The Leading Speakers Bureau

Timken Chaired Professor of Global Technology & Innovation at INSEAD

Yves Doz is a Professor of Business Strategy and the Timken Chaired Professor of Global Technology and Innovation at INSEAD.

His business experience includes work on multinational aircraft programmes, along with consulting for many major multinational corporations and teaching in their internal development programmes.

“The metanational hypothesis is becoming reality.”

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Expert on IT Security and eBusiness

Tim Cole is an experienced publicist, author and TV moderator in the field of eBusiness and IT security. As editor of the business magazine Net Investor he has a proven track record for journalistic objectivity, as well as the ability to critically evaluate the impact of technology on business processes and markets. His book ‘Management Challenge Security’ has become a standard textbook for non-technical managers involved in IT security decision-making.

“Tim Cole is one of the 30 most influential Internet professionals”
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[expand title=”In detail”] He is also founder and editor of Internet Report, the first German language newsletter for the online industry. Tim was responsible for several magazines including Connect, a popular telecommunications magazine. His role as head of the multimedia group also involved developing new concepts for multimedia publishing and online communication. He frequently contributes to Internet related magazines.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]With a wealth of knowledge and unparalleled expertise in the IT and the Automobile navigation systems, Tim Cole offers audience’s great insights and useful guidelines on the future of IT security and related fields. He is also an experienced moderator and excellent event host.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]A true professional, Tim Cole prepares meticulously for all events and engages audiences with his witty repartee and thorough subject knowledge.[/expand]
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Leading World Authority on Communicationsand Electronic Media and Commerce

Patrick Vittet-Philippe is an expert advisor on e-business; information and communication technologies; B2B and B2C; and m-commerce for the European Commission (EC). He has been responsible in the elaboration and implementation of the main European Union (EU) policy initiatives on e-business and for drafting a number of EC policy papers and reports. He also represents the EC at international negotiations and conferences.

Patrick offers privileged insight into EU policies and regulations on information and communication technologies; and e- and m-commerce. Combined with his vision for navigating the security challenges of the e-economy, he provides the vital knowledge to keep any business on top of the e-revolution.

[expand title=”What he offers you”]In October 1995, he joined the Expert-Advisor Team to the Director General (DGXIII) at the European Commission. Currently he is with DG Enterprise where he is responsible for Internet policy, e-business and digital economy issues. Previously he was Executive Director of the Association for Commercial Television in Europe where he represented European commercial broadcasters at industry conferences and official hearings[/expand]
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Social Networking Expert & Former Nokia ES EMEA Channel Marketing Manager

Erik Jan Koedijk (EJ) is an expert on channel sales and marketing, especially in combination with the integration of social media and CRM. He is also an experienced branding expert and a recognised leader in the field of building strategic networks. Erik was Country Manager in The Netherlands for Nokia, General Manager Benelux for Surfcontrol/Websense and EMEA Channel Marketing Manager at Nokia’s enterprise division. EJ is a managing partner at Into Marketing working with partners around the globe.

“Doing business nowadays is all about building communities.”

[expand title=”In detail”] In the last 10 years EJ has built and managed local and European sales, marketing and channel teams for large companies and start-up networking organizations, with a specific focus on the internet and mobile communications. One of EJ’s expertise is Social CRM & networking and how to integrate these new areas into the current “go to market” of any organisation. EJ often arranges brainstorm and workshop sessions with senior managers about social CRM, Channel marketing plans and partner accreditation. Community building, web 2.0 and mobility eco system building are often included during these brainstorms & workshops.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]During his presentations he explains how today’s successful businesses need to adapt to new technologies & possibilities and shows how to implement new successful marketing strategies. He also explains how to tap into individual strengths, combining and connecting those strengths at the right moment, at the right place, with the right technology to empower individuals and organisations alike. EJ has developed strategic channel sales and marketing plans to open new channels to deliver sales growth and above all transform strategy into action and to turn the individual into action.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]EJ is energetic and highly motivated and has become a business professional who unfailingly combines a keen eye for sales with a solid knowledge of technology and internet advances. His feel for and interest in innovation, social media and virtual media has made him a popular figure in visionary brainstorming sessions, workshops and presentations.[/expand]
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Expert in Virtual Reality and Computer Engineering

Michael Zyda is Director of the USC GamePipe Laboratory, and a Professor of Engineering Practice in the USC Department of Computer Science. At USC, he created the ‘Batchelor of Science’ (BA) in Computer Science (Games) and ‘Master of Science’ (MS) in Computer Science (Game Development) cross-disciplinary degree programs and doubled the incoming undergraduate enrolment of the Computer Science Department. He was the Founding Director of The MOVES Institute, located at the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California and a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at NPS as well.

“Michael Zyda opens up the world of virtual reality and 3 dimensional networks”

[expand title=”In detail”] From 1986 until the formation of the MOVES Institute, he was the Director of the NPSNET Research Group. His research interests include computer graphics, large-scale, networked 3D virtual environments, modelling human and organisational behaviour, interactive computer-generated story, video production, and entertainment games. He holds a lifetime appointment as a National Associate of the National Academies, an appointment made by the Council of the National Academy of Sciences in November 2003. He is a member of the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Professor Zyda is a pioneer in the fields of computer graphics, networked virtual environments, modelling and simulation, and defence entertainment collaboration. Drawing upon his considerable expertise, Michael offers great insights into the future of computer applications and decision makers from all fields are able to benefit from his highly informative presentations.[/expand]
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Author and Internationally Renowned Business, IT Strategist

Peter Keen is a professor, adviser to senior management in business and government organizations, a prolific writer and executive educator. He is regularly ranked as one of the top ten consultants in the world in IT. He is also renowned for his invaluable insights into corporate strategy, international business development and leadership issues. He is currently working closely with companies and universities in Mexico, Singapore, Australia, and the Netherlands.

