Karl Lillrud

Named as one of the world’s Top 30 Professional Speakers by Global Guru, and one of the Top 10 Thought Leaders on AI by Thinkers360, Karl Lillrud is one of the most experienced eCommerce business professionals, as well as a business coach, and bestselling author.

A global thought leader on AI, Karl is a beacon in both business and innovation. He has spoken for TEDx, at the World Economic Forum week in Davos, is part of the Harvard Business Review, and has written for Forbes magazine.

His collaborative endeavours with Fortune 500 giants and innovative unicorn start-ups demonstrate his versatile expertise and wide-reaching impact in the business world.

His book You, Me and AI (2023), Karl delves into the AI revolution from 54 different angles, underscoring his extensive understanding of the subject. He also explores how AI is transforming society in areas such as education, creativity, work, and our sense of identity, identifying topics including digital immortality, machines understanding spirituality, and the reinvention of democracy through AI governance.

His broad spectrum of AI-related topics, combined with practical insights, set Karl apart from other experts. In huge demand, Karl provides keynotes on the topics of business growth, eCommerce, consumer behaviour, and online business strategies. He has worked with and spoken to clients across the globe, from the UK and the US to Norway, Sweden, Spain, and France.

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More About Karl Lillrud

Karl Lillrud’s professional journey started in 1996, and ever since he has been the catalyst for growth for organisations globally, including the likes of 3, AstraZeneca, H&M, Klarna, Qliro, Spotify, and Volvo. His entrepreneurial spirit has seen him starting a number of successful businesses, including Synergy Group, Store Clerk, Prizelizer,.com, StartupBY.com, and Pixico. His battle with dyslexia in his academic years morphed into a strength, nurturing a creative, problem-solving mindset.

In August 2024, Karl was appointed to the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council – a leader in providing cutting-edge business insights and thought leadership. His 20+ years experience working in AI and digital strategy has not only driven growth for leading lobal brands, but has also et new standards in the industry. His contributions “will enhance our offerings and provide valuable perspectives for business leaders around the globe”. It is believed that Karl will participate in high-level discussions, provide critical feedback on editorial content, and contribute pieces that reflect his expertise in AI, business strategy, and digital transformation.

Karl has sat on a number of judging panels, including:

– Global Startup Award 2024

– UK Digital Excellence Award 2023

– Global Business Tech Award 2023

– Global Agency Award 2022

– Global Search Award 2022

– UK eCommerce Award 2021, 2022

– Global eCommerce Award 2021

KARL LILLRUD – AUTHOR

Karl is the bestselling author of several books, including:

– Become Innovative: Create the Future (2024)

– AI Your Second Brain: Evolve or Go Extinct (2023)

– You, Me and A.I: The Future is Now, the Journey Into the Reality of Our Future (2023)

– Organizing Amazing Speaker Events Vol 2 (2022)

– Online Business Terms & Acronyms (2021)

– Hacking Your Destiny (2020)

– Organizing Amazing Speaker Events Vol 1 (2019)

– The Better Business Book: 100 People, 100 Stories, 100 Business Lessons to Live By (2018)

KARL LILLRUD – SPEAKER

He didn’t set out to become a motivational speaker, but after a consulting job, he was asked if he could come and inspire the employees with his knowledge and passion. Whilst he has specific keynotes available, Karl believes in tailoring each to the client and audience in question.

Karl transcends the basic role of facilitator, and sees himself more as an Experience Architect. His near 30 year career is marked by transforming keynote speeches and panel discussions into engaging, practical, and life-altering journeys.

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His keynote topics include:

AI: Transforming Education’s DNA: Discover the pivotal role AI has in revolutionising educational methods, from creating bespoke learning journeys to streamlining admin tasks. Karl provides practical insights into how educators and institutions cn harness AT for an enhanced learning experience.

AI Leadership: Navigating Tomorrow: Dive into the essential skills needed for visionary leadership in the AI era. Karl focusses on leveraging AI for strategic innovation, and cultivating a future-ready mindset.

Agile Development in the AI Epoch: A Game Changer: Delve into how AI is accelerating Agile methodologies, enhancing predictive analytics, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

AI: A Cross-Sector Catalyst: Explore how AI transcends traditional business boundaries, offering sector-specific insights and transformative applications. Karl teaches how to leverage the transformational impact of AI for sector-specific challenges and opportunities.

AI Empowerment Across Organisational Hierarchies: Delve into how AI can be harnessed by different personnel within an organisation; from frontline workers to leaders and executives.

AI for the C-Suite: Steering the Ship in the AI Waters: Explore how the COX’s can harness AI for strategic advantage, informed decision-making, and fostering innovation.

AI Success Chronicles: From Visionary to Victory: Dive into a riveting showcase of AI success stories across various industries.

AI and the Future of Finance: A New Dawn: Explore how AI is transforming the financial sector, from risk management to customer engagement.

