Researcher, strategist, global thinker, keynote speaker, Henrik Scharfe is currently CEO of Foundation Autonomous. The Foundation is the natural result of extensive work on developing strategies for disruptive technologies at the Municipality of Vesthimmerland, Denmark. From 1999 – 2015 he was employed by Aalborg U as PhD fellow, Assistant, Associate,... Read more
Researcher, strategist, global thinker, keynote speaker, Henrik Scharfe is currently CEO of Foundation Autonomous.
The Foundation is the natural result of extensive work on developing strategies for disruptive technologies at the Municipality of Vesthimmerland, Denmark.
From 1999 – 2015 he was employed by Aalborg U as PhD fellow, Assistant, Associate, and full Professor. From 2008-14, he has served as founding Director of Center for Computer-mediated Epistemology at AAU. His diverse career includes contributions to seemingly distinct research areas such as: Narratology, AI / Knowledge Representation, Persuasive Design, Human Centered Robotics, and Research Infrastructures.
The common denominator in these efforts is his determination to understand different aspects of human understanding, specifically how technology influences the way we think about ourselves and our world. Scharfe has served as reviewer, editorial member, and advisor to governments and research councils in equally diverse fields.
Henrik Scharfe gained global attention with the Geminoid-DK project. The ultra-realistic android, modeled in the professor’s likeness, has startled millions of people around the world. This work has earned the Professor a reputation as a passionate international speaker, and influencer of many.
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You can book Henrik Scharfe through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Henrik's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Henrik Scharfe's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Henrik tailored to your event.
Henrik Scharfe speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Henrik to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Henrik Scharfe for events worldwide, subject to Henrik's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Henrik Scharfe is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Henrik can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Henrik Scharfe on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Henrik can offer.
Henrik Scharfe delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Henrik Scharfe's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Henrik's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Henrik Scharfe can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Henrik's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Henrik Scharfe is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Henrik Scharfe, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Henrik's current availability for your dates.