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What a journey! What an adventure! What a beautiful story!

Thank you for sharing your experiences and lessons!

During our recently organised GemaQ summit for entrepreneurs in the petrol sector, we had the honour of welcoming Wiebe Wakker as our keynote speaker. And what a story he had to tell.

With his Plug Me In project, Wiebe drove (without any money in his pocket) in an electric car all the way from the Netherlands to Australia. His mission? To prove that electric transport does work, even with minimal resources. Along the way, he relied entirely on the help of others: for power, food, a place to sleep… and it worked. 95,000 km, 33 countries, 1 powerful message.

His journey is not only a testament to perseverance, but also a mirror for us all. How do we deal with change? How quickly do we switch to sustainable alternatives? And how can we achieve great goals with limited resources?

His story was an inspiration to everyone in the room. Precisely because it was not about technology or figures, but about vision, courage and trust.

Thank you, Wiebe, for your energy and impact. A message that will stay with us.

During Vaart in Diemen, we had Wiebe Wakker as a speaker. I found his adventure, a journey from Amsterdam to Sydney in an electric car, an interesting story and, as so often, I also took valuable lessons from it.

Wiebe was a student with no money, but still wanted to travel. Sustainability was just a hot topic at the time, so he found a creative solution: travelling in an electric car and asking for help with electricity, food and shelter along the way.

The result? A journey of more than three years, with many challenges, but through the attention it received in social media, also many highlights. Like a royal reception in Indonesia.

What I took away from his story:
• Have a clear goal and stick to it. No matter how challenging it gets, keep focus on what you want to achieve.
• Provide energy, both for your project and yourself. Just like a car that needs recharging, we also need rest, balance and a good network to be successful in the long run.
• Dare to ask for help. Wiebe literally asked strangers for power and shelter along the way. It works the same way in entrepreneurship. Involve others in your plans and ask for help.
• Think in terms of solutions. No charging stations in Italy? Wiebe found an alternative route via Norway. Stay creative and look at what can be done.
• Celebrate your successes. It is important to reflect on your achievements. Successes give you energy and keep you motivated.

As host, I got to talk up the evening for our visitors. Quite an honour with such a speaker as Wiebe!

Wiebe’s inspiring story about his Plug Me In journey gave our staff new insights into life’s opportunities and challenges, cross-cultural understanding, the beauty of human generosity, everyday innovation and much more.

It was a great session and the response from our audience was rave!

What an incredibly powerful story. Our people at Coca-Cola were very excited and inspired by Wiebe’s story.

Great insights and so down to Earth, everyone should hear this once!

It was wonderful to host Wiebe as a speaker for one of our events. The insights and experiences he shared during the event was quite inspirational.

It’s incredible how he found a way to source his energy and resources for the trip from unknown people around the world.

To me, the overarching message through this adventure is PEOPLE HELP PEOPLE. Wish you many more adventures.

Wiebe managed to captivate our Lions Club members immensely with his story of what electric mobility is capable of.
In his own wonderfully humorous way, he took us on his journey and shared his experiences on how to deal with change and setbacks.

His journey is a particularly great example of what you can achieve by working together, making connections and having a positive view of the world and inspires everyone to pursue their dreams!

No mountain too high and no bridge too far! Wiebe shares some messages based on his extreme journey to the other side of the earth in an electric car:

Trust in your fellow man!
Why not take the adventure?
Encountering yourself in repetitive habits
A very nice subcutaneous incentive to become more sustainable
Entrepreneurship is perseverance

Interaction and humour (including self-mockery) are used to get the messages across… Happy to do it again Wiebe!

Range anxiety? You’ll soon be cured of that after a presentation by Wiebe! If you can make it in Australia with the Blue Bandit, you should also be fine in our little country with electric cars.

During a Lunch&Learn at Libra Energy, Wiebe told us his story and brought inspiration with great humour and perspective. A presentation from which everyone can get something for his/her own life!

Wiebe was our keynote speaker at our event for the members of Verhurend Nederland. That is an incredibly diverse group of people, from different companies and with very different backgrounds and interests. So who can give an appealing, humorous and inspiring presentation that all the guests will appreciate? Right. Wiebe!

