In a world that is constantly in a state of fundamental change, it can be hard to stay ahead of the curve. One of the biggest modern-day developments is technology, and in order to be successful in this lifetime, it is crucially important to welcome digital transformation. Here at Champions Speakers, we are fortunate to work with the best digital transformation speakers, who expertly detail why it is important to digitally transform – read our guide to digital transformation below, and book an expert digital transformation speaker today!
What Is Digital Transformation?
Digital transformation is defined as the fundamental change caused by technology, that organisations embed into their business that leads to success and benefits. Digital transformation can lead to increased efficiency, unlocking new value and greater business agility.
Digital transformation encompasses the use of AI, cloud computing, automation and data to leverage the creation of intelligent and driven workforces.
Why Should I Hire a Digital Transformation Speaker?
Digital transformation can seem a daunting and complex to navigate task. To make this daunting task a walk in the park, why not hire a digital transformation speaker? Our expert digital transformation speakers are adept at helping people to understand what needs to be done to digitally transform, from the adoption of AI to the streamlining of technological services.
Putting the complexities of digital transformation into an understandable context, hire a digital transformation speaker by calling 0207 1010 553 or by completing our online contact form today!
Below, we have made a selection of the official top 10 digital transformation speakers for hire in 2024 who will help you stay ahead of the curve and digitally transform today!
Top 16 Digital Transformation Speakers
- Jonas Kjellberg
- Jo Salter
- Nina Schick
- David Rowan
- Inma Martinez
- Bruce Daisley
- Nonny de la Peña
- Barton Goldenberg
- Dame Inga Beale
- Tom Goodwin
- Brent Hoberman
- Jeremy Schwartz
- James Bidwell
- Lars Silberbauer
- Hamish Taylor
- Vladimer Botsvadze
Jonas Kjellberg
Jonas Kjellberg is a leading innovator and pioneer of digital transformation, best known as a Co-Creator and Managing Director of Skype. Having helped to create Skype back in 2004, Jonas was responsible for the management of the Nordic region, using his technical expertise to make Skype a highly lucrative venture.
Digitally transforming society with his innovative video chat platform, Jonas helped to generate Skype a reputation as a household name and over 90% of Skype’s total revenue. A revolutionary form of technology, Jonas is highly regarded for digitally transforming business and global communications. Since leaving his role at Skype, Jonas has enjoyed great success as a technology innovator and businessman, having worked as the CEO of Wyatt, a digital media investment company, the Head of Nordic for BCG Digital Ventures and the Founder of NORNORM.
Named as one of Finland’s Top 10 Speakers and as the International Guest Speaker of the Year, Jonas is now also highly sought after as a digital transformation keynote speaker. Having digitally transformed the sector of business communications, Jonas shares his story of innovating a transformative digital technology and his expertise on why digital transformation translates to business success. Hire Jonas Kjellberg to learn all there is to know about digital transformation today!
Official Feedback for Jonas Kjellberg;
"The feedback for the conference has been overwhelmingly positive and Jonas is one of the big reasons why. He was impactful, charming and really funny. Jonas even got to talk to the President of The Slovak Republic at our Speaker’s Dinner, which he really enjoyed. All in all, I am very happy we could host him at Bratislava, he definitely was one of the highlights of the day – I’d say that for many, his speech was THE HIGHLIGHT." - Kristina, FutureNow
Jo Salter
Having enjoyed a former career as the first female fast jet pilot of the Panavia Tornado in the Royal Air Force, Jo Salter is now revered in her role as the Director of Global Transformative Leadership for PwC. Having developed a plethora of experience in leadership, performing under pressure and analytical thinking, Jo has also formerly worked as the Head of Technical Services for NetConnect and the Director of Risk Technology Strategy and Director of People & Organisation for PwC.
Throughout her career, Jo has come to understand the importance of digital transformation, something that continues to be evident in her proficiency in Global Transformative Leadership at PwC – working with clients to understand the benefits that digital transformation has on organisational transformation.
