Graeme Codrington, FPSA, DBA

Dr Graeme Codrington is an expert on the new world of work and multigenerational workplaces. He is a keynote presenter, author, futurist and strategy consultant, working across multiple industries and sectors.  His unique style blends cutting-edge research, thought leading insights with humour and multimedia-driven presentations and workshops.

He has a particular interest in trends affecting how people live, work, interact and connect with each other.  He speaks on the TIDES of change - the five key disruptive forces shaping the new world of work: Technology, Institutional change, Demographics, the Environment and shifting Social values.

Speaking internationally to over 100,000 people every year, he has shared the platform with the likes of Edward de Bono, Jonas Ridderstrale, Sir Ken Robinson and Neil Armstrong, and was recently voted “Speaker of the Year” by the Academy for Chief Executives. His client list includes some of the world’s top companies, and CEOs invite him back time after time to share his latest insights. Graeme is a visiting professor at four top business schools, including the London Business School. He has a Doctorate in Business Administration and three best-selling books published by Penguin.

Graeme writes regularly for many magazines and journals, and has appeared regularly on both TV and radio, talking about future trends and the new world of work.

Graeme is the co-founder of TomorrowToday, a global consulting firm with presentations and programmes to assist their clients in overcoming four business critical challenges:
   1. Understanding new realities in a changing world
   2. Improving leader, team and talent performance
   3. Elevating customer experience and marketing performance
   4. Developing and executing strategy in a new world of work.

Graeme’s breadth of knowledge and expertise makes him highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving business world. He has formal qualifications in business administration, accounting, theology and sociology, and a wide range of business experience, from articles at KPMG to an IT startup, and professional musician to strategy consultant. His experience and depth of knowledge combine together with his conversational and humorous presentation style.

What clients have said:

“This was one of the best sessions we’ve had in the last 5 years. Graeme did a fabulous job presenting important information in a very entertaining way. It was absolutely fantastic!”
      Stephanie Porter, Director: Customer Programs, Amdocs Marketing Group

“Your presentation was just outstanding!!! The content and your personal approach. Everybody is still talking about it…. Once again accept my sincere congratulations on your presentation / provocation last week. Everybody was quite touched by your approach – a clear evidence of this were the constant references about ‘generation GAPs’ which spontaneously appeared along the remaining workshops.”
      Sonia Lara Nunes and Teresa Passos, dynargie, Portugal and Europe

“Graeme’s talks are always inspiring and thought-provoking; his topic is well-researched and the message, although serious, is delivered in a humorous and informal manner. His presentations are always extremely well received by our audiences and his talks have certainly had a favourable impact on the way in which we conduct business. In particular, Graeme’s presentation on ‘The New Generation’ has been a consistent favourite with our audiences. It is a pleasure to work with Dr Codrington and his professionalism (on and off the stage), together with his values, result in a wonderful working relationship. I can highly recommend him as a speaker.”
      Allen Swiegers, Chief Operating Officer, Deloitte, Southern Africa

“Graeme brings to his sessions not only pertinent understanding of strategy, economies and generational differences, but also challenges members of his audience to bring about essential change in their approach to individuals and markets. I’ve seen this inspire leaders to create sustainable, profitable and ethical futures for their organisations. His professional approach and clear expertise brings immediate rapport with his audiences. This, coupled with the obvious backing of research for the content he presents, makes his presentations immediately worthwhile. The greatest impact of his sessions in my mind however is how he enables people to make the necessary decisions that lead to sustainable growth, at both an organisational and individual level.”
      Dr Charlene Lew, CSP: Senior Programme Manager, Gordon Institute of Business Science

“My Chapter (Young Presidents Organisation) recently had the pleasure of participating in a lecture and then follow up workshop with TomorrowToday.biz. Their presentation literally blew the socks off all who participated. I recently utilized their services to present the future business plan for a Chamber of Commerce that I chair and after presenting the plan , utilizing this company to produce the multi-media presentation, received outstanding compliments, including personal compliments from Mr. FW De Klerk (our previous State President) as well as from John Samuels (CEO of Nelson Mandela’s Foundation). In fact a copy of the presentation was presented to Mr. Mandela at the request of his office.”
      Marc Lubner, Africa Gateway Chapter, Young Presidents Organisation

Most commonly requested presentations and programs:

Graeme is one of the world’s top-rated expert speakers, and speaks at about 100 conferences, strategy sessions and meetings ever year. Graeme’s unique conversational style combines cutting-edge graphics and multimedia with solid, researched content, wrapped in a gently rebuking humour. This allows Graeme to both inform and inspire, while showing audiences of all levels the realities of the new world of work.

Graeme’s primary focus is on the new world of work. His latest presentation and programme is "After Shock: the five forces shaping the world of work in the next decade". In this presentation, Graeme outlines the five disruptive forces that will shape the world of work in the next decade. He presents compelling evidence for each trend, including case studies and implications which are customised for each particular audience and event.

Graeme’s other presentations are focused on the implications and applications of “After Shock”. Each of the five trends can be dealt with in more detail, and there are key implications for leaders, people management and connecting with customers. The other presentations and programmes are all designed as stand alone products, so that they can be used either on their own, or as part of a larger, extended programme.

• Aftershock: What happens after what comes next

The five disruptive forces shaping the new world of work in the next decade. Understand the forces that are reshaping the business landscape, and see how they can help you predict the future and gain a competitive advantage in your industry. The five forces are: Technology, Institutional upheaval, changing Demographics, the Environment and shifting Societal values. These are the T.I.D.E.S. of change. A guaranteed paradigm shaker, this presentation or workshop will show you how to set a strategic agenda that will ensure your success in the next decade!

• More about TECHNOLOGY:
  Beyond the Hype: How Web 2.0 is impacting today’s young people, and how they’re going to impact your business

A new generation of young staff and clients have different expectations of work, management, how they will buy from you, and even how they communicate. The old idea of shouting your message – or he has the deepest pockets wins – has changed. What people want now is a way to engage with you. As customers they want websites that allow interaction – they want you to listen to them, not just shout messages at them. As staff, they use their computers (and mobile phones and Blackberries) not just for work, but as integral ways of managing their lives – and even as tools to help them take a break and refocus.

• More about DEMOGRAPHICS:
  Mind the Gap: Understanding different generations

This award-winning humour-filled presentation shows us why we don’t always understand people older or younger than ourselves. Discover secrets to getting more from your leaders, teams and customers. A highly motivational and inspiring presentation!

• More about THE ENVIRONMENT:
  The Future is Now: Take advantage of the coming green revolution

Discover the steps every company can take now to reduce costs, increase sales and connect to a new generation of ethical consumers. This presentation reveals the business case behind building sustainability into your business. Highly engaging, thought provoking and relevant for today’s successful businesses.

• Other presentations on the IMPLICATIONS of a NEW WORLD OF WORK:
• Succeeding in Tough Times: Learning to thrive in a changing world

When change is unpredictable, incessant and out of our control, we feel stressed and unsettled, and we can quickly lose focus and effectiveness. This session looks at a simple, but well proven, model that helps make sense of turbulent times, and is the basis for future success in the new world of work. Participants will leave excited about the prospect of managing change and dealing with turbulent times, with specific strategies and plans for coping better with the changes they face. They’ll understand better how we respond to change – and why. And most importantly, they’ll be more confident of their ability to succeed in tough times, and influence others to do the same. More information is available on request, as this session needs to be highly customised.

• Future-Proof Your Child: Understand why the world has changed, and how to respond as a parent of young children

Based on Graeme’s 2008 book of the same name, this presentation or workshop would be ideal as a “work life balance” focused session at a conference. More information is available on request.