Profiles

Klaus Härö is one of Finland’s most applauded filmmakers. His films have represented his country at the Oscar’s, been nominated for a Golden Globe and won numerous international awards, including the prestigious Crystal Bear and Ingmar Bergman-award. As a speaker, Härö is one of a kind. Despite the acclaim, Härö shares his vison of teamwork ...

Shadia Rask is a radiant host, with extensive experience in performing. Shadia is talented in creating a connection with the audience and bringing joy and energy to the room. Shadia is also skilled in writing scripts and panel questions together with the producer and client. Shadia has experience in moderating panel discussions for large audiences ...

Shadia Rask is an awarded speaker and columnist, known for her radiant energy and ability to talk about difficult issues with compassion and clarity. As a researcher and professional in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), she is an expert in questions related to diversity in working life, immigration and social sustainability.  Shadia has broad expertise ...

Professor of Circular Economy at the University of Turku Professor Oskar Karlström helps companies, policymakers, and social actors understand how material flows, industrial symbiosis, and global value chains impact competitiveness, profitability, and climate effects—and how these can be transformed into strategic opportunities. With a background in chemical engineering, energy technology, and industrial management, he moves ...

Cassie is the #1 AI speaker for an executive audience, inspiring leaders to take charge in an AI-first world.

Lassi Katajarinne is a Coach, Tour Leader, and multi-industry entrepreneur whose stories have been shaped by challenging conditions, international encounters, and more than 30 years of experience coaching people. At the age of 24, Lassi was responsible for organising concerts for pop artist E-Type in Turkey. Today, he also serves as an ambassador for the ...

Shawn Huff is a former professional basketball player and captain of the Finnish national team, Susijengi, where he played from 2003 to 2022 and led as captain from 2015 to 2022. Known for his dedication, Huff became a role model for younger players and an expert in teamwork and group dynamics, shaped by his experiences ...

Boost Team Performance with Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Safety: Book Iida Mäkikallio for Your Next Event Iida Mäkikallio (MSc Psychology) is a leading expert in emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and workplace wellbeing. As a sought-after speaker, she helps organizations like PwC, Deloitte, Fortum, DNA, Nordea, IF, and the Finnish Government enhance communication, build trust, and ...

Chike Ohanwe is a charismatic and versatile event host whose impressive career as an actor, singer, and podcaster brings a wealth of experience and energy to the stage. Chike has performed and sung across the globe – from festivals in China to clubs in New York, from Helsinki’s Hartwall Arena to schools in Stockholm. In ...

AI Interpreter and Change Management Expert

Marko ”Signmark” Vuoriheimo was born into family of sign-language users where everyone is deaf except his grandparents. Music came into Marko’s life through his grandmother and his interest has lasted all his life. When Marko was a teenager he realized that music wasn’t just for the hearing and first started to translate songs into sign-language. ...

Johannes “Hatsolo” Hattunen, the head coach of Finland’s National Youth Breakdance Team, is one of the most inspiring wellness entrepreneurs and motivational speakers in Finland. This true professional of attitude has won the hearts of his listeners in Finland and numerous international events. Renowned in the world’s toughest breakdance competitions, Johannes is a charismatic performer ...

Lasse Rouhiainen, an international author and speaker on AI and ChatGPT, has given seminars in 18 countries. His expertise spans many fields: from technology and tourism to banking and education. His seminars and workshops focus on training companies to gain a competitive advantage from generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. He provides a comprehensive strategy ...

Nelli Såger is a change leadership expert, engineer, and health-tech startup entrepreneur known for her ability to drive complex transformations in environments where technology, people, and structures collide. In early 2025, Nelli was appointed CEO of Ellun Kanat, a leading transformation consultancy, where she works at the heart of the most significant organizational and societal ...

Amel Gaily is an aware and dynamic host, moderator, and panel discussion leader. Amel has extensive experience in public speaking and performing, both on large and small stages. Multi-camera productions and virtual broadcasts are also familiar to her. According to customer feedback, Amel’s strengths include clarity of communication, professionalism, energy, and cheerfulness. She is fluent ...

Ed Catmull, most notably the co-founder of Pixar, has earned immense respect in both the business and creative realms. By completely transforming the world of animation and creating one of the most original and admired companies globally, Ed Catmull’s insights are steeped in experience when it comes to leading creative organizations. He’s also the mastermind ...

David Coulthard, a widely recognized sports personality, has made a remarkable mark in the world of Formula 1 Grand Prix racing, television broadcasting, writing, and entrepreneurship. Born in Twynholm, Scotland, he kickstarted his racing journey at just 11 years old, achieving exceptional success in various motor racing categories and even securing a victory in the ...

