Dr. Christian Stiegler is a globally recognized digital transformation expert, thought leader, and keynote speaker who empowers organizations to navigate digital change with human-centered values, ethical innovation, and future-ready strategies. Whether you're an executive, policymaker, or innovation manager, Christian delivers practical insights to help your organization thrive in the digital era while ensuring technology serves people and planet.
Digital Days Vienna, 2024
What Your Audience Will Gain
Purpose-Driven Transformation: How to align digital initiatives with sustainability goals and human-centered design principles
Change Leadership: Practical strategies for leading future-ready digital transformation and organizational change that engages stakeholders at all levels
Sustainable Innovation: Ways to foster innovation that benefits communities, customers, and the environment while driving business growth
Impact Measurement: Methods to measure long-term transformation impact beyond short-term profits and technical metrics
Ethical Governance: Frameworks for navigating challenges in digital governance, ethics, and responsible technology adoption
Relevant For
C-Suite & Digital Leaders
Executives driving organizational transformation and digital strategy implementation
Innovation & Sustainability Teams
Managers and advocates connecting digital initiatives with environmental and social impact
Policymakers & Regulators
Officials shaping digital policy, ethical frameworks, and governance structures
Business Strategists & Change Agents
Professionals guiding digital initiatives and managing organizational change
Industry Leaders & Entrepreneurs
Visionaries responsible for the future success of their organization's digital journey
Keynote Topics
Digital Transformation with Purpose
Aligning strategy with sustainability and human values
Discover how to create digital transformation initiatives that go beyond technology implementation to address fundamental business and societal needs. This keynote provides frameworks for aligning digital strategy with organizational purpose, sustainability goals, and stakeholder values to create lasting positive impact.
Future-Ready Organizations
Leading change for resilience and innovation
Learn how to build organizational capabilities that thrive in rapidly changing digital environments. This talk explores practical approaches to fostering digital culture, developing adaptive leadership, and implementing change management strategies that engage employees and drive successful transformation.
Sustainable Innovation
Leveraging technology for social and environmental impact
Explore how digital technologies can address pressing global challenges while creating business value. This keynote showcases organizations successfully implementing digital solutions that reduce environmental footprints, enhance social equity, and create regenerative business models for long-term prosperity.
Ethical Digital Governance
Building transparency and accountability in digital systems
Develop frameworks for responsible digital governance that build trust with stakeholders. This talk provides practical guidance on creating transparent data practices, ethical decision-making processes, and accountability mechanisms that mitigate risks while enabling innovation.
AI & Emerging Tech in Transformation
Integrating new technologies responsibly
Navigate the implementation of artificial intelligence, IoT, blockchain, and other emerging technologies within broader transformation initiatives. This keynote offers strategic approaches to technology assessment, pilot design, and scaled implementation that maximize benefits while addressing ethical considerations.
Tech for Good
Using digital tools to drive positive societal change
Discover how organizations are leveraging digital transformation to create meaningful social impact. This talk highlights inspiring case studies of digital initiatives that empower communities, enhance accessibility, protect human rights, and contribute to sustainable development goals.
All keynotes can be customized to address your organization's specific transformation challenges and opportunities.
“Christian Stiegler has become an important voice in ongoing scholarly and industrial conversations about emerging technologies. As the lead of several research and creative projects, Stiegler has provided a framework for practitioners, scholars, and industry professionals to convene and debate the impact of technology on society.”
“Dr. Christian Stiegler is no ordinary speaker. His talks weave together technology, organization, and psychology, offering deep insight into the evolving human-machine dynamic. He leaves his audience with something to think about. His talks don’t just inform, they linger.”
About Christian Stiegler
Dr. Christian Stiegler is a leading thinker in digital transformation and ethical innovation, advising top global organizations and governments on building responsible, future-ready digital strategies. His work bridges cutting-edge academic research with practical leadership, helping organizations drive growth through sustainable, inclusive digital change.
As Director of Guiding Light, Christian leads initiatives that shape responsible digital transformation practices worldwide. His acclaimed book, The 360° Gaze (MIT Press), explores the cultural and ethical dimensions of emerging technologies, establishing him as a thought leader at the intersection of digital innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.
Christian's dynamic talks at global events like SXSW, Cannes XR, and MIPCOM inspire leaders to create digital transformation strategies grounded in ethics, sustainability, and innovation—empowering them to thrive in today's fast-evolving digital landscape.
With a PhD from the University of Cambridge and the University of Vienna, Christian brings academic rigor and practical experience to every engagement. His background as CEO of two successful digital companies and his work with international organizations like the European Commission, UNICEF, and GIZ give him unique insights into the real-world challenges of digital transformation.
Selected Insights
Keynote and Panel Talk: Digital Days Vienna: “Democracy and AI” (German)
Book: The 360° Gaze. Cambridge, Mass.: MIT Press.
Book: New Media Culture. Bielefeld: Transcript.
Article: Milk & Honey: “Burning Down The House. AI Reality Check.”
Article: AI Ethical Playbook: “Now and Then. The Ethical Implications of Artificial Intelligence in the PR Industry.”
Article: UNICEF Global Partnership Announcement: “Christian Stiegler on #bravehood: Music giants such as Coldplay, The Rolling Stones, R.E.M., Garbage, Nick Cave, Dido, Natalie Merchant and many more support the GUIDING LIGHT initiative #bravehood in support of UNICEF Emergency relief.”
News Appearance: Arirang News South Korea: “Issues & Insiders: Christian Stiegler on the Impact of Streaming on Content, Television & Theater.”
Trusted by Transformation Leaders
60+ Organizations guided through digital transformation initiatives
25+ Countries reached through speaking engagements and consulting
80,000+ Professionals impacted through keynotes and workshops
What Sets Christian Apart
Holistic perspective that integrates technology, business strategy, and human factors
Proven methodologies for sustainable digital transformation that creates lasting value
Passionate advocacy for responsible innovation that serves people and planet
Extensive experience advising organizations across sectors and geographies
Engaging, inspiring delivery that motivates action and drives meaningful change
Book Christian For Your Event
Available for global in-person and virtual speaking engagement
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our streamlined booking process begins with an initial consultation to understand your event objectives, followed by a customized proposal, contract finalization, pre-event preparation calls, and comprehensive post-event resources.
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We recommend initiating the booking process 4-6 months prior to your event date, particularly for international engagements or conferences during peak seasons. Limited availability exists for select dates with shorter notice.
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Speaking fees are based on event format, location, audience size, and customization requirements. Please contact us for a personalized proposal tailored to your specific event objectives.
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Yes. Each presentation is meticulously tailored to your organization's specific industry challenges, audience composition, and strategic objectives through thorough pre-event research and collaborative planning sessions.
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Dr. Stiegler delivers keynote addresses, executive briefings, interactive workshops, and moderated conversations or panel discussions. All formats are tailored to your organizations’s needs and available both in-person and virtually.
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Yes. Dr. Stiegler offers professionally produced virtual keynotes with interactive elements specifically designed for digital engagement. His virtual presentations maintain the same impact and insight as in-person events while accommodating global participation.
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Dr. Stiegler's unique combination of academic expertise, industry experience, and artistic collaboration enables him to translate complex technological concepts into actionable insights that resonate with diverse audiences while providing both strategic vision and practical implementation guidance.
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Yes. All engagements include digital access to presentation materials, recommended resources, and implementation frameworks. Extended consulting engagements or follow-up sessions can be arranged for organizations seeking deeper implementation support.