The Leading Speakers Bureau

Doctor & Scientific Explorer

Alexander Kumar is a British born part Indian medical doctor who has lived, worked and travelled through over 80 countries on all 7 continents and is an experienced expedition medic to remote areas of the world. Fascinated by life in the Polar Regions from a young age, he followed his heart to the Canadian Arctic, where he completed his dissertation conducting the first piece of research on HIV among Inuit. Later, Alex travelled to Antarctica and spent around one year living at Concordia, a joint French-Italian inland Antarctic research station as the Human Spaceflight Research MD to conduct research for the European Space Agency in an attempt to understand how far human physiology and psychology can be pushed towards a future manned mission to Mars.

“Realising knowledge and a sense humour weigh nothing; Alex travels light, armed only with a stethoscope and curiosity for life”

[expand title=”In detail”] He graduated with a Medical Degree from Guy’s, King’s & St. Thomas’ in London, following numerous medical placements including in India, Israel, Shetland, the Amazon and Arctic. He also holds a first class honours degree in International Health. Drawing attention to Global Health inequality, Alex helps raise awareness about issues, including indigenous population health. Aside to his extensive polar experience, after training in anaesthetics in Oxford, he is specialising in severe and fatal tropical infectious diseases. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]He delivers serious and humorous educational, inspirational, scientific and medical presentations sharing his unique first hand personal experience and anecdotes from his extensive travels in extreme environments, observing and treating human psychology and physiology at their very limits.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]You won’t find another doctor like him, with captivating, high-energy style and power-packed presentations Alexander has built his reputation as a speaker who really delivers.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

World-Renowned Automotive Designer

Murat Günak is a world-renowned and respected automotive designer. He was Head of Design at leading automotive companies, such as Peugeot, DaimlerChrysler and Volkswagen, including Skoda and Bentley. He is currently the CEO of Mindset, an innovative idea company in Switzerland. Since 2007, he has been devoting himself primarily to the development of vehicles with electric drive. After having completed the Swiss hybrid car Mindset, Günak designed the mia – the heart of mia electric GmbH, a company of which he is also a managing director.

“The joy of design is to imagine, to create and to bring to reality what started as an idea in the head”

[expand title=”In detail”] After some work experience with the opera stage design he got a sponsorship from Ford Motor for a Master of Automotive Design at the Royal College of Art in London. He had his first breakthrough with the design of the first Mercedes C-Class car and then with Peugeot 206, 307 and 607. At DaimlerChrysler he was responsible for the design of Mercedes Passenger Cars, Maybach and SLR. He designed the round lights which appear on every Mercedes.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Murat Günak draws on his extensive experience in design to give fascinating insights into the innovative concepts and designs he creates. His approach to innovation and creativity is strongly influenced by the disciplines of design. He takes up the challenge of reinventing the relationship between design and business.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Murat’s presentations unlock people’s passions, demonstrating tactics for inspired ways of thinking and creating an atmosphere where people enjoy working and living.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

Internationally Recognised Expert on Creativity and Human Resources

Sir Ken Robinson, PhD is an internationally recognised leader in the development of creativity, innovation and human resources. He has worked with governments in Europe, Asia and the USA, with international agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and currently works with many groups and organisations around the world that are designing more creative and holistic approaches in education, culture and business.

“If you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original”

[expand title=”In detail”] Sir Ken led a national commission on creativity, education and the economy for the UK Government. ‘All Our Futures: Creativity, Culture and Education’ (The Robinson Report) was published to wide acclaim in 1999. He was the central figure in developing a strategy for creative and economic development as part of the Peace Process in Northern Ireland, working with the ministers for training, education enterprise and culture. He was one of four international advisors to the Singapore Government for its strategy to become the creative hub of South East Asia.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]His vision and expertise is sought by businesses that recognise the urgent need to promote stronger powers of creativity, communication and innovation within their company. Sir Ken also challenges the way we’re educating our children. He champions a radical rethink of our school systems, to cultivate creativity and acknowledge multiple types of intelligence.
[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]His presentations are designed individually and his style of delivery is unique and inspirational.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

General Manager of CarrefourSA & Ex General Manager of TeknoSA

Born in 1966, Mehmet T. Nane obtained his undergraduate degree in International Relations at Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, in 1990 and his graduate degree in International Banking and Finance at University of Heriot Watt, Scotland in 1993 with UK Government’s FCO scholarship

