Daniela Rittmeier is one of Germany’s leading minds in the field of artificial intelligence and digital transformation.
She is a supervisory board member, award-winning thought leader, C-level advisor and head of Capgemini’s Generative AI Accelerator. Her expertise is based on over 20 years of experience in managing complex transformation projects – including in the life sciences, automotive, healthcare and information technology sectors.
In her lectures, Daniela Rittmeier talks about the opportunities and challenges surrounding the current hype surrounding generative and agent-based AI. She explains why artificial intelligence is much more than a short-term trend and why a strategic, sustainable approach is crucial for companies right now. In doing so, she shows how technology, business and society can work together – and what it takes to actively shape change.
Interview with Daniela Rittmeier:
1. What are the core subjects of your keynote speeches?
My keynotes are not just about artificial intelligence – they are about orientation in the age of disruption.
I talk about the challenges driven by AI – from classic machine learning to generative AI and multi-agent systems. My aim is to demystify AI technologies and present pragmatic, application-oriented solutions for data value creation.
Depending on the setting, I combine outside-in analyses of geopolitical developments with inside-out perspectives from practice along the value chain. Whether automotive, healthcare, public sector or IT: I bring together international experience, strategic depth and operational relevance.
My holistic approach is always at the heart: successful, sustainable AI integration requires not only technology, but also business-driven prioritisation, implementation in the digital ecosystem and the continuous development of data & AI competencies within the organisation.
The human-centric approach is important to me to ensure inclusive AI systems and the promotion of critical thinking. This is motivated by interactive elements and / or open discussion.
2. Which audiance or which branch do you reach with your speech?
I reach people – regardless of industry, title or prior knowledge. My presentations are never standardised, but always tailored to the audience and context.
Whether large international groups at AI conferences, housewives with clever questions, children with boundless curiosity or decision-makers in confidential 1:1 formats: I create spaces for insight, reflection and genuine connection – from fireside chats to keynote speeches.
My experience ranges from classic industry, automotive and healthcare to technology development – with a focus on what moves people. In my current role, I take on cross-industry responsibility, with strategic depth and a feel for cultural and individual resonance.
What drives me is not the stage – but what happens in the room: when thoughts open up, perspectives broaden and the future is rethought together.
3. Are you a PREMIUM SPEAKER? Where do you get your insights from?
Because I don’t just reach people – I move them.
At some point, I stood on a big stage – rather by chance – without a script. No concept, no dramaturgy, just my experiences. And I realised that I could not only inspire the audience but also give them something to take with them on their journey. Something real, relevant, inspiring.
What characterises me? I am open, curious, communicative – and love interacting with machines and humans. No two keynote speeches are the same because I engage with people, situations and current challenges.
As a supervisory board member, C-level advisor, executive and thought leader, I’m challenging the status quo. I build on more than two decades of experience from complex transformations in automotive, development, healthcare and IT – complemented by in-depth knowledge from international decision-makers in the public sector and industry.
My content is data-driven, combining practical experience, critical thinking and real responsibility. Because I believe that knowledge only becomes effective when we share it. And that’s exactly what I do – on stage, in podcasts, in panel discussions and wherever inspiration meets change.
I am a premium speaker because I aspire not only to inform people, but also to empower them to act – for a human-centric future in a sustainable digital ecosystem.
4. What will be in the future? Does «time» play an important role in your work?
Artificial Intelligence is the key technology of the 21st century and is transforming both human-machine-interaction and core business models. AI is here to stay until it is everywhere.
Now is the time to shape our future.
Trustworthy – for us humans in a global, digital ecosystem.
Competitive – for our intellligent products and services.
Sustainable – for our children in a resource-hungry age.
5. Tell us your life motto? What do you want to give your listeners to take with them?
“Leave it, love it or change it.”
Artificial Intelligence?
“Think big, start small, show value!”