Per Schlingmann

Per Schlingmann is a visionary speaker, strategist, and author whose core expertise is change leadership and strategic communications. He rose to national and international prominence as a political reformer who led the strategic and communications renewal of Sweden’s Moderate Party in the early 2000s—a transformation that paved the way for historic election victories. Since then he has founded growth companies, served on boards, and advised organisations across industries.

Schlingmann’s keynotes draw on deep experience at the intersection of leadership, brand building, and societal change. He is in demand at events focused on how to shape the future through strategy, communications, and culture. His talks give audiences a clear direction and a compelling narrative on which to build change.

As an author, Schlingmann has published several books, including Urban Express, Corona Express, and Momentum with Kjell A. Nordström. These works explore how pandemics, climate change, and geopolitical crises affect leadership, organisations, and society. His message is clear: change should not only be managed—it must be embraced and harnessed as a driver of growth.

Schlingmann is also active in media and culture. He co-created the internationally sold TV series The Inner Circle and has written both business and literary fiction. He serves as a board professional at companies including Apotea, one of Sweden’s leading e-commerce businesses.