Taylor Dee Hawkins is an accomplished international speaker, having spoken at United Nations Conferences, the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, The Global Parliamentary Congress and The Dubai Futures Forum. Taylor has a strong record of equipping leaders and organisations with the inspiration, insights and skills to shape a better collective future.
Current Work:
Taylor is the Managing Director of Foundations for Tomorrow, a non-profit with the mission of supporting leaders to unlock the full potential of our future. Taylor is also an Advisor to the Our Future Agenda initiative of the United Nations Foundation and an experienced leadership development specialist designing and delivering programs for organisations such as Google, Salesforce, CISRO, adidas and Coles.
Taylor sits on the Advisory Board of the World Economic Forum’s Global Foresight Network, alongside world-renowned futurists and government leaders. Taylor is also part of the Executive Leadership Team of the Network of Institutions for Future Generations, collaborating with policy leaders and innovators to safeguard the future for generations to come.
Through her non-profit, Foundations for Tomorrow, Taylor convenes the Australian Parliamentary Group for Future Generations, bringing together 24 Federal Members and Senators of Parliament to discuss innovative policy proposals to protect our collective future, and chairs the Intergenerational Fairness Coalition. This year, Taylor is working closely with two Members of Parliament on a cross-partisan initiative to introduce a proposal for legislative reform to protect future generations’ interests into Australia’s Parliament in November 2024. Taylor has also built thriving collaborations with international governments and organisations alike to bring global leadership insights to Australia.
Taylor is also a Managing Consultant with Leading Initiatives Worldwide and runs her own strategic consultancy and leadership development business, Future Frontiers Group.
Taylor’s work has been recognised through the NSW Young Australian of the Year Award (finalist), Smart Company’s 30 under 30, the NSW Young Achiever Awards (finalist), YAIIA’s Young Women to Watch in International Affairs, the MBAus Awards Social Impact Awards and was selected as one of the 12 global Kofi Annan Changemakers for 2023.
Talking Points
Intergenerational Leadership: Galvanising Solidarity for Impactful Outcomes
In today’s age of crisis, many leaders around the world know that the answer lies not only in future-fit leadership, but collaboration across generations. Leaders are often faced with generational challenges, tose that have inequitable impacts across generations, will take at least a generation to address, and require intergenerational collaboration to be overcome. By breaking down the barriers and narratives that divide us, Taylor coaches leaders to tackle these ‘generational challenges ’ and embrace the transformational potential of intergenerational leadership . Intergenerational Leadership: Galvanising Solidarity for Impactful Outcomes
Taylor makes this expansive topic feel conquerable. Taylor speaks from a wealth of experience in working with corporations to develop cultures and skills fit-for the future, and with leaders across the advocacy and policy landscape to reimagine how we make decisions at a national and global scale.
By unpacking the necessary leadership mindset and skill sets needed for a brighter collective future, Taylor's session will leave the room with a deep understanding of how transformative and accessible the power of unity across generations can be.
The Unexpected Leader: Embracing Difference for Strategic Success
Breaking conventional stereotypes and reimagining leadership is essential to our future. Exploring the nuances of leadership assumptions and biases, this talk delves into the power of unexpected leaders in carving unconventional paths to success. Drawing from the success stories of trailblazing individuals who defied stereotypes, it illuminates how diverse leadership attributes serve as strategic advantages. By championing authenticity and resilience amidst challenging landscapes, unexpected leaders can leverage their uniqueness to drive innovation and transformative change in their organisation.The Unexpected Leader: Embracing Difference for Strategic Success
Taylor’s toolkit for leadership identity is energising and pragmatic, pairing an inspirational vision for contemporary leadership with practical guidance informed by on-the-ground experiences with government, business and civil society leaders around the world.
Resilient Leadership: Strategies for Thriving Amidst Adversity
Amidst the tumultuous waters of leadership challenges, resilience emerges as the key to success. This session delves deep into the art of cultivating leadership resilience, offering a roadmap for leaders to navigate through challenging times with fortitude and grace. By unpacking practical strategies and techniques, this talk equips leaders with essential tools to not just survive but thrive amidst adversity. Resilient Leadership: Strategies for Thriving Amidst Adversity
Drawing inspiration from Taylor’s experience working with young activists through to Parliamentarians and CEOs, this session showcases how resilience fosters perseverance, adaptability, and transformative leadership impact in the face of daunting obstacles.
