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Kamales Lardi is a distinguished figure in the realm of digital and business transformation, renowned for her strategic insights and innovative approach. With over 25 years of cross-industry experience, she adeptly integrates cutting-edge digital and technological solutions to drive measurable business outcomes. Kamales is the founder and CEO of Lardi & Partner Consulting GmbH, established in 2012, through which she has provided strategic guidance to numerous multinational corporations across Europe, Asia, and Africa. ​
 

Her expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of emerging technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing, Internet of Things (IoT), sensor technologies, and robotic process automation. Kamales emphasizes that technology alone is not a panacea; rather, a clear value proposition should drive any transformation effort. ​
 

Kamales's contributions have garnered significant recognition. She has been listed among the “Top 10 Global Thought Leaders in Digital Transformation” by Thinkers360 and was named one of the “Top 50 Women in Tech Influencers 2021” by The Awards Magazine. In August 2024, she was honored as one of the ‘Voices of a New Era of Leaders’ by the Female Factor Leadership:Redefined movement. Additionally, in 2022, CapGemini Invent and Female One Zero recognized her in the International 40 Over 40 - The World's Most Inspiring Women. ​
 

Beyond her consulting endeavors, Kamales is dedicated to education and leadership development. She serves as a Teaching Fellow at Durham University Business School, imparting her extensive knowledge to future business leaders. Previously, she held the position of Chair of the FORBES Business Council Women Executives. As an engaging and influential speaker, Kamales frequently presents at corporate and industry conferences, sharing her insights on digital transformation and the human-technology interface. ​
 

Kamales is also the author of the best-selling book, "The Human Side Of Digital Business Transformation," an essential guide for business leaders navigating transformation in next-generation organizations. ​
 

Her unwavering commitment to leveraging technology for business excellence, combined with her focus on the human aspects of transformation, positions Kamales Lardi as a leading authority in the digital transformation landscape.