Keynote speaker Matt Mueller is the best-selling author of The Mindful Innovator. He’s a columnist for Innovation Leader, a mindfulness instructor on Insight Timer, and a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert. He works with some of the world’s biggest brands.
Matt wears many hats, but they all serve one mission: helping leaders focus. With clarity, they can boost productivity, improve decision-making, and drive purposeful innovation.
With over a decade as a global innovation strategist, Matt has uncovered insights, shaped strategy, and led change across industries—even those untouched for centuries. He questioned modern innovation culture and studied its roots—long before processes and playbooks.
His research revealed a core truth: innovation has three key variables. It’s not about rushing to disrupt. Matt teaches that when we slow down and stay mindful, we innovate faster—with purpose.
His passion for mindful leadership began in retail. Starting as a deli associate, he eventually launched a retail innovation team for a national brand. He saw how shifting market demands—tech, competitors, priorities—clouded decision-making.
Matt broke through the noise and clarified what really mattered. The result? Higher sales, lower costs, happier customers, and stronger employee retention.
Matt shares insights with leaders about Navigating Change, Innovation Culture, AI & Humanity, and Employee Retention.
