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Dr. Mark van Rijmenam

The world’s #1 futurist and leading voice in AI
  • Founder of Futurwise—the fastest path to your next insight
  • Author of six books, including “Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change”
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Dr. Mark van Rijmenam Speaker Biography

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is a strategic futurist and award-winning keynote speaker, known for living at the sharp edge of tomorrow. He is globally ranked as the #1 futurist and Salesforce recognized him as a leading voice in AI (one of 16 globally).
 
Having pioneered virtual reality keynotes and TEDx talks, explored AI breakthroughs through a digital twin of himself, and cycled across the harsh Australian outback to raise funds for children’s cancer research, he is on a lifelong mission to empower others with a mindset that doesn’t merely predict the future but actively sculpts it. He is a LinkedIn Top Voice and the author of six books on emerging technologies and he is celebrated for offering a balanced perspective on the future and turning abstract ideas into tangible concepts.
 
Formerly describing himself as an Optimistic Dystopian, Dr. van Rijmenam has evolved into an Architect of Tomorrow—equipping Fortune 500 companies, governments, and changemakers to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies with vision, resilience, and purpose.
 
His latest book is Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change, is unlike any business book. It doesn’t just explain the future; it lets you experience it with a sci-fi story from 2051 woven throughout, 280-character TidalShots you can share instantly, and—here’s the game-changer—a 24/7 AI digital twin that coaches you through exponential change. This isn’t another book about technology trends, it’s a practical framework that blends Eastern philosophy, Indigenous wisdom, Western innovation, and Nature’s wisdom to help us navigate a world where AI, robotics, and synthetic biology are converging at breakneck speed.
 
As a Certified Speaking Professional, Global Speaking Fellow, and 6-time author, he has captivated audiences in over 30 countries, blending academic rigor with cutting-edge innovation. He is the founder of Futurwise, which helps you cut through the noise to obtain more wisdom on fast-changing topics using hyper-personalized insights from trusted sources.
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Leadership 4.0: Thriving in the Synthetic Age

How to thrive in the age of AI.

We are living in the most transformative era in history, where machines and humans converge like never before. As emerging technologies, such as (Generative) AI, the metaverse or quantum computing, continue to reshape every industry and workforce, the need for visionary leaders who can harness its exponential power and unlock new opportunities has never been greater.

In this impactful and inspirational keynote, Dr Mark van Rijmenam, a renowned expert in technological leadership, reveals how visionary leaders can harness the power of emerging technologies to shape their businesses and prepare for tomorrow.

“Thought-provoking and inspired us to think differently” – White and Case

In this insightful & strategic keynote, audiences discover:

  • How to achieve an EXPONENTIAL MINDSET to harness, adapt and guide transformative technologies RESPONSIBLY.
  • How to ELEVATE DIGITAL AWARENESS within your organisation to ensure a thriving digital future for all your stakeholders.
  • The secrets to THINK LONG-TERM, especially with AI, as decisions made today have long-lasting impacts that define your digital legacy
  • Delegates will leave equipped with the strategies, insights, and foresight to navigate the complex terrain of Leadership 4.0, ensuring they remain at the forefront of the digital revolution.

Leadership 4.0 is an essential conference keynote for any forward-thinking leadership event or an immersive half-day workshop.

 

Metaverse Mastery: Decoding Reality in an Immersive World

How the metaverse will change business forever.

As the boundary between digital and physical continues to blur, businesses and individuals must ready themselves to operate seamlessly across both realms. In this cutting-edge keynote, Dr Mark van Rijmenam, a digital innovation trailblazer, unveils the metaverse’s transformative potential for business, work, and daily interactions.

The metaverse can be seen as the next iteration of the internet: a version that supports immersive, interactive, and persistent online digital experiences. It is not a single place, let alone one specific virtual world, but it will affect every industry and every organisation.

“This was an awe-inspiring session […] sparking curiosity and sharing a glimpse of what the metaverse entails” – Nestlé

In this futuristic & engaging keynote, audiences discover:

  • The profound implications of the METAVERSE for BRAND IDENTITY, CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT, and NEW MARKET OPPORTUNITIES.
  • How to cultivate a METAVESE-FIRST mindset, ensuring adaptability in this rapidly-evolving digital era.
  • Navigating challenges in ETHICS, PRIVACY, and SECURITY within immersive digital experiences.
  • Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the metaverse’s role in shaping the business world and the tools to master it.

Metaverse Mastery is the perfect keynote for tech summits, business conferences, or an extensive half-day seminar.

Building a Bionic Business: Constructing AI-Driven Organizations

Why embracing AI is no longer optional but a necessity.

Generative AI has taken the world by storm, but within the next decade, only organisations that embrace AI at all levels within their organisation will survive. Embracing AI, digital twins and robotics within your business will result in human-machine collaboration, creating a bionic business ready for tomorrow.

In this fast-paced and inspiring keynote, Dr Mark van Rijmenam demystifies the journey of transforming organisations through generative AI, digital twins and robotics, illustrating both its profound benefits and inherent challenges.

“Mark brought great perspectives and was thought-provoking about possible future scenarios” – Commonwealth Bank Australia.

In this futuristic keynote presentation, audiences will discover:

The unparalleled ADVANTAGES of AI in ENHANCING PRODUCTIVITY, DRIVING INNOVATION, and CREATING COMPETITIVE EDGE using AI, robotics and digital twins.

 

The Digital Renaissance: Reimagining Work and Collaboration

Why the future of work demands reinvention in the face of digital transformation.
The future of work revolves around three megatrends with significant implications for the employee experience: data, decentralisation, and automation. As we experience a digital renaissance, how we work and what we do will forever change.

In this enlightening keynote, renowned futurist Dr Mark van Rijmenam charts the course of work and collaboration in a world where decentralised systems, autonomous agents and the metaverse are becoming the norm, disrupting the future of work and collaboration.

“Dr Mark is a fantastic and engaging speaker.” – EY

In this insightful and highly-relevant keynote, audiences discover:

  • The DRIVING FORCES reshaping WORKPLACE DYNAMICS, TEAM COLLABORATION, and LEADERSHIP.
  • How to foster a culture of INNOVATION, FLEXIBILITY, and INCLUSIVITY in a decentralised work environment.
  • How to attract GEN Z to your organisation, be it as an EMPLOYEE or CUSTOMER
  • Participants will depart with a blueprint to reshape their organisations, ensuring they remain competitive in the Digital Renaissance.

The Digital Renaissance is a tailor-made keynote or half-day workshop for professionals and business leaders that want to prepare their businesses for tomorrow.

Unleashing the Generative AI Genie: A Dive into AI’s Promises and Perils

Why understanding generative AI’s dual-edged sword is crucial.
Generative AI is a form of AI that can create original content, such as text, images, and entire virtual worlds. In the coming years, technologies such as large language models or machine learning will disrupt entire industries and societies.

In this captivating keynote, Dr Mark van Rijmenam delves into the ground-breaking realm of generative AI, exploring its potential and the cautionary tales it brings. He might even bring his digital twin to the stage to energise your audience.

Generative AI is transforming industries, but with great power comes great responsibility.

“Brilliant and Intriguing” – Tecala

In this forward-looking & thought-provoking keynote, audiences discover:

  • The REVOLUTIONARY CAPABILITIES of generative AI in CREATIVITY, INNOVATION, and PROBLEM-SOLVING.
  • The ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS and potential pitfalls in deploying generative technologies.
  • How to balance INNOVATION with RESPONSIBILITY, ensuring generative AI serves humanity and not the other way.
  • Audience members will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate the promising yet perilous waters of generative AI.

Unleashing the Generative AI genie is a must-attend for tech innovators, and ethical thinkers, or can be turned into an immersive half-day workshop for executive leaders.

