Think
Fearlessly!

Inspiring fearless thinking and breakthrough results through a
proven formula for innovation that everyone can put to work.

Innovation is Even More Important in Our Fast
Changing and Uncertain World. 

But most companies and organizations miss the mark because they don’t
understand how innovation really happens and how to unlock the genius in
all their people. Fortunately, there is a better and proven way to get results
that matter.

Think Fearlessly!

In an uncertain world we all need to think fearlessly!
And we can all do this by mastering six essential skills,
what I call “enlightened ignorance”...

Enlightened Ignorance

A mindset or way of engaging the world based on six
essential skills:

And by understanding the “99% Rule”...

THE 99% Rule

The simple notion that 99% of all innovation throughout human
history have been based on someone else’s thinking or
something found in nature.

New Book

The Wisdom Of
Ignorance

A book about the power of not knowing and the value
of “enlightened ignorance” as the real key to innovation
and making a difference in an uncertain world.

Download the first chapter here and get started thinking
about the six skills that are essential to innovation,
success, and remaining relevant tomorrow!

Endorsed by Mel Robbins and renowned entrepreneurs,
business leaders, authors, and academics.

Available October 14th wherever thoughtful books
are sold.

Endorsed by MEL ROBBINS

New York Times–bestselling author and host
of The Mel Robbins Podcast

“This book is a permission slip to stop pretending you have all the
answers before you start. In a world obsessed with expertise, Alan
Gregerman flips the script and shows you why not knowing can be
your biggest asset in a fast-changing world.” 

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20 YEARS

Inspiring leaders, teams, and
organizations to unlock their
true potential.

35+ COUNTRIES

Where Alan has shared his
ideas and insights sparking
real innovation across a
wide range of industries.

700K+

People reached through
Alan’s talks, books, and
experiential learning
programs.

Meet Alan

Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Community Volunteer

I’m Alan Gregerman, innovation expert, bestselling author, keynote
speaker, and community volunteer, and my mission is to help people, companies, and organizations unlock their genius to solve important challenges, create remarkable new opportunities, and make a difference.

It is a mission based on my work with over 350 companies and organizations
around the world and a proven, more accessible, and more fearless formula for
innovating and achieving real results in a world changing super-fast.
Guaranteed!

Keynote Presentations

Transformative Experiences

Looking for a more in-depth way to stretch
your thinking, create important results, and
enhance teamwork and collaboration? If so,
our “Team Learning Adventures” program
could be just the ticket!

“Too many companies and organizations struggle to get innovation
right, in large part because they think genius is all about the power of
their expertise. It’s actually about changing the way we look at our
people and the world around us!”

Alan Gregerman

What clients are saying


Many thanks for another remarkable presentation and program. Your
ideas and energy continually challenge us to be the best company we
can possibly be.


If being more compelling and innovative in your career or
business matters to you, Alan Gregerman will
reset your thinking.


Sincere thanks for a rousing presentation! The feedback was
excellent and everyone was so appreciative of the new ideas, your energy, and the
innovative approach to HR you shared.


All of us learned so much from you. To say you were inspiring
would be a complete understatement.

Books & Ideas That
Change the Way You
Think

The Necessity of Strangers

What if strangers, the people you don’t know, were vital to
innovation and growth? In this award-winning and best-
selling book, Alan provides a framework for connecting
with new people and new ideas in order to drive your own
best thinking and action

Books & Ideas That
Change the Way You
Think

The Necessity of Strangers

What if strangers, the people you don’t know, were vital to
innovation and growth? In this award-winning and best-
selling book, Alan provides a framework for connecting
with new people and new ideas in order to drive your own
best thinking and action.

Books & Ideas That
Change the Way You
Think

Surrounded by Geniuses

While ideas and opportunities are all around, most of us
get stuck in the comfort zones of our own industries,
disciplines, and what we already know. We can change our
thinking and be much more successful.

Books & Ideas That
Change the Way You
Think

Lessons from The Sandbox

Shows how insights gained from children can help
companies grow, innovate, improve the bottom line,
and make magic with customers, employees, and
shareholders.

20% For Good

At VENTURE WORKS, we are committed to giving back to the places we
work in. And while we don’t donate shoes or eyeglasses to people in need,
though we think these are awesome things to do, we do give 20% of our
time and know-how to small nonprofits working to improve the lives of at risk
young people, people with developmental differences, and low-income
communities in the U.S. and around the world. If your organization, or an
organization you work with, might be a good fit, please let us know by
following the link below. This process is simple.

To date, we have worked with more than fifty organizations through
this effort.

Alan’s Blog and
Newsletter

We break down complex topics into digestible insights,
offering fresh perspectives and practical advice.

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Bring Alan Gregerman to your next event and ignite a culture of
curiosity, innovation, and unexpected breakthroughs. Book Alan
Today and unlock the genius in your people.

Let’s get
in Touch

Ready to Inspire Your Team?

Bring Alan Gregerman to your next event and ignite a culture of
curiosity, innovation, and unexpected breakthroughs. Book Alan
Today and unlock the genius in your people.

Let’s get
in Touch

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