Hi, I'm Chris Heemskerk - Innovation & AI Keynote Speaker | Author of The Innovation Scorecard™️ | X-Google USA & Apple
I'm driven by a passion for innovation and AI, transforming complex ideas into actionable strategies. I thrive when working with forward-thinking organizations to build sustainable innovation cultures and achieve measurable growth.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Apple Inc. and led scaled acquisitions at Google North America, managing multi-million dollar ARR.
Founder of The Innovation Alliance and adjunct faculty at EIIS, focusing on sustainable innovation strategies.
Can help others by delivering impactful keynote speeches on AI and innovation trends, and advising on strategy implementation.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Tech Giants
Honed innovation and business development skills at Google and Apple, driving strategic growth and new business initiatives.
✦ Apple
✦ Business Development
Academic and Strategic Leadership
Transitioned to academic roles, teaching innovation and sustainability, while also founding The Innovation Alliance to build a community.
✦ EIIS
✦ The Innovation Alliance
✦ Faculty
Global Thought Leadership
Established as a leading keynote speaker, author, and advisor, sharing expertise on innovation and AI with global audiences.
✦ Keynote Speaker
✦ Author
✦ AI Expert
💪🏻 Superpowers
Architect of Innovation Ecosystems
Translating complex ideas into actionable strategies
✦ Ranked top innovation keynote speaker by industry publications.
✦ Developed The Innovation Scorecard™ for measurable innovation impact.
✦ Featured in HBS case study on Google's innovation labs.
Bridging Corporate Giants and Future Trends
Leveraging high-impact corporate experience for broad application
✦ Led Scaled Acquisitions at Google, managing multi-million dollar ARR.
✦ Former innovation leader at Apple, contributing to cutting-edge development.
✦ Apply insights from global tech leaders to diverse industries.
Catalyst for Sustainable Growth
Driving innovation for lasting organizational impact
✦ Founder of The Innovation Alliance, fostering collaborative innovation.
✦ Visiting Faculty at the European Institute for Innovation and Sustainability.
✦ Stanford-certified in Design Thinking for practical problem-solving.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring collaborations with forward-thinking organizations on AI and innovation initiatives.
✦ Seeking opportunities to share The Innovation Scorecard™ with a wider audience.
✦ Connecting with peers and leaders passionate about shaping the future of innovation.
I can help with
✦ Deliver impactful keynote speeches on AI and innovation trends for your event.
✦ Advise your organization on implementing robust innovation strategies and frameworks.
✦ Facilitate workshops to unlock creative potential and drive sustainable growth.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging AI applications impacting various industries.
✦ Connecting with organizations seeking to transform their innovation culture.
✦ Finding potential partners for The Innovation Alliance initiatives.