Lena Bäcker

Lena Bäcker

Keynote Speaker: Global Diplomatic Strategist, Crisis Leadership Expert & Strategic Advisor to World Leaders; Founder & Chairperson for GGA Group; Chairperson for Life of The Royal Foundation for Peace (RFP) and for The Royal Foundation for Peace Global Fund

Lena Bäcker Biography

Lena Bäcker is one of the world’s most exclusive keynote speakers and boardroom advisors in global relations, governance, and diplomacy.

She does not merely observe crises — she has led through them. With over 35 years at the highest international levels, Bäcker has operated alongside royal houses, heads of state, Nobel laureates, and Fortune 500 leaders, navigating sovereign decision-making and global geopolitical and geoeconomics risk.

As former Enforcement Director of the Swedish Government and Chair of the EU High-Level Think Tank (European Association of Public Banks), Bäcker guided Europe’s largest public financial institutions across 44 countries through the global financial and Greek debt crises, building consensus across borders and strengthening resilience in turbulent times.

Today, as Chairperson of GGA Group and The Royal Foundation for Peace (RFP) Global Fund, uniting ultra-exclusive networks of royals for global peace, prosperity and sustainability.

For 2026 and beyond, leadership is no longer about growth — it is about resilience, legitimacy, and sovereign clarity under pressure. Bäcker stands in a category of her own.

Bäcker has received several international awards and is recognized for her unique ability to combine strategic acumen, moral authority, and calm influence in critical global matters. She frequently shares stages with presidents, prime ministers, and Nobel laureates.

Her keynotes and boardroom advisory sessions are widely regarded as transformative, inspiring, iconic, and historic — equipping leaders with rare strategic insight and a distinctly elevated global perspective.

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Lena Bäcker Speaking Topics

AI, Power and Strategic Digital Sovereignty

The AI conversation has moved from experimentation to execution.

Leaders are no longer asking whether to use AI — but:

  • How to integrate it securely
  • How to protect institutional integrity
  • How to govern AI in a geopolitical and geoeconomics environment

Lena Bäcker addresses AI not as technology, but as power architecture — linking digitalization, state security, regulatory oversight and long-term legitimacy.

Having led large-scale digital transformation under the highest security classification within government, she brings authority to the intersection of AI, governance and sovereignty.

Geopolitics and Geoeconomics: When Politics Becomes a Balance Sheet Issue

Geopolitics and geoeconomics is no longer background noise.

It is now a core boardroom variable.

Sanctions, tariffs, trade wars, capital diplomacy, debt restructuring, FTA shifts and alliance fragmentation are shaping business survival.

Lena Bäcker connects:

  • Global governance, Capital flows and financial system resilience
  • Her experience inside the Greek rescue package and global governance gives her a unique vantage point few speakers globally possess.

Security, Risk and Institutional Resilience

Risk is now multidimensional:

  • Cyber threats
  • Regulatory overreach
  • Political instability
  • Energy - Climate-related financial shocks
  • Erosion of public trust

As Enforcement Director, Lena Bäcker transformed an authority into a national benchmark for trust, governance and gender equality — while managing crisis and economic crime enforcement.

She speaks to:

  • How institutions survive systemic shocks
  • How leaders maintain legitimacy
  • How to build resilience that endures beyond individuals

In a world of fragile systems, credibility is currency.

Leadership Under Permanent Uncertainty

Transformation is no longer episodic.

It is permanent.

Leaders face:

  • Decision fatigue
  • Moral complexity
  • Polarized stakeholders
  • Institutional distrust

Lena Bäcker brings a rare dimension: moral authority grounded in lived governance.

She addresses:

  • Decision-making under ambiguity
  • Leading through fatigue
  • Maintaining calm under structural pressure
  • Rebuilding legitimacy when trust declines

She has united leaders across borders during global crises and the world itself was at risk.

This is leadership beyond charisma.

This is leadership under consequence.

Lena Bäcker Videos

Lena Bäcker - Diplomacy360

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How much does it cost to book Lena Bäcker for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Lena Bäcker speak about?

Lena Bäcker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as World Affairs, Geopolitics, Social Activism, Sustainability, Government, Crisis Management, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Security & Defense, Economy, Finance, Executive Leadership and Strategic Leadership.

Where does Lena Bäcker travel from?

Lena Bäcker generally travels from Stockholm, Sweden and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Lena Bäcker?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lena Bäcker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Lena Bäcker for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Lena Bäcker or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Lena Bäcker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including World Affairs, Geopolitics and Social Activism. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Lena Bäcker generally travels from Stockholm, Sweden and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are William H. McRaven, Dambisa Moyo and Todd Buchholz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lena Bäcker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/02/2026.

Lena Bäcker Speaking Topics

  • AI, Power and Strategic Digital Sovereignty

    The AI conversation has moved from experimentation to execution.

    Leaders are no longer asking whether to use AI — but:

    • How to integrate it securely
    • How to protect institutional integrity
    • How to govern AI in a geopolitical and geoeconomics environment

    Lena Bäcker addresses AI not as technology, but as power architecture — linking digitalization, state security, regulatory oversight and long-term legitimacy.

    Having led large-scale digital transformation under the highest security classification within government, she brings authority to the intersection of AI, governance and sovereignty.

  • Geopolitics and Geoeconomics: When Politics Becomes a Balance Sheet Issue

    Geopolitics and geoeconomics is no longer background noise.

    It is now a core boardroom variable.

    Sanctions, tariffs, trade wars, capital diplomacy, debt restructuring, FTA shifts and alliance fragmentation are shaping business survival.

    Lena Bäcker connects:

    • Global governance, Capital flows and financial system resilience
    • Her experience inside the Greek rescue package and global governance gives her a unique vantage point few speakers globally possess.

  • Security, Risk and Institutional Resilience

    Risk is now multidimensional:

    • Cyber threats
    • Regulatory overreach
    • Political instability
    • Energy - Climate-related financial shocks
    • Erosion of public trust

    As Enforcement Director, Lena Bäcker transformed an authority into a national benchmark for trust, governance and gender equality — while managing crisis and economic crime enforcement.

    She speaks to:

    • How institutions survive systemic shocks
    • How leaders maintain legitimacy
    • How to build resilience that endures beyond individuals

    In a world of fragile systems, credibility is currency.

  • Leadership Under Permanent Uncertainty

    Transformation is no longer episodic.

    It is permanent.

    Leaders face:

    • Decision fatigue
    • Moral complexity
    • Polarized stakeholders
    • Institutional distrust

    Lena Bäcker brings a rare dimension: moral authority grounded in lived governance.

    She addresses:

    • Decision-making under ambiguity
    • Leading through fatigue
    • Maintaining calm under structural pressure
    • Rebuilding legitimacy when trust declines

    She has united leaders across borders during global crises and the world itself was at risk.

    This is leadership beyond charisma.

    This is leadership under consequence.

Lena Bäcker Videos

Lena Bäcker - Diplomacy360
  • How do I book Lena Bäcker to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Lena Bäcker for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Lena Bäcker, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Lena Bäcker or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Lena Bäcker for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Lena Bäcker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lena Bäcker, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Lena Bäcker speak about?

    Lena Bäcker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as World Affairs, Geopolitics, Social Activism, Sustainability, Government, Crisis Management, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, Security & Defense, Economy, Finance, Executive Leadership and Strategic Leadership.
  • Where does Lena Bäcker travel from?

    Lena Bäcker generally travels from Stockholm, Sweden and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Lena Bäcker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lena Bäcker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Lena Bäcker for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Lena Bäcker or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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