Lars Kierkegaard
Global Market Innovation Lead, A.P. Moller Maersk
Lars Kierkegaard is a seasoned product and innovation leader with over 20 years of experience across supply chain, telecom, and IT sectors—from agile startups to Fortune 500 giants. As Global Market Innovation Lead at Maersk, he spearheads product ideation, market strategy, and partnerships that drive sustainable growth and digital transformation. Lars is known for blending thought leadership, commercial acumen, and technological insight to deliver impactful solutions in ESG analytics, AI-driven platforms, and sustainable supply chains. He has held executive roles including Director of Strategy, Acting CEO, and Senior Adviser, and actively supports universities, startups, and public institutions through advisory work and his consultancy, Innopaze. A passionate advocate for responsible innovation, Lars speaks on the intersection of sustainability, regulation, and technology—championing collaboration and resilience in global logistics. He holds advanced degrees in engineering, communications, and business, and has been recognized with multiple industry awards.