Magnus Lindkvist | Keynote Speaker

Magnus Lindkvist | Keynote Speaker

Magnus Lindkvist is a globally recognised futurologist, trendspotter and bestselling author who helps organisations understand the ideas shaping the future. Through energetic and humorous keynotes, he challenges leaders to rethink innovation, creativity and emerging technologies, leaving audiences with fresh perspectives on how trends influence business and society.

Sample Talks

  • The Ideas Driving Humanity Onwards 
  • How to Make AI Useful: Navigating the Real Impact of Artificial Intelligence
  • Trendspotting and Future Thinking for Organisations 
  • Creativity, Innovation and the Power of Different Thinking
  • Resetting After Disruption: Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity

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Biography

Introduction

Magnus Lindkvist is a globally recognised futurologist, trendspotter and bestselling author known for his high-energy and thought-provoking keynote presentations. For nearly three decades he has helped organisations understand emerging ideas, technologies and cultural shifts shaping the future of business and society.

Through a distinctive mix of insight, storytelling and subversive humour, Magnus challenges leaders to rethink conventional thinking and embrace curiosity as a driver of innovation.

Professional Background & Credentials

Magnus Lindkvist has delivered more than a thousand keynote presentations worldwide, speaking to audiences ranging from global CEOs and business leaders to policymakers and public sector organisations.

He has built a reputation as one of Sweden’s leading international speakers on future trends, creativity and innovation. His work explores how ideas evolve, clash and ultimately shape how people live, work and create.

His professional background combines business strategy, creative industries and academic research. Magnus holds a Master of Science in Business and Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics and a  degree in film production from UCLA.

In addition to his speaking career, he has founded and led several companies focused on helping organisations understand future trends and innovation.

Magnus also created the world’s first academically accredited course in trendspotting and future thinking at the Stockholm School of Entrepreneurship in 2008.

Speaking Style & Audience Value

Magnus Lindkvist is widely known for his engaging stage presence and distinctive speaking style. Combining deep research with imaginative storytelling and humour, his presentations turn complex future trends into memorable and accessible insights.

He often describes his approach as “intellectual acupuncture – delivering short, powerful insights designed to spark new ways of thinking.

Audiences leave with fresh perspectives on how emerging ideas and cultural trends influence innovation, creativity and long-term strategy.

Books & Publications

Magnus Lindkvist is the author of several influential books exploring creativity,…

Some books by Magnus Lindkvist

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