Named as one of the 50 Most Inspiring Women in the World by Harpers & Queen, Jo is also a revered author – having written the titles Energy and Energize. With detailed expertise in organisational transformation, Jo is a fantastic choice as a speaker when looking to learn the benefits of digital transformation for business success. Don’t miss your chance for an inspirational speech from the former Flight Lieutenant of the 617 Squadron, Jo Salter.
Official Feedback for Jo Salter:
"Without a doubt, Jo was the best speaker I’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to. Totally outstanding. A perfect balance of content within Jo’s story, so relevant to our team, our lives and the event. Couldn’t be rated higher, and so many amazing comments from the team about being inspired and taking insights away for change. Please pass on our enormous gratitude." - Stuart, Head of Business Delivery, Three
Nina Schick
Nina Schick is a decorated technologist, who is famed for being one of the earliest generative AI experts and the author of the world’s first book on AI-generated content, DEEPFAKES: The Coming Infocalypse. Founder of Tamang Ventures and the Creator of the Era of Generative AI, Nina is well versed on the importance of digital transformation, using her prominence to push the importance of generative AI adoption.
Focussing on spreading awareness of how AI will digitally transform society, Nina works tirelessly to promote the benefits of digital transformation and its importance in staying ahead of the curve. Having formerly advised world leaders such as President Joe Biden and the former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Nina is a preeminent thought leader whose expertise is trusted globally.
An Advisor to Truepic and Synthesia, the creators of the first AI-to-video generation platform and the first media authentication technology, Nina is committed to promoting the importance of digital transformation for business success. Sitting at the forefront of the digital transformation of AI, don’t hesitate in hiring Nina Schick as a digital transformation speaker to learn how digital transformation is crucial to not being left in the past.
Official Feedback for Nina Shick:
"The highlight of the event" - TEDx Glasgow
David Rowan
David Rowan is a decorated businessman, who has dedicated his career to sharing his authority on how technology will impact business. Forging his success as the Founder and Editor in Chief of WIRED UK, David is revered for creating a platform that shared the latest digital transformations in society and how such digital transformation affects culture, politics and the economy.
Also the Founder of VOYAGERS and Host of the Walks with Founders Podcast, David is highly regarded for his future-proofed success as a digital transformation expert. Also the author of the Amazon No.1 Bestseller Non-Bullshit Innovation: Radical Ideas from the World’s Smartest Minds, David is able to expertly define the latest digital transformations such as AI, autonomous vehicles and quantum computing.
Now hired as a distinguished digital transformation speaker, David uses his years of experience running one of the most successful technology publications to inform his keynote speeches. Having delivered detailed speeches on digital transformation and technology for the likes of Facebook, HSBC and Coca-Cola, David’s expertise is highly regarded by the world’s biggest companies. When looking for a speaker who can emphasise the true importance of digital transformation, hire David Rowan today!
Official Feedback for David Rowan:
"I wanted to thank you for your time to moderate the G8 Innovation Conference. You set the tone for the day perfectly, engaging the audience and steering the presenters through a very full agenda. The feedback from the day has been overwhelmingly positive, which is largely due to your dynamism, good humour and professionalism." - Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron, G8 Innovation Conference
Inma Martinez
A leading authority on digital transformation, machine learning and technology, Inma Martinez is highly regarded for her lucrative career as a member of the Steering Committee Multitask Expert Group at The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence and the Advisory Council to the State Secretary for Artificial Intelligence at the Ministry of Economy and Digital Transformation of the Government of Spain.
Having established a reputation as an authority on AI, Inma has also been highly committed to GPAI’s Innovation and Commercialisation of AI Task Group and the Council for Society Cooperation at Loyola University. When not sharing her expertise as a board member, Inma shares her knowledge of digital transformation in her books – which include the titles The Fifth Industrial Revolution and The Future of the Automotive Industry.
A decorated speaker, Inma has formerly spoken at the Brussels Economic Forum and for The Economist on the future of industrial automation and manufacturing. Named as one of the Top 50 AI Influencers To Follow On Twitter and one of the Top 20 Women Changing the Landscape of Data, hire Inma Martinez as a digital transformation speaker today to learn how AI will digitally transform society.
