Anke lived and worked in the United States for more than ten years, primarily in Silicon Valley. She worked for both hardware and software companies, gaining first-hand experience of how technology companies are built, funded, and scaled. This experience forms the foundation of her keynotes. Rather than presenting an idealised view of Silicon Valley, she offers a realistic comparison: what works there, what does not, and what Europe can learn without compromising its own values. As a keynote speaker, she demonstrates why speed, ambition, and capital are essential for innovation, while also highlighting the importance of social responsibility.
Investing in Innovation and Strategic Autonomy
After returning to Europe, Anke became Co-Founder and Managing Partner of NP-Hard Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on applied deep tech, including AI, robotics, and digital infrastructure. As a speaker and guest speaker, she draws on her daily experience as both a venture capitalist and angel investor. She explores how Europe can strengthen its economic resilience and why strategic autonomy is not an abstract policy concept, but a practical responsibility for organisations, executives, and investors.
Topics Frequently Covered in Her Keynotes
- Investing in innovation and entrepreneurship
- European technology and economic resilience
- Building ecosystems around talent and capital
- Shifting culture from risk avoidance to bold decision-making
Thought Leader with Sharp Analysis
Alongside her work as an investor, Anke is a regular columnist for Quote Magazine. In her columns, she connects geopolitics, technology, and leadership to everyday decision-making. The same style is reflected on stage. Her keynotes are sharp, insightful, and thought-provoking without being preachy. She challenges executives to take responsibility while offering practical perspectives for action. Event managers value her ability to make strategy tangible and spark meaningful discussion.
Why Book Anke Huiskes
Anke Huiskes is a speaker for organisations facing fundamental decisions about innovation, technology, and leadership. She speaks directly to C-level executives, management teams, investors, and policymakers. Booking Anke means choosing expertise, sharp insights, and relevance. Her keynotes are well suited to conferences, strategy days, and leadership events where organisations need direction in an uncertain environment.
