The Leading Speakers Bureau

Professor of London School of Economics and Chief Economist at Citigroup and Global Finance Speaker

Willem Buiter is Chief Economist of Citigroup since 2010. He works as a senior adviser on global economic issues, as well as leading the investment research team in the creation of world-class economic analysis. Professor Buiter holds the Chair in European Political Economy in the European Institute, London School of Economics and Political Science. He has held a number of other academic appointments and prestigious positions, including Chief Economist and Special Advisor to the President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and membership on the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee.

“An internationally recognised authority on global finance and economic policy”

[expand title=”In detail”] Willem is one of Foreign Policy’s 2012 and 2009 Top 100 Global Thinkers. He has won numerous awards and received the CBE (Commander of the British Empire) for his ‘services to economics’. He writes a blog (Willem Buiter’s Maverecon) sponsored by the Financial Times of London and is a regular contributor to Martin Wolf’s FT Economic Forum. He has written six books on international macro-economics and countless articles in the profes¬sional journals and in non-technical publications for a wider public.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Willem Buiter offers audiences extraordinary depth of experience and insight into a broad range of macroeconomic issues, such as break-up risk, sovereign debt restructuring, bank creditor bail-ins, debt mutualisation, austerity and growth in the euro zone.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Willem has a wonderful wit and an engaging style which coupled with an incisive understanding and enlightened capacity to explain and discuss global issues has contributed to his high popularity and reputation.[/expand]
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Business Strategy Specialist, Economic Forecaster

Professor Sing is an accomplished author as well as an excellent communicator. He is internationally renowned for his vast experience in the economics of Asia and the Pacific Rim, and is highly qualified in the area of business strategy.

After receiving a BBA from the National University of Singapore in 1982, Professor Singh began a distinguished military career with the Singapore Armed Forces. He went on to receive an MBA also from the National University of Singapore in 1989, and PhD from the University of Michigan in 1993.

Apart from his distinguished military career, he has also worked for the Singapore Government in the ministry of Community Development (1995-1997). His business qualifications and experience include, amongst others, Deputy Director of the Graduate School of Business and of the Centre for Management Technology at the National University of Singapore, and member of the Governing council of the Singapore Institute of Management.
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Economist, Author

Prof. Dr. Asaf Savaş Akat (1943-Ankara) received his Undergraduate degree in Economics in Istanbul University. He received Masters degree in East Anglia University in England. He became a Professor of Economics in 1980 in Istanbul University. He attended numerous trainings, internships and certificate programs with AFS, AIESEC, OECD and USA scholarships in different countries. He was Rector of Istanbul Bilgi University in 1996-1998. He is currently teaching in the same university.

[expand title=”In detail”] Asaf Savaş Akat also assumed important roles in professional life. He acted as Chief Adviser, Board Member and Chairman of many major companies in Turkey.

Akat has numerous articles published in newspapers and journals. He has attended many conferences, panels, TV and radio shows as a speaker.

He was one of the members of the popular economy program Ekodiyalog (Ecodialogs) on NTV channel. He is currently a columnist for daily Vatan newspaper.[/expand]
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Economist, Author and Leading Expert on Economic Globalisation

Noreena Hertz is a bestselling author, academic and thinker whose economic predictions over the past 15 years have proven to be visionary. The Observer has named her “one of the world’s leading thinkers”. Vogue calls her “one of the world’s most inspiring women”, the Guardian has identified her as “one of the top British Public Intellectuals”. Noreena is Chair of Globalisation and Finance at Duisenberg School of Finance and is Associate Director of the Centre for International Business at the Judge Business School at the University of Cambridge.Business School.

‘Young Global Leader of Tomorrow’ – The World Economic Forum 2004

[expand title=”In detail”] Noreena received her M.B.A. from Wharton and her Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, before beginning her career as an expert on Russian economics and working for the World Bank advising the Russian Government on its economic reforms. Noreena advises major multinational corporations, CEOs, NGOs and politicians, as well as start-up companies, and sits on various corporate and charitable boards. She played an influential role in the development of (RED), an innovative commercial model to raise money for people with AIDS in Africa, having inspired Bono (co-founder of the project) with her writings.[/expand]

[expand title=”What she offers you”]Noreena Hertz successfully takes her argument against the actions of multinational corporations from behind the picket line and into high-level economic arenas, including the World Economic Forum. She offers not just an economic and political critique of globalisation, but real solutions for businesses and individuals as well as an outline as how your organisation can prepare for the main global trends. [/expand]

