Stage #1 - Forum 2026

Karl Sjöblom is an innovation expert, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker who challenges the way organizations think about innovation, leadership, and the future. He works with companies to build innovation capability as a true business capability — not as a side project. As CEO of Eicorn and an advisor in innovation management, he works closely with leaders navigating change. He also supports startups and scaleups with fundraising and capital acquisition when their ambition is to create positive impact for society or the environment. Karl has studied strategic leadership, business model innovation, decision-making, and financing innovation through the Stanford Graduate School of Business LEAD program. In his keynote talks, he combines international perspectives with practical experience and a clear ambition: helping organizations become bolder, more relevant, and better prepared for the future.