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Keynote SpeakerRudy De Waele

Creative visionary, culture & network strategist, Co-founder RegenerateX and Unconditional Men

Rudy De Waele’s mission is to bring regenerative principles to business leaders as a holistic way of thinking, being, and acting that can be institutionalised to create a more meaningful, balanced and beautiful world. Rudy has lifelong experience on the frontiers of cultural, artistic and technological innovation. He advises companies,... Read more

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How to Stay Human in the Age of AI
Elevate Collaboration with the Transformative Power of Socratic Dialogue
Energetic Balance Workshop
Regenerative Business Innovation - The Next Paradigm Shift
Leadership Transformation

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Biography

Rudy has lifelong experience on the frontiers of cultural, artistic and technological innovation. He advises companies, leaders and projects on how to design regenerative businesses, co-create hybrid experiences and activate communities for regenerative presence and action.

Rudy De Waele guides, connects and inspires leaders, and entrepreneurs to co-create the regeneration paradigm and in getting ready for the next waves of change through talks, circles, workshops and curating training programs and conferences. His focus is on creating experiential learning and communal experiences on how to thrive in a regenerative economy and how to design conscious businesses and a meaningful life. He coaches practical guidance and inspires an awareness connecting past and future generations.

He is a Keynote Speaker on Regenerative Business Innovation. In his +40 years of experience working in innovation in different sectors and working as a futurist for the last 15 years, his vision for the future is that the deeper underlying systemic shifts cannot happen any longer on the outside and need to happen from innovating from within ourselves.

He founded Unconditional Men, a platform and a community for evolutionary men, empowering the authentic transformation of leaders in service to the regeneration of our communities and the world.

"Rudy gave a fantastic keynote speech at the beginning of our symposium on the future of work in the context of the growing power of artificial intelligence and robotics. The talk was very inspiring and gave an excellent perspective on the current transition in the manufacturing and service industries and on the likely future role of machines. The feedback we got from the audience on his talk was very enthusiastic." Geneva School of Business Administration, Head of Research

"Rudy delivered a superb keynote stimulus presentation on ‘The 10 most disruptive IoT innovations everyone should know about’ at BearingPoint’s European customer event for 250 delegates. His knowledge, insights and creative delivery style and content was, as ever, very impressive." BearingPoint, Simon Torrance, Senior Advisor

"Rudy de Waele was the opening keynote speaker for our first IT Masters CON Monterrey, which gathered a crowd of 250+ attendees from the most important companies in the north of Mexico. He spoke about conscious business, future technology, and the importance of ethics and personal change looking forward. It was superb! He is a very experienced speaker, with a clear narrative and a kind and warm personality. We were thrilled to have him and is welcome again anytime." Netmedia, Monica Mistretta, CEO

"Everybody can talk about the future but not everybody can make sense out of it. Rudy is brilliant at that: he presents the different aspects of disruptive technologies and explains how those will affect business, society and our personal lives. He made a fantastic kick-off to the Leaders’ Congress in Slovenia. Just mesmerizing." Managers’ Association of Slovenia, Sonja Smuk, Executive Director

"Rudy delivered an excellent session on future trends and also participated in a fascinating on-stage interview on future innovation and conscious leadership at the AIS ‘Academy for Thais’. This event attracted over 3,000 senior executives and business owners to explore digital transformation. Rudy’s contribution was insightful and inspiring as it opened the audience’s eyes to the speed and scope of disruption. Rudy has a very strong grasp of where the world is now and where it might be heading depending upon the decisions and actions we take as leaders today." Southeast Asia Center (SEAC), Arinya Talerngsri, Managing Director

"Rudy did the opening keynote of the 4th edition of our flagship event – La Digital Tech Conference – which this year also featured speakers from Google, Amazon, and Mozilla. Our participant survey showed that Rudy’s section came out on the top of the most favourite moments of the event. Congratulation Rudy! In addition to delivering a great speech with many audiovisual illustrations, Rudy is very professional and easy to work with, both in the preparation phase, during and after the event. Warmly recommended." Le Poool, Stanislas Hintzy, Managing Director

Popular Talks by Rudy De Waele

How to Stay Human in the Age of AI
As AI increasingly replaces humans due to cost efficiency, and the lack of meaning at work impacts well-being and productivity, striking a balance between technology and humanity becomes crucial for organizational prosperity. The shift away from Cartesian-Newtonian paradigms necessitates a reevaluation of how we integrate technology while preserving our humanity....

As AI increasingly replaces humans due to cost efficiency, and the lack of meaning at work impacts well-being and productivity, striking a balance between technology and humanity becomes crucial for organizational prosperity.

