Over 50,000+ audience members in 10+ countries rate Chris with an average review score of 4.94/5.
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Awarded top global innovation keynote speaker
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‘‘A Phenomenal Innovation Session’’
Chris's session on building a culture of innovation was phenomenal. His wealth of experience and actionable insights deeply resonated with our Google team, leaving them energized and equipped to drive innovation in their daily work. Thank you Chris!
‘‘A Thought-Provoking Keynote’’
Thank you very much Chris, for joining us and delivering this thought-provoking keynote speech. It was a perfect way to start raising interest in the management team on the challenges (...and opportunities!!) ahead of us! I heard a lot of positive feedback.
Let's keep in touch indeed, as we will progress our plans.
‘‘What An Inspiring and Insightful Masterclass’’
What an inspiring and insightful masterclass! We have received great feedback from our audience. People want to learn more about the applications of the Innovation Scorecard to sustainable development, so we hope to have you back at The United Nations in Rome very soon!
‘’Your Keynote Was Well Received By All, Especially By Our President’’
Your keynote was well received by all, and especially by our president.It elevated our event and perfectly fit in the innovation focused program.We truly appreciate you being part of this important R&D gathering
‘‘Top Quality Speaker - Lots of Practical Takeaways’’
Thanks Chris for your insightful talk on Innovation at Grundfos.Lots of practical takeaways and food for thought on how can we harness our collective capacity to innovate for outcomes that matter.
Audience mentions:
“Its a very good initiative to foster innovation”
“Topic, very pragmatic and tangible”
“well prepared and addresses some of the issues we have.”
“The real life experience and examples made it tangible”
“The presenter's inspiring examples of innovative companies and practical suggestions for how to encourage innovation”
“Seen from a digital perspective, it was nice be reminded on "just get started on collecting data"
“Good to talk about things directly and remind people, innovation/development is very important in all businesses and it should be not killed.”
“Top quality speaker, interactive, could use chat”
“Lot of relevance & good examples which meant easy understanding of the concepts discussed’’
“More sessions from him :)”
‘‘A Great Speaker and Amazing Professional’’
Chris is a great speaker on the topic of innovation. He’s able to both motivate diverse senior leaders and effectively convey a powerful, contextual message. I find him an amazing professional.
‘‘A Phenomenal Speaker’’
Chris Heemskerk was a phenomenal keynote speaker for EPRI’s Incubatenergy Network webinar. The audience consisted of an international consortium of cleantech incubator and accelerator programs. These startup hubs are constantly considering how to facilitate innovative mentorship to their portfolio companies. We saw high alignment between Chris’ presentation and the objectives of the group.
Chris spoke on his development of the Innovation Alliance, and more specifically, the Innovation Scorecard. The technology he has developed prompted thought provoking conversation amongst the group. Following the event, a high amount of follow-up conversation and opportunity came to fruition. Chris’ expertise is invaluable, I highly recommend him as a speaker and innovation specialist.
‘‘Chris Is An Outstanding Innovation And Growth Leader’’’
I had the privilege of leading Chris in my role as Head of Americas for Google Inbound Sales for Google Ads.Chris was responsible for our Scaled Acquisitions program in North America, and distinguished himself as a leader with outstanding integrity and work ethic.In addition to driving consistent revenue performance, impressively, he developed the Phoenix site into an operational excellence hub to drive innovation & growth within our org.As a seasoned Acquisitions Leader on the team, he was a key mentor for fellow sales leaders and worked closely with fellow regional heads in bringing our Acquisitions organization to the next level.I would work with Chris again in a heartbeat, and I hope our paths cross again in the near future.
‘‘I Cannot Overstate My Recommendation Of Chris For C-Level Audiences’’
Chris Heemskerk was a standout keynote speaker at the Arizona Technology Council’s annual CEO Leadership Retreat. His presentation on 'Innovation Management for CEOs' was a tour de force - both enlightening and thought-provoking. Chris presented an incisive breakdown of a CEO's role in the innovation process, effectively illustrating how leaders can catalyze meaningful change within their organizations. With his discussion on the 'Innovation Engine,’ he presented a compelling case for integrating traditional corporate strategies with dedicated innovation strategies. Moreover, he transformed the abstract concept of leading innovation into a practical and tangible endeavor.
