Keynote Speaker Niklas Modig is a globally recognized authority on Flow Thinking and Operational Excellence, trusted by executives and organizations worldwide. With a career spanning academic research, corporate advising, and over 1,000 keynote speeches across more than 40 countries, he has become one of the most influential voices in modern business transformation.
Niklas rose to prominence as a researcher at the Stockholm School of Economics, where his groundbreaking work included exclusive field studies at Toyota in Japan. As the only foreigner granted such deep access, he uncovered how Toyota’s philosophy of flow efficiency drives superior performance. His bestselling book, This Is Lean, has sold over 350,000 copies in 20 languages and remains one of the most influential management books of the last decade.
When you book Niklas Modig for your event, your organization gains more than inspiration—you gain actionable insights into how to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and align customer journeys with operational capabilities. Niklas challenges leaders to move beyond traditional resource optimization and embrace flow efficiency, unlocking agility, speed, and resilience.
Whether addressing executives, management teams, or cross-functional groups, Niklas delivers engaging, thought-provoking keynotes that translate complex concepts into practical strategies. His ability to connect research, real-world practice, and organizational challenges ensures that every audience walks away with tools they can implement immediately.
Book Niklas Modig for your event and take the first step toward designing a flow-focused organization that thrives in today’s fast-changing business landscape.