[expand title=”How she presents”]Noreena delivers highly respected, passionate messages to both grassroots organisations as well as worldwide corporations. She is a sought after broadcaster and commentator and regularly appears on flagship television programmes globally including on the BBC and CNN.[/expand]
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Economist & Deputy Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research

Prof. Dr. Ottmar Edenhofer is professor of the Economics of Climate Change at the Technical University Berlin and Co-Chair of the Working Group III of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change IPCC which won the Nobel Peace Price in 2007. He is deputy-director and chief economist at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and is currently leading Research Domain III – Sustainable Solutions at PIK, which focuses on the research on the Economics of Atmospheric Stabilisation.

“Ottmar Edenhofer regularly features in international media”

[expand title=”In detail”] Ottmar Edenhofer has a degree in economics (Honours degree) and in philosophy (summa cum laude) from the Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich. He currently writes in the German national newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. He was a lead author for the Fourth Assessment Report of the IPCC from 2004 until 2007. His research interests are the Economics of Atmospheric Stabilization, Social Cost-Benefit Analysis, Sustainability Theory, Economic Growth Theory, Environmental Economics, Welfare Theory and General Intertemporal Equilibrium Theory. Until 2009 he was key climate change advisor to federal foreign minister and deputy-chancellor, Frank-Walter Steinmeier.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Ottmar Edenhofer explores the impact of induced technological change on mitigation costs and mitigation strategies. The design of instruments for climate and energy policy is another focus. In addition to his teaching and research, he is actively involved in public policy and in the public debate in Germany and at EU level and his input is much sought-after at prestigious events worldwide.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Ottmar Edenhofer is a highly experienced orator and his presentations are rich in content and expertly delivered.[/expand]
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Expert on the Creative Economy

John Howkins is the Chairman of BOP Consulting and has advised global corporations, international organisations, governments, and individuals. One of his major interests is the use of intellectual property laws to support the creative economy. He is Deputy Chairman of the British Screen Advisory Council (BSAC). He is a Member of the United Nations UNDP Advisory Committee on the Creative Economy and a Council Member of the UK Arts and Humanties research Council (AHRC).

“The fastest growing business in the world”

[expand title=”In detail”] He is a former Chairman of the London Film School and is a former Executive Director of the International Institute of Communications (IIC). He was the Director of the Adelphi Charter on Creativity, Innovation and Intellectual Property. John devised the London Intellectual Property Advisory Service now called Own It. He organised special forums in London and Shanghai in 2010 to mark the 300th anniversary of the world’s first copyright law. John first published his ideas on creativity and innovation in his book ‘The Creative Economy’ in 2001. His following book, ‘Creative Ecologies: Where Thinking is a Proper Job’ was published in 2010. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]John has a wealth of research at his finger tips and is widely regarded as a leading expert on creativity and innovation. In his superb presentations he offers audiences valuable advice on the key aspects of the creative economy and creative industries with particular focus on China.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]John’s, inspiring sessions are an invaluable sources of actionable information – full of interesting case studies. He is a thought provoking and highly creative speaker.[/expand]
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President of the Ifo Institute for Economic Research, Professor of Economics & Public Finance, University of Munich

Prof. Hans-Werner Sinn is one of the leading European economists of his generation, at the head of the European think-tank that serves as a bridge between academic research and practical policy. The author of 13 books and over 180 professional articles he has been CEO CESifo Inc. since 1999. In 2006 he became president of the International Institute of Public Finance. From 1997 to 2000 he headed the Verein für Sozialpolitik, the association of German-speaking economists.

“Unconventional ideas, creativity, openness & the courage to address uncomfortable themes quickly & aggressively”

