Innovate or die

Hi, I am 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?

Founder of ITONICS, the global #1 Innovation OS.
Awarded multiple times as best consultant for growth and innovation in Germany.
Former Head of Innovations & Research at adidas.
Background in management consulting and years in academia, including a professorship.

Evidence-based. Commercially grounded. Clear on stage. Entertaining. Motivating. Inspiring.

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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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 businesses that need new growth.

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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

No trend hype. No innovation theater. Clear perspectives on growth, technological relevance, and how established companies build their next businesses. You'll get energy, enthusiasm and humor in an edutainment package that inspires any event.

Get to know me

I would like to thank you again for your keynote. It was a great fit and the participants found it incredibly valuable.

Birgit Michel
Marketing Germany
HeidelbergCement AG

Susann Micke
Business Development
VR-LEASING Aktiengesellschaft

Your presentation brought digital innovation to life through engaging, real-world examples that were both insightful and highly entertaining.