Anders Sorman Nilsson

Anders Sorman Nilsson's Biography

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. With an average of 240 international travel days a year, Anders’ view is that the future and the now are converging in a city or start-up near you, giving the curious, the creative and the courageous a competitive and sustainable edge. At the same time, that same future contains fearsome forecasts for futurephobes.

This Swedish-Australian futurist has shared stage with Hillary Clinton, 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.

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 analogue hearts of tomorrow's customers (Wiley, 2013) and Thinque Funky: Upgrade Your Thinking (Thinque, 2009).

In a world of disruptive technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Virtual Reality, Internet of Things, and Machine Learning, futurist Anders speaks about proactive responses such as disruptive thinking, innovation strategy, human transformation and digital adaptation.

Speaking Topics Include

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.

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.

Sustainable Futures: Crafting a World Worth Inheriting Through Innovation

In our race against time to safeguard our planet, innovation and technology emerge as our most potent allies. "Sustainable Futures" is not just a call to action; it's a roadmap to innovating a world where ecological balance, social equity, and economic viability converge to create a sustainable legacy for generations to come.

This keynote delves into the heart of sustainability, transcending traditional environmental concerns to embrace the holistic ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) framework. It's about harmonizing planet, people, and profit to forge organizations and cultures that not only survive but thrive in the face of global sustainability challenges.

Key Takeaways:

Innovative Decoupling: Explore cutting-edge technologies and practices that allow us to enhance our productivity and quality of life while minimising environmental impact, truly having our "planetary cake and eating it too."

UN SDGs as Creativity Catalysts: Discover how the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) serve as a framework for innovation within constraints, inspiring creative solutions to complex global challenges.

Economic Advantage of Green Transformation: Understand the compelling return on investment (ROI) for businesses that commit to the green economy, demonstrating that sustainability leaders consistently outperform their less proactive counterparts.

Circular Economy Insights: Learn about the principles of the Circular Economy and how they enable businesses to develop resilient, innovative, and sustainable models that reduce waste and foster regeneration.

Conscious Consumerism: Gain insights into the rising tide of conscious consumers who demand ethical practices and sustainability commitments from brands, influencing companies to act before regulation mandates change.

B-Corp and Supply Chain Transformation: Explore how aligning with B-Corp standards and fostering sustainable supply chain ecosystems can accelerate your company's transformation towards sustainability at an exponential pace.

Narrative Crafting for Sustainability: Master the art of communicating your sustainability journey in a way that engages and inspires stakeholders, without resorting to shaming, by crafting compelling narratives that resonate on an emotional and intellectual level.

This keynote will not only enlighten but also equip you with the strategies and insights needed to lead your organisation towards a sustainable future, where doing good for the planet and society is synonymous with doing well in business.

2nd Renaissance: Unleashing Human Creativity Through AI Empowerment

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a tool but a partner in our creative processes, we stand on the brink of a new age of human creativity and innovation. As we move beyond the challenges of the pandemic, our focus shifts towards how AI can enhance human potential, liberating us from the mundane to embrace the profound and impactful.

This keynote delves into the symbiotic relationship between humans and machines, exploring how AI is becoming the canvas and catalyst for human creativity. We are entering a 2nd Renaissance, reminiscent of the historical flourish of art, culture, and science, but this time powered by digital intelligence.

Key Takeaways:
Human-AI Collaboration: Understand how AI is not replacing but augmenting human creativity, enabling us to achieve more with less and pushing the boundaries of innovation.
Sustainable Innovation: Explore how technology, particularly AI, is instrumental in driving sustainable practices, ensuring that our strides in innovation are ecologically responsible and aligned with the principles of the Circular Economy.
Human-Centered Design: Learn the importance of crafting stories and experiences that resonate on a human level, using AI to deepen connections and enrich the customer journey.
The Rise of Conscious Consumerism: Gain insights into the evolving expectations of consumers who demand purpose-driven brands that leverage technology for positive impact.
Diversity as a Catalyst: Discover how inclusive approaches in AI and technology development are unlocking new perspectives and driving disruptive innovation.
Creative Expression in the Digital Age: Witness examples of how the fusion of creativity and technology is leading to unprecedented forms of art, design, and storytelling, making what was once deemed science fiction a tangible reality.
Empowering the Creative Economy: Learn how the future belongs to those who can blend creativity with technological prowess to create solutions that resonate both emotionally and practically with global audiences.

This keynote will not only inspire but also provide practical frameworks for leveraging AI to enhance human creativity, ensuring that your brand or organization is at the forefront of this new, dynamic era of innovation and human expression.