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Keynote SpeakerRichard van Hooijdonk

Trendwatcher and Futurist

Richard van Hooijdonk is a highly sought-after international futurist, trendwatcher, and keynote speaker who guides organizations into the world of tomorrow. Since 2014, he has delivered over 2,500 keynotes in more than 30 countries, inspiring over 600,000 people worldwide. His presentations are energetic, visually engaging, and always future-focused. As CEO... Read more

Biography

Richard van Hooijdonk is a highly sought-after international futurist, trendwatcher, and keynote speaker who guides organizations into the world of tomorrow. Since 2014, he has delivered over 2,500 keynotes in more than 30 countries, inspiring over 600,000 people worldwide. His presentations are energetic, visually engaging, and always future-focused.

As CEO of the Future Intelligence Agency Trendforce.one, he leads an international research team specializing in emerging and disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, quantum computing, biotech, and blockchain. Richard has authored over 2,000 articles, 60+ white papers, and several books on the impact of technology on work, life, and society.

His strength lies in translating complex technologies into accessible insights, combining them with current trends and strategic implications. He not only shows what’s coming but also how to respond.

Richard is available for industry-specific talks (e.g. healthcare, education, government, finance, retail, construction, and agriculture) as well as broader keynotes on leadership, trends, work, and innovation.

“A dazzling journey through new technology. His energetic presentation kicked off the event with a bang.” Patrick Steemers, Partner at Deloitte
“Your keynote ‘Trendz! Towards 2030’ shook up the entire Customs organization. It left the biggest impression of the day and brought strategic topics to the management’s radar.” Alex Drost, Director, Douane Nederland
“A passionate speaker with a powerful and versatile message. Everyone described the talk as a ‘wow’ experience.” Maarten Buikhuisen, Global Operations, Heineken
“The symposium ‘Pilot vs Nerds: Airpower in the Information Age’ was a great success. Your contribution played a major role in that outcome.” Alexander Schnitger, Lieutenant General Air Force, Koninklijke Luchtmacht

Popular Talks by Richard van Hooijdonk

  • AI revolution

    The developments around AI are happening at breakneck speed. The next step, generative AI, is going through organisations like a shockwave, with major consequences for jobs, departments, organisations, and even entire sectors. It all started with ChatGPT and Copilot, but what will be the next step and how do you...

  • AI for managers

    AI — artificial intelligence — is hot. But what exactly does it entail and how can organisations benefit from these promising developments? Experience the world of artificial intelligence in our immersive masterclass.

  • Trends 2040. Are you ready?

    Tomorrow’s world is just around the corner, with robots performing repetitive and predictable tasks, and sensors and cameras representing the digital feelers of our world. Self-learning algorithms will intervene on time and offer the best solutions at astonishing speeds.

  • The company of the future

    Dominated by exponential technology and disruption, the world around us is changing rapidly. As an organisation, how do you deal with these changes? How do you successfully manoeuvre towards the future? Which steps can you take? And what are the characteristics of a future leader? This keynote lecture will offer...

  • The future of leadership

    The lightning-fast technological and social developments have a major impact on business models and organisations — and therefore on leadership. We need new leaders who can transform emerging uncertainty into success.

  • Future of industries

    The future of construction, The future of education, The future of finance, The future of healthcare, The future of retail, The future of logistics, The future of smart cities, The future of smart governments, The future of agriculture, The future of crime and security, The future of marketing, The future...

  • AI for sectors

    AI and education, AI and construction, AI and smart cities, AI and healthcare, AI and logistics, AI and retail, AI and agriculture, AI and the government, AI and the finance sector

  • AI for organisations

    AI and innovation, AI and customerservice, AI and HRM, AI and purchasing, AI and marketing, AI and sales, AI and leadership, AI and operations, AI and legal, AI and finance