< 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 Generative AI Hype, hope or hazard? More detailed information During the last months, generative AI has revolutionised the field of AI, allowing for the creation of new and innovative applications that were once unimaginable before. This keynote explores history and future value that generative AI brings to companies and society, from creating lifelike visual and audio content to improving medical research and aiding in scientific discovery. However, this talk also highlights the potential risks associated with generative AI for people and planet, including issues of misuse abd manipulation. By balancing the opportunities and challenges of this cutting-edge technology, we can ensure a bright and responsible future and avoid another AI winter. 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 Master your energy More energy and well-being in the workplace More detailed information If you suffer from energy dips, from a fatigue you cannot immediately explain, then it is time to take action. Saartje herself struggled with an energy deficit years ago. She found life too precious to step through it tired and started a search for more energy. Above all, she discovered that everyone is tired and that lack of energy is a social problem. Her experiences brought her to the core of energy: nutrition-movement-sleep and, above all, the mental aspect (the mindset). In our modern society, we have forgotten that life energy is vital. The higher our energy, the better we perform in everything we do. If we are unable to build our lives around our energy levels, we are in trouble. Because energy deficits lower our individual quality of life. Moreover, chronic energy shortages are currently the leading cause of absence from work. Entrepreneurship is top-class sport, which is why Saartje wants to bring the business world into this energetic story. What is the secret to maximum performance? What factors promote fatigue and what can we do about it? And how can we optimise our energetic potential? It is this knowledge that she loves to share with you in an interactive keynote. Saartje will work on some techniques and provide an extra boost to the group. Request a quote Submit About Saartje Vandendriessche earned her stripes in the media. For 17 years, she worked for VRT and made several adventurous programmes. Just think of Op de man af, Saar in het bos and Beweeg in uw kot; programmes in which Saartje had to get out of her comfort zone and was confronted with fascinating challenges. Today, her challenge is to inspire as many people as possible to live life with more energy. Through keynotes, teambuildings and energy boost camps ( 2-day mini retreats), she raises participants' energy levels in all areas (via food, exercise , sleep and especially our mindset). And she shows the way to a healthy lifestyle with tons of energy. She does this, as always, in her own stubborn, energetic way, and with the necessary dose of humour. Saartje Vandendriessche Saartje makes sure everyone goes home with an energy boost

