Willem Gous
About
Willem Gous is a global voice on entrepreneurial thinking as a foundational life and work skill.
He has more than 25 years of experience in business and entrepreneurship, spanning manufacturing, online, and the creative industries.
He holds a Master’s degree from the University of Liverpool (U.K.), was named Startup Mentor of the Year 2023, and is ranked as a Top 50 Global Thought Leader by Thinkers360 in Lean Startup (2022, 2023 & 2025) and Careers (2025).
Willem is the winner of Startup Coach of the Year 2025.
Beyond the stage, Willem is a single father and a certified firewalking instructor. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa.