Merijn Tinga His surfboard is a weapon. His target: politicians and company ceo's. The goal: real change! To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker Dutch, English Plastic Pollution, Storytelling, Surfing Expedition, Plastic Recycling, Littering, Societal Change, Political Change Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography In 2014, Merijn constructed a surfboard using washed-up plastics and surfed along the Dutch coast, earning him the nickname "Plastic Soup Surfer." Sadly, mere awareness is insufficient for catalyzing change. Consequently, he shifted his campaign focus towards policy makers and companies. To date, Merijn's campaigns and expeditions have influenced political resolutions and led to product bans, demonstrating the impact of individual action. Alongside an expanding community of passionate individuals, he persists in achieving tangible results and effecting change. Merijn shares his story to inspire and educate others on how they too can contribute to making a difference. Topics Sports How to make a difference? Lees verder Plastic pollution is a worldwide epidemic. By now we are aware of this but how does real change come about? 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 The Future Formula In search of the rules of tomorrow. More detailed information We live in the Great Disequilibrium, an era marked by radical transformations that are no longer a choice but a necessity due to external pressure. In "The Future Formula," Jo Caudron discusses the key challenges and changes facing modern society and economy. The 'Old Normal', which emerged after World War II, is nearing its end. We are confronted with urgent issues such as climate change, migration, technological and societal disruptions, and sudden system shocks such as pandemics, wars, and the rapid rise of AI. The welfare state as we know it is under pressure. These factors force us to think about new rules for the future: we must reevaluate our vision of the planet, sustainability, economy, and society. In this presentation, Jo offers his 'Future Formula', a method for companies and organizations to identify challenges and map out the problems ahead. He explores how various radical innovations in the field of products, sourcing, and especially business models can contribute to sustainable solutions for a better society and economy. Request a quote Submit About Jo Caudron is a renowned keynote speaker and author with a digital career spanning almost 30 years. His mantra is: “a strong vision of the future is the ‘why’ of change”. As the founder of Belgium's first digital agency, Jo has a rich history as a digital entrepreneur. He created over 2 dozen companies, all active in technology, innovation and transformation. Jo is a transformation strategist, passionate about navigating the impact of technological and societal disruptions. Through his company Scopernia, he has been assisting organizations in all sectors throughout Europe and the Middle-East in understanding how their world is changing and how they can adapt their core business to be ready for the future.. Jo is the author of six books covering diverse transformational topics. In his book, "The World Is Round," he delves into the significant technological and societal challenges facing our world. Many of the scenarios he describes have already come to fruition due to the Corona crisis, climate disasters, and shifting geopolitical landscape. His latest book, “De Toekomstformule” (The Future Formula), is a comprehensive exploration of the rapid societal, technological, and economic changes and system shocks the world is facing today. The book serves as a blend of a catalog of global trends, personal insights, and a practical framework for envisioning the future. It presents a method to map out the most significant disruptions of tomorrow, and offers a model for finding solutions through sustainable innovation. Jo's true passion lies in engaging with people and inspiring them with his message of change and optimism. As a keynote speaker, he has shared his insights on hundreds of stages across Europe. Jo is happily married, has 2 children and 5 cats, and is an avid music enthusiast with a soft spot for complex progmetal. Jo Caudron Digital pioneer with a passion for transformation and strategy. Author, advisor and speaker.

Lesley Arens #ZigZagHR | what if the best HR no longer is HR (?) | Learnatic | Du choc des idées jaillit la lumière (Nicolas Boileau) To be booked as/for Languages Tags Moderator, Host Dutch, English Human Resources, HR Tech, Employee Engagement Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Lesley is convinced that "zigzagging" is key for professionals, organizations and HR in order to thrive in today’s and tomorrow’s world of work. It al started in 2018 when she wrote "#ZigZagHR, why the best HR is no longer HR" together with professor Lisbeth Claus. The book brought into being an online community of HR professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders that was eager for more. Since 2019 Lesley started gathering them by organizing "Connect & Learn" events where she shares best & next practices from progressive HR teams in Belgium. Not afraid to undertake new initiatives, Lesley launched a brand new HR magazine "#ZigZagHR: Rethink | Reboot |Retool HR". Topics Future of Work Rethink | Reboot | Retool HR Lees verder This keynote offers you an original performing and sustainable framework to explore what is expected and needed from HR today and tomorrow. 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 Manage your Energy to excel How do you ensure a high performance culture, right now? More detailed information Herre brings a motivational session on energy & peak performance. The aim of the session is to inspire, but also create awareness and excite participants around the topic. Herre emphasises the conditions needed to perform at a high level as an individual, team and organisation. In doing so, he starts from the 5 building blocks of sustainable performance : (BRAIN)PERFORMANCE, BODY, PEOPLE, DRIVE and FUTURE. Herre uses his experience in both top-level sports and business. You will get answers to: What can we learn from top athletes? How (mentally and physically) fit are you? What can you do to perform optimally every day? How do you inspire your team? How do you deal with pressure? How do you stay resilient in times of crisis? How do you maintain your energy and motivation? Request a quote Submit About Former gymnast Herre Zonderland is an inspired public speaker, who moves people literally and figuratively. He inspires people with his energetic and rapid style of presenting, combined with his experience as an athlete and realistic view on the world. His ambition is to encourage his audience to work on their personal conditions to perform on a daily basis. Not only today and tomorrow, also towards the future. He challenges and lets people reflect on their own conditions. These conditions are e.g. being fit, use brain capacities with focus and managing stress, have a supportive environment and self-reliance to work on their desired behavior. In his keynotes, Herre delivers his messages strongly, with a call to action to make the first step towards more energy, better performance wellbeing and happiness. Herre Zonderland A former athlete (gymnastics). Motivates people to work on conditions for their sustainable business performance.

