AI KEYNOTE SPEAKER - TRENDWATCHER - FUTURIST
Notable Clients & Speaking Engagements
Over the past years, Richard has delivered more than 3,000 keynotes across 30+ countries, inspiring over 700,000 attendees worldwide.
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More than 400 brands enjoy working with Richard
Below is a selection of brands and organizations for which Richard van Hooijdonk has spoken in recent years. Many of these — including IBM, various governments, NATO, PwC, Deloitte, and Ernst & Young — are long-term clients who regularly book him for international conferences and executive events.
He is a seasoned keynote speaker with deep insights across nearly every industry – a trusted voice on the future, AI, innovation, emerging technologies & the future of leadership
Finance & Professional Services
- Deloitte
- KPMG
- PwC
- BDO Global
- Ernst & Young
- Everest Worldwide / Amazon
- ING
- ABN AMRO
- Rabobank
- AFM (Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets)
Government & Public Sector
- NATO
- Interpol
- United Nations / Counter-Terrorism Division
- Ministry of Defense
- Ministry of Justice
- Ministry of National Affairs
- European Commission
- European Police Academy
- Customs
- TBS Justice Clinics
- Government of Iceland
- IIA Norway
Technology & IT
- SAP
- IBM
- Palo Alto Networks
- Amazon / AWS
- Booking.com
- Salesforce
- ATOS Europe
- KPN
- Vodafone
- ASML
- Siemens
- Konica Minolta
- Samsung
- Tata Consultancy Services (India)
- Nasscom (India)
Education & Academia
- Applied Technology High School (Abu Dhabi)
- Maastricht University
- Nyenrode University
- University of Amsterdam
Industry, Energy & Infrastructure
- DAF Trucks
- Volvo
- TenneT
- ProRail
- Heijmans
- VolkerWessels
- BAM
- Strukton
- DSM
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
- Teva Pharmaceuticals
- Sanofi
- Johnson & Johnson
- Canon Medical Systems
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International Organizations & Events
- World Economic Forum (Davos)
- Great Minds Event (Dubai)
- Richmond Events (Davos)
- Cybersec Europe
- Europe Berlin Parking Event
- Cruiseship Event (London)
- CMO Talk (Brussels)
- CoreNet Global
Retail, FMCG & Consumer Brands
- Pernod Ricard
- Wella Professionals
- Bestseller
- Nike
- McDonald’s (Greece)
- Cargill
- Ahold
- Bol.com
- Unilever
- Douwe Egberts / Dr Pepper
Logistics & Mobility
- Pon Logistics & Mobility
- Samskip
- North Sea Port
- Global Logistics Summit (Mexico)
Telecom & Networks
- MTN Mobile Network (South Africa)
- Vodafone
- KPN
- Deutsche Telecom
Other / Cross-Sector
- 3M Global (Germany)
- European Care Authority
- Cybersecurity Events (EU)
Richard van Hooijdonk
Richard is the rare example of a futurist who puts his money where his mouth is – literally. He has multiple chip implants because he doesn’t just research the future, he lives it.
This hands-on approach has made him one of the world’s most credible voices on technological disruption. His insights have reached over 600,000 executives, experts and decision-makers who need to understand how AI, robotics, quantum computing, biotech and more will reshape their industries.
Alongside his international research team at FutureZone.ai, Richard tracks the technologies that will create tomorrow’s winners and losers. He doesn’t just predict the future – he helps leaders prepare for it and build pro-change mindsets.
Experiences
Richard succeeded excellently in waking up our leaders and setting them on the path to the future: after the lecture, discussions took place across various parts of the organisation about the topics covered, and initiatives have been set in motion.
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.
“We thank you once again for your inspiring contribution as the kickoff of the module. We found your lecture very valuable. The inspiration and answers to the questions have given the participants much to think about. As a result of this Top Defence Leadership Programme, we expect several new initiatives to emerge. And that is thanks in part to your inspiring kickoff.”
“With your presentation you awakened the customs organisation. At the end of the day it turned out that your presentation had made the biggest impression. You made sure the issues were put on Strategic Management’s radar.”
“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.”
“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.”
