte, and Microsoft.

With a background as a foreign correspondent and a pioneer in digital journalism, Ben has a unique ability to bridge the gap between technical innovation and societal impact. He has built a career analyzing the “cognitive agility” required to lead in an age of exponential change, helping multi-national firms turn technological disruption into strategic opportunity. His insights are regularly featured in global media, including the Financial Times, The Guardian, and the Atlantic.

Ben’s mission is to help organizations build a future that is both resilient and intellectually capable of handling the radical shifts of the 21st century. Whether advising government ministers or coaching the world’s leading CEOs, he remains focused on the practical application of foresight and the human elements of digital transformation. He is known for a provocative yet deeply engaging delivery that challenges audiences to rethink their relationship with technology.