Felix Hofmann

Felix Hofmann is a TEDx speaker, innovation expert, YouTuber, multiple founder and author.

As the former CEO of the Business Model Innovation Lab at the University of St. Gallen, he has in-depth expertise in the field of business model innovation.

His entrepreneurial career began with the award-winning startup PaperC and led him to the natural cosmetics brand FIVE, which successfully appeared on the German version of Shark Tank, ‘Die Höhle der Löwen’.” Felix Hofmann holds a Master’s degree in Business Innovation from the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and a Bachelor’s degree from the Berlin School of Economics and Law. Today, he supports companies in establishing and developing their innovation management and strengthening their innovation culture.

Felix Hofmann Lecture topics

  • The psychology of innovation: Why we love change, but also fear it.

Many people see digitalization and artificial intelligence as a threat. They fear change and prefer to stick to the familiar. But innovation can become an opportunity. Felix Hofmann shows how a change of perspective helps us to see new developments not as a risk, but as an opportunity.

  • Innovation mindset: how we can make ourselves and others more curious, creative and courageous.

An innovation mindset is no coincidence. This presentation shows how companies can promote curiosity and creativity and thus drive innovation in a targeted manner.

  • What comes after the Innovation Hubs? Making innovation more efficient and strategic

Many companies have founded innovation hubs – but many have been closed again because they were unable to meet expectations. Felix Hofmann shows why this happened and how innovation can be integrated more efficiently and better into the corporate strategy.

Further lecture topics

  • Reframing – The ultimate tool for more creativity, courage and perseverance
  • Innovation Mindset – How innovators see and change the world
  • Seeking Discomfort – Developing more courage and stamina in innovation
  • The Power of Long-Term Thinking – How to think and act more long-term
  • Re-Thinking – Developing an open mindset and encouraging others to rethink

As an innovation consultant, Felix Hofmann has moderated over 300 workshops on business model innovation and supported clients such as Bosch, Covestro, Infineon, Migros, Siemens, Adidas, Toshiba, B.Braun, Sennheiser and many others in innovation.

He also runs a YouTube channel and is an author. His first book is entitled REFRAME – The Psychology of Innovation.

Oliver Stoldt's opinion on Felix Hofmann

Felix Hofmann brings the power of innovation to the stage – clear, approachable and with a real entrepreneurial spirit. Whether in lectures or interactive workshops: He inspires, brings fresh perspectives and encourages more creativity. If you want to initiate real change, you’ve come to the right place.

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