< back How to Stay Human in the Age of AI Where will be the value of humans in the workplace of the future? More detailed information As AI increasingly replaces humans due to cost efficiency, and the lack of meaning at work impacts well-being and productivity, striking a balance between technology and humanity becomes crucial for organizational prosperity. The shift away from Cartesian-Newtonian paradigms necessitates a reevaluation of how we integrate technology while preserving our humanity. With AI capable of reprogramming genes and rising rates of burnout and depression, it's imperative to reintroduce human elements into enterprises and organizations. How do we retain our humanity while embracing living systems AI? How can we align leadership, business, and innovation with sustainable practices that benefit our lives, planet, and future generations? Visionary, compassionate leadership is essential, recognizing both the evolution of technology and our intrinsic human capabilities. Designing systems prioritizing sustainability and embracing principles of symbiosis, diversity, and regeneration is paramount. The entire organizational ecosystem, including shareholders, leaders, and employees, plays a crucial role in shaping a prosperous future of work. Rudy offers a unique perspective, blending expertise and real-world examples to guide audiences in transforming their thinking and actions. Tailored presentations and executive workshops can be booked including tools such as Socratic Dialogue and Energy Balance Workshops to co-create the future of organizations. Book Rudy now for an engaging session that ignites your team's potential, fostering creativity and trust as you navigate the complexities of the future with insight and innovation. Request a quote Submit About Rudy’s mission is to create talks, workshops, learning programs and experiences, to facilitate innovation and transformation in the fields of leadership and company culture, ethical technology, and regenerative economics. His work puts the focus on responsible, compassionate, and courageous leadership to address today’s complex societal and business challenges, based on personal development, purposeful action, and the community / collective, in service to life, and for all generations to come. He uses art, technology, music, meditation, ancient cultural wisdom, and personal transformation techniques to raise consciousness and guide people to become the best version of themselves leaving centuries-old patriarchal and ego-centred thinking behind. Rudy graduated from Singularity University in 2011, the Socratic Design Academy in 2016, and the Bio-Leadership Project in 2023. Through these diverse learning programs and keeping an endless curiosity in human development, he has gathered rare and unique sentience to understand the future from the past and mould a unique essential vision to lead today. His unparalleled experience, knowledge, and insight propels you to stay ahead of the curve. His book “Shift 2020 – How Technology Will Impact Our Future”, released early in 2014, includes visionary and impactful predictions from some of the world’s leading technology experts and presents still today a rare prescience in a notoriously unpredictable landscape. He has helped diverse global brands such as ABN AMRO, Adobe, Baloise, Bayer, Boston Consulting Group, BMW, Cap Gemini, Coca-Cola, FedEx, Fujitsu, Google, IBM, Intel, Intesa Sanpaolo, Investcorp, KPMG, Louis Vuitton, Mastercard, Microsoft, NEC, Orange, PayPal, Pfizer, Royal Bank of Canada, Samsung, Telefonica, Vodafone and World Bank. Rudy de Waele Keynote speaker inspiring leaders with innovative and collaborative learning methods and tools to transform your leadership and teams.

< back Leading with Curiosity For People Managers More detailed information The shadow a manager casts on the team is one of the biggest drivers of productivity, engagement, and the feeling of well-being of the team. Those managers who do this well, uplift the team. Those who don't stifle it. The key to effective task management and people leadership is curiosity. Curious leaders are good at operationalizing the present as well as securing the future. They create psychological safety for the team to thrive. Curious leaders represent a high level of cognitive, empathic, and self-reflective curiosity. They are curious about the world around them, the people they work with, and their own internal conscious and unconscious drivers. They go out of their way to engage with their team, also in times of stress. They stretch their teams to excel in the present and embrace the future. In this interactive session, we explore what we know about curiosity, why it is important for leaders, professionals, and teams, what the barriers are and what leaders can do to get better at intentional curiosity for themselves and the people in their care. Request a quote Submit About Stefaan van Hooydonk is the founder of the Global Curiosity Institute and the author of the bestselling book "The Workplace Curiosity Manifesto." He initially worked in investment consulting and established executive education at the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in China. Van Hooydonk has held executive roles as Chief Learning Officer in Fortune 200 companies such as Nokia, Royal Philips, Cognizant, Saudi Aramco, Agfa, and Flipkart. He has lived and worked in Belgium, France, Hong Kong, China, Finland, the Netherlands, India, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. His most recent position was as Chief Learning Officer for Cognizant, where he oversaw learning and development for over 300,000 associates worldwide. Stefaan van Hooydonk focuses his research on workplace curiosity within companies. He asserts that curious individuals require stimulating environments to thrive, especially during times of uncertainty when intentional curiosity becomes crucial. Utilizing diagnostics he has developed, he generates insights into what drives and impedes individuals and organizations from embracing curiosity. He provides consultation to global corporations and leadership teams to enhance their curiosity quotient, advocating for the cultivation of a robust curiosity mindset. Van Hooydonk is a sought-after speaker globally, discussing the transformative power of curiosity for professionals, leaders, teams, and organizations. Stefaan van Hooydonk I am the 'curiosity guy'. I make leaders curious about the power of curiosity at work and all its wonderful benefits.