With beautiful photos and videos, rock-solid stories, Wiebe takes you on his world tour in an electric VW Golf and convinces you and your guests how you can achieve an incredible amount with few resources through cooperation and optimism. And the fact that the Blue Bandit was along for the ride makes it all the more tangible.

So are you looking for a sincere speaker with an appealing, lively and inspiring presentation that is fun for everyone? Book Wiebe!

Recently I met Wiebe and invited him to tell his adventure for our company Diverz.

The story seems to be about his journey to prove that you can get to the other side of the world with an electric car. Through 33 countries and after 100,000 km of driving. Without money, always looking for bed, bread and a battery, plug me in. But the story is much more than a adventure and has imo another layer.

His journey is much more about the personal transformation he went through;

• about his view of humanity that changed because he saw that there was an enormous willingness to help
• about his confidence in solving problems, because if he has already succeeded 99 times, there will be a solution for every subsequent problem
• about his realization that sustainability really matters. Started as an alibi to make the trip, but at the end of the journey, sustainable travel is his motto
• about his shift from an introvert to a well-known media figure who had to speak out
• about his own boundaries and the impact of crossing those boundaries.

In short, a story full of inspiration about cooperation, hope and courage.

Thanks Wiebe, we all enjoyed!

As part of our summer school for Jaarbeurs employees, Wiebe came to tell his inspiring story about the Plug Me In project.

The inspiring  presentation with lots of humor stirred up a lot of interest among the group. We look back on a nice cooperation and an enthusiastic session!

This summer, we invited Wiebe to FlevoMeer Library Dronten to talk about his Plug Me In project.

And it caught on, the room was full! He took us along on his journey with enthusiastic stories and many beautiful photos to back it up.

The visitors were surprised and enjoyed themselves immensely!

We really enjoyed Wiebe’s stories about his bizarre trip to Australia in an electric car. It was very inspiring to hear him talk about the more than 95,000 kilometres and 33 countries of the longest journey ever in an electric car.

With his down-to-earth humorous reflections on the visual spectacle, Wiebe knows how to captivate to the end.

You get the urge to travel and it helps almost therapeutically against “range anxiety”!

On 24 October we organised a so-called pressure cooker session. With the business community, young people, government and education, to come up with smart solutions for the changes in education and the labour market in relation to the energy transition.

To show how fast the world is changing and what is possible, we needed inspiration. We asked Wiebe for that. And this turned out to be great; the success of the day, for young and old. Afterwards, everyone wanted a photo with Wiebe and his signature.

Wiebe, your story inspires!

Visitors to Ecomobiel were very enthusiastic about Wiebe’s presentation. Wiebe’s journey is unique and so is his story. Wiebe inspires, makes people think and provides a comic note.

After you have heard his story, you know that you can achieve your goals, even if they seem totally unattainable.

What a beautiful story and presentation! Wiebe told us how he travelled through 34 countries with an electric car and without financial means.
His journey was not an easy one, one with many obstacles and challenges. In an energetic and funny way he told his story. Especially his message about sustainability came across strongly, a theme we work on every day within our organisation.

Wiebe met a lot of people and was able to share the purpose of his journey with the people met, which inspired and convinced a lot of people to start thinking more about sustainability.
He also inspired our team. I would highly recommend him as a speaker!

At ‘Impact Event Sustainable Zeist’, Wiebe gave a fantastic presentation about his journey in an electric car from the Netherlands to Australia.

During his lively talk, interspersed with anecdotes, self-mockery and humour, everyone was hanging on his every word. Many beautiful photos and videos made his story and the challenges he faced understandable. This can inspire everyone in the field of sustainable mobility, the goodness of people and problem-solving!

As an innovation centre in the creative industry, we are always looking for inspiration: Wiebe certainly gave us that.

With his story about his world trip in an electric car, he managed to enthuse the companies in the room and, not unimportantly, make them laugh. Wiebe speaks in a down-to-earth and spontaneous way and really stands as himself on the stage.
He makes you think, not only about sustainability but especially about jumping in at the deep end and going on an adventure.

I can heartily recommend Wiebe as a speaker in the business industry.

Wiebe is a pleasant personality who in a relaxed manner takes the congress participants on his inspiring adventure. This was certainly talked about for the rest of the day.

It was nice to see how Wiebe subtly connected to the theme of the congress during the presentation. In short, Wiebe is highly recommended as an inspiring speaker for a congress or meeting.

