Founder, Futurist & Visionary Thinker of  Kjaer Global Ltd

Anne Lise Kjaer is the Founder, Futurist and Visionary Thinker behind Kjaer Global Ltd, renowned for her ability to anticipate and interpret global trends. She is the author of a bestselling book that has inspired leaders and innovators worldwide. A passionate Copenhagen Goodwill Ambassador, she actively promotes her home city’s culture and values. As a Board Member of Visit Denmark, she contributes to shaping the nation’s tourism strategy. Elected by the Danish Government, she also serves on the IPE Advisory Board of Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority, offering strategic foresight to support sustainable and forward-thinking urban development initiatives.

Credentials and Impact

Anne Lise Kjaer is a highly respected voice in the technology and futurism industry, recognised for her ability to anticipate and interpret the trends shaping our world. Beginning her career in the design industry in Hamburg and Paris, she developed a deep understanding of creativity and innovation before relocating to London. Since 1983, she has worked as a Trends and Design Strategist and, from 1988, has led her own company, Kjaer Global Ltd. Her work blends analytical insight with creative vision, enabling businesses to prepare for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.

Over the years, she has collaborated with leading global organisations including Nokia, Accenture, BMW, IKEA, McKinsey and Company, and Johnson and Johnson. Through these partnerships, she has advised on technology-driven transformation, human-centred innovation and long-term strategic planning. Her expertise lies in connecting technological advancements with societal shifts, helping companies to understand not only what the future might look like but also how to thrive within it.

Anne Lise’s influence extends beyond consultancy. She is a sought-after speaker at international conferences, where she shares her perspectives on emerging trends and their impact on business and society. Her career demonstrates a sustained commitment to equipping organisations with the foresight needed in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

Publications and Media

Anne is the author of the bestselling book ‘The Trend Management Toolkit: A Practical Guide to the Future‘, a resource widely used by innovators and strategists. As a guest lecturer for the Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Value Chains at Cambridge University, she inspires future leaders with her insights on change and innovation. She is also a regular speaker for global clients, sharing expertise in technology and futurism.

Why Hire Anne Lise Kjaer?

Anne Lise Kjaer is booked as a technology and futurism speaker for her unique ability to narrate the future across a broad spectrum of fields, from disruptive technologies and economics to sciences, transportation, architecture and consumer behaviour. She has delivered influential TEDx talks, including ‘Multidimensional Thinking and Tomorrow’s Women‘, ‘The Power of One‘ and ‘Postcards from the Future‘. Recognised as one of the Top 15 Inspirational Women in Tech Speakers to Hire, her presentations combine visionary insight with practical foresight. Over her career, she has spoken to more than 50,000 people worldwide, inspiring audiences to think strategically about change, innovation and the opportunities of tomorrow.

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