< 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.

< back Psychological Safety Unlocking Innovation through Trust and Openness More detailed information Discover the profound impact of cultivating a culture of psychological safety within organizations. This keynote by Najima El Kasmi delves into the critical role that trust and openness play in fostering growth and innovation. Gain valuable insights into creating a supportive environment for employees, essential for building a resilient and successful corporate culture. Explore the vital importance of psychological safety in the modern workplace and its direct influence on business performance. Through real-world examples, participants will be guided in cultivating trust and openness, leading to significant innovations and success. This session highlights how reinforcing psychological safety within teams can enhance productivity and contribute to the development of a positive corporate culture. Join us on this transformative journey towards unlocking the full potential of your organization. Request a quote Submit About Najima El Kasmi, founder of Almuruna, is a seasoned leader advocating for resilience, inclusivity, and people-centered approaches within organizations. With over two decades of experience, Najima has become a visionary in driving organizational development and empowering individuals. Najima's innovative methodologies, rooted in authentic communication and experiential learning, aim to optimize organizational performance and foster a safe, inclusive culture. Her unique approach in professional development initiatives generates lasting impacts on both personal and professional levels. About Almuruna 'Almuruna,' Arabic for flexibility and resilience, guides Najima's team in helping businesses discover and strengthen organizational resilience. Resilient organizations, in Almuruna's vision, are agile and future-proof, with a focus on inclusivity. The team at Almuruna recognizes the uniqueness of each individual, team, or organization, delivering customized organizational development to promote growth. Expertise in Training, Workshops, and Keynotes Najima is an expert speaker on various topics, including psychological safety, authentic communication, diversity and inclusion, and people-centered leadership. Her sessions reflect her ability to make complex topics accessible and relevant to a broad audience. Publications and Awards Najima's contributions to publications and projects, including receiving the Piet Cleemput Prize in 2006, showcase her dedication to impactful research. Her research on resilience enhancement, titled "Strong Mothers, Strong Children," has been published in The Journal of Social Intervention (2020). Najima El Kasmi Champion of leadership, flexibility, and forward-thinking within organizations, always with a deep core focus on resilience, connection, inclusivity, and people-centered leadership.

< back Focus your brain How to work with more focus and overcome distraction More detailed information It’s been called “The Productivity Paradox.” For all our technological innovations, productivity is declining ever more and stress levels are rising. The only way to achieve success in our work is to learn the art of focus. In the age of distraction and information overload, if we don’t master our attention, especially with jammers on the home front and the lack of the normal work routine when working remotely, we will never perform at our best. During this session, you will learn techniques in order to create more focus. You'll be able to: 1) apply the principles of deep work 2) manage your attention in order to be more efficient 3) avoid distractions and deal with information overload 4) learn how to set priorities 5) manage your reachability and availability 6) acquire a (remote and hybrid) meeting hygiene Request a quote Submit About “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 Florence Pérès Author, enthusiastic speaker and expert in coping with change, adaptive resilience, digital balance and focus.

< back Meet your colleague Parc Solvay and Sonian Forest in La Hulpe More detailed information The ideal team outing. Quietly enjoy together and catch up while hearing wonderful stories that inspire you in between. We walk through the beautiful Solvay family estate and the Sonian Forest. The tour includes: the Solvay family, a very strange neighbor, the biggest real estate operation ever, the baby skin of beech trees, how a Freemason moves a cave, artists of all kinds, Steve Jobs' Apple doesn't fall far from the tree, etc. Practical: distance 8 km, duration 2h45 (possibility to adapt duration and distance) Request a quote Submit About To book Jan as a speaker is offering your team a cheerful moment in nature, incredible stories and time for each other. On his beautiful walks through the Sonian Forest, castle domains and Brussels, he gives his audience a relaxing and enjoyable moment while inspiring with his compelling stories. Jan is a master storyteller who takes you to different worlds, alternating stories about nature (from the baby skin of the beech to the crazy ant) with life stories (from entrepreneurs to painters and horse jockeys) and striking facts about the places we pass. Jan invites you to stand back in the world with wonder and to look at it. His strength is to connect people and tailor his stories to the participants – whether they are managers, HR or construction workers. Jan’s track record is rich. He started his career as the right-hand man of a party chairman, he then was a journalist for many years for newspapers such as De Tijd, De Standaard and television (Panorama - VRT), where he won the Dexia Press Prize for the best journalistic work. In 2011, he became an entrepreneur and founded the speaker agency Read My Lips. In 2019, he sold Read My Lips and after a sabbatical he started offering his walking keynotes in 2021. Jan Puype Entrepreneur and not a typical keynote speaker. He takes you on a walk and tells inspiring stories about people and nature.

