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Award Winning Expert Speaker

Master’s degree from the University of Liverpool. Practical frameworks that shift how people think and work in the real world.

  • Winner - Startup Coach of the Year 2025
  • Winner - Startup Mentor of the Year 2023
  • Top Global Thought Leader in Lean Startup (2022, 23 and 25)
  • Top Global Thought Leader in Careers (2025)
  • Certified FIrewalking Instructor

What it’s like working with Willem

“Willem’s advice is practical, and my team implemented it immediately. The feedback was spectacular; new advisers and veterans alike found value. If you need a speaker who delivers real impact, Willem is the guy to call.”

— Mano Appasamy, Business Manager, Sanlam

I’ve come to appreciate the value of integrating both work and life experiences to navigate complex scenarios more effectively. Going forward, I’ll be applying the Entrepreneurial Thinking Compass in my day-to-day role. In sales, we often encounter high-pressure situations that demand swift, thoughtful solutions, and this mindset equips me to respond with greater confidence and agility.

— Karabo Moremi - Internal Sales -

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