< back The future of leadership Navigating uncertainty in the era of rapid change More detailed information The rapid advancements in technology and society significantly impact business models, organizations, and, consequently, leadership. We require new leaders who can transform emerging uncertainties into success. Join us for a keynote by Richard as he explores the evolving landscape of leadership in the face of these challenges. Request a quote Submit About As a futurist, keynote speaker, and trendwatcher, Richard van Hooijdonk is an authority on new technology. He has several chip implants because he wants to physically experience the future. His inspiration sessions have been attended by over 550,000 people. He has given more than 2,000 lectures across 35 countries. With his international research team, he researches many trends in the field of robotics, drones, self-driving systems, 3D & 4D printing, sensors, blockchain, quantum computing, neurotech, biotech, platforms and augmented & virtual reality. Combined with artificial intelligence, these technologies offer groundbreaking opportunities, but also lead to challenges and threats for people, organisations and governments. Richard is driven by a desire to inject innovation and imagination into the mindsets of the people and organisations who are going to shape the world of tomorrow. With the right forward-looking mindset, he believes that we can better effect change for the improvement of our health, happiness, and prosperity. Richard van Hooijdonk Renowned trendwatcher and futurist and the man with several chip implants in his body.

< back Omgaan met emoties Emoties zorgen voor een goede werksfeer, minder stress en zijn sterk wapen tegen burn out. More detailed information “Wat zullen ze van mij denken als ik begin te wenen?” “Ik wil niet dat collega’s zien dat dit me raakt!” “Ik onderdruk mijn frustratie want dat past niet op het werk.” Het is niet vanzelfsprekend om op een gezonde manier om te gaan met onze emoties — al helemaal niet op de werkvloer. “Doe niet zo flauw”. Of: “Allez, nu is het genoeg.” En: “Wees flink”. Misschien herken je deze zinnen wel. Met deze adviezen zijn we opgevoed: een emotie is iets wat we zo snel mogelijk moeten opzij zetten om verder te kunnen gaan. Ondertussen weten we dat het onderdrukken van emoties op lange termijn nefast is voor onze mentale en fysieke gezondheid. Niet alleen slagen we er niet in om ze levenslang onder tafel te vegen, ze overvallen ons op termijn ook te pas en vooral te onpas. Tijd dus om die emoties recht in de ogen te kijken en beter te leren wat ze zijn, waarom ze er zijn, en hoe we ermee om kunnen gaan! Want ook op de werkvloer is het belangrijk om emoties beheerst te uiten. Zo zal je beter bestand zijn tegen burn out, een betere verstandhouding hebben met collega’s, minder stress ervaren, betere beslissingen nemen en meer vertrouwen uitstralen. Bovendien bevordert het ons welzijn en komt het ook al onze menselijke relaties zowel op de werkvloer als in onze privé, ten goede. Ten slotte zorgt het leren omgaan met je eigen emoties er ook voor dat je die van de ander sneller herkent en kan managen. Deze talk is bedoeld voor leidinggevenden en medewerkers die willen investeren in hun emotioneel management. En voor teams die gaan voor: … meer werkgeluk; … betere communicatie; … meer (zelf)vertrouwen; … gezonde medewerkers; … meer en beter samenwerken; … open communicatie; … verbinding; … veerkracht; ….welzijn. In een uur deelt Veerle haar kennis, inzichten rond dit thema. De keynote is opgebouwd rond praktische handvaten en ervaringen. Ook als workshop van 2u beschikbaar! Request a quote Submit About As an actress, she is highly attuned to her breathing, which forms the basis of how she utilizes her body as an instrument to embody a role. In her role as a coach, she is well-versed in understanding the impact of stress on the body. She harnesses the power of breath, which is readily available to everyone, to attain more rest, a crucial element for personal growth. She encapsulated this knowledge in her book "ADEMRUIMTE." By cultivating awareness of emotions and their physiological effects, by observing and gaining control over our thoughts, and by using breathwork to release tension from the body, individuals can create literal and metaphorical space. This space allows for better stress management and enhances enjoyment in various aspects of life such as work, relationships, and health. Veerle boasts over a decade of experience in the business realm, having developed numerous workshops and training programs focusing on wellbeing, creativity, and communication. Through her webinar titled "Hoe creëer ik meer ademruimte mentaal en emotioneel?" (available in Dutch only), participants can invest in their company's most valuable asset: its people. Veerle Dobbelaere Human behaviour and emotions have no secrets for Veerle, since she masters them being an actress. As a professional certified coach she uses this experience to improve collaborators' well-being.