Official Feedback for Inma Martinez:
"Excellent presentation. Engaging, informative and thought provoking." - First Rate Exchange Services
Bruce Daisley
The former European Vice President of Twitter and the Managing Director of YouTube, Bruce Daisley has enjoyed a decorated career working at the forefront of digital transformation. Having sat at the helm of two of the World’s most revolutionary forms of technology, Bruce has witnessed first-hand how these platforms have caused digital transformation.
Today, Bruce is an expert on workplace culture, emphasising how digital transformation of a company can create improved workplace culture – relieving individuals of workplace stress with the aid of digital technology. In addition to his roles at Twitter and YouTube, Bruce has also shared his expertise as an author, having written the titles The Joy Of Work, Eat Sleep Work Repeat and Fortitude – recognised in the top 5 of the Sunday Times Bestsellers and named Best Business Book of the Year by the Financial Times.
Now a Visiting Honorary Professor at Bayes Business School, Bruce is also hired as a distinguished digital transformation speaker. Hired to share stories from his time working for YouTube and Twitter, Bruce emphasises the importance of digital transformation in stellar workplace cultures. With a such a decorated career to his name, don’t miss your opportunity to hire Bruce Daisley today.
Official Feedback for Bruce Daisley:
"Bruce was fantastic. People really enjoyed his presentation – the content was spot on." - Thea, Head of Corporate Relations, Diageo
Nonny de la Pena
Nicknamed the “Godmother of Virtual Reality”, Nonny de la Peña is a preeminent authority on virtual and augmented reality who is working to inspire digital transformation throughout the corporate world. The Founder and CEO of the Emblematic Group, Nonny is committed to the development of 5G innovations and AI adoption – a true pioneer of immersive technology.
Named the WSJ Technology Innovator of the Year, Nonny has also committed her expertise to working as a Senior Research Fellow in Immersive Journalism at the USC Annenberg School of Journalism and as the founding Director of the Center for Emerging Media and Narrative at Arizona State University. Having completed detailed research into 3D virtual worlds, VR and AR, Nonny is dedicated to digitally transforming society with immersive tech.
Named as one of the 20 Most Influential Latinos in Tech and awarded the Knight Innovation Award, Nonny is a revolutionary leading the future generation of immersive technology enthusiasts. Having also been a member of the BAFTA Virtual Reality Board, Nonny has also delivered the TEDx talks The Future of News? and Immersive Journalism: Putting the Audience in the Story. When looking for an expert on the digital transformation of AI, hire Nonny de la Peña today.
Official Feedback for Nonny de la Peña:
"Nonny inspires all of us to see the potential impact and future of immersive storytelling. Her team admires and respects her in a way that even the best founders and CEOs would kill for. Nonny will continue to make the world a better and more entertaining place to live in through the power of storytelling and technology." - Dylan, CEO, Shadows
Barton Goldenberg
A renowned digital transformation strategist, Barton Goldenberg has shaped the future as a preeminent authority on disruptive technology, augmented reality and virtual reality. The Founder and President of ISM Inc, Barton has both designed and implemented customer strategies, working with the likes of Kraft Heinz and Jaguar Land Rover.
With other roles of Barton’s including being the District Governor and Area Governor for the Rotary District and President of the Rotary Club, Barton has also authored several books – including the titles CRM Automation, CRM in Real Time and Definitive Guide to Social CRM.
Most recently, Barton has been focusing his interests on the Metaverse, a form of technology that will cause major digital transformation throughout society. The Founder of the Metaverse Resource Center, Barton helps executives digitally transform their business for the Metaverse and stay ahead of the curve. Dedicated to emphasising digital transformation, hire Barton Goldenberg to learn how digital transformation will lead to customer acquisition, retention and business growth.
