Disruptive Technologies
Soren Kaplan’s diverse, hands-on experience with disruptive technology, product and service innovation, and new business models, gives him a unique perspective that keeps his audiences on the edge of their seats. With an eye on the future, he outlines the intersecting trends, technologies, and the forces shaping new opportunities. But he doesn’t stop there. He also reveals the emerging and potentially disruptive applications of these trends, while drawing connections and outlining implications for business leaders and organizations as they move into their increasingly fast-paced and uncertain futures.
Ranked as one of the world’s top strategic consultants by Business Insider, Dr. Kaplan shares what works (and doesn’t) from his decades of experience leading initiatives with top companies and brands.
In addition to his hands-on experience, Soren leads executive development programs in business model innovation for senior leaders globally through USC’s Center for Effective Organizations, Copenhagen Business School, Melbourne Business School in Australia, Tias Nimbas Business School in The Netherlands, and for many others. He also advises and consults to companies including Cisco, Disney, Visa, Colgate-Palmolive, Red Bull, Medtronic, Roche, SK Telecom (South Korea), Kaiser Permanente, Medtronic, and many others.
Having previously led the strategy and innovation consulting group at Hewlett-Packard (HP) and as the founder and advisor of several start-ups including Praxie.com, Soren understands the practical challenges involved in creating and leading “disruptive” new business models. He has presented to dozens of corporations, conferences, associations, universities, and nonprofits and is a widely recognized expert in business strategy, disruptive innovation, and organizational culture.
Some previous presentations include:
Soren’s engaging and motivational speaking style leads his audiences through a journey of exploration and discovery to insight and practical application, ensuring that everyone walks away energized and motivated – and with a sense of actionable direction.
Soren customizes every keynote to his specific audience – since he’s an adamant believer that it’s only possible to truly connect to others when one has an understanding of their needs, challenges and passions. For inquires about Soren’s speaking engagements, including his experience working across specific areas and industries such as disruptive technology, healthcare, design thinking, financial services, consumer products, manufacturing, food and beverage, media and entertainment, and others, click here.
