Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Thomas Anglero: Thomas Anglero is one of Norway's most sought-after speakers on AI/Robots, Innovation, and Cultural Transformation. Thomas brings high energy, engaging stories, and shares decades of experience leading several global innovation teams. ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.anglero.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [AI is Not a Technology Project. It is a Culture Project. Here is Where it Actually Starts](https://www.anglero.com/2026/04/19/ai-is-a-culture-project/): AI is a culture project. Start with the culture. - [Your Calendar is Full. Your Culture is Splitting. Here is What to Do About It.](https://www.anglero.com/2026/04/18/your-culture-is-splitting-what-to-do/): It is Monday morning. Or Tuesday. It does not matter which day — your calendar looks the same. - [The Question Your Organization is Asking About AI is Probably Wrong](https://www.anglero.com/2026/03/31/question-your-organization-is-asking/): There is a pattern I have observed across hundreds of boardrooms and leadership teams over the past decades. There is a pattern I have observed across hundreds of boardrooms and leadership teams over the past decades. - [AI Keynote Speaker for 400 EY Norway Consultants — AI as a Force Multiplier](https://www.anglero.com/2026/03/17/ey-norway-ai-keynote-speaker/): This ability to bridge AI strategy and real-world execution is what has made Thomas Anglero one of the most in-demand AI keynote speakers in Europe and internationally. His presentations don't end with "imagine the possibilities." They show the possibilities being built, in real time, in front of the audience. - [The Future of Warfare: How AI and Robotics Are Redefining Global Security](https://www.anglero.com/2025/03/19/future-of-warfare-how-ai-and-robotics/): As we move deeper into the 21st century, the very nature of warfare is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional image of human soldiers on battlefields is rapidly giving way to something far more complex: a multi-dimensional conflict space where cyber operations, AI systems, and robotics form the backbone of military power. - [Maximizing GenAI Benefits: Executive Strategies for Workplace Transformation](https://www.anglero.com/2025/03/10/maximizing-genai-benefits-executive/): Generative AI is transforming workplaces faster than previous technologies. 23% of U.S. workers use GenAI tools weekly, leading to significant productivity gains. The result is time savings of at least four hours per week, primarily in tasks like writing and data analysis. Executives like the CIOs must balance innovation with workforce modernization and ethical AI usage to maximize GenAI benefits. - [Sign-up for a 1:1 Executive AI and Tech Straight-Talk with Thomas Anglero](https://www.anglero.com/2025/03/07/executive-ai-and-tech-talk-with-anglero/): Exclusive Access to Trustworthy AI Insights with Nordic's Leading Expert. The Executive AI and Tech Straight Talk offers you a private, confidential hour with a 20-year AI industry veteran to cut through the noise and obtain reliable intelligence on what truly matters for your business. This exclusive session respects your position as a successful leader while providing the rare opportunity to have candid conversations about AI without the filters typically present in vendor presentations or team meetings. - [AI Investments: The Cultural Innovation Imperative](https://www.anglero.com/2025/03/06/cultural-innovation-and-ai-adoption/): This disconnect reveals a critical insight that forward-thinking organizations are beginning to recognize: before making another substantial investment in AI infrastructure, companies must prioritize cultural innovation. Technology alone cannot drive transformation; it requires a corresponding evolution in organizational culture, mindset, and leadership approach. - [AI takes the job of human coders in 2025](https://www.anglero.com/2025/01/22/ai-takes-the-job-of-human-coders/): Replit CEO went all in on AI Agents to help leaders and increased their revenue 5x. The future of IT development is not about developers, it is about AI coders and great leaders. Amazingly, IT companies are not the first to announce this but companies like Replit and KLARNA in Sweden whose visionary CEOs have seen the light that AI code services code just as good if not better than human coders. For this reason, these companies are the first to not hire human beings for future IT development jobs. - [Only 26% of teens are using ChatGPT for schoolwork. Why so low?](https://www.anglero.com/2025/01/21/teens-using-chatgpt-for-schoolwork/): According to the survey, 26% of students ages 13-17 use ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence service, to help them with their assignments. That's double the number from 2023 when 13% reported the same habit when completing tasks. - [2025: The Critical Year for AI Leadership and Cultural