
Jahkini Bisselink
- Former United Nations Youth Representative and expert on Generation Z trends.
- Youth expert at Whetston Strategic Foresight since 2020, advising major clients such as Deutsche Telekom, European Parliament, and Lloyds Banking Group.
- Dynamic speaker with a unique perspective on the future, helping organizations navigate the complexities of engaging with the next generation.
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What Jahkini Bisselink's clients say
"We had the pleasure of featuring Jahkini as a speaker on youth communication to our staff. She was great to work with and attentive to our needs. Her talk was interactive and engaging and her answers during the Q&A were thoughtful and relevant."
"She is well spoken, honest and is not afraid to share her thoughts and insights from her viewpoint. Her participation added a new perspective to the table discussion."
"Jahkini is an inspiring young woman who has a brilliant mind, a positive attitude and the power to encourage young people to take a stand in life. It’s been a real pleasure working with her. We would definitely work with her again and can highly recommend her as a speaker, content creator, influencer and interview partner."
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Jahkini Bisselink's 2025 biography
Jahkini Bisselink: Youth Expert & Strategic Foresight Specialist
Jahkini Bisselink is a highly regarded expert on Generation Z trends, with a passion for helping organizations become future-fit in an ever-evolving world. With a keen understanding of the next generation’s mindset, Jahkini brings deep insights into the values, behaviors, and aspirations of Gen Z, making her an invaluable resource for companies looking to connect meaningfully with this emerging demographic.
She began her journey as a United Nations Youth Representative, a role that allowed her to represent the voices of young people on an international stage. This experience, coupled with her extensive research on generational trends, led Jahkini to join Whetston Strategic Foresight in 2020, where she serves as a youth expert. Her work focuses on guiding organizations through the complexities of generational shifts and helping them anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
Jahkini’s impressive client roster includes global brands like Deutsche Telekom, the European Parliament, and Lloyds Banking Group. She has built a reputation as a memorable and engaging speaker, bringing fresh perspectives and actionable insights to her presentations. Through her talks, Jahkini equips her audiences with the knowledge and strategies they need to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
By bridging the gap between generations and translating the values of Generation Z into practical strategies, Jahkini empowers organizations to not only understand the future but also thrive in it.
Jahkini Bisselink's 2025 talks & topics
Leadership: leading the multigenerational workplace
For the first time in history, there are four generations working together in most large organizations – leading to leadership challenges and often: multigenerational friction. How to get these generations to work smoothly together? How to bridge generation gaps and create more unity and understanding amongst your employees.
- CX: the future of the customer experience: We will help you understand what the next generation of consumers expects from your organization. By the year 2030 generation Z will have a humble spending power of 12 trillion dollars, overtaking the richest generation in history: the baby boomers.
- Ethics: the new era of activism: Having a strong corporate purpose and ethics firmly embedded in your mission and vision statements is not enough any more. The Action Decade has started! How do you manage (and excel) in the increasing demand for (true) action from your young employees and consumers.
- HR: how to attract and retain the next generation. In the year 2025, Generation Z will make up 25% of the global workforce, but at the same time attracting and retaining young people is one of the biggest challenges for many organizations. Jahkini will guide you through the complex, yet fascinating world of generation Z @ work.