< back Why Innovation Fails & 7 Keys to Success How to innovate your organisation to stay relevant in these challenging times? The do's and don'ts of sustainable innovation. More detailed information To remain successful, organizations must be able to respond effectively to the fast pace of change or event stay one step ahead of it. To make it possible, it is crucial to look at the future in the right way. This means embracing uncertainty, seizing opportunities, and recognizing threats in good time. Why Innovation Fails not only teaches you how to look at the future, but also explains the most frequently made mistakes and highlights the most common pitfalls in the innovation process. In addition, you will gain greater insight into the technological evolutions of the next ten years and discover how this insight can be turned into a concrete approach that will build future-proof and successfully innovation companies and organizations. In this compelling keynote, Joachim De Vos takes you into the future, how to correctly assess it with your organization and how best to structure innovation. He does this from concrete examples and gives very useful tools to get started right away or to make your existing innovation efforts more successful. The book on which the keynote is based was launched in June 2022 and immediately became management/marketing book of the month. Request a quote Submit About Joachim De Vos (Professor, MSc. Eng. MBA) has been a prominent figure at Living Tomorrow since 1995, a premier international innovation platform engaging with over 5 million visitors to explore potential futures. In 2007, he founded TomorrowLab, an innovation consulting firm that has collaborated with more than 600 companies on various aspects of innovation, future strategy, technology, and open innovation. Concurrently, he serves as a professor of scenario planning at the University of Ghent. Additionally, he is the author of the book "Why Innovation Fails," which delves into the saga of Kodak alongside the digital camera's inventor, Steven Sasson. Joachim is renowned for his insights into the future and how organizations can navigate forthcoming changes. He speaks with fervor, vision, and keen insight, drawing from his extensive practical experience working with diverse companies and understanding consumer perspectives. Whether discussing the unfolding landscape of tomorrow or preparing organizations for imminent shifts, Joachim brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Joachim De Vos International keynote speaker, author, business owner/executive & professor foresight. Focus on future, technology, foresight, strategy and innovation and how to prepare your organization.

< back The power of regret as a compass for the future How do you use regret as a feedback instrument to make better decisions in the future? More detailed information Our dealing with regret has traditionally been seen as a waste of time, as useless because 'it's no use crying over spilled milk' or because 'you cannot change the past'... We even have lots of proverbs to tell us that. In Dutch we have a saying that 'regret is like goat shit' (It sounds better in Dutch). And so we try to ignore it for as long as possible until we fail and possibly become engulfed in it. However, regret has a signaling function and draws our attention to something we miss or long for. It provides feedback about our lives and therefore contains valuable information. We experience regret as something negative, but it is actually a photographic negative: if you dare to dive into the dark room, you can discover its positive meaning. In his book 'Tot onze grote spijt' ('Much to our regret'), Johan offers a tool, a metaphor and also a ritual to digest your regrets. To keep track of the nutritious and let go of the useless. How can you distill the valuable information hidden in regret and digest the rest? How do you, as a person or as an organization, use regret as a feedback instrument to make better decisions in the future? Johan Terryn spoke with many people about their great regrets about life choices and developed a method to convert the difficult feeling into a positive force, a compass for the future. Request a quote Submit About 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. Johan Terryn Media content creator & Soulpreneur, Speaker & Author on matters of the soul, creativity and positive thinking

< back Future Mindset Are you ready for the future? More detailed information Are you ready for the future? Are you hesitating what you’d answer? That’s ok. Life goes so fast, that thinking about the future can be quite bedazzling. But how do we become future-proof? Based on his book ‘Ready or not’, Tom gives you concrete ideas and actions to kickstart your future mindset. Topics: Why you need a future mindset, How to see the future, How to navigate change, Uncover your blindspot. Request a quote Submit About Tom Palmaerts is a thought leader on consumer attitudes and behavior in a changing world. He is an acclaimed keynote speaker, trend consultant, author, and managing partner at Trendwolves, a full-service trend-watching agency focusing on young consumers and modern families. Palmaerts excels in understanding and identifying opportunities within broader cultural trends. His notable achievements include: 2019: Publication of 'Ready or Not: 11 Ways to Become Future Proof' (Lannoo, Dutch) 2017: Co-founded 'La Madrugada,' a vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina, as a side project with three friends 2015: Publication of 'Futures' (Lannoo, Dutch), co-written with Herman Konings and Joeri Van den Bergh 2014: Initiated hosting Futuro getaway sessions in Italy three times a year 2013: Awarded Trendwatcher of The Year 2010: Became a board member of the music and art community Subbacultcha 2008: Recognized as "Youth Trend Specialist of the Year" by the Dutch trendwatching platform Second Sight 2007: Joined Trendwolves 2002 - 2007: Conducted research on youth subcultures at Ladda Tom Palmaerts One goal in mind: Giving people an appetite for the future.

