Perttu Pölönen is a futurist, inventor and author. He has studied future technologies at Singularity University, based at NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, co-founded an edtech company in Myanmar and won EU’s biggest science competition for youth with his patented MusiClock invention. In 2018 MIT Tech Review honored him among the 35 Innovators Under 35 in Europe. Perttu has written three books and given over 1200 keynotes in more than 20 countries about the future.
INVENTOR
Perttu is an innovator at heart. At 15 he turned his frustration, music theory, into a simple teaching tool called MusiClock (Fin. Sävelkello). The invention was patented and recognized internationally, followed even by an invitation to the Nobel Prize Festivities.
AUTHOR
Perttu’s book Future Skills explores the essential skills for thriving in an uncertain future. Blending practical insights with a personal perspective, he examines how we adapt to a rapidly changing technological world. Future Skills has been translated into seven languages.
SPEAKER
Perttu is an inspiring and thought-provoking speaker. He has received excellent feedback on his ability to spark new thinking about AI, future skills, disruptive technologies and evolution of work. A complete list of Perttu's previous clients can be found below.
FUTURIST
Perttu received a full scholarship to study at Singularity University, a think tank located at NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, CA. He has a profound knowledge of the future megatrends, disruption, emerging technologies and exponential mindset.
COMPOSER
Perttu is a classically trained composer, graduated from Sibelius Academy. His compositions have been performed in Finland, Hungary, Japan and the USA. Perttu plays the cello and the piano – also in seminars and events!
Presentation schedule
Spring 2025
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Teosto, 17.1.
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A. Ahlström Oy, 18.1.
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Suomen taloushallintoliitto, 20.1.
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Wärtsilä, 21.1.
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Nokia, 22.1.
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Telia, 23.1.
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Kolarin kunta, 28.1.
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Norlandia, 29.1.
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PRP Plastic, 30.1.
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KalPa, 4.2.
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Nurmijärven opisto, 7.2.
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SHIFT, 7.2.
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Arla, 11.2.
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Tunneäly Summit, 12.2.
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Autoalan keskusliitto, 13.2.
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Lining, 14.2.
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Oulun kaupunki, 20.2.
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European School of Helsinki, 5.3.
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Azets, 6.3.
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Kauniaisten kaupunki, 12.3.
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Suomen ekonomit, 13.3.
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DNA, 13.3.
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Kokkolan seurakuntayhtymä, 14.3.
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Foodora, 19.3.
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Pöytyän kunta, 20.3.
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Kirkkonummen kunta, 21.3.
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Verohallinto, 25.3.
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KPMG, 26.3.
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Seinäjoen AMK, 27.3.
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Auris Energia, 2.4.
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Suomen Poliisijärjestöjen Liitto, 3.4.
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Tampereen hiippakunta, 4.4.
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Asianajajaliitto, 4.4.
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ServiceNow, 8.4.
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XAMK, 9.4.
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Puolustusvoimat, 11.4.
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European Educational Publishers Group, FAROE ISLANDS, 14.4.
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Ülemiste City Forum, Tallinn, ESTONIA, 24.4.
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Postnord Strålfors, 24.4.
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Digia, 25.4.
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Suomen musiikintekijät, 29.4.
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PING Helsinki, 29.4.
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Suomen punainen risti, 3.5.
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Ava-Instituutin kannatusyhdistys, 6.5.
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Valio, 6.5.
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GlaxoSmithKline, 7.5.
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Oulun kaupunki, 13.5.
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Jyväskylän kaupunki, 14.5.
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Mehiläinen, 15.5.
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Tamro, 15.5.
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Easoft Group, 16.5.
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Tuusulan kunta, 17.5.
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Retta, 19.5.
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Hoas, 20.5.
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Traficom, 22.5.
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LAB-ammattikorkeakoulu, 23.5.
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Attendo, 28.5.
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Liedon lukio, 30.5.
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Keskinäinen Työeläkevakuutusyhtiö Elo, 3.6.
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Vanhustyön Keskusliitto, 4.6.
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Marttaliitto, 4.6.
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Suomen ekonomit, 5.6.
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Servica, 6.6.
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Itä-Suomen aluehallintovirasto, 6.6.
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ABB, 10.6.
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Valtiovarainministeriö, 11.6.
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Gyldendalske Boghandel, Copenhagen, DENMARK, 12.6.
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European Youth Event (European Union), Strasbourg, FRANCE, 13.6.
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Kittilän kunta, 18.6.
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Validia / SuomiAreena, 24.6.
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Skatteverket, Paris, FRANCE, 25.6.
Fall 2025
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LUT-yliopisto, 7.8.
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Kamarikesä, 8.8.
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Biogen, 20.8.
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SeAmk, 21.8.
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B Braun Medical, 22.8.
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Jyväskylän normaalikoulu, 25.8.
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Professio, 27.8.
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Utajärvi Business Festival, 28.8.
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Johtajatulet / Suomen partiolaiset, 31.8.
