Seda Röder, formerly known as “the piano hacker”, is an acclaimed author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Currently serving as a Management Consultant at Achtzig20, she leverages her extensive background in enhancing creativity and critical thinking. Since May 2023, she has been contributing her expertise to various initiatives in the Greater Salzburg area.

Seda is also the Founder & Managing Partner of The Mindshift.Global, where since June 2019, she has been pivotal in turning innovation into inspiration. As a co-founder of The Mindshift, she advises on creative technologies and leadership, impacting significant transformations across industries. In addition, she is the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of the Sonophilia Foundation, a role she has held since November 2020, fostering a global dialogue on creativity and innovation.

Her prior experience includes a four-year tenure as a Senior Advisor, Faculty Member, and Network Partner at Silicon Castles in Salzburg, Austria. Seda is a sought-after speaker and consultant for DAX-listed companies, a Salzburg Global Seminar Fellow, and an angel investor in startups, making substantial contributions to the fields of creative innovation and technology leadership.