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Ger Graus

Award-winning educator Dr Ger Graus OBE helps leaders future-proof their organizations by unlocking creativity, curiosity, and lifelong learning mindsets.

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“Through his personal experiences, Ger has shown us that we must use education as a tool for creating positive change, empowering children to write their own narrative of the possible. Ger Graus stands for me along with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and Gianni Rodari as the best broadcasters of the children’s voice.”

Sergey Kosaretsky

Director, Pinsky Centre of General and Extracurricular Education, National Research University - Higher School of Economics, Moscow

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Why book Ger Graus for your next event

  • Founder of the Children’s University and former Global Director of Education at KidZania, Dr Ger Graus OBE has transformed how millions learn worldwide, helping organizations embed curiosity, creativity, and purpose at the core of their growth strategies.
  • Recipient of the OBE and Education Thought Leader of the Year 2025, Dr Graus is celebrated for his lifelong contribution to education and leadership, guiding governments and corporations to turn learning into a strategic driver of impact and innovation.
  • As a strategic adviser to Tata Consultancy Services, the OECD and World Bank, Dr Graus helps organizations bridge learning and leadership, building inclusive, future-ready cultures that thrive on purpose, innovation and sustainable performance.

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Transforming Learning into Leadership

Dr Ger Graus OBE is a globally acclaimed thought leader in education and leadership innovation. As the founding CEO of the Children’s University and former Global Director of Education at KidZania, his keynotes empower organizations to inspire purpose, nurture curiosity, and build future-ready cultures that drive meaningful, lasting impact.

Keynote Speaker Ger Graus OBE is an internationally recognized authority on education, leadership, and the power of learning to drive innovation and organizational transformation. Renowned for his belief that “children can only aspire to what they know exists,” he has dedicated his career to connecting learning, purpose, and performance across industries.

As the founding CEO of the Children’s University and former Global Director of Education at KidZania, Ger Graus has influenced millions of young minds and inspired organizations to rethink how curiosity and creativity shape success. His work with leading institutions such as the OECD, World Bank, and Tata Consultancy Services positions him as a bridge between education and enterprise, helping leaders transform people development into a strategic advantage.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you gain more than an engaging speaker, you gain access to visionary insights grounded in decades of global impact. His keynotes challenge audiences to reimagine learning as the foundation of culture, leadership, and innovation.

From corporate summits to global forums, Ger Graus inspires organizations to unlock potential, embrace change, and lead with purpose. His thought-provoking sessions leave audiences empowered to create environments where learning drives engagement, growth, and long-term success.

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“Through his personal experiences, Ger has shown us that we must use education as a tool for creating positive change, empowering children to write their own narrative of the possible. Ger Graus stands for me along with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and Gianni Rodari as the best broadcasters of the children’s voice.”

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“Ger is a pioneer and a visionary. His dedication and passion for making a positive impact on the lives of all children is truly inspirational. You can't help but glow under his light.”

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“Ger's exceptional vision, total focus on developing the 'whole child' and ability to realise incredible opportunities for children outside of the classroom are inspiring. The fact that he was able to take this work to his role at KidZania where so many children on a global scale are able to experience this real life inspirational 'eye openers' as I term them is not surprising given his energy and drive and belief in the 'hands on' experiences of the real world in developing young people. Eleven years and three organisations on after I first heard Ger first speak, I am delighted that our children still benefit from his contributions and leadership.”

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“'Jean-Jacques Rousseau meets Willy Wonka' is how I describe Ger in my book, and I'm standing by it. He's a brilliant education thinker, a champion of true learning and a wise and wonderful human being.”

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Keynotes

Keynote by Ger Graus:

EdTech

Is your organization investing in technology but missing real educational impact?
In a world obsessed with innovation, many forget that technology is only as powerful as the learning it enables. In his transformative EdTech keynotes, Ger Graus OBE challenges audiences to move from GoodTech to Tech4Good, where human insight drives digital success.

Drawing from decades at the forefront of global education, Ger reveals how organizations can harness technology to empower people, not replace them. His keynotes offer practical strategies to align tech solutions with purpose, empathy, and long-term growth.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you invite your teams to rediscover the human side of technology, turning tools into transformative experiences that inspire innovation, collaboration, and impact.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

EduTainment

Is “EduTainment” just a buzzword, or can it truly transform learning and engagement?
In an era where attention spans are shrinking, organizations and educators struggle to make learning meaningful and memorable. In his powerful keynotes, Ger Graus OBE reveals how blending education with entertainment creates emotional connection, curiosity, and lasting impact.

Drawing on his global experience as the former Global Director of Education at KidZania, Ger shows how storytelling, play, and immersive experiences can turn passive audiences into active learners. His keynotes provide actionable insights into how organizations can use EduTainment to inspire innovation, enhance brand engagement, and drive purpose-driven learning cultures.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you bring in a thought leader who proves that learning can be both impactful and inspiring, where education meets imagination, and engagement fuels transformation.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

The Importance of Early Years

Why do we invest more in older learners when the foundation is laid in the early years?
In education and leadership alike, we often focus on outcomes rather than origins, forgetting that the roots define the growth. In his compelling keynotes, Ger Graus OBE challenges this imbalance, showing why the first five years are the most powerful determinant of lifelong learning, creativity, and success.