Transformation](https://www.anglero.com/2025/01/13/ai-leadership-and-cultural-transformation/): AI Leadership and Cultural Transformation - [Great AI will Design the Office of the Future](https://www.anglero.com/2024/12/07/ai-will-design-the-office-of-the-future/): In a recent interview I had with Worklife, I shared how AI will design the office of the future. This AI influence has already begun but the majority of design today is still done by humans because designers are desperately holding on to their jobs. If they allow AI to take over the art of design, then what jobs will designers, painters, artisans, and other creative people have in the future? Change is coming but many people don't want it to happen in their life time. - [Senior UGC Creator: Where Executive Experience Meets Digital Innovation](https://www.anglero.com/2024/11/21/senior_ugc_creator_mature_influencer/): In today's diverse social media landscape, I'm announcing my availability as a Senior UGC Creator and Mature Influencer, bringing 30 years of executive technology experience to the digital content space. As a tech industry veteran, former fashion model, and global speaker in the 50+ demographic, I offer brands a unique voice that resonates with both mature and younger audiences. - [Business Insider Interview: Norway wants to ban under-15s from SoMe](https://www.anglero.com/2024/11/18/norway-wants-to-ban-under15s-from-socia/): Below is my interview with Business Insider, on Norway wanting to ban under-15s from Social Media. - [Gartner IT Spend Forecast for 2025 (Reflections and Opinions)](https://www.anglero.com/2024/11/09/gartner-it-spend-forecast-for-2025/): While Gartner IT spend forecast for 2025 provides a baseline expectation, the reality may prove even more dynamic. Organizations that understand and adapt to these evolving trends, particularly in cybersecurity and AI implementation, will be better positioned for success in the rapidly changing technological landscape. - [AI Bubble: Navigating the Future of AI](https://www.anglero.com/2024/10/17/the-ai-bubble-navigating-the-future/): In recent years, the tech world has been abuzz with excitement over artificial intelligence (AI), with companies large and small rushing to integrate AI into their products and services. However, as with any rapidly growing technology sector, questions about sustainability and long-term viability inevitably arise. Is the current AI boom sustainable, or are we witnessing an AI bubble that's bound to burst? I shared my opinion in this recent interview. - [The AI Leader Dilemma: From Show Projects to Strategic Implementation](https://www.anglero.com/2024/10/09/ai_leaders_take_risk_and_build_vulture/): In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a buzzword that no forward-thinking company can ignore. However, a concerning trend has emerged: many AI projects are more about appearance than substance. This article explores the challenges faced by AI leaders and provides actionable insights for those ready to move beyond "for show" projects to meaningful AI implementation. - [AI Privacy: Protect Your Secrets](https://www.anglero.com/2024/10/07/ai-privacy-protect-your-secrets/): What is needed in the market is a Bank for Private data that also has a Data Market where you can sell, trade, rent, place options, etc. on your private data. You are worth a lot of money. Some people are worth more because they represent a different demographic that may be more valuable to data buyers then more common demographics. We are approaching a time where Banks that hold our money are not as valuable as banks that hold our data. AI privacy is a huge business that will never end. Innovative new ideas in AI privacy are endless because this market is untapped and the market is everyone on the planet (and off planet). - [Digital assistants will eventually replace apps or not?](https://www.anglero.com/2024/10/03/digital-assistants-and-voice-ai-tech/): I believe adding voice capabilities to applications is the missing piece of technology that will accelerate the usage of applications and greater change of habits. Voice-enabled digital assistants will be the feature that gets the masses to become even more comfortable with technology. Alexa proved and is still proving today that voice is the killer app or the preferred way for humans to interact with humans and now non-humans. - [Why Should Startups Choose SaaS Models](https://www.anglero.com/2024/09/22/startups-experts-why-saas-models/): I am honored to have shared insights on "Why Should Startups Choose SaaS Models" alongside other experts in a recent interview by TechRound (London-based tech magazine). - [AI Bubble is a Hype Bubble Like Any Other](https://www.anglero.com/2024/09/20/ai-bubble-is-a-hype-bubble-chatgpt-o1/):  The AI bubble is a hype bubble like any other hype bubble be it Miley Cyrus or Taylor Swift, it is now AI's turn to be at the center of all the hype. What does it mean to the layperson, that a technology change that goes beyond the latest iPhone 16 is