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Katja Schipperheijn
Katja Schipperheijn explores how leadership, human wisdom and AI can strengthen one another in times of perpetual change.
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Why you should book Katja Schipperheijn for your next event
- Discover how human competencies and AI can strengthen one another through Katja’s original models, research and practical insights.
- Equip leaders to navigate Perpetual Liminality with curiosity, imagination, resilience and a powerful Learning Mindset.
- - Turn complex technological and organisational challenges into practical strategies for leadership, learning and continuous improvement.
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Navigating perpetual liminality through human wisdom, a learning mindset & cognitive ecosystems shaped by AI
Katja Schipperheijn is an executive advisor, keynote speaker and author working at the intersection of leadership, human wisdom and artificial intelligence. Through international research, original models and her active role in developing cognitive tools and architectures, she helps organisations understand how humans and AI can strengthen one another in an era of Perpetual Liminality. Through Habit of Improvement and The Learning Mindset Organisation, Katja advises multinational organisations, governments and leadership teams worldwide. Her award-winning books and keynotes introduce practical frameworks for navigating technological and organisational change, equipping leaders to rethink how people learn, adapt and perform.
Book Katja Schipperheijn for your event
Katja Schipperheijn helps leaders and organisations navigate a world where transformation is continuous. Bringing together leadership, organisational learning, human behaviour and artificial intelligence, she explores how organisations can adapt and thrive as technology reshapes the way we work, learn and lead.
Central to her work is Perpetual Liminality: the reality of constantly operating between what worked before and what has yet to emerge. Katja helps leaders move beyond traditional approaches to change and develop the mindsets and capabilities needed to perform amid ongoing uncertainty.
Through Habit of Improvement and The Learning Mindset Organisation, she advises multinational organisations, governments and leadership teams worldwide, translating complex developments into practical strategies.
Her work has received international recognition. The Learning Mindset was named getAbstract Global Best Book in 2025, while Katja received the Highly Commended Speaker Award for Thought Leadership and was a finalist for Best Live Speaker. Learning Ecosystems was also a finalist for Best International Business Books in 2023.
Original models grounded in research
Katja’s keynotes and advisory work are built around original concepts developed through years of international research and practice:
- Learning Mindset – the human competencies needed to keep learning, adapting and improving as technology evolves.
- Liminal Leadership – helping leaders navigate continuous uncertainty and emerging possibilities.
- Cognitive Learning Ecosystems – exploring how people, AI, technology and organisational environments can strengthen learning and performance.
- The Paradigm of Learning Moments – rethinking when, where and why learning happens in increasingly technology-enabled workplaces.
- The Learning Mindset Amplifier – Katja’s diagnostic tool and algorithm, generating global data that informs her research and advisory work.
Together, these models connect capabilities such as curiosity, imagination, empathy, resilience and openness with the challenges organisations face today. Katja makes these ideas accessible and actionable, giving audiences practical frameworks they can use beyond the keynote.
Rethinking learning in the age of AI
Katja’s thinking is captured in her books The Learning Mindset: Combining Human Competencies with Technology to Thrive and Learning Ecosystems: Creating Innovative, Lean & Tech-driven Learning Strategies.
The first edition of Learning Ecosystems was translated into multiple languages, while its extensively rewritten 2026 edition reflects the rapid development of AI and introduces new models for increasingly predictive learning environments.
Katja explores what happens when technology can anticipate needs, support cognition and become embedded in everyday work. What should people continue to learn? Which distinctly human capabilities become more valuable? And how can organisations create environments where people and intelligent technology work effectively together?
Through emerging research, organisational examples and practical frameworks, Katja turns these questions into relevant insights for leaders navigating the age of AI.
A technical foundation with a human perspective
Katja holds a degree in Applied Economics and an MBA from Antwerp Management School, alongside MIT Sloan executive certifications in Learning Technologies and Algorithmic Business Thinking.
Her expertise also spans philosophy, cognitive architectures, behavioural science, psychology and leadership development. This multidisciplinary background enables her to look beyond AI trends and examine how technological transformation affects organisations, decision-making and human behaviour.
The result is a perspective that combines technological understanding with a deep focus on the people expected to navigate it.
Learning with social impact
Katja’s commitment to learning extends beyond organisations and conference stages. Her work has reached more than 15,000 children, and she personally visits children growing up in challenging circumstances around the world.
Through this work, she explores how human competencies and technology can strengthen learning and future opportunities. The experiences also bring a broader human perspective to her keynotes, connecting conversations about AI and organisational change with different generations and realities.
Booking Katja creates an impact beyond the event itself. A portion of her speaking fee contributes directly to the social projects she supports, helping expand learning opportunities for children around the world.