[expand title=”In detail”] After various managerial positions in Türkiye Emlak Bankası, Demirbank and Demir Invest, he joined Sabancı Holding within which he held roles including Vice President of the Strategic Planning and Project Development Department, Director of the Retail Group and General Secretary of Sabanci Holding. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Mehmet T. Nane held the position of General Manager at TeknoSA between April 2005 and June 2013. He previously served as Vice Chairman of the Teknosa Board of Directors between March 2000 (founding date) and April 2005. He has held the position of General Manager at CarrefourSA since July 25th 2013. During the transition period between 1st July-25th July 2013 he served as an advisor to the Executive Board.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Currently he is the Chairman of AMPD (TCSR)-Trade Council of Shopping Centers and Retailers, Turkey and the Chairman of TOBB- Retailing Council of Turkish Union of Chamber of Commerce. He is also leading the Turkish British Fellowship Club’s Istanbul Branch and working as a mentor for UK government scholarship granted young graduates in Turkey. He is the Co-Chairman of Istanbul Shopping Fest Organization and Company and the Chairman of FAPRA-APRCE (Federation of Asia Pasific Retaillers Assiciation-Asia Pasific Retailers Convention and Exhibition). He was a member of World Retail Congress Advisory Board 2010. He participated Advanced Management Program 184 (AMP 184) at Harvard Business School between 1st April-24th May 2013.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

World-renowned Evolutionary Biologist, Bestselling Author & Former Oxford Biology Chairperson

Prof. Richard Dawkins is one of Britain’s best-known academics. He retired from Oxford University in 2008 and remains a writer and public figure. He’s best-known for the ideas laid out in his landmark book ‘The Selfish Gene’ and fleshed out in ‘The Extended Phenotype’: the rather radical notion that Darwinian selection happens not at the level of the individual, but at the level of our DNA. In recent years, his devastating critique of religion has made him a leading figure in the New Atheism.

“A master of scientific exposition and synthesis. When it comes to his own specialty, evolutionary biology, there is none better”
The New York Times

[expand title=”In detail”] Richard Dawkins was educated at Oxford University and has taught zoology at the universities of California and Oxford. He came to prominence with his 1976 instant international bestseller ‘The Selfish Gene’, which popularised the gene-centred view of evolution and introduced the term meme. In 2006, he founded the Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason and Science (RDFRS), a non-profit organisation. He has been recognized many times as a science writer and intellectual.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Leading British scientist and award-winning science writer, Richard Dawkins has helped steer evolutionary science into the 21st century, and his concept of the “meme” contextualized the spread of ideas in the information age. Listed by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2007, he offers the exchange of reason, science and critical thinking. He is a pugnacious debater and compelling speaker who has changed the way we think about evolution.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]With rigor and wit, Richard Dawkins’ presentations can be controversial and confrontational, and yet also touchingly loyal and warm, and are always memorable and highly informative. The Dirty Harry of Science, you don’t assign him – you just let him loose.
[/expand]

Continue Reading »

Inventor of 3D Printing

Chuck Hall is known as the inventor of 3D printing. He is the Co-Founder, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of 3D Systems. He continues to lead the 3D printing revolution as 3D Systems’ Chief Technology Officer, celebrating 30 years of continuous 3D printing innovation and presiding over 7 different 3D print technologies, over 100 materials and 1,200 patents. In 2014 he was inducted into the American National Inventors Hall of Fame.

“Chuck Hull is the genius behind 3D printing”

[expand title=”In detail”] Chuck has a BS in engineering physics from University of Colorado, USA and an honorary doctorate in engineering from Loughborough University, UK. He was working at the manufacturer Ultra Violet Products where he helped develop the company’s ultraviolet-light curable resins, which were used to add protective coatings to furniture and other surfaces. Chuck began experimenting with laying down numerous coats of the resin to make plastic models and thus 3D printing was born. In 1983 he created the first 3D printer and has been refining it ever since.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Chuck Hall is a pioneering innovator and the man responsible for a breakthrough that is now driving forward the world of manufacturing. In his presentations he discusses his early technical and commercial challenges and what it took to become successful. He also explains where his invention has taken industry today and what it means for the future. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]His charisma and knowledge make Chuck Hall a sought after speaker at conferences around the globe.
[/expand]

Continue Reading »

President and CEO, 3D Systems

Avi Reichental is President and CEO of 3D Systems. Under his leadership, the company has emerged as a global 3-D content-to-print leader that is redefining and shaping how we design, produce, consume and live. Through his passion to democratize the ideation-to-production process, 3D Systems has evolved and expanded its business model from a supplier of 3-D printers to a provider of end-to-end solutions that are transforming entire industries.

