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Jun 19
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AI in HR Podcast. Episode 025. Guest: Be...

Hacking HR
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Join us for a conversation with Ben Keene—entrepreneur, tribe builder, and catalyst for purposeful change.

Ben has spent the past two decades turning ideas into impact—from building eco-villages in Fiji to co-founding Rebel Book Club and helping thousands launch meaningful careers and climate startups. With a unique blend of startup grit, global perspective, and human-first leadership, he’s redefining what it means to lead in the modern world: not with control, but with connection.

Ben’s work lives at the intersection of community, innovation, and impact. Whether he's accelerating funding for climate solutions through Raaise, exploring the future of AI for good with Superfly AI, or bringing people together through Rebel Book Club, his mission is clear: help people build what matters, together.

What sets Ben apart? He doesn’t just speak about leadership—he lives it. As an in-demand speaker, workshop host, and event MC, he’s energized audiences from London Tech Week to the Blue Earth Summit, earning praise from leaders like Richard Branson and Dame Jo Williams. His signature talks—on tribe building, AI for impact, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship—leave audiences not just inspired, but ready to act.

Ben’s been called “the best guest speaker we’ve ever had,” and it’s no surprise. He brings people together across cultures, causes, and continents, reminding us that the best leaders don’t just manage—they build tribes that move the world forward.

If you’re looking to connect deeper, lead smarter, and start something that truly matters—Ben Keene is the guide you’ve been looking for.

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