< back Curiosity: The Key Element for Creating a Winning Culture For Senior Executives More detailed information Every person is born with a healthy dose of curiosity. Some people can maintain this level through adulthood, many however see their original strength diminish over time. The same happens with systems like start-ups. Early start-ups have a high predisposition to exploration, only to see that this mindset deteriorates once the company expands, focuses on efficiency, conforms to rigid standards, and finds it harder to learn from mistakes. Curious organisations are winning organisations. They are intentional about how they balance exploration and exploitation. Curious organizations are more successful than incurious ones, especially in times of change. Not only are they constantly looking for ways to improve their current operations, but they are also constantly scanning the industrial horizon for new opportunities. In this interactive session, we explore what we know about curiosity, why it is important in our professional life and our organizations, and reflect on strategies to get better at it. 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 Artificial Intelligence Drivers for Success More detailed information Today, 80% of projects containing artificial intelligence (AI) ultimately fail to deliver on their intended promises to business. AI teams claims a major source of challenges is to be found in senior leadership who are lacking to see the value it can bring. However, is this the real problem? This keynote takes you behind the scenes of the AI world and looks in a non-technical way at the different components that are needed in order to succeed. According to research, despite increased interest in and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the enterprise, only companies able to position AI in the new economical model (people, profit & planet) return value when it gets to AI. Multiple factors come into play when developing and implementing an AI project: Data, skills, domain understanding, company culture, AI strategy, data strategy, team setup, ... are a just few topics that play a key role in the success of AI projects. In this session, it will become clear that the major focus should not be on data and technology, but on people and processes. You will understand the current maturity of the technology and learn what’s needed to move beyond the typical PPP (Pilot, POC & Prototype) phase. The goal of the session is to guide you towards the successful drivers of AI projects in an accessible way. 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 Hybrid Harmony Unlock Your Productivity in Work, Email, and Meetings More detailed information Imagine a different workweek, one where you spend less time on endless emails and lengthy meetings and more time on what truly matters. In Ann's keynote on working more efficiently in a hybrid environment, you will uncover the keys to working more productively. We'll reassess our relationship with email, and she'll show you how to tame your inbox and prioritize so that emails no longer dominate your workday. We'll also examine (hybrid) meetings. How can you make meetings more effective and optimize your time better? We meet too often and for too long, with too little focus on results. Ann also shares the secret of successful hybrid teams. How do you build a culture of collaboration, even when some team members work remotely? She provides strategies to maintain and strengthen team dynamics, regardless of physical location. Through this keynote, you will not only discover how to work, email, and meet more efficiently but also how to embrace and make the most of a hybrid work environment. Are you ready to take the next step towards a more productive and balanced workweek? Request a quote Submit About Ann is a trailblazer in professionalizing well-being in the workplace. She held the distinction of being the first Wellbeing Director in Belgium at DPG media and has since become a highly sought-after and passionate speaker on topics such as well-being, work happiness, and leadership. Her mission is to persuade business leaders to integrate well-being into their organizations, making it an intrinsic part of corporate culture rather than a standalone initiative. She emphasizes that well-being within a company is a collective responsibility, highlighting the roles of the organization, managers, and employees. Ann motivates board and management teams while also inspiring individual employees with practical tips and insights to enhance resilience, foster a positive mindset, reduce stress, and achieve better work-life balance. She delves into topics such as efficient meetings, email management, and the significance of communication and connectivity, especially as organizations adopt hybrid work models. Ann is the author of the books 'Countdown to Monday' and 'Wellbeing = Profit,' and her collaborative effort with Prof. Stijn Baert resulted in 'je werk of je leven.' Her authentic and hands-on approach has made her a highly sought-after keynote speaker nationally and internationally. Her keynotes blend actionable tips from her books with a focus on the organizational and managerial aspects of employee happiness and engagement. Her presentations cover a range of topics, including: The rationale behind a well-being policy The roles of the organization, leaders, and employees in fostering well-being The importance of focus, breaks, and physical activity Nurturing connectivity in hybrid work environments Strategies for more effective meetings and email management Essential leadership skills in remote settings Stress and attention management techniques Cultivating a positive mindset during periods of change Self-care practices such as sleep hygiene, nutrition, and digital detoxification. Ann De Bisschop The first Wellbeing Director in Belgium :-), Author of 3 books, Keynote speaker & Wellbeing consultant

< back A Bumpy Road with 5 Milestones Navigating Challenges, Embracing Growth: A CEO's Odyssey through Entrepreneurial Terrain More detailed information In this captivating keynote, Brecht Buysschaert, the seasoned CEO of Springbok Coaching, takes the audience on an introspective journey through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. This presentation unfolds as a rich narrative, offering profound insights derived from Brecht's personal experiences as a manager, colleague, husband, and father. He opens with a relatable acknowledgment of the challenges that entrepreneurs face, painting a vivid picture of the entrepreneurial landscape as a bumpy road. The metaphorical terrain serves as a canvas for the keynote's central theme: the transformative power of navigating five key milestones in the entrepreneurial journey. Discovering IKIGAI Balancing Act - Team and Personal Needs The Thin Line Between Bore-out and Burn-out Delving Inward for Self-Discovery Embracing Slowness and Building Dream Teams Brecht weaves his personal anecdotes and experiences into each milestone, creating a narrative tapestry that resonates with the audience. The challenges and triumphs become tangible, relatable stories that inspire and enlighten aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business leaders alike. Request a quote Submit About Brecht studied Physical Education at KU Leuven, graduating in 2004. After a decade in international sales for various Belgian top companies, Brecht decided to step away from the rat race and pursue his own mission: Health & Well-being at Work. In 2014, he founded Springbok Coaching. Today, Brecht, along with business partner Diederik Joukes, leads a team of 10 well-being consultants and health coaches, supplemented by 100 ad hoc coaches. They have made a significant impact in over 150 companies with their long-term approach to giving well-being at work the attention it deserves. In 2020, Brecht authored the book "Whealthy Workplaces," a practical guide filled with tips and inspiring testimonials from prominent leaders. Brecht Buysschaert On a mission to make the world a better place by creating health & wellbeing at work

