Gerd Leonhard is a globally recognized futurist, author, and humanist thinker. He challenges us to imagine a future that is good for people and the planet.
A Basel-based futurist and CEO of The Futures Agency. Former musician turned one of the world's top 10 futurists.
Technology should serve humanity — not replace it. Ethics, empathy, and purpose must guide innovation.
This hashtag unites a global community dedicated to reimagining progress. It represents Gerd Leonhard's call to align technology with human values.
Centering human dignity, well-being, and equity in every decision and innovation.
Protecting our ecosystems and committing to genuine sustainability for future generations.
Finding meaning beyond profit — aligning personal and organizational goals with greater good.
Redefining success to include social, environmental, and human flourishing — not just GDP.
Gerd believes we stand at a civilizational fork in the road. The choices we make in the next decade will define humanity's trajectory for centuries.
"We must embrace technology without becoming it. The future is human — or it is nothing."
— Gerd Leonhard
Start here. This foundational video captures the essence of Gerd Leonhard's philosophy — a compass for navigating our technological future with wisdom and humanity.
These three pillars form the foundation of every talk, book, and video Gerd Leonhard produces under the #PeoplePlanetPurposeProsperity movement.
An introduction to Gerd Leonhard's foundational philosophy for a sustainable and human-centric future. This is the essential starting point for understanding the movement.
The four pillars of Gerd Leonhard's worldview form an interconnected system. Each one reinforces the others — ignore one, and the whole vision collapses.
Gerd Leonhard discusses the critical importance of uniquely human skills in the face of advancing AI and automation. Empathy, creativity, and ethics cannot be automated.
Gerd Leonhard delves into how individuals and organizations can find purpose amidst rapid societal and technological shifts. Disruption without direction is just chaos.
With hundreds of videos, Gerd's channel is a treasure trove of forward-thinking ideas. Each video challenges conventional wisdom about technology, society, and the future.
A vast library of keynotes, talks, and insights.
Decades of tracking technological and societal change.
People, Planet, Purpose, Prosperity — always.
A foundational talk drawn from Gerd Leonhard's influential book. It explores the potential conflicts between exponential technology and core human values.
Gerd Leonhard shares insights into the importance of foresight and strategic thinking for building a better tomorrow.
Futurists don't predict the future — they help us choose it. Gerd argues that proactive foresight is a moral responsibility, not just a business advantage.
- Strategic long-term thinking
- Ethical technology governance
- Human-centered policy design
A key message from Gerd Leonhard on maintaining human agency in a technologically advanced world. We can use tools without being defined by them.
"Use technology. Don't let technology use you."
— Gerd Leonhard
A powerful keynote address by Gerd Leonhard on the enduring importance of human values in an era of accelerating change. One of his most-watched talks.
Gerd Leonhard's compelling vision for a future that prioritizes well-being, equity, and sustainability — not just for the privileged few, but for all of humanity.
Measure success by human flourishing, not just financial growth.
Build systems where everyone benefits from technological progress.
Embed ecological responsibility into every innovation cycle.
Gerd Leonhard coined "androrithms" to describe the uniquely human algorithms — intuition, empathy, ethics, and creativity — that no machine can replicate.
- Algorithms = machine logic
- Androrithms = human wisdom
- Empathy cannot be coded
- Ethics require conscience
How must educational systems transform to foster the essential human skills that will matter most in an automated world? Gerd Leonhard offers a bold answer.
Move beyond memorization toward judgment, discernment, and ethical reasoning.
Nurture imagination and original thought — skills machines fundamentally lack.
Empathy, collaboration, and communication are the currencies of the future economy.
The inspiring story of Gerd Leonhard's remarkable transition — from professional musician to one of the world's most influential futurists. A story of reinvention with purpose.
Professional musician and record label entrepreneur in the 1980s–90s.
Early advocate for digital music and online distribution in the 2000s.
Author, keynote speaker, and CEO of The Futures Agency — present day.
A comprehensive overview of Gerd Leonhard's views on the profound societal impact of artificial intelligence. AI is the most transformative — and most dangerous — tool humanity has ever created.
Gerd Leonhard's critical perspective on the emerging virtual world — its immense potential and equally serious implications for human connection, identity, and society.
- New forms of human connection
- Immersive learning experiences
- Global economic participation
- Erosion of physical reality
- Identity and privacy risks
- Digital addiction and inequality
A powerful concluding message on building a future that prioritizes human well-being and values above all else. The future is not something that happens to us — it is something we create.
"The best way to predict the future is to create it — and to make sure it is good."
— Gerd Leonhard
A vision for a human-centric future by Gerd Leonhard — futurist & humanist, author, keynote speaker.