David Rowan

David Rowan is a leading authority on the intersection of emerging technology and commercial strategy. As the founding Editor-in-Chief of WIRED magazine's British edition, he spent years embedded with the architects of the modern digital landscape, establishing early connections with the founders of Google, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Spotify, and Twitter. Beyond his editorial career, he is a seasoned investor in the technology sector, having backed over 150 early-stage firms, including two that have achieved billion-dollar unicorn status. He currently serves as an adviser to various venture capital funds and the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. Author of the acclaimed business bestseller Non-Bullshit Innovation, David travelled across twenty countries to identify seventeen concrete strategies for navigating technology-led disruption. His expertise is frequently sought by global organisations and governments; he has chaired discussions for the World Economic Forum and delivered over six hundred keynotes worldwide. Having previously written technology columns for The Times, GQ, and The Sunday Times, he possesses a rare ability to demystify complex shifts in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and autonomous systems. David is booked by corporate audiences for his ability to translate high-level tech trends into practical defensive strategies. His presentations are characterised by a fast-paced, engaging style that uses real-world examples to help leaders build resilient, future-ready organisations. On stage, David Rowan is best known for talks on Digital Business & Strategy and Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Business & Consulting, Marketing & Brand and Technology, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. David Rowan is regularly booked for Conference Speaker and Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, David Rowan travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how David Rowan would approach your audience.