< back Houston, we have a problem Navigation the digital revolution More detailed information In this engaging keynote, Rik takes the audience on a journey through three decades of digital revolution and its profound impact on humanity. He illuminates the formidable challenges spawned by this disruption and underscores our responsibility in their creation. There's no external savior; the solution lies within ourselves. Rik delves into the positive, negative, and downright ugly consequences of our technological advancement. From disruption and artificial intelligence to privacy and the storming of the Capitol, his presentation explores various themes with boldness and critical insight. Rik fearlessly examines our current digital reality, weaving in pop culture references like 'the Upside Down' from Stranger Things and literary works such as Lord of the Flies, alongside pivotal moments in technological history. Personal anecdotes, including encounters with figures like Alexander Nix, enrich the narrative. While his tale initially seems to lead to a bleak conclusion, Rik surprises with a twist that instills hope for the next 30 years. Request a quote Submit About Rik is an author, futurologist, business philosopher, coach and above all a very inspiring keynote speaker. He looks at companies and organisations from his unique and surprisingly broad perspective and makes it clear to them how they can continue to be relevant in the ever digitising society of the future. He likes to challenge them to distinguish themselves within and even outside of their industry. Rik writes and speaks passionately about business models, entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing, customer focus, sales, (digital) innovation and the interconnectedness thereof. Rik Vera International keynote speaker, coach, author and advisor on the impact of all things digital on society and business.

< back Revolutionizing Marketing Strategies Master the Marketing Automation Canvas - workshop More detailed information In today's hyper-connected world, marketing automation is the key to staying ahead of the competition. Join us for an inspiring and transformative keynote that unveils the secrets of the Marketing Automation Canvas, a groundbreaking framework designed to streamline your marketing efforts and drive exceptional results. Gain valuable insights and practical advice on how to harness its power and elevate your marketing strategy to new heights. Get ready to revolutionise your marketing strategy with this inspiring, informative keynote on the Marketing Automation Canvas. Based on the proven Business Model Canvas, this powerful framework offers a comprehensive approach to optimising your marketing automation efforts through 9 essential pillars. This workshop will teach you how to streamline your marketing processes, personalise your content, and drive remarkable results. Take advantage of this opportunity to unleash the power of the Marketing Automation Canvas and transform your marketing efforts for the digital age. Register today and take the first step towards marketing automation mastery! Request a quote Submit About No, this is not another keynote speaker that talks Metaverse, Web3.0 nor is it about NFTs. This is about future-proof but pragmatic data-driven approaches that work today. This is a talk Google, Facebook and your media agency will not want you to follow. It's about becoming data-driven? How to mine data as the new gold as you manage the next wave of privacy revolutions beyond what the law is instructing us. Want to find out how a major bike manufacturer created a hybrid ecosystem as they leveraged their digital dominance for the benefit of both their resellers and themselves? And how about making a dress part of your attribution model? Filled with real-life examples that have shown their value and proven to work the sessions are filled with mechanics and tactics that are applicable across industries. Prior to founding GrowthAgent, Renout was a founding employee of salesforce.com in Belgium over 13 years ago, and prior to that played a key leadership role in growing Dell both in Belgium and in EMEA. Today Renout is the Managing Partner of GrowthAgent - the martech agency within Duvalunion.com, and the author of Obsessed - a best seller that touches upon the new paradigm Customer Data Platforms bring as a technology concept. Renout van Hove Multipotentialite, co-Author of #Obsessed - Founder of Growthagent.eu, finds himself comfortable at the intersection of Advertising, Data ecosystems, Privacy and Technology

< back Unleash the power of trust in your relations Trust is a crucial concept to radiate towards your employees, partners, and clients. More detailed information Hemingway once said: ‘you only know if you can trust someone if you trust someone’. Trust in business is not always easy to find and even seems like a paradox sometimes. But if you want to succeed in the business world of today, trust is a crucial concept to understand and to radiate towards your employees, partners, and clients. In this presentation Dado Van Peteghemwill provide 10 concrete tips on how to build and maintain trust in relationships, based on the book he wrote in 2021 on Metasystems - How Trust can change the world. You will learn how to: Build and maintain trust with employees and partners Have ‘courage conversations’: being benevolent with people but harsh on results Deploy empathy as a leader Accelerate results if the foundations of trust are in place Restore trust when times are challenging 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 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.

