Trendwatcher, futurist and international keynote speaker
Richard van Hooijdonk
Richard van Hooijdonk is a highly sought-after international futurist, trendwatcher, and keynote speaker who guides organizations into the world of tomorrow.
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About Richard van Hooijdonk
Richard van Hooijdonk is a highly sought-after international futurist, trendwatcher, and keynote speaker who guides organizations into the world of tomorrow. Since 2014, he has delivered over 3,000 keynotes in more than 30 countries, inspiring over 600,000 people worldwide. His presentations are energetic, visually engaging, and always future-focused.
As CEO of the Future Intelligence Agency Trendforce.one, he leads an international research team specializing in emerging and disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, quantum computing, biotech, and blockchain. Richard has authored over 2,000 articles, 60+ white papers, and several books on the impact of technology on work, life, and society.
Audiences have seen enough generic stories – now they want talks tailored to their industries, departments, and areas of work. I focus on the key shifts, opportunities, and disruptions shaping every sector and professional domain. Leaders want to know what’s happening – and what’s next – in their world. That’s where I come in.
His strength lies in translating complex technologies into accessible insights, combining them with current trends and strategic implications. He not only shows what’s coming but also how to respond.
Richard is available for industry-specific talks (e.g. healthcare, education, government, finance, retail, construction, and agriculture) as well as broader keynotes on leadership, trends, work, and innovation.
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"James worked with us to help our sales and operations teams build mutual understanding in order to build winning strategies. He then was called on to speak with different groups about leveraging their talent and achieving greater effectiveness.
He surprised me with how open-minded he was, by his understanding of our specific issues, particularly about marketing. He focused on innovative practices and drew the group into key discussions. His ability to do that was one of the reasons we decided to call on him."
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Your contribution played a major role in that outcome.
“The symposium ‘Pilot vs Nerds: Airpower in the Information Age’ was a great success. Your contribution played a major role in that outcome.”
An amazing presentation that truly opens our eyes.
“An amazing presentation that truly opens our eyes. Energetic and inspiring from start to finish. Thank you for showing us a completely new way to look at the fitness market and its future”
His insights into innovation and transformation within the public sector provided valuable perspectives for the auditing community.
"Mr. van Hooijdonk delivered an engaging and forward-looking keynote that resonated strongly with participants from across Europe. His insights into innovation and transformation within the public sector provided valuable perspectives for the auditing community. A highly relevant and thought-provoking contribution to the IAS Conference”
His energetic presentation kicked off the event with a bang.
“A dazzling journey through new technology. His energetic presentation kicked off the event with a bang.”