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Influencer Laura Bas

About Laura

Laura Bas is a generations expert specialising in Generation Z. As a researcher, trainer and consultant, she helps organisations understand generational dynamics and strengthen collaboration across all age groups.
While her core expertise lies in Generation Z, her work focuses on how different generations interact in the workplace and how organisations can attract, engage and retain talent at every career stage.
For her book The GenZclopedia, she conducted the largest qualitative study in the Netherlands on young people in the workplace. The book was published in October 2025 and reached number one on the Dutch management bestseller list before its official release, remaining at the top for twenty-seven consecutive days.
Alongside her research and consultancy work, Laura writes one of the most widely read business columns in the Netherlands, reaches hundreds of thousands of people on social media each week and delivers more than one hundred keynote talks per year. Her mission is to help organisations understand what drives the youngest generation and translate those insights into practical strategies that enable every generation to thrive.

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Inspiring speaker

  • 100+ talks per year
  • TEDx Speaker
  • The highest-rated speaker of the day
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Author of The GenZclopedia

  • Ranked number 1 in the Netherlands one week before its official release
  • Number 7 best selling management book of 2025
  • Nominated for Management Book of the Year
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Media authority

  • Columnist for the Dutch websites, Intermediair and MT/Sprout
  • Frequent podcast guest
  • Interviews in print, on radio and on TV
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From UN speech to changemaker: how Laura claimed the stage

As Youth Ambassador for Sexual Rights and Gender Equality, Laura engaged hundreds of young people around the world and advised the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At age 25, she wrote a speech on youth participation and gender equality. Instead of delivering it at an expected location such as a conference room in the Netherlands, she spoke at the United Nations.
Here’s the timeline:
First, Laura collected input from young people through consultations and meetings. Her results formed the basis of the largest qualitative study in the Netherlands on Gen Z in the workplace. Based on these insights, she advised the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During that same term, she was appointed as the youngest member of the Dutch UN delegation. As a delegation member, Laura usedtook her study insights to , negotiated on behalf of the Netherlands, and addressed world leaders. She participated in international sessions and spoke in multilateral settings where world leaders and ministers were present. This did not take place as a separate keynote moment, but within official UN meetings and delegations.

In other words, Laura is not to be found on the sidelines, but at the table.
Laura has been recognised with three awards for her societal impact: the Changemaker of Amsterdam Award, the Nouri Talent Award and the Encouragement Award of the Netherlands British Chamber of Commerce at the Women of the Year Award.

A leading authority on Generation Z and the future of work

Laur Bas Spreker Gen Z

It is the power of the youngest generation to innovate. When they do this with the support and guidance of other generations, attractive organizations are created for all generations

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Organizations that hire Laura

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What others say about Laura

Michael Pilarczyk
5,0

“Laura was great. Beautiful story. Very inspiring. I am proud. ‘All successful people have great coaches!’”

Jolien Vandercoilden
5,0

“Laura gave an interactive session to our recruitment team. This gave us new ideas and inspiration to look at recruiting Gen Z talent in a different way.

APG
5,0

“For our annual team day, we were looking for a stimulating and enthusiastic speaker. From the first moment of contact, there was an immediate click with Laura. Through a professional, (inter)active presentation, Laura facilitated a great dialogue between legal specialists from multiple generations. Laura held the entire group's attention from start to finish. Her message still resonates. Very well done! – andries netten, APG”

Elise Anker
5,0

“Laura Bas is a fresh, inspiring presence with extensive experience and expertise. She knows exactly how to challenge her audience and stands her ground. During her presentation, she managed to captivate everyone from young to old. She provided our organization with new, refreshing tools to move forward. Keep on providing GENZspiration.”

Marie Citroen
5,0

“By the end of the afternoon, Laura managed to keep the participants captivated with her great enthusiasm, inspiring examples, and genuine attention to the group! She knows her stuff, and we will definitely reach out to her again next time.”

Inge Leffering
5,0

“After thorough research, Laura takes you into the world of generational diversity. Once you are able to let go of stereotypical thinking, it is an educational session. It provides insight into the fact that the differences are actually not that great. By embracing the qualities of each generation, you can apply this to many purposes.”

Frank
5,0

“Laura Bas combines substance with passion and delivered an engaging presentation. It wasn't just Gen Z who were enthusiastic; all generations present appreciated Laura. I hope we work together again!”

Rens Wijma
5,0

“Laura hosted a fun, energetic, and powerful workshop at our generation event. She excels at presenting the topic of youth participation through relatable examples and practical tips that resonate with young people's needs. And of course, the differences between generations are also covered. Super!”

Kruidvat
5,0

“We thoroughly enjoyed having Laura as a keynote speaker at our national meeting. Enthusiastic, fast-paced, clear, and full of great insights, she immediately draws you into her story and gets you thinking, regardless of your generation. Highly recommended!”

Annemarie Barmentlo
5,0

“Fun, energetic, and practical workshop! Highly recommended!”

Jesse Geul
5,0

“Laura delivers a substantive story with great insights. Additionally, she knows how to engage the audience and hold up a mirror. A great combination if you're looking to shake things up within your team!”

