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  • keynote How to conduct a motivating and non-irritating (performance) conversation?

    < back How to conduct a motivating and non-irritating (performance) conversation? Make it meaningful! More detailed information -- also available in workshop format -- Certainly not an easy task, the annual performance conversation. Few of us look forward to it. And yet, it still remains on most of our agendas. How can we ensure that this conversation is meaningful and goes well? That you obtain the desired information and can express what you need to say in a connecting manner. So that your people can grow and their high-quality motivation increases! But such a conversation is more than just speaking. It's also important that you receive the information you need. How do you create a safe space for such a conversation? How do you listen? How do you hear everything that is being said? In this keynote, you will receive concrete and practical tips, and you will practice directly! And as with all my keynotes, the foundation here is solid science. No fluffy story! Request a quote Submit About Hermina Van Coillie, Ph.D. in Psychology, is an esteemed motivation expert, keynote speaker, lecturer in various HRM postgraduate courses, author, senior consultant, and business manager at Flourish. In April 2021, she debuted her first book, co-authored with Prof. Dr. Anja van den Broeck, titled "Motivating Without Control: Getting Started with Self-Determination Theory in the Workplace!" published by Die Keure. Renowned for her captivating presentations, Hermina is in high demand, delivering keynotes, inspiration sessions, masterclasses, workshops, and training sessions to diverse audiences, including business leaders, HR directors, managers, executives, prevention advisors, and coaching teams. Her unique approach brings to life the profound insights of self-determination theory, offering practical applications not only in the workplace but also in personal and recreational settings. With her charismatic presence, authenticity, and expertise, Hermina engages her audience, delivering new and practical insights grounded in years of dedicated research. Eschewing excessive theories, she empowers individuals by unveiling the innate motivations within them. Her interactive sessions, filled with thought-provoking questions, humorous anecdotes, and relatable situations, resonate with audiences across various backgrounds, leaving them with actionable insights ready for immediate implementation. Hermina's expertise extends beyond mere motivation, encompassing a wide array of HR themes such as burnout, well-being, leadership, remote and flexible working, performance management, work-life balance, and more. Through her presentations, she illustrates how high-quality motivation serves as a catalyst for peak performance and personal flourishing, ultimately transforming individuals into high performers across all facets of life. Hermina Van Coillie Hermina Van Coillie, Dr. in psychology, is a motivation expert, keynote speaker, lecturer in several HRM postgraduate courses, author, senior consultant and business manager at Flourish

  • keynote What you can learn from a plane crash?

    < back What you can learn from a plane crash? Safety at work More detailed information In a keynote of about an hour and a half, Rik tells how he ran into turbulence with his sports plane in July 2022. The eventual crash was inevitable but following checklists ensured that at no point was Rik panicked. This experience made him think afterwards about mistakes and risks. How they also occur and can be avoided at work. How do employees react in unexpected situations ? Is there a plan B? Are checklists used? How do you react as a manager when your team finds itself in an unforeseen situation? During his presentation, Rik compares a number of crucial moments during the crash with situations in business or on the shop floor. Afterwards, the participants can brainstorm further in small groups and thus improve their working methods. Some golden rules of preventive action checklists are indispensable and are ALWAYS and COMPLETELY carried out by EVERYONE communication misunderstandings are the most common predictor of accidents the 3 magic words are: teamwork, trust and a culture of openness ego is the biggest killer Some quotes covered in the keynote "having instructions repeated mandatorily is the only way to avoid misunderstandings" "hubris is the biggest killer, it's all about YOU" "a culture of 'laissez faire, laissez passer' kills people" "failing employees like to hide behind failing systems" Request a quote Submit About After a long career in the pharma industry, Rik decided to use his experience and knowledge to help others grow. With a captivating style and humor, he combines theoretical models and practical examples to provide new insights and learning points. In 2010 he started MoonsManagement to help others learn more about leadership, sales and communication. After writing 2 books on these topics, he decided to concentrate on keynotes. Both books are available in Dutch and French. Rik Moons Expert in communication, leadership and sales, author of 2 books

