Nicklas Bergman

Proud founder, curious funder, applied futurist. Epic failures and a couple of home runs. Deep tech angel + EIC Fund IC. Technology interpreter and rabbit hole explorer. Tech bubble collector. Can’t wait to go skiing.

Nicklas Bergman is a prominent Swedish entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and futurist, known for his extensive experience and insights in technological megatrends and their impact on business, society, and culture.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Founder and CEO of Intergalactic Industries AB: A privately held seed stage venture capital company focused on investments in BANG technologies (Bits, Atoms, Neurons, Genes) and their cross-pollination.1
Strategic Advisor at the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA): He is involved with the European Innovation Council (EIC), Europe’s flagship innovation program, and the EIC Fund, which is Europe's largest venture capital fund with up to 10 billion EUR under management.1

Other Notable Roles

Strategic Advisor at TechCast Global: A research-based technology think tank that forecasts emerging technologies using a science-based method.1
Co-founder and Chairman of the Board at Nirab Parts AB: Initially built the Volvo distribution network in Romania, now a privately held investment company focusing on emerging markets in Eastern and Central Europe.1
Founder and CEO of Quid Tu Vides AB: A company aimed at taking new media art into the 21st century through streaming solutions.1

Expertise and Activities

Applied Futurist: With over 10 years of experience in the foresight space, Bergman is known for his pragmatic approach to understanding and interpreting technological trends.2
Keynote Speaker: He has delivered over 300 keynotes in more than 40 countries, helping organizations navigate technological uncertainty and prepare for future challenges and opportunities.1 2
Education: Bergman holds degrees from Handelshögskolan vid Göteborgs universitet, Stockholm School of Economics, Beckmans College of Design, and the University of Colorado Boulder.1

Personal and Professional Philosophy

Bergman is described as a straight-talking entrepreneur who has experienced both significant successes and failures. He emphasizes the importance of understanding historical patterns in technological innovation to navigate current and future trends, such as the generative AI wave and other technological bubbles.2 His approach involves analyzing the technological frontier, assessing implications for industries, and adapting to new realities.