Keynote Speaker
For over 25 years, Miriam van der Lubbe has worked at the heart of the design world, building a leading design studio, co-founding Dutch Design Week, and shaping international conversations around creativity and societal change.
We design the future together
Throughout her career, one thing has remained central: design is not about objects, but about impact. As a designer, curator and speaker, she works at the intersection of creativity, society and systemic change.
Talks that spark action
Her keynotes, lectures and workshops are inspiring, sharp and forward-looking. They bring energy, open up new ways of thinking and offer concrete starting points to take action - starting tomorrow.
“Personal, sharp and forward-looking, Miriam’s talk inspires audiences at every level - from leadership to creative teams - and leaves them with concrete insights they can apply immediately.”
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Design as a driving force.
Design is not a final layer, but a way of thinking and acting. It helps to make complex challenges tangible and gives direction to transitions — from sustainability to inclusivity.
Get to understand how creativity drives real innovation.
Want to learn more? A selection of articles :
Rabobank
IKEA of Sweden
ABN Amro
Design Indaba Capetown
Merck Darmstad
Museum Congres
RAI Amsterdam
Volvo
De Balie Amsterdam
NBTC
VPRO
Rotary
Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam
Dutch Design Week
Rabobank IKEA of Sweden ABN Amro Design Indaba Capetown Merck Darmstad Museum Congres RAI Amsterdam Volvo De Balie Amsterdam NBTC VPRO Rotary Jaarbeurs Utrecht Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam Dutch Design Week
Miriam has spoken on a wide range of leading stages and for diverse international audiences, from cultural platforms to global companies.
She has delivered keynotes at events such as Design Indaba and the annual opening of Dutch Design Week, and has contributed to high-level gatherings like the Paleis Symposia at Royal Palace Amsterdam.
She regularly speaks for organizations and brands including IKEA, Merck, Rabobank, Triodos Bank and ABN AMRO.
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Imagination as a catalyst
Real innovation doesn’t start with technology, but with imagination.
The ability to envision alternative futures is what creates movement, within organizations, systems and society at large.
