Lasse Jonasson

Chief Foresight Officer, Futurist, and author, delivering keynote talks on future trends, strategy, innovation, and risk management.

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Futures Research in Strategy, Innovation, and Risk Management

Lasse Jonasson is our Chief Foresight Officer and one of Denmark's most experienced futurists. With a background in the financial sector and more than 15 years of advising C-suite executives, he combines sharp strategic thinking with a deep understanding of the trends shaping the future. Lasse is a dynamic and engaging keynote speaker who makes complex forces of change accessible and relevant. His presentations provide practical insights into how futures research can be translated into action within strategy, innovation, and risk management.

About Lasse Jonasson – Future Strategies and Decision-Making

When Lasse Jonasson takes the stage, he opens the door to a world of opportunities, challenges, and transformation. As our Chief Foresight Officer, he leads the institute's advisory practice, helping organisations understand and navigate the forces shaping tomorrow's world. He specialises in long-term strategic planning through scenario development, trend analysis, and building organisational resilience.

His approach to futures research is not about predicting what will happen, but about understanding what could happen—and how to prepare for it. Lasse provides audiences with practical insights into how organisations can work systematically with future-oriented strategies to make more resilient decisions and thrive in the face of uncertainty and change.

Experience Across Industries

With a background in the financial sector and more than 15 years of experience advising C-suite management, Lasse has worked with organisations across a wide range of industries. This gives him a unique perspective on cross-sector challenges and emerging trends. In his presentations, he draws on cases and experience from both private and public organisations, making his insights practical, relevant, and actionable.

His deep understanding of how futures research can be integrated into strategy and innovation has made him a sought-after speaker in the business community. He bridges the gap between theory and practice, demonstrating how strategic work with the future can strengthen organisational decision-making.

An Engaging and Inspiring Speaker

Lasse Jonasson is known for his clear, direct, and energetic presentation style. He is passionate about creating understanding and motivation around futures thinking, and his keynote speeches combine academic rigour with practical insight. Audiences experience an engaging speaker who makes complex trends tangible, accessible, and inspiring.

His presentations can be tailored to executive teams, employees, and boards of directors, with content adapted to the specific challenges and opportunities of each industry.

Keynote Topics

When you book Lasse Jonasson, you gain a keynote that combines insight, inspiration, and practical tools. Topics include:

  • Future drivers of change and megatrends
  • Applying futures research to strategic decision-making
  • Innovation, disruption, and new business models
  • Building organisational resilience and agility
  • Turning future scenarios into strategic action

His presentations provide a strong foundation for working with the future in a more strategic and proactive way. Participants leave with new knowledge, fresh perspectives, and practical inspiration they can apply regardless of their industry or starting point.

Book Lasse Jonasson for Your Next Event

Would you like to prepare your organisation for the future? Lasse Jonasson is an excellent choice. He delivers insight, energy, and strategic direction, demonstrating how futures research can become a practical resource for your organisation's strategic development.

Book Lasse Jonasson for your next conference, leadership seminar, or internal event and gain inspiring insights into the forces shaping the future of your industry.

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