ANNE LISE KJAER
Futurist, Visionary Thinker & Founder, Kjaer Global
Anne Lise Kjaer is a globally recognised futurist, entrepreneur and author who helps organisations anticipate and navigate change, through strategic foresight, innovation and sustainability.
Founder of Kjaer Global, she has advised organisations including Amazon, IKEA, UNICEF, Volvo, the BBC and KPMG, and served as a futurist to the UK Government’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) using her acclaimed 4P framework to balance people, planet, purpose, and profit.
Having inspired well over 100,000 people worldwide, Anne Lise is a sought-after keynote speaker who has appeared at TEDx, The Economist, the European Union, and leading universities including Cambridge, LSE and MIT. She is a regular commentator for the BBC, CNN and Al Jazeera, and the author of The Trend Management Toolkit: A Practical Guide to the Future.
Anne Lise thought-provoking insights into global trends, emerging behaviours, AI, sustainability and the future of human experiences, help organisations and leaders create meaningful, future-ready connections. She previously served as a Copenhagen Goodwill Ambassador and advisor to the government of Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority on the International Panel of Experts, contributing to the wellbeing of tomorrow’s people, cities and communities.
What to Expect at Convening EMEA
The future is one of the three pillars shaping the Convening EMEA 2026 experience in Lisbon. As organisations navigate increasing complexity, accelerating change, and evolving expectations, the ability to anticipate emerging shifts and make confident decisions has never been more important.
In a curated conversation, Anne Lise Kjaer will introduce practical principles and frameworks that help leaders think beyond today’s challenges and navigate uncertainty with greater confidence. Together with Miguel Neves, she will explore the signals shaping our future, challenge assumptions, and inspire you to make more informed decisions that strengthen your organisation, events, and communities.
Join us in Lisbon to develop a future-focused mindset, gain practical tools for navigating uncertainty, and discover how the decisions you make today can help shape a more resilient tomorrow.
