Ruud Veltenaar

Every event is a unique opportunity to inspire people and organizations and give them something valuable to take home. A unique experience that will be remembered and mentioned months later. Something that contributes positively, at work and in life. And to a world that we long for.

That’s why your event is very important. For you and for your guests. But certainly also for Ruud.

Almost every inspirement is customized and invariably starts with a thorough briefing with Ruud himself, followed by a half day of preparation.

If required, Ruud will also help you with the marketing and promotion of the event. For instance with a tailor-made promotional video for your event, in which he explains why the guests should not miss his inspirement.

Ruud always delivers a seamless connection. On both the program and the background of the participants.

He almost always exceeds most expectations, from yourself as well as from the participants.

Active formats are a guarantee for a lot of interaction. Content is leading and actuality is always in the spotlights.

The anecdotes come from Ruud’s own practice and are, without exception, hilarious.

After each event, participants will have the opportunity to download a unique handbook. With dozens of links to resources and additional content. This way, Ruud continues to inspire participants long after the event.

There is also the possibility of giving the guests one of his books at attractive conditions. Of course signed by Ruud and with a handwritten personal mission.

“That’s an easy question to answer. For Good means to me that I don’t have to become the best of the world, I just want to do the best for the world.

It means that I always put common interest above individual benefits. My goals are therefore inextricably linked to my profound purpose. Non-negotiable values keep me on the right course.

Doing good, even when no one is watching.”

“My work and personal life are intertwined. As a speaker and writer, I inspire people and organizations to make a difference; to create true progress. For everyone. From this purpose I think, live and work .

I donate 10% of my net sales monthly to grass-root organizations. I provide micro-credits to entrepreneurs in developing countries. For every ten books I sell, a tree is planted. I cook for the homeless in The Hague and pay tuition for children in vulnerable communities.

I live consciously and prevent a negative impact on the planet and society. I drive an electric car and produce more than 10,000 kWh per year with 25 solar panels at home. We’re pescatarians and eat seasonally and locally produced food as much as possible. “Less consuming” is the motto. Don’t buy stuff you don’t need or is already in your closet.”

“There are many, for example fellow philosopher Paul de Blot. He was still lecturing at Nyenrode University in his nineties, until his death in 2019. He exuded passion until his last breath and was always of value to others. An example for many, far beyond his death.

Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1986) inspires me daily in the art of letting go. “If I am called a guru and get followers, I will stop my work. This is because I will no longer be understood,” was one of his playful statements.”

“According to my dear wife Jeannette, I am quite persuasive and enthusiastic. Something that people who don’t know me well enough, sometimes confuse with arrogance or self-conceit. I am down-to-earth, transparent and allergic to injustice.

As a Buddhist, I am generous, forgiving and compassionate, and I like to help other people thrive and flourish. More of a thinker than a doer. More of a storyteller than a speaker.

I love my children dearly, because they do everything differently than I do.”

“An honest and comprehensive story, with a non-exempt appeal to the mind and the heart. To critically reflect on our crazy world and life and to ask yourself if things should and could be better.

I usually surprise, amaze and confuse most of the participants. Especially because I stimulate them to reflect critically on their personal beliefs and ambitions.

Pragmatic insights and tangible examples are truly convincing. To increase your impact and be more meaningful. An inspiring example for others. To also make a difference and start leading.

In summary: tons of inspiration and crackling energy. And above all: a unique experience and a fun, educational experience. Which will often be remembered and referred to.”

What are Ruud Veltenaar’s most booked and best rated inspirations in 2022?

1. Once Upon A Future – an exciting expedition to the unleashed future.
2. Company of the future is Net Positive – make your organization more future-proof by increasing your performance and results in all aspects.
3. Technological (r)evolution – smarter and faster is good, but more Human is Great.
4. Climate change changes everything – if we don’t change in time. About fairy tails, facts, courage and solutions.
5. Leadership in the 21st century – reconnecting with the profound purpose and walk the talk.

Every crisis is a form of misbalance. A system that is out of sync.

In order to structurally remove the triple, fundamental imbalance in our systems, we must reconnect.

1. Reconnecting with Nature – about Black Swans, scarcity in abundance and sustainable entrepreneurship.
2. Reconnecting with Each Other – about the transition and future of government and a resilient, compassionate society.
3. Reconnecting with Self – about the transition and future of work and personal leadership.

If we embrace the existing chaos and see it as an opportunity to do things intrinsically differently, then the crisis becomes instrumental. Only then, we can transform our economic and social systems and institutes to connect to the new era.

Based on Ruud’s mantra “1 + 1 = 11“, he offers eleven inspirations on the inevitable transition and future of markets and sectors:

1. Regenerative economy
2. Sustainable capital
3. Resilient society
4. Democracy and freedom
5. Energy galore
6. Mobility and transport
7. Education and life long learning
8. Health and Welfare
9. Built Environment
10. Agriculture and food
11. Personal transition

An overview of Ruud’s most recent talks and workshops are below. These inspirements connect perfectly to actual circumstances and to the trends and developments that shape the world of tomorrow.

1. The future of The Netherlands – small country, big challenges.
2. Compass against global disorder – how do we withstand the perfect storm in the 21st century?
3. Behold the dreamers – about the inevitable redistribution of capital and ownership.

Each of Ruud Veltenaar’s inspirements is 100% customized and thoroughly discussed with the client. This way, Ruud guarantees a seamless connection to the rest of the program and the background of the participants.

If requested, this can be translated to a specific sector or your own organization.