< back How to win the war for talent? while boosting retention More detailed information How to attract and keep futureproof talent is one of the key challenges today. How can you be an attractive, distinctive and authentic company for new and current companies.? What is employer branding about? Why is it so important? And how can you get started in this matter? And what is there to learn about retention? Julie shares a broad mixture of knowledge in following fields: internal communication, culture, team dynamics, leadership, employee experience and people value proposition. And she gives pragmatic tips based on your context on the other hand. All in order to help you proceed on the journey towards a stronger employer brand and higher retention. 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 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 Grasping the exponential power of AI Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most transformative technologies of our time, and it is changing the way we do business. More detailed information AI is transforming the fields of marketing, innovation, sales, and customer service, providing highly efficient tools and enabling personalized strategies. However, embracing AI is not just about investing in technology. It's about embracing the 3P's: how will this impact people, processes, and the choice of platforms? “Humans will not be replaced by AI. Humans will be replaced by other humans using AI.” How do you enable people for the 'Man-Machine Collaboration' age? We must look beyond the hype and embrace AI to stay competitive in the market. If done well, we can leverage AI to create a better future for ourselves, our businesses, and our world. Have a sneak preview . Request a quote Submit About Dado Van Peteghem is a seasoned entrepreneur, renowned speaker, and thought leader in digital transformation, innovation, and ecosystem thinking. As a founding partner at the transformation advisory firm Scopernia, he has been instrumental in guiding organizations towards embracing the digital age. Dado is also a co-founder of startups such as Social Seeder and Speakersbase, platforms that have made significant impacts in their respective industries. Dado holds a degree in Communication & Computer Sciences from the University of Ghent, where his passion for merging technology with strategic communication first blossomed. Over the years, he has delivered over a hundred keynote speeches annually, captivating audiences with insights into the intricacies of digital transformation and innovative strategies for success. As an accomplished author, Dado has contributed to the business world with his published works. His previous books include "Digital Transformation" (2014) with Jo Caudron, "Corporate Venturing" (2018) with Omar Mohout, and "Metasystems" (2020) with Nils van Dam, all of which have been well-received for their practical wisdom and forward-thinking perspectives. Dado's latest book, "The Virtual Economy," co-authored with Jeremy Denisty, delves into the evolving landscape of virtual worlds and communities. In this groundbreaking exploration, Dado and Jeremy shed light on the emerging opportunities within the third wave of the Internet, characterized by artificial intelligence, immersive virtual environments, and blockchain technologies. "The Virtual Economy" offers a roadmap for businesses, governments, and society to harness the potential of this new era, providing strategies to engage and serve the next generation of customers, communities, and citizens. As a member of the strategy committee at leading fashion group Chalhoub Group in Dubai, Dado brings a global perspective to his work, often bridging insights from the Middle East and Asia with international trends and best practices. With his deep expertise and visionary outlook, Dado Van Peteghem continues to inspire and empower organizations worldwide to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Dado Van Peteghem Leading expert in the digital sector, frequent speaker, author and entrepreneur.

< back Discover your voice Experience a harmonious team More detailed information This workshop invites people to connect with themselves and others in a deep way through music. Martine creates a safe environment where people discover the power and unique color of their own voice. This connection opens horizons and leads to an immediate sense of self-confidence and self-assurance. One experiences powerful life energy, enthusiasm, joy and a sense of freedom in speaking and being. One actually feels that one's own potential is much greater than first thought. It will be a very unique and unforgettable experience for everyone: The discovery of our voice has a healing effect on ourselves and on our environment. It brings the participants closer together, gives them a different view of each other and often leads to pleasant surprises in terms of perception. Music has the power to connect people in joy and harmony, and that is also the guideline in this teambuilding! Request a quote Submit About Martine Reyners has devoted more than 20 years to singing onstage and as a path to deepening awareness. In addition to her career as a professional soprano and opera singer, she runs a successful singing and coaching practice. Based on approaching the voice in a holistic manner, Martine has achieved breakthrough results with her clients using this original method, both in individual sessions and “Harmony Through Singing” workshops. Speaking with inspiration, projecting confidence in your abilities, feeling connected with yourself, to your job and your team, transforming stress into creativity and inspiration, finding your place and your space; these are the themes central to the workshops and key-notes. Martine’s intent is always to bring joy and healing through the transformative power of music. She is the ideal artist for musical interludes with piano or string quartet during your conferences. Martine Reyners Internationally acclaimed soprano and passionate liberator of the profound energy of the human voice

