Innovate or die

Mike Durst

Hi, I'm Mike,
Keynote Speaker, entrepreneur, and innovation expert.

I speak to leadership teams and business audiences about where new growth comes from, which trends and technologies matter strategically, and how established companies can turn innovation into real business impact and growth.

My topics include innovation, growth strategies, new business, AI and emerging technologies, and the reinvention of legacy businesses.

Why Mike?

Evidence-based. Commercially grounded. Clear on stage.

  • Founder of ITONICS, the global #1 Innovation OS.
  • Former Head of Innovations & Research at adidas.
  • Background in strategy consulting at Siemens and years in academia, including a professorship.
Keynote Speaker

Keynotes

Substance, not theatre

Keynotes tailored to your audience, industry, and event objective. Sharp, relevant, and built around the strategic questions companies need to answer now.

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Consulting

Advisory

For companies that need more than inspiration

From innovation strategy to portfolio logic, business model renewal, and systematic capability building — this is hands-on advisory for established companies under pressure to grow and transform.

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Workshops and Moderation

Workshops & Moderation

Structured, sharp, outcome-driven

For leadership offsites, strategy sessions, panels, and workshop formats that need more than facilitation. Clear structure, strong moderation, and a sharp focus on outcomes.

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About Mike

Dr. Michael Durst combines corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and academia. That mix is why companies book him when they need more than inspiration. They want orientation for real strategic decisions.

About Mike

Birgit Michel
Marketing Germany
HeidelbergCement AG

I would like to thank you again for your keynote. It was a great fit and the participants enjoyed it big time.

Susann Micke
Business Development
VR-LEASING Aktiengesellschaft

Mr. Durst presented exciting daily life examples of digital innovations in an amusing and entertaining manner.

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