Taylor Dee Hawkins

Taylor is a passionate entrepreneur focused on future-driven leadership, policy innovation, and social impact. She is the Managing Director of Foundations for Tomorrow, a non-profit dedicated to advancing the protection of future generations’ interests in Australia, which recently launched the Australian Parliamentary Group for Future Generations and the Intergenerational Fairness Coalition. Taylor was the only young person invited to speak at the Global Parliamentary Congress due to her significant work in this area. She has also served as an Advisor to the Our Future Agenda initiative of the United Nations Foundation.

An accomplished speaker, Taylor has spoken at international events such as the United Nations COP26 Climate Conference, Stockholm+50, and the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. Additionally, she is the only young person on the World Economic Forum's Global Foresight Network Advisory Board and the Executive Leadership Team for the global Network of Institutions for Future Generations.

Taylor's professional background is rooted in years of leadership development experience. She has designed and facilitated enterprise leadership programs to foster future-driven leadership for organisations like CSIRO, Google, Adidas, and Salesforce, for which her work has been nominated for several industry awards. This includes her ongoing collaboration with Leading Initiatives Worldwide and developing programs for the Office of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, such as the Future Generations Leadership Accelerator and the Policy Leader Toolkit.

Taylor’s efforts have earned her recognition through various accolades, including Smart Company’s 30 Under 30, the NSW Young Achiever Awards (finalist), YAIIA’s Young Women to Watch in International Affairs, the MBAus Social Impact Awards, and the NSW Young Australian of the Year Award (finalist). In 2023, she was selected as one of the 12 Kofi Annan Changemakers.

  • Saxton Speakers Bureau

    Saxton Speakers Bureau

    Taylor is represented by Saxton Speaker Bureau as a Keynote Speaker, Panelist & MC. Review her profile below and contact us for further information.

  • Leading Initiatives Worldwide

    Taylor is a proud member of the Leading Initiatives Worldwide team, working closely with the team to deliver large-scale programs and immersive learning experiences.

  • Foundations for Tomorrow

    In 2020, Taylor Co-Founded a non-profit called Foundations for Tomorrow. Learn more about Taylor’s work through Foundations for Tomorrow below.

  • “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.”

    Katie Hoeflinger | Specialist, World Economic Forum

  • "Taylor Hawkins is an exceptional leader whose working style and competencies are truly admirable. …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."

    Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales

  • “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...Her ability to connect with each person ensured that everyone felt heard and valued throughout the workshop. Taylor's enthusiasm for the subject matter and her passion for empowering women were profound. She consistently maintained a high level of energy and her expertise was evident throughout the session."

    Chelsea Muir, Senior Events Officer, ANU National Security College

  • “Your knowledge and passion for your field were evident in your 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.”

    Samantha Page, CEO, Early Childhood Australia

  • “I wish we had more time with Taylor to talk about everything to do with leadership! Taylor is amazing. I could have listened to her for days! Taylor’s session was very insightful - I took the most notes from this session! Taylor’s frank and fearless approach, along with her practical insights, were very appreciated.”

    Program Participant, 2024

  • “Taylor is a highly skilled and experienced leadership development practitioner, facilitator and change leader. She has a sharp mind and takes a much-needed practical and real-world approach to developing senior leaders. Taylor expertly navigates strategic, operational and tactical aspects of work she is involved in, rapidly learns organisational and cultural context, and adeptly hits the ground running. She rapidly builds rapport and genuine connection with diverse participants and stakeholders and is an excellent facilitator. I have no hesitation in recommending Taylor.”

    Enterprise Leadership Program Partner

  • “From the minute I met Taylor, she exuded 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 being highly relatable.”

    Academy for Enterprising Girls

  • “Taylor was a fantastic presenter and facilitator. I’ll be walking away with some great tools, concepts and resources to build my confidence and become a better leader.”

    Audience Member, 2024

Awards &
Recognitions

NSW Young Australian of the Year, Finalist 2023

Kofi Annan Changemaker 2023, one of 12 young leaders selected globally

School of International Futures, Next Generation Foresight Practitioners Judge 

NSW Young Achiever Awards, Finalist 2022 

YAIIA Young Women to Watch in International Affairs, 2022 List

Australia-ASEAN Emerging Leaders Program, 2022 Cohort

MBAus, Community Impact Award 2021

McKinsey Young Leaders Forum, Scholarship Recipient 2021

Foundation for Young Australians, Young Social Pioneer 2020 

Smart Company, ‘30 Under 30’ List 2019

Climate Reality Leadership Corps, Delegate 2019

The Australian Federal Government, Future Female Entrepreneurs Program 2019