Dr. Shawn DuBravac

Global Futurist, Trendcaster, NY Times Best-Selling Author

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Dr. Shawn DuBravac's Biography

Dr. Shawn DuBravac is author of the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate (Regnery, 2015), which explores how the world’s mass adoption of digital technologies portends the beginning of a new era for humanity in the realms of business, healthcare, finance, transportation and culture. DuBravac is a well-regarded futurist and trendcaster who writes frequently on disruptive technological shifts. He advises companies and C-level executives on market opportunities and industry strategy. He is president and founder of Astra Insights which provides consulting, research and advisory services to CxOs on a myriad of topics including digital transformation strategies, business model disruptions, the pace of technological change and overcoming myopic thinking. For over a dozen years DuBravac served as chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the U.S. trade association representing more than 2,000 consumer tech companies and owner and producer of CES. DuBravac has been widely published on the topics of technology, finance and economics. His keen insights regarding the economic drivers of the global tech industry and future trends have made him a highly sought-after keynote speaker and commentator. DuBravac travels both internationally and domestically to meet with tech industry leaders and present on technology trends and the economy. In addition, his analysis has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Financial Times, Washington Post, Wired, Los Angeles Times, Barron’s and on-air with CNBC, Bloomberg, CBS and other media outlets. He was the primary driver of smartphone and cyber-security equity indexes, developed in partnership with NASDAQ, and the CTA consumer confidence index. In 2012, DuBravac was named to Dealerscope’s “40 under 40” list of people to watch in the consumer technology industry. He is a member of the National Association of Business Economists and currently serves as the president of the Conference of Business Economists. DuBravac has taught in George Washington University’s MBA program, George Mason University’s MBA program, at the University of Mary Washington and currently teaches at Marymount University. He holds economic degrees from Brigham Young University and George Mason University. DuBravac resides in Virginia with his three sons. When not helping executive teams unlock innovative thinking, he can be found climbing 14ers, running marathons and coaching youth sports.

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The Digitization Of Healthcare

In this keynote, our speaker Dr. Shawn DuBravac explores how digital technologies are transforming healthcare. From telemedicine to AI-driven diagnostics, he highlights innovations reshaping patient care, efficiency, and accessibility.

Audiences gain insights into both the opportunities and challenges of digitized healthcare. Dr. DuBravac equips leaders with strategies to harness data-driven medicine while navigating ethical and regulatory complexities.

Finance And Risk Management In A New Digital Age

In this talk, Dr. Shawn DuBravac examines how digital disruption is redefining finance and risk management. He explains how emerging technologies—from blockchain to predictive analytics—are reshaping financial services.

Our speaker provides leaders with tools to adapt to volatility, leverage digital solutions, and create resilient financial strategies fit for the future.

The Future Of Work - Are Robots Going To Take Our Jobs?

In this session, Dr. Shawn DuBravac tackles one of the biggest questions of our time: how automation and AI will impact the workforce. He explores which tasks are most at risk and where new opportunities are emerging.

Through data-driven insights, our speaker shows how individuals and organisations can prepare for a future where human skills and technology work hand in hand.

Transportation Transformation

In this keynote, Dr. Shawn DuBravac highlights the revolution taking place in transportation. From autonomous vehicles to next-generation aviation, he demonstrates how mobility is being reshaped by technology.

Our speaker equips audiences with foresight into the future of transportation ecosystems, revealing both disruptive risks and opportunities.

Are We Ready For Smart Cities?

In this talk, Dr. Shawn DuBravac explores the promise and challenges of smart cities. He illustrates how sensors, connectivity, and AI are creating more efficient, sustainable, and livable urban environments.

With real-world examples, our speaker explains what it will take for businesses, governments, and citizens to thrive in this new urban era.

Changes In Retail, Hospitality, And The Future Of Professional Services

In this keynote, Dr. Shawn DuBravac examines how digital transformation is disrupting customer-facing industries. He highlights how new technologies and consumer behaviors are reshaping retail, hospitality, and professional services.

Our speaker offers strategies to adapt to shifting expectations, leverage data insights, and create innovative service experiences.

Swipe Right For Digitally-Induced Cultural Shocks

In this thought-provoking session, Dr. Shawn DuBravac uncovers how digital technologies are altering culture at lightning speed. He explains how apps, platforms, and digital habits redefine relationships, identity, and society.

Our speaker challenges audiences to anticipate and adapt to these cultural shocks while seizing new opportunities for engagement and innovation.

Voice, AR, Blockchain And More: The Challenges And Opportunities Of Emerging Technologies

In this talk, Dr. Shawn DuBravac explores the frontier of emerging technologies. He examines how voice interfaces, augmented reality, blockchain, and other innovations are transforming industries.

Our speaker provides audiences with frameworks to understand and evaluate these disruptive shifts—equipping them to seize opportunities while managing uncertainty.

Digital Objects > People - The Future In A World Of IoT

In this keynote, Dr. Shawn DuBravac discusses the rise of the Internet of Things and its profound impact on business and society. He explains how connected devices are outnumbering people and reshaping interactions in every sector.

Our speaker offers insights into how organisations can harness IoT to drive efficiency, innovation, and new business models.

Artificial Intelligence

In this session, Dr. Shawn DuBravac demystifies Artificial Intelligence and explores its transformative impact across industries. He reveals how AI is driving change in healthcare, finance, transportation, and beyond.

Our speaker also addresses the ethical, regulatory, and societal challenges of AI adoption. Audiences leave with a clear understanding of how to embrace AI responsibly and strategically.

Dr. Shawn DuBravac's Biography

Dr. Shawn DuBravac is author of the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate (Regnery, 2015), which explores how the world’s mass adoption of digital technologies portends the beginning of a new era for humanity in the realms of business, healthcare, finance, transportation and culture.

DuBravac is a well-regarded futurist and trendcaster who writes frequently on disruptive technological shifts. He advises companies and C-level executives on market opportunities and industry strategy. He is president and founder of Astra Insights which provides consulting, research and advisory services to CxOs on a myriad of topics including digital transformation strategies, business model disruptions, the pace of technological change and overcoming myopic thinking. For over a dozen years DuBravac served as chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the U.S. trade association representing more than 2,000 consumer tech companies and owner and producer of CES.

DuBravac has been widely published on the topics of technology, finance and economics. His keen insights regarding the economic drivers of the global tech industry and future trends have made him a highly sought-after keynote speaker and commentator. DuBravac travels both internationally and domestically to meet with tech industry leaders and present on technology trends and the economy. In addition, his analysis has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Financial Times, Washington Post, Wired, Los Angeles Times, Barron’s and on-air with CNBC, Bloomberg, CBS and other media outlets.

He was the primary driver of smartphone and cyber-security equity indexes, developed in partnership with NASDAQ, and the CTA consumer confidence index. In 2012, DuBravac was named to Dealerscope’s “40 under 40” list of people to watch in the consumer technology industry. He is a member of the National Association of Business Economists and currently serves as the president of the Conference of Business Economists.

DuBravac has taught in George Washington University’s MBA program, George Mason University’s MBA program, at the University of Mary Washington and currently teaches at Marymount University. He holds economic degrees from Brigham Young University and George Mason University. DuBravac resides in Virginia with his three sons. When not helping executive teams unlock innovative thinking, he can be found climbing 14ers, running marathons and coaching youth sports.