Soren Kaplan

Widely recognised as one of the world’s top management experts and consultants, Soren Kaplan is a highly respected speaker whose work explores the human side of innovation and leadership. With a PhD in Organisational Psychology, Soren brings a unique perspective to the intersection of psychology, business, and wellbeing. His global keynote appearances for Fortune 100 companies – including Cisco, Red Bull, and NBCUniversal – are grounded in both scientific insight and lived experience, helping audiences navigate the emotional and psychological demands of today’s fast-changing world.

Soren’s career began at the forefront of innovation consulting with IdeaScope Associates, where he advised leading companies like 3M, Siemens, and P&G. He later took on pivotal roles at HP and co-founded iCohere, one of the earliest online collaboration platforms. As Co-Founder of Praxie, he continues to shape how businesses implement best practices in real time, while his role as Managing Principal of InnovationPoint LLC has allowed him to advise household names such as Disney, Colgate-Palmolive, and Visa. Through his work, Soren consistently champions mental resilience, adaptability, and the development of emotionally intelligent leaders.

Beyond consulting, Soren’s contributions to academia and thought leadership have cemented his credibility. As an Affiliated Professor at the University of Southern California’s Center for Effective Organisations and a columnist for Inc. Magazine, he shares research-driven insights on leadership and wellbeing. He has authored several acclaimed books – “Leapfrogging”, “The Invisible Advantage”, and “Experiential Intelligence” – which have won prestigious accolades including the Axiom Best Leadership Book and the International Book Awards’ Best General Business Book. These works highlight how experiences shape our ability to innovate, adapt, and thrive – key elements in any conversation about mental health.

Soren Kaplan is a compelling, authoritative voice on how psychological wellbeing drives innovation and business success. His TEDx talk “The Power of Surprise” and interviews in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and USA Today further showcase his impact on both corporate and public audiences. If you’re looking to inspire lasting change in how people approach mental health in the workplace, hire Soren Kaplan via The Mental Health Speakers Agency.