< back From idea to product-market fit Testimonial of a Corporate Entrepreneur More detailed information Everyone knows that Intrapreneurship and Innovation are key for growth. However, counless questions and opinions on who, how and when create a lot of confusion. For example, is ‘failing fast’ good or bad? How do you know you are doing the right things while the first orders are not in sight, and you are just burning money? How do you combine intrapreneurship in a corporation and at the same time meet the monthly targets? What makes a good intrapreneur? Who from sales should be involved? Should you listen to customers or follow Steve Jobs' way of just showing the customers what they always wanted but didn’t know. Yoav will share from his more than 20 years’ experience as a corporate intrapreneur best practice and lessons learned. Concepts from the startup scene are tuned to the reality of a cooperation and presented with a hands-on approach, memorable stories and examples in a fun and inspiring way. Request a quote Submit About 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. Yoav Nir Co-inventor of ClickShare®, Virtual and Augmented Reality pioneer and author of the book Game-changing Innovation

< back Me, myself and my AI For the successful adoption of AI, we need more female leaders. Why? As AI projects succeed on 4 factors (data, technology, people and processes), women normally possess the right qualities to lead projects to build real-world AI products more successfully as they fully master the enablement of an environment for collaboration and inclusion. More detailed information In this session I will share my personal views on what’s needed to work more holistically, outside of our own comfort zones. I will share my view on how to create the right environment where we look beyond gender, race, and cultural background. Based on a set of personal examples, I will analyse what’s needed both at educational and company level to create a shift in mentality towards more collaboration. It will be a call for more role models to stand-up, male and female, in order to build a better future with AI. Request a quote Submit About Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere is an Adjunct Professor at Vlerick Business School. She holds a master's degree in civil and industrial engineering and specialized in robotics and artificial intelligence during her studies. Over the last 30 years, she has worked for several multinationals on all aspects of data and analytics, including IBM, Microsoft, SAP, SAS, and others. From a business consulting perspective, she specializes in defining the AI business canvas, from potential value to predefined risks. With her deep understanding of the hindsight, insight, and foresight of AI technologies, she frequently serves as an expert and coach behind the scenes. In her public presentations and recent book, Mieke focuses on demystifying the hype around AI. In 2020, the State Secretary of Digitalisation, Mathieu Michel, appointed Mieke as the "Digital Mind." Additionally, she was the runner-up for "ICT Personality of the Year" in Belgium in both 2022 and 2023. Today, Mieke continues to share her vision for the future of AI as a speaker on international radio, television, and conferences. Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere Mieke is an extraverted nerd, the engineer who balances profit, people and planet within all digitalisation efforts.

< back Corporate Positivity, a fresh breeze in organizational culture Culture is essential to realizing the strategy of all organizations. Behaviours determine culture and contribute to success. More detailed information Based on the conviction that everyone in an organization is owner of its culture, we bring you a keynote that is inspiring to all: from junior associate to C-level; from finance over operations to sales departments. corporate positivity finds its inspiration in positive psychology, evidenced by scientific research. It is a pragmatic approach to optimal functioning, that well balances dealing with the opportunities, difficulties and challenges that are part of any culture. We walk you through five ambitions that help install a positive culture in your organization: positive engagement, ambiance, connections, mindset and communication. We bring you tools to turn these ambitions into tangibles, with a positive effect on satisfaction, energy, retention, employer branding and results. Request a quote Submit About Katrijn is founding partner at marbl, a firm driven by the belief that much untapped potential resides in all organisations. She is absolutely convinced that translating this belief into organisational cultures leads to cutting-edge results. She brings corporate positivity, a trademark registered by marbl, into the corporate world through keynotes, inspirational sessions, workshops, development programs. Katrijn has a passion for Asian history, culture and food. Anything related to Japan, makes her heart beat faster. Katrijn Steenbeke Corporate Positivity Activist, addicted to the power of positive psychology. Experienced speaker, trainer, coach, with an international corporate background in a variety of markets.