  • keynote speaker Henri Cnops

    Henri Cnops Executive Mentor. Passionate Keynote Speaker with humor. Combines rational thinking with deep human behaviour knowledge. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Trainer, Workshops, Coach French, Dutch, English Trust, Leadership, Team Dynamics Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Henri Cnops is an entrepreneur with experience at the executive and board level within the IT and new-media sector, from Hardware to Software, Offline to Online, Technique to Human Resources. Henri has been performing in general management positions with international responsibilities (e.g. 10 years at Apple). He has been in the driver seat of start-up, take-over and external financing for several companies. Henri has been instrumental in integrating different cultures and leading change. Human Capital Management and the way people evolve has always been his focus point and passion. He holds a Master in Computer Science from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), an MBA from the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), is certified in NeuroScience (INM Brussels), and a certified coach by the Leading and Coaching Academy (LCA) and the International Coach Federation. Topics People Skills The 6 dimensions to measure and build TRUST Lees verder Because trust makes or breaks teams More Testimonials Sessions Pictures you can use to promote your event Get a quote Request a Quote Keynote of my preference submit Pictures Quot Anchor 3

  • keynote How to Be(come) a Customer-centric Leader?

    < back How to Be(come) a Customer-centric Leader? The true meaning of customer-centric leadership More detailed information Customer-centric leadership sounds nice in theory. But no one seems to be clear on what it really means. At best, this means that leaders need to improvise. At worst, they fail the business. In this online inspiration session, Alain challenges managers and executives to explore the true meaning of customer-centric leadership. Not in theory, but in practice. So inspect clear suggestions on ‘inspiring teams’, ‘demonstrating personal commitment’ and ‘helping your people do what is right’ for the customer and the bottom line of the company. Optionally, the more traditional keynote format, can be expanded with: • a live assessment of company’s customer-centric leadership behaviours, • bespoke introductory videos that are linked to the company strategy • (online) ‘sparring sessions’ with practical leadership tips & guidance • individual coaching for leaders who want to raise their game Request a quote Submit About Alain Thys is a renowned customer-centricity veteran with over 30 years of experience helping large, complex organizations differentiate and thrive. His no-nonsense approach to customer-centricity has enriched the lives of over half a billion customers and 350,000 employees across 100+ countries, creating hundreds of millions in value, and even more smiles. As a hands-on advisor to international leadership teams, Alain’s keynotes and workshops offer bespoke insights and practical strategies that inspire, challenge, and deliver actionable results. His expertise in areas such as customer experience, differentiation, and competitive markets has made him a valued sparring partner for businesses seeking a unique edge in today's crowded marketplace. Get in touch with us to discuss how Alain can inspire and challenge your leadership team to build an edge in a crowded marketplace. Alain Thys Unlock the secrets to profit and differentiation with one of Europe’s top customer-centricity veterans

  • keynote speaker Johan Terryn

    Johan Terryn Media content creator & Soulpreneur, Speaker & Author on matters of the soul, creativity and positive thinking To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Moderator, Coach, Workshops, Host English, Dutch Positive Thinking, Creative Thinking, Regret, Reframing, Throughfeel Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Johan Terryn studied Language and Literature (UAntwerp) and Communication Science (UGent). He soon embarked on a career in media. Both in radio and TV, in public and commercial broadcasting. Johan discovered all genres there. From light entertainment to better documentary work. He wrote screenplays, did final editing, acted, presented and directed. Yet he remained hungry to grow substantively. He did this by following a professional coaching course. And to delve into NLP and Systemic work. As a Professional Certified Coach, he has been coaching TV stars and business leaders since 2017. Since 2020, he has been telling stories to better connect people with themselves and with each other. He conducted a major narrative study on 'mourning' in the podcast "Het uur blauw". That resulted in a book and a theater performance. He has a project about 'regret' with "Tot onze grote spijt" that includes a podcast, a book and a performance. He also writes columns for Radio 1 and hosts the podcast "Seks verandert alles" with Rika Ponnet. Topics Resilience & Well-being How to stay positive in times of trouble? Reframe and Feel through. Lees verder Being positive is not a mindset you can just turn on. You need to practise in thoughts and feelings. More Motivation & Ownership The power of regret as a compass for the future Lees verder How do you use regret as a feedback instrument to make better decisions in the future? More Testimonials Sessions Pictures you can use to promote your event Get a quote Request a Quote Keynote of my preference submit Pictures Quot Anchor 3