< back How to ruin your reputation in a split second? Avoid these commonly made mistakes that ruin your professional opportunities. More detailed information Warren Buffet once said: "It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.” Reputational damage doesn't just come from major mistakes or scandals that make headlines in the news. Because what is reputation? Your reputation is what others think of you. It’s the image they get from you. It’s how you present yourself. And this is based on 3 pillars: How you act (gravitas) How you speak (communication) How you look (appearance) In today’s era of social media, it no longer takes 5 minutes, as Warren Buffett said years ago before social media was even around, but today it sometimes only takes 5 seconds before you commit the blunder of your life. In this keynote, Véronique discusses the most common mistakes that can damage your reputation to such an extent that you’re no longer even eligible for a certain project, job or you simply won’t find the right people for your company anymore. Request a quote Submit About Véronique De Prycker is driven by her belief that the economy, health, and education are the three main pillars and driving forces behind a prosperous society. As an experienced keynote speaker, certified trainer, and mentor, it’s her passion to help professionals and B2B companies in achieving their professional & personal success and obtain mastery over their life. Especially the differences between men and women are a great passion of hers. In the workplace, this translates into questions like … Why is it that women in general still have a hard time climbing the Corporate ladder? Why women don't seem to stand up for themselves enough yet? Why is there still a huge gap between men and women? …. These are questions she answers in her keynotes and workshops and she gives women practical advice they can apply immediately. Véronique's career spans more than 25 years of international experience, with previous years as a Financial Manager and CPA at Dredging International (DEME) and Deloitte, where she was a confidant of over 200 CEOs and helped over 300 companies and organizations in many different industries. This expertise in the day-to-day challenges of corporate life combined with her unique strategic and handson knowledge gives her an unusual and visionary approach to what effectively works in today's businesses. Véronique also strongly believes in giving back to society; she's (been) a volunteer in various organizations such as the Red Cross, Cliniclowns, Stop Colon Cancer, and different network organizations. She possesses the ability to translate theoretical models, methodologies, and strategies into practically applicable methods that have an immediate effect on daily results. People who work with Véronique not only immediately know what to do and how to apply new tools, tactics, or strategies, but they are also inspired by her positive and vibrant personality. Véronique De Prycker Helping B2B companies to close the gap between men & women and enhance the performance and impact of women through better leadership, communication, and networking

