Richard van Hooijdonk
Inspiring keynotes on technology, AI and the future
Booked worldwide by businesses, organisations and government bodies.
Keynotes on AI, new technology and the future of organisations and leadership.
- 3,000+ keynotes
- 650,000+ participants
- 30+ countries
- Bestselling author
The AI Revolution
AI depends on peopleAI sees, hears and reasons, and discovers and creates what we had not yet imagined. This keynote shows what that means, today and tomorrow, for work, the organisation and the people in it.
Six keynotes on AI, new technology and the future
Each keynote takes a different angle on what lies ahead for organisations over the coming years. A tool solves one problem; a vision changes an entire organisation. Then, for every process, the question: what does AI do, and what do people do?
Trends and the futureTrends 2040
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AI and cultureThe AI Revolution
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AI agentsAgentic AI
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LeadershipLeadership and Management in the AI Era
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SecurityCybercrime in the AI Era
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OrganisationThe Organisation of the Future
View the keynote →The future of your sector
Every sector is dealing with AI and new technology, but each in its own way. In healthcare, a digital twin of the patient could model a treatment before it starts; in logistics, AI agents could rebook transport during a storm or strike before the customer notices. The keynotes can be tailored to twenty sectors, each focused on the trends that make the difference there.
Healthcare
Government
Defence
Policing & security
Smart cities
Construction
Mobility
Industry 4.0
Energy & utilities
Logistics
Retail
Wholesale
Hospitality & tourism
Agriculture
Financial services
Legal
Accountancy & advisory
Education
Media & entertainment
Telecoms
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Several chips implanted in his body
He uses these chips to open doors and make payments.
Richard van Hooijdonk is a trend watcher, futurist and international keynote speaker. Many trend watchers and futurists look at the future from a distance. Richard van Hooijdonk lives in it. His team consists of people and AI agents, and he has several chips implanted in his body. He speaks about AI and new technology, the organisation of the future and leadership in the AI era.
- BookDe wereld van morgen (The World of Tomorrow)
- Blogs2,000+
- MediaRadio and television
On stage
A packed conference hall, a televised panel discussion, a police summit in Dubai.
- Duration30, 45, 60 minutes or longer, with time for questions
- LanguageDutch or English
- Formaton location or online
- FeeOn request
- Masterclasscan include a workshop
What clients say
“An impressive and noteworthy presentation for our employees and customers. The rate at which change is happening, which you eloquently brought across in your energetic speech, requires a disruptive approach. To be continued!”Read the full review →
“You gave us all honest, inspired and entertaining insights. Your performance was highly appreciated by the conference participants and EU members.”Read the full review →
“Richard delivered an excellent presentation for the key clients we invited to Innovation Runway 2026. Engaging, interesting content, and thought-provoking statements made his presentation perfectly suited for our top relations.”Read the full review →
“The symposium ‘Airpower in the Information Age’ was a great success. Nothing but positive feedback from the participants. In no small part thanks to your commitment and dedication, we were able to achieve this result.”Read the full review →
“A dazzling journey through new technology. The enthusiasm and energy during his presentation, combined with the visuals, provided a successful kick-off to our event.”Read the full review →
“Great keynote that really opened our eyes. Sparkling and energetic, from beginning to end. Thanks Richard, for showing us this different view of the fitness market and its future.”Read the full review →
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