< back Building an AI-first Company AI fundamentals, use cases, the importance of AI adoption, and strategies for integrating AI into organizations More detailed information The keynote "Building an AI-First Company" covers essential aspects of integrating AI into a business. It starts with an overview of AI fundamentals and explores practical use cases relevant to various organizations. The presentation addresses the importance and urgency of adopting AI technologies in today's competitive landscape. Key points include strategies for transitioning to an AI-first organization, criteria for selecting AI projects, and methods for fostering AI adoption among employees. Topics covered: Background & Fundamentals of AI, and Sample Use Cases for Your Organization Why is it important, why should we care, and why now? How to Build an AI-First Organization How should we determine which AI projects to take on, and which to leave out? How do we get our people to adopt AI technology in our organization? How do we find AI use cases across our organization? Request a quote Submit About Drawing from over a decade of experience at leading technology firms, including Google and Apple, Chris Heemskerk showcases his vision on corporate innovation by heading The Innovation Alliance, a global network of tech executives and innovation leaders. As former Head of Scaled Acquisitions for Google in North America, Chris transformed his business operation into a global center for innovation and operational excellence. Hence, he was asked to serve as an advisor to Google's Innovation Lab and established a partnership with Harvard Business School to document the lab’s endeavors in two HBS Case Studies, in which he features. In pursuit of providing organizations the necessary resources to innovate consistently, he authored The Innovation Scorecard™️, a comprehensive framework that enables firms to maximize their innovation capabilities and discover new growth opportunities. He has been a sought-after innovation speaker and workshop facilitator both internally at Google and externally, including features at The United Nations in Rome and the Arizona Technology Council's CEO Summit. Chris's educational journey is rooted in his passion for lifelong learning. He is a faculty member of The European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability (eiis.eu), and holds Executive Certifications in Innovation Leadership from Harvard Business School (HBS), and acquired sponsorship to attend the HBS High Potential Leadership Program of 2019. He’s certified in Design Thinking at Stanford University, and holds an MSc in Marketing from the London School of Business and Finance. He alternates between Europe and The United States together with his wife and three-year-old son. Chris Heemskerk Innovation & AI Strategy Expert. Ex-Apple & Ex-Google Innovation Labs, USA

< back Can you floor me? Learn how to connect in a completely different way! More detailed information A self-defense & judo initiative as team-building in which the basic principles of judo are taught: how to fall without hurting oneself the balancing game how to interact with the other Colleagues can try to throw each other to the ground in a safe way or get the chance to floor the CEO! Hilarious! This is (body) communication without any form of hierarchy. Gella makes the link between judo and collaboration on the work floor. What can we learn from it? Practicalities : The intensity of the session is adapted to the level of the group. Length of the initiation: 1h to max. 1,5h. Equipment: a judo room or mats in a meeting room. We can provide this! No special clothes are needed. Just take off your shoes! ;) Optional: biography as a souvenir for the participants or photoshoot with the Olympic gold medal. Request a quote Submit About Gella Vandecaveye starts judo at the age of 8 at Judoclub Zwevegem. Her breakthrough came in '93 with a first world title in Hamilton, Canada and she successfully combines top sport and higher studies in communication management/journalism. In '96 she won a brilliant silver medal after a very difficult course. Breaking her neck in '98 and barely escaping the wheelchair, she became European Champion again 5 months later. Two months before the Olympic Games in Sydney 2000 she tore her cruciate ligaments in her right knee. In spite of this, she achieved a second Olympic bronze medal with a broken knee. 8 years after winning her first world title, she becomes world champion for the second time in 2001 and does not lose a single match that year. The reconversion after top sport is going smoothly and there is no question of the black hole. With the same determination, enthusiasm and commitment as in judo, she throws herself into her second life. A jack-of-all-trades, Vandecaveye is reorienting herself to become an independent entrepreneur in "PR & Sport Consulting" and is looking for exciting projects, new horizons and exciting challenges. Her professional activities are mainly focused on companies, the non-profit sector and sport for all. Her life's mission is to inspire people and promote a fit lifestyle through healthy eating, recreational events and sporting initiatives. On the other hand, promotional campaigns, judo initiations and demonstrations, travel shows, PR activities, team building, lectures and incentives also fill her agenda. As a cosmopolitan, she travels the world with her travel project Gella Goes Global. After her biography "Gella & Eddy, a neck-breaking duo", she will publish a second book. Thanks to, despite or partly due to the Corona crisis, Gella was stimulated to reorientate herself, and to reinvent and redirect herself for a second time. In addition to her "PR, Sport Consulting, Event" department, she added another "Real Estate, Renovation, Coordination" section to her professional activities! She takes care of people's renovations, in full transparency and in mutual consultation. Gella Vandecaveye Gella Vandecaveye, ex-judoka. Successfully combines top-level sport and higher studies in communication management/journalism, a paragon of willpower, perseverance and boundless ambition.