Rik has been a C-level manager in large international (stock exchange as well as family-owned) companies for over 25 years, running global sales and marketing divisions, but also as a general manager overlooking all aspects of conducting a successful business. He was known to be a value creator, somebody that... Read more
Rik has been a C-level manager in large international (stock exchange as well as family-owned) companies for over 25 years, running global sales and marketing divisions, but also as a general manager overlooking all aspects of conducting a successful business. He was known to be a value creator, somebody that was able to turn lost cases into a profitable business, not by cost cutting, by questioning the status quo of business rules and by being creative.
Rik has always been intrigued by how technology could change the business models and how re-defining the building blocks could re-write the rules of the game rather than just trying to outrun competition. Rik has always put the customer experience at the heart of business and has made maximum use of people and new technologies to build business success. Building FEAST interfaces was the secret he now likes the share on stage, in workshops or in coaching: Fast, Easy, Accessible, Simple and Tempting.
On stage, in his workshops and coaching, Rik blends his vast business experience, with his profound knowledge of all things digital, new business models and the way to organise the company and create the right culture to re-write the rules of the game, with his unique talent to energize people and inspire them so they want to actually move forward and be the change.
Rik is guaranteed to bring energy, fun and loads of ideas, concepts and inspiration. He is being recognized as one of the leading thought leaders on business models for a digital world and is being called a positive business philosopher because of his talent to look upon businesses, people and society and expose the opportunities rather than the barriers. Rik likes to de-hype the hypes of the day and reveal what really matters. He is everything but middle of the road and he doesn’t like boxes nor rigid rules. He shakes, rattles, rolls and gets the audience or participants to re-wire. Antifragility is the name of the game.
Rik has written ‘Managers The Day After Tomorrow’ (2018), ‘The guide to the Ecosystem Economy’ (2021) and Net curiosity score (2024). He is an active producer of blogs, vlogs and quotes to keep challenging the status quo.
This session offers valuable insights into the forces shaping the future and highlights the need for proactive leadership. Attendees will learn how companies can take charge and design their future now. The masterclass equips leaders to recognize emerging trends and use them to create a strategic, sustainable path forward.
You can book Rik Vera through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Rik's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Rik Vera's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Rik tailored to your event.
Rik Vera speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Rik to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Rik Vera for events worldwide, subject to Rik's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Rik Vera is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Rik can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Rik Vera on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Rik can offer.
Rik Vera delivers keynotes in Dutch, English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Rik Vera's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work. To get a clear sense of Rik's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Rik Vera can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Future, Future & Technology, Future of Work is relevant. Details of Rik's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Rik Vera is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Rik Vera, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Rik's current availability for your dates.