Filmmaker | Storyteller | Chief Imagination Officer
Peter de Kock
Peter de Kock is Filmmaker, Storyteller and Chief Imagination Officer. As a speaker, he gives lectures on innovation, change management, Artificial Intelligence, safety, and creativity.
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About Peter de Kock
Peter de Kock is an exceptional speaker with a remarkable background. As a filmmaker, storyteller, former head of covert operations, and Chief Imagination Officer, he uniquely understands how creativity and strategy intersect. With his in-depth expertise in innovation, change management, artificial intelligence, security, and creativity, he inspires organizations striving for progress and transformation.
His life story is at the heart of his message and reads like a thrilling novel. From squatting in abandoned buildings to war zones, from the back row in high school to the forefront of science, and from a prison in Congo to a leadership role in the police force—his diverse experiences have shaped him into a strategic thinker with a unique perspective on innovation and change.
As a student at the Netherlands Film Academy, Peter discovered the power of anarchy. As a filmmaker, he travelled the world and found himself in war zones, collecting stories of humanity, resistance, and resilience. After being arrested multiple times in conflict areas, he made a remarkable career switch. Peter entered the covert world of law enforcement and security agencies, where he learned the value of hierarchy. He introduced creative scenarios to predict criminal behaviour, thwarted a terrorist attack in The Netherlands, and led innovative operations to capture violent criminals. His efforts to modernize a traditional organization were sometimes successful, but always provided valuable insights that he now shares with his audience.
During his doctoral research at Tilburg University, Peter explored how artificial intelligence can be used to predict future incidents. His research not only demonstrated the power of AI but also the predictability of human behaviour.
Through a combination of factual stories and personal experiences, Peter takes you on an unforgettable journey. His sessions are not just informative but transformational. He challenges his audience to rethink innovation, change, and the role of technology in society. With humour, imagination, and strategic acumen, he will leave a lasting impact.
As a speaker, Peter likes to tailor his presentation to your needs. Are you looking for a keynote that pushes boundaries, challenges perspectives, and inspires with real-world stories? Peter de Kock delivers a unique combination of storytelling and strategic insight that your audience won’t soon forget.
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Jack Phillips, CEO & Co-Founder
"Three qualities in Richard have made him an ideal fit to address our technical security audiences: Level of preparation, ability to make complex topics consumable, and his humor & wit. In every case, Richard came well prepared to address the material we had discussed in advance.
In my business, “no surprises” is the key to success, and Richard was always among the most reliable moving parts of our conference. Every fact shared is researched and footnoted, every claim backed up, and every opinion well thought through. His level of preparation makes him predictable. That is an essential quality.
“Mind-bender” and “he really made me re-think how I think” are common remarks from our attendees who hear Richard speak. He has a knack for taking technical topics and boiling them down to essential human concerns, and that sells well among my audience. He is a “futurist” in the truest sense of the word.
Finally, if you need someone to increase the energy of a delegation group, Richard is a great choice. His humor and wit are sophisticated, but really put a room full of professionals at ease. Richard is able to draw from so many experiences outside of technology to bring a lighter side to so many technical topics.
In sum, Richard unfailingly brings inspiration and hope to our audience. Attendees walk out of our events with Richard’s words stuck in their brains, and a sense of what’s possible. They then think of IANS as the source of that inspiration, and that’s good for my business."
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