By incorporating the elements of the Innovation Scorecard, he provided CEOs with a powerful tool to assess their innovation capabilities across culture, organizational design, external dimensions and effectiveness.
Witnessing an engaged and energized public throughout the entire session,
I cannot overstate my recommendation of Chris for C-level audiences. His outstanding delivery and profound insights distinguished him as one of the premier speakers at our event
‘‘We Are Getting So Many Messages On How Insightful Your Keynote Was’’
Thank you for accepting our invitation to speak and delivering a brilliant guest keynote at D3, on the secrets to scaling Innovation. Attached are some pictures of your keynote. We are getting so many messages from associates across the globe on how insightful your keynote was. They are eager to leverage the framework and tools that you shared. Please plan a few more days in India when you visit the next time to visit our campus and experience the beautiful state of Kerala.
‘‘I’ve Never Met A Speaker As Genuinely Involved In An Event as Chris’’
Are you looking for an engaged speaker? Look no further.This might sound like the start of a really bad commercial. And no, I don’t have shares in Chris. This is, in all honesty, the best way I can describe him.I’ve never met a speaker as genuinely involved in an event as Chris. We invited him to speak at Trendship, a major entrepreneurship festival in Groningen. Even before the event started, he was already contributing ideas, and his involvement didn’t stop when the festival ended.
Chris spoke at the opening of our festival in the morning, yet he still made time to be there later in the afternoon—hours later—to take part in the final moments of the event. In everything he does, it’s clear that he wants to absorb the atmosphere, understand the audience better, and align with the expectations of his client.Because of his dedication and curiosity, I can only imagine that Chris continually refines his message to ensure it perfectly fits the character of each event.
And beyond all that, his open and relaxed attitude makes him an absolute pleasure to work with.
‘‘Chris, we can’t thank you enough for the expertise, enthusiasm, and energy you brought to our summit’’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgvrZ4tmyvo
I had the incredible pleasure of working with Chris at our recent virtual summit, and I can't say enough about the outstanding experience. From start to finish, Chris was responsive, adaptable, and a true professional, making collaboration effortless - even in our unique and niche industry.What set Chris apart was his ability to take big corporate ideas and translate them into actionable insights that resonated with every business owner, regardless of their background or industry focus. His ability to customize content to our audience was remarkable—he clearly did his homework, ensuring that his presentation was not only engaging and relevant but also deeply impactful.Chris’s attention to detail and dynamic delivery style made his session one of the highlights of our event. He addressed the real, pressing needs of our attendees, bringing invaluable insights that felt both timely and practical.Chris, we can’t thank you enough for the expertise, enthusiasm, and energy you brought to our summit. Your contributions truly made a difference, and we are already looking forward to future collaborations. Here’s to more innovative ideas and meaningful connections ahead!
‘‘Your contribution made our event truly memorable’’
I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for your captivating presentation at the Innovator of the Year Award Ceremony. Your insights into building an Innovation Engine were truly enlightening and left a lasting impression on all of us.
Your ability to mention key features such as leadership involvement in driving innovation within the organization was remarkable and greatly appreciated by everyone in attendance. It's clear that your passion for innovation is not only inspiring but also instrumental in driving progress in our field.
I especially enjoyed how you mentioned the “Courageous Penguin” category. This is a category we would like to add to future award’s category. Your dedication to pushing boundaries and fostering creativity serves as a guiding light for all aspiring innovators. Your support plays a vital role in fostering a culture of creativity and forward-thinking within our organization. We truly appreciate you sharing your insights and helping to make the event a memorable celebration of our innovators’ achievements.
Once again, thank you for sharing your time and expertise with us. Your contribution made our event truly memorable. I look forward to the possibility of crossing paths again and continuing to learn from your leadership in innovation.
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