  • keynote Wild foraging: local power foods

    < back Wild foraging: local power foods Teambuilding that nurishes the stomach and soul More detailed information In this workshop, we immerse ourselves in nature. Increasingly, studies highlight the positive effects of greenery on our health. Nature not only reduces stress but also decreases the likelihood of illness. Apart from that, our natural environment has another surprise in store: wild edible plants. These are plants that grow in the wild and haven't been cultivated. As a result, they are packed with vitamins and minerals. During a guided walk, we search for these power plants, learning interesting facts about our natural surroundings along the way. Finally, we incorporate them into a dish (herb-infused salt, appetizers, etc.) in a lively and engaging manner. Request a quote Submit About Saartje Vandendriessche earned her stripes in the media. For 17 years, she worked for VRT and created several adventurous programs. Consider "Op de man af," "Saar in het bos," and "Beweeg in uw kot," programs in which Saartje stepped out of her comfort zone and faced fascinating challenges. Today, her mission is to inspire as many people as possible to live life with more energy. Through keynotes, teambuilding activities, and energy boost camps (2-day mini-retreats), she raises participants' energy levels in all areas (via food, exercise, sleep, and especially mindset). She demonstrates the path to a healthy lifestyle full of energy. As always, she does this in her own stubborn, energetic way, with the necessary dose of humor. Saartje Vandendriessche Saartje makes sure everyone goes home with an energy boost

  • keynote Tap into your resilience with Spanish Flamenco

    < back Tap into your resilience with Spanish Flamenco Exciting Spanish music style as powerful elixir of life More detailed information Captivated by the glowing energy of Spanish flamenco, Luna resolutely turns her past of grief and loss into a path of life in which joy and passion are central. For Luna, the meaning of life is the meaning in life, and flamenco song and dance prove to be pre-eminently suitable to experience this joy in an intense way. An (inter)active inspiration session by Luna goes off the beaten track and aims to make participants feel what they may already know but have not felt for a long time. Who are you as an individual? Where do you want to go and why? What gets your blood flowing? In her lectures and workshops, Luna challenges to reflect on what inspires each person, from an invitation to get moving and (re)take control of their own life. Luna's lectures, workshops and inspiration sessions can also be booked with live accompaniment by a flamenco guitarist, which makes her penetrating message even more tangible. The impact of Luna's singing and performance, together with the live guitar playing, add a powerful deeper layer to the experience of spectators/participants. Request a quote Submit About Luna Zegers is the only non-Spaniard in the world with a cum laude conservatory degree in flamenco singing under her belt: a unique achievement. She also graduated summa cum laude in jazz singing from the Conservatory of Amsterdam. At a young age, she lost both her parents and only sister. After tough years, marked by grief and a search for meaning, she develops a strong will to survive and a zest for life. She becomes the first musician to major in both jazz singing and flamenco singing, studies with only Spaniards at the prestigious ESMUC conservatory in Barcelona, and writes all the music and lyrics for her graduation performance. She is also writing the book "SOLO," about her grieving processes and her experiences as an outsider in the exciting world of Spanish flamenco. The power of Luna's oeuvre shows itself in the various creative forms in which she transforms her troubles: moving music, fascinating stories and a meaningful book, with which she expresses her grief and the processing thereof. Luna Zegers Singer-composer, author and energetic speaker on loss, resilience, zest for life and inspiration

