Andrew Keen is an author, entrepreneur and one of the world’s most influential critics of the digital age. He challenges audiences with thought-provoking insights on technology, social media, privacy and the future of business in a hyper-connected world
Andrew Keen is a globally renowned author, entrepreneur and broadcaster, recognised as one of the leading contemporary critics of the internet. Described by GQ magazine as one of the “100 Most Connected Men,” he has become a sought-after commentator on the disruptive impact of technology, media and social networks on business and society.
In the mid-1990s, Andrew was part of Silicon Valley’s pioneering generation, founding Audiocafe.com, one of the earliest and most successful internet music companies of its time. He quickly became a recognised figure on the digital media circuit, speaking internationally and featuring in leading publications such as Business Week, Wired, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian.
Over the years, Andrew has held senior roles in a number of venture-backed start-ups, produced MB5: The Festival for New Media Visionaries, and later founded afterTV LLC, a company advising marketers on consumer behaviour in the digital age. He is also co-founder of the Future of University Education conference at Amsterdam University.
Andrew’s style is provocative, articulate and deeply engaging. He delivers keynote addresses, panel discussions and fireside chats that challenge conventional thinking about technology and digital transformation. With a journalist’s insight and an entrepreneur’s experience, he pushes audiences to consider the ethical, social and cultural implications of digital innovation.
Corporate audiences value his ability to frame complex issues, such as data privacy, online behaviour, and the future of work, within practical, globally relevant contexts. His talks inspire debate, spark reflection, and provide leaders with new ways to navigate the challenges of digital disruption.
Andrew is the author of several influential works on technology and society:
…
Scott Galloway is a CNN+ Host, Professor of Marketing at NYU’s Stern School of Business, and Best-Selling Author.
One of the UK’s leading businesswomen and CEO at West Ham United FC, she was voted “one of the 100 most powerful women in the world” by Cosmopolitan. She is an excellent keynote and after-dinner speaker who offers audiences practical advice on what it really takes to transform dreams of great wealth and success in a high-pressure, results-driven world into reality.
Ross Dawson is a globally recognised futurist, keynote speaker, and author who helps organisations anticipate change and seize new opportunities. He brings clarity to complex shifts in technology, business, and society, enabling leaders to shape strategies and inspire innovation for a fast-changing future.
Monte Königs is a sociologist, leadership trainer, and keynote speaker specialising in future human behaviour, ethics, and trust. Known for his engaging and interactive style, he equips leaders and teams with practical tools to thrive amid digital disruption, societal change, and times of polycrisis.
Marco Gercke is a world-renowned cybersecurity expert and digital innovation strategist. He advises top leaders and delivers engaging keynotes tailored to corporate audiences, focusing on cybercrime, digital risk, and the future impact of AI.
Discover how Jim Lawless, an acclaimed motivational speaker, has mastered the art of the impossible. From becoming a record-breaking freediver to a televised jockey, Jim inspires transformation in personal and professional life.
Renowned humanitarian leader, change maker and international strategist, he helps leaders to expand their horizons on critical issues shaping our future and contributes to challenging and sharpening their strategic thinking to prepare for tomorrow.
If you want a keynote that blends real pressure stories with practical lessons your audience can use the next day, Ronan O’Gara is a safe pair of hands. A famed Irish rugby union player who became an elite head coach, he has led squads in Ireland, France and New Zealand, and he brings a straight talking attitude that keeps rooms engaged from the first minute.
Arancha González Laya is the Dean of the Paris School of International Affairs at Sciences Po. With extensive experience in global economics and political affairs, she has held notable positions such as Spain’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and United Nations Assistant Secretary-General.
Dr Madeleine de Hauke, a medical doctor and executive coach with over 25 years of experience, specialises in leadership and empowerment. Renowned as a speaker and visiting professor, she offers transformative insights in leadership and effective meeting strategies.
