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Justin Fishkin

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Industrial pioneer; Co-creator of the world’s first 3D-printed car; Entrepreneur, Innovator, Advisor, Investor

Award-winning entrepreneur Justin Fishkin is a widely respected business strategist, innovator, and investor who focuses on business solutions to pressing global challenges. From his early career with Goldman Sachs through his time managing a broad portfolio of climate-focused solutions for Richard Branson’s Carbon War Room — and beyond, as a serial entrepreneur — he has built, funded, and advised some of the world’s most disruptive companies and initiatives. He is a recognized pioneer in sustainability, circular economy, open innovation, and Industry 4.0.

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As co-founder of FutureOf, Justin Fishkin invests in and advises the world’s most innovative companies. As Chief Strategy Officer of Local Motors, he co-created the world’s first 3D-printed cars and self-driving buses. Prior to Local Motors, he served as Senior Portfolio Manager of Carbon War Room, the organization founded by Sir Richard Branson to identify and scale profitable solutions to climate change.  Justin began his career at Goldman Sachs and spent a decade on Wall Street as an investment banker and investor.  He received his BA in Economics from Duke University and is a native of Washington, D.C.

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Justin Fishkin’s Speech Topics

  • Innovation Ecosystems and the Future of Work

    Fishkin’s speech focuses on the impact of innovation ecosystems on the current and future global economy. He explains how collaboration between individuals, businesses, universities, and government entities is driving technological advancements and economic growth on a local and global scale. He highlights open innovation, crowdsourcing, and co-creation as models for value creation. He addresses the potential for new job opportunities and the need for new skills and training in the changing nature of work. He discusses the role of technology, automation, and entrepreneurship in shaping the economy and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and partnerships in driving innovation. Additionally, Fishkin talks about the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies like automation and artificial intelligence and how innovation ecosystems can help address these issues. Ultimately, Fishkin emphasizes the importance of fostering strong innovation communities for a sustainable and prosperous future of work.

  • The Exponential Impact of Emerging Technologies

    Fishkin explores the digital economy and exponential growth of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) and their potential to transform industries and disrupt traditional business models. Fishkin provides examples of companies and industries that have successfully adapted to these new technologies and highlights the opportunities for innovation and growth. The speech touches on the ethical and social implications of these emerging technologies, such as the potential loss of jobs, the impact on privacy and security, and the need for responsible development and deployment. Overall, the speech emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing emerging technologies to thrive in a rapidly changing world.


  • Local is the New Global

    Fishkin explores the growing trend towards community-based economics and the potential benefits for businesses and communities. He discusses how localization can lead to more resilient supply chains and highlights emerging technologies, such as micro-factories and smart mobility, that enable localized logistics and production. The speaker provides examples of successful local innovation initiatives and highlights the role of technology in connecting and empowering local communities. He emphasizes the potential benefits of localization for cities, such as reduced environmental impact, job creation, and stronger community involvement — and touches on the challenges of implementing localized approaches in urban settings. Overall, the speech emphasizes the importance of supporting and nurturing local economies to create more sustainable and equitable global systems.

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