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Camilla helps organisations turn emotions into a competitive advantage. Two-time Speaker of the Year, bestselling author and PhD researcher, she is known for making the invisible visible by sharp business insight, and compelling storytelling to make emotional intelligence practical and memorable.
Camilla Tuominen (M.Econ) is an experienced speaker, having delivered over 500 keynotes to companies across industries. She is a bestselling author, doctoral researcher, illustrator, and former startup founder passionate about helping leaders and organizations rethink the role of emotions—not as a soft skill, but as a strategic advantage.
Named Speaker of the Year twice (2021 & 2022) and Business Influencer of the Year (2019) in Finland, Camilla combines sharp business thinking with creative communication. Her keynotes are intellectually grounded, emotionally resonant, vulnerable, and visually unforgettable.
What truly sets her apart is her ability to make emotions understandable—and usable—through original, hand-drawn illustrations, which also form the focus of her PhD research. By translating complex emotional dynamics into clear visual insights, she offers audiences practical tools they can apply immediately in leadership, communication, and change.
With a background in management consulting and as the founder of an emotion-tech company, Camilla bridges business logic with emotional intelligence in a way few others can. Her academic work continues to deepen her perspective, ensuring her keynotes are both cutting-edge and grounded in real-world experience.
Camilla doesn’t just talk about emotions—she shows what they look like, how they work, and why they matter. Her rare combination of expertise—consulting, entrepreneurship, research, and visual storytelling—has made her one of Finland’s most sought-after business speakers.
Her talks don’t just inspire. They make emotions visible, practical, and actionable.