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    Elke Geraerts

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      Elke Geraerts

      Pioneer in Mental Capital, Cognitive Resilience, and Authentic Intelligence

      Core Intelligence Domain: Resilience & Mental Capital
      Location: Belgium | Languages: English, Dutch
      Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence

      Elke Geraerts is an internationally recognised expert in psychology, mental resilience, and brain science, renowned for transforming how modern organisations approach human capital in highly demanding corporate environments. Bridging the gap between rigorous academic research and practical business application, she provides C-suite leaders with proprietary frameworks designed to safeguard employee well-being, optimise cognitive performance, and foster sustainable, high-performance cultures. As the modern workplace grapples with unprecedented rates of burnout and the disruptive force of artificial intelligence, her strategic foresight offers a vital blueprint for future-proofing global workforces.

      Following a distinguished academic career that included professorships and research tenures at the University of St Andrews, Maastricht University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam, Elke transitioned to the corporate sphere to found Better Minds at Work. As CEO of this international consultancy, she advises Fortune 500 companies and global enterprises on cultivating psychological safety and mental agility. Her science-backed methodology moves away from reactive stress management toward proactive “mental capital” investment—treating the human brain as an organisation’s most valuable and trainable asset.

      A bestselling author and highly sought-after thought leader, Elke has codified her insights into seminal works such as Mental Capital, The New Mental, and Authentic Intelligence. Her framework on Authentic Intelligence specifically addresses the human competitive advantage in an increasingly automated world, arguing that empathy, creativity, and resilience are the indispensable traits that artificial intelligence cannot replicate. Through her compelling keynotes, she empowers leaders to redesign work environments that nurture these uniquely human capabilities.

      Professional Milestones & Achievements

      • Founder and CEO of Better Minds at Work: Leads a prominent international consultancy dedicated to boosting mental resilience, energy, and productivity within corporate environments.
      • Distinguished Academic Background: Held prominent academic and research positions in psychology at top-tier institutions, including the University of St Andrews, Ghent University, and Erasmus University Rotterdam.
      • Bestselling Author: Penned critically acclaimed books including Mental Capital (a definitive guide to brain resilience), Authentic Intelligence, and The New Mental, which have been translated into multiple languages.
      • Strategic Advisor to the C-Suite: Consults globally for major corporations, integrating scientific insights on brain function into tangible HR and leadership strategies.
      • Pioneer of the “Mental Capital” Framework: Developed proprietary methodologies that shift corporate focus from burnout recovery to the proactive strengthening of cognitive resources.

      Core Speaking Themes

      • Mental Capital: Building Cognitive Resilience in a Fast-Paced World: Strategies to train the brain for optimal focus, emotional regulation, and sustained energy amidst constant disruption.
      • Authentic Intelligence: The Human Advantage in the Age of AI: Why distinctly human traits—such as empathy, creativity, and adaptability—are the ultimate competitive edge in an automated future.
      • Preventing Burnout and Fostering a Culture of High Performance: Moving beyond traditional wellness programmes to embed psychological safety and proactive mental health strategies into organisational DNA.
      • Leadership in the Hybrid Era: How leaders can maintain authentic connection, monitor well-being, and drive productivity in remote and hybrid work environments.
      • The Neuroscience of Change Management: Understanding how the brain processes uncertainty and how leaders can guide their teams through corporate transformations with minimal friction.

      Key Takeaways

      • Actionable, science-backed techniques to optimise brain function, enhance focus, and manage daily cognitive load effectively.
      • Strategic frameworks for C-suite and HR leaders to transition their organisations from reactive stress management to proactive mental capital investment.
      • A clear roadmap for cultivating “Authentic Intelligence” within teams, ensuring human talent thrives alongside artificial intelligence.
      • Practical leadership tools for navigating the complexities of modern, hybrid work environments while maintaining team cohesion and robust mental health.
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      • “I had the pleasure of listening to Elke's vivid expose at a "Resilience Workshop" for BESIX in Dubai. For me personally, her story contained a number of “aha”- points and allowed me to connect some dots on certain challenges encountered in the daily work environment. I left the workshop with a number of insights, quotes ("Attention is the new scarce resource") and practical steps. Her interesting and highly relevant presentation is the best invitation to read one of her books. Definitely worth some "focus"-time!”

        Peter Lembrechts Manager Six Construct, Dubai

        • Elke Geraerts “I had the pleasure of listening to Elke's vivid expose at a "Resilience Workshop" for BESIX in Dubai. For me personally, her story contained a number of “aha”- points and allowed me to connect some dots on certain challenges encountered in the daily work environment. I left the workshop with a number of insights, quotes ("Attention is the new scarce resource") and practical steps. Her interesting and highly relevant presentation is the best invitation to read one of her books. Definitely worth some "focus"-time!”
        5 / 5

      • “Together with my global team I had the opportunity to experience one of Elke’s sessions on Resilience. This was the best 90 mins I have spent in years! Elke's approach is fabulous. She captures her listeners with her authenticity and passion for the topic. While clearly grounded in science the use of metaphors and practical frameworks makes it easy to access. As a global team we have started our 48 hour sprint to put at least 3 tips in to practice. Her talk is a must for all in the challenging times we live in!”