Official Feedback for Barton Goldenberg:
"Barton’s keynote at SCORE was as entertaining as it was insightful. Knowing he was speaking to senior executives who are very knowledgeable on customer experience strategy and the underlying technologies, he still was able to significantly expand their understanding of both areas in a very conversational manner." - Bill, VP of Marketing & Business Development, Customer Relationship Management Institute
Dame Inga Beale
Dame Inga Beale is a highly decorated businesswoman, who has made waves in a male-dominated sector as the first female CEO of Lloyd’s of London. As the first female CEO in 328 years, Inga pioneered great change at Lloyd’s, from launching the Pride@Lloyds Network to digitally transforming a historic business that still majorly operated on paper.
Digitally transforming Lloyd’s and taking the company into the digital age, Inga ensured that this iconic business would not be stuck in the past by emphasising the importance of digital transformation for business success. Her drive to digitally transform the business proved worthwhile, with Lloyd’s continuing their successful operation to date.
Named at the top of the OUTstanding & FT Leading LGBT Executive Power List and appointed DBE in the 2017 New Year Honours, Inga is a true inspiration to many business executives across the globe. Having initiated great change at Lloyd’s by transforming their digital operations, Inga is highly sought after as a digital transformation speaker to share how she transformed the future of an over 300-year-old business and ensured that they stayed ahead of the curve. Hire Dame Inga Beale as a digital transformation speaker today!
Official Feedback for Dame Inga Beale:
"I just wanted to reach out and say a huge thank you to everyone at Champions and Dame Inga. What a truly inspiring session and the perfect way to launch the Kärcher Women’s Network. My inbox is already flooded with comments from people on how much Inga has taught them. I know that session will stick with me forever." - Aimee, Head of Learning & Development, Kärcher
Tom Goodwin
An acclaimed author and leading authority on technology, creativity and innovation, Tom Goodwin is famed as the Co-Founder of ALL WE HAVE IS NOW and the author of Digital Darwinism: Surviving the New Age of Business Disruption. Exploring the future of business in relation to technology, Tom is revered for his ability to advise all manner of clients, from startups to Fortune 500 businesses, on the importance of digital transformation and innovation.
Having formerly been the Head of Futures and Insight for Publicis Groupe, the SVP of Strategy and Innovation for Havas Media, the Director of Partner Development for IPG Media Lab and the Director of Growth and Innovation for DeVries Public Relations, Tom has a distinguished career history in strategy, business development and innovation across a variety of sectors.
Featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Economist, Times and Forbes to name but a few, Tom is highly regarded as an authority on the importance of digital transformation for the future of the workplace. Voted a No.1 Voice in Marketing, Tom is highly acclaimed for his expertise on change in a post pandemic world, emphasising to his clients why they need to digitally transform to complement the digital age. When looking for an expert on digital transformation, business development, the future of work and marketing, don’t hesitate in hiring Tom Goodwin today.
Official Feedback for Tom Goodwin:
"Tom is one of the smartest folks I’ve worked with and excellent at managing client relationships. Even faced with the toughest of sells, he can win clients over with his excellent people skills, sharp wit and command of the subject matter at hand… he is quick to recognise game-changing innovations that can deliver strong business results for clients." - Andy, VP Creative Technology, Spark Foundry
Brent Hoberman
Brent Hoberman is famed as the Co-Founder and CEO of lastminute.com, widely known for guiding the infamous company to great success and profit. Digitally transforming the way in which consumers could book holidays, Brent revolutionised the age-old process of visiting the travel agents by introducing a digital system that allowed consumers to book a holiday from the comfort of their own home.
Today, Brent is the Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Firstminute Capital, a successful seed fund, Co-Founder of Founders Factory and Co-Founder of Founders Forum. Having created a highly successful business that was sold for over $1.1 billion, Brent’s expertise on the importance of digital transformation is unparalleled.
Also an expert advisor to The Oxford Foundry and The Royal Academy, Brent is a revered businessman whose expertise sees him highly sought after as a keynote speaker on digital transformation. Having also been the Co-Chair of the Prime Minister’s Business Sector Council for Small Businesses, don’t miss your chance to hire Brent Hoberman for an engaging keynote on the integration of new technology in business and digital transformation.
