The Leading Speakers Bureau

World Authority on International Business and Corporate Strategy

Gordon Hewitt is widely acknowledged as one of the world’s leading authorities on how to compete and create advantage in dynamic, complex markets. He is presently Adjunct Professor of Business Administration at the Stephen M Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and he consults at Board level for many international corporations.

One of the world’s leading authorities on creating advantage in complex markets

[expand title=”In detail”] Gordon’s interests cover the fields of global competition and the development of new frameworks for creating corporate value and competitive advantage. As a consultant, he has conducted major strategy deployment and educational programs in an extensive variety of corporate environments working with corporations such as IBM, Intel, PwC, AstraZeneca, Microsoft and Credit Suisse.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Through discussing the future of corporate strategy and corporate governance in his presentations, Gordon redefines the challenge of corporate value creation in the context of new competitive realities and advises his audiences on how best to deal with the dynamics of change in business.[/expand]
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One of the Nobel Prize-winning Canadians on the IPCC, Expert on Pandemic Influenza

Dr. Kirsty Duncan is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the area of pandemic influenza, environmental change, and the impact on human health. In 2008, Dr. Duncan was formally recognized as one of the Nobel Prize winning Canadians on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. She is a professor of Health Studies at the University of Toronto and is the current MP for the Liberal Party of Canada in the Toronto riding of Etobicoke North.

“A leading expert on health issues”

[expand title=”In detail”] Kirsty earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Geography in 1993 and went on to gain recognition for her groundbreaking efforts in leading an expedition to uncover the cause of the 1918 Spanish influenza, history’s greatest killer. Amongst her many accolades Kirsty has been nominated for ‘Canada’s Top 40 Under 40’ in 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2001. As well as being nominated for the prestigious Order of Ontario in 2000 and 2001, she appeared in the millennium edition of Canada’s Who’s Who in 1999.[/expand]

[expand title=”What she offers you”]In her presentations, Kirsty Duncan describes common responsibilities of corporate social responsibility, and then focuses on crucial global environmental issues and health concerns, and where business can make positive changes to society. She explores emerging threats-such as, the Swine Flu outbreak in Mexico, Ebola hemorrhagic fever in Africa, Variant Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease in the United Kingdom, and West Nile virus in the United States-the possible reasons for their emergence, and what can be done in the fight against these diseases.[/expand]

[expand title=”How she presents”]Kirsty Duncan’s emotive and passionate style of delivery is highly inspirational and motivating. Her presentations serve as an excellent tool for decision makers from the world of business. She is also part of our Top Women keynote speakers. [/expand]
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Professor of Global Strategy & Bestselling Author

Pankaj Ghemawat is one of the new generation management gurus who throws new light on corporate behaviour and particularly its global aspect. He is also one of the best keynote speakers of all times. He is currently Professor of Global Strategy at the IESE Business School which is ranked as one of the top 3 business schools in Europe and also writes a blog on global strategy, ‘What in the World’ for Harvard Business Online. He has written several award winning publications on Business Strategy including the bestseller ‘Redefining Global Strategy’.

What our clients say after booking Pankaj Ghemawat:

“Pankaj did really good job. During the event, everyone was dazzled by his performance.”

[expand title=”In detail”] Professor Ghemawat earned his PhD in Business Economics from Harvard University. He then worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Company in London before joining the Harvard Business School in 1983. In 1991, he was appointed the youngest professor in HBS’s history and in 2006 he joined IESE. In October 2008 he was appointed Fellow of the Strategic Management Society (SMS). He has received numerous awards including the 2008 Irwin Outstanding Educator Award from the Academy of Management, the first European Business School Professor to receive this award.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you as a keynote speaker”]Pankaj Ghemawat challenges current thinking on globalisation and explains to audiences his controversial theory as to why he believes ‘the world is not flat’ and why we are living in an era of ‘semi-globalisation’. By basing his research on real-world case studies and with a mastery of economic data, Pankaj Ghemawat offers CEOs and business leaders refreshing and effective strategies for sustained business development in today’s volatile economic climate.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents as a keynote speaker”]An astute commentator on global trends and current core competences, Pankaj Ghemawat delivers informative and well balanced presentations which offer essential insights and thought-provoking impulses for today’s decision makers. He is also part of our Most Popular keynote speakers list and Top Indian keynote speakers.[/expand]
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International Marketer of the Year

Bob Pritchard has over 30 years of international marketing experience across a Who’s Who of large and small businesses. This expertise and his forthright, entertaining and interactive presentations have resulted in Bob being one of the most in-demand business and marketing speakers in the world.

“One of the best business speakers in the world.”

