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“Our work with Seth helped us see the future and unlock the power of our people”
Barbara Schwarzentraub | Caterpillar
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Very few speakers have spent as much time as seth did in preparing for our event. World class prep. World class expeirence
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We knew we needed to change, seth help us drive it.
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Building Human-Centered Cultures in the Age of Smart Manufacturing
Trusted manufacturing Keynote Speaker on the Future of Work, Leadership, and AI
In an era where automation, AI, and digital transformation are redefining the manufacturing landscape, the true competitive edge lies not just in technology but in the people who drive it. As a keynote speaker for the manufacturing industry, Seth Mattison empowers organizations to cultivate high-performance cultures that embrace innovation while prioritizing human potential.
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Key industry challengs
Why Manufacturing Needs Regenerative Leadership
Manufacturing Needs Human Leadership, Not Just Technical Leverage
The manufacturing sector is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional models focused on efficiency and output are giving way to approaches that value adaptability, creativity, and employee well-being. To thrive in this new environment, leaders must foster cultures that regenerate energy, encourage innovation, and support continuous learning.e.
Automation Anxiety: Embracing the Human Advantage in the Age of AI
As AI and robotics reshape the factory floor, fear of obsolescence quietly spreads. Workers wonder: Where do I fit in this future? The opportunity isn’t to replace people—but to elevate them.
Seth helps teams reframe automation as a partner, not a threat—amplifying the uniquely human skills machines can’t replicate.
The Burnout Breakpoint: From Grind Culture to Regenerative Leadership
Decades of hustle have delivered results—but also fatigue, turnover, and quiet disengagement. Today’s workforce is rejecting burnout culture in favor of balance, meaning, and sustainability.
Seth’s regenerative leadership model replaces the grind with sustainable high performance rooted in care and ownership.
The Talent Cliff: Future-Ready Leadership for a New Generation
With waves of retirements and younger generations skeptical of legacy cultures, manufacturers face a looming talent drought. Attraction and retention now depend on more than pay—they require purpose.
Seth equips leaders to build growth-oriented, values-driven environments that inspire the next generation to stay and lead.
Perpetual Reinvention: Navigating Change with Future-Ready Leadership
In a world of nonstop disruption, change fatigue is real. Teams are tired of being transformed—they need to be led through it.
Seth prepares leaders to anticipate, communicate, and empower their people through uncertainty—with confidence and clarity.
Thriving in this era requires unlocking the power of BOTH technology and human potential.
UNLOCKING THE POWER OF EXTREMELY HUMAN REQUIRES
THE WINNERS OF TOMORROW NEED TO BE EXTREMELY FAST OR EXTREMELY HUMAN.
How My Work Applies to the Manufacturing Industry
My work helps manufacturing leaders expand from managing tasks and timelines to inspiring people and possibility. We move from a mindset of output extraction to creative expansion, activating cultures where trust, energy, and innovation flow naturally.
This approach transforms:
Innovation from fast iteration to meaningful creation
Team Culture from hustle-and-grind to sustainable high performance
AI Integration from tool-focused adoption to purpose-driven application
Leadership from tactical oversight to visionary influence
I’M SETH MATTISON
Born and raised on a 4th generation family farm in the heart of the Midwest, I learned early on that change is the only constant.
From the weather to the markets, adaptability wasn't just a skill - it was a way of life. For the past two decades, I've had the privilege of working shoulder-to-shoulder with visionary leaders from some of the world's most iconic brands, helping them navigate the complexities of transformation in the age of unprecedented change. Through my work at FutureSight Labs, I'm on a mission to empower leaders with the insights, strategies, and tools they need to build organizations that are not just future-ready, but future-leading.
SPEAKING
Programs designed specifically for Manufacturing leaders
Through transformative and immersive experiences, I’ll help you decipher the trends and craft a strategy to thrive in an age of disruption—one grounded in purpose, powered by human-centered leadership, and focused on unleashing the limitless potential of your people.
As generative AI accelerates and automation becomes ubiquitous, the organizations that win will be those who amplify what makes us most human. This keynote explores how to build high-trust, high-performance cultures that thrive alongside smart machines.
Audiences will learn how to:
Use AI to unlock creativity, not replace it
Build cultures of trust, connection, and contribution
Help teams rediscover meaning in their work during transformation
Identify the uniquely human skills that drive long-term value
Ideal for: Orgs embracing AI transformation, looking to keep their culture strong and mission-driven.
THE HUMAN Advantage
Regenerative Healthcare
Speed is no longer the only currency. In a sea of automation and scale, what makes products, services, and companies stand out is love—the care, intention, and energy people put into what they make. This keynote invites teams to elevate their craft and build cultures that obsess over impact.
Audiences will learn how to:
Make the work matter by reconnecting to purpose
Design products and experiences that are felt, not just used
Elevate creative standards through deeper care and devotion
Celebrate excellence over speed alone
Ideal for: Product, design, engineering, and leadership teams looking to build a culture that fuels both innovation and inspiration.
The future-Ready
Change is no longer episodic—it’s constant. This keynote equips tech leaders to guide their teams through rapid evolution with strength, presence, and vision.
Audiences will learn how to:
Anticipate the future of work, tech, and talent
Lead through uncertainty without creating fear or fatigue
Build high-agency teams ready for disruption
Develop the six capacities of future-ready leaders
Ideal for: Manufacturing executives, founders, and people leaders navigating growth, re-orgs, or large-scale transformation.
TOGETHER
SHAPE THE FUTURE
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Let's discuss how my keynote can help your team discover the human advantage in financial services while successfully navigating transformation. Whether you're planning a leadership summit, annual conference, or change initiative, I'll work with you to create a customized presentation that addresses your specific challenges and opportunities.