< back The mental reset How hybrid work and life strengthen resilience More detailed information 2020 and 2021 represented one of the greatest resilience experiments in our lives. What if we embrace this crisis as an opportunity for true transformation ? What if we reset our habits so we can face challenges stronger than we ever did before? What if we take this momentum as a head start for ourselves, our teams and our organisations? In this talk Elke Geraerts inspires you with insights that you need to prepare for a post-pandemic era. She shows you how hybrid work ánd life may render you more productivity, energy and inner peace at the same time . She takes the time with you to reflect on how this hybrid context strengthens resilience for yourself, your teams and your company. And on top of that, she shares her ideas about what you can exactly do to advance (self) leadership , to foster connection within your team, to focus on what really matters, and to touch the right future-proof chords. A must-experience if you want to get ready for the post-pandemic reset! Request a quote Submit About Enthusiasm knows no boundaries, and Elke embodies this with her global presence, having graced platforms worldwide from Kyoto to Cape Town, Lima to Sydney, Dubai, and San Francisco. Her unmatched ability to engage audiences stems from her unique blend of expertise, scientific background, and humor. Elke's enthusiastic approach to translating cutting-edge academic insights into practical everyday applications has garnered widespread acclaim. Her insatiable curiosity and passion for people have paved the way for a successful academic journey. With a PhD in psychology, Elke has held esteemed positions at renowned institutions such as Harvard, St Andrews, Maastricht, and Rotterdam, garnering international recognition for her groundbreaking research. Currently, she serves as a Professor at the University of Ghent. Driven by her deep understanding of mental resilience, Elke founded "Better Minds at Work" in 2014, an international consultancy dedicated to enhancing the mental well-being, energy, and productivity of employees. The company has since grown to include over seventy psychologists, doctors, and consultants. Elke's signature lies in her ability to translate complex psychological concepts into practical, accessible strategies, inspiring individuals and organizations to cultivate resilience and thrive in turbulent times. Her groundbreaking work includes the bestselling book "Mentaal Kapitaal" (Mental Capital: 2015), now in its thirteenth edition and recently launched in English as "Better Minds," as well as in Chinese. She has also released her latest book, "The Mental Reset," offering insights and strategies for navigating a post-pandemic world with resilience and success. Elke Geraerts Keynote Speaker | Human Capital Expert | #1 Bestselling Author | Building the bridge between science and practice | Ptofessor I Doctor in Psychology

< back Crossing Borders What can your organisation learn from other industries & other surprising sources? More detailed information Our society faces many major challenges. Many of them are complex, also called 'wicked problems'. To solve them, cross-over cooperation between silos and sectors is crucial. Designing these collaborations and finding new solutions needs a new discipline: cross-industry innovation . During this entertaining and inspiring presentation, you will explore a simple process & concrete tools to 'translate' solutions from different industries & other surprising resources to your own business . Cyriel will boost your skills to broaden your perspective and give you tips and tools to use out-of-the-ordinary resources to discover new ideas. Request a quote Submit About For more than 20 years, Cyriel Kortleven has been inspiring organisations like IKEA, NASA and Unilever to approach Change with courage, confidence and enthusiasm. His pragmatic advice has earned him the nickname The Simplifier. In an increasingly complex world, we need new simple perspectives to enable us to navigate uncertainty and to turn problems into opportunities. Be ready for practical tips & tools to help you as a leader drive behavioural change. Your audience will be armed with new language and a boost of energy to transform the fear of change into a positive attitude towards the goals you want to achieve. Cyriel uses interaction and humour to create a context where people think and feel differently to reignite their appetite for creativity, taking risks and achieving ambitious results. More than 300 recommendations on Linkedin are proof of his track record of satisfied clients. Don’t mind the change. Change your Mind. Cyriel Kortleven Boosting the Change Mindset and Simplifier