        Yvonne Malone, Director EMEA Talent and Organization, Abbott

        • Elke Geraerts “Together with my global team I had the opportunity to experience one of Elke’s sessions on Resilience. This was the best 90 mins I have spent in years! Elke's approach is fabulous. She captures her listeners with her authenticity and passion for the topic. While clearly grounded in science the use of metaphors and practical frameworks makes it easy to access. As a global team we have started our 48 hour sprint to put at least 3 tips in to practice. Her talk is a must for all in the challenging times we live in!”
        5 / 5

      • “Elke has the rare talent of combining scientific insights with our everyday struggles in life. From the moment Elke starts to speak, she is able to hold the audience’s attention. She takes you on a mental journey through our brain and teaches us to get the best out of ourselves. The ultimate 'Elke effect' is that everyone who attends continues to contact each other long after the presentation to talk about how their brain is. A warm, special and, above all, highly talented person whom I wholeheartedly recommend.”

        Elmas Duduk, strategist for the City of Amsterdam

        • Elke Geraerts “Elke has the rare talent of combining scientific insights with our everyday struggles in life. From the moment Elke starts to speak, she is able to hold the audience’s attention. She takes you on a mental journey through our brain and teaches us to get the best out of ourselves. The ultimate 'Elke effect' is that everyone who attends continues to contact each other long after the presentation to talk about how their brain is. A warm, special and, above all, highly talented person whom I wholeheartedly recommend.”
        5 / 5

      • “Disruptive. That is probably the single best word to describe the impact of my meetings with Elke. Authentic interaction, and a lot of smiles too. During meetings I make sure to write down one impactful sentence. With Elke, I wanted to remember every sentence. It all made sense. Grounded in science, yet applicable in daily life. As I am working in developing technology for preventive health, getting Elke’s insights and feedback was essential in shaping our program. Evidently we invited her to speak at our international customer event, where she had a similar strong impact – this time on the entire audience. Thought provoking. Yet so simple, to remember, to apply. You have to experience it for yourself – I highly recommend meeting Elke.”

        Chris vanHoof, VP R&D, imec

        • Elke Geraerts “Disruptive. That is probably the single best word to describe the impact of my meetings with Elke. Authentic interaction, and a lot of smiles too. During meetings I make sure to write down one impactful sentence. With Elke, I wanted to remember every sentence. It all made sense. Grounded in science, yet applicable in daily life. As I am working in developing technology for preventive health, getting Elke’s insights and feedback was essential in shaping our program. Evidently we invited her to speak at our international customer event, where she had a similar strong impact – this time on the entire audience. Thought provoking. Yet so simple, to remember, to apply. You have to experience it for yourself – I highly recommend meeting Elke.”
        5 / 5

      • “Powerful – loaded with applications and insights. Wonderful speaker! Professional, real and useful. Elke’s talk was very positive and provided actual tools to support a more efficient way of working. It’s amazing the preparation, creativity and skills that goes into speaking. Elke makes people learn. Elke makes it look easy. Elke makes people laugh. And, Elke moves people into action. Elke is an expert at captivating and engaging with the audience. I am very happy that her talk was recorded so I can watch it again and again.”

        Genevieve Deschenes, Event Marketing Manager at Allianz Partners

        • Elke Geraerts “Powerful – loaded with applications and insights. Wonderful speaker! Professional, real and useful. Elke’s talk was very positive and provided actual tools to support a more efficient way of working. It’s amazing the preparation, creativity and skills that goes into speaking. Elke makes people learn. Elke makes it look easy. Elke makes people laugh. And, Elke moves people into action. Elke is an expert at captivating and engaging with the audience. I am very happy that her talk was recorded so I can watch it again and again.”
        5 / 5

      • “During the COVID-19 pandemic our leadership team decided to talk openly about mental health. Thanks to Elke, we were able to discuss mental resilience. Elke has the great talent to bring theory in a very vivid way. She is not just another keynote speaker in, yet another, webinar. She makes her insights actionable and easy to recognize. Her talk has been shared by many of our international colleagues. On a personal note, I very much value authentic people with real emotions and honest stories. I am very glad our roads crossed and we all hope for a sequel. Warmly recommending Elke to everyone in search for a “mirror, mirror on the corporate wall”.”

        Korneel Warlop, Director Corporate Communications, Barry Callebaut Group

        • Elke Geraerts “During the COVID-19 pandemic our leadership team decided to talk openly about mental health. Thanks to Elke, we were able to discuss mental resilience. Elke has the great talent to bring theory in a very vivid way. She is not just another keynote speaker in, yet another, webinar. She makes her insights actionable and easy to recognize. Her talk has been shared by many of our international colleagues. On a personal note, I very much value authentic people with real emotions and honest stories. I am very glad our roads crossed and we all hope for a sequel. Warmly recommending Elke to everyone in search for a “mirror, mirror on the corporate wall”.”
        5 / 5