Anders Sorman Nilsson
Anders Sörman-Nilsson (LLB / EMBA) is a global futurist and innovation strategist who helps leaders decode trends, decipher what’s next and turn provocative questions into proactive strategies.
Price range
- $35,000 - $40,000
Expert
- AI
- Blockchain
- Change
- Customer Service
- Disruption
- Innovation
- Marketing/Merchandising
- Strategic Planning
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About
Anders Sörman-Nilsson (Global EMBA / LLB) is a futurist and the founder of the think tank and trend analysis firm – Thinque, which provides data-based research, foresight and thought leadership assets for global brands across 4 continents. The company’s vision is to disseminate and decode ‘avant-garde ideas which expand minds and inspire a change of heart’, and clients like Microsoft, Google, Dyson, Apple, Facebook, McKinsey, Jaguar Land Rover, Adobe, MINI, Rugby New Zealand and Lego trust his future guidance. He is an awarded keynote speaker who helps leaders decode trends, decipher what’s next and turn provocative questions into proactive answers. He has published 3 books on digital transformation and innovation including ‘Aftershock’ (2020), ‘Seamless’ (2017) and ‘Digilogue’ (2013), is a member of TEDGlobal, Entrepreneurs Organization where he is the Sydney Chapter’s Leadership Impact Chair, and was nominated to the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders in 2019. He is the author of the 2020 Microsoft & Thinque whitepaper “How Artificial Intelligence is powering Australian Retail in 2020 and beyond”, the co-creator of the B2B marketing award-winning Adobe Creative (CQ) Intelligence test, and is the host of the 2nd Renaissance Podcast as well as the Entrepreneurs Organization’s Scaling Impact Podcast. His futurist thinking has been shared by the Wall Street Journal, Financial Review, Monocle, BBC, South China Morning Post, Esquire and ABC TV.
SPEAKER
This Swedish-Australian futurist has shared the stage with Nobel Laureates, and European and Australian heads of state. He is an active member of TEDGlobal, has keynoted at TEDx in the United States and Australia was nominated to the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders in 2015, and was the keynote speaker at the G20’s Y20 Summit in Australia.
His presentations are meticulously researched, highly energetic, and always fascinating with content tailored to the audience, which is why clients like Apple, Cisco, Mercedes Benz, Hilton, SAP, Gartner, and Macquarie Bank have turned to Anders over the years to help them turn research into foresight and business impact.
AUTHOR
His thought leadership has been featured in international media like Monocle, Business Insider, Sky News Business, Financial Review, CIO Magazine, and Boss. He is the author of the books Seamless: a Hero’s Journey of Digital Disruption, Adaptation, and Human Transformation (Wiley, 2017), Digilogue: how to win the digital minds and analog hearts of tomorrow’s customers (Wiley, 2013), and Thinque Funky: Upgrade Your Thinking (Thinque, 2009).
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Topics
The Future is AI with a Human Soul: Nurturing Ethical Technology for a Humane Tomorrow
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) shapes every facet of our lives, the quest for technological advancement raises profound ethical questions. “The Future is AI with a Human Soul” delves into the heart of this technological evolution, advocating for a future where AI not only mimics human intelligence but also embodies our deepest values and ethical principles.
This keynote explores the delicate balance between harnessing the power of AI to solve complex global challenges and ensuring these technologies are developed and deployed with a deep sense of responsibility, empathy, and ethical integrity.
Anders Sörman-Nilsson, a futurist with a keen eye on sustainable and ethical innovation, guides us through a visionary journey where AI and humanity converge to create a more compassionate and inclusive world.
Key Takeaways:
● Understanding AI’s Ethical Landscape: Unpack the critical ethical considerations in AI development, from data privacy to algorithmic bias, and learn how to navigate these challenges with foresight and wisdom.
● Empathy and AI: Explore how AI can be designed with empathy at its core, enhancing human experiences and relationships rather than diminishing them.
