The Future of Work: The Human Edge in an AI-Driven World

The Future of Work: The Human Edge in an AI-Driven World Prof. dr. Nick van Dam

In this interactive keynote, Prof. van Dam examines what truly differentiates effective leaders in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. As AI transforms how organizations operate, learn, and compete, the critical question for leaders—especially those responsible for learning and leadership development—is no longer what machines can do, but what humans must do better.

Drawing on research and insights from his book Leading with Human Skills, Prof. van Dam introduces a practical framework of five defining human capabilities—intuition, integrity, instinct, imagination, and identity—that form the foundation of the “human edge.” He connects these to essential human skills that future-ready professionals need to cultivate to remain relevant and effective.

Participants will actively engage in discussions and have opportunities to connect with other professionals, exchange insights, and reflect on how to apply these ideas in their own context.

Rather than positioning AI as a threat, this keynote reframes it as a catalyst—one that elevates the importance of distinctly human strengths. Professionals who develop these capabilities will not only adapt to change but shape the future of work.

Event Schedule:

18:30-20:00 Keynote by Prof.dr. Nick can Dam

20:00-21:00 Cocktail and Networking

About Nick van Dam PhD.

Nick is an internationally recognized thought leader, researcher, advisor, facilitator and bestselling (co-author) of more than 29 books on leadership development, the future of work, organizational behavior and corporate learning and talent management.

He has written numerous articles for various publications and has been quoted by Bloomberg Businessweek, The Financial Times, Fortune Magazine, Harvard Business Review, Times of India, Information Week, CLO Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal.

He is Director of the IE University, Center for Corporate Learning and Talent Management, and a faculty member of different universities including IE Business School, Nyenrode Business University, The University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Business Impact. Nick is an external senior advisor and faculty for McKinsey & Company. Nick is co-founder of the e-Learning for Kids Foundation (www.e-learningforkids.org) which has provided over 30 million children with free digital learning.

More Information and free articles: nickvandam.com

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