Writer &
Keynote Speaker

Ida Kymmer is a writer and keynote speaker on emerging technologies and innovation.

Her multidisciplinary background combined with deep cultural understanding, she provides engaging and inspiring perspectives.

She has been speaking at the World Economic Forum, SXSW, Gitex, TechBBQ, Deloitte Innovation Day, Next in Vogue, and many more conferences and events.

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About Ida

Ida Kymmer is a writer, keynote speaker, and international business strategist with expertise in emerging technologies, innovation, and business development.

She has spoken at world-renowned events such as the World Economic Forum, SXSW, Gitex, TechBBQ, Deloitte Innovation Day, Next in Vogue, and many more.

With a Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies, Ida publishes Tech for War and Peace, a weekly newsletter covering technology in war and peace contexts.

Her areas of focus include innovation, sustainability, disinformation, creativity, global inclusion, defence, and peace tech.

Ida has lived in nine countries and speak in five languages (Swedish, Korean, English, German, and Serbian-Croatian).

Ida’s experience in emerging technologies is extensive: she worked with Dexter Studios in South Korea to develop 3D screens for the SLS Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, and was involved with developing 3D musicals and early VR applications for architectural renderings.

From 2021 to 2023, Ida was the Director of Global Affairs at Journee, working with brands like BMW, H&M, Clinique, and Shiseido to shape the future of immersive technology and commerce.

Today, Ida is the Managing Director of Espere, an international business development consultancy. She also consults for companies in the creative industries of tech, fashion, and art on innovative solutions.

  • From the moment she takes the stage, Ida’s knowledge and passion for sharing ideas immediately excites the audience. Ida shares her creative business acumen, leaving the audience both educated and inspired.

    — Amy Peck, CEO EndeavorXR

  • Ida is an eloquent speaker and the most authentic speaker I’ve come across. Her passion for making an impact is intentional and comes from the heart, which is hard to come by with speakers these days. Ida is a leader in frontier technology and innovation and always hits points that are unique and riveting.

    — Dan Burgar, CEO, Frontier Collective

  • I highly recommend Ida Kymmer as a speaker. Ida has a deep understanding of the relationship between technology, society, consumption and art. At the Nordic Metaverse Summit, her ability to clearly and effectively discuss complex topics made a significant impact.

    — Bugge Holm Hansen, Head of Program Nordic AI & Metaverse Summit

  • Ida's deep understanding of systems change and her ability to weave complex ideas into actionable insights left our audience both enlightened and energized. Ida consistently brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and human-centered approach that sparks meaningful conversations and drives innovative thinking.

    — Armando Matijević, Founder/CEO SplitX


  • Ida has an incredible way of taking complex technical topics and making them relatable to everyone. Her multidisciplinary background and passion for international relations provide a holistic, 360-degree view on innovation that we don't often see in the tech world that both inspires and challenges her listeners.

    Enara Nazarova, Founder Armoar