Dr Mark van Rijmenam

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is a world-leading Strategic Futurist, author, and global keynote speaker who equips organizations with the judgment needed to thrive in the Intelligence Age. Operating under the core philosophy that "when intelligence is everywhere, judgment is everything," Mark steps in after the initial technology hype to provide leadership teams with reliable frameworks, a clear stance on risk, and a decisive path to action. Recognized by Salesforce as one of 16 prominent AI voices, he holds both the Certified Speaking Professional and Global Speaking Fellow designations.

At the center of Mark's methodology is the WAVE Framework (Watch, Adapt, Verify, Empower)—a repeatable decision architecture that empowers leaders to evaluate emerging technologies, from automation to robotics. His acclaimed insights have been delivered at over 200 events across 32 countries, earning a stellar 9.2 NPS. Mark has advised and spoken for top-tier global institutions, including Mastercard, EY, Coca-Cola, Mazars, and Misk, consistently transforming complex tech concepts into practical, human-centric strategies.

A prolific thought leader, Mark is the author of the award-winning book Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change. Beyond the stage, he ensures continuous strategic alignment through platforms like Futurwise and his Synthetic Minds newsletter, shifting organizational mindsets from merely "tracking the future" to actively shaping it. Whether delivering a keynote in person, virtually, or via holographic projection, Mark provides a blueprint for responsible innovation and long-term resilience,