Succeeding in a BANI World
For years, we navigated the unpredictable seas of VUCA —Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous—But that world has changed.
We now live in a BANI world: Brittle | Anxious | Nonlinear | Incomprehensible.
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Systems shatter without warning.
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Anxiety runs high.
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Cause and effect no longer follow rules.
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Outcomes defy explanation.
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The APEX Response: In a BANI world, we need APEX Leaders:
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Antifragile – Build bionic superpowers and grow stronger through disruption.
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Purpose-Driven – Anchor teams to bold, meaningful goals.
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Explorers – Stay curious, adaptive, and willing to chart new paths.
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Xenophiles – An affection for diverse perspectives, unlock fresh ideas.
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This is not a time to survive the storm—it’s a time to create the future.
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A powerful presentation and workshop that reveals how APEX Leaders transform disruption into opportunity—leading with courage, clarity, and curiosity. They inspire their teams to thrive, not just survive.
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Future Megatrends
A provocative keynote that reveals the powerful, often-ignored forces reshaping our world. At its core are the 7 Grey Elephants—high-impact, highly probable megatrends that most leaders overlook until it’s too late. From technological disruption to societal unrest, these forces are converging to create a future of sharp, unpredictable change.
Designed for leaders ready to confront disruption head-on, this talk sparks bold thinking, strategic action, and future-focused leadership. It equips audiences to recognise what's coming—and respond with clarity, courage, and purpose.
The Exponential Futurist Leader
A dynamic and engaging session crafted to equip current and emerging leaders with the mindset and tools to deliver exponential impact. Discover how to anticipate disruption, seize emerging opportunities, and develop the strategic capabilities essential in a rapidly transforming world. This keynote empowers leaders to future-proof their organisations—and their careers—by navigating uncertainty with clarity, confidence, and bold foresight.
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The Future is Human
As technology accelerates, the future belongs to those who can augment—not replace—human potential. This keynote explores how to build bionic organisations by fusing people and technology in smart, ethical, and empowering ways. Discover how to unlock adaptability, cultural intelligence, and innovation to create a superhuman workforce ready to shape the future with purpose and impact.
Resilience 2.0 – Building Antifragile Teams and Organisations
Resilience helps you bounce back. Antifragility helps you grow back stronger and faster.
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Rooted in Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s groundbreaking concept, this keynote explores how individuals and organisations can thrive amid volatility, uncertainty, and change. Discover how to go beyond simply surviving disruption—to using it as fuel for innovation, agility, and growth.
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Learn what it means to be truly antifragile, and how to build the systems, cultures, and mindsets that get better under pressure. In today’s world, antifragility isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s your next competitive edge.
Full Blown Innovation
a powerful keynote that reframes innovation as a strategic, organisation-wide commitment to meaningful problem-solving.
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Rooted in extensive research and real-world experience, this session introduces the essential elements that embed innovation into culture—not as a side project, but as a core way of working. From creating shared ambition to rewarding curiosity and engaging every team member, this keynote shows how to build an organisation that consistently surfaces, tackles, and solves the challenges that matter most.
Because the future will be won by those who solve the most important problems.
Non-binding request for Dean van Leeuwen
“Heard a number of futurists over the years. Dean is head and shoulders above and beyond. If you want to understand the future you MUST work with Dean” ~ Chris Hughes Vistage Chairman
