Laurens Waling is a forward-thinking Talent Intelligence expert dedicated to transforming the landscape of work. As the Chief Evangelist at 8vance, he leads the development of an advanced AI-driven Talent Mobility Platform, tailored to seamlessly match individuals with job opportunities based on their unique skills, personality traits, and aspirations. Recognized for his proficiency in harnessing AI to streamline workplace dynamics, Laurens provides strategic insights to a diverse range of organizations including large corporations, healthcare providers, educational entities, and governmental agencies, helping them navigate innovation and complex HR challenges. Prior to his tenure at 8vance, Laurens founded Part-up, a collaborative platform that connected freelancers with projects, tasks, and roles, which he successfully exited in 2021. He holds a Master of Science degree in Technology, Policy, and Management from Delft University of Technology and has a background in advising on self-organizing teams and decentralized organizational structures.