The shift away from Cartesian-Newtonian paradigms necessitates a reevaluation of how we integrate technology while preserving our humanity. With AI capable of reprogramming genes and rising rates of burnout and depression, it’s imperative to reintroduce human elements into enterprises and organizations.

How do we retain our humanity while embracing living systems AI? How can we align leadership, business, and innovation with sustainable practices that benefit our lives, planet, and future generations? Visionary, compassionate leadership is essential, recognizing both the evolution of technology and our intrinsic human capabilities.

Designing systems prioritizing sustainability and embracing principles of symbiosis, diversity, and regeneration is paramount. The entire organizational ecosystem, including shareholders, leaders, and employees, plays a crucial role in shaping a prosperous future of work.

Rudy offers a unique perspective, blending expertise and real-world examples to guide audiences in transforming their thinking and actions. Tailored presentations and executive workshops can be booked including tools such as Socratic Dialogue and Energy Balance Workshops to co-create the future of organizations.
Elevate Collaboration with the Transformative Power of Socratic Dialogue
The Socratic Dialogue technique is a versatile tool that can be applied across various teams and fields, from business and marketing to HR, legal, technology, and beyond. Designed to stimulate critical thinking and uncover underlying assumptions, it provides a platform for clarity and innovation. In each session, participants engage in...

The Socratic Dialogue technique is a versatile tool that can be applied across various teams and fields, from business and marketing to HR, legal, technology, and beyond. Designed to stimulate critical thinking and uncover underlying assumptions, it provides a platform for clarity and innovation.

In each session, participants engage in thought-provoking discussions aimed at achieving consensus or plurality understanding on moral, ethical, technical, or social issues. Through this process, individuals sharpen their critical and ethical thinking abilities, gaining deeper insights into the complexities of the topic at hand.

Typically spanning about 1.5 hours, a Socratic Dialogue session is flexible and can be extended based on the depth of inquiry or desired outcome. Whether seeking to address specific challenges, generate fresh ideas, or cultivate a culture of collaboration, our sessions empower teams to navigate complex issues with confidence and clarity.
Energetic Balance Workshop
Unlock the full potential of your team with our energizing and transformative workshop designed to foster balance, health, productivity, and prosperity. The Energetic Balance Workshop brings profound awareness and understanding to your teams, guiding them to embrace their natural, healthy masculine and feminine energies while addressing any hidden negative or...

Unlock the full potential of your team with our energizing and transformative workshop designed to foster balance, health, productivity, and prosperity.

The Energetic Balance Workshop brings profound awareness and understanding to your teams, guiding them to embrace their natural, healthy masculine and feminine energies while addressing any hidden negative or toxic energies that may be present in your workplace environment.

Drawing from the ancient philosophy of yin and yang, we explore the interplay between opposing forces and the harmony they bring to the natural world. By recognizing and harmonizing these energies within ourselves and our workspaces, we pave the way for greater success and fulfilment.

In today’s rapidly evolving society, cultural shifts have created imbalances between these energies, often leaving us unaware of their impact on our daily lives, especially in our professional environments.

This workshop empowers participants to delve deeper into the influence of these energies on every aspect of their lives, from decision-making and relationships to work dynamics and future endeavours.

By fostering a deeper connection with inner energies, this workshop equips your team with the tools and insights needed to cultivate a healthier, more balanced, and more productive organization.
Regenerative Business Innovation - The Next Paradigm Shift
The corporate world is on the verge of shifting from old power structures to regenerative systems. Companies are starting to realize that the current boom in sustainability and net-zero commitments will not be enough to transform the vast social, environmental and economic challenges we are facing. Businesses need to take...

The corporate world is on the verge of shifting from old power structures to regenerative systems. Companies are starting to realize that the current boom in sustainability and net-zero commitments will not be enough to transform the vast social, environmental and economic challenges we are facing. Businesses need to take a long-term view and become regenerative businesses, promoting the restoration and regeneration of natural resources and social systems.

How can we co-lead regenerative leadership innovation and transformation? By imagining, creating and designing new possibilities to change your leadership, business models, company culture and organization towards more beautiful, life-centered futures, operating within planetary boundaries, and exploring new collaborative ways to create a regenerative business and economy.

In this talk, you’ll engage in collaborative learning ecosystems and integrate regenerative principles into the fabric of your organization, fostering continuous innovation and adaptation. The talk includes some of the most inspiring hands-on, cross-sectoral case studies and examples of entrepreneurs and companies integrating regeneration into their businesses today.
Leadership Transformation
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Regenerative Business Innovation
Regenerative Leadership
Cultural Transformation
Ethical Technology