< back Thriving Amidst Turbulence Navigating Constant Change and Overcoming Adversity with Polar Expedition Wisdom More detailed information In the ever-evolving landscape of team dynamics, Julie Brown imparts invaluable wisdom on the essentiality of resilience as a cornerstone of success. Drawing parallels between resilience in polar expeditions and navigating life's tumultuous currents, Julie sheds light on the transformative power of adaptability in the face of uncertainty. Rooted in her profound experiences in polar exploration and personal tragedy, Julie illuminates the indomitable spirit required to weather life's storms. As she grapples with the aftermath of Dixie's tragic accident, Julie's journey epitomizes resilience in action, offering a beacon of hope amidst uncertainty. By embracing resilience, individuals cultivate an environment conducive to innovation and productive problem-solving, even in the most challenging circumstances. Julie's narrative transcends the boundaries of conventional leadership discourse, infusing her insights with the depth of personal experience and the resilience forged in the crucible of adversity. Through her guidance, teams discover the resilience to navigate constant change, emerging stronger and more united in their pursuit of collective goals. With Julie Brown as their guide, teams embark on a transformative journey toward resilience, harnessing the lessons of polar exploration to conquer the most formidable challenges with unwavering determination. Request a quote Submit About Julie Brown, born in 1964 in Detroit, Michigan, USA, is a founding partner and managing director of Polar Circles/Polar Experience expedition activities since 1999. With extensive experience in polar exploration, she serves as a project manager and communications director for her team of polar guides. In addition to expedition management, Julie specializes in developing and delivering corporate activities, including keynote presentations and inspiring motivational speeches to diverse audiences. Fluent in English as her native language, Julie is also proficient in Flemish/Dutch as her second language and conversational in French. Her unique ability to translate the rich metaphors from ambitious polar expeditions into relevant lessons for the business world adds an unexpected spark to any event. With over 20 years of public speaking experience, Julie excels in connecting with live audiences, particularly during spontaneous Q&A sessions, where she shares real anecdotes and visual stimulation from polar expeditions. Julie's journey into polar exploration began under the guidance of Dixie Dansercoer (1962 – 2021) during her first polar expedition to Antarctica in 2000, which included a Mount Vinson ascent. Since then, she has served as the project coordinator for various expeditions, such as the Bering Strait Odyssey in 2005, In the Wake of the Belgica in 2007-2008, Antarctic ICE in 2011-2012, and Greenland ICE in 2014. Beyond expedition management, Julie has also contributed to polar expedition cruises as a lecturer and guide in regions including the Antarctic Peninsula, Greenland, Svalbard, and Norway. Collaborating with Dixie, she has led corporate ICE Campaigns in Iceland, Spitsbergen, and Switzerland. Julie is not only an experienced explorer but also a prolific writer, having published several expedition-related accounts since 1998. In 2014, she co-authored "Surpassing Sastrugi," a book that draws relevant parallels for corporate audiences. Julie also maintains the Polar Experience blog, sharing insights and experiences from her expeditions. Julie was married to Dixie Dansercoer for 22 years until his passing in June 2021. Together, they have four children: Jasper, Evelien, Thijs, and Robin. Recently, they welcomed their first grandchild, Ender Dixie Dansercoer, into their family. Julie Brown Polar expedition coordinator and captivating storyteller, illuminating the parallels between polar expeditions and corporate challenges

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