“A respected expert on 3D Printing & Design”

[expand title=”In detail”] Prior to joining 3D Systems, Reichental served for more than 22 years in various senior executive positions with Sealed Air Corporation, most recently as Corporate Officer, Vice President and General Mmanager of Sealed Air’s Shrink Packaging business. He is a recipient of a regional 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award, has received two Innovator Awards and holds 25 U.S. patents. Reichental currently serves as faculty co-chair of the Additive Manufacturing Program at Singularity University.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]What’s the big deal about 3D printing? Avi Reichental, discusses how 3D printing will disrupt the manufacturing sector and shape the future of our industries.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Avi’s experience and insight into his career makes him a highly sought after speaker at conferences around the globe. He strives to apply his enthusiasm and commitment to every audience he addresses.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

Former CEO of Southwest & Braniff Airlines

Howard Putnam is the former CEO of Southwest and Braniff Airlines and Group VP Marketing for United Airlines. He is the author of “The Winds of Turbulence” on leadership and ethics. Harvard University wrote a case study on his experiences at Braniff, “The Ethics of Bankruptcy” as a model as to how to handle stakeholders in crisis. He has also been an entrepreneur, serving as Chairman of a startup investment company and two small manufacturing and distribution companies.

Howard Putnam will get your organization and you “Up To Speed”

[expand title=”In detail”] Howard entered the airline business for Capital Airlines at age 17. Capital was soon merged into United and Howard held thirteen different positions before being named Group Vice President of Marketing for United Airlines in 1976. In 1978 he became President and CEO of fledgling Southwest Airlines in Dallas, TX. Howard led the visioning process at Southwest as well as further developing the “fun” culture and excellent customer service that South is still known for today. In 1981, Howard was recruited by the board of directors of Braniff International to come aboard as CEO and save and/or restructure the financially failing airline. He was the first airline CEO to successfully take a major carrier into, through and out of chapter 11. Braniff flew again in 1984.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Howard is an accomplished business and motivational speaker as well as an author, consultant, commentator and online mentor. In his presentations he shares his experiences on Leadership, Customer Service, Change, Transformation and Ethics and shows decision makers how to recognise the opportunities and deal with the challenges businesses face today in order to get up to speed. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Howard’s presentations are delivered with self-effacing humor that everyone can relate to. His insights into his successes and experiences are invigorating and thought provoking.[/expand]

Continue Reading »

Expert on Innovation and Corporate Creativity

Andrew Razeghi is the Founder and Managing Director of StrategyLab, a global consulting firm specialising in growth strategy and innovation. He is also a Professor at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University where he teaches on innovation, new product development and entrepreneurship. Andrew is a bestselling author, adviser to the executive teams of several Fortune 500 companies and a leading expert on corporate creativity.

“Andrew helps organizations to create a culture of innovation”

[expand title=”In detail”] He is also an active angel investor in a number of new ventures and a Limited Partner in TechStars Chicago, the new venture accelerator backed by leading venture capital firms designed to help entrepreneurs identify, fund and mentor early-stage start-ups. Andrew’s work has appeared in a number of media including the BBC, BusinessWeek, China Daily, FT and Forbes. His book ‘The Riddle: Where Ideas Come From and How to Have Better Ones’ was chosen by Fast Company magazine as one of the “Smart Books” of the year. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Innovation has become an evergreen subject because it is no longer a luxury. It is now a necessity. Shrinking product life cycles, unorthodox competition and receding barriers to entry across categories have created an unprecedented need to unleash corporate creativity. Andrew Razeghi helps companies identify opportunities and advises managers on the role of innovation and strategy in driving economic growth. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]His enlightening remarks and clear presentation style make Andrew Razeghi a sought after speaker at conferences around the globe. [/expand]

Continue Reading »

Expert on Crowdsourcing and Social Innovation

Gaurav Mishra is a thought leader on social innovation and crowdsourcing. He is Founder and CEO of FutureCrafting, an innovation lab that explores how early adopters are using technologies like quantification, gamification and augmentation for health and wellness. He has helped create a crowdsourcing, social analytics and social curation software as well as several crowdsourcing-driven social platforms for organisations worldwide.

“Gaurav Mishra is a global expert on social innovation”

[expand title=”In detail”] Gaurav studied at IIM Bangalore. He held senior marketing roles at Tata Group and taught Social Media at Georgetown University. He also launched the crowd-sourced election monitoring platform Vote Report India, co-founded the social business consulting firm 2020 Social (acquired by Publicis), and created global insights and innovation offerings for organisations around the globe. He was a 2008-09 Yahoo! Fellow, a 2009 SNCR Fellow, a 2009 TED Fellow and a 2013-14 THNK Research Fellow. Gaurav has written reports, op-eds, a weekly newspaper column, a quarterly magazine and an award-winning blog.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]In his presentations Gaurav gives strategic insights on clients’ businesses which help them understand and manage issues on social media. [/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Gaurav is an energetic speaker with a sound knowledge in his area of expertise. He interacts with the audience and keeps them engaged and focused. His presentations and workshops are challenging and highly thought provoking. [/expand]

Continue Reading »