Dr Mark van Rijmenam is a strategic futurist known as The Digital Speaker who lives and breathes emerging technologies to inspire Fortune 500 companies and governments worldwide. As a renowned international speaker, a Global Speaking Fellow, a Global Guru in the category of Futurist, and a 5-time author, he captivates business leaders. He has spoken in >30 countries across all continents. Salesforce names him as one of the must-know AI influencers-one of just 16 (human) voices shaping the future of AI

He considers himself an optimistic dystopian, and he has a deep understanding of AI, blockchain, the metaverse, and other technologies. He blends academic rigour with technological innovation. As the Architect of Tomorrow who aims to empower leaders to actively shape the future we want to see, Dr Van Rijmenam is celebrated for his candid, independent, and balanced insights.

He is the founder of Futurwise, which helps you cut through the noise to obtain more wisdom on fast-changing topics using hyper-personalized insights from trusted sources.