The Leading Speakers Bureau

Serial Tech Entrepreneur, Futurist and advisor to the TechCast Technology Think Tank

Nicklas Bergman is a serial entrepreneur, technology investor, futurism researcher, speaker and writer. He has spent the last 20+ years working as an entrepreneur and investor with a focus on emerging technologies, currently through 20 direct and indirect technology investments. He searches for new opportunities which arise from the ever changing technological landscape.

“A futurist of highest rank”

[expand title=”In detail”] Nicklas is an advisor to the TechCast Technology Think Tank based in Washington where he works in a world-wide network of scientists, policy makers and business executives with the aim of understanding the impact of disruptive technologies. In addition, as part of an emerging research project at Lund University in Sweden, he focuses on humankind’s relationship to technology and technological development and more specific, on the business implications of multidisciplinary and transformative emerging technologies in the coming 5 to 50 years.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Through the combination of his entrepreneurial experience, technology investments and ongoing research projects, Nicklas is uniquely suited to guide decision makers to understand what the future will bring. He also takes a holistic approach communicating what we might expect from a technological perspective and how technological development will affect us as individuals, companies and society as a whole.
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[expand title=”How he presents”]Nicklas customises his presentations to each audience and presents credible facts in an entertaining, surprising and challenging way.[/expand]

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President of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business and government on future trends

Dr. James Canton is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, keynote presenter, author, and visionary business advisor. For over 30 years, he has been insightfully predicting the key trends that have shaped our world. He is a leading authority on future trends in innovation. He is the author of The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the 21st Century, Dutton 2006, and Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Innovations Will Transform Business in the 21st Century, Next Millennium Press, 2004.

“One of the top global futurists and presenters in the 21st century”

[expand title=”In detail”] Dr. Canton is CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business and government on future trends. He advises the Global Fortune 1000 on trends in innovation, financial services, health care, population, life sciences, energy, security, workforce, climate change and globalization. A frequent guest of the media, Dr. Canton is a commentator on CNN. He was named “the Digital Guru” by CNN and “Dr. Future” by Yahoo. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Dr. Canton shows organisations’ how to adapt profit and better compete in the emerging new economy and how to use business strategies to create a high-tech competitive edge.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Recognized as “one of the top presenters in the 21st century” by Successful Meetings Magazine, Dr. Canton is a highly sought-after keynote presenter. He has spoken to thousands of organizations on five continents. He is noted for his fascinating, informative, dynamic and entertaining keynotes.[/expand]

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Technology Expert & Futurist

Christer Holloman is an expert commentator and former resident blogger at Sky News Tech Talk; experienced keynote speaker and Chairman of First Tuesday – UK’s largest network for high growth technology SME’s and their investors. Chris launched Expedia founder Rich Barton’s new $90m start-up Glassdoor.com in Europe, and is frequently invited to write for The Guardian, Sky News and GQ about how organisations can make the most of opportunities presented by new technologies.

“One of London’s Most Influential Individual Within New Media”
The Evening Standard

[expand title=”In detail”] Christerwas previously Head of Digital Product Development at The Times and The Sunday Times, responsible for award-winning apps and delivering new digital revenue streams.A born entrepreneur, Christer’s childhood games became a blueprint for his future career ut it was in the year 2000, at the height of the IT boom, that Christer established himself as a business force to be reckoned with when he launched a local social networking site, and then sold it to an investor for an undisclosed amount, only 6 months later.
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[expand title=”What he offers you”]Christer’sexpertise lies in technology and social media, and he’s a fascinating futurist who uses his insight and experience to inspire and inform. He inspires and excites audiences with new ideas they can apply to their own business or department.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Apart from his contagious energy, entertaining presentations, and sunny personality, Christer embodies real digital innovation and delivery, and is an exceptional speaker on the subject.[/expand]

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Swiss Astronaut

Claude Nicollier is Switzerland’s first astronaut and is currently Head of Test Flight Operations with the Solar Impulse Flight Project, and a key advisor at CERN and NASA. A veteran of four space flights, Claude has logged more than 1000 hours in space. His NASA technical assignments have included flight software verification, development of retrieval techniques for the Tethered Satellite System (TSS), Remote Manipulator Systems (RMS), International Space Station (ISS) robotics support and European Space Agency (ESA) Branch support.

