Gihan Perera
Futurist, Speaker, Author and AI Researcher
A pioneer in technology and communication, Gihan has led AI research, built early internet infrastructure, founded one of Australia’s first web development companies. His programs empower audiences to embrace change, act on opportunities, and build confidence in an uncertain world.
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Gihan Perera is a business futurist, conference speaker, AI researcher, and author, guiding organisations and leaders to thrive in times of disruption. From employee burnout, hybrid work, and AI, to global uncertainty, Gihan helps people navigate change with clarity, confidence, and optimism.
With over 30 years of experience, Gihan has worked with leaders across Australia and the globe, sharing insights on future trends, leadership, and organisational transformation. Recognised as one of the Top 30 Global Futurists in 2025 and by Forbes as the #5 social media influencer worldwide in his field (#1 in Australia), he is also a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and was awarded 2024 Educator of the Year by Professional Speakers Australia.
Gihan is the author of Disrupted, Disruption By Design, The Future of Leadership, and ten other books. A pioneer in technology and communication, he led early AI research, built early Internet infrastructure, founded one of Australia’s first web development companies in 1996, and has been delivering online presentations since 2009, including consulting for Citrix and contributing to Presentation Zen.
His presentations, masterclasses, and leadership programs combine future-focused insights, interaction, humour, and practical strategies, leaving audiences empowered and equipped to embrace change.
Gihan holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Australia and blends his expertise in science, AI, and human communication to help individuals and organisations become fit for the future.
Topics
Fit For The Future
Thriving, Not Just Surviving, in a Fast-Changing World
In an era of rapid change marked by digital growth, climate action, evolving workplace norms, AI, and more, it’s easy to think the future is outside our control. But that’s not true. We all have the opportunity to shape the future – and that starts now.
Leveraging AI
Humans and Machines – Better Together
The AI revolution is here, and ChatGPT has made it real for millions around the world. If you’re not already engaging with AI, you’re falling behind. But it’s not as simple as just switching it on and hoping for the best!
Seeing Into the Future
Practical Foresight for a Fast-Changing World
Welcome to a world where uncertainty, change, and disruption rule! The best leaders don’t promise certainty, but they offer more clarity and confidence so we can all make better, more well-informed decisions now.
Customers On Your Side
Engaging the Customer of the Future
The world is in flux, and so are your customers. Are you keeping up? Your future success depends on leaders who can navigate uncertainty, teams with a customer-first mindset, and a culture that embraces change.
Bright Sparks
Building a Culture of Change Agents
Disruption and innovation are both about change, but it’s disruption when change happens to you and innovation when you create the change yourself. Make innovation part of your team’s DNA and build a culture that drives sustained success.
Future-Ready Leaders
From Chaos and Confusion to Clarity and Confidence
We have already faced years of change and uncertainty, and there’s more to come. More than ever, we need leaders to step up and lead the way – providing clarity and confidence in the face of chaos and confusion.