happening, and is the hype real? - [AI Replaces My Entire Leadership Team During Vacation](https://www.anglero.com/2024/09/16/ai-replaces-my-entire-leadership-team/): During summer in Nordic countries, my team are all on vacation and difficult to reach, and an opportunity to work with a new client in South America came with a 24-hour turnaround time. Since no one was available, I used my go-to GenAI, Anthropic’s Claude 3.5 Sonnet, because I believe that AI replaces each of the individuals on my team, and it worked! - [Why Startup Failures Have Risen 60% In The US This Year](https://www.anglero.com/2024/08/22/startup_failures_increase_60/): “The reason why US startup failures have increased 60% is several. First, innovative people have become risk adverse. In the past, you could always fall back to a job at McDonalds. This is no longer true. There are no safe jobs to fall back to anymore. - [AI Voice Will Drastically Change Your Life](https://www.anglero.com/2024/08/20/ai-voice-will-drastically-change-your-life/): I was recently interviewed and asked several great questions about AI Voice and its impact on people and business. The topic is important because people that embrace this technology will be far ahead of those who do not. There will be new business models and revenue models coming from the increased efficiency we all have and the increase speed we will work. I am quite excited even though there will be some negative drawbacks to privacy as well. Here are the interview questions and my answers: - [The Future of Tech is Human: Insights from Innovation Expert Thomas Anglero | Unmasking Humanity](https://www.anglero.com/2024/08/07/thomas-anglero-future-of-tech-podcast/): Join Joshua T. Berglan as he interviews Thomas Anglero, a leading expert in AI, Robotics, and Disruptive Technologies. In this thought-provoking conversation, Anglero shares his unique perspective on the future of technology, the importance of authenticity in innovation, and how to maintain our humanity in an increasingly digital world. - [The Future of Robotics in the Broadband Industry](https://www.anglero.com/2024/08/03/future-of-robotics-broadband-industry/): There are three areas when robotics are being used and can be used in the broadband industry. The first area of usage is the repair of undersea fiber optic cables. The advantages with the robots and the next generation of robots is that robots can be deployed and have no time limit regarding the amount of time underwater. They don't need air or are affected by water pressure. Because of their advantages over humans, I can foresee "water-based robot tents" that house robots that can instantly be deployed to reduce the downtown of the repair. An autonomous robot would drive the repair robots to the vicinity the repair and can return in a few hours or days, to pick up the robot when the conditions are better are more profitable. - [How can advancements in humanoid robots transform customer service and operational efficiency in various commercial sectors?](https://www.anglero.com/2024/08/01/humanoid-robots-transform-customer/): How can advancements in humanoid robots transform customer service and operational efficiency in various commercial sectors? - [Best use case for generative AI in the enterprise right now](https://www.anglero.com/2024/07/23/best-use-case-for-generative-ai/): It is summer in the Nordic countries and my team are all on vacation and difficult to reach. An opportunity to work with a new client in the Americas came with a 24 hour turnaround time. Since no on was available, I used my go to GenAI, Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet, to replace each of the individuals of my team and it worked! - [GDPR is killing AI and innovation](https://www.anglero.com/2024/07/19/gdpr-is-killing-ai-and-innovation/): Privacy is incredibly important and laws like GDPR when it was written was necessary to prevent and protect individuals privacy. That law in particular is now hampering the growth of AI and the innovation that comes from allowing citizens of a country to prosper from AI tools. - [Artificial Intelligence Induces Anxiety and Shifts Skill Requirements](https://www.anglero.com/2024/07/01/artificial-intelligence-induces-anxiety/): I was interviewed by Weuters on the question, "Does Artificial Intelligence induces anxiety and shifts in skills and requirements?" - [Artificial Intelligence and Robots will change everything](https://www.anglero.com/2024/06/29/artificial-intelligence-and-robots/): During my presentation, I discussed how artificial intelligence and robots are already changing the work world by providing statistics reported by Google. Google performed a study that looked at ten different industries and evaluated what was the efficiency of a worker prior to artificial intelligence and what was it after GenAI came to market. The difference was drastic and the difference is only increasing. The scary reality is that so many workers and leaders who use Microsoft Copilot think