Customer Reviews
5 of 5
I'm pleased to say that the conference has come to an end, and it was a huge success! We had attendees from all over the world, and the feedback we've received has been overwhelmingly positive. None of this would have been possible without your contribution. Your presence as a speaker, expertise and knowledge helped make the conference a success. I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your contribution to our conference. Your session was incredibly insightful and engaging, and it was a highlight of the event as the attendees loved your session. The entire team at uExcelerate are truly grateful for your time, effort and support for our Conference. We appreciate your willingness to share your insights with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you again in the future.
Fatima Hussain uExcelerate - India
5 of 5
The session was a great success, and Katja delivered an inspiring presentation, sharing powerful stories that deeply resonated with the audience. We truly appreciate the dedication and preparation that went into making the event a success, from the rehearsals to the seamless execution. It was a pleasure meeting Katja in person and getting to know her. Her passion and expertise were evident, and we are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with her.
Presidential Protocol and Strategic Narrative Authority (PSN) - Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed Session – UAE.
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"Mind-blowing! People walked out changed, inspired, and ready to think differently about the future of work. This wasn’t just a talk. It was a wake-up call, a moment of truth, and a gift of perspective. Probably the most coherent, provocative, and sobering presentation about the mindset and shift needed in organisations to adapt to the new work context. What stood out wasn’t just the clarity of thought or the simplicity of the message — it was the way the story touched everyone. Katja didn’t simply present ideas; she offered an emotional journey, one that made space for reflection, discomfort, and hope"
Andrew WatkinsDirector, GP Strategies— United Kingdom
5 of 5
A couple of days ago, I had the privilege of attending the Toyota Tech Conference where Katja Schipperheijn was an esteemed speaker. She captivated the audience with her perspective on how lessons from children could be applied to shape the future of our workplaces. Katja, your thought-provoking insights and innovative approach to reimagining the work process were truly inspirational. My heartfelt gratitude for enlightening us and instilling a fresh perspective on our professional journey.
George TsiramuaHead of Business Technology Department at Toyota Caucasus LLC
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Your intervention at the Netex Salon was amazing. This morning, when I woke up I didn’t think that we would be talking about something that for me is as important as children to improve as a person, so thank you for saying it with the naturalness and certainty with which you did it! I believe that imagination and creativity are key elements that make us unique and that can never be taken away from us by machines. Thank you for reminding us of the importance of calm, transformation, self-management and curiosity in this ever-evolving world. I hope to have the opportunity to talk to you more about this at some point.
Clara LepoutreL&D Project Manager at ADEO GroupÂ
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If you’re looking for a keynote that goes beyond superficial conversations and dives deep into the heart of what it means to be human in an increasingly digital world, this is it. Dogmas and silos about HR and learning are demolished yet she brings a constructive story to build a learning ecosystem from human-centered innovation. It is a transformative experience that will broaden your horizons, challenge your perspectives and remind you of the power of empathy. Prepare to be captivated, enlightened and inspired!
Dr. Anna TarabaszAssociate Professor Zayad University and founder Know Digital
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A great Keynote Katja. The importance of fostering a learning mindset can’t be overstated, especially in today’s fast-paced world where innovation is key! It’s inspiring to see how emerging technologies can support and enhance this process. This not only benefits individuals in their personal growth but also contributes significantly to organisational success. A win win!
Cathy HoyCEO and Co-founder CLO100
5 of 5
Katja’s session was incredibly practical and insightful. People loved it, and it made a significant impact on their learning experience. Her insights and expertise truly resonated with our audience, and her presentation style was engaging and informative. Her contribution to the Masterclass including a tailored keynote has left a lasting impression.
Huguette AndreoliDirector People and Culture MCI Group
5 of 5
Amazing Keynote!! So good that our main stakeholders where commenting there praises of you to each other even during and not after! Thank you so much for taking part of this Katja and I’m really happy that we had you for the last week as you preffered, defenitely turned some heads!
Filip VideiraSenior Manager Open Innovation and Partnerships
5 of 5
Katja gave a very inspiring keynote and completely tailored to the target audience. Congrats!
Filip Fontaine CEO, VLAM
5 of 5
A session that makes us think beyond the limits and invites us to break down barriers and be visionary and creative. I loved the workshops and especially the honesty of the participants’ comments about a future that is already so close to us, that we need to apprehend with agility and a new and current look. Let’s stay beyond the curve and it starts already with this kind of thinking and this inspiring session of today
Mounia CherkaoiPerformance and Strategy Improvement Enabler, Canon EMEA
Rated 5.00/5 based on 11 customer reviews
Keynotes
Keynote by Katja Schipperheijn:
Leading in Perpetual Liminality
Leading through uncertainty with human wisdom, imagination and consilience
In a world shaped by AI, the changing nature of work and profound social transformation, leadership is no longer about control or certainty. It is about navigating perpetual liminality: a continuous state of transition in which yesterday’s models no longer apply, while tomorrow’s reality has not yet emerged.
In this keynote, Katja Schipperheijn introduces Liminal Leadership as a way to lead in this continuous state of transition. At its heart is Human Wisdom, or Phronesis: bringing knowledge, experience, values and imagination together through consilience, so leaders can see beyond a single perspective and act wisely in complexity.
