Ufuk Tarhan is a renowned futurist and strategist with over 20 years of experience in Future Studies, well-known in Turkey and international networks. She is recognized among Forbes Magazine's top 50 female futurists. Tarhan has provided consultancy services, conferences, and designed innovative projects for leading global companies such as Microsoft; IBM; Epson; Unilever; Bosch; Siemens; Coca-Cola; Nestle; Ford; Mercedes; Audi; Renault; P&G; Novartis; Sanofi; Pfizer; Turkish Airlines; Lufthansa; PwC; and Deloitte. She delivers seminars and workshops on the future of business, technological trends transforming industries, AI-compatible strategies, and developing future skills.
She holds a bachelor's degree in Economics (Econometrics) from METU and a master's degree in Innovation & Entrepreneurship from BAU. She has been a senior manager in various sectors, primarily technology, for 20 years. She has won numerous awards, including "Most Successful Businesswoman in the IT Sector" and “Women Who Make a Difference.” She is also the author of the best-selling books T-İnsan and Don't Leave Tomorrow's Work for Tomorrow. Tarhan is passionate about sustainability, gender equality, and women empowerment, and actively participates in NGOs working on these issues.
Insights:
The future is not a static state or a destination. It is an interactive journey where we, future and technology change each other. The most critical factor in our relationship with the future is our ability to adapt and transform our skills and competencies according to its demands. Artificial Intelligence will lead to a new industrial revolution. It will radically transform all sectors, business models, production & consumption patterns and living conditions without exception. This will result in significant productivity increases and the create millions of new industries, business fields and professions.
In the age of AI, businesses and individuals aiming for sustainable and successful existence must adopt a futuristic perspective. They need to align their vision, mission, strategy, and action plans with tectonic trends, making necessary revisions as they progress. This involves preparing for 'sustainable capitalism' by adhering to ‘humanist, ecologist, and dataist’ principles. These seismic shifts not only present challenges and threats but also open up unparalleled opportunities and possibilities. Embrace the future's dynamic nature and turn potential obstacles into stepping stones for innovation and growth. The key lies in recognizing these changes as catalysts for transformative success and positioning yourself to seize the myriad opportunities they bring.
Speaking Topics:
- Tectonic Trends and the Future
- How to Plan for the Future
- Future of AI and How to Adapt
- Future of [Specific Industry] (on demand)
- Upskilling and The Model: T-Human
- Career Renovation and Repair for Everyone
- Don't Leave Tomorrow's Work for Tomorrow
- Corporate Success in the AI World
- Successful Business Person in the Age of AI
- Embracing Innovation for Sustainable Growth with AI
- Navigating Technological Disruption
- The Role of Human Values in the AI Age
- Building Resilient Organizations for the Future
- Ethics, New Metrics, and Rules in AI
- Hurry Slowly to Seize the AI Revolution!
Key Takeaways:
- A comprehensive understanding of the transformative trends shaping our future, especially in the context of AI and technological advancements.
- Learning how to strategically plan for the future, adapt to rapid changes, and leverage AI to drive sustainable growth.
- Acquire practical skills for upskilling and becoming T-shaped professionals, fostering corporate success in the AI-driven world, and navigating technological disruptions effectively.
- Explore the ethical considerations and new metrics in AI, understand the importance of human values, and build resilience in their organizations.
Ultimately, these insights will empower participants to act thoughtfully and strategically, positioning themselves and their organizations to thrive in the evolving landscape of the AI revolution.
