Laurien Verstraten

As a moderator and keynote speaker, Laurien Verstraten leads events where substance and impact go hand in hand. She facilitates conversations on:

• Leadership and collaboration
• Digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI)
• Organisational change
• Sustainability and societal transitions

Laurien prepares every keynote and lecture thoroughly. She takes the time to understand the organisation’s objectives and tailors her approach to the audience and context. During the event, she keeps discussions focused, asks thought-provoking questions, and summarises the key insights. In doing so, she makes complex topics accessible and ensures participants leave with practical knowledge and actionable takeaways.

Media Experience and Academic Expertise

Laurien Verstraten combines more than thirteen seasons of experience as the presenter of Ondernemerslounge with an academic background in Private Law from the University of Amsterdam. This unique combination makes her a highly effective guest speaker for intellectually challenging events. Each week, she interviews entrepreneurs and business leaders about strategy, growth, and leadership, giving her valuable insight into decision-making in practice.

In addition, Laurien trained in Music Theatre at the ArtEZ Conservatory. Her stage experience is evident in her work as both a moderator and speaker. She effortlessly balances content with interaction, creating an atmosphere in which both speakers and audiences can engage, contribute, and thrive.

Creating Impact Beyond the Event

For Laurien Verstraten, a keynote or lecture is only the beginning. As a moderator, she actively helps organisations think about what happens before, during, and after an event. She supports organisations in sharpening their message and ensuring it resonates with their audience at every stage. As an executive speaking coach, she works with managers and CEOs to define their core message: what they want to say, who they want to reach, and why it matters.

When appropriate, Laurien complements events with workshops or training sessions, helping participants translate insights into lasting behavioural change. She is not afraid to slow down discussions when reflection is needed or challenge assumptions when it strengthens the conversation. This makes her a moderator who not only guides events but also creates depth, engagement, and lasting impact.