Wouter van den Berg is a pioneering neuro-economist and thought leader in talent development, renowned for coaching high-performing teams in rapidly scaling companies. As the founder and CEO of BrainCompass since 2012, he has been at the forefront of integrating neuroscience, behavioral economics, and genetic insights to optimize leadership and organizational performance.

Wouter’s groundbreaking research—utilizing brain scans, hormone analyses, and DNA profiling—has redefined how top talent is identified and nurtured. He is a pioneer in applying DNA analysis within the Talent Development and HR space, translating the latest neuroscientific discoveries into next-generation talent assessment and activation tools.

As a keynote speaker, Wouter excels at making complex science accessible and actionable. Through engaging storytelling and real-world examples, he challenges audiences to rethink talent development and answers the fundamental question: Are A-players born or created? His work inspires organizations to build elite teams by design, not by chance.