that they now have used GenAI to its fullest. Microsoft Copilot is a good solution but it an infant as compared to the latest version of Anthropic's Claude and OpenAI's ChatGPT. If you have only used Copilot, it's like saying you can be a professional football player by only watching tv. Your not! - [Get Ready! Gen Alpha will bond with AI and Robots to fix our mistakes](https://www.anglero.com/2024/05/10/gen-alpha-will-bond-with-ai-and-robots/): The generational differences between Gen-Z, Millennials, Gen Alpha, Gen-X and Boomers is quite large. For decades, Boomers received tremendous amount of attention because their group is so large in size and their impact to shaping the world after World War II. This is no longer true due to the impact that AI has had and will definitely have on all generations and all cultures world wide.  The discussion has shifted from "We vs Them" to "AI vs Us" and it should. The rapid acceleration of AIs intelligence based on data we have provided for decades and based on data we are providing in real-time with AI connected directly to thousands of live camera feeds in factories, security areas and millions of cross walks and streets has given AI the intellectual advantage over a normal human. - [Tesla Robotaxi kills the future of Tesla Superchargers](https://www.anglero.com/2024/05/03/tesla-robotaxi-killing-superchargers/): Everyone is hating the decision that Elon musk has taken to fire the entire Tesla Supercharger team, stop all future expansion of the Tesla Super Charger network and launch a robotaxi in 2024. I think its genius and let me explain why. - [How-to Speak with Confidence and Power](https://www.anglero.com/2024/05/02/how-to-speak-with-confidence-and-power/): Quite often we all get nervous when speaking to someone, especially someone who is in an influential position that can make a difference in our life. We want to come across being intelligent, well-spoken and enlightening but in that moment, we don't know what to say and how to say it. - [State of Generative AI: Hello 1960s](https://www.anglero.com/2024/03/19/state-of-generative-ai-welcome-to-60s/): https://www.russellreynolds.com/en/insights/articles/the-state-of-generative-ai-and-its-implications-for-business-leaders - [Your Powerful and #1! Don’t Settle for Less Than Your Worth](https://www.anglero.com/2024/02/29/dont_settle_for_less_than_your_worth/): You are where you are because you have accepted a version of yourself that is not what you know you were meant to be. You know you should be with someone who loves you more, who cherishes your smile, who takes care of you. - [Artificial Intelligence & World Government Summit (Dubai 2023)](https://www.anglero.com/2024/02/05/artificial-intelligence-wgs-2023/): I was invited to speak on a panel at the World Government Summit (Dubai 2023) to discuss Value-driven Organizations Disrupted Business Models. The first question I received was about the difference between innovation in the public sector versus the private sector. - [Amazing 2024: Last Year of the Old Normal](https://www.anglero.com/2024/02/02/amazing-2024-last-year-of-the-old/): #embodiedai #robotics #figureai Ai #artificialintelliegence #costoptimization #insuranceinnovation #trainingandplacement #employmenttrends #trends2024 - [Incredible Embodied AI, the merger of AI and Humanoid Robotics in 2024](https://www.anglero.com/2024/01/30/embodied_ai_begins_in_2024/): Embodied AI is happening now. The rapid speed and improvements made with AI-based Learning Language Models (LLMs) by companies all over the world have created this perfect convergence with humanoid robots.  They in parallel have been improving on a frantic pace.  Combining these two disruptive industries will lead to a global change of improvements in health, food, quality of life, etc. - [ChatGPT Voice: Powerful Use Case for an AI Budgeting and Investment Tool](https://www.anglero.com/2024/01/05/chatgpt-voice-use-case-for-ai/): With the new release of ChatGPT Voice, yes, ChatGPT Voice is now an alternative to human advisors to help the average person with financial advice. The reason is that ChatGPT Voice is conversational. To use AI all the average person has to do is talk to it just like it does to a human financial advisor, the difference is that the AI is available 24 hours per day/7 days per week with unlimited patience to answer any questions as many times as possible without being annoyed or tired, will explain the answer is infinite number of different ways and over 30+ languages until the average person is satisfied. - [This is not future based. This is happening right now (2024)!](https://www.anglero.com/2023/03/27/this-is-not-future-based-this-is-happen/): This is not future based. This is happening right now! Innovation whether personal or technical is difficult. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.anglero.com/) - [Blog](https://www.anglero.com/blog/) - [Media](https://www.anglero.com/media/) - [Services](https://www.anglero.com/services/) - [Transforming Traditional Boards: From Legacy to Leadership](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/legacy-to-leadership-transforming-traditional-boards/): What to do? First step, your board needs a technology member who can bring the board and the CEO up to speed on the past, present and future using simple terms and eliminating most of the tech jargon. The chairman of the board needs to set the stage an culture of the board to be receptive, open and in a learning state. The learning state is the most difficult. Many legacy traditional boards have members who are there for what they learned 40 years ago, and not to learn what will define society for the next 40 years. If there is any rejection or people not paying attention, this attitude must be dealt with immediately. - [European Boards: Breaking Through Risk-Averse Culture](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/risk-averse-culture/): Europe has world-class universities, brilliant engineers, and proud traditions of invention. Yet European boards remain among the most conservative globally when it comes to innovation adoption. This paradox—exceptional capability, people, resources paired with institutional and cultural caution—threatens the continent's economic future when it should be leaning on its history of rebellion and success-against-all-odds. - [The ROI of Innovation Board Members](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/roi-of-innovation-board-members/): The presence of innovation board leadership signals change throughout the organization. Employee innovation submissions can increase 3-5x. Risk tolerance improves. Speed becomes competitive advantage. The ROI of Innovation Board Members spreads through the culture of the company reigniting pride and energy in your colleagues and fear in your competitors. - [Questions to Ask When Recruiting an Innovation Board Director](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/recruiting-an-innovation-board/): Most boards make a critical error when seeking innovation directors: they look for technology credentials instead of transformation capability. The perfect candidate isn't necessarily the one with the most patents or the longest stint at a tech giant. The right innovation director combines technological fluency with business acumen and cultural intelligence. The right candidate is someone who has learned the art of listening and "reading a room". A great innovation board director can learn more from reading the room and watching peoples behaviors, reactions, and subtle body language then they can trying to understand the why the backend IT system is slow. - [Why Your Board Needs an AI & Disruption Expert Now](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/why-your-board-needs-an-ai-disruption-expert-now/): Companies that add AI and disruption expertise to their boards gain compound advantages: - [What Modern Boards Need: Innovation Directors for the AI Era](https://www.anglero.com/boards-need-innovation/): The pace of change has fundamentally shifted. What took decades now happens in months. Technologies that seemed like science fiction two years ago are now being deployed by your competitors. Yet most boards need to still operate with the same composition they had in 2010: finance experts, former CEOs from traditional industries, and regulatory specialists who excel at managing the past but cannot navigate the future. - [Measuring Speaker ROI and Impact](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/measuring-speaker-roi-and-impact/): (Note: Measuring Speaker ROI - Metrics do not capture everything. A great speaker fills a room or conference hall with energy, excitement, and questions. Those emotions can not be measured, but they can be felt and they are remembered for years to come. Everyone remembers a moment when they were impressed. Nothing is better than that.) - [How to Negotiate Speaker Fees](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/negotiate-speaker-fees/): Professional speaker fee negotiation requires understanding industry pricing structures, value delivery metrics, and strategic timing that enables successful agreements beneficial to both event organizers and speakers. This comprehensive guide provides event managers with proven negotiation strategies that secure quality speakers while maintaining budget discipline and professional relationships. - [Speaker Screening Questions Guide](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-screening-questions/): Strategic speaker screening questions reveal professionalism levels, customization capabilities, and audience value delivery potential that marketing materials cannot adequately convey. This comprehensive guide provides event managers with proven question frameworks that assess speaker competence, collaboration skills, and genuine expertise depth through structured evaluation conversations. - [Speaker Audience Fit Evaluation Guide](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-audience-fit-guide/): Evaluating