Lars Thomsen

Founder & Chief Futurist of Future Matters AG, Leading European Expert on AI, Energy & Technological Tipping Points, Advising Over 800 Global Companies.

Lars Thomsen’s Biography:

Lars Thomsen is one of Europe’s most influential futurists, renowned for his ability to decode technological shifts and forecast the long-term developments shaping business, society and global industries. As the Founder and Chief Futurist of Future Matters AG, Europe’s leading think tank for innovation and corporate foresight, he has advised executive boards, governments and major organisations on the trends defining the next 10 to 20 years. With more than 25 years of experience studying future systems, he has become a trusted voice on the evolution of energy, mobility, smart networks and the future of work.

Lars began his academic journey at Universität des Saarlandes, studying business administration, politics and information sciences. This multidisciplinary foundation equipped him with the analytical depth and cross-sector understanding that would define his later career. Early on, he became a member of international think tanks and the World Future Society in Washington, D.C., contributing predictions on disruptive technologies and societal change.

Today, Lars leads Future Matters AG, where he works closely with executive teams and corporate boards to create strategic roadmaps, scenario models and master plans for future competitiveness. His insights are grounded in deep research into exponential technologies, digital ecosystems and systemic transformation. With more than 800 global companies on his reference list, his clients span automotive, energy, finance, telecoms, manufacturing and public-sector institutions.

In addition to his advisory work, Lars is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, known for his dynamic and engaging delivery. He has presented at major international conferences, industry summits and board retreats, inspiring leaders to anticipate, adapt and drive future-ready innovation. His work continues to shape strategic thinking across Europe and around the world.

Why Hire Lars Thomsen?

Lars Thomsen is a powerful and insightful keynote speaker who helps organisations understand how emerging technologies, societal shifts and economic tipping points will reshape the next decade. With more than 25 years of futures research and over 800 global companies on his client list, he excels at translating complex trends into clear, actionable strategies for leaders and boards. His energetic delivery challenges assumptions and inspires forward-thinking decision-making. Having delivered the TEDx talk “The Future of AI, Work and Human Potential“, Lars brings fresh, globally relevant perspectives that equip audiences to innovate, adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Lars Thomsen’s Career Highlights:

Below showcases Lars Thomsen’s inspirational career throughout futurism:

• 2025 – Delivered the TEDx talk “The Future of AI, Work and Human Potential”, offering new insights into tipping points and the next decade of intelligent systems.
• 2023 – Continued advising Fortune 500 companies on future strategy, energy transition and long-term innovation planning.
• 2021 – Recognised across Europe as a leading futurist, briefing numerous executive boards on emerging technologies and disruption.
• 2018 – Expanded Future Matters AG into a multi-country research team specialising in corporate foresight and technological tipping points.
• 2015 – Reached a milestone of advising over 800 global companies, including many DAX 100 firms, on future trends and strategic transformation.
• 2010 – Became a core member of several international think tanks, including the World Future Society in Washington DC.
• 2005 – Developed widely used forecasting models focused on mobility, energy transition and smart networks, adopted by major corporations.
• 2001 – Founded Future Matters AG, establishing Europe’s leading think tank for innovation, disruption and corporate foresight.
• 1997 – Began formal futures research, becoming one of the first experts to analyse large-scale shifts in mobility, energy and digital systems.