Speaking | Jim Hutcherson

Jim Hutcherson helps audiences make sense of change while giving them practical ways to move through it. His speaking brings together a rare mix of executive leadership, military discipline, real-world transformation experience, and personal reinvention, delivered in a way that is grounded, engaging, and immediately useful.

He does not speak about disruption as a theory. He speaks from experience, with stories and lessons drawn from decades of leading through major shifts in technology, business, and workforce expectations. Audiences leave with more than inspiration. They leave with clearer thinking, stronger perspective, and actions they can apply right away.

For event organizers looking for a speaker who can connect leadership, technology, adaptation, and the human side of change, Jim offers a message that is timely, credible, and memorable. If you want a speaker who can challenge the room, connect with people across career stages, and leave them better prepared for what comes next, Jim is a strong choice for your next event.

Keynote Speeches

45-60 minute presentations that inspire and inform, perfect for conferences and corporate events.

Workshops

Half-day or full-day interactive sessions with hands-on exercises and practical frameworks.

Virtual Presentations

All formats available remotely with engaging virtual delivery and interactive elements.

Keynote Topics

The Human Constant: Thriving in the Age of AI

Perfect for: Organizations navigating AI transformation, mid-to-late career professionals, technology conferences

Technology executive Jim Hutcherson has navigated four major technology waves over fifty years, and he's learned that every disruption follows the same pattern. In this keynote based on his upcoming book, Jim reveals why the skills that matter most aren't technical at all.

Key Takeaways:

Recognize the learnable pattern behind all technology disruption
Understand the five human skills that become more valuable as machines handle everything else: judgment, creativity, empathy, connection, and purpose
Identify and overcome the internal resistance holding you back from adaptation
Start taking action today, regardless of your career stage

Leadership in Times of Change

Perfect for: Leadership conferences, corporate retreats, management teams

Change is constant, but leading through uncertainty requires specific skills and frameworks. Drawing from military service, corporate transformation, and mentoring 69 career transitions, Jim shares practical strategies for building resilient teams and navigating organizational transformation.

Key Takeaways:

Build psychological safety during periods of uncertainty
Communicate vision while acknowledging reality
Develop team resilience through shared purpose
Balance innovation with operational stability

Building High-Performance Teams

Perfect for: Team leaders, project managers, organizational development professionals

High-performance teams aren't built on talent alone, they're built on trust, clear communication, and shared accountability. Learn the frameworks Jim has used to build effective teams across military, corporate, and startup environments.

Key Takeaways:

Create clarity around roles, goals, and success metrics
Foster productive conflict and healthy debate
Build trust through transparency and follow-through
Optimize team dynamics for collaboration and performance

Mission Velocity: Fast, Scalable, Secure Government Modernization

Perfect for: Federal technology leaders, government contractors, public sector IT conferences

Government modernization doesn't have to mean choosing between speed and security. Learn how to accelerate federal transformation through portfolio-based execution, low-code platforms, and governance frameworks that enable rather than constrain.

Key Takeaways:

Implement mission velocity frameworks for faster delivery
Align low-code and enterprise platforms with compliance requirements
Scale secure solutions across agencies
Build portfolio-based execution models

Custom Topics Available

Jim can tailor presentations to your specific audience needs, drawing from expertise in:

Digital transformation strategy
Career transition and personal growth
Enterprise architecture and Salesforce platforms
AI integration and automation
Military-to-civilian career transitions
Innovation and strategic thinking

Recent Engagements

FedTech Priorities 2026

February 18, 2026 | Washington, DC | Organized by GovExec

Session: Mission Velocity: The Blueprint for Fast, Scalable, Secure Government Modernization

Co-Speaker: Sean Mee

Audience: Federal government technology leaders and decision makers

Delivered a session focused on accelerating federal modernization through a scalable and secure delivery model. Covered strategies for mission velocity, portfolio-based execution, and aligning low-code and enterprise platforms with governance and compliance requirements.

Services Australia: Enlighten Series

May 27, 2025 | Virtual Presentation

Session: Low Code Development: Accelerating Solution Delivery and Empowering Non-Technical Users

Platform: Services Australia Enlighten Learning Series

Audience: Government agency professionals and innovation teams

Presented as part of the Enlighten Series, an opportunity for participants to learn from external industry experts about innovative ideas, perspectives and practices. Delivered insights on how Low Code development can accelerate solution delivery, empower non-technical users and streamline internal processes. Provided guidance on when Low Code is most effective, and why and when to use it. The session included participant Q&A to address specific use cases and implementation considerations.

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Previous Speaking Engagements

AutoRABIT: Dev(H)Ops Live 2024

April 10, 2024 | 02:25 PM - 03:00 PM | Virtual Conference

Session: Citizen Development with AutoRABIT ARM

Audience: DevOps professionals, Salesforce developers, and citizen developers

Presented on empowering citizen developers with AutoRABIT's Application Release Management platform. Covered best practices for enabling non-technical users to build and deploy applications while maintaining enterprise-grade governance and security standards.

Life Sciences Dreamin' 2023

August 25, 2023 | 09:15 AM - 10:00 AM | Virtual Conference

Session: Unlocking the Power of Citizen Development in Life Sciences

Platform: Powered by Whova

Audience: Life sciences professionals, Salesforce administrators, and business analysts

Delivered insights on empowering citizen developers in the life sciences industry. Explored how low-code/no-code platforms enable scientific and business teams to create custom solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance and data integrity standards critical to the life sciences sector.

ApexHours: Managing Citizen Development in Salesforce

July 29, 2023 | 10:00 AM EST (7:30 PM IST) | Virtual Presentation

Platform: ApexHours

Audience: Salesforce administrators, business analysts, and IT leaders

Shared strategies for effectively managing citizen development initiatives within Salesforce environments. Discussed governance frameworks, best practices for oversight, and methods to balance empowerment with control. Covered approaches to ensure citizen-built solutions maintain quality, security, and alignment with enterprise standards.

Managing Citizen Development in Salesforce

Available Formats

Keynote Speeches

Duration: 45-60 minutes

Engaging, transformative presentations designed to inspire action and provide practical frameworks. Ideal for opening or closing conference sessions, corporate events, and industry gatherings.

Half-Day Workshops

Duration: 3-4 hours

Interactive sessions combining presentation with hands-on exercises, group discussions, and practical application. Participants leave with actionable tools and frameworks.

Full-Day Workshops

Duration: 6-8 hours

Deep-dive sessions that allow for comprehensive exploration of topics, extensive practice, and personalized application to participant challenges.

Panel Discussions & Fireside Chats

Duration: 30-45 minutes

Available as moderator or panelist for discussions on leadership, technology transformation, and career development.

Book Jim to Speak

Create an unforgettable experience for your audience with practical insights, engaging storytelling, and actionable strategies from four decades of technology leadership.

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