Peter Sondergaard was executive vice president and member of Gartner’s operating committee for 15 years. He transformed the company’s Research & Advisory organization through multiple acquisitions. Prior to his global position, Mr. Sondergaard led Gartner Research in Europe following roles of increasing seniority at International Data Corporation and Scandinavian Airlines System.

Peter Sondergaard is a sought-after keynote speaker and industry thought-leader, quoted frequently in the New York Times, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, Economist and CNBC. He covers topics such as the evolution of digital business, the impact of emerging technologies, artificial intelligence and the technology’s impact on talent and work. 

In addition to speaking he also facilitates panels and has interviewed many executives such as Bill Gates, Steve Wozniak and Michael Dell.

Peter Sondergaard holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Copenhagen and is fluent in six languages. He founded The Sondergaard Group and now runs his own Executive Advisory business. Additionally he is chairman of the board for 2012.ai, an artificial intelligence platform company, and advisor to numerous software companies and large corporations around the world.