[expand title=”In detail”] Australian born and Los Angeles resident Bob Pritchard has enjoyed an extraordinary 30 year career. His unique sales, marketing, and motivational ability has taken Bob from sharing a two room apartment as a child with three generations of family to international success as a businessman, marketer and speaker. Continue Reading »

Author & Expert on Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability

Dr. McIntosh is Professor of Human Security and Sustainable Enterprise and Director of the transdisciplinary Applied Research Centre in Human Security (ARCHS) at the University of Coventry. He is founder of the international, transdisciplinary, multistakeholder Roundtables on Sustainable Enterprise and ARCHS’ new MAs in Sustainable Enterprise and Human Security run in partnership with The Eden Project, England; the Sustainability Institute, Stellenbosch University, South Africa; and the UN University, Japan.

Special Advisor to the UN Secretary-General’s Global Compact from 2000 to 2005

[expand title=”In detail”] Dr. McIntosh has a PhD from the Department of Peace Studies at the University of Bradford. He was a current affairs film producer and journalist for BBC TV from 1985 to 1995, was the Founding Editor in 1999 and is currently General Editor of the academic Journal of Corporate Citizenship. He is Professor Extraordinary at the Sustainability Institute, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa and was the Founding Chair of envolve.co.uk. He is a Member of the Conference Board’s European Council on Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability; the UK Sustainability Development Commission Panel.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Dr McIntosh shares his significant experience in project management and film-making on corporate responsibility and sustainability with global corporations and institutions including the UN, BP, Shell, BBC, Pfizer, ABB, INSEAD, Harvard, Warwick & the UK Government. In 2007 he was highly commended in the Lifetime Achievement Awards as a Faculty Pioneer by EABIS and the Aspen Institute. He is listed as a ‘social and institutional entrepreneur’ who has ‘created the corporate responsibility movement’ in ‘The Difference Makers’ by Sandra Waddock (2008).[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Malcolm’s invaluable presentations provide analysis and ideas from various sectors. He is also a frequent presenter and facilitator at conferences.[/expand]
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Conductor, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra

Benjamin Zander has been the conductor of The Boston Philharmonic Orchestra for the past thirty years. He has been on the faculty of the New England Conservatory since 1965 and has taken the NEC Youth Philharmonic on thirteen international tours. He is also the Artistic Director of the Walnut Hill School, a high school for the performing arts. He will be the lead keynote speaker at the 2009 World Economic Forum in Davos, and has been profiled on CNN, 60 Minutes and the BBC, and in the New York Times, the London Times and the Wall Street Journal.

A radiant communicator who connects with the corporate mind

[expand title=”In detail”] Mr Zander was the 2002 recipient of the United Nations ‘Caring Citizen of the Humanities Award.’ He is highly respected in corporate and political circles, and addressed numerous prestigious gatherings of world leaders.

He wrote ‘Bridges to Possibility’ with noted psychotherapist Rosamund Stone Zander, a book dedicated to leadership and creativity. His most recent work ‘The Art of Possibility’ provides a life-altering approach to fulfilling dreams large and small.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Mr. Zander is one of the most sought after speakers in the world, giving highly effective presentations to organizations on the subject of Leadership and Creativity He employs the model of music as an analogy for corporate life.

Effortlessly translating his accomplishments, he relates to the business arena in a spellbinding performance. In doing so, he awakens your perspective on leadership, creativity, coaching and teamwork. [/expand]
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Aka Mr Body Language and Communication

Allan Pease has been known internationally as “Mr Body Language” since his definitive book with that title became a multi-million best-seller and the communication bible for organisations worldwide. He has written numerous bestsellers and has appeared on radio and television in 55 countries, including his acclaimed top-rating TV and video series on Body Language, which was watched by over 100 million people. His work has been the subject of six BBC science programs and on the Discovery and National Geographic Channels.

“Allan had us in stitches with his wonderfully fresh insights into the self-evident truths about relationships between the sexes…his keynote address was the highlight of the Annual Dinner.”

[expand title=”In detail”] Australian by birth, with offices in Australia and the United Kingdom, Allan divides his time between the two hemispheres fulfilling business commitments worldwide. He is a Life Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Fellow of the Institute of Management and a Fellow of the Life Writers Association and a Paul Harris Fellow.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Some speakers motivate, some teach, and others entertain. Allan Pease does all three! Internationally renowned, the demand for Allan to present at seminars, conferences and events is huge. Presenting vital information in his unique humorous manner is the key to Allan’s success in getting the audience to retain what they have been taught. His presentations are talked about long after the dust has settled at the end of each conference.[/expand]
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Director of The World Competitiveness Yearbook and Professor at IMD Business School & University of Lausanne

Stéphane Garelli is a Professor at both the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), and at the University of Lausanne, Director of The World Competitiveness Yearbook, the most renowned annual analysis of the competitiveness of nations and a reference for government and business leaders around the world

“Competitiveness thrives on unleashing a higher level of ambition everywhere in the firm”

[expand title=”In detail”] Chairman of the Board of Directors of “Le Temps”, he was formerly Chairman of the Board of the Sandoz Financial and Banking Holding, and member of the board of the Banque Edouard Constant.