< back How to collaborate in a more inclusive way in your team? workshop More detailed information Our teams are becoming increasingly diverse. We work with several generations and nationalities at the same time. This can be quite a challenge. Nevertheless inclusion is so needed to make people flourish. And this will highen retention. But how do we deal with this as an organization and more specifically as a leader or as a colleague? How do we ensure that we are not blinded by our own “backpack”? How can we as a team boost inclusion? We share 20 tips to work more inclusively as a team and employee. In addition, we do a dilemma exercise with colleague leaders and we facilitate a moment of reflection on it. All in order to provide you with concrete tools to work in more inclusive ways within your teams. 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 My wife went to the Dark … Web A detailed look inside the Underground Economy 4.0 More detailed information During this webinar, Eddy Willems will tell you the real story of how his wife found the Dark Web. Eddy will tell you more about what she expected to find over there and what she finally found as a normal pc user. Did she really buy that Glock 17M? Is the Dark Web really so dangerous? Besides weapons, drugs, ID cards, credit cards and malware you can find much more. However, the real value of your ID or credit card is maybe not what you expected. What are the best market places? Who can you find on the Dark Web? What do malware writers have in common? A detailed look inside the Underground Economy 4.0 will give everybody a better view of money laundering, money mules, dropzones and other attractive places on the Dark Side of the internet. What are police forces doing about this situation? If you haven’t invested yet in Bitcoin or Monero you possibly will never do anymore after watching this lecture. Request a quote Submit About Eddy Willems is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert from Belgium. He serves as a board member for three prominent security industry organizations: EICAR, AVAR, and LSEC. Additionally, he holds the positions of Resident Security Evangelist and Global Security Officer at G DATA Cyberdefense. Eddy's involvement in the cybersecurity field dates back to 1991 when he became a founding member of EICAR, one of the world’s earliest security IT organizations. Throughout his career, he has held numerous additional roles within various security industry organizations. His expertise is regularly sought after by several CERTs, press agencies, print and online publications, as well as broadcasting media, including CNN. In October 2013, Eddy published his debut book, 'Cybergevaar,' in Belgium and the Netherlands under Lannoo. This was followed by a German translation and an updated English version titled 'Cyberdanger,' published by Springer in 2019. He is also a co-author of the Dutch science fiction cyberthriller ‘Het Virus,’ released in 2020. Eddy is renowned for his engaging speaking style and regularly delivers lectures and presentations worldwide, catering to audiences ranging from children to cybersecurity experts. He has spoken at prestigious events such as TEDx, captivating diverse audiences with his insights and expertise in cybersecurity. Eddy Willems Cyber Security Guru | Inspiring Speaker | Author #Cyberdanger | Security Researcher | Director | Security Evangelist at G DATA CyberDefense

< back How to be(come) a sage leader? Male leadership is associated with words like strong, dominant, assertive, competitive. Female leadership is associated with words like emotional, empathetic, compassionate, collaborative, intuitive. But what about sage leadership? More detailed information Véronique introduces a new way to look at leadership by using masculine and feminine as approaches instead of male and female. Feminine does not equal women and masculine does not equal men. No woman is exclusively feminine and no man is exclusively masculine. We all have a mixture of masculine and feminine perspectives, values and behaviours. Women can operate in masculine ways and men can operate in feminine ways. What if we understood the difference between the masculine and feminine approach and know how to leverage both. What if we could move along a wide span from masculine to feminine, depending on the circumstance. This would only require recognizing and understanding what is masculine and feminine … Request a quote Submit About Started her first real business at the age of 50 after having traded marketing expertise time for money during 14 years during which she started up, managed and reorganized marketing departments and teams, ranging from 4 tot 40 people, for a wide variety of local and international businesses and sectors. She ventured into the unknown by starting up a wholesale food business. She made – all – the first time entrepreneur mistakes one can imagine, irregardless their age. After three years she sold her start-up, wondering why and how too many female entrepreneurs sabotage the growth of their business. Her research led to the launch of a female-only accelerator programme and a first book ‘The one million euro woman’, in close collaboration with UCLL (KULeuven) where Véronique is a marketing, entrepreneurship and leadership skills lecturer. She talks about scaling your business, self-limiting beliefs and leadership skills. Véronique Bockstal Serial entrepreneur, scaling & fundraising coach, author 'De vrouw van 1 miljoen', lecturer marketing & entrepreneurship and researcher female entrepreneurship

< 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