  • keynote The AI-Human Co-Creation Workflow

    < back The AI-Human Co-Creation Workflow Understanding AI and augmenting the Human for non-technical professional teams More detailed information AI is set to transform our working lives, challenging us to re-think how we perform as professionals and connect with our stakeholders. It will fundamentally change our most creative processes and how we interact with our teams, our employees and stakeholders. Becoming a future-ready AI professional will require two major focus areas: attaining a greater understanding of the tools and what tasks will be separated out to the bot and what will remain in the Human domain. The next step is setting the stage for a successful and sustainable model of AI-Human Co-Creation. PART I: AI Bootcamp What’s a Mixture of Experts? A Parameter, a Weight, a DAWN, or Running Inference? We begin by explaining Machine Learning using simple, understandable language. What AI is and how it works, what tools do what, what are the risks and opportunities, how it fits into your workflow, and where all this might be heading. PART II: Human Skills Upgrade What kinds of skills will we need in the years ahead to be the best kind of AI-Human co-creator? Simple; the kinds that the AI can’t replicate. Learn to lean into your Human skills of empathy, listening, humor, improvisation and creativity, whether you are re-building your team, upskilling for a new role or becoming more effective in your field. Request a quote Submit About Speaker, author, trainer and coach, Fiona is a specialist of the Human at Work, leadership and the integration of AI into our working lives. She focuses on positive culture and engagement for large multinationals. Fiona is the author of the Comic Books for Executive Series and produces a regular podcast and video series called “Working Humans”. Her latest book, “The Handbook for Post-Covid Engagement” won at the UK Business Book Awards and received a Goody Award for thought leadership. Her new book is entitled “AI Powered”, due for release this year. Fiona spent many years in the corporate space in HR, in the area of internal communications and employee engagement. She has been Creative Lead, Senior Visual Communicator, Innovation Advisor, Explainer and Storyteller for some of the largest multinationals in Europe, in Vienna, London, Budapest, Brussels and Amsterdam. In 2020 she achieved a master’s in business management and AI concentration. Today, Fiona is a highly effective visual storytelling and stand-up comedian in training. She weaves solid, serious, research-driven advice with laughter and fun, guides for improving our working lives at any organization. Fiona Passantino Speaker, author, podcaster, thought leader. Expert on the Human-AI connection: engagement, communication, culture and AI integration.

  • keynote Personal Leadership as organizational culture

    < back Personal Leadership as organizational culture The advantages of investing in personal leadership as organiszational culture More detailed information Making personal leadership part of your organizational culture brings many advantages. It combines increased solution and results orientation with improved employee engagement and job satisfaction. In this session Frans explains what personal leadership is about and how you may engrain it in your organization. Fostering personal leadership doesn’t involve complex methodologies or elaborate procedures, it is made out of small day-to-day habits. Together we explore how personal leadership may benefit your organization. Request a quote Submit About Frans specializes in guiding executive teams and collaborating with HR partners in the realms of leadership, talent management, and organizational change. Drawing from his extensive professional background at renowned companies such as IBM, Siemens, PwC, and Johnson & Johnson, he now serves as an independent executive coach and talent strategy advisor for Randstad RiseSmart. Frans also contributes his expertise as an executive coach at Vlerick Business School, where he helps current and emerging leaders unlock their full potential. In addition to his coaching roles, Frans is a sought-after guest speaker at institutions like Antwerp Management School and Artevelde Hogeschool, where he shares his enthusiasm for personal leadership and strives to inspire individuals to achieve their best selves. Through these engagements, Frans collaborates with a diverse range of national and international clients across both private and public sectors. His multifaceted experiences allow him to offer valuable insights and practical strategies tailored to the unique needs of each organization and individual leader, fostering growth, resilience, and success in today's dynamic business environment. Frans van de Ven Passionate personal leadership promoter, empowering executive - team - coach, trusted talent strategy adviser