The author of numerous publications in the field of competitiveness, international trade and investments, he is also a columnist in several magazines. He was permanent senior adviser to the European management of Hewlett-Packard, and before that Managing Director of the World Economic Forum and of the Davos Symposium. He is a member of a number of institutes, such as: China Enterprise Management Association, Board of the ‘Fondation Jean Monet pour l’Europe’, The Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences, The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce and the Mexican Council for Competitiveness[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Closely connected to the world of business he is an authority on World Competitiveness and his research focuses particularly on how nations and enterprises compete in international markets.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]With meticulous preparation Stéphane’s fact filled presentations are rich with detail, acumen and invaluable insights.[/expand]
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Formula One Industry Expert

Mark Gallagher has worked in Formula One for 25 years, and is a prolific speaker on the business lessons to be learned from this most demanding of sports. He has personally worked with the world’s greatest drivers and sponsors. Recently appointed head of Cosworth’s F1 engine business, Mark is responsible for delivering the power behind 5 of the 13 teams on the F1 grid in 2010. Prior to joining Cosworth in 2009 Mark ran his own F1 consulting business for six years working with F1 drivers and sponsors. As an F1 industry expert, Mark is also a regular commentator on Sky News and Sky Sports News in Europe.

“I never give up” Mark Gallagher

[expand title=”In detail”] Starting as F1 correspondent for media including London’s Sunday Express newspaper, BBC and Independent Radio News, Mark became a press consultant for top F1 sponsors. Commercial Manager for the Pacific F1 team in 1994-95 he then rejoined Jordan Grand Prix where he became Director of Marketing & Comms. and was part of the senior management board during the team’s most successful years. In 2004 he joined Jaguar Racing and worked through its rebirth as Red Bull Racing before setting up his own sports management company and racing team. Mark also consulted for Disney Pixar, coordinating the European launch activities for Cars The Movie at the Spanish Grand Prix.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Using exciting video footage and slides, he offers a fascinating insight into the workings of F1 and A1 racing teams, demonstrating the motivation, teamwork and leadership skills to maintain performance and commitment levels. Mark has much to share on the operational issues affecting F1 team, from change management through to the important health and safety issues which have affected the sport.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]With a relaxed, anecdotal and humorous style, Mark gives businesses and organisations a rare insight into what it takes to build winning teams and compete for success at world level. [/expand]
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Arsenal’s Pioneering Profiler, Top UEFA Advisor, Psychologist & TV Pundit

Jacques Crevoisier devised the psychometric test that is used today by Arsenal to test their players. He has known Arsène Wenger OBE for 40 years and, since 2004, has been compiling psychological profiles on existing and prospective Arsenal players below the age of 22, totalling over 5,500 tests on professional footballers and Olympic athletes. One of Europe’s most high profile coaching figures, Jacques was also one of the most influential figures behind the scenes at Liverpool FC in recent years. He is an expert on coaching and mentoring having overseen the development of many of France’s top footballers.

“The brains behind Arsene Wenger’s youth revolution”

[expand title=”In detail”] Jacques worked for UEFA’s technical department as a senior manager and also as a high-ranking adviser to European Football’s governing body. His 10 years as National Coach earned him a glowing reputation within the French Football Federation. He has a PhD in Psychology and is an officially recognised instructor of Physical Education. He obtained a degree from the French National Institute of Sports and Physical Education.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]A very charismatic speaker and an Adviser to Europe’s footballing body, UEFA, Jacques is the psychologist who profiles Arsenal’s young players and provides a special insight into Arsène Wenger’s special philosophy and policy. Having delved into the minds of some of the finest young players Europe has seen, among them Henry, Anelka, Trezeguet, Walcott, Wilshere and Ramsey, he uses his expertise and insight to motivate, stimulate and inspire his audiences. With the experience gained from measuring psychological endurance, competitiveness, emotional control, stress resistance and aggression among other things, he knows precisely how to develop strong teams and the importance of strong leadership.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Perhaps Arsène Wenger’s most trusted coach, Jacques is a respected and succinct speaker who informs, entertains and focuses on being successful. He regularly provides coaching presentations and lectures around Europe. He is a dynamic and well liked communicator.[/expand]
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