
Richard Lamb is a renowned futurologist and trend strategist, hailing from the Netherlands, delivering his expertise on the future globally. As one of the most sought-after speakers on the future in Europe, Richard delivers engaging keynotes on everything from innovation and global giga trends to the impact of climate change and the internet. If you are looking for a keynote speaker who delivers interactive presentations, brainstorm sessions and workshops on the future, don’t hesitate to hire Richard Lamb today.
Following studies in Information Science at the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, Richard has forged a successful career predicting trends and the future. As the CEO of the Future Expertise Center and TrendWatcher.com, Richard provides a range of keynote lectures, workshops and brainstorm sessions that strategically aid his clients in developing future perspectives. Since 1989, Richard has shared his expertise on the future with a variety of companies and governmental organisations, including speaking for the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs.
Richard is also renowned for having developed the TO DO Brainstorm Model, which he shares insight on in his keynote speeches. Aside from business commitments, Richard has also taken on roles such as being a Member of the World Future Society and an Advisory Board Member of the Inter College Business School in Amsterdam. He is also a Founding Member of The Council for Internet Commerce, and a published author, having written the books Your Future!, 10 Trends: Develop Your Own Future Perspective and Being Successful with E-commerce.
A leading keynote speaker, host and moderator for events themed on futurism, innovation and trends, Richard Lamb is on a mission to help businesses become future-proofed. Having previously spoken for leading organisations and government officials, such as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Richard is a trusted authority on the future. Sought for speaking engagements across Europe, Asia, and the USA, Richard has been hired to share his expertise on innovation, STEAM, IT, the impact of climate change, future scenarios, and global giga trends. If you are interested in hiring a futurist speaker, don’t hesitate to hire Richard Lamb today!
Books

Your Future!
Richard Lamb's official speaking topics are listed below:
- The "TO DO Brainstorm Model for Change"
- Global Giga Trends
- Innovation
- Future Scenarios
- The Impact of Climate Change
- The Internet
- IT
- STEAM
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Richard Lamb gave a brilliant and inspiring presentation during the launch of the Tawasol counter for members of the advisory board regarding communication in the present and the future, incorporating our core business ethno-diversity marketing. A great idea and way for Richard Lamb to give substance to a kick-off. Richard, thanks again for your input and cooperation." - Abdel Razak Chraou
- 2013 - Advisory Board Member of the Inter College Business School, Amsterdam
- 2013 - Founding Partner & Editor in Chief of TrendWatcher.TV & NederlandWerktDoor.TV
- 2011 - Author of "Your Future! The Trendwatchers Handbook by the Trendwatchers Duo of the Netherlands"
- 2009 - Trend Strategist at Trend Speech
- 1989 - Futurologist, Trend Strategist & CEO of the Future Expertise Center & TrendWatcher.com
- 1989 - Presenter on Radio 1 NOS AVRO WNL
How to hire Richard Lamb
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