< back Climate friendly eating Can fruits and vegetables save the world? More detailed information 27 years... This is the time we have left before we lack the capacity of feeding everyone, if the food system does not change. A climate-friendly diet should include fruits and vegetables, but it's also crucial to have a holistic approach to eating sustainably. This involves reducing food waste, promoting regional and organic food systems, and taking into account how our food choices affect the environment as a whole. We will talk about: lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduced land and water usage, biodiversity preservation, health benefits, innovation from cultivation to consumption. Request a quote Submit About Dr. Ngomsik holds a PhD in physical and analytical chemistry and is a seasoned strategist specializing in climate change and corporate social responsibility. As the CEO and co-founder of Trianon Scientific Communication, a management consulting firm, Dr. Ngomsik leads efforts to assist businesses with the highest CO2 emissions in harmonizing sustainability with profitability. Over the past two decades, she has collaborated closely with board members and executives to promote awareness, embed CSR principles into business strategies, implement sustainable practices, provide training for decision-makers, and explore innovative green solutions. Dr. Ngomsik firmly advocates for addressing the interconnected pillars of people, planet, and profit to effectively tackle today's sustainability challenges. Recognizing the value of diverse leadership and inclusive environments, Dr. Ngomsik emphasizes their role in driving innovation, problem-solving capabilities, revenue growth, and reducing organizational CO2 emissions. She integrates these principles into her consultancy work, viewing corporate environmental and social sustainability as catalysts for enhanced profitability. Dr. Ngomsik's expertise extends beyond devising strategies for emissions reduction; she actively promotes increased diversity among decision-makers within organizations, both in inherent traits and acquired perspectives. Her engaging keynote speeches are renowned for simplifying complex concepts into relatable anecdotes, fostering inclusive and enjoyable interactions with her audience, and bridging the crucial connection between People, Planet, and Profit (3P). With her unique blend of expertise, communication prowess, and commitment to holistic sustainability, Dr. Ngomsik continues to be a sought-after speaker and consultant, driving positive change and impactful strategies across industries. Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik TEDx speaker, named “most inspiring women in sustainability”, Audrey-Flore uses science to positively influence businesses to take actions to solve climate change challenges.

< back Choose Positive 2.0 - the missing link of AI The human being in the ever changing environment of AI More detailed information AI technology improves business performance and productivity by automating processes or tasks that previously required human effort. In addition, AI makes it possible to interpret data on a scale that no human could ever handle. That ability can bring significant benefits to a business. Yet there are pitfalls that can stand in the way of successful implementation. After all, AI evokes an aversion because it can feel as if humans are being replaced. Cultivating a positive team spirit in which the AI ecosystem receives full support is therefore particularly useful. This lecture calls for approaching AI open minded and with confidence, and for daring to embark on the change journey together. Choosing positively in terms of your thoughts, your words and your attitude to life is crucial to success. Book this keynote full of tips and tricks so that you can do it too! Request a quote Submit About Isabelle Gonnissen is the driving force behind the successful campaigns of '30 Days Without Complaining' which have inspired over 2 million Belgians. In the last edition, a complaint barometer was launched. Thanks to its success, it provides 7 socially relevant insights that can contribute to less complaining and more productivity in the workplace. Isabelle is a lady with a mission: to inspire as many people as possible to complain less and to adopt a positive mindset! Why should you choose a positive mindset? A positive mindset allows you to face challenges and obstacles with an optimistic and solution-oriented attitude, attract positive opportunities and experience more happiness and fulfillment. Let a sparkling keynote motivate you to complain less, live more consciously and positively so you can be in your power and be happier. Isabelle is also the author of the book 'Choose Positive' and 'Choose Consciously'. She is a bio-engineer and works as sales director at Solvay/Syensqo. Isabelle Gonnissen Sales Director and the driving force behind the successful campaigns '30 days without complaining' and 'Complaint-free coffee'

< back Recognizing & reversing burnout What every leader should know about burn out within their team to help prevent it More detailed information In this session, you will learn: What Burnout Is & How It Impacts Your Business The Top 5 Reasons For Employee Burnout What Employee Burnout Looks Like Recognizing The Symptoms of Employee Burnout Employee Burnout Prevention Strategies Employee Burnout Recovery Solutions Request a quote Submit About After having healed himself from a severe burnout while in medical school, Dr. Mahdi realized the significant impact that thoughts, emotions, environments, work, and relationships have on the physical health and overall wellbeing of a person. Based on the premise that health is a holistic affair, he created The ỌKAN Journey, a comprehensive healing system for high performing professionals who overextended themselves and are on the verge of a burnout. Dr. Mahdi holds an ND in naturopathic medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and is certified as a Transformational Life Coach (CTC). Over the course of his career as a physician, lecturer, professor, and spiritual mentor, Dr. Mahdi has educated thousands of people on how to integrate the principles of the 7 Domains of Life Mastery and live a healthy, fulfilling, meaningful life. Mahdi Brown Founder of the ỌKAN Journey, the Premium Anti-Burnout System designed for High-Performing Professionals to create an exceptional life beyond work

