Stephen Yarwood is a renowned futurist, respected urbanist, and former Lord Mayor of Adelaide. Passionate about empowering corporate and community leaders, he applies strategic foresight to help navigate complex social, environmental, and economic change, creating preferred futures.  

Stephen holds degrees in planning, environmental studies, and an MBA. He brings international experience, having advised global organisations including Airbnb, contributed to large-scale developments in Saudi Arabia, and delivered keynote presentations around the world. As Lord Mayor of Adelaide (2010–2014), his collaborative leadership helped elevate the city’s international profile. 

His extensive expertise in urban and strategic planning spans from high-level strategy to on-the-ground implementation. Stephen’s work reflects a deep commitment to integrating people, place, technology, and sustainable innovation to build thriving, future-ready communities.