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Nick Sohnemann

FLY ME TO THE MOONSHOT

Nick Sohnemann is one of the leading innovation experts in the German-speaking region. As the founder of FUTURE CANDY, he has been supporting companies for over a decade in identifying trends, understanding technologies, and developing new business models. With his global network, he analyzes innovations from the USA to Asia and translates them into specific application fields. His personalized keynotes and workshops inspire with expertise and practical examples that are immediately actionable. Ideal for events on technology, change, and innovation. Book Nick Sohnemann and turn trends into future opportunities.

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Understanding the Future. Shaping Innovation: Nick Sohnemann – Thought Leader, Trend Researcher & Implementation Expert

Nick Sohnemann is one of the most sought-after innovation experts in the German-speaking world. As the founder and CEO of the Hamburg-based innovation agency FUTURE CANDY, he has been helping DAX-listed companies and medium-sized enterprises identify trends, understand technologies, and develop new business models for over a decade.

From Global Trends to Concrete Opportunities

Whether it's Artificial Intelligence, sustainability, digital tools, or the future of work – Nick Sohnemann and his team scan global innovation hotspots from the USA to Asia, analyze emerging developments, and translate them into actionable opportunities for businesses. His mission: to inspire courage, drive action, and make innovation tangible.

Practical, Personalized & Inspiring

In his keynotes, impulse formats, and strategy workshops, Nick Sohnemann captivates audiences with passion, expertise, and real-world examples. Every talk is tailor-made – customized to the industry, target audience, and thematic focus. The result: immediate inspiration that drives action.

Why Nick Sohnemann Is the Ideal Choice for Your Event

Founder & CEO of the innovation agency FUTURE CANDY
Trend researcher and implementation expert with a global network
Inspiring keynote speaker on technology, transformation, and new business models
Energetic, customized, and highly practical – perfect for strategy and innovation events
Ideal for entrepreneur days, leadership forums, innovation summits, and future congresses

Book Nick Sohnemann now – and experience how trends can be turned into real opportunities for the future.

Topics

Innovation Digitalization Artificial intelligence (AI) Transformation Disruption

ALL ARTIFICIAL, OR WHAT -
Why AI is influencing all industries

AI is changing everything - what's in it for you?
Generative AI is just the beginning - Build your own AI
Why you absolutely need an AI strategy
Become an AI pioneer in your industry

Fly me to the Moonshot
Big changes need big innovations

Recognize the trends that are relevant to you
Create your own moonshot moment with the right innovation methods
Why you can unleash unimagined forces in your company with a moonshot vision
Learn from successful founders and companies that have realized moonshot moments

Trends 2050 - from Silicon Valley to China
How technologies are changing our world!

Which technologies will shape the business world of the future?
How will we live and work?
How companies are preparing for the technology of tomorrow
Why you should create an environment for innovation and new thinking today
How to develop new business models and open up new markets

HIGH WAY TO HELL OR FUTURE - Has the future already taken a turn?

Why many companies are at a crossroads - dead end or promising future?
Digitalization, AI and sustainability - triggers for structural change and transformation
Innovations for your industry and how to implement them
Choose your exit now: past or future

Circular Economy
Circle instead of crisis

Why circular economy is becoming a necessity
Why circular economy is more than recycling and greenwashing doesn't work in the long run
Why circular economy is becoming a necessity
Best practice: Circular economy as a successful

References & Press

Customer testimonials:

Airbus Group SE, Axel Springer SE, Beiersdorf AG, Daimler AG, Deutsche Bank AG, Deka AG, EDEKA AG & Co. KG, LIDL Stiftung & Co. KG, McKinsey Co, Oracle Deutschland B.V. & Co. KG, PepsiCo, Porsche SE, SAP SE, S-privat Banking GmbH, Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG, tesa SE, Vodafone GmbH, WISAG, Zeiss AG

References:
“Nick Sohnemann's presentation was totally captivating and took us into the world of digitalization.”
Katharina Weber, Editor-in-Chief, DOCUMEDIA Schweiz GmbH

“It was a great presentation! The whole team was totally enthusiastic and brainstormed about new forms of advertising. These were definitely topics that will have a big impact on the way some people think.”
Katja Wildmann, Marketing Coordinator, L'Oréal Deutschland GmbH

“Nick Sohnemann - a bundle of energy with vision.”
Carina Schönenberger, CREALOGIX AG

“Nick Sohnemann brought the buzzword digitalization to life and made the future tangible. An inspiring presentation that is a wake-up call.”
Gerald Jank, Mercedes-Benz Trucks

“Nick Sohnemann of FUTURE CANDY is the best speaker I've ever seen. EVER. This guy is amazing.”
Caroline Manson, IAB UK

“Thank you very much. Also for the really inspiring talk tonight! It was great and exactly what we needed :).”
Alexandra Oswald, Innovation Manager, s.Oliver Group

“Nick, thanks for your great talk at the OMC and all the hot trends. :) Really exciting and ingenious what is happening right now!”
Tina Kretschmer, Deputy Marketing Manager, Schreiner Group GmbH & Co. KG

“Thank you very much for your great and interesting presentation at our Investment Horizons. I was very pleased that we got to know each other last week. It was a great enrichment and our guests and my colleagues were very enthusiastic!”
Wolfgang Egger, Patrizia AG