Kathleen Van den Berghe Passionate entrepreneur in the wine and tourism industry To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Trainer, Consultant, Workshops Dutch, French, English Wine industry, Sustainability, Wine tasting, Values and Leadership, Wine education Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Kathleen is an entrepreneur in the wine and tourism industry since 2010, as well as an investor in business ventures. Prior to that, she worked as a construction engineer and later as a strategy consultant for 10 years, providing her with diverse roles and experiences within companies across various countries. Alongside her professional endeavors, Kathleen is a devoted wife and mother, successfully balancing her personal and career goals while nurturing her wonderful family. This broad range of roles and experiences has equipped Kathleen with great comfort in addressing diverse audiences, allowing her to easily relate and adapt to different contexts. She possesses a deep passion for continuous learning and personal growth, as well as a genuine desire to assist others through sharing lessons learned, offering advice, and providing inspiration. Furthermore, Kathleen's love for good wines and enjoyable moments further enhances her ability to connect with people. Kathleen's expertise extends to transforming two wine estates into high-end wine production and tourism ventures, providing her with extensive knowledge of the wine industry. This enables her to host engaging wine tastings on various topics, whether for leisure or educational purposes. Additionally, Kathleen is capable of organizing official wine courses, offering valuable opportunities for individuals seeking to expand their wine knowledge. Topics Specials Wine with a story tastes better Lees verder Navigating the Red Ocean: Lessons from 14 Years in Wine Entrepreneurship 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

< back Building Bridges: Mastery in Intercultural and Intergenerational Communication Navigating the Tapestry of Diversity in Modern Business More detailed information This keynote sheds light on the significance of both intercultural and intergenerational communication in the modern business landscape. Participants will explore how cultural and generational differences influence business communication and learn practical strategies to address these challenges, crucial for success in an increasingly diverse work environment. Delving into the complexity of communicating across cultural and generational boundaries, this keynote emphasizes the importance of understanding different communication styles, not only from a cultural perspective but also from a generational standpoint. Participants will gain insights into the unique characteristics and preferences of various generations in the workplace, from baby boomers to Generation Z, and how these factors impact interaction and collaboration. Najima also provides guidance on handling generation-specific challenges in feedback, leadership, trust, and time management. Through this layered approach, participants will develop a holistic understanding of effective communication in a diverse corporate landscape. Request a quote Submit About Najima El Kasmi, founder of Almuruna, is a seasoned leader advocating for resilience, inclusivity, and people-centered approaches within organizations. With over two decades of experience, Najima has become a visionary in driving organizational development and empowering individuals. Najima's innovative methodologies, rooted in authentic communication and experiential learning, aim to optimize organizational performance and foster a safe, inclusive culture. Her unique approach in professional development initiatives generates lasting impacts on both personal and professional levels. About Almuruna 'Almuruna,' Arabic for flexibility and resilience, guides Najima's team in helping businesses discover and strengthen organizational resilience. Resilient organizations, in Almuruna's vision, are agile and future-proof, with a focus on inclusivity. The team at Almuruna recognizes the uniqueness of each individual, team, or organization, delivering customized organizational development to promote growth. Expertise in Training, Workshops, and Keynotes Najima is an expert speaker on various topics, including psychological safety, authentic communication, diversity and inclusion, and people-centered leadership. Her sessions reflect her ability to make complex topics accessible and relevant to a broad audience. Publications and Awards Najima's contributions to publications and projects, including receiving the Piet Cleemput Prize in 2006, showcase her dedication to impactful research. Her research on resilience enhancement, titled "Strong Mothers, Strong Children," has been published in The Journal of Social Intervention (2020). Najima El Kasmi Champion of leadership, flexibility, and forward-thinking within organizations, always with a deep core focus on resilience, connection, inclusivity, and people-centered leadership.