“One of the top 100 business gurus in the world and thought leaders with impact”

[expand title=”In detail”] Peter has held faculty positions at Harvard, MIT, and Stanford with visiting professorships at Wharton, Duke, The University of Stockholm, Oxford University and the London Business School. He is a Professor at The Technical University of Delft, co-founder of the International Institute for the Advancement of Decision Support at the University of Nebraska and co-founder of the University of Maryland Supply Chain Management Center.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]A major area of his current research and consulting focuses on the opportunities and challenges of mobile technology: building the business models for a new generation of mobile value services, knowledge mobilization as organizational advantage, mobile supply chain management, and the use of mobile for social and economic development.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Authoritative and in depth, Peter is in great demand for his highly informative workshops and keynote lectures in which he provides practical and essential tools for business innovation[/expand]
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Senior Maverick at Wired Magazine

Kevin Kelly a technology visionary who has been reporting on the information technology revolution for the past 20 years. He was the founding Editor of Wired Magazine and is currently their Senior Maverick. In addition he is Editor and Publisher of the Cool Tools website, which gets one million visitors per month and Chairman of the Board of All Species Foundation.

“The Internet like a mirror. It reflects us rather than reforms us” Kevin Kelly

[expand title=”In detail”] From 1984-1990 he was publisher and editor of the Whole Earth Review, a journal of unorthodox technical news. He co-founded the ongoing Hackers’ Conference, and was involved with the launch of the WELL, a pioneering online service started in 1985. He helped launch Wired in 1993, and served as its Executive Editor until 1999. Kevin Kelly has no college or university degrees; however his writing appears in the New York Times, Esquire, The Economist and other periodicals. Among Kelly’s personal involvements is a campaign to make a full inventory of all living species on earth, an effort also known as the Linnaean enterprise. Earlier in life, he was a photographer in remote parts of Asia (instead of going to college), publishing his photographs in national magazines and recently in the photo art book Asia Grace.[/expand]

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In his content rich and groundbreaking presentations Kevin Kelly encapsulates and demystifies the future of business and economics. He talks in depth about the ways in which new technologies and the Internet are impacting the global economy and the opportunities they are also providing. Organisations around the world are reaping rich rewards by following his visionary and innovative strategies.[/expand]

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Kevin’s cutting edge presentations often bridge the gap between technology and philosophy. Unconventional in his approach, he has the ability to convey fascinating facts and his visions on the world of technology in a unique and highly thought-provoking manner. [/expand]
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Co-founder of Lastminute.com & Governmental Champion for Digital Inclusion

Martha Lane Fox is a highly successful self-made business entrepreneur.  She is best known as the co-founder of lastminute.com.

Martha is currently a Non-Executive Director of Channel 4 Television, a Trustee of the charity Reprieve and Patron of CAMFED. She has also helped launch a chain of upmarket karaoke clubs called Lucky Voice.

“Martha Lane Fox has hit the two zeitgeist buttons: youth and internet.” The Guardian

[expand title=”In detail”] Martha started her career as an associate at Spectrum Strategy Consultants, where she met Brent Hoberman.  She then worked for a year as business development manager of Carlton Communication’s initiatives in pay TV and digital channels. Brent Hoberman eventually persuaded Martha to join him as chief operating officer of lastminute.com. She remained on the board until the company was purchased by Sabre Holdings in 2005 for £577million.[/expand]

[expand title=”What she offers you”]In her presentations Martha explains what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur and the ways in which she focuses on delivering service and value to customers. She offers practical advice and incredibly useful information based on her experiences with Lastminute.[/expand]

[expand title=”How she presents”]With a charismatic and engaging personality combined with her inimitable style of management, Martha’s presentations are highly enjoyable and always informative.[/expand]
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Wireless, Internet and e-Business Specialist, European Director of the TED Conferences

Bruno Giussani is a technological innovation specialist and an award-winning blogger who speaks frequently at innovation and technology events. He is currently the European Director of the TED conferences, the producer of TEDGLOBAL (Oxford) and the host of several other gatherings and brainstormings focusing on innovation. Bruno is also a member of the Board of Tinext in Switzerland, a software company he co-founded. Through his consultancy, Giussani Group LLC, he advises private and public organisations.

A futurologist with his feet firmly on the ground.

[expand title=”In detail”] Bruno is a regular commentator on Swiss Public Radio. Previously he was an executive at the World Economic Forum, an Internet columnist for the New York Times and the Director of Innovation at 3G Mobile, a Swiss wireless company. He co-founded two other firms and authored several books on the social impacts of new technologies. He was made a 2004 Knight Fellow at the Department of Communication at Stanford University and is now a member of the Board of the same Fellowship. The intersections of politics, economy, and technological innovation have kept Bruno busy for almost twenty years.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Concentrating on the social impacts of technological innovation and on the emerging socio-political trends, he uses his vast wealth of experience to show you the tangible potential of wireless technology. He also demonstrates how tapping into company information resources and databases remotely, allows organisations to receive information earlier and act on it accordingly.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]You will be engaged by his refreshing approach to wireless and Internet issues, e-business and m-business strategy. He favours a pragmatic, no-hype approach.[/expand]
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