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Keynote SpeakerMarkus Albers

Executive Director, Founder, Author

Markus Albers is author, consultant and entrepreneur and deals with the new world of work and change through technology for many years. After completing his master’s degree in Political Science, Philosophy and Communication Science, he worked as a journalist in various – often leading – positions in major national media.... Read more

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Popular Talks by Markus Albers

  • How AI changes the future of work
  • Implementing New Work in Teams and Organisations
  • 4-Day-Work-Week, Creativity and Productivity
  • Digital Fatigue
  • Tech and Society

Biography

Markus Albers is author, consultant and entrepreneur and deals with the new world of work and change through technology for many years.

After completing his master’s degree in Political Science, Philosophy and Communication Science, he worked as a journalist in various – often leading – positions in major national media. Markus Albers was editor at Welt am Sonntag and SZ Magazin, department head of Tomorrow magazine, Berlin correspondent for the British magazine Monocle and managing editor of Vanity Fair Germany. As an author he has worked for NDR television and various radio stations, as well as for renowned print titles – his texts have appeared in Brand Eins, Die Zeit, GQ, AD, Spiegel and Stern. Today he writes the column “Flight Mode” for the magazine Lufthansa Exclusive.

Since 2010, he has been co-founder and managing partner of Rethink GmbH, which develops cross-platform media content and advises companies on communication strategy and brand positioning. In 2015 he founded Neuwork, a network of experts on the subject of new work. Now he is Executive Director Consulting at C3 Creative Code and Content.

Markus Albers is a member of the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, a guest lecturer at ESCP Business School, and emeritus board member of the Future of Work department of the German Association for the Digital Economy (BVDW).

In his agency roles he has worked with clients such as Lufthansa, Volkswagen, PWC, Microsoft, Facebook, Google, Bosch, Vodafone, Commerzbank, RolandBerger, Deutsche Bank, NXP, and Mazars.

His books “Meconomy”, “Rethinking Luxury” and the business bestseller “Morgen komm ich später rein” have been widely discussed and translated into five languages.

He is regularly invited as a keynote speaker and panelist on the topics of his books. Markus Albers is an experienced speaker who presents complex contexts in an understandable and entertaining way.

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What clients say about Markus Albers

“Markus is a brilliant speaker who manages with ease to convey complex issues to his audience in a very simple and clear way. For me, his instructive impulses are always enriching.” Head of People and Organizational Development, Mazars in Germany
“Markus has clearly proven himself to be a thought leader of "New Work" in our DENK.bar. He enriched our lecture series with clever theses and pragmatic approaches, and commented on our questions about the world of work after Corona with great passion". Group HR Innovation & Social Sustainability, Volkswagen AG
“We were able to win Markus Albers as an external speaker for our annual management event in the Corona year 2020. Already in the preparation phase, it was fun to jointly individualize the content of his presentation to our current topics. We then experienced an outstanding speaker with an insightful presentation – and a lively discussion on the topic of New Work afterwards. Thank you very much, dear Markus." Güray Krutinat, Head of Group Communication Germany, Crédit Agricole S.A.
“For various events and target groups I had brought Markus in as a speaker and the feedback from the participants was always outstanding. Markus is inspiring but not aloof. He brings the issues to the table and breaks taboos.” Executive Partner five14 and Board Member of the Federal Association of German Management Consultants
“Markus Albers' expertise, his inspiring way of lecturing, and his concrete recommendations for action have impressively shown current challenges in our working world and how we can counteract it - not only in the Corona crisis!” Chair of Human Resource Management and Intercultural Leadership, ESCP
“Markus Albers puts his finger on some of the fundamental trends driving our working world. He encourages his audience to question conventional but dated practices.” Institut zur Zukunft der Arbeit
“Markus Albers’ talk was inspiring, exciting, eloquent, likable and convincing.” Personalentwicklung OTTO GmbH
“The panel discussion with Markus was very worthwhile. He has some groundbreaking thoughts on the future topology of work and workspaces.” Philip Vanhoutte, Managing Director EMEA, Plantronics GmbH

How to book Markus Albers as a keynote speaker

How do I book Markus Albers for a keynote speech?

You can book Markus Albers through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Markus's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Markus Albers's speaking fees?

Markus Albers'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 Markus tailored to your event.

What topics does Markus Albers speak about?

Markus Albers speaks on Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation, Teamwork, Wellbeing. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Markus to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Markus Albers available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Markus Albers for events worldwide, subject to Markus's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Markus Albers deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Markus Albers is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Markus Albers?

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 Markus can accommodate.

Can Markus Albers tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Markus Albers 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 Markus can offer.

What languages does Markus Albers present in?

Markus Albers delivers keynotes in English, German. 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.

What makes Markus Albers a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Markus Albers's areas of expertise include Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation, Teamwork, Wellbeing. To get a clear sense of Markus'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.

What kind of events can Markus Albers speak at?

Markus Albers can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Organisation, Teamwork, Wellbeing is relevant. Details of Markus'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.

Does Markus Albers offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

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 Markus Albers is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Markus Albers?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Markus Albers, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Markus's current availability for your dates.