Jonas Ridderstråle

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Jonas Ridderstråle's Biography

Dr. Jonas Ridderstråle is one of the world’s most influential business thinkers and speakers. Since bursting onto the international scene with the bestseller Funky Business in 2000, Jonas has remained at the forefront of the new generation of management gurus. Recently, the Global Top 30 Management Gurus ranking put him at number 23 worldwide and among the top 5 in Europe. Jonas’ diverse client list includes Fortune 500 companies, major government bodies and sports teams. He is currently a visiting professor at Ashridge in the UK. A Speaker With a Difference Who Makes a DifferenceIn his speaking engagements Dr. Ridderstråle works with a modular “Lego-style” approach. This design enables him to be flexible in adapting both content and length of his presentations to the context and specific needs of the client. In keynotes, workshops and after-dinner speeches, Jonas shares his insights into what’s changing in the new world of business. Depending on the client, the impact of these trends is then linked to implications for issues such as business strategy innovation, talent management, new organizational solutions, leadership challenges, etc. Examples used are aligned to the industrial and cultural setting. Author of Bestselling BooksFunky Business (co-author Kjell A. Nordström) quickly became an international phenomenon, selling in excess of 300,000 copies. The book was recently ranked at number 16 in a Bloomsbury survey of the best business books of all time. The sequel, Karaoke Capitalism, came out in 2004. His latest manifesto for how to make in the new world of business is called Re-energizing the Corporation (co-authored with Mark Wilcox). Jonas is currently working on a new book, provisionally titled Agile. So far, his books have been translated into 30+ languages and published in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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Jonas Ridderstråle: How to Face the Challenges of Tomorrow

Interview with Jonas Ridderstraale at European Business Forum 2017

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Funky Business

In this keynote, our speaker Jonas Ridderstråle brings to life the ideas behind his international bestseller Funky Business. He explains how creativity, individuality, and innovation drive success in today’s rapidly changing economy.

Audiences are inspired to challenge conventions, embrace uniqueness, and harness the funky side of business to stay competitive.

Karaoke Capitalism: Management For Mankind

In this talk, Jonas Ridderstråle explores themes from Karaoke Capitalism, focusing on how businesses must avoid imitating others and instead develop authentic voices. He highlights the dangers of conformity in a hyper-competitive world.

Our speaker motivates leaders to embrace originality and build organisations that reflect true values and creativity.

Forces Of Funk: What Drives Change?

In this session, Jonas Ridderstråle identifies the key forces driving change in the global economy. From technology and globalisation to shifting values, he explains how these dynamics shape business realities.

Our speaker equips audiences with tools to understand change and respond with agility and innovation.

Life In The Funky Village: Business Megatrends

In this keynote, Jonas Ridderstråle paints a vivid picture of the “funky village”—a world of interconnectedness, diversity, and unpredictability. He explores megatrends transforming business and society.

Audiences gain clarity on how to prepare for the future while leveraging opportunities in this dynamic environment.

The Future Firm: The Shape Of Things To Come

In this talk, Jonas Ridderstråle examines how organisations will evolve in structure, culture, and leadership. He reveals what the firm of the future will look like and how it will operate in a digital and global world.

Our speaker provides insights for leaders seeking to future-proof their organisations against disruption.

The Holy Grail Of Business: Compete On Fitness And Sex-Appeal

In this keynote, Jonas Ridderstråle uses a provocative metaphor to explain how businesses must compete both on efficiency (“fitness”) and attraction (“sex-appeal”). He shows how these qualities combine to build sustainable advantage.

Audiences learn how to balance rational performance with emotional connection to win in today’s markets.

Re-Energize! Making Change Happen

In this session, Jonas Ridderstråle reveals how to inject energy into organisations to drive real change. He explains why passion, vision, and belief are central to successful transformation.

Our speaker provides practical frameworks to overcome resistance and inspire lasting organisational renewal.

Leading Leadership: Developing A Corporate Religion

In this talk, Jonas Ridderstråle explores the concept of “corporate religion”—a powerful sense of purpose and culture that drives employee engagement. He shows how leaders can inspire loyalty and commitment through shared beliefs.

Audiences gain tools to cultivate cultures that unite people and propel organisations forward.

The + Factors: New Recipes For Success

In this keynote, Jonas Ridderstråle introduces the “+ factors” that differentiate extraordinary organisations. He explains how combining creativity, culture, and leadership creates recipes for sustainable success.

Our speaker motivates audiences to discover their own + factors, positioning their organisations for growth and resilience in the future.

Jonas Ridderstråle's Biography

Dr. Jonas Ridderstråle is one of the world’s most influential business thinkers and speakers. Since bursting onto the international scene with the bestseller Funky Business in 2000, Jonas has remained at the forefront of the new generation of management gurus. Recently, the Global Top 30 Management Gurus ranking put him at number 23 worldwide and among the top 5 in Europe.

Jonas’ diverse client list includes Fortune 500 companies, major government bodies and sports teams. He is currently a visiting professor at Ashridge in the UK.

A Speaker With a Difference Who Makes a Difference
In his speaking engagements Dr. Ridderstråle works with a modular “Lego-style” approach. This design enables him to be flexible in adapting both content and length of his presentations to the context and specific needs of the client. In keynotes, workshops and after-dinner speeches, Jonas shares his insights into what’s changing in the new world of business. Depending on the client, the impact of these trends is then linked to implications for issues such as business strategy innovation, talent management, new organizational solutions, leadership challenges, etc. Examples used are aligned to the industrial and cultural setting.

Author of Bestselling Books
Funky Business (co-author Kjell A. Nordström) quickly became an international phenomenon, selling in excess of 300,000 copies. The book was recently ranked at number 16 in a Bloomsbury survey of the best business books of all time. The sequel, Karaoke Capitalism, came out in 2004. His latest manifesto for how to make in the new world of business is called Re-energizing the Corporation (co-authored with Mark Wilcox). Jonas is currently working on a new book, provisionally titled Agile. So far, his books have been translated into 30+ languages and published in more than 50 countries worldwide.