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Keuke, 2.9.
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Tornator, 2.9.
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Rakennustieto, 4.9.
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Papula-Nevinpat, 4.9.
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APFI, 5.9.
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Lumene, 5.9.
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Tietokirjafestivaali, 6.9.
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DL Software, 10.9.
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Savon koulutuskuntayhtymä, 10.9.
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View Group, 11.9.
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Skatteverket, Paris, FRANCE, 16.9.
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Oma säästöpankki, 17.9.
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Solteq, 18.9.
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Elker, 18.9.
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Careeria, 23.9.
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Hoivatie, 24.9.
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DQ Communications, 26.9.
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Finavia, 30.9.
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POP Pankki, 30.9.
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Visma, 2.10.
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Humak, 2.10.
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Nurmijärven seurakunta, 4.10.
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STTK, 7.10.
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Skatteverket, Stockholm, SWEDEN, 7.10.
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SAS Institute, 9.10.
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Pori Energia, 9.10.
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Kine 2025 Pori, 10.10.
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World Skills 2025, Dubrovnik, CROATIA, 14.10.
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Rivieran Suomi-seura, Nice, FRANCE, 17.10.
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Ohjaamo, 21.10.
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Topcon, 23.10.
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Helsingin kaupunki, 24.10.
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Prefekt, 24.10.
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Rovaniemen Kylien Kehittämissäätiö, 25.10.
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Eduhouse, 28.10.
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Kiinteistöliitto, 30.10.
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Joutsan kunta, 1.11.
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Helsingin kaupunki, 4.11.
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EY, 5.11.
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Kalajoen kaupunki, 6.11.
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YTHS, 7.11.
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Skilla, 11.11.
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Yritystutkimus, 13.11.
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Excellence Finland, 13.11.
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Avain-säätiö, 13.11.
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Turun AMK, 18.11.
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Hanken, 18.11.
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Helsingin kaupunki, 20.11.
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Sähköinfo, 20.11.
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Rastor-Instituutti, 21.11.
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Prizztech, 27.11.
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Pohjois-Savon hyvinvointialue, 28.11.
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Atria, 1.12.
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Alma Insights, 2.12.
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Espoon kaupunki, 2.12.
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Kuopion kaupunki, 3.12.
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Kopiosto, 4.12.
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XAMK, 4.12.
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Metatavu, 5.12.
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Tampereen normaalikoulu, 9.12.
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Viking Line, 10.12.
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Lab AMK, 11.12.
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Helsingin kaupunki, 11.12.
"What do you talk about?"
AI
Artificial intelligence is reshaping society at every level – from our workplaces to our worldviews. This talk examines the social and psychological consequences of persuasive technology: how digital systems influence our thinking, choices and even values. Rather than asking what AI can do, we should ask what it should do – and how it can strengthen, not weaken, our humanity.
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Future Skills
Success in the future depends less on knowledge and more on curiosity, creativity, empathy and adaptability. Based on Perttu Pölönen’s internationally translated book Future Skills, this talk explores the human abilities that will matter most in an age where information is everywhere but wisdom is rare.
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Lifelong Learning and Renewal
It’s no longer about what you know, but how fast you can learn. This talk encourages people to maintain a beginner’s mindset, stay open to change and keep learning throughout life – because complacency can be more dangerous than making mistakes.
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The Future of Work
Work is changing faster than ever. Roles blur, careers diversify and expertise evolves continuously. This talk explores how humans and technology can collaborate meaningfully – and how purpose and flexibility will define the new world of work.
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Change & Vision
We know the world is changing, yet we often resist changing ourselves. Why? This keynote dives into the psychology of transformation – how fear, habits, comfort and imagination limits keep us stuck and how we can move beyond them to grow personally and collectively.
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Disruptive Innovation
The greatest disruptions arrive unannounced and they favor those who can imagine possibilities before others do. This talk explores how to anticipate change, embrace uncertainty and turn disruption into opportunity through imagination, courage and experimentation.
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The Future of Interaction
The digital world connects us endlessly, yet true connection remains deeply human. This talk explores what makes human encounters irreplaceable in the age of AI. What makes us different from machines? What can I get from you that I can't get from ChatGPT?
Books
FUTURE SKILLS
The next revolution is a human revolution. To counterbalance the world we digitalized, we need to develop creativity, perseverance, compassion, and curiosity—those same soft skills that give our lives meaning and set us apart from machines. What can we get from you that we can’t get from Google?
This book is easy to read and was written for young people. It makes a great gift for someone who’s graduating!
Finnish Media
Tässä podcastissa testataan tekoälyn kykyä suoriutua erilaisista työtehtävistä. Jokaisessa jaksossa Perttu ja asiantuntijavieras arvioivat tekoälyn työsuoritteita eri aloille kuuluvista tehtävistä. Jaksojen vieraat vaihtelevat juristeista ekonomeihin ja papeista lääkäreihin. Mitä kaikkea algoritmit voivat tehdä? Mikä jää ihmiselle?
