Dr Mark van Rijmenam
Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is an award-winning keynote speaker, ranked globally as #1 futurist. He is a true Architect of Tomorrow, bringing vision and pragmatism to his keynotes. As a Certified Speaking Professional, a Global Speaking Fellow, and a 6-time author, he captivates Fortune 500 business leaders globally. Recognized by Salesforce as one of 16 must-know AI influencers, he combines forward-thinking insights with a balanced, optimistic dystopian view. With his pioneering use of a digital twin, Mark doesnโt just speak on AI and the futureโhe lives it, inspiring audiences to harness technology ethically and strategically.
Formerly describing himself as an Optimistic Dystopian, Dr. van Rijmenam has evolved into an Architect of Tomorrowโequipping Fortune 500 companies, governments, and changemakers to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies with vision, resilience, and purpose.
As a renowned speaker, Global Speaking Fellow, Global Guru in Futurism, and 5-time author, he has captivated audiences in over 30 countries, blending academic rigor with cutting-edge innovation. His expertise spans AI, blockchain, the metaverse, and other transformative technologies, making him a trusted voice in digital transformation and innovation.
As the founder of Futurwise, Dr. van Rijmenam empowers individuals and organizations to cut through the noise of (mis)information overload and to make informed decisions with clarity and confidence. His writing, including five influential books, reflects his candid, balanced insights and his commitment to ethical, sustainable progress.
MARKโS Books
Mark delivered a ground-breaking TEDx talk with his digital twin, and in 2020 delivered the world's first TEDx talk in VR.
In 2023, Mark delivered a groundbreaking TEDx talk in Athens together with his digital alter ego. Starting with a digital deepfake of himself, he dives into the swirling currents of our post-truth era, where AI technologies like deepfakes and large language models are reshaping our reality.
In 2020, Mark made history in 2020 with the world's first TEDx Talk in virtual reality. Discussing the Rise of Digitalism from the virtual world, Dr Van Rijmenam shared his insights on how Digitalism will become the first truly global political doctrine.