In 1998, Claude was awarded the Einstein Medal by the Einstein Society of Bern

[expand title=”In detail”] Claude retired at the end of 2004 as a captain in the Swiss Air Force. During his assignment in Houston, he maintained flight proficiency on Hawker Hunter, Northtrop F-5E, and later on Pilatus PC-9 aircraft. He has logged close to 6000 hours flying time, including more than 4500 in jet aircraft. The Solar Impulse is a revolutionary aeroplane that is scheduled to complete a journey with several stops around the world in 2014, relying exclusively on solar energy.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Drawing on his considerable expertise and experiences Claude is ideally qualified to talk not only about new technologies and the future of space exploration but first hand about the dedication and motivation required to become an astronaut.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Claude is an excellent communicator and his highly enjoyable presentations captivate the imagination of audiences around the world.[/expand]

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CEO of CoinLab Inc. & Founder and Chairman of the Bitcoin Foundation

Peter Vessenes is the CEO of CoinLab, Inc. and is the Founder and Chairman of the Bitcoin Foundation, an organisation that seeks to standardise and promote the use of Bitcoin. A serial entrepreneur, Peter has founded multiple startups, created an international development corporation in Africa, worked in top executive positions and as a business analyst, and served as a board member for tech companies.

“CEO of one of the most exciting phenomena of our times”

[expand title=”In detail”] A born entrepreneur, Peter started his first technology company at 13. With a unique blend of business and mathematical analysis, curiosity and midwestern work ethic, he has founded multiple tech startups, created widely used products and systems, and served on several boards of directors. Inspired from travel experiences, he recently created an international development corporation in Africa.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]A popular speaker on Bitcoin and the world of cryptocurrency, Peter is convinced that Bitcoin can change the world. The volatility and uncertainty of Bitcoin have raised many questions that as yet have been unanswered and Peter is ideally positioned to enlighten worldwide audiences, providing clarity and insights into the Bitcoin phenomenon.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Peter provides audiences with fresh insights into the emerging world of Bitcoin and technology. He is in great demand to speak at conferences around the globe. [/expand]

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Athlete, Scientist, Innovator and Futurist at MIT Media Lab

Hugh Herr is the Director of the Biomechatronics research group at the MIT Media Lab where he focuses on developing wearable robotic systems that serve to augment human strength, endurance and agility. He has advanced novel bionic technologies, including a computer-controlled artificial knee, an active ankle-foot orthosis, and the world’s first powered ankle-foot prosthesis which was named in the TIME top-ten list in 2007. Also in 2007, Hugh was presented with the 13th Annual Heinz Award for Technology, the Economy and Employment.

“ Hugh is a somewhat unlikely pioneer”

[expand title=”In detail”] By 17, Hugh was considered a rock climbing prodigy. In 1982, while attempting to summit Mount Washington, Hugh and a fellow climber were caught in a blizzard and stranded on the mountain for three nights in -20F degree temperatures. They suffered severe frostbite. Both of Hugh’s legs were amputated below the knees. Using prostheses that he designed, Hugh climbed at a more advanced level than he had before the accident, making him the first person in history with a major amputation to compete at an elite level against persons with normal physiologies. The computer-controlled knee he designed was named to the list of Top Ten Inventions in the health category also by TIME magazine in 2004. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]In his presentations, Hugh shares his dreams of a world in which disability is largely eliminated because of technology and people are able to achieve more with the aid of adaptable, technological helpers. His work is to make physical disabilities a thing of the past. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Hugh is a soft-spoken speaker whose understated way of explaining the mechanics of prosthetic science impresses audiences around the world. He seems almost unfazed by the magnitude of the research he presents and what it means for people with physical challenges who’ve had few choices when it comes to regaining their mobility. [/expand]

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Futurist and Innovation Strategist

Anders Sorman-Nilsson is an Australian-Swedish futurist and innovation strategist who has helped executives and leaders prepare and strategise for foreseeable and unpredictable futures. He is the founder and creative director of the Sydney and Stockholm based strategy think tank Thinque that helps executives and leaders convert disruptive questions into proactive, future strategies. Since founding Thinque in 2005 he has worked with decision makers around the globe.