Basically, it’s all about pioneering and seeing opportunities. Sometimes, as chair of the day, you also get to see a fine Keynote speaker with an inspiring story.

Still impressed!

Wiebe recently told his amazing story at the municipality of Amsterdam at the Department of Space and Sustainability. It is a boy’s book full of adventure and challenges that seem insuperable.

You could captivate the audience with just the pictures, but during your story you discuss topics such as sustainability, collaboration and dealing with setbacks.

My colleagues left the meeting inspired. Highly recommended!

Wiebe’s ability to convey his journey engagingly and authentically made a deep impression on all present, captivated the audience and left us inspired. His anecdotes and images brought his adventure to life and encouraged us to think about the importance of eco-friendly solutions in our daily lives.

As a speaker, Wiebe is incredibly personable and approachable. He has a unique ability to connect with a diverse audience and his enthusiasm for his topic is infectious.

His presentation left us all with a renewed sense of purpose and determination to take action for a sustainable future.

Wiebe’s inspiring story shows that reaching your goal does not only depend on a solid plan, a healthy dose of guts and a lot of perseverance.

Flexibility in dealing with unforeseen circumstances and plenty of humour are just as important – and this is reflected in Wiebe’s inspiring and entertaining presentation.

The insights Wiebe gained on his journey contain valuable lessons many organisations can benefit from in realising their goals. Highly recommended!

Recently, Wiebe Wakker gave an inspiring presentation for the Young Alfen organisation in Almere about his journey to the other side of the world in an electric car.

His talk took us through his road trip from start to finish. Wiebe knows how to look back on his journey in an engaging way and take the listener with him. Thus, you become part of the journey and accompanying cultural experiences and unexpected dilemmas that came his way.

The presentation provides food for thought on themes of personal development, perseverance and multicultural cooperation.

Range anxiety will have taken on a different meaning for many after Wiebe’s presentation.

Innovation, sustainability, inspiration, adventure, humour, life lessons and I could go on.

I enjoyed Wiebe’s presentation at Hoogheemraadschap Delfland about his trip to Australia and all the life lessons he learned from it. Extremely inspiring to hear Wiebe talk about the ups and downs and even though I will never make such a trip myself, the ‘journey’ and development of the person Wiebe is very recognisable.

Wiebe completely takes you into his car in just under 50 minutes and the joy of crossing the finish line was palpable even for me because I was so taken with him.

Wiebe thanks for your beautiful story, I wish and hope you may inspire many more people and I and many of my colleagues are eagerly awaiting your book!

DB Breweries/HEINEKEN NZ was lucky to host Wiebe on the final leg of his world tour in New Zealand.
Wiebe’s authentic, easy going style of presentation was well received by our staff and his talk was both entertaining and informative.

Our staff came away better informed about EVs and inspired to live a little more sustainably in their own lives.

What an inspiring story!

At our first physical meeting after a long time, we asked Wiebe to take us on his journey.

Wiebe was on stage as himself. Open and honest, with humour and lots of visuals, he makes you think. Wiebe taught us that there is no need to be afraid of the unknown. A little courage to take the plunge helps. He gives telling examples that make you realise again that you are always judging, where this is often wrong. With trust in the goodness of people, beautiful collaborations arise spontaneously.

Are you looking for an example where the goal is clear, but the journey is unknown? Do you simultaneously want to be made to think about following your dreams where sustainability is an important theme? I can recommend Wiebe to you.

A fascinating story about how Wiebe drove from the Netherlands to Australia in an electric car without spending a penny. He ended up covering 95,000 km through 33 countries.

His adventures and life lessons made everyone hang on to his every word. Highly recommended if you are looking for a speaker on mobility or sustainability!

Wiebe took us on his extraordinary journey from the Netherlands to Australia with an electric car and no money. His story is a true inspiration and shows how guts, collaboration and an open mindset can take you further than you ever imagined. With his Plug Me In project, he crossed countless countries and proved that seemingly impossible challenges are achievable.

His adventure broke through fixed thinking patterns and motivated us to think big and just do it. Wiebe’s journey is not only an impressive adventure, but above all a powerful example of how you can achieve incredible goals by trusting others and working together.

An inspiring story that will stay with us for a long time!

Your life journey with your electric car from the Netherlands to Australia was so inspiring for us! Thank you!