Next Gen Leadership: Charting a Course that is Future-Fit
In today’s complex landscape, adaptability and innovation become the cornerstones of future-fit leadership. This energising keynote unravels the intricacies of future-fit leadership by dissecting the core pillars of mindset, method, and mastery. Next Gen Leadership: Charting a Course that is Future-Fit
With experience working with leaders across CSIRO, Salesforce, Google, Australian Federal Parliament and international organisations, this speech is informed by Taylor’s bold vision for the future paired with her real-world experience and expertise. Filled with practical tools and real-world case studies, this session empowers leaders to embrace discomfort, foster innovation, and embody transformative leadership practices to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing world.
Audacious Leadership: Embracing Authenticity and Accountability for Change
At the intersection of audacity and authenticity lies a transformative journey towards impactful leadership. By championing boldness and value coherence in leadership narratives, Taylor underscores the power of authenticity in fostering innovation and meaningful transformation. Audacious Leadership: Embracing Authenticity and Accountability for Change
This compelling talk delves into the core tenets of audacious leadership, equipping the room with self-awareness, accountability, and creativity as linchpins for driving change in their leadership journey.
By drawing on her experience as someone who has been accelerated into organisational leadership at a young age - being an organisational leader, expert advisor and experienced board director by her mid-twenties - and insights through her practice as an executive coach, enterprise-level leadership specialist and future generations policy advocate, Taylor is uniquely positioned to offer a fresh perspective on the requirements of audacious leadership.
Video
Taylor Dee Hawkins | Founder of Foundations For Tomorrow. Renowned Speaker on our Collective Future
Taylor Dee Hawkins, a renowned Speaker and expert on leadership, dives into the responsibilities of young leaders and citizens to innovate and collaborate on critical issues such as climate change, justice, and equity. She emphasises the importance of creating infrastructure to support effective leadership and decision-making, urging us to push through challenges and embrace collaboration. Taylor explores the essential qualities future leaders need to drive a vision of a just, equitable, and sustainable world. Learn how to equip yourself with the tools and insights necessary to meet today's crises head-on and lead with confidence and creativity.Taylor Dee Hawkins | Banking & Finance Oath Keynote | Saxton Speakers
Discover the insights of Taylor Dee Hawkins, Founder of Foundations For Tomorrow, in this thought-provoking video on our collective future. Taylor, a renowned Keynote Speaker and MC, delves into the critical role of young leaders and citizens in driving innovation and collaboration on pressing issues such as climate change, justice, and equity. She highlights the necessity of creating infrastructure to support effective leadership and decision-making, encouraging us to overcome challenges and embrace collaborative efforts. In this video, Taylor explores the essential qualities future leaders need to envision a just, equitable, and sustainable world. Gain valuable insights on how to equip yourself with the tools and strategies necessary to address today's crises and lead with confidence, creativity, and resilience. Watch now to learn from one of the most inspiring voices in leadership and sustainability.Taylor was incredibly professional, well-spoken and a wonderful addition to our conference program! ... keep reading Slipstream Connect
After a recommendation from a senior leader in financial services, Taylor was invited to speak as the keynote speaker at The Banking and Finance Oath's (The BFO) Young Ambassador Awards evening in June 2021. Taylor was invited to speak about the role young people can play in driving positive change, thus contributing to a more just society. Taylor also provided great inspiration to those young ambassadors who - as apart of the 12-month Young Ambassador Program - are charged with raising awareness of the importance of ethics, self-reflection and individual accountability in financial services. Taylor was an engaging, authentic and passionate speaker and connected with her audience. Taylor quickly understood the purpose of The BFO and nailed the brief after just one discussion and remained in contact with us to keep us across the research and great work she was carrying out with Foundations of Tomorrow.
I had the pleasure of working with Taylor on a complex, high-profile project that we were launching in Sydney for the first time. Throughout the entire process Taylor demonstrated incredible professionalism, integrity and creativity to ensure that we maximised the project's outcomes. She is able to adapt her communication style to the audience and strategically respond to learnings to refine project delivery. I would not hesitate to work with Taylor in the future, I've tried, and know that she will benefit whichever project or business she works with next.
