< back Stop Convincing How you help customers and consumers to adopt sustainable choices More detailed information Sustainability communication is failing. Governments and companies focus almost exclusively on why and not how. Those who really want to take stakeholders to a sustainable future must focus on how. In this keynote Wannes shows how 7 punishing tactics from marketing and behavioral economics can make all the difference. Request a quote Submit About As marketeers we influence the choices people make. In these times of massive pollution, climate destress and biodiversity loss this is a huge responsability. Every campaign we make is a statement for the society we choose. One with plastic waste and animal suffering or one with florishing wildlife and breathable clean air. However, we need big strong companies and brands to make a sustainable lifestyle easier. And so I am fascinated by whatever works to make our planet healthier and our people happier. I like to advocat people that annoy us, brands that have smart solutions and methods that ease the transition to a sustainable society that gets everyone on board. Wannes Van Giel Climate activist with marketing as a weapon of change

< back Cold therapy Teambuilding that provides an energy boost More detailed information Entrepreneurship is a competitive endeavor, which is why we want to bring the business world along in this energetic journey. During this team-building event, Saartje provides an energy boost to both individual employees and the entire team. This "energy" day is all about maximizing our energetic potential. We focus on nutrition, exercise, breathing, and culminate with an ice bath (cryotherapy). The brief stimuli force the body to find solutions, resulting in increased strength and energy. It will be a day of stepping out of your comfort zone, providing a positive boost to the entire team. 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

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< back Never finished Based on the book nominated for Management Book of the Year 2016 More detailed information New technologies, forms of collaboration and revenue models: the newspapers are full of them. The changes are now happening so fast that our organizations and ways of working, which are still focused on finding long-term solutions, are increasingly getting stuck. The keynote is about what happens now that everyone can publish, duplicate and produce freely and what the impact is on society and the economy when people do this not only for financial reasons, but also to contribute to a better world. This creates unprecedented opportunities that are also constantly getting bigger and better. There is no time at all for permanent solutions. Citizens, companies and organizations must learn to embrace the Never-Never-ending Principle. We have to manage our affairs with solutions that are temporary, so that we can constantly adapt and improve. This requires a totally new look at the fundamentals of our lives: work, school, living, relationships, governmental functions, management and legislation. Book this keynote and take the first step. Request a quote Submit About Martijn Aslander has been one of the most experienced speakers in the field of the network and information society for more than 15 years. His books Easycracy and Never finished are standard reading material for many managers. As a standup philosopher, he researches and articulates possibilities for tackling problems and capitalizing on opportunities every day. In his keynote, Digital Fitness he is once again pioneering the future of work. Martijn Aslander 'looks' at the world through a social and economic lens. With passion and humor he maps out the complex impact of technology on society for his audience. He describes the current and future implications of these developments for the networked information society. Martijn is a hands-on inspirator who explains in an accessible way what is going on in this world. He synthesizes this into an understandable picture of what is going on and what it means for organizations, business models, markets and innovation. His unique ability to challenge business-leaders and help them think outside the box has brought him into boardrooms around the world. He helps business-leaders of global brands to future-proof their operations. Martijn likes to shake things up, make the audience wonder, but also inspire people. In doing so, he offers his audience actionable insights. Martijn Aslander Tech philosopher, professional lifehacker and connector of people, information and ideas.