● Sustainable AI Integration: Examine strategies for integrating AI into society in ways that promote environmental sustainability, social justice, and economic equity.
● The Role of Human Creativity: Discover how human creativity and AI can synergize to solve problems that neither could tackle alone, fostering innovation that reflects the best of human values.
● Navigating Risks and Rewards: Balance the transformative potential of AI with a cautious awareness of its risks, ensuring that the path forward safeguards human dignity and freedom.
“The Future is AI with a Human Soul” is more than a presentation; it’s a call to action for leaders, innovators, and communities to collaborate in shaping an AI-enhanced future that honors our collective humanity. Join Anders in envisioning and working towards a world where technology serves as a bridge to a more understanding, sustainable, and compassionate society.
Digilogue Dynamics: Winning Digital Minds and Analogue Hearts in the Age of AI and Conscious Consumerism
As we navigate a world where Generative AI, the Metaverse, and conscious consumerism redefine engagement, the concept of “Digilogue” offers a compelling path forward. This keynote delves into the fusion of digital innovation and analogue authenticity, essential for captivating the hearts and minds of tomorrow’s consumers.
What You’ll Discover:
● Generative AI’s Role: Learn how AI can personalize experiences to captivate tech-savvy minds while preserving the human touch that resonates with our hearts.
● Metaverse for Engagement: Explore how brands can utilize the Metaverse to create immersive experiences that blend digital and physical realms, fostering community and connection.
● Sustainability in Innovation: Understand the importance of sustainable practices in digital strategies, aligning with the values of environmentally and socially conscious consumers.
● Bridging Digital and Analogue: Strategies to blend digital efficiency with the bespoke charm of analogue interactions, ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces human connections.
Key Takeaways:
● Mastering the Digilogue Space: Insights into creating experiences where technology complements human touch, strengthening customer relationships.
● Ethical Tech Integration: Principles for adopting AI and virtual realities responsibly, focusing on sustainability and ethical considerations to meet the expectations of conscious consumers.
This keynote offers a roadmap for businesses aiming to thrive in a digital future without losing the essence of human connection, ensuring a deep resonance with the evolving landscape of consumer values and expectations.
SEAMLESS
Digital adaptation and human transformation.
How do you design frictionless customer experiences where customers can seamlessly navigate between digital and analog touchpoints?
This is the main question Anders explores in this thought-provoking keynote. Emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and the Internet of Things are enabling more and more brands to become truly ’seamless’.
This presentation will provide you with fascinating case studies and best practices from smart brands that understand how intelligent technologies can amplify customer service, create compelling customer experiences, remove friction, and transform our lives.
THIS BESPOKE TAILORED PRESENTATION WILL PROVIDE:
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A futurephile’s guide to creating seamlessness for your brand and organization
WAVES OF CHANGE
GLOBAL TRENDS THAT WILL DISRUPT YOUR EXISTENCE.
Waves of change are rolling towards us and you’d better be prepared. But how do you spot the waves, or identify what’s going on in the market? How do you sense the direction of the currents, or establish what it means for your business? And how do you best position yourself so you’re not washed away, or choose a market position and ride the wave?
The WAVES OF CHANGE THREATENING EVERY BUSINESS ARE:
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Digital Disruption – managing the tension between the analog and digital touchpoints
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Media Madness – realizing that every company must think like a media company
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Data-Driven Dominance – working out how to turn data into competitive knowledge
THIS KEYNOTE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE FOLLOWING FORESIGHTS:
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Which new markets you should target, and how to identify and engage them
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How to step back and deconstruct your own business model to identify new, non-traditional partnerships
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How to sort through the data storm to turn customer insight into intelligent and strategic business assets
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How to build innovation strategy that disrupts your competitors
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Testimonials
1 person has recommended this speaker
“Anders narrated an exciting array of relevant, thought-provoking topics that really resonated with our audience. He was entertaining and engaging, crafting a great alignment between his content and our event’s key messaging.”