< back Putting transforming while performing into action - Help you to Transform while Performing (Why) - Accelerate the co-creation and adoption of your Strategy and Culture (What) - Mix of Visualisation, Inspiration, Facilitation and Co-Creation (How) More detailed information We help people to see and sense inside-out and outside-in Through a combination of inspiration and co-creation we reflect on the why, what and how of personal and business transformation We visualise your current and future state, and co-create the bridge towards that future, listing strategic initiatives, priorities and capabilities for your organization Request a quote Submit About In September 2016 Olivier Van Duüren launched The Dualarity (www.thedualarity.com ), a business and a book, on how to take the pain out of your personal and business transformation, leaving you with a regained sense of spark. After 22 years working in the senior international executive ranks at one of the world's most successful technology companies called Microsoft, he has a unique perspective on the intersection of innovation, transformation, human behavior and societal changes. Olivier has held several senior level global and regional positions at Microsoft spanning sales, operations, marketing, business development, change management, innovation and strategy across consumer, online, retail, advertising, publishing and enterprise crossing all industries (B2C-B2B). He started at Microsoft in 1994 working out of the Benelux to global travelling out of Paris, London, Seattle and New York. He is an active founding investor in 9.5 Ventures (https://ninepointfive.vc/) building tailor-made startups for Corporates. He is a board member or strategic advisor in multiple startups and corporateas. He publishes in Newsweek. Olivier is a professor at the Zigurat Business School (linked to the university of Barcelona) for Technology and Innovation, guest lecturer at different Business Schools, a member of the Professional Speaker Association and Key Person of Influence UK (KPI). As part of The Dualarity Jixso partnership the ‘Visual Senseformers’ he helps organisations to envision and visualise a future proof strategy and culture, ready for the transformational age. Olivier Van Duüren An international public speaker, trend sensemaker, executive whisperer, startup builder, transformer, innovator, active investor and author. Olivier is a thought leader on personal and business transformation advising companies to find balance between performing and transforming. Olivier works with global, regional and local organisations from startups, scaleups, medium to large organisations.

Florence Pérès Author, enthusiastic speaker and expert in coping with change, adaptive resilience, digital balance and focus. To be booked as/for Languages Tags Speaker, Workshops Dutch, French, English Digital Balance, Digital Detox, Focus, Mental Resilience, Change, Coping with change, Adaptive Resilience ▶️ Watch Florence on Change Hacking Biography Topics Testimonials Pictures Get a quote Biography “Fascinating and inspiring, instructive and full of enthusiasm. Florence understands the art of captivating an audience. Amazingly well brought, she anticipated the topics that matters to us ” according to a happy customer. Florence’s talks are based on 25 years of combined experience in the world of the Internet and digital media and mental well-being in the workplace. She held various roles in Sales & Marketing within the internet sector and worked for The Reference, ONE Agency, Dear Media and Duval Union Consulting (now Scopernia). Simultaneously, she delved into health sciences and was a certified mindfulness trainer for years. She was one of the core members of Better Minds at Work during several years. Today, she is Managing Partner of the speakers' bureau Speakersbase, which she co-founded amidst the COVID pandemic. Florence Pérès is the author of the reference work 'Digital Detox’ (Lannoo) and published 'Survivalgids voor tijden van verandering' (Lannoo Campus, 31/10/2023) and 'Survivalguide for times of change' (Lannoo Campus, available as of 15/12/2023). Expect passion, inspiration, interaction, evidence-based insights, practical tips & tools and a certain entertainment level during her presentations. Her keynotes are seamlessly delivered in Dutch, French, and English. Visit https://www.florenceperes.com Topics Hybrid Working Disconnect to reconnect Lees verder For Better (Working) Relationships in a Hyper-connected World and a better Work/Life Balance More Productivity Digital Balance Lees verder Be in control of your screens ! More Specials Start to meditate Lees verder Taster session for active professionals More Change Change Hacking Lees verder Embrace change and challenges in the workplace More Resilience & Well-being Stress and Burn out Lees verder What is it? How to recognize it? How to prevent it? More Productivity Focus your brain Lees verder How to work with more focus and overcome distraction More Resilience & Well-being Boost your mental resilience Lees verder Actionable insights for less stress and more (mental) well-being More Florence is an inspiring storyteller. Her inspiring talk 'Communicate like a pro from home' greatly appealed to our employees. Throughout the presentation, she maintains a beautiful, coherent storyline, which enables her to capture the viewer's focus effectively. Agfa Thomas Cabes, Global Learning Officer Excellente animation d'un workshop sur le Digital Detox. Engie Axima Bernard Arimont, CEO Fascinating and inspiring, educational and filled with enthusiasm. Florence has a knack for captivating a group. Incredibly well delivered and tailored to our most important topics. Vandemoortele Carine Verbraeken, Field Sales Manager Florence had vanaf minuut 1 de volledige aandacht van het publiek en wisselde de theoretische benadering af met vele praktische en interactieve toepassingen. De vele tips & tricks zullen ons publiek (ca 900 medewerkers verspreid over 6 sessies) nog lang bijblijven waardoor Florence onze verwachtingen volledig heeft ingelost. Engie John Mestdag, HSEQ Manager Florence weet op een hele lichte manier toch door te dringen met haar sterke boodschap. Belfius Astrid Leemans, Head of Distribution The "Focus your brain" keynote of Florence during our annual Securex Sales & Marketing kick-off event was a success! Florence combines research-based content with personal anecdotes & fun. Eye openers & takeaways included. Well done! Securex Joelle Helbig, Sales & Marketing 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