You’ll discover:
- Why liminal leadership requires letting go of outdated assumptions and using uncertainty and imagination as a space for exploration and possibility.
- How Human Wisdom (Phronesis) helps us make better choices when data, technology or expertise alone cannot provide the answer.
- How to empower people and teams through learning and shared intelligence, both human and artificial.
- Which human competencies and mindsets help create resilient, inclusive and adaptable organisations.
- How to work with AI responsibly and future-oriented while protecting human agency, values and global ethics.
- What all of this means for the future of work, leadership and the evolving relationship between people and intelligent technologies.
Keynote by Katja Schipperheijn:
A Learning Mindset in the Age of Innovation
Unleash potential with a learning mindset keynote to navigate uncertainty in the AI era.
Based on Katja Schipperheijn’s acclaimed book The Learning Mindset and enriched by global data from the Learning Mindset Amplifier, her own diagnostic tool and underlying algorithm, this keynote explores how people can thrive and adapt to new realities by strengthening the drivers, mindset and human competencies needed to learn, adapt and innovate.
In this talk, Katja unpacks:
- What a learning mindset truly means and why it matters for individuals, teams and organisations.
- The human competencies that strengthen it, including imagination, curiosity, empathy, resilience, openness and consilience.
- How neurodiversity and different ways of thinking can become a source of learning, creativity and innovation.
- How different generations can learn from one another, rather than allowing differences in experience, expectations and technology use to divide them.
- The role of AI and neuroscience in supporting learning, creativity and performance.
- Why leaders need to foster social learning and create psychological safety so that more people can contribute their potential.
Keynote by Katja Schipperheijn:
Cognitive ecosystems where agentic AI meets human wisdom
Designing organisations where human wisdom and intelligent technologies continuously strengthen one another.
Based on the extensively rewritten 2026 edition of Katja Schipperheijn’s Learning Ecosystems, this keynote explores how organisations can build Cognitive Learning Ecosystems in which people, knowledge, data and technology continuously strengthen one another.
As AI, Agentic AI and predictive technologies reshape how knowledge is created, accessed and applied, learning needs to become part of the organisation’s architecture rather than remain a separate function. Katja deliberately pushes audiences beyond what feels possible today, using innovations that seem to come from the future, such as brain-computer interfaces, lab-grown neural systems and emerging human-machine superminds, to explore how human and artificial intelligence may increasingly amplify one another.
You’ll discover:
- Why understanding Cognitive Learning Ecosystems is essential for adaptability, innovation and continuous improvement.
- How to connect people, knowledge, data and technology so knowledge and learning can flow across the organisation.
- How Agentic AI and MCP-based architectures can enable a freer flow of knowledge between systems, agents and people.
- Why organisations need to move beyond skills and connect tasks, competencies, knowledge and emerging needs.
- How predictive technologies and data can help anticipate what people and organisations need next.
- How to combine artificial intelligence with human competencies, psychological safety and experimentation.
Keynote by Katja Schipperheijn:
The future through the eyes of the next generations
What children across cultures can teach us about human potential, innovation and ethics in a globally divided world.
Drawing on her work with more than 15,000 children and young people across very different cultures and circumstances, Katja brings their perspectives into the debate on innovation, ethics and the growing global divide.
AI is profoundly reshaping how younger generations learn, connect and imagine the future, a shift that adults completely underestimate. From children building their own AI study buddies and learning about digital ethics at a very young age to cognitive cities, brain-computer interfaces and lab-grown neural systems, she uses their world to challenge assumptions about what is already possible, who gets access to it and what responsible progress should look like.
The result is a keynote that bridges generations, cultures and technological realities, challenging audiences to look beyond their own assumptions and imagine a future in which human competencies and intelligent technologies strengthen one another.
You’ll discover:
- What younger generations can teach us about imagination, adaptability, curiosity and responsible technology use.
- How technology shapes different expectations of the future across generations, and why failing to recognise those differences can widen the gap between them.
- How generations can explore the value of technology together, combining different experiences, expectations and perspectives.
- Why understanding how young people experience AI, virtual worlds and digital identity matters for the future of work and society.
- How perspectives from different cultures can reveal ethical blind spots and assumptions about responsible innovation.
- Why innovation requires us to look beyond what feels possible today and question assumptions shaped by our own generation and context.
- How to build a more human-centred and inclusive future without slowing technological progress.
Keynote: Has the future caught up with us? Learning Ecosystems.
Watch Katja Schipperheijn in action
Back to the Future of Learning | Katja Schipperheijn | TEDxNyenrodeUniversity
Watch Katja Schipperheijn in action
Books by Katja Schipperheijn
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Learning EcosystemsCreating Innovative, Lean and Tech-driven Learning StrategiesBy Katja Schipperheijn -
The Learning MindsetCombining Human Competencies with Technology to ThriveBy Katja Schipperheijn
