Robin Teigland

Professor of Strategy and Management of Digitalization | Keynote Speaker | Co-Founder @ Peniche Ocean Watch

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Robin Teigland's Biography

Robin is Professor of Strategy and Management of Digitalization at Chalmers University of Technology. Robin is also Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA), member of the Productivity Commission for Sweden's Ministry of Finance, board member of Luftfartsverket (LFV), and has gained recognition as one of Sweden’s most influential women in technology. Before Chalmers, Robin was Professor of Business Administration, with a specialization in Strategic Information Systems Management at the Stockholm School of Economics.Teigland's research spans digital innovation networks, disruptive technologies' impact on society and the economy, circular economy ecosystems, and the twin transition of manufacturing. She is the Director of SuRF-LSAM, a project aiming to establish a global network of circular economy microfactories. Additionally, she chairs Co-creating Better Blue (C2B2), a four-year, interdisciplinary research program funded by Mistra - The Swedish foundation for strategic environmental research.Beyond academia, Teigland is an impact entrepreneur fostering blue circular economies in Portugal and Sweden through the Peniche Ocean Watch Initiative and startups Circular Ocean LDA and Ekbacken Studios AB.Robin also has a diverse industry background spanning venture capital, consulting, and entrepreneurship across multiple continents. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis and surfing as well as watching her kids play basketball and spending time with her family.

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Robin Teigland Keynote Topics

Digital Transformation of Society & Future of Labour

Robin explores how digitalization is reshaping societies and redefining the future of work. She highlights the opportunities and challenges that automation, AI, and new technologies bring to both organizations and individuals.

This keynote equips leaders with insights into how to adapt strategies, policies, and skills. Audiences leave prepared to navigate the evolving labour landscape with resilience and innovation.

Corporate Governance & Artificial Intelligence Leadership

Our speaker examines how AI is transforming corporate governance and leadership. Robin explains how organizations can integrate AI responsibly while maintaining transparency, accountability, and ethical oversight.

This session provides boards and executives with practical guidance on leading in the AI era. Attendees gain confidence to balance innovation with trust, ensuring long-term sustainable value.

Building an AI Innovation Ecosystem

Robin demonstrates how thriving ecosystems for AI innovation are built. She shows how collaboration across academia, startups, corporations, and governments accelerates the adoption of responsible AI solutions.

This talk inspires audiences to think beyond individual projects and toward collective impact. Leaders leave with strategies to foster ecosystems that unlock growth and competitiveness.

Blockchain: Driving the Circular Economy

Robin highlights the role of blockchain in creating transparent and efficient circular economy models. She explains how this technology can track resources, reduce waste, and build trust across supply chains.

This keynote motivates organizations to harness blockchain as a driver of sustainability. Audiences leave with practical ideas for integrating it into their operations and environmental strategies.

Leading in a Networked World

In this session, Robin reveals how leadership must evolve in a hyper-connected age. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration, shared purpose, and adaptability to succeed in networked environments.

This talk provides executives with actionable approaches to empower teams and foster innovation. Participants leave with tools to lead effectively in a world defined by complexity and connection.

Scenario Thinking

Robin introduces scenario thinking as a powerful tool for anticipating change and building resilience. She shows how leaders can explore multiple futures and prepare strategies that withstand uncertainty.

This keynote equips organizations to move beyond short-term planning. Attendees leave with the confidence to embrace ambiguity and act decisively in dynamic environments.

Robin Teigland's Biography

Robin is Professor of Strategy and Management of Digitalization at Chalmers University of Technology. Robin is also Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA), member of the Productivity Commission for Sweden's Ministry of Finance, board member of Luftfartsverket (LFV), and has gained recognition as one of Sweden’s most influential women in technology. Before Chalmers, Robin was Professor of Business Administration, with a specialization in Strategic Information Systems Management at the Stockholm School of Economics.

Teigland's research spans digital innovation networks, disruptive technologies' impact on society and the economy, circular economy ecosystems, and the twin transition of manufacturing. She is the Director of SuRF-LSAM, a project aiming to establish a global network of circular economy microfactories. Additionally, she chairs Co-creating Better Blue (C2B2), a four-year, interdisciplinary research program funded by Mistra - The Swedish foundation for strategic environmental research.

Beyond academia, Teigland is an impact entrepreneur fostering blue circular economies in Portugal and Sweden through the Peniche Ocean Watch Initiative and startups Circular Ocean LDA and Ekbacken Studios AB.

Robin also has a diverse industry background spanning venture capital, consulting, and entrepreneurship across multiple continents. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis and surfing as well as watching her kids play basketball and spending time with her family.