Official Feedback for Brent Hoberman:
"One of the great stories of the past 4/5 years. Thoroughly enjoyable." - Vantis
Jeremy Schwartz
Jeremy Schwartz is a distinguished businessman, who has enjoyed a successful career working for the biggest brands across the globe. An expert on business innovation, management and sustainable business, Jeremy is working tirelessly to promote the importance of digital transformation for business prosperity.
Widely known for his success as a businessman, Jeremy has formerly worked as the Marketing Director of L’Oréal, CEO of The Body Shop, Director of Brand Marketing for Sainsbury’s, Director of Marketing for Coca-Cola, Managing Director of L’Oréal and CEO of Pandora. With such a credible business history to his name, Jeremy has forged a reputation as a business transformation expert – innovating countless business turnarounds and business transformations.
Today, Jeremy is the Chairman of Sustainability and Inclusion at Kantar and a NED of Revolution Beauty, committed to sustainable business. Highly regarded for his expertise in digital business transformation, hire Jeremy Schwartz today to learn how digital transformation will innovate consumer-focused cultures, create market leaders and generate sustainable business. Book Jeremy Schwartz today!
Official Feedback for Jeremy Schwartz:
"We were very happy with Jeremy Schwartz and he was well received by the team and our CEOs. His messages were on point with the overall content of the conference." - Tapestry
James Bidwell
A distinguished marketing executive with a decorated history, James Bidwell is widely known as the former Marketing Director of Selfridges. The former Marketing Manager of Euro Disney and The Walt Disney Company, James has a plethora of knowledge surrounding digital transformation and digital innovation, helping his clients to navigate unprecedented transformation in a world that is rapidly changing.
As the Marketing Director of Selfridges, James was responsible for successful business transformation, commended for having “transformed the stuffy Selfridges chain into a collection of hip and happening spaces” – digitally transforming the age-old department stores into innovative and attractive places to shop. Today, James is the CEO and Chair of Springwise, a global leader of innovation and idea spotting – further emphasising his expertise in digital transformation and the importance of digital transformation for business success.
Helping his clients to navigate digital transformation at a rapid pace, James expertly details to role of innovation and cultural shift in the face of digital transformation. Named as one of the Creative Business Top 50 by the Financial Times and as one of London’s 1000 Most Influential by the London Evening Standard, don’t miss the opportunity to hire James Bidwell as a leading digital transformation expert speaker.
Official Feedback for James Bidwell:
"James gets it. He gets the hard values that make a business profitable. He gets the soft values that make a business. He also gets what makes people tick, internally and externally, and that makes you realise why so many of the world’s most interesting brands want to get hold of James." - Chris, CEO, Verbal Identity
Lars Silberbauer
A mastermind largely credited for the success of the LEGO group, Lars Silberbauer is a leading businessman renowned for his expertise on branding and digital transformation. Famed for his tenure working for LEGO, Lars was formerly a Social Media Strategist, Head of Social Media, Global Director of Digital and Senior Global Director of Digital for the LEGO Group.
In such roles, Lars was responsible for the phenomenal digital success of the brand, having orchestrated a great digital transformation that saw LEGO transition from a traditional toy manufacturer to a leading digital media company. Prior to Lars working at LEGO, the brand had virtually no digital presence – leading the company to be named as the Most Powerful Brand in the World by Brand Finance.
Since his influential tenure at LEGO, Lars has also worked as the SVP of Viacom, the Global Head of Brand Marketing and Digital at the Olympics and Chief Marketing Officer of Nokia Phones. Named as one of the Top 25 Marketing Innovators in EMEA by Holmes Report, Lars is highly sought after as a keynote speaker to share his expertise on digital transformation – backed by his credible career at LEGO. Named as one of the Top 3 Speakers at Cannes Lions, don’t miss your chance to hire Lars Silberbauer today!
