August 11-12, 2020
Toronto, Canada
Rebel & Cabana
Speakers & Stages
Futurist Conference brings together 100+ speakers every year to discuss and debate how future technologies impact the social, economic, environmental and political landscape of our global economy.
A FEW PAST SPEAKERS ...
MAIN STAGE - THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
MAIN STAGE PRESENTATIONS
We bring together world-class speakers to discuss the future of emerging technologies. Speakers provide insights on the latest industries that are being transformed and disrupted.
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Frequently our speakers and presenting companies launch products on-stage, make major announcements, and showcase their innovative solutions for the first time.
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Most presentations are bundled with panel discussions and similar industry keynotes to create themed segments on-stage throughout the 2 day conference.
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Don't miss out on hearing the future first.
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Applications for main stage presentations are now open.
MAIN STAGE PANELS
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Our panels bring together experts from different industries to discuss and debate current topics that will impact our future.
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This year some of our main stage panel themes (pending applications) include:
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The Future of Blockchain Technology
The Future of Cryptocurrencies
The Future of Decentralized Finance
The Future of Security Tokens
The Future of Privacy & Security
The Future of Regulation
The Future of Raising Capital
The Future of Social Impact
The Future of Artificial Intelligence
The Future of Cannabis
The Future of eSports
A condensed segment of the top featured Futurist companies presenting lighting talks on their projects.
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Presented on the main stage with reserved front row seating of 50+ investors, press, and media outlets.
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The showcase is designed for all investors, press, media outlets and attendees to hear from all the featured Futurist companies in a short period of time
Interested in learning how to become an official Futurist presenting company? Request a sponsorship package.
NEW THIS YEAR!
PURPLE STAGE - TRAINING WORKSHOPS
Blockchain Bootcamp: An Overview
20 Minute Sessions
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What is blockchain technology?
Blockchain vs. cryptocurrency.
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What is Ethereum? How this Toronto born technology has changed the world.
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An overview of digital collectables and one-of-a-kind tokens. The non-fungible token revolution.
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How to future-proof your profession and the new career opportunities ahead.
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Real-world use cases: How blockchain technology is changing every industry.
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Apply to be a speaker. Suggest your own topic or put your own spin on one of the above.
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Speakers Announced June 1, 2020. Apply Today!
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Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency
For Beginners
20 Minute Sessions
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What is bitcoin & cryptocurrency?
The benefits of coins, tokens, and programmable digital currency.
What is a wallet? How to get started.
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What is an exchange? How to get started.
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What is mining? How to get started.
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A refresher for everyone: Security, passwords, keys, and privacy.
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How ​to accept cryptocurrency for your business.
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Fundraising for charity with cryptocurrency.
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Receive free cryptocurrency and airdrops! Hands-on workshop on how to send, receive and store cryptocurrency.
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Apply to be a speaker. Suggest your own topic or put your own spin on one of the above.
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Speakers Announced June 1, 2020. Apply Today!
Technical Developer Workshops
30 Minute Workshops
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Technical hand-on workshops for developers taught by developers.
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Workshops range from beginner to advanced on a topic of your choice.
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Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop but not mandatory.
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Apply to be a speaker for our technical developer workshops today!
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Business & Strategy Workshops
10 Minute Sessions
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Business workshops for entrepreneurs taught by business professionals.
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Workshops are tailored for small to medium size enterprises.
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Topics will include but not limited to:
Raising Capital, Legal Services, Accounting & Finance,
Marketing, eCommerce, and Social Media & Community Building
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Apply to be a speaker for Futurist Business Workshops.
UPPER DECK - ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Community Forum & Roundtables
60​ Minute Roundtable Discussions
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Lead & facilitate a roundtable discussion on a topic of your choice.
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Organize and bring together community leaders and organizations to join in the discussion.
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Roundtable is inclusive and open to everyone.
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Individuals, pairs, teams, or organizations can apply to be a facilitator.
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Facilitator Applications Due April 30, 2020
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We receive thousands of applications every year for the conference. Please be patient with the selection process. You can apply for more than one topic/workshop/roundtable.
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We will begin to select and announce speakers April 1, 2020. Applications will close early July 2020.