Dr. Mark van Rijmenam is a strategic futurist and award-winning keynote speaker, known for living at the sharp edge of tomorrow. He is globally ranked as the #1 futurist and Salesforce recognized him as a leading voice in AI (one of 16 globally). As a Certified Speaking Professional, Global Speaking Fellow, and 6-time author, he has addressed audiences in over 30 countries, blending academic rigour with cutting-edge innovation.
Formerly describing himself as an Optimistic Dystopian, Dr. van Rijmenam has evolved into an Architect of Tomorrow - equipping Fortune 500 companies, governments, and change makers to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies with vision, resilience, and purpose.
His latest book is Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change doesn't just explain the future; it lets you experience it with a sci-fi story from 2051 woven throughout, 280-character TidalShots you can share instantly, and a 24/7 AI digital twin that coaches you through exponential change. 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.