“John Yarrow brings a rare combination of storytelling instinct and real-world tech expertise to every stage he steps onto.” — Event Organizer, Dallas Tech Summit
Recent Engagements
Upcoming
- Killer National Writer’s Conference — August 2026
- Granbury Writer’s Group — April 2026
Previous Engagements
- FenCon Science Fiction/Fantasy Conference
- Killer National Writer’s Conference
- PCON Science Fiction/Fantasy Fan Conference
- Ravencon — Science Fiction/Fantasy Fan Conference
Public Speaker
Book John Yarrow
John Yarrow is an in-demand speaker on the intersection of emerging technology, cybersecurity, and strategic leadership — brought to life through the lens of his award-winning sci-fi thrillers.
Whether addressing a corporate boardroom, a tech conference, or a literary festival, John delivers talks that are equal parts insightful and entertaining — grounded in real-world expertise and brought alive by the storytelling craft that defines the Time Forward Trilogy.
Example Topics
The Future of Cybersecurity
What the next decade of digital threats looks like — and what organizations can do today to stay ahead of tomorrow’s adversaries.
- How AI is being weaponized by both attackers and defenders — and what that arms race means for your organization
- The real-world vulnerabilities hiding inside critical infrastructure, supply chains, and everyday devices
- Practical frameworks for building a security-first culture before the next breach, not after
Strategic Leadership Under Uncertainty
Drawing on both corporate experience and the narrative of the trilogy, John explores decision-making when the future is genuinely unknown.
- Why the leaders who thrive in disruption think in scenarios, not certainties
- Lessons from the Time Forward Trilogy on consequence, accountability, and acting under pressure
- Building teams that stay decisive when the playbook no longer applies
Storytelling as a Business Tool
Why the most effective leaders are also the best storytellers — and how to develop that skill at any level of an organization.
- The neuroscience behind why narrative moves people when data alone cannot
- How to structure any business communication — pitch, memo, or keynote — like a compelling story
- Real examples of storytelling that shifted culture, closed deals, and rallied teams
Technology & the Human Condition
A thought-provoking look at how emerging technologies are reshaping what it means to be human — told through the lens of speculative fiction.
- From gene editing to autonomous systems — the technologies arriving faster than our ethics can keep up
- What sci-fi gets right about the future that corporate forecasters consistently miss
- How to use fiction as a strategic tool for anticipating disruption and preparing your organization
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