Stefan Olander

How do companies unlock sustained growth in a rapidly changing world? The answer lies in building and nurturing a culture of innovation. In this keynote, Stefan Olander explore how organizations of every size—from global enterprises to scrappy startups—can create the conditions where new ideas thrive, risks are embraced, and teams are empowered to turn vision into reality.

Through practical examples and inspiring stories, Stefan shows how an innovation-driven culture becomes a true strategic advantage—fueling adaptability, sparking creativity, and driving long-term business success.

Creativity, imagination, purpose, passion, and courage are indispensable tenants of the brand success that Stefan Olander brought to Nike’s digital platforms. By combining this deep brand understanding and carefully managing the human/technology equation, he articulates how organizations—from healthcare and manufacturing to retail and transportation—can bridge the gap between the physical and digital to deliver meaningful solutions that create value for both consumers and business. In a style that is fast-paced, provocative, and highly motivating, Olander will arm you with actionable ideas to help define your organization’s digital future.

After his remarkable 21-year career at Nike, where he launched “wearables” in conjunction with Apple, Stefan Olander now unveils the keys to his entrepreneurial success with his latest venture, Omorpho's Gravity Sportswear.™ In this high-impact keynote, Olander shares strategies he used to build the business from scratch, innovate in a hyper-competitive market, and navigate global supply chain disruptions and steep tariffs—resulting in explosive growth and catapulting Omorpho into one of the most innovative fitness brands of the past decade. He introduces the concept of "Firestarters"—individuals who ignite momentum with their spark, curiosity, and relentless drive to push boundaries—empowering leaders and teams to think like founders and spark innovation within their own industry.