< back Personal Leadership as organizational culture The advantages of investing in personal leadership as organiszational culture More detailed information Making personal leadership part of your organizational culture brings many advantages. It combines increased solution and results orientation with improved employee engagement and job satisfaction. In this session Frans explains what personal leadership is about and how you may engrain it in your organization. Fostering personal leadership doesn’t involve complex methodologies or elaborate procedures, it is made out of small day-to-day habits. Together we explore how personal leadership may benefit your organization. Request a quote Submit About Frans specializes in guiding executive teams and collaborating with HR partners in the realms of leadership, talent management, and organizational change. Drawing from his extensive professional background at renowned companies such as IBM, Siemens, PwC, and Johnson & Johnson, he now serves as an independent executive coach and talent strategy advisor for Randstad RiseSmart. Frans also contributes his expertise as an executive coach at Vlerick Business School, where he helps current and emerging leaders unlock their full potential. In addition to his coaching roles, Frans is a sought-after guest speaker at institutions like Antwerp Management School and Artevelde Hogeschool, where he shares his enthusiasm for personal leadership and strives to inspire individuals to achieve their best selves. Through these engagements, Frans collaborates with a diverse range of national and international clients across both private and public sectors. His multifaceted experiences allow him to offer valuable insights and practical strategies tailored to the unique needs of each organization and individual leader, fostering growth, resilience, and success in today's dynamic business environment. Frans van de Ven Passionate personal leadership promoter, empowering executive - team - coach, trusted talent strategy adviser

< back Understanding Generation Z in the workplace Intergenerational Communication More detailed information Radically different than Millennials, Generation Z has an entirely unique perspective on careers and how to define success in life and in the workforce. To better understand the challenges facing this rising workforce and their impact on employers and the workplace, Mariam takes you on the discovery of Generation Z and dives into their individual behaviors, attitudes, and preferences; and separate the myths and stereotypes from reality, how generational stereotypes shape our society and influence (communication in) the workplace. Not only will you discover the differences and similarities between generations, but you will also get tools on how to address intergenerational communication and embrace age diversity in the workplace. Especially for leaders who are now confronted with generation Z. Request a quote Submit About As a diversity and inclusion advocate and keynote speaker, Mariam aims to assist companies in elevating diversity and inclusion on their agendas and understanding the associated benefits. After obtaining her Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences from KU Leuven, she pursued further studies in consumer neuroscience. Mariam has supported various startups and organizations in enhancing their marketing strategies and visibility, with a particular emphasis on diversity and inclusion. Additionally, Mariam is the founder and owner of the statement streetwear brand, KinArmat - female roots in Armenian-. The brand's statements are designed to initiate conversations on topics ranging from gender equality and diversity to female empowerment. Mariam has been invited multiple times as a speaker to share her expertise and experiences, as well as to narrate the story of KinArmat and its marketing strategies. By heeding the insights of a young and diverse woman, companies gain a fresh perspective on marketing methodologies, crucial for attracting diverse talent and fostering inclusivity within their organizations. Mariam Harutyunyan Diversity and inclusion advocate. It's time to start talking about your company's inclusion strategy from marketing to company culture.

