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Tom Palmaerts - Tom Palmaerts is a trendwatcher and speaker at Trendwolves, focused on consumer behavior and attitudes.

Tom Palmaerts

Tom Palmaerts is a trendwatcher and speaker at Trendwolves, focused on consumer behavior and attitudes.
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Why you should book Tom Palmaerts for your next event

  • Expertise in Cultural Trends: Tom has a deep understanding of consumer behavior and attitudes and is able to identify emerging trends and new opportunities.
  • Engaging Keynote Speaker: Known for his engaging and thought-provoking presentations, Tom connects with his audience and delivers memorable presentations.
  • Strategic Insights and Solutions: With years of experience and a focus on providing strategic insights, Tom can help businesses stay ahead in a rapidly changing market.

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A top trendwatcher and keynote speaker on consumer behavior and attitudes.
Tom Palmaerts is a renowned trendwatcher and thought leader on consumer behavior and attitudes in a rapidly changing world. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and trend consultant, as well as a managing partner at Trendwolves, a full-service trend-watching agency. With a focus on young consumers and modern families, Tom is an expert in identifying opportunities in cultural trends. He has worked with top organizations such as Barry Callebaut, Clariant, AG Insurance and Devan.
Tom Palmaerts is a respected trendwatcher and thought leader in the field of consumer behavior and attitudes in a rapidly changing world. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Tom has established a reputation for his insights and innovative approach to identifying opportunities in cultural trends. He is a sought-after keynote speaker, delivering engaging and thought-provoking presentations to audiences around the world.

In addition to his speaking engagements, Tom is also the managing partner at Trendwolves, a full-service trend-watching agency with a focus on young consumers and modern families. With a team of experts and a passion for staying ahead of the curve, Trendwolves provides its clients with valuable insights and strategies to help them stay ahead in an ever-evolving market.

Throughout his career, Tom has worked with some of the world's leading organizations, including Barry Callebaut, Clariant, AG Insurance and Devan. With a deep understanding of consumer behavior and attitudes, he has helped these companies identify new opportunities, respond to emerging trends and build better relationships with their customers.

As an author and expert in his field, Tom is a regular contributor to industry publications and is frequently sought out for his insights and expertise by the media. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to staying ahead of the curve, he is a thought leader whose work continues to inspire and influence the business world.
Tom Palmaerts - Tom Palmaerts is a trendwatcher and speaker at Trendwolves, focused on consumer behavior and attitudes.

Keynotes

Keynote by Tom Palmaerts:

Futropolis. The future of our cities: living, work and mobility.

2/3rds of the global population will be living in urban areas by 2030. A city can be associated with noise, expansive housing, loneliness, traffic jams and air pollution. But, worldwide we see cities changing. We can design and manage our cities in a way that is sustainable, efficient, and livable for all residents, companuies and visitors.

Topics: Family, mobility, smart homes and cities, distribution, sustainability, global influences, food, hospitality, tourism, ...
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Keynote by Tom Palmaerts:

2030. Major consumer shifts and business opportunities.

We can’t predict the future, but by framing cultural thrills and innovations we can imaging future possibilities. In this lecture we jump 10 years ahead to understand to biggest societal changes. Future thinking is only interesting when you can start working on it today.

Topics: Generations, family, singles, diversity, health, connection, technology, ...
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Keynote by Tom Palmaerts:

Generations at work. Understand the differences and be a better team.

It's the first time in history we have four different generations at the workforce: babyboomers, generation X, millenials and generation Z. It's important to understand the unique perspectives and experiences each brings to the table. The next decade will see a shift in generational power, as older generations begin to retire and younger ones take on leadership roles. By 2025 85% of our workforce will exist of generation millennials and generation Z. This will have a significant impact on our work culture and the way we approach work. In this talk Tom will focus on the differences between the generations, how we can navigate this generation shift and learn to work effectively across generations.

Topics: Generations, recruitment, retention, needs and values, health, privacy, entrepreneurship, dreams.
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Keynote by Tom Palmaerts:

Ready or not. How be future-proof as an individual and as a company.

Are you ready for the future? Are you hesitating what you’d answer? That’s ok. Life goes so fast, that thinking about the future can be quite bedazzling. But how do we become future-proof? Based on his book ‘Ready or not’, Tom gives you concrete ideas and actions to kickstart your future mindset.

Topics: The importance of a future mindset, How to detect future changes, How to navigate on change, Exercises to uncover your blindspot
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FAQ

Here are the most common questions about Tom Palmaerts

What does Tom Palmaerts speak about?

Tom Palmaerts speaks about consumer behavior, cultural trends, future of work and generational change. He has more than a decade of experience identifying emerging trends and business opportunities.

Does Tom Palmaerts speak about different generations in the workplace?

Tom Palmaerts’ “Generations at work” examines baby boomers, Generation X, millennials and Generation Z. He focuses on their different perspectives and how organizations can improve collaboration across generations.

Does Tom Palmaerts speak about Generation Z and Millennials?

Tom Palmaerts examines how younger generations are changing workplace culture, recruitment and retention. His profile notes that Millennials and Generation Z were projected to represent 85% of the workforce by 2025.

What is Tom Palmaerts’ role at Trendwolves?

Tom Palmaerts is managing partner at Trendwolves, a full-service trend-watching agency. Its work focuses particularly on young consumers and modern families in rapidly changing markets.

Does Tom Palmaerts focus on young consumers and modern families?

Tom Palmaerts specializes in understanding young consumers and modern families through his work at Trendwolves. He uses cultural and consumer trends to identify changing attitudes and emerging opportunities.

Can Tom Palmaerts speak about the future of cities?

Tom Palmaerts covers urban change in his “Futropolis” keynote. The presentation examines mobility, smart homes and cities, sustainability and other challenges connected with increasing urbanization.

Which organizations has Tom Palmaerts worked with?

Tom Palmaerts has worked with organizations including Barry Callebaut, Clariant, AG Insurance and Devan. His work has focused on identifying opportunities, responding to trends and understanding customers.

Does Tom Palmaerts predict the future?

Tom Palmaerts explicitly states that the future cannot be predicted. Instead, his “2030” keynote uses cultural trends and innovations to explore possible futures and identify actions organizations can take today.

Who are Tom Palmaerts’ keynotes suitable for?

Tom Palmaerts’ topics are relevant for leaders, HR professionals, marketers and innovation teams. His keynotes address consumer change, generational shifts, future readiness and emerging business opportunities.

How much does a keynote cost?

The short answer is: It depends on the event and the scope of the individual engagement.

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