Josh Valman was formerly the CEO of RPDK, an innovative business with a global reach that designs, develops, and manufactures products for companies seeking to leverage cutting-edge ideas, processes, and international markets. In 2023, Josh sold his business, RPD, to Kinara International, where he continued to run the newly named... Read more
Josh Valman was formerly the CEO of RPDK, an innovative business with a global reach that designs, develops, and manufactures products for companies seeking to leverage cutting-edge ideas, processes, and international markets. In 2023, Josh sold his business, RPD, to Kinara International, where he continued to run the newly named RPDK as part of the global manufacturing group.
At 10, Valman designed his first robot. At 13, he sent off his designs and his £500 life savings to a factory in China to make the components. By 15, he was working as a freelance engineering and supply chain consultant, taking conference calls with China after school. Five years later, his company employed over 60 people worldwide, supplying some of the world’s largest manufacturing businesses from over 100 factories.
RPDK operated a global network of people and facilities, combining expertise from heavy and precision engineering to sculptors and artists, with manufacturers specializing in diverse areas. This ‘distributed creativity’ model pooled various talents and experiences. The network of factories allowed RPDK to produce anything from unique prototypes to runs of a million units for clients ranging from airlines to hotels.
Covering everything from problem-solving to market disruption, manufacturing and supply chain processes to R&D and innovation, as well as the internet of things, wearable technology, and the 3D printing revolution, Valman continues to explore how manufacturing is changing and shaping the world.
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Josh Valman's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Josh tailored to your event.
Josh Valman speaks on Entrepreneurial, Innovation & Creativity, Technology. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Josh to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Josh Valman for events worldwide, subject to Josh's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Josh Valman is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Josh can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Josh Valman on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Josh can offer.
Josh Valman delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Josh Valman's areas of expertise include Entrepreneurial, Innovation & Creativity, Technology. To get a clear sense of Josh's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Josh Valman can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Entrepreneurial, Innovation & Creativity, Technology is relevant. Details of Josh's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Josh Valman is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Josh Valman, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Josh's current availability for your dates.