Pieter Van Leugenhagen Pieter is a VR/AR & Metaverse Strategist - Keynote Speaker successfully venturing in XR for 8 years, working with national and international brands. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Moderator, Host Dutch, English Metaverse, virtual reality, augmented reality, virtual worlds, brands Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography Pieter is an all-around entrepreneur, public speaker, author and business strategist with a fondness for immersive experiences. As co-founder and managing partner of yondr, Pieter has been pioneering internationally in the field of virtual and augmented reality for 10 years. Yondr is a creative agency that focuses on mixed reality, building virtual worlds, and digital experiences. He's also the author of the bestseller 'Welcome to the Metaverse' and 'Navigating the New Dimension, A Journey Through Spatial Computing', in which he offers insights into how the three-dimensionalization of our internet will impact our lives and work, and how all this becomes clearer through the evolution of computing. Topics Web3, Metaverse, AR & VR Navigating the New Dimension: A Journey Through Spatial Computing Lees verder Embark on a fascinating exploration of the latest computing paradigm that is redefining our digital world More Web3, Metaverse, AR & VR Meet you in the metaverse Lees verder Are your ready for what's next? 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 Riding the Data Wave Unleash the Power of Data Clean Rooms to build your own Google Empire More detailed information It is not the Metaverse that will dictate the coming decade, but how you can expand your digital universe beyond your company walls will make the difference. While many of us are still trying to figure out how to leverage a Customer Data Platform to leverage and activate 1st party data - the Data Clean Room is the next big wave to hit our Martech Stacks. Data clean rooms are secure, privacy-compliant environments designed to facilitate the controlled sharing and processing of sensitive data between multiple parties. These virtual spaces allow advertisers, publishers, and other stakeholders to analyse and process data while adhering to privacy regulations and safeguarding user information. By providing a secure platform, data clean rooms enable organisations to extract valuable insights without compromising privacy. Must attend keynote if you want really want to unleash the power of your data. Inspiring, but also bringing actionable insights on how to get started. Request a quote Submit About No, this is not another keynote speaker that talks Metaverse, Web3.0 nor is it about NFTs. This is about future-proof but pragmatic data-driven approaches that work today. This is a talk Google, Facebook and your media agency will not want you to follow. It's about becoming data-driven? How to mine data as the new gold as you manage the next wave of privacy revolutions beyond what the law is instructing us. Want to find out how a major bike manufacturer created a hybrid ecosystem as they leveraged their digital dominance for the benefit of both their resellers and themselves? And how about making a dress part of your attribution model? Filled with real-life examples that have shown their value and proven to work the sessions are filled with mechanics and tactics that are applicable across industries. Prior to founding GrowthAgent, Renout was a founding employee of salesforce.com in Belgium over 13 years ago, and prior to that played a key leadership role in growing Dell both in Belgium and in EMEA. Today Renout is the Managing Partner of GrowthAgent - the martech agency within Duvalunion.com, and the author of Obsessed - a best seller that touches upon the new paradigm Customer Data Platforms bring as a technology concept. Renout van Hove Multipotentialite, co-Author of #Obsessed - Founder of Growthagent.eu, finds himself comfortable at the intersection of Advertising, Data ecosystems, Privacy and Technology

< back Is it safe...to be online today and tomorrow? How to create a secure climate by embracing technology and change More detailed information The global media attention for cybersecurity incidents has an impact on the role of executive management about information security, much more than most executives are willing to admit. Consumers are holding organisations responsible whenever there is a cybersecurity incident that compromises their information and investors are holding organisations responsible when there is a cybersecurity incident because of the financial losses that occur and the devaluation of the organisation on the market. Can any executive honestly claim cybersecurity is not their responsibility? Unfortunately, still too many executives completely delegate the cybersecurity responsibility to IT since they are convinced it contains too many technical elements. This presentation explains how to create a secure climate by embracing technology and change. Executives will learn how to view cybersecurity no longer as an IT expense, but as a critical success factor to long term success. This is done by showing to executive management and CIOs the top 3 internal and external threats on cybersecurity, but also the top 3 cyber resilience solutions for organisations today. Expect actual examples, a related movie, but also practical tools and references to help focus on the essentials in cybersecurity. Request a quote Submit About Marc Vael is a known security and privacy expert from Belgium with 20+ years of experience. He is currently Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Esko. Marc has certifications in Infosecurity (CISM/CISSP), IT risk management (CRISC) and is a certified board director (GUBERNA). Marc is a visiting lecturer at Antwerp Management School, Solvay Brussels School, TIAS Tilburg and KdG Antwerp. Marc was elected Fellow of the Hogeheuvelcollege at KUL in 2012 for his contributions to the IT industry. Marc is a popular international keynote speaker and panelist who inspires with practical solutions and examples based on his experiences. He can cover security and privacy from the 10,000 feet level down to a step-by-step process. His talks range from a 30-minute inspirational keynote to a full five-day workshop. His engagements have taken him to 20+ countries around the world speaking to 15,000+ people. Marc Vael Security & Privacy Officer / Mentor / Author using real cases & solutions to simplify information protection

< 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