The Funny Futurist

Signature Keynote

Human Lens on Technology Trends

Zoe Eather’s most in-demand keynote, The Human Lens on Technology Trends, cuts through the noise with clarity, humour and a deeply human lens.

Everyone is talking about AI, automation and digital transformation, but many people are still trying to work out what it actually

means for them.

This keynote brings a human lens to technology, helping audiences make sense of what is changing, where they fit and what becomes possible from here.

A stand-up comedian, highly regarded engineer, and data and technology expert, Zoe brings something rare to the stage. She knows how to dial the technology up or down depending on the audience, making her just as effective with deeply technical teams as she is with broad leadership groups.

At the centre of all her work is a simple but powerful shift.

Most people experience change as overwhelming, confusing, or out of reach.

Zoe helps them move from that sense of “this feels impossible” to “this is possible and I can see my place in it.”

Through her Possible Brain framework, she gives audiences the mindset and practical tools to reframe uncertainty, engage with change and step into what comes next with confidence.

She brings the human and the technology together in a way that makes people lean in, not switch off.

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Why book Zoe

Engaging delivery that lifts the room
High-energy, genuinely funny, and deeply relatable. Zoe is often the highlight of conferences, especially those that risk becoming heavy, technical or overwhelming.

Topics that matter right now
AI, technology, leadership, change, and the future of work, translated into clear, practical insight people can actually use.

From impossible to possible
Audiences do not just understand change. They experience a shift in how they think about it, from uncertainty and doubt to clarity, confidence and action.

Credibility that earns trust
Civil engineer, PhD researcher in data storytelling, Churchill Fellow, with real-world experience across infrastructure, communities and technology.

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Keynote Topics

Human Lens on Tech Trends

Human Lens on Tech

Everyone is talking about AI, digital transformation and big data, but people are still grappling with what it means for them.

This keynote brings a human lens to technology, helping audiences make sense of what’s changing, where they fit and what becomes possible.

The Possible Brain

The Possible Brain

Organisations are asking more of people than ever before. Change is constant and expectations continue to rise. This is overwhelming.

This keynote helps audiences move from overwhelmed to empowered by shifting their mindset and language from impossible to possible.

AI CULTURE SHIFT

AI CULTURE SHIFT

Something deeper than technology is shifting.

As AI reshapes how work is done, it is also changing how people see their value and role. This keynote opens up that conversation and helps audiences navigate what comes next with clarity and confidence.

CHANGE THAT STICKS

Change that sticks

Most change looks good on paper but struggles in practice.

This keynote explores why that happens and what people need to move. It shifts the focus from process to people, helping organisations create change that is understood, supported and sustained.

REGIONAL ADVANTAGE

REGIONAL ADVANTAGE

For years, regional organisations have been told they are behind. The reality is often the opposite.

This keynote explores the strengths that already exist in regional communities and how they can be leveraged to create real momentum in a rapidly changing world.

Smart Communities

Smart Communities

Smart communities are often defined by technology, but technology is not the outcome.

This keynote focuses on what really matters, creating places that are more connected, liveable, and human, and how to move from complex ideas to practical progress.

Funny Female MC

As a stand-up comedian and professional engineer, Zoe is a dynamic MC who blends humour and professionalism to create a memorable experience for any audience. Zoe knows how to connect with a crowd, keeping everyone engaged and entertained from start to finish.

Her warm, approachable style and quick wit ensure that the event flows smoothly, while her thoughtful insights and engaging presence will leave a lasting impact. 

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