< back Dynamic equilibrium, from (im)power to strength in work relationships How a dynamic balance in working relationships can ensure that everyone can use their full potential to achieve great results together. More detailed information In his first book 'Build your dream team', author Johan De Keyser firmly stated that a high-performance team consists of strengthful personalities who are willing to work together to realize a collective dream. And that you do this on the basis of trustworthiness, in all openness and with clear agreements that team members hold each other to account while monitoring their progress. But how do you do that in everyday reality? Because in practice these qualities prove to be more difficult to implement than hoped. What are the relational dynamics that play a role in this collaboration? How do you become a strengthful personality, so that you also practice self-care? How do you deal with this as a team leader or team member? How do you find dynamic equilibrium and move from powerlessness to strength? How do you ensure equivalent relationships within a collaboration? How can you ensure that employees feel really involved, so that they enjoy realizing the set goals and dreams? In a smooth, interactive way, Johan De Keyser makes clear how a dynamic balance in working relationships can ensure that everyone, both inside and outside the organization, can use their full potential to achieve great results together. 'Dynamic Equilibrium' gives you innovative and stimulating insights that make you think, make you consciously reflect and give you the desire to get started right away.' Request a quote Submit About Over the past 30 years, Johan De Keyser has had the privilege of coaching and training a tremendous number of people, teams and organizations. From alcohol and drug addicts to people with depression or burnout. Both in the social sector and in education. But also in companies and SMEs, from workers to CEOs. He was a ward coordinator in a psychiatric hospital for two years, a Team Development Coach at Lineas, the largest private rail freight operator in Europe, an individual coach and therapist at the therapeutic center Tripsyco and a sociotherapist at day center De Welving of AZ Sint Maarten / Emmaus. In October 2018, his first book "Build your dream team" was published. May 2023 his second book 'Dynamic balance' will be published (both by LannooCampus). Johan De Keyser Expert on how to tackle toxic cultures by building dreamteams with powerful people in equivalent relationships. Author of 2 books and the first Humorologist of the BeNeLux.

< back Fully Charged - A roadmap towards more energy and better results Discover the 3 principles for more resilience and better results. More detailed information "I do not have the energy to continue." It's a sentence more and more leaders nowadays use, indicating that their batteries are running empty. The speed and complexity of the ever-changing world we live and work in, demands its toll. More than 50% of the managers are currently reporting an overdosis of chronic stress and are as a result heading towards physical and mental exhaustion. More and more people in general are having difficulties with managing their priorities in work and life. In this inspirational and experiential keynote, Lieven shares the 3 energy principles from his book Fully Charged. You will discover ways to optimise your focus, improve your recovery and expand your energy levels. This will not only result in a better health but will also drastically improve your leadership behaviour and performance. No fluffy advices, but science based principles and methods which you can apply immediately in your daily life. Request a quote Submit About Lieven loves to explore and experience all the internal and external boundaries of our human existence. His curiosity for human optimization and exploration has led him to run ultra distances in the deserts of Morocco and the jungles of Brazil. He's covered snowy mountains wearing nothing but swimming shorts and dived into the ocean on nothing but a single breath. After completing an Executive MBA and spending 10 years in a corporate environment, Lieven founded his own company, Built For Endurance, aimed at helping leaders optimize their energy, health, and performance. His stories center around overcoming fears and unlocking untapped potential, finding purpose, happiness, and striving to become the best version of oneself. Lieven believes in our innate capacity to thrive in stressful situations, emerging stronger and more resilient from them. Lieven Van Linden A long-distance-running-entrepreneur and biohacker, helping people to optimize their health and performance

