PROFILE
Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is a strategic futurist known as The Digital Speaker. He stands at the forefront of the digital age and lives and breathes cutting-edge technologies to inspire Fortune 500 companies and governments worldwide. As an optimistic dystopian, he has a deep understanding of AI, blockchain, the metaverse, and other emerging technologies, and he blends academic rigour with technological innovation.
His pioneering efforts include the world’s first TEDx Talk in VR in 2020. In 2023, he further pushed boundaries when he delivered a TEDx talk in Athens with his digital twin, delving into the complex interplay of AI and our perception of reality. In 2024, he launched a digital twin of himself offering interactive, on-demand conversations via text, audio or video in 29 languages, thereby bridging the gap between the digital and physical worlds – another world’s first.
As a distinguished 5-time author and corporate educator, Dr Van Rijmenam is celebrated for his candid, independent, and balanced insights. He is also the founder of Futurwise, which focuses on elevating global digital awareness for a responsible and thriving digital future.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Facing a new Reality: AI - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Leadership 4.0: Thriving in the Synthetic Age
Metaverse Mastery: Decoding Reality in an Immersive World
Building a Bionic Business: Constructing AI-Driven Organizations
The Digital Renaissance: Reimagining Work and Collaboration