Official Feedback for Lars Silberbauer:
"Lars is an inspiring leader and public speaker, skilled at turning complex problems into simple solutions that deliver outstanding results. He thrives on innovation and creating bold visions for success that his teams are passionate about delivering." - David, Director, Activation Blizzard
Hamish Taylor
Hamish Taylor is a distinguished businessman, who is a revered advisor on customer-centricity and business transformation. Renowned for his influence on some of the world’s most recognisable brands, Hamish is famed for his time spent working as the General Manager of Brands for British Airways, the CEO of the Eurostar Group and the CEO of Sainsbury’s Bank.
During his tenure at such brands, Hamish is credited for successful business transformation, such as innovating traditional banking with digital transformation during his time at Sainsbury’s Bank and digitally transforming passenger brands during his time working for British Airways. In recognition of his commitment to business transformation, Hamish was honoured with recognition as Rail Professional Business Manager of the Year.
Having also formerly worked in Brand Management for Procter & Gamble and as a Management Consultant for PwC, Hamish is a revered expert on business transformation who expertly details the importance of digital transformation in business prosperity. With a credible working history at Sainsbury’s, British Airways and Eurostar to his name, don’t miss the opportunity to learn all there is to know about digital transformation and business transformation with Hamish Taylor.
Official Feedback for Hamish Taylor:
"Hamish brings an infectious energy to the table. He is enthusiastic yet very keen on hearing what you have to say hence his collaborative approach to creating a piece of work that not only is effective but truly meets the client’s needs. His enthusiasm is matched with genuine experienced insights into the world of business. The work that Hamish did for the Post Office was received extremely well by the senior management audience and indeed several of whom had a ‘corridor’ chat with me raving about this guy ‘Hamish’. He has real credibility and this shines through in everything he did with us. All in all, we would do business again – it was a pleasure!" - Post Office
Vladimer Botsvadze
Vladimer Botsvadze, a digital marketing and transformation pioneer, has significantly shaped the industry through his thought leadership and advisory roles with business leaders. He is a respected authority on online branding, captivating global audiences with keynote speeches and onscreen commentary. With expertise spanning content marketing, AI, chatbots, and more, Vladimer is a sought-after speaker for various industry conferences and summits.
In 2023, Thinkers360 crowned him as the No.1 Global Marketing Thought Leader, solidifying his industry influence. Vladimer graces prominent conferences like the Global Marketing Summit, leaving audiences empowered with actionable strategies. Armed with nine best-selling books and 15 years of international experience, Vladimer's speaking topics are backed by extensive research and authentic expertise.
His practical approach to marketing benefits business executives and Fortune 500 brands, leading to successful billion-dollar marketing projects. Vladimer's accolades include being a top influencer in marketing, social media, tech, retail, machine learning, and fintech. He's been honored with The Sevenfold Crown by Thinkers360, and his expertise has benefited renowned organizations like Audi and the London Business School.
Official Feedback for Vladimer Botsvadze:
"Vladimer is an impressive communicator within both global and local channels. He demonstrates a depth of knowledge in digital and online strategy that is of expert capacity with a focus for results. Vladimer has a willingness to share knowledge and empower others to be successful. It's a pleasure liaising with him globally and highly recommended." - Derinda, Vice President, Loyalty Solutions at MasterCard
What are the Benefits of Digital Transformation?
The main benefits of digital transformation are:
- Modernising infrastructure – improving technology can increase the efficiency of a company’s global network.
- Solve business problems – new digital technologies can modernise business practices and highlight problems that can be solved by using technology.
- Gain business insight – technology can allow you to gain a better understanding of how business is performing, such as seeing how many people visit your websites and complete transactions.
- Save costs – digital tools can streamline processes, identify low-performing areas of business, and, in the long term, save costs on low-performing areas.
Source: Google
Hire a Digital Transformation Speaker Today!
If you are interested in hiring a digital transformation speaker, don’t hesitate to contact Champions Speakers today! To hire a digital transformation speaker, browse our roster of speakers, make your selection and contact one of our dedicated booking agents on 0207 1010 553 or by completing our online contact form. Futureproof your business with a digital transformation speaker today!