I recently had the opportunity to attend a presentation by Wiebe. I was already familiar with the broad outlines of his story, but I had no idea there was so much more to his journey! A fascinating story from an inspiring speaker. Highly recommended!

On 10 May, Wiebe took us (the participants of the Dutch Caravan Club and the Association of Electric Vehicle Drivers) on his challenging world trip with an EV, and we hung on his every word. What a wonderful story and what a gruelling journey, but at the same time incredibly inspiring! Thank you for sharing your life lessons! Highly recommended!

I have had the privilege of knowing Wiebe Wakker for many years as a friend of the Association of Electric Vehicle Drivers(VER). His unparalleled perseverance and dedication to sustainability are truly inspiring. With his “Plug Me In” project, he has proven that electric transport is not only feasible, but also a powerful means of connecting people worldwide. Wiebe’s ability to overcome challenges and his passion for a more sustainable future make him an example to many. I am grateful for his continued commitment and friendship within the VER community.

In May, Wiebe spoke at the campsite in Zeewolde. What a story! Moving, exciting, humorous and inspiring. Thank you, Wiebe.

Inspiring story from Wiebe!

Nice enthusiastic story.

Very interesting and inspiring story, Wiebe!

Great presentation! Very good story.

A wonderful adventure, entrepreneurship in a completely different dimension.

Inspiring presentation from Wiebe on fantastic adventures around the world.

An inspiring story, honest, authentic and humorous which is much more than an adventure.

Great speaker and inspiring story. Good to take a moment to reflect on what it means to go out without expectations and without knowing what is coming. Thanks Wiebe.

Fantastic speaker with an inspiring story. With humour and quips, Wiebe talks about his sustainable journey to Sydney.

Wonderful presentation on a incredible impressive journey around the world. Absolutely recommended where the kindness of total strangers around the world is very inspiring.

A lot of respect for your tremendous perseverance to achieve this extraordinary feat! Extraordinary achievement!

What an amazing, unimaginable, courageous and hopeful story. Confidence in humanity from an electric car. Can it get any better?
Best of luck, and may you inspire new generations! Many thanks, Edith

Very inspiring to hear him speak about his life journey. His adventure is impressive and he also makes you think. It gave me insights into life’s opportunities and challenges, cultural understanding and what you can achieve by working together.

What an inspiring story about your journey, story, perseverance, culture and passion. good luck on your next journey Wiebe!

Wiebe is an admirable ‘sustainable adventurer’. First he realises a boyhood dream by driving the Blue Bandit to Sydney, then he travels by train to Dubai and just when you think he’s back, I see him travelling across the Sahara on a coal train! He is driven to make his presentations top-notch and it is an honour to support him in doing so. Recommended for any meeting that could use an inspiring, fascinating storyteller!

What an inspiring story and what an incredible adventure! I enjoyed the presentation, with Wiebe taking us on a journey. A journey around the world, where he meets unexpected help and kindness. Wiebe tells his story with humour and beautiful insights. Highly recommended!

A very special and fantastic story. What a lot Wiebe has been through. Setbacks, friendship and help! It’s incredible and inspiring!!!

Wiebe Wakker is an inspiring speaker who keeps you captivated.
With his enthusiasm, humour and personal stories, he knows how to touch the audience. He shows how you can ‘literally’ travel the world in a sustainable way and live. How to get in touch with people all over the world. His way of telling stories keeps you listening to him his story is not only interesting, but also really motivating. Because of his light-hearted and personal way of telling it.

Wiebe’s story is hugely inspiring. Funny, amazing, energising, admiring. If you have the chance to hire him for a presentation sometime, definitely do it!

Super inspiring story. Listened captivated from start to finish. Wonderful to travel the world in a bird’s eye view with Wiebe.

I had the pleasure of meeting Wiebe Wakker at the WTM London, where he shared his inspiring journey from Amsterdam to Sydney in an electric car. His mission to promote sustainable travel truly resonated with me, and it was incredible to hear about the challenges he overcame and the amazing people he met along the way. Wiebe is not only passionate about eco-friendly travel but also a very genuine, intelligent, and down-to-earth person. We’ve kept in touch since, and it’s always a pleasure chatting about future ideas. Highly recommend following his journey if you’re interested in sustainability and adventure!