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Award-Winning Keynote Speaker on Branding, Innovation & The Future Business Landscape

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Tailored Keynotes That Inspire, Educate & Activate
Whether you're hosting a global conference, an internal leadership summit, or a creative offsite, Johan delivers thought-provoking keynotes rooted in hands-on experience with 25+ global brands.

A selection of keynotes I deliver:
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Future Business Strategy
Uncover how digital transformation, emerging technologies, and shifting markets are reshaping business. Johan delivers future-focused insights that help leaders stay ahead of change.
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Sustainable Branding
Sustainability is more than a trend—it’s a mindset and dedication. Johan shares how purpose-driven business development and branding creates long-term value for people, planet, and business alike.
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Creativity & Big Ideas
From brand challenges to business pivots, Johan demonstrates how creative thinking can unlock unexpected solutions. It's not about thinking outside the box—it’s about redesigning the box entirely.
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AI & Innovation
AI is redefining creativity, leadership, and decision-making as we know it. Johan breaks down what it means for your business and organisation—and how to turn disruption into opportunity.

Mr Ronnestam on the big stage?

This YouTube clip is a glimpse into the kind of keynote Johan Ronnestam delivers on global stages — a high-impact mix of branding, strategy, creativity and innovation. His talks combine motion, sound, storytelling and future-focused insight to challenge perspectives and unlock new ways of thinking. As a keynote speaker, Johan doesn’t just present — he inspires action and equips audiences to build brands for the world ahead.

This specific keynote was delivered at The DK Festival 2025 in Rovinj. The title of my keynote was “The Frontier of Awesome: The Future of Brand Building in an AI-Driven World.”

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Tove Lindholm – Senior Program Manager
Aalto University Executive Education, Finland
Mr Ronnestam delivered an excellent session as part of our Executive Education program for creative industries. Participants praised his engaging delivery, deep expertise, and ability to connect theory with real-world applications. His style is inspiring, and the session received excellent feedback.
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Kristina Cohn Linde
CEO, MiG, Gothenburg
"Johan Ronnestam delivered a magically good and unique lecture about the future of the communication landscape, filled with inspiration and knowledge."
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Magnus Höij
Editor-in-Chief, IDG
"Johan Ronnestam is one of a kind: always up to date, always with his own agenda and his own take on things. In the field of digital marketing and entrepreurship, Johan is one of the most talented and respected voices in Sweden and Europe."
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Meet Johan Ronnestam
A globally awarded brand expert and keynote speaker inspiring bold thinking and action.
Johan Ronnestam is a Swedish brand expert, creative director, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of global experience. Known for his visionary take on branding, innovation, and the future of business, Johan has worked with leading companies like Adidas, Nike, Volvo, MTV, H&M, and BMW Motorrad.

He began exploring the digital space in the early ‘90s and quickly rose to prominence with award-winning work across strategy, design, and communication. As the founder of Foreign and later BAUX, he has helped reshape industries—earning recognition from Cannes Lions, D&AD, Clio, and more.

On stage, Johan delivers keynotes that inspire action and shift perspective. His talks draw from real-world experience and a future-focused mindset—mixing bold ideas with practical insight. Whether it’s about branding, entrepreneurship, or navigating a world transformed by AI, Johan’s energy leaves audiences ready to rethink what’s possible.
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