[expand title=”In detail”] After studying economics at the University of Münster and receiving his doctorate from the University of Mannheim, Hans-Werner Sinn was awarded the venia legendi, also from the University of Mannheim. Since 1984 he has been full professor in the faculty of economics at the University of Munich (LMU), first holding the chair for economics and insurance, and from 1994 the chair for economics and public finance. In 2005 he was one of the first German economists to sign the “Hamburger Appell”. In the RePEc database he was the German economist most frequently quoted in academic works in 2006. In a survey conducted by the Financial Times Deutschland of more than 550 German economic experts, he was one of only two professors in Germany.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]A highly sought-after speaker at prestigious events worldwide, Hans-Werner Sinn examines the causes of the banking crisis, points out the flaws in the economic rescue packages, and presents a master plan for the reform of financial markets. His authoritative account provides an invaluable overview for academics, students, policymakers, politicians and all those with an interest in the unprecedented 2008 banking crisis. He offers experience from a distinguished career, having published many journal articles, written numerous newspaper articles and given many newspaper interviews. In addition he has made longer contributions for radio and has made many TV and talk-show appearances. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]With a deep and subtle expertise in global financial economics which has contributed to his ranking among the most reputable economists of our times, Hans-Werner Sinn’s invaluable, engaging and factually rich presentations are expertly delivered with clearly structured analysis, clear and articulate in his views.[/expand]
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Renowned Financial Analyst

Charles Nenner is one of the world’s foremost financial cycle and technical analysts. He is founder and CEO of the Charles Nenner Research Center, an Amsterdam based investor and advisory service and has been the talk of Wall Street since accurately predicting some of the biggest moves in the Markets over the past few years.

“At times like these, Charles helps to use forecasting techniques that help you to look around corners…” Wall Street Journal

[expand title=”In detail”] Prior to starting his own company, Charles served at Goldman Sachs for over a decade in New York and London as head of a fixed income trading group. He also worked as head of trading research at Rabobank Intl. as well as a financial consultant with Merrill Lynch. He initiated a system of pattern forecasting and securities analysis and developed a computer program which takes many indicators into account, including Mr. Nenner’s use of proprietary cycle analysis. He graduated from Maimonides College Amsterdam and from the University of Amsterdam Medical College, where he earned his medical degree in 1984.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]In his presentations Charles Nenner provides independent global market research to business leaders from a wide range including hedge funds, family offices, brokers and individual investors all over the world. He helps to forecast future trends and guides companies and individuals to manage risk and to invest.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Charles Nenner is highly sought after at conferences worldwide for his accurate commentary on the markets. [/expand]
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Leading Expert on Trends in the Insurance Industry

Peter Le Beau –after a steep career holding decisive positions in the global insurance market- founded Le Beau Visage in 2001, his own and independent consultancy which specialises in helping companies to differentiate their propositions. The bulk of his work during the past 30 years is in the Life and Health insurance sector. He is Chairman-elect of Red Arc and Chairman of the UK “Vision Board” of Sapiens ,the Israeli technology company. As programme director at the Swiss Insurance Training Centre he lectures on product development.

“A veteran, Peter Le Beau is one of the prominent writers and speakers in the insurance business”.

[expand title=”In detail”] During his career he has been educated at Harvard Business School and IMD. In addition to being a Chartered Insurer and a former fellowship examiner for CII, Peter has sat on a range of industry panels and is a non-executive director of a number of insurance concerns including two life companies.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Peter has worked and spoken throughout Europe, South Africa and North America. He is a valued contributor to the international insurance press and writes a regular column on Technology for Health Insurance magazine.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]An accomplished and humorous speaker and chairman at major industry events, Peter is in great demand by companies eager to benefit from his considerable expertise.[/expand]
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The Man Who Broke Barings Bank

In 1995, Nick Leeson’s unchecked risk-taking caused the sensational collapse of Barings Bank. He was sentenced to a six-and-a-half-year jail sentence in a Singaporean jail, in conditions that defy belief. While in prison his wife left him and he was diagnosed with colon cancer. Against all the odds, he survived and recovered from the cancer that almost killed him, determined to begin a new life.

“My experiences may be unusual, but they offer real insight into how stress can get out of hand and affect all of us.”

[expand title=”In detail”] Few stories have dominated the world’s headlines quite like the collapse of Barings. Trusted with the finances of royalty and aristocracy for over two hundred years, Barings had apparently been brought down by the covert trading activities of just one man, leaving the bank with losses of around £860 million. The fate of that man, Nick Leeson forever dubbed the “Rogue Trader” is now well known.[/expand]

[expand title=”What she offers you”]Leeson’s own story of his rise and fall is both candid and compelling. He took one of the greatest gambles of all time and found himself sucked into a spiral of terrifying loss that rocked the City to its foundations and threatened to destroy his life.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Nick’s well delivered presentations are absolutely riveting and he speaks openly about his experiences in Singapore and how his life has changed since then.[/expand]
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