Drawing on global experience as the founding CEO of the Children’s University and education adviser to leading institutions, Ger inspires organizations to reimagine early learning as a strategic investment in human potential.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, your audience gains actionable insights into nurturing curiosity, resilience, and innovation from the very start, because strong foundations create thriving individuals, teams, and societies.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

Business for Good: Return on Investment versus Return on Involvement

Is financial return still the ultimate measure of success, or is true value now defined by purpose and involvement?
As new generations demand authenticity, sustainability, and social impact, organizations face a profound shift in how success is measured. In his powerful keynote, Ger Graus OBE explores how leading businesses are redefining Return on Investment as Return on Involvement, creating cultures that engage hearts as well as minds.

Drawing from his global experience advising companies and educational institutions, Ger offers actionable insights on building purpose-driven organizations where people, performance, and positive impact align.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you bring in a thought leader who shows how doing good is not just ethical, it’s strategic. His keynotes inspire leaders to balance profit with purpose and turn engagement into long-term success.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

Futures Awareness, aka Careers and Skills Education

How can young people be ready for a fast-changing world when career exploration comes too late?
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, stereotypes and outdated systems limit potential before it even begins. In his inspiring keynote on Futures Awareness, Ger Graus OBE challenges organizations and educators to rethink how we prepare the next generation for the world of work.

Drawing from decades of global leadership in education, including his roles at KidZania and the Children’s University, Ger shows how connecting learning with real-life experience builds adaptable, future-ready individuals.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you bring a visionary voice who helps organizations align skills, purpose, and possibility, empowering young people to see not just what is, but what could be. His keynotes ignite action toward inclusive, innovative, and opportunity-rich futures.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

Experience-Based Learning

How can learning truly inspire if it remains disconnected from real-world experience?
Too often, education and training are confined to theory, leaving a gap between knowledge and application. In his transformative keynote on Experience-Based Learning, Ger Graus OBE reveals how bridging the classroom with the real world creates powerful, lasting understanding, for students and professionals alike.

Drawing from his groundbreaking work with KidZania and the Children’s University, Ger demonstrates how environments shape learning, motivation, and innovation. His insights empower organizations to design experiences that inspire curiosity, engagement, and purpose across all levels.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, your audience discovers how experience becomes the ultimate teacher, turning learning into action and potential into performance. His keynotes redefine education as something lived, not just learned.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

Measuring What We Value

Do we truly measure what matters, or simply value what we can measure?
In an age defined by metrics, organizations risk losing sight of purpose. In his insightful keynote, Ger Graus OBE challenges leaders to redefine success through values, not just numbers. He explores how purpose, ethics, and human connection create sustainable impact beyond traditional performance indicators.

Drawing on decades of global leadership experience, Ger shows how values-driven cultures foster innovation, trust, and loyalty, key ingredients for thriving in the 2020s and beyond. His frameworks inspire audiences to balance measurable success with meaningful contribution.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you empower your organization to move from Return on Investment to Return on Involvement, measuring what truly defines progress, purpose, and lasting impact.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

Leadership and Management

What truly defines leadership in a world where everyone is expected to lead and manage?
Many organizations confuse management with leadership, focusing on process over purpose. In his inspiring keynote, Ger Graus OBE explores how modern leadership is less about hierarchy and more about humanity. Drawing on the philosophy of Johan Cruijff’s “Total Football,” he demonstrates how agility, collaboration, and shared responsibility drive organizational success.

With decades of global experience guiding educational and corporate transformation, Ger shows how empowering every individual to think and act like a leader builds stronger, more resilient teams.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you bring in a thought leader who helps redefine leadership as a collective mindset, turning vision into action, and management into meaningful movement toward lasting impact.

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Keynote by Ger Graus:

The World of Work, Entrepreneurship, and Schooling

In a world obsessed with teaching and testing, are we leaving no room for creativity and entrepreneurship?
When education rewards conformity over curiosity, we risk building a workforce that follows rather than innovates. In his inspiring keynote, Ger Graus OBE challenges audiences to bridge the gap between schooling, entrepreneurship, and the future of work.

Drawing from decades of global experience in education and business innovation, Ger reveals how organizations can foster entrepreneurial thinking from the classroom to the boardroom. His insights help leaders nurture creativity, adaptability, and opportunity-minded cultures that thrive in change.

When you book Ger Graus for your event, you empower your teams to see entrepreneurship not as a privilege for the few, but as a mindset for everyone, fueling purpose, performance, and progress in the modern world of work.

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Dr Ger Graus from KidZania speaking about their innovative model at #App4England Conference

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