Keynote speakers

Emmanuelle Vaast
Professor, Associate Dean, Information Systems, McGill Desautels

Emmanuelle Vaast is a highly distinguished scholar in the field of information systems, known for her research on social media, digital collaboration, and the role of technology in shaping organizational practices. She is a professor at Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University. Her work often explores how digital tools influence identity, communication, and knowledge sharing within organizations. She has published widely in leading academic journals and is recognized for bridging qualitative research with practical insights.

Louise Harder Fischer
Associate Professor, Digital Business Innovation, IT University of Copenhagen

Louise Harder Fischer is a Scandinavian researcher in information systems, focusing on digital innovation, data practices, and organizational transformation. She is an associate professor with Copenhagen Business School, where her work examines how technologies reshape work and decision-making processes, focusing on socio-technical changes and the future of work. Her research often highlights the human and ethical dimensions of data-driven systems. She contributes to both academic discussions and industry-relevant conversations on digital change.