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Jack is a seasoned and frequently asked speaker who has delivered many keynotes, presentations and workshops in 5 continents around the globe. He is known for his enthousiastic and interactive style of presenting and is able to break down complex topics in a clear, consise and humourous way. Check out the short introduction movie below to experience Jack as a speaker.

Jack is able to very insightfully translate complicated matters concerning big data, data science, etc., in a highly enthusiastic and humorous fashion. His presentations are accessible and understandable for everyone.

Marc Seelen – Chief Medical Information Officer UMCG Groningen

The topics Jack speaks about are always related to data in the broadest sense or as Jack puts it: “it’s all about data”. Jack has 25+ years of working experience in the software industry and has been a (keynote) speaker at countless events and conferences. The topics he likes to speak about are:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Ethical AI
  • Ethics of technology
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Science
  • Analytics
  • Data driven transformation
  • Blockchain

I have collaborated with Jack on a regular basis and I think he is an inspiring storyteller and a gifted keynote speaker. It is very fascinating to listen to him speaking.

Eva Haakman, IBM

If you like to book Jack as a speaker for your conference or event, you can get in touch with to him via the contact page.

Quotes about Jack as a (keynote) speaker

Michelle Fisser

Chairwoman, Society for Compliance Professionals (VCO)

Jack, the Data Evangelist, delivered an inspiring session loaded with fresh insights at the 20th anniversary event of the VCO. Lots of #foodforthought about #AI #ethics and #compliance

Miquel de Gruijter

Business Development Manager, Active Professionals

Jack presents the most important data and AI trends in a nice, entertaining and playful way. He was the opening speaker at our customer event and his enthusiasm made the audience feel energised and alert.

Jorrit Arntzen

Information Manager, ROC Friese Poort

Jack has an authentic curiosity for data/ AI and ethics which he deploys during his presentations. During the launch event for our new data warehouse Jack delivered an inspiring keynote presentation which resonated very well with all the attendees.

Gerard van Dommelen

Lecturer Auditing, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences

Jack has delivered several guest lectures about big data, analytics, AI, Machine Learning and ethics in the auditing courses I teach at Windesheim University of Applied Sciences. It’s great to see how Jack interacts with the students by applying humor, great examples and applied exercises in his lectures. His enthusiasm and energy unveil the joy he has in teaching and working with students which makes it a pleasure to attend his talks. I highly recommend Jack as a guest lecturer.

Anoeska Mosch

Advisor Organizational Development and Education, Municipality of Alkmaar

Jack is a passionate speaker who combines his data knowledge with vivid examples how you can apply this in your daily work. He seeks interaction with his audience and is enthusiastic.

Marie-Louise Kok

Program Manager Education, MediaFederatie Academy

Jack provided an online talk on Deepfakes for publishers and professionals working in Media in the Netherlands. Listeners gave a grade from 8 up till 10 and evaluated Jack as an inspiring speaker with a good pace and very pleasant to listen to. From the organisational point of view Jack is very professional to work with. Definitely worth repeating.

Claudia Vlaar

Research Data Analyst, Vesteda

Jack did not only bring a wide range of examples of the possibilities of data and AI but also awareness on the ethical aspects. Jack gave an inspiring view of the future (based on knowledge from where we’re coming) while keeping both feet on the ground: a perfect combination.

Ben Wouterzon

Manager team management information research and analysis, Dutch Police

Jack is a very passionate keynote speaker who you'd like to invite as a speaker for your event. His authentic style, his knowledge and vast experience cause a lot of interaction with the audience. What I really like about his presentations is that Jack uses compelling examples and speaks in a clear language that sticks. In our organization Jack provided deep insights into  the ethics of data, data science, analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Excellent !!    

Hans van Putten

Senior Compliance Officer, DAS Legal insurance

Jack is a seasoned speaker  who has a very interactive and engaging style of delivering his keynote presentations which is based on his in-depth knowledge of the topics he speaks about and his many years of experience. All these things considered a session delivered by Jack is very inspiring, challenges oneself to think and lets you look forward to attend the next session he delivers.

Eric Schuiling

Program and Knowledge Manager, Dutch Compliance Institute

Jack enthusiastically speaks about the contemporary challenges that are related to the themes data, ethics and artificial intelligence. Every person and every organization faces challenges on the intersection of these themes and Jack is a very capable guide to shine his light on these topics using contemporary and relevant examples.

Henk Koelewijn

Lead Solution Engineer, Tableau, a Salesforce.com company

Jack is a master in delivering his in-depth knowledge on big data and ethics in an engaging and interesting way. A presentation delivered by Jack is never run-of-the-mill: it is always surprising and his energising presenting style makes the audience engaged from the beginning to the end.

Yannick Malta/ Wouter Hollander

CEO, UbiOps

Jack has been the key-note speaker at our virtual customer event. His inspiring speech and in-depth knowledge of AI ethics has made our customers aware of the importance of this theme. Jack's speech kept you engaged and provided new knowledge in a structured way. We would definitely invite Jack again for future events.

Mike Sadler

Digital Offering Manager, IBM

Jack Esselink is still one of my favourite people to watch, listen and learn from - if you need someone to inspire at an event, I would recommend reaching out.

Hubrecht Smits

Managing Director, TWR Netherlands/ Belgium

Jack is capable of explaining the developments in our information society in such way that's easy to digest for a layman audience. He delivers his presentations in a humourous fashion which gets the audience inspired and excited.

Ruben van der Linden

Lecturer Business Intelligence, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

Jack is a very passionate speaker who has delivered multiple guest lectures on analytics in my class for the students at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. His style of presenting is very energetic and he tells many stories with lots of humor. To me and to my students these lectures always have been the icing on the cake. I can highly recommend Jack as a speaker!

Bernard de Bruin

CEO, DeBruin ICT

Jack is a talented speaker and expert in the area of AI MachineLearning and ethics.

Lee Sterrey

Account Director, E2open

I’ve seen Jack on multiple occasions, he’s inspiring, knowledgeable and delivers the content with enthusiasm, energy and fun. Highly recommended.

Andreas Hofland

General Manager, Hortikey

Jack knows how to entertain and connect with the audience using surprising examples.

Nick van Dorp

Recruitment Consultant Data Science & AI, Darwin Recruitment

It was a pleasure to have Jack as a keynote speaker at the meetup we organised around the topic of data. He is very knowledgeable and experienced on the topic of data science and AI. It is amazing to watch him deliver his speech and the fun he has while delivering and interacting with the audience. I'd like to have him back as a speaker on one of our future events!

Lex Pierik

Senior consultant and trainer Business Intelligence, Think.Design.Make

Inspirational speaker who can deliver a broad perspective on the past, present and future of data and how to apply this in your daily work life!

Polina Abdoulina

Senior Data Scientist, TNT/FedEx

"High pace, high energy and high impact - everybody left energised an buzzing after your talk, Jack! Thank you for inspiring us!"

Bart Kuiper

Manager Business Analytics Consultancy, Centric

Jack is an enthusiastic speaker and can take the audience along and get them excited by linking fun facts to the latest developments in Analytics.

Marc Seelen

Chief Medical Information Officer, UMCG Groningen

Jack is able to very insightfully translate complicated matters concerning big data, data science, etc., in a highly enthusiastic and humorous fashion. His presentations are accessible and understandable for everyone.

Eva Haakman

Technical Sales Specialist, IBM

I have collaborated with Jack on a regular basis and I think he is an inspiring storyteller and a gifted keynote speaker. It is very fascinating to listen to him speaking.
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