David Gram
Transform innovation culture with David Gram, speaker and co-founder of Diplomatic Rebels. David works with global organisations to drive radical innovation and intrapreneurship, delivering proven methodologies developed at LEGO and implemented across multiple industries worldwide.
Copenhagen, Denmark
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David Gram is an innovation leader and the co-founder of Diplomatic Rebels, a company dedicated to empowering organisations and intrapreneurs to become stronger innovators.
With a career spanning over 17 years, David has honed his expertise in radical innovation and lean start-up methods within both small businesses and large global corporations. His work is characterised by a unique blend of design thinking and agile development, which he has applied to numerous innovation projects from early incubation to full maturity.
David's journey in innovation leadership includes pivotal roles such as Senior Innovation Director at LEGO's Future Lab and Head of Innovation at Scandinavian Airlines. During his nine-year tenure at LEGO, he led multidisciplinary teams in developing breakthrough business initiatives, ensuring the company remained at the forefront of the toy industry. His efforts were instrumental in establishing LEGO Ventures, the strategic venture arm of the LEGO Brand Group, further cementing his reputation as a key figure in corporate innovation.
The "Diplomatic Rebel" concept is central to David's philosophy. He believes that anyone can become an innovator within their organisation by balancing the rebellious spirit needed to challenge the status quo with the diplomatic skills required to garner support. This mindset is crucial for driving change in complex organisations, and David's work with Diplomatic Rebels aims to instil these principles in companies worldwide.
David's insights and methodologies have been recognised in various forums, including his role as an Unreasonable Mentor, where he has advised numerous companies. He has shared his expertise with organisations such as British Airways and the creative agency Two Degrees Below, and facilitated design-thinking workshops for international audiences.
As an international keynote speaker and executive advisor, David continues to inspire organisations to embrace change and innovation, ensuring they remain viable in an ever-evolving world.
Unlock radical innovation with David Gram, Co-Founder of Diplomatic Rebels and former LEGO Ventures leader. With expertise in design thinking and agile development, David guides teams to become change-leading innovators. Transform your business challenges into opportunities. Book David now to inspire and implement impactful change in your organization.
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