The future is here and her name is Sophia, the world’s very first humanoid celebrity. Hanson Robotics’ most advanced human-like robot, Sophia, personifies our dreams for the future of AI. As a unique combination of science, engineering, and artistry, Sophia is simultaneously a human-crafted science fiction character depicting the future of AI and robotics, and ...

Amanda Backholm is a sociologist by training and a certified coach from the NeuroLeadership Institute. Over the past ten years, Amanda has worked at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and UNHCR in Stockholm. She has served as a coaching manager at Fifth Corner Inc. and Mehiläinen’s subsidiary BeeHealthy, and has grown her own ...

Meet Richard van Hooijdonk, the forward-thinking futurist, captivating keynote speaker, and keen observer of emerging trends. With an insatiable curiosity about what lies ahead, Richard has gone beyond mere speculation. He has chosen to physically immerse himself in the future by embracing chip implants—an extraordinary step to truly experience the unfolding technological landscape.   Richard ...

Yesmith is a DEI specialist and Business Strategist with over 10 years of experience in topics such as integration of international talent, multiculturalism, multilingualism and diverse team leadership. She has broad experience building up and engaging diverse teams and communities in rapidly changing environments. She trains companies and managers on how to build better workplaces ...

Unni Turrettini is an attorney, best-selling author, international speaker, and human connection expert who focuses on helping people find deeper connection and belonging. Her work is about transforming companies into communities and attractive places to work by cultivating a culture of connection and belonging in order to retain and engage talent, reduce sick leave, and ...

Dame Ellen MacArthur first hit the headlines in 2001 when she raced single-handedly non-stop around the world in the Vendée Globe when only 24 years old. After 94 days at sea, Ellen returned to a different life: she had come second in one of the hardest races in offshore sailing and the response was massive. ...

Maayke-Aimée Damen is a pioneer in sustainable development, innovation and circular economies. She has led global workshops and keynote speeches, including TEDx, exploring new ways to make sustainability more accessible and understandable for everyone. She believes that small changes can add up to make a significant impact. Maayke-Aimée Damen is a popular speaker at conferences ...

Mark Esposito consults in the area of Corporate Sustainability and Competitiveness worldwide, including Board of Directors, Communities and National Governments. He brings futurized uncertainty into the life of his audiences and he helps them navigate through complexity with foresight. As Chairman of The Strategic Foresight Board of the Circular Economy Alliance, Mark Esposito provides insights ...

Discover the extraordinary B. Joseph Pine II—a renowned author, captivating speaker, and trusted advisor to top companies worldwide. With the founding of Strategic Horizons LLP, a forward-thinking studio, he has devoted himself to helping businesses unlock new ways of adding value to their offerings. In 2020, Mr. Pine and his partner James H. Gilmore reinvigorated ...

Suzy Welch is a distinguished business school professor, an accomplished author with best-selling credentials, and a valued contributor to the Wall Street Journal. She has emerged as a prominent voice in the realm of authentic leadership, organizational change, and career development—a voice that resonates powerfully in today’s world. Her expertise has garnered the trust of ...

Hery Henry is an award winning entrepreneur, moderator and public speaker. He is a former Big4 strategy consultant and investor. Bubbly, creative and passionate about building business, Hery started his career as an Arts & Stage entrepreneur with a stint in strategy consulting and then a return to his entrepreneurial roots. Hery utilizes his versatile background ...

Maryna Saprykina, a highly regarded sustainability specialist from Ukraine, has emerged as a prominent figure in driving positive change through sustainable strategies and resilient leadership. Her unwavering mission is to assist companies in their journey towards improvement in developing sustainability strategies, executing impactful projects, and implementing ESG roadmaps. Having a deep-rooted connection to Ukrainian businesses, ...

Diego, a vibrant individual driven by boundless passion for both work and life, has dedicated his professional journey to renowned multinational brands like Siemens and Heineken. With over 15 years of experience, he has mastered the art of building powerful brand identities and delivering extraordinary user experiences through innovative and unconventional communication and marketing approaches. ...

Peter Crolla, a driving force behind the Haas F1 Team since 2015, brings a unique blend of dedication and collaboration to his role as Team Manager. With a firm grip on the intricacies of motorsport, Peter has been instrumental in steering America’s sole Formula 1 team towards greatness. His journey began with a thirst for ...

Dagmara possesses an exceptional 22-year track record in building and transforming world-renowned brands, both globally and in the United States. Her expertise lies in the art of creating living brand ecosystems that fuel continuous consumer desire and foster unwavering loyalty. She has collaborated with an impressive roster of clients, including industry giants such as P&G, ...

