Bernd Burgdorf is an AI expert and creative technologist who has been working internationally for over a decade as a professional knowledge broker at universities, for experts, companies and politicians.
He is a Grammy nominee, a member of the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute, a member of Futurium and advises the European AI Commission.
Expertise meets storytelling: Bernd Burgdorf is an internationally sought-after speaker at the interface of technology, creativity and society. With over 20 years of experience in the USA and Europe, in-depth expertise in artificial intelligence, Web3 and mixed reality, and a unique career as a Grammy-nominated music producer (for PINK and Green Day, among others), he combines technological foresight with inspiring storytelling.
Bernd Burgdorf is the founder and director of an international technology future lab that specialises in the application and use of AI. As a consultant, he designs tailor-made solutions that seamlessly integrate AI into your business processes.
His favourite quote comes from Alan Kay: ‘THE BEST WAY TO PREDICT THE FUTURE IS TO INVENT IT’
Bernd Burgdorf Lecture topics
- AGENTIC AI – The next evolutionary stage of intelligence
Agentic AI marks a new turning point: it thinks, decides and acts independently – opening up completely new dimensions of innovation. Driven by mathematical breakthroughs, it accelerates science, discoveries and the implementation of visionary ideas. The question is not whether, but how we use it for our goals and why decision-makers must act now.
- AI for companies and start-ups
In this presentation, start-ups and companies will learn how to seamlessly integrate AI into all processes to maximise efficiency, scalability and innovative strength – while developing their own agentic AI solutions for sustainable business success.
- From visions to machines to visions: the future of artificial intelligence
A gripping journey through the emergence of revolutionary technologies – from the beginnings of AI to its current triumph and the developments that await us in the future.
- AI strategy & regulation: safely through the AI jungle
How can Swiss companies use AI without falling into legal traps? This keynote speech provides practical guidance on how to align AI strategies with the EU AI Act – responsibly, future-proof and profitable at the same time.
- The future of creative work in the age of AI
Film, design, content – artificial intelligence is radically changing how we create ideas and tell stories. This keynote speech shows how AI is redefining the creative industries and culture in Switzerland – and what groundbreaking opportunities are opening up for creatives, companies and entire industries.
- Future of Work: Humans & AI in the new everyday working life
From automation to agentic AI – how is artificial intelligence changing our working world, leadership and team structures? This keynote provides answers for companies of all sizes, with a particular focus on SMEs in Switzerland.
- Flow instead of fear – how creativity creates empires
Creativity is the currency of the future – limitless and powerful. Those who give free rein to inspiration and leave criticism until later will find flow. This is precisely where visionary breakthroughs such as Android or Chrome are born: bold, playful, groundbreaking. Accompanied by impressive examples and inspiring success stories, this presentation shows how flow becomes the driving force behind big ideas and sustainable success.
Who is Bernd Burgdorf?
Bernd Burgdorf is a transatlantic bridge builder between technology and creativity. Born in Europe and educated in Berlin, he has been living and working in the USA for over two decades – first as an internationally successful music producer, later as a developer, AI strategist and speaker.
He is a Microsoft HoloLens developer, partner of Telekom & Qualcomm, and developer of mixed reality applications in the fields of education and edutainment. His ability to convey complex technologies in a lively and narrative way makes him a sought-after keynote speaker at events such as the London Tech Summit, the Reeperbahn Festival, McKinsey, Bayer and Starbucks.
As a popular lecturer at universities such as UCLA, SAE and ZHdK, Bernd Burgdorf consistently captivates his audience with his passionate, energetic style. He sees it as his mission to share his innovative technical expertise and wealth of experience with others, encouraging and inspiring them.
His motto: ‘Knowledge transfer should never be boring – it must inspire!’