Taylor was both professional and relatable. This was evident by listening to the questions the students posed to her after her presentation. They were really thoughtful, wide-ranging and curious. Taylor did an incredible job answering them all. From the minute I met Taylor, she exuded a quiet confidence and humility. She speaks about her achievements in a way that showcases her skills and attributes, without being boastful, yet never diminishing what she has done in her short life. She manages to strike a balance that is both aspirational for young women, while also be highly relatable. FEEDBACK 5/5
Taylor Hawkins is an exceptional leader whose working style and competencies are truly admirable. Her calm, informative, and welcoming demeanour while hosting the podcast on our toolkit reflects her expertise and passion for sharing knowledge and stimulating discussions. Her ability to convey complex concepts with clarity and ease is commendable, making her an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance. Taylor is always ready to listen and challenge, and we're grateful for the opportunity to learn from her throughout our projects.
What impressed me most about Taylor was her inclusive approach to discussing different topics. She created an open and welcoming environment that encouraged individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to contribute to the discussions. By actively listening to others' viewpoints and fostering a culture of respect, Taylor facilitated meaningful dialogues that broadened our understanding of key issues in national security leadership. Taylor's engagement with all attendees was truly commendable. She demonstrated a genuine interest in the participants' experiences and challenges, taking the time to address their concerns individually and provide valuable insights and guidance. Her ability to connect with each person, ensured that everyone felt heard and valued throughout the workshop. Taylor' senthusiasm for the subject matter and her passion for empowering women wasprofound. She consistently maintained a high level of energy and her expertise was evident throughoutthe session. Taylor highlighted both theoretical andpractical examples of leadership, creating strong links to the overall theme of national security. Via the use of engaging presentation slidesshe was able to expand on a range of concepts, ensuring all were accessible to the participants.
Taylor is an extremely talented, dynamic and an engaging presenter, speaker and facilitator. She has an incredible ability to make sure everyone she speaks with is heard, safe & seen. I've been very lucky to have Taylor as a facilitator for Flourish Girl for a few years now and she has been a positive role model to so many young women across Australia. Her deep care & passion for people is shown in the way that she speaks and listens to her audience. She is a big believer in meeting the audience with where they are at. Her wisdom is beyond measure and consistently goes above and beyond to share her latest opinions on important topics such as feminine leadership, international climate engagements & future interests of Australia. So many leaders & well established organisations can learn so much from Taylor.
We had Taylor co-host a 3 Day conference earlier this year. She had a strong willingness to assist with preparations leading into the conference with a deep focus on attendees and their experience. Throughout the 3 days, Taylor was incredibly engaging, professional and supportive, going above and beyond to serve every attendee. We will definitely utilise Taylor's hosting expertise at our future conferences.
Taylor presented a workshop to members of my cohort in late 2021. Despite there being a range of ages, she created a welcoming environment where all felt comfortable to participate. She is a calm and passionate presenter, speaking confidently to her content. Taylor struck the perfect balance between lecture style content and tailored activities that met the cohort where they were at, giving practical and tangible learnings which the participants continued to use after the session. In the lead up, Taylor was organised, easy to communicate with and all around delightful. I would love to work with her again, and couldnt recommend her more highly.
I invited Taylor to facilitate an interactive dialogue between world-class CEOs (members of the CEO Climate Alliance) and members of several global youth communities (including the Global Shapers Community) at COP26 in Glasgow which took place in November 2021. The objective was to bring these groups together to increase mutual understanding and open doors for collaboration on climate action. At the front of the room, Taylor is comfortable and her facilitation style is professional and accessible. She expertly manoeuvres the topics and tensions while using her personality to put participants at ease. She's a magnet for attention and respect, which she returns in multiples. Taylor is a competent, confident and well informed speaker, a thoughtful listener and a charismatic individual with the capacity to inspire, mobilize and organize others. A pleasure to work with, Taylor made coordination a breeze - even across a 10 hour time difference. She's wildly efficient, puts her full mind and heart to the task, and is extremely considerate. I have full trust in her abilities and can't wait to invite her back.
Your knowledge and passion for your field were evident in your inspiring, thought-provoking, and engaging presentation. We have received an overwhelming number of compliments from the delegates who felt captivated, inspired and motivated following your talk.