Data-Driven Destiny: Harnessing the Power of Information
Why mastering the art of data is a prerequisite for success.
In a world awash with information, true leaders know how to decipher, harness, and act upon the tsunami of data coming their way. This requires digital awareness and digital literacy across the organisation.

In a world dominated by big data, leaders need to think exponentially. In this compelling keynote, data strategist Dr Mark van Rijmenam unravels the transformative power of data, showcasing how businesses can utilise it to innovate, optimise, transform, and lead.

“Highly relevant and very inspirational” – Dealer Tire

In this in-depth & strategic keynote, audiences discover:

  • The role of BIG DATA in shaping MARKET TRENDS, CUSTOMER BEHAVIORS, and BUSINESS STRATEGIES.
  • Techniques to extract MEANINGFUL INSIGHTS, ensure DATA INTEGRITY, and protect PRIVACY.
  • How to foster a CULTURE OF DATA LITERACY and drive decisions grounded in robust data analysis.
  • Participants will leave with the strategies and tools to truly harness the immense power of data in their respective domains.

Data-driven destiny is the go-to session for data enthusiasts, business strategists, or an expansive half-day seminar.

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I am so grateful to have had Mark as one of our keynote speakers at Global Big Data 2016 Application and Research Forum Qingdao China. 16-18 Nov 2016 (http://www.bigdata-qingdao.com). His big data and Blockchain expertise is very helpful for helping us thinking outside the box. As a person, he is great to treat and if you are looking for a speaker, Mark is one on top of the list.

Forticy Group Inc

“Mark van Rijmenam delivered an excellent keynote presentation at Big Data Week London 2016. I knew it was going to be a great talk, since his reputation preceded him, but I was pleasantly surprised to find out that his expertise goes beyond the big data field. Mark has a way of framing topics through an extensive web of inter-disciplinary insight and know-how that pushes the conversation forward for all of us. If you are in search of a speaker that can bring both inspiration and actionable advice to your event, Mark is your guy.”

Programme Director Big Data Week

” I invited Mark to join one of our International Congress as the main speaker for BigData2015 World Insights. As a person he is great to treat, responsable and compromised human. As a leader he shared his knowledge with all attendees and the organizers. After the event the attendees satisfaction survey showed Mark had one of the best keynotess and the majority of them wanted him back for our next conference. This shows the professional and important knowledge he can share. His pitch involved people and he invited them to connect with the topic.”

Big Data World Insights, Colombia

” Capgemini asked Mark to support us for a customer workshop on Big Data roadmap. Mark was instrumental in setting up the workshop format and structure. During the workshop he shared his views on Big Data and a possible way forward. Mark combines big data content with a personal drive to create an inspiring Big Data story.”

Capgemini CTO NL – Insights & Data

” Mark participated in our Bridge-ing Big Data Workshop and did an excellent job. His Big Data and Technology expertise and insight greatly added to the tenor of the conversations and helped many traditional engineers think “outside the box.” I wouldn’t hesitate to include him in similar discussions in the future!”

Professor & Department Chair, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

“The session went great, he talked about open AI and people were very engaged and sharing their experiences in the chat, so was a lot of fun.”

Coca-Cola

“Mark was our keynote speaker at a recent Dealer Tire Enterprise Data Analytics Summit. His presentation was highly relevant and very inspirational. He incorporated many examples throughout his talk and tied them directly back to our business. Perfect pace, excellent delivery, great content. I would highly recommend Mark as a speaker, particularly for anything related to cutting-edge tech strategy. ”

Chief Technology Officer – Dealer Tire

“Really enjoyed hosting Mark as a fascinating guest speaker at our internal LIFT Academy talk on the metaverse, as part of our Frontier Tech Trilogy. Mark shared great examples of how the metaverse will affect our people our work and our clients. He managed to explain an abstract concept in a thought-provoking way, inspiring us how to think differently when it comes to the next iteration of the internet. ”

Director of Professional Support White & Case