“Anders takes us on a personal journey exploring the big questions on how to adapt to a cultural change that is sweeping the world.” John Sculley Ex-CEO of Apple

[expand title=”In detail”] Anders is an active member of TEDGlobal, has spoken at TEDx and guest lectured at Universities around the globe. He is a member of the University of Sydney Global Executive MBA cohort and has completed executive education at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. His latest book ‘Digilogue: How to win the digital minds and analogue hearts of tomorrow’s customer’ is hot off the press and is featuring in top end business media like BRW, The Financial Review, Sky News Business, Qantas Magazine and ABC National Radio.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]In his presentations Anders gives fresh insights into global future trends. He analyses how oncoming trends are likely to affect organisations and enables them to act swiftly to position them favourably for the future. Anders’ future thinking provides guidance for businesses, teams and leaders seeking to navigate through a constantly shifting business landscape and successfully enter a new decade of thinking.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Anders’ presentations are highly engaging, informative and entertaining. [/expand]

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Business Technology Futurist, visionary technology and business strategist

Jack Shaw is a visionary technology and business strategist. He has spent his career leading companies in numerous industries and their technology suppliers to better, more efficient ways of conducting and operating their businesses. His keen perception and vision into emerging technologies and business practices enable clients to build products and services that anticipate where the market is headed.

“Jack Shaw is a renowned expert on technology”

[expand title=”In detail”] Jack graduated from Yale with a degree in Business Administration and has an MBA from Kellogg in Finance and Marketing. During his decades of experience with business technology Jack has provided advisory services to leading companies including IBM, SAP, Oracle and CA Technologies amongst others. He has also delivered expert guidance not only to Fortune 500 Companies such as General Electric and Coca Cola but also to numerous small and mid-market businesses in the public and private sector. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Jack Shaw is uniquely talented at translating business technology into business value propositions. As a futurist, he is particularly expert at helping C-level executives and managers recognise and understand the strategic implications of emerging technologies. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]His dynamic and personalised presentations make Jack Shaw a sought after speaker at conferences around the globe. He is also an experienced workshop facilitator and panel moderator.[/expand]

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CEO of the Futures Agency, leading expert on topics such as digital business models, the networked society, a sustainable business ecology

Gerd Leonhard is a well-known Futurist and Author of five books, a highly influential Keynote Speaker, Think-Tank Leader & Advisor, and the Founder of GreenFuturist.com. Gerd’s background is in music and the music business; he spent 10 years working as a professional guitar player, composer and producer. He then caught the Internet bug and became a digital media entrepreneur, serving as CEO with several Internet startups, based in San Francisco for 7
years.

“A versatile and experienced keynote speaker”

[expand title=”In detail”] In 2002, Gerd returned to Europe and started his career as Futurist, Keynote Speaker and Strategic Advisor. Gerd is considered a leading expert on topics such as digital business models, the networked society, a sustainable business ecology, social media and social communications. In 2006, The Wall Street Journal called Gerd ‘one of the leading Media Futurists in the World’. Gerd is a fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts (London), a member of the World Future Society and with his company The Futures Agency an institutional member of the World Futures Studies Federation.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Gerd offers audiences insights into the future of business, sustainability, environmental policy and some of the most pressing ‘green’ issues such as sustainability and ‘sustainable capitalism’ at conferences around the globe. He speaks at major events, company retreats, seminars and in-house training sessions.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Gerd’s keynotes, speeches and presentations are renowned for his hard-hitting and provocative yet inspiring, personal and intense motivational style.[/expand]
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Futurist

Mike Walsh is the best- selling author of ‘Futuretainment’ and CEO of innovation research lab Tomorrow. He is a leading authority on 21st century business. Rather than focusing on the distant future, Mike takes an anthropological approach – scanning the near horizon for emerging technologies and disruptive shifts in human behaviour, and then translating these into pragmatic plans for business transformation.

”Rather than a technologist, I see myself as an anthropologist looking at the disruptive impact of innovation on consumer behaviour.” Mike Walsh

[expand title=”In detail”] Mike is currently CEO of Tomorrow, a global innovation lab whose clients have included Fujifilm, Merck Pharmaceutical, BBC Worldwide, Bentley Motors and HSBC. Mike previously founded Jupiter Research in Australia, and has also held senior strategy roles at News Corporation in the Asia Pacific Region.

Mike’s views have appeared in Business Week, Fortune, Wallpaper Magazine, and has been profiled on CNN, Management TV, the ABC, and the BBC.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Mike combines insights into emerging technology with a pragmatic ‘how-to’ approach to change that provides global business leaders with a roadmap for the future.

With an engaging blend of first hand stories, global case studies and cutting edge research into consumer and technology trends, including Big Data – Mike can bring the future to life for you and your audience.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Mike is a dynamic and high energy presenter, provoking new thinking and strong responses from his audience.
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