< back Working with people: Watermael Bosvoorde and Sonian Forest Walk for (HR) professionals and team leaders More detailed information HR is essential for the well-functioning of an organization and this walk is full of stories about collaboration. We start at the Hippodrome of Boitsfort and dive into the world of jockeys, grooms and beau monde. How trees and animals compete with each other but also support each other, why ancestor Ernest is still in the spotlight today for the development of Solvay into a mastodon and his brother Alfred is not. And we literally follow in the footsteps of Leopold II, a man with a somewhat unusual HR vision. Practical: distance 9 km, duration 3h30 (possibility to adapt duration and distance) Request a quote Submit About To book Jan as a speaker is offering your team a cheerful moment in nature, incredible stories and time for each other. On his beautiful walks through the Sonian Forest, castle domains and Brussels, he gives his audience a relaxing and enjoyable moment while inspiring with his compelling stories. Jan is a master storyteller who takes you to different worlds, alternating stories about nature (from the baby skin of the beech to the crazy ant) with life stories (from entrepreneurs to painters and horse jockeys) and striking facts about the places we pass. Jan invites you to stand back in the world with wonder and to look at it. His strength is to connect people and tailor his stories to the participants – whether they are managers, HR or construction workers. Jan’s track record is rich. He started his career as the right-hand man of a party chairman, he then was a journalist for many years for newspapers such as De Tijd, De Standaard and television (Panorama - VRT), where he won the Dexia Press Prize for the best journalistic work. In 2011, he became an entrepreneur and founded the speaker agency Read My Lips. In 2019, he sold Read My Lips and after a sabbatical he started offering his walking keynotes in 2021. Jan Puype Entrepreneur and not a typical keynote speaker. He takes you on a walk and tells inspiring stories about people and nature.

< back Engage, Connect, Inspire your teams a Roadmap for Leaders More detailed information We are suffering from a crisis of burnout, attrition, and shortage of personnel across all sectors. How did we get here? Our current state of disengagement did not appear overnight, nor was it caused by the pandemic. This condition has been building for years; the pandemic revealed the truth about our toxic working environments. What’s the way forward? How do we inspire, inform and connect a working community, build a culture of trust and motivation to keep people onboard and rowing together? Topics being covered: Radical Listening: broaden the data collection, make communication about a conversation. Set up a culture of delivery and listening channels Workload Reduction: the key to lowering stress is not yoga classes or mindfulness workshops but actively removing tasks off our plates. Flow: how our digital environments are destroying our concentration, control and productivity and how to build it in so it’s a sustainable workflow. Fun: real, not “forced fun”; how to get the balance right, weave gamification into repetitive processes. Purpose: leveraging diversity to become a purpose-driven organization. Reboot internal comms to drive the “why” to support everything you do, and then repeat. This is a fun-based, highly visual presentation that offers a road map for leaders and HR professionals of any organization, at any level help build a more engaged and inspired community. 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.

< back Leading in times of change Workshop More detailed information We live in turbulent times where changes follow one another faster and faster. This has a huge impact on you as a leader as well. How can you deal with this? What is your role towards your team? What can you do best in order to keep your employees engaged? During this workshop we want to guide you through the change curve of Kubler Ross. Additionally we offer concrete tips on how to deal with all kinds of emotions that appear during changes. We facilitate an exercise which you can do within your team afterwards. Additionally we offer tools in order to help you set up better conversations with your team members individually. And finally we facilitate a moment of reflection with your colleagues leaders. All in order to offer you pragmatic insights on how you as a leader can maximize the willingness for change in your team. 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.

< back Care for your People A prerequisite to attract and retain talent More detailed information Taking better care of your people is the 1st step in the CARE Principles strategic framework of Isabel Verstraete. Human Resources needs an update as people demands have moved on, and the war on talent is fierce. Topics of this keynote include: How can the CARE Principles help you to find and retain people today. How can you get a connected and engaged workforce in these hybrid working times. Prepare yourself for the current and next generations of employee needs. How culture and values are leading strategic tools in the war on talent. This keynote gets you introduced and inspired by the CARE strategic framework to accelerate your human resources strategy. #esg #companyculture #purpose #employerbranding #humanresources #impact Request a quote Submit About As an international keynote speaker, author and seasoned brand consultant, Isabel helps companies pivot toward a caring, sustainable, and impactful business strategy. The CARE strategic framework helps organizations transform with CARE, an acronym that stands for collaboration, agility, reliability, and empathy. Verstraete gives guest lectures with the CARE Principles at reputed universities such as Vlerick, Nyenrode, TU Delft or VU University in Amsterdam. Isabel researched during the pandemic how certain companies deal better with a crisis and discovered there is a pattern behind their success. She wrote a book about it called: ‘Does your brand care? Building a better world with the C A R E Principles.’ The C A R E Principles urges companies to place CARE for people and the planet at the core of the business strategy. Applying the CARE Principles starts internally by taking better CARE of your employees. The strategic model extends to clients, stakeholders, and CARE for the planet and taps into the ESG strategies. Isabel Verstraete Speaker, workshops, brand strategy expert, and author