< back H2H Communication: “Human to Human" Re-examine how we communicate and use the power of our humanity to form a connection. More detailed information Communication, in the end, is one human speaking and listening to another human; whether this is done on a massive scale across digital channels or in a small room on-site. As the post-pandemic world rebuilds itself and shapes a new path forward, we need to re-examine how we communicate and use the power of our humanity to form a connection. Our human ability to be the signal amidst the noise of our current media landscape of pseudo- and hyper-connected social media. Communicating Diversity: Today we need to clearly signal our seriousness about diversity, inclusion and belonging to an ever-wider group of people. Visual communication is the key to speaking to us all; universally understood content that is highly effective and fits our new, digital context in our hybrid, remote world. Lessons from Mythology As our world becomes ever more complicated and our way of life more fragile, we need the skills of the ancient Storyteller and the tools of the Epic and metaphor to deliver us the information we need to survive as a tribe, and to inspire, to align and to remind us of who we are. In this strange, post-pandemic moment in our histories, it’s important to understand that we are deep in an unfolding Epic of our own. Creating a Conversation Good communication is iterative; there is messaging and then there is the equal but opposite reaction from the audience. Whether it’s a talk at a bar with an old friend or a keynote speech, building in listening channels keep your audience engaged and involved in the topic. 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 The Return of Investment on social sustainability And why should social sustainability be part of your business? More detailed information Environmental sustainability awareness has grown lately, but social sustainability still seems like a buzzword without any real raison d'être in business success. So, what exactly is it? And why should social sustainability be part of your business? In this presentation, you will learn: - What is corporate sustainability? - What are the 5 pillars of social sustainability? - Why Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) are key to boost the performance of your business - How DEI aids innovation 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 AI-Powered HR Supporting the most Human role of them all More detailed information What's AI, and how does it work? And, most importantly, what will it mean for HR, and your role as a leader or practitioner? Once we learn how to speak this strange, new language, we examine the very Human function of HR and pull the tasks, roles and overarching mission apart into its AI and Human domains. Together, we will take our first look at what AI can and cannot do: AI for recruiting, candidate screening and removing bias in the process. We look at the best AI recruitment tools. And then we take a glimpse into the future; what will the next advances be? PART I: Understanding AI 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? What’s a Mixture of Experts? A Parameter, a Weight, a DAWN, or Running Inference? Understand the terminology and learn the language. How does AI fit into your workflow, and where might all this be heading? PART II: Skills and Tools for HR The HRBP, leadership, comms and engagement roles: where AI offers added value. The challenges of a talent recruiter and transform it into a co-creation machine. What does an AI-powered HRBP, recruiter, or ESG specialist look like? What processes will change, and how will you remove biases in the process? A look at the best software options, and prompting guide for recruitment, interviews. The future: Quantum Computing and AGI 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 The Change Mindset Survival kit for professionals in change: staying agile & resilient in change More detailed information ***Also available as a Workshop*** Every day, we're confronted with new challenges: global competition; demanding clients; new technologies; ... We need professionals who dare to leave their comfort zone and suspend their judgement. We need professionals who explore the world from a different perspective and can turn problems into opportunities. We need professionals who get into action and who aren’t scared to fail fast, often and forward by experimenting with BaNano actions. Are you one of those professionals? YES ... suspend your judgement to break fixed thinking patterns. AND … explore the world from a different perspective to generate new ideas. ACT … take small actions because the key to real innovation is doing experiments & fail fast, often & forward. In this interactive and entertaining presentation, you will get the spark, tools and language to influence others to be more creative & entrepreneurial and give a big boost to your own Change Mindset. Yes And Act … Now. Request a quote Submit About For more than 20 years, Cyriel Kortleven has been inspiring organisations like IKEA, NASA and Unilever to approach Change with courage, confidence and enthusiasm. His pragmatic advice has earned him the nickname The Simplifier. In an increasingly complex world, we need new simple perspectives to enable us to navigate uncertainty and to turn problems into opportunities. Be ready for practical tips & tools to help you as a leader drive behavioural change. Your audience will be armed with new language and a boost of energy to transform the fear of change into a positive attitude towards the goals you want to achieve. Cyriel uses interaction and humour to create a context where people think and feel differently to reignite their appetite for creativity, taking risks and achieving ambitious results. More than 300 recommendations on Linkedin are proof of his track record of satisfied clients. Don’t mind the change. Change your Mind. Cyriel Kortleven Boosting the Change Mindset and Simplifier

Michael Houben Helping you grow a Benchmark Team with inspiring talks and trainings on Knowledge Management, Time Management and Intercultural Cooperation. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Trainer, Consultant, Workshops English, Dutch Leadership, Management, Knowledge Management, Personal Development, Feedback, Intercultural Cooperation, Cultural Diversity, Time Management, Energy Management Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography In short, he is a passionately curious and globally experienced Change Agent. His mission is to assist organizations in thriving alongside their people. He employs innovative and practical frameworks for Team Development and Knowledge Management, and he delivers talks and training sessions on Leadership, Management, and Personal Productivity. Prior to embarking on his journey as a solopreneur, he gained valuable experience in well-respected international companies. At Punch Powertrain, he established the R&D Department in China, and at ZF Group, he led the transformation of the global Product Validation Department within the Windpower Division. On a personal note, he is happily married and a proud father of two children. He enjoys sports, traveling, and personal development pursuits. Topics Productivity Knowledge Management Lees verder How to retain and grow your organization's knowledge More Leadership Leading a culturally diverse team Lees verder How to foster understanding and outstanding cooperation between people with different cultural backgrounds More Productivity Time Management Lees verder How to become insanely productive, sanely More It was very inspiring, and I found the delivery very enjoyable! ​ ​ I wanted to thank you again for the training. It was very clear and especially useful! ​ ​ I can recommend this session to everyone! Very concrete and full of practical tools. ​ ​ 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

Tom De Wachter Turning companies into an employer of choice. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Trainer, Moderator, Consultant, Workshops Dutch, English, French Employer branding, Candidate experience, Employee experience Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Tom is en expert in employer marketing and the CEO of Insilencio. He turns companies into employers of choice by helping them find their employee value proposition and expose it in internal communication, recruitment communication and employer branding campaigns. Being an employer of choice has become a strategic goal these days. Engaged employees attract loyal customers. Need the inspiration to become a strong employer brand or offer a great candidate or employer experience? Then book Tom's webinar (talk version or workshop). He will send you home with tons of insights, best practices and tips & tricks. Topics Company Culture Boost your employer branding Lees verder How to turn your company into an employer of choice? 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