speaker-audience fit requires a systematic assessment beyond general popularity metrics, focusing on specific demographic alignment, content complexity matching, and presentation style compatibility that ensures optimal engagement and value delivery. This comprehensive guide provides event managers with proven evaluation frameworks that prevent mismatched speaker selections and maximize presentation impact for target audiences. - [Speaker Technical Requirements Guide](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-technical-requirements-guide/): (Note: Speaker Technical Requirements Guide Tip: For virtual presentations, speakers should invest in a professional lighting system. It is a one-time investment and is well worth it. Purchasing a Ring lighting system is a good start, but invest in a proper lighting system that allows you to control color and intensity. Some months of the year require a different light color than others. Invest once and reap the benefits forever.) - [When to Book Professional Speakers](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/when-to-book-professional-speakers/): (Note: When to Book Professional Speakers sometimes is random. Always contact the speaker, no matter what your time frame is for your event, even if it is less than two weeks from when you contact the speaker. Speakers sometimes allocate days or weeks for private affairs and can help with an event that needs a speaker in a rush. Reach out to the speaker, explain your situation, and quite often, the speaker will accommodate.  I have done this several times and never regretted it.) - [Essential Speaker Contract Clauses](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-contract-clauses/): (Note: This part of the speaker contract clauses is critical. The pre-meeting to discuss content should occur 30 days and then another meeting 14 days or less prior to the event to share final ideas from the speaker and any changes by the event organization. It makes speakers feel assured they are working with professionals and the same for the event agency. Pre-meetings are a MUST!) - [Speaker Red Flags to Avoid](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-red-flags-guide/): Identifying speaker red flags before booking can save event managers from costly mistakes that damage audience engagement, waste substantial budgets, and harm event credibility. This comprehensive guide reveals critical warning signs that indicate potential speaker performance issues or professional challenges that could jeopardize event success. - [How to Vet Professional Speakers](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/how-to-vet-professional-speakers/): Quick tip: How to Vet Professional Speakers: If you close your eyes as they talk the first time you speak with them, do you feel comfortable or awkward?  Go with your gut feelings. It is usually never wrong. - [Speaker Pricing Guide](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/speaker-pricing-guide/): Event managers face complex decisions when budgeting for professional speakers. This speaker pricing guide provides transparent insight into industry rate structures, helping you make informed investment decisions while avoiding common pricing pitfalls that can damage your event budget. - [Speaker Selection Guide](https://www.anglero.com/speaker-selection-guide/): Selecting the right professional speaker can make or break your event. This comprehensive speaker selection guide provides event managers with the essential framework for identifying, evaluating, and securing speakers who deliver measurable impact for audiences ranging from intimate boardroom sessions to large-scale conferences. - [Protected: Executive Sanctuary](https://www.anglero.com/executive-sanctuary-for-ceo-and-c-suite-leaders/): Executive Sanctuary represents a new paradigm in leadership support – a confidential, transformative community designed exclusively for CEOs and senior leaders confronting the profound isolation inherent in high-stakes leadership. - [Testimonials](https://www.anglero.com/thomas-anglero-testimonials/): Thomas F. Anglero is a renowned public speaker who motivates, energizes, and connects with audiences across the world. With a remarkable personal journey that has seen him launch two start-ups, coach a championship basketball team, and become an executive at a global technology company - [About Thomas Anglero Speaker](https://www.anglero.com/about-thomas-anglero/): If your organization needs someone who can honestly assess whether your current leadership can execute AI transformation or should step aside, Thomas Anglero is your strategic intervention. He doesn't tell you what you want to hear – he tells you what you need to survive. - [Speaking Topics](https://www.anglero.com/thomas-anglero-speaking-topics-ai-transformation/): The Brutal Reality Check Every Board Needs Before Their Next AI Investment - The Uncomfortable Truth CEOs Don't Want to Hear