  • keynote speaker Yoav Nir

    Yoav Nir Co-inventor of ClickShare®, Virtual and Augmented Reality pioneer and author of the book Game-changing Innovation To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Trainer, Workshops Dutch, English, French, Hebrew Intrapreneurship, Start-up, Scale-up, Problem Solution Fit, Product Market Fit, Innovation ▶️ Watch Yoav's TEDx talk. Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Creative entrepreneur Yoav has an outstanding track record as the inventor of ClickShare and a pioneer in Virtual Reality. He excels at crafting and executing innovative and strategic visions for products and market strategies. Public speaking is his preferred method for sharing his extensive knowledge and over 20 years of experience. Yoav aims to entertain, motivate, and inspire audiences, infusing his talks with his unique brand of dry humor. Drawing from his gut and personal experiences, he covers the full spectrum from theory to reality to best practices. Specializing in topics such as game-changing innovation, creativity, intrapreneurship, and navigating uncertainty with perseverance, Yoav captivates audiences with his insights. Topics Innovation The Corporate Unicorn Lees verder ​ More Marketing From idea to product-market fit Lees verder Testimonial of a Corporate Entrepreneur More Innovation Busting the myths of innovation Lees verder Yoav inspires with his humor, chotspe and savoir-faire. The audience can immediately take their Innovation insights and learning with confidence into practice. More Yoav’s inspiring presentation on our CEO-seminar in March 2018 - clear, transparent and illustrated with a lot of examples from the insurance industry - was particularly complementary with the concrete cases of innovating solutions presented by Insurtechs and was very much appreciated by the CEOs of the insurance companies that are members of Assuralia. Assuralia Gino Leroy, Director Thanks Yoav for the original insights on innovation and how to change the game. It was nice that you took the time to listen to our different startup companies and giving them tailor-made recommendations. I got a lot of positive feedback after the event! Start it @ KBC Kjell Clarysse, Community Manager Every two years Televic organizes the Televic Tech Day with the tagline: Technology meets Business, Business meets Technology. The largest group of attendees for this mostly internal event are our R&D departments (150+ engineers). As a technology-driven company we value innovation, however, we may not forget the business side and the value it creates for the customer. Yoav succeeded in engaging our audience and as a closing keynote concluded a great day. Not only bringing his own story but also relating to the other speakers and presentations we had during the day. His names and speech still pops up months after the event, so that definitely means he left his mark. Televic Bruno Van Den Bossche, CTO Testimonials Sessions Pictures you can use to promote your event Get a quote Request a Quote Keynote of my preference submit Pictures Quot Anchor 3

  • Keynotes on Business and strategy

    Business and strategy Without purpose no vision and without vision no strategy. What's the best approach to successfully grow your organization? < Back to all topics Thriving in the Age of the Virtual Economy Dado Van Peteghem Get ready to delight the new generation of customers 👩‍🎤 Read more The future of work and learning, Learning Ecosystems Katja Schipperheijn Workshop Read more Big Data and Customer Experience Maarten Vanhoof Tap into the potential of your data Read more The Meaningful Organisation Dado Van Peteghem Moving beyond profit Read more Timeliness is different from urgency Minke Tromp Timeliness is about making the right decisions at the right moment Read more Business & Brand Strategy Isabel Verstraete How do you do business while taking care of people and planet? Read more Leaving a Legacy Kaat Peeters Re-invent your strategies to boost your impact Read more Mastering the AI-Shock Jo Caudron A strategic view on Artificial Intelligence Read more Strategic Storytelling Barbara Rogoski Integrating Strategic Storytelling into Your Business Can Make a Difference Read more A disability-inclusive transition to a low carbon economy Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik Climate change is not diversity neutral. And when it comes to people with disabilities, they bear the brunt of climate change in ways that go beyond what others experience. Read more A trip along the yellow brick road of new organization models Bert Van Wassenhove A journey along a variety of alternative ways of working, managing and building businesses, from the network economy to sociocracy 3.0 Read more Wine with a story tastes better Kathleen Van den Berghe Navigating the Red Ocean: Lessons from 14 Years in Wine Entrepreneurship Read more Artificial Intelligence Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere Drivers for Success Read more Innovation Christophe Jauquet Innovate for what matters most to your customers² Read more The Guide to the Ecosystem Economy Rik Vera Unveiling the Blueprint for Sustainable Business Success Read more The impact of AI on the future of organisations and humanity Katja Schipperheijn AI is neither hype nor new! However, it is more urgent than ever to include in a future-proof strategy. Read more How to scale your business to your first million euro in revenues Véronique Bockstal Véronique talks about the three things you need in order to scale your business to your first million euro in revenues. She developed a methodology, called the 3M-roadmap with M standing for Mindset, Manpower ('mensen') and Means ('middelen'). Read more Building bridges across cultures Tamara Makoni How you can harness cultural diversity to fuel business growth Read more Transform while performing Olivier Van Duüren To sparkle in your transformation your need to - See what’s happening at the outside - Understand how to respond as a person and as a business - Find balance in performing (operational excellence) while transforming (innovation excellence) Read more Understand how to transform as a person and business Olivier Van Duüren Read more What is Startup to Scaleup lifecycle Olivier Van Duüren From Startup to Scalup – the startup-scalup life-cycle, value creation, value capture and value sustainability. Read more Find your ‘Ikigai’ through art Tom De Ruyck Acting on your values and realizing your purpose through art Read more Putting transforming while performing into action Olivier Van Duüren - Help you to Transform while Performing (Why) - Accelerate the co-creation and adoption of your Strategy and Culture (What) - Mix of Visualisation, Inspiration, Facilitation and Co-Creation (How) Read more Crossing Borders Cyriel Kortleven What can your organisation learn from other industries & other surprising sources? Read more From idea to product-market fit Yoav Nir Testimonial of a Corporate Entrepreneur Read more Leadership - deciding and letting go Rik Moons also during crisis situations Read more How can companies do well by doing good? Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik ​ Read more Regenerative sustainability Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik The new sustainable? Read more Introduction to the CARE Principles Isabel Verstraete How can you grow your business while enhancing a positive impact on people & planet? Read more Artification Erwin Van den Brande Organizations are seeking other, new, original and authentic ways to set up their marketing, boost their brand, foster innovation and initiate research. The arts and culture can help in many ways. Read more What can you learn from the top 20 Business Transformation of the past decade? Olivier Van Duüren ​ Read more Your business and you Renout van Hove AI: going above and beyond the hype Read more Setting up ecosystem strategies for sustainable growth Dado Van Peteghem The power of the network for enterprises Read more Precision in Practice Sofie Fransen Embracing surgical principles for business success Read more