Orianne Aymard Dr. Orianne Aymard, a brain hemorrhage survivor, defied odds by climbing Everest and Lhotse, embodying resilience and determination in her keynotes To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker Spanish, French, English Resilience, Leadership, Self-Surpassing, Crisis Management ▶️ Watch Orianne on stage. Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Orianne Aymard exemplifies resilience, having survived a brain hemorrhage and ascended Everest and Lhotse. Beyond her mountaineering feats, her diverse career spans diplomacy, humanitarian aid, and academia, reflecting her dedication to making a positive impact. Orianne's humanitarian work includes significant roles with the ICRC in conflict zones and contributions to earthquake relief in Haiti. Her diplomatic efforts addressed critical global issues, enhancing discussions on religious tensions and human rights. Holding a Ph.D. in Religious Studies, she's also an acclaimed author, sharing her journey of overcoming adversity. Residing in Chamonix, Orianne's life story make her an inspirational keynote speaker, promising audiences a compelling narrative of triumph over adversity, emphasizing that with determination, anyone can overcome challenges and achieve greatness. Watch Orianne speak. Topics Sports A Woman at the Top : One Story of Resilience & Self-Leadership Lees verder Brain Hemorrhage Survivor who climbed the highest mountains in the world, Everest and Lhotse 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

Suyin Aerts To get the right answers you must ask the right questions. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Moderator, Host Dutch, French, English Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Networking Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography As a former top athlete, Suyin recognizes a significant correlation between the mindset of an entrepreneur and that of an Olympic athlete. This is why she proudly identifies herself as an "Olympic Entrepreneur." With extensive experience as an entrepreneur and business leader, Suyin understands the importance of motivating and inspiring teams, creating value, and maintaining agility while fostering creativity. Her entrepreneurial perspective provides her with a valuable helicopter view, enabling her to ask the right questions and approach challenges strategically. This breadth of vision makes her a versatile moderator and interviewer, adept at hosting events, moderating debates, and preparing and presenting TV & video shows. Suyin leverages her fluency in multiple languages - including Dutch, French, and English at a native level, and German, Spanish, and Italian at a proficient level - to serve as a valuable bridge, elevating her clients and their businesses to new heights of professionalism and success. Furthermore, as an inspiring keynote speaker, Suyin aims to shift the mindset of her audience, persuading them to consider perspectives they may not have previously encountered or believed. With her compelling presentations, she seeks to ignite change and drive progress within groups of people. Topics People Skills Questioning the why, the importance of asking the right questions Lees verder Unlocking Success Through Being Inquisitive More People Skills Time for the creative generalist Lees verder Discover the entrepreneurial jack-of-all-trades in you More People Skills The importance of networking Lees verder ​ More Entrepreneurship Becoming an Olympic Entrepreneur Lees verder About he correlation between an entrepreneur and an Olympic Athlete More I have called on Suyin a number of times for presenting seminars on HR issues. She always did an excellent job. The evaluation by the participants of her role as a host was therefore always very favourable. Her fluent trilingualism (Dutch, French, English), her pleasant to the point-presentation style, her dynamic look and approach and a good understanding of business audiences make her the ideal host for business events with a strong content-oriented dimension. HRM info Marc Ernst, Founder Suyin has so many diverse skills that it’s impossible to cover them all. Some highlights: excellent moderator, professional speaker and inspiring presenter, purpose driven entrepreneur, creative writer, (social) media expert, marcom angel and above all a person who makes impact in everything that she does. In conclusion, I would highly recommend working with Suyin Aerts. Sirris Omar Mohout, Entrepreneurship Fellow Suyin was an excellent speaker for an event we did about finding your unique selling point and using it to your full potential. She was wonderfully on time for the event, communicated well ahead of time, and gave a clear and entertaining presentation. She was also charming and welcoming to those who mingled and asked her questions afterwards during the networking moment. Definitely highly recommended. I’ve also seen her moderate a political debate – top! Leuven Mindgate Jane Judge Suyin proved to be hyper professional in preparing for the event and sharing her know how and best practices to make the show as vibrant as possible. Despite being well prepared last minute changes were not an issue at all. Very flexible always a professional. She is more than just a great MC. She proved to be well aware of business challenges and tied those back to the individual or society. She is definitely on our top dial for future engagements. SAS Jeroen Van Godtsenhoven, Managing Director Suyin not only knows how to take your event to a higher level through her presentations, but moderates with a drown view,involving everyone in the team to come to a good discussion.When organizing your event, she thinks along with you to ensure that it becomes a formula for success X² Gender Equality Awards Wivina Briers, Founder Suyin was the moderator of our European Business Angels-day yearly event. She was exceptional good; very well and detailed preparation - on-time delivery - highly professional English presenting skill. She managed to guide the public through a very tight afternoon schedule with international speakers. On top of this, she is very nice to work with and get things done, even during the evening time if needed. I can only highly recommend her! Greenforce Sustainability Benita Dreesen, Managing Director 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