Gijs van Wulfen

Gijs van Wulfen

Keynote Speaker: Bestselling Innovation Author, Global Thought Leader on Design Thinking, Founder of FORTH Innovation Methodology

Gijs van Wulfen Biography

Gijs van Wulfen is a bestselling innovation author, LinkedIn Thought Leader, and an inspiring speaker on entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation. His speaking style is informal, direct, and humorous. Recently recognized as the number one Global Thought Leader on Design Thinking by Thinkers360, he continues to influence the field profoundly.

He is very driven to jumpstart innovation in organizations because they are struggling with the creation of innovation in their hectic day-to-day business. He was educated as a business economist and has 25 years of experience as a fast-moving consumer goods marketer, as a boardroom consultant at Ernst & Young and Boer & Croon, and as an innovation expert.

He is the founder of the FORTH innovation methodology. FORTH is a customer-oriented and inspiring innovation expedition to create new mini business cases for innovative products, services, and business models. The FORTH innovation method connects the day-to-day business reality with outside-the-box creativity. An asset of the method is that it creates internal support for innovation. FORTH is an acronym and stands for Full steam ahead, Observe and Learn, Raise ideas, Test ideas, and Homecoming. The method is described in his latest innovation bestseller "The Innovation Expedition." Additionally, he has influenced audiences worldwide through keynotes such as "How to Create a Design Thinking Culture for Innovation" and "How to Find Your Way Through the Innovation Maze," which provide practical guidance and draw parallels between historical explorations and modern innovation challenges.

Gijs facilitates his innovation method worldwide and is used to working and speaking in an international setting. He has delivered transformative keynotes at significant events like The Pharma Summit in Berlin; the Conference of the International Society for Professional Innovation Management in Barcelona; Let’s Play Innovation in The Netherlands; Design Thinking Festival in Potsdam; Service Design Conference in Helsinki; European Conference on Creativity and Innovation in Portugal; and TEDxVitosha. His engaging storytelling, noted for its use of colorful metaphors and a balanced mix of anecdotes, personal insights, and humor, has earned him praise from professionals across diverse sectors.

In 2012, Gijs was invited by LinkedIn to join their first 150 LinkedIn Thought Leaders, establishing him further as a significant influencer in his field. In his speeches, Gijs loves to make difficult things easier. Through his informal personal style, infectious enthusiasm, and persuasiveness, he gets people moving beyond their borders. He is 53 years old, the father of two children, and lives in The Netherlands, Europe.

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Gijs van Wulfen Videos

Speaker on innovation: Gijs van Wulfen - YouTube

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What topics does Gijs van Wulfen speak about?

Gijs van Wulfen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Blogging, Technology, Communication, Marketing, Futurism, Computer Science, Non-Profit, Science, Social Sciences, Business, Business Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Data, Disruptive Thinking, Economy, Research & Exploration, Leadership and Workshop.

Where does Gijs van Wulfen travel from?

Gijs van Wulfen generally travels from The Netherlands and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Gijs van Wulfen?

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Gijs van Wulfen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship. The estimated speaking fee range to book Gijs van Wulfen for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Gijs van Wulfen generally travels from The Netherlands and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Edward Tenner, R "Ray" Wang and Toby Cosgrove. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Gijs van Wulfen for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Gijs van Wulfen Videos

Speaker on innovation: Gijs van Wulfen - YouTube
  • How do I book Gijs van Wulfen to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Gijs van Wulfen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Gijs van Wulfen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Gijs van Wulfen or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Gijs van Wulfen for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Gijs van Wulfen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Gijs van Wulfen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Gijs van Wulfen speak about?

  • Where does Gijs van Wulfen travel from?

    Gijs van Wulfen generally travels from The Netherlands and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Gijs van Wulfen?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Gijs van Wulfen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Gijs van Wulfen for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Gijs van Wulfen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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