  • keynote How to boost engagement through human relations?

    < back How to boost engagement through human relations? Experience moment More detailed information We are social beings. We want to belong. That is a fact. Being connected is even one of the key drivers for employee engagement. We’ve learned during covid that workplaces with a strong culture, companies that invested in relationships were better off. And yet there is so much growth potential in this era. Think about the relationship between employees and the broader company, with their leaders, with the colleagues and even with themselves. Julie creates an experience moment in which all participants will experience the power of human relations. Where you can eventually feel what this does to one another. Imagine what it could bring to you if you establish more such moments on your work floor? Finally Julie shares key take aways on how to establish stronger human relations on your workfloor. Request a quote Submit About Julie's mission is to systematically increase engagement in the workplace, emphasizing the concept of bringing more FLOW into work environments. Flow represents a state of mind where individuals are highly engaged, motivated, and focused. It involves being completely immersed in tasks, driven by a powerful energetic force. Studies indicate that we spend only about 5% of our time in flow states, a statistic Julie aims to change. This motivation led her to establish her company – Flowspire, which seeks to foster connections within organizations and inspire employees to achieve better results for themselves, their colleagues, and society as a whole. Enhanced wellbeing and engagement contribute to stronger brands, increased loyalty, greater creativity, agility, and ultimately better outcomes—a proven fact. Julie brings unique perspectives to this arena due to her diverse background as a commercial engineer and over 15 years of international business experience. She has developed expertise in areas such as employer branding, change management, cultural shifts, leadership, and facilitation, working with companies of varying sizes from small to medium enterprises to multinational corporations. In her role as an Employee Engagement Architect and Facilitator, Julie formulates comprehensive change plans and ignites transformative movements within organizations. Additionally, she serves as a lecturer at Thomas More University, teaching courses on HR Trends and Employee Engagement. Julie is widely recognized for her high energy, deep expertise, and is esteemed for her balanced approach that combines results-driven strategies with a genuine care for people. Julie Heyvaert Employee Engagement Architect. Julie’s mission is to drive for more human energy on the workfloor.

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