John Weston has been a teacher, coach, and lecturer for 15 years, specializing in professional and academic speaking and writing. He has a PhD in sociolinguistics — the social and cognitive science of communication and identity — giving him special expertise in how our word choices and styles of communication work together to project not just ...

Jamil Qureshi is a leading authority in performance enhancing psychology, specialising in high performing teams and what lies behind achieving exceptional results. As a co-founder of transformative change agencies, he has collaborated with a diverse range of talented individuals and teams across the global business and sports landscape. He has for example helped six individuals ...

André Noël Chaker is the head coach of MySpeaker Rhetorich and the co-founder of MySpeaker. André holds a few degrees in law and business (BCL, LLB and MBA /Communications). He is a best-selling author and an award-winning speaker. He has won the speaker of the year award in Finland twice and the moderator of the ...

Aradhana Khowala  is one of the most influential leaders in the luxury hospitality, travel and tourism sector. With a career spanning over 23 years and traversing five continents, she’s absorbed the cultures of more than 75 countries. Today, she stands as the CEO of Aptamind Partners, where she brilliantly merges her data skills and extensive experience ...

Pep Rosenfeld does it all: event host & facilitator, writer, stand-up comedian, public speaker, coach, and developer of innovative corporate programs. Pep hosts events like TEDx Amsterdam, The Next Web Conference, and the Nordic Business Forum. His preparation & polish, positive take and an uncanny ability to turn new information into comedy earn him rave ...

Kirsten Weiss is an entertaining Danish speaker and the author of several books about cross-cultural teamwork and Scandinavian leadership and management style.   “Thank you very much for your contribution! You are the speaker who gets the best feedback: Best part of the conference! This is how you do it. Extremely interesting. Interesting, relevant, well ...

Dr. Els Van der Helm is a neuroscientist, and adjunct professor at IE Business School, has been named one of the top 5 sleep experts in the world* and now advises corporations around sleep, performance, and wellbeing. She supports CEOs and decision-makers worldwide to help them get the best out of themselves, their team members, ...

Shayamal Vallabhjee is a best-selling author, sports scientist, psychologist, and high-performance coach to elite athletes, sports teams, and C-suite executives. “Shayamal has been pivotal in my success, especially towards he backend of my career.” Mahesh Bhupathi (Former #1, 12 x Grand Slam Champion) With over two decades of experience, he has helped hundreds of elite ...

Daryl Woodhouse helps organisations optimise ROI. He is not your typical speaker, adviser or coach. As The Smarter Work Pro™, Daryl is a highly rated speaker, business adviser, leadership trainer, and executive coach for strategic performance improvement, work productivity, and burnout prevention. Daryl equips leaders and teams with the inspiration, skills, and tools to work ...

Christina Stielli had her breakthrough as a speaker in the Swedish market after having received several awards. For more than ten years she has been one of Sweden’s most hired and valued speakers. With an initiated starting point in human behavior, teamwork in the workplace and individual responsibility in the workforce, she alternates current and ...

Welby Altidor is a true master of his craft, capable of turning chaos into harmony with effortless finesse. His unparalleled ability to inspire those around him to strive for greatness, and to leave a lasting impression in everything they do, is nothing short of magical. For Welby, it’s not just about the end result; he ...

Anna Wallin is a public speaking coach and expert in effective communication, a business graduate (M.Sc.), and an entrepreneur. Anna teaches oral business communication at Hanken School of Economics and through her own company, she trains organizations in public speaking and communication skills. Well-being lies at the core of everything Anna does, and she approaches ...

Belinda Parmar OBE is a diversity campaigner and the CEO of The Empathy Business and a Non-Executive Director for the Ministry of Defence. Belinda uses the science of empathy to change the way companies transform their organisations focusing on leadership, communications and operations. She is the creator of the Global Empathy Index which was published ...

Introducing Steve Nouri, an acclaimed technical leader and revered data scientist at the forefront of his field. As the Founder of AI4Diversity, a global non-profit initiative with over 4000 volunteers, Steve is dedicated to educating and advising communities on the societal benefits of AI. His expertise in Advanced Analysis and Data Science positions him as ...

Unleash the power of psychology, technology, and business with acclaimed writer, consultant, and educator Nir Eyal. With a rich background as a former Lecturer in Marketing at Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, Nir has shaped industries and transformed lives. Discover transformative insights as Nir unravels the secrets at ...

Stefan’s entry into PR was sparked by the 1987 stock market crash. Despite the tough job market, he took an entry-level position. Two years later, his entrepreneurial spirit led him to convince his mother, the agency’s founder, that his finance and entrepreneurship background was valuable in PR. A business plan and job description sealed the ...