About Dean

“If I was walking down the street and I saw somebody with a jetpack fly over me, I’d believe anything’s possible.

I’d be inspired.

Doesn’t that make the world a better place?”

This isn’t Dean’s quote – it’s from the Disney film Tomorrowland. The movie itself is entertaining, visually stunning, but most importantly... it’s inspirational.

That’s what Dean Johnson has brought to brands – and real people – for the past three decades. He has pushed boundaries in Design, Technology and Innovation to design the future through emerging technology, dynamic storytelling and a deep understanding of the creative industry.

Every business needs a rebel. Dean challenges established thinking to deliver maximum impact and returns with an understanding of startups to multinationals, through constructive and motivational leadership – and Jetpack Moments.

Dean has the rare ability to look at technologies from a humanistic perspective. Very often technology can become the central focus for a brand, so much so that human beings become detached from the story that a brand is trying to tell. 

Dean firmly places the human at the centre of everything by not only exploring the potential of technology for the companies he works with but more so by starting with the human being and working back to the technology.

In order to become a company of tomorrow, Dean believes that brands must be thinking about how technologies and humans exist in one narrative so they connect rather than disconnect with a brand and the story it tells. As a prolific writer, commentator and BBC Tech pundit, Dean’s views have appeared in a wide range of international publications. You can also read his personal thoughts, ideas and theories here on his blog.

Dean has delivered over 250 keynote speeches around the world to companies and conferences from multiple industries. He is especially sought after within the technology, marketing, entertainment and auto industries. He has delivered talks to Fortune 100 companies and Government Officials, Financial Institutions and Universities. His customised presentations inspire, inform educate and encourage innovation and transformation. 

As someone who ‘Designs The Future’ for the companies with whom he consults, Dean not only brings his extensive knowledge and experience from his tech and innovation perspective, but also from a visual approach which is hugely important for bringing marketing or product design to an audience. 

Whether you are looking for a keynote speaker for a conference or corporate event or you are seeking an innovative perspective for boardroom discussion or you require Dean’s extensive knowledge and impressive network of tech companies, globally; Dean is a powerful hub for brands for inspiration, innovation and designing the future.