Caroline Pols
5,0

“Laura Bas was a fantastic keynote speaker at the RMA Trends Event 2024. Regarding how to attract Gen Z to your organization and ensure this generation connects intrinsically with your employer brand, she delivered a compelling and concrete message using vivid examples. A powerful message and a highly valuable contribution to the RMA Trends Event 2024, initiated by Werf& and Up in Business.”

Armand van Velzen
5,0

“At the Allied Forces Maritime Roundtable session with HR directors and young professionals, Laura Bas delivered an inspiring keynote on generational differences. Laura speaks with energy, ensures great interaction with the audience, and is highly knowledgeable. Her preparation, coordination, and follow-up are thorough and professional. In short, highly recommended!”

Yvonne van Santen
5,0

“Inspiring talk with plenty of immediately applicable tips and tricks. Laura shares fun facts with a positive outlook on the generation. The facts don't lie. Laura is an engaging speaker and a true expert!”

Port of Rotterdam
5,0

“Energetic young talent!”

Paul van Hek
5,0

“Centered around the theme ‘Today’s Youth,’ we had an excellent evening for our 60 entrepreneurs and about 20 Gen Z youngsters. Laura’s strength lies primarily in the powerful mix of relevant insights from her own and other research, coupled with a multitude of practical tips and examples. The audience also highly appreciated the interaction and, of course, the Q sessions with both the entrepreneurs and the Gen Z youth. Great and sometimes spirited discussions—above all, very inspiring and educational. Two hours flew by.”

Sandra Versteegen
5,0

“Laura took us on a fast-paced journey through research, headlines, and biases regarding Generation Z. She did so in a way that actively engaged the audience. Her clear explanations and practical tips offer value to a diverse crowd. Our main takeaway is that while Generation Z is vital for the future, they need the experience of previous generations to implement their innovative ideas. It was great that Laura took the time afterwards to answer specific questions from various companies and sectors. Laura delivers an energetic presentation, though a slightly slower pace might better suit an audience over the age of 30.”

Anne Lotte
5,0

“At Onboard Amsterdam, Laura Bas delivered a powerful keynote that completely captivated the audience. With her extensive knowledge of Generation Z and her professional yet enthusiastic presentation style, she managed to inspire everyone. The room responded with great energy and left the event full of new insights. Highly recommended for anyone who truly wants to understand how to reach Gen Z!”

Saxion University of Applied Sciences
5,0

“Laura gave a very engaging presentation for our university of applied sciences, providing us with insight into how young people currently view life and how we could better support them. Highly valuable!”

Elke Verbaarschot
5,0

“Laura joined us in Athens last June and hosted an inspiring, active workshop for young professionals in our industry on energy boosters and how to use them to optimize existing work processes. She later shared the results of this workshop with a larger audience during a panel at our conference. She provides managers with practical tools and explains clearly and enthusiastically how different generations can work together optimally, supported by research and her own expertise. Our audience was very pleased with her contribution, and we would certainly recommend her!”

Jori Noordhoek
5,0

“Laura Bas was a guest at the Delft networking event Delft Verbindt. Given the theme, communicating with Gen Z, her research-based knowledge was a bullseye. We were hoping for an energetic speaker who would provide an interactive lecture/presentation supported by facts and figures, filled with practical tips and tricks. She more than delivered. Entrepreneurs left the room saying, ‘I’m going to delete my job postings and take a completely different approach.’ Direct, actionable advice for everyone from the local hairdresser to large corporations.”

Marcel Jansen
5,0

“In her high-energy style, Laura delivers a compelling, content-driven narrative about Gen Z that truly sticks. She illustrates data and research insights with practical, relatable examples. She doesn't just inspire; she holds up a mirror to entrepreneurs, prompting them to rethink their own workplace dynamics.”

IVVD
5,0

“Charming, inspiring, and enthusiastic.
With extensive knowledge, a touch of humor, and a huge dose of energy, Laura brings the story of Generation Z to the spotlight.”

Freek Talsma
5,0

“Laura's sparkling presentation at our Annual Change Management Conference gave attendees a clear picture of the different generations in the workplace. Laura made it crystal clear that Gen Z is the generation that will drive change.”

Johan de Witt
5,0

“As a jury member, Laura managed to lead the debate in such a positive way that it became a sparkling and interactive part of the Johan de Witt Conference. Highly recommended.”

Zaanse Business Day
5,0

“A successful opening act at the 2023 Zaanse Ondernemersdag. Laura gave an enthusiastic presentation on her expertise, Generation Z. It was great to see how the interaction sparked interesting conversations and new insights. Thank you!”

Ernst Jan Stroes
5,0

“As a keynote speaker at the Wilde Ganzendag 2024, Laura Bas made a fantastic contribution to the program. With an inspiring keynote, she encouraged the representatives of Dutch and Flemish private initiatives to seek inspiration throughout the day on how to involve new generations in their work for a more inclusive and equitable society. Laura delivered a compelling, practical story that both informed and inspired participants toward intergenerational collaboration—a key focus for Wilde Ganzen and its partners in the coming years.”