AI speaker

An AI speaker who doesn’t work from a slide deck, but from practice.

As Chief Evangelist at 8vance, Laurens Waling works daily on the AI transition in healthcare, government and business. That’s what he brings on stage: no borrowed insights, just his own evidence.

Laurens Waling, warm outdoor portrait in the garden
Why organisations invite him

Four reasons clients mention

Reason 01

He makes AI accessible.

Complex AI questions become recognisable stories. From boardroom to shop floor, without jargon, with examples that stick.

Reason 02

He works in the middle of it.

No borrowed slides. As Chief Evangelist at 8vance he works on AI applications every day, with healthcare, government and corporates.

Reason 03

He takes behaviour seriously.

As a change expert he knows AI projects don’t fail on technology, but on patterns, safety and ownership.

Reason 04

He leaves something behind.

Your audience goes home with urgency — and with something to start on tomorrow.

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The baker who became an EV-charger technician.

His favourite example of what AI can deliver once you look past CVs. On paper: a completely different job. In skills: 80% overlap. AI that looks at tasks and potential instead of diplomas and job titles makes thousands of matches like this visible. That’s the story Laurens tells on stage — with the evidence to back it up.

Formats

From keynote to board table

Keynote · 30–60 min

The inspiration talk

The main-stage story on AI, work and talent. Interactive and tailored to your sector.

Masterclass · workshop

The deep dive

An interactive session for teams and leadership on AI strategy and skills-based organising, using cases from your own organisation.

BB

“He brings strong energy, a clear vision and a deep understanding of organisational challenges. His flexibility and collaborative approach made the cooperation both effective and enjoyable.”

Bianca Bua · Netflix

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