Anders Indset is the world’s leading Business Philosopher with seven international bestsellers to his name. He is a trusted sparring partner for international CEOs and leading politicians.
With over 1’500 speeches in 60 countries, he inspires executives, politicians and decision-makers on a global level at the interface between people and technology. His ability to anticipate future scenarios makes him a sought-after source of inspiration at the world’s most relevant conferences, such as the World Economic Forum WEF, the Global HR Summit and the Mobile World Congress.
Anders Indset combines Norwegian values and charisma with German sharpness of thought and a rousing, American-influenced speaking style. Thanks to this unique combination, he is known as the “Rock’n’Roll Plato”.
Anders Indset: “Our leaders of today need the philosophy of the past, coupled with the scientific knowledge and technologies of tomorrow”.
The Norwegian-born universal thinker is also Chairman of the Njordis Group and an active deep-tech investor, linking his practical philosophy directly to the corporate and social world. With his visionary thinking, he not only acts as an advisor to leading international institutions, but also plays a key role in shaping the debate on the economic and cultural challenges of our time.
Anders Indset lecture topics
Anders Indset’s keynotes are individually tailored. Due to the constant change in the economy, society and politics, Anders Indset adapts each individual lecture to the client and the participants. Here is an excerpt of current topics that business philosopher Anders Indset talks about.
- The bridge between man and machine – SINGULARITY PARADOX
Anders Indset is a bridge builder between humans and technology and is shaping the world of tomorrow with his practical philosophy. He sheds light on the implications of artificial intelligence and the path to general and artificial-human intelligence.
- The operating system of our society – QUANTUM ECONOMY
If we want to understand society, we need to rethink the economy. Anders asks: “What comes after digitalization?” and explains why “Queen Capitalism” needs an upgrade – a PATCH. Anders Indset sees the achievement of an eco-social market economy primarily through the liberation of human potential and the exploration of technological possibilities.
- Leadership in the exponential age – ANTICIPATED FUTURE
With his deep understanding of the impact of exponential technologies, Anders shows how and why leadership and its connection to philosophy is more relevant today than ever. He firmly believes that in a world with almost unlimited access to knowledge, a deeper understanding and ability to anticipate future scenarios, along with the development of interpersonal skills, will be the most sought-after competencies for leaders.
- Future and entrepreneurship – TRIANGULAR ALCHEMISTRY
What will companies look like in the future? What new business models can be developed? While a world-class product was once a competitive advantage, today it is a matter of course. A successful company is defined by dynamic adaptability and a learning attitude – the “infinite organization”. The basic structure of such an organization consists of a dynamic triad: incubation, investment and the existing product
- High performance culture and values. How does this work? – THE VIKING CODE
We humans are created to create. With the WIKINGER CODE, Anders shows a new path to performance: growing individually while strengthening the collective good. This understanding forms the basis of a performance culture – a culture in which we reinterpret ‘success’ and ‘performance’ and actively shape our future.
- The art of the possible – POSSIBILISM
Possibilism is the alternative between negative pessimism, which primarily sees risks, limitations and problems, and utopian optimism, which is based on naïve hopes or unrealistic promises for the future.
“Economics is not a game we can win” is one of the sentences by economic philosopher Anders Indset with which he regularly wakes up his audience. He believes that by upgrading the operating system – “the economy” – we can address the emerging questions of meaning and purpose, work and social issues, work and life.
Race to get “Quantum-Ready” – Business philosopher, author and speaker Anders Indset is talking about, that IT leaders should embrace the idea that quantum computing will soon be a big part of operations. CIO’s should be asking: “What is my future business model, what are the things I can do if I could apply that additional computing power.” You can envision and anticipate these types of business models. Anders Indset is sure, we are now seeing the birth of the quantum economy.
Business Philosopher Anders Indset: “If we want to understand society, we need to rethink the economy”
Anders Indset – The Mensch
Norwegian-born philosopher, deep tech investor and former top athlete Anders Indset has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the most forward-thinking thinkers in technology and leadership. Anders Indset is a bridge builder between people and technology and is shaping the economy of tomorrow with his practical philosophy. He has two decades of experience working with multinational companies and is a trusted sparring partner for international CEOs, political leaders and guest lecturer at leading international business schools.
With his deep understanding of the impact of exponential technologies, Anders Indset shows how and why leadership and its relation to philosophy are becoming more relevant than ever. He firmly believes that in a world with almost unlimited access to knowledge, a deeper understanding and ability to anticipate future scenarios, together with the development of interpersonal skills, will be the most sought-after skills for leaders.
Anders Indset: “The Infected Mind – Why we need to free ourselves from old ways of thinking”
In addition to writing books that regularly feature in international bestseller lists, he brings his ideas to life as an investor in exponential technologies such as AI, quantum technology, healthtech and cybersecurity, helping companies to scale their products and services. Anders shares his thoughts in his “Thinking out Loud” events, which range from small CxO retreats to large events with several thousand participants. His broad background and unique, inspiring presentation style make him one of the most sought-after keynote speakers today.
Who is Anders Indset?
Anders Indset is a Norwegian business philosopher, author and investor, known for his work at the intersection of philosophy, business and technology. He has been recognized as one of the leading thinkers in the fields of technology and leadership. Indset has published several bestsellers, including Wild Knowledge, The Infected Mind, and Quantum Economy. His latest book, Ex Machina – The God Experiment, was released in January 2025. In addition to his writing, he is the founder of the Njordis Group and the Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT) and is actively involved as an investor in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
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