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About

ABOUT SARA RIIS-CARSTENSEN

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Sara Riis-Carstensen is the strategic driver behind LEGO’s rise to global brand supremacy. With a career spanning some of the world’s most iconic brands, Sara has earned a reputation as a pioneering figure in brand strategy and marketing.

With extensive experience at renowned companies such as LEGO, Carlsberg, Giorgio Armani, De Beers, Zurich Insurance, and Lufthansa, Sara brings a distinctive perspective on brand strategy and leadership. 

In her keynotes, she reveals the secrets of brand transformation, drawing from her global career to inspire and empower leaders to forge their own paths to success.

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Speaking

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

A dynamic and passionate speaker, Sara captivates audiences at global forums, conferences, and events with her insights, infectious energy, and strategic acumen.

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Building a Brand. Brick by Brick.
Dynamics of Culture

Selected Keynotes

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Building a Brand. Brick by Brick.

Step into the dynamic world of brand transformation with Sara Riis-Carstensen, the visionary mastermind behind LEGO’s meteoric rise to global acclaim. In this keynote, Sara unveils the process of crafting LEGO’s inaugural global brand strategy - brick by brick.

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Standing Out in Sameness

How do you stand out when everyone plays by the same rules? Sara Riis-Carstensen shares how she redefined branding for the Lufthansa Group and Zurich Insurance by daring to think differently. In this keynote, she unveils how creativity, courage, and customer obsession can revolutionize industries trapped in conformity.

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Authenticity in the Age of AI

In a world where algorithms talk and chatbots sell, authenticity has never been more powerful. Sara Riis-Carstensen reveals how brands can stay true, human, and relevant in an era defined by artificial intelligence and growing consumer skepticism. Discover how authenticity isn’t just a differentiator – it’s the ultimate competitive advantage.

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How Brands Become Icons

In this keynote Sara explores how the most powerful brands earn relevance by tapping into cultural movements, tensions, and conversations that people actually care about. Through compelling case studies and sharp insights, Sara reveals how brands can move from simply communicating to truly participating in culture. 

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Decoding Premium: Navigating the Future of Luxury Brands

In this keynote, Sara Riis-Carstensen ventures into the enigmatic realm of premium and luxury branding, dissecting the nuanced factors that underpin their allure and enduring appeal. With a keen eye for emerging trends and industry shifts, Sara offers an exploration of what defines premium and luxury in today’s dynamic marketplace.

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Mindset to Be Disruptive

In a world where disruption is constant, the real competitive advantage lies not in reacting to change, but in becoming the disruptor. This keynote explores how leaders can fundamentally shift their mindset, challenge sacred assumptions, and redefine the rules of their industry before others do. 

Testimonials

General Manager, Burberry

"Sara’s presentation gave me a glimpse into the best in-class brand strategy development. This was an excellent presentation that gave me a lot to think about in the way we approach brand building strategically and creatively"

Creative Strategist, meta

"Sara was incredible! I could listen to her for hours and enjoy every electrifying, mind blowing minute"

VP Marketing, Coca-Cola

"Building on her extensive knowledge, Sara provided a wealth of real-life examples and stories, which all served as inspiration to consider branding in a new way"

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