AI-Driven Healthcare: Lifesaving Innovations: Discover how AI is revolutionising healthcare, from diagnostics to personalised treatment plans.

AI for Sustainable Business Practices: The Green Algorithm: Explore how AI is being harnessed for sustainable business practices, from resource management to carbon footprint reduction.

Online Business in the AI Epoch: Beyond Boundaries: Unravel how AI is transforming the landscape of online business, fostering enhanced user experiences, and driving operational efficiencies. From startup to scale, this keynote offers a journey into how AI can be leveraged across various facets of online business.

Quantum Frontiers in Finance: Mastering Enhanced Cyber Resilience: This keynote is split into three sections. Firstly, The Quantum Vault. Karl unravels the complexities of quantum mechanics and AI, illustrating how this combination can transform risk management, cybersecurity strategies, and fraud detection. Then we go into The Quantum Shift, where Karl will navigate through the intricacies of quantum-safe protocols and AI algorithms, providing practical insights and a competitive advantage in the financial sector. And then Strategies for Quantum Readiness. Karl guides audiences through a series of actionable strategies that are vital for quantum readiness in the financial sector. This whole session will end with a Q&A session and an opportunity for deeper diving into the topic and to address any specific concerns.

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Karl doesn’t just talk; he listens and he engages. By tuning into the pulse of the room, he knows when to steer the conversation towards unexplored territories or when to delve deeper into a subject. he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He doesn’t just fill gaps; he bridges worlds, whether your audience is well-versed in tech and AI or new to the field.

Previous events include:

– Future of eCommerce, Poland

– Leveraging eCommerce, London

– eCommerce Expo, Sweden

– eCommerce Technology, Sweden

– Entrepreneurial Week, Sweden

– IDEA Labs, India

– LFA BIFEX, Lebanon

– Global SCADA and Cyber Security, Netherlands

– TEDx Kedge BS, France

– IT Tech International, Iran

– Communication Day, Sweden

– eCommerce Expo, Ireland

– Coveo, London

– Retail Online, Dubai

– Gensis BCW, India

CLIENTS

3, AstraZeneca, the British Chamber of Commerce, Coleman Research, H&M, JENSEN Education, Klarna, Lizer Group, People to People IT Consulting, Readly, the Saudi Chamber of Commerce, Spotify, Store Lens, TUI, Volvo.

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Testimonials

Bringing cutting-edge insights on artificial intelligence, our campus had the privilege of hosting Karl who was an incredibly accessible and accommodating speaker. He engaged with us extensively to ensure the content was relevant and impactful. His expertise combined with his willingness to work closely with our team made for an enlightening and personalized experience.
Jan Lloyd-Lesley, Associate Vice President of Seminole State, College of Florida

“The Elephant in the Room” for the CMO community meeting tis December in Warsaw – Karl shared many accurate insights during his online speech that were a great facilitation for the networking discussion afterwards.
Natalia Podsiadla, Speakers Relations Specialist, Digital University Speakers Office

I would recommend Karl to any group looking for an informative, e-commerce, entrepreneur, no matter the audience. I just can’t thank you enough for your inspiring keynote presentation on E-commerce, your presentation really stands out with real life examples.
Rana Algowaiz, Saudi Arabia the Ministry of Commerce (E-Commerce Council)

Karl Lillrud is truly an amazing, inspirational speaker on many different topics around eCommerce. His range of knowledge of eCommerce is second to none, and Karl’s input into the event went beyond the call of duty. He’s not only a complete professional, but to work with him was a great experience. The feedback we received from the audience on the day; and the other companies who participated in eCommerce eXpo Ireland was extremely positive. Karl’s also one of the nicest guys I’ve met in my 20+ years of business! If you are considering working with him, I would highly recommend him.
Stephen Quin, E-Commerce eXpo

Karl is a great speaker & mentor who has skills and real life experiences to go along with it.
Gurjinder Singh, IT Project Manager, MTR

Karl’s input into the Event went beyond the call of duty. He’s not only a complete Professional, but to work with him was a great experience.
Dominika Mikurenda, TEDx

Karl is a very likeable person who has the ability to humbly get people to take their next step without remorse. If you are looking for a talent speaker, you can happily choose Karl.
Peder Sönnergaard, Jensen Education, Education Leader

An excellent presentation, it was not good. It was Excellent! Simple yet comprehensive.
Saudi Minister of Commerce, Majid Bin Abdullah Al Qasabi

His expertise, passion, and ability to inspire make him a standout speaker in the world of conferences and events.
Joseph Ridley General Manager Terrapin, Seamless KSA

His passion for the subject matter is highly noticeable, in just 15-minute, attendees gained a fresh perspective and valuable insight.
Sam Tidmarsh, CloserStill London

Karl talked about the future for e-commerce, a really current topic. He also brought in aspects as entrepreneurship and innovation, which really made it interesting for the broader group.
Axel Ödman, TEKTalk Stockholm