< 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 Unlocking Next-Level Customer Experiences: The Transformative Power of AI Envision a World Transformed by AI More detailed information We live in a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) takes center stage in reshaping customer experiences faster and faster. We invite you to sign up for this utmost inspiring keynote session, where we delve into the extraordinary opportunities AI presents in revolutionizing customer interactions beyond the current hype of generative AI. We will peel back the hype and appreciate the transformative essence of AI as we unlock the next level of Spotify alike customer experiences. AI, Machine Learning, and Unparalleled Customer Relevance In the realm of modern customer engagement, delivering personalized and relevant experiences to customers is the ultimate goal. The exciting news is that AI and machine learning are turning this aspiration into reality. During this keynote session, we will explore how businesses are utilizing AI and machine learning to transform vast volumes of data into actionable insights. We will show you loads of examples of solutions and models that have worked across various parts of your organisation. Predictive Analysis for Enhanced Customer Engagement One of the key focuses of our sessions will be the redefinition of customer behavior through AI. With AI, we can now predict a customer's next move, anticipate their needs, and deliver tailored and personalized interactions that are not only possible but also more accurate and efficient. We will take a look at Spotify's AI-powered Discover Weekly playlist as an example. By analyzing a user's listening behavior and preferences, Spotify generates a personalized playlist every week, resulting in higher user engagement and loyalty. This success story highlights the transformative power of predictive AI and is setting a new standard in customer expectations in personalisation. Hyper-Personalization: A New Dawn Prepare to venture into the thrilling territory of hyper-personalization during our sessions. Through the use of AI, businesses are now taking personalization to unprecedented levels by creating real-time automated segmentation. One standout example is Starbucks and its AI-powered app, 'My Starbucks Barista'. This AI Chatbot takes orders via voice commands and suggests personalized recommendations based on past orders, greatly enhancing the customer experience - but leaving the element of surprise. Hyper-personalization is opening doors to new possibilities and deeper customer engagement and loyalty. Anticipation, Optimization, Augmentation Our sessions will guide you on how to strategically evaluate your business needs in terms of anticipation, optimization, and augmentation using AI. The ultimate objective is to infuse AI at every touchpoint of your customer's journey, creating seamless and enhanced experiences. By leveraging AI's power, you can anticipate customer needs, optimize processes, and augment human capabilities. Together, these three pillars will pave the way for exceptional customer experiences. Envision a Future Transformed by AI Beyond the usual discussions, our keynote sessions aspire to envision a future where AI transcends its current boundaries. Imagine a world where everyday objects become smart and interactive interfaces through AI integration. Join Us in Shaping the Future of Customer Experiences! 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 Surfing the waves of change Workshop for coworkers More detailed information Every organisation is in full transition, including yours. The world evolves rapidly and one wave of change after another is rushing towards your employees. Dealing with this is not easy for everyone. Some embrace change, for others there is fear, resistance or some form of stress. This workshop of half a day helps your employee to be able to 'cope' with the frequent changes that take place. As an image, we use a surfer who consciously deals with the fickle sea : he/she knows his/her qualities and pitfalls, he/she keeps a clear view of what is coming, makes clear choices, does not take every wave, rests, takes care of himself, is almost never alone, ... During this session we work on self-knowledge : how do I deal with change? we offer insight : which factors make it easy or difficult to deal with change? we offer tools to deal with change more consciously. Participants go home with insights and concrete practical tips to surf the waves of change more relaxed. Request a quote Submit About Tom is an occupational (work) psychologist with over 25 years of professional experience. His mission is to help people work and live better, happier and healthier lives by stimulating them to grow and believe in the power of personal leadership. His work focuses on everything that has to do with 'working together', 'leadership' and 'personal growth'. Tom helps organizations, teams, managers and employees with these themes via coaching, advice, training, workshops and lectures. He is also a part-time lecturer at the Karel de Grote Hogeschool in Antwerp, where he teaches HRM, occupational (work) psychology and applied psychology. In March '21 he launched the site 'www.wievervangtdekoffiekamer.be ' full of good practices and background material on 'connection in the workplace'. Tom Dijckmans Labour Psychologist - 25yrs experience - passionated about human interactions on the workfloor

< back Managers the Day after Tomorrow What management should be like in these disruptive times More detailed information What is the best strategy for the digital world? How can you deal with unpredictability? How is it possible, both as an entrepreneur and as an enterprise, to keep in sync with the outside world, the world of technology and the world of the consumer? Where do you focus your attention? Which of the countless possibilities do you explore? How can you redesign your company to make it sustainably relevant? Which technological wave do you need to surf? What do you have to build up and what do you have to tear down? …, it is a feature of our rapidly changing world that there is no longer a single answer to any of these questions. The moment you give one, you already need to think about how you can best modify it. It is impossible to work with a prefab design when developing a strategy for the digital world. You need to build systematically, block by block, adjusting and amending as you go, so that you can keep up with the changing fashions and opportunities of the day. The questions that Rik wanted to answer in his book are more relevant than ever before as the changes in the outside world and those of the consumer are more devastating than we could ever have imagined in 2018. The waves of change are not only driven by technology but are being amplified by the disruptive force of a virus that has killed the world as we have known it for many decades in just a couple of weeks. And that has created room for a completely new world of unknown ecosystems, business models and customer behaviour. In this keynote, Rik re-visits his book and re-defines what management should be like for Managers in this New Day After Tomorrow. 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.