Iris Gündel is a speaker, radio host, and generational expert with an academic background in Change Management (MSc). Drawing on years of experience at the intersection of leadership, organizational development, and intergenerational collaboration, she founded the network organization Voorkans and developed the Prediation® methodology.
Through Collab Academy, she trains and guides professionals and teams in building future-proof collaboration. Iris operates at the intersection of expertise and interaction, offering a clear vision of how the world of work is changing and the role people play in shaping its future.
Iris Gündel as a Speaker and Moderator
On stage, Iris is known for combining in-depth knowledge, energy, and an approachable style. She doesn't just talk about generations; she brings them together. From boardrooms to the workplace, from executive teams to young talent.
Her keynotes are both engaging and thought-provoking, offering practical tools alongside fresh perspectives on familiar challenges. Her presentations cover topics such as leadership, inclusion, hybrid working, generational differences, and future-proof collaboration.
Whether speaking at a large conference or leading an intimate team session, Iris knows how to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action.
Career
Connecting people, generations, and different interests is at the heart of Iris's work. She developed the Prediation® approach, a preventive methodology designed to strengthen professional relationships and avoid conflicts by establishing clear and fair agreements from the outset. This methodology is now used across a wide range of organizations, from family businesses to public institutions.
Beyond her speaking engagements, Iris shares her insights through various media platforms. In her radio show Generatiekracht (Generational Power) on YourSafe Radio and her podcast Het Nieuwe Samenwerken (The New Way of Working Together), she engages with entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals on topics such as generational dynamics, workload, hybrid working models, and inclusion.
Iris firmly believes that meaningful change begins with relationships and that collaboration is a value in itself. Her approach is both strategic and people-centered, with one clear objective: turning differences into strengths.
