Book Business Speakers

Dr. Mariana Mazzucato, CBE, is a professor at UCL and the Founding Director of the UCL Institute for Innovation & Public Purpose (IIPP). She is a globally influential economist who advises governments on innovation-led inclusive and sustainable growth. The author of four bestselling books, including The Entrepreneurial State and Mission Economy, her work has fundamentally reshaped the debate on value creation. As a speaker, she provides actionable, research-backed insights on how to build a Mission Economy and drive transformational change through public-private partnerships and redefined purpose.

Dr. Renée Mauborgne is the Co-director of the INSEAD Blue Ocean Strategy Institute and was named the world's Most Influential Management Thinker by Thinkers50. She is the co-author of the global bestsellers Blue Ocean Strategy and Blue Ocean Shift. Her research on creating new market spaces has been adopted by nearly 3,000 universities worldwide. As a speaker, she provides strategic frameworks for achieving Blue Ocean Shift, enabling organizations to achieve growth, drive innovation, and make competition irrelevant in their industries.

Robert Herjavec is the Founder and CEO of Cyderes, a global cybersecurity firm, and a highly recognized investor and Shark on the Emmy-winning show Shark Tank. His books, including Driven and The Will to Win, have appeared on multiple bestseller lists. His keynotes, often delivered to crowds of 20,000, provide candid insights on cybersecurity threats, entrepreneurship, and the principles that took him from waiting tables to building a world-class technology conglomerate.

Earvin “Magic” Johnson is a basketball legend, a successful entrepreneur, and a leading philanthropist. As a five-time NBA champion, he is one of the greatest players of all time. Beyond the court, he founded Magic Johnson Enterprises, a company that has revitalized urban communities and driven economic growth. A compelling keynote speaker, Johnson shares his journey from sports icon to business mogul. He speaks on leadership, entrepreneurship, and the importance of purpose-driven business, offering a powerful and inspiring guide for leaders and teams who want to make a difference in the world.

Lisa Bodell is a global leader and CEO of FutureThink, specializing in simplification and innovation. She is the bestselling author of Why Simple Wins and Kill the Company, and consistently ranks among the world's top speakers. Bodell's work provides a compelling perspective on transforming performance by reimagining the work, not the people. Her presentations offer actionable insights that inspire executives at Google, SAP, and Citigroup to question the status quo and make small changes with profound impact across their organizations.

Stéphane Garelli is a world authority and pioneer in the field of competitiveness. He is the Founder of the IMD World Competitiveness Center and a former Managing Director of the World Economic Forum and the Annual Meetings in Davos. His best-selling books, including Top Class Competitors and Are you a Tiger, a Cat or a Dinosaur?, provide clear frameworks for success in the new global economy. As a speaker, he uses his trademark graphics and clear-cut approach to help audiences develop a "so what" attitude toward change, turning complex problems into strategic opportunities.

Mark Cuban is an entrepreneur and investor, famous for owning the Dallas Mavericks (NBA Champions in 2011) and serving as a “Shark” investor on ABC’s hit television series, Shark Tank. His career is a classic rags-to-riches story, transitioning from odd jobs to founding and selling multiple successful technology companies. His keynotes inspire audiences with his candid insights on entrepreneurship, investment strategy, and the drive required to achieve elite success in both business and sports.

Dr. W. Chan Kim is a Professor of Strategy and the Co-Director of the INSEAD Blue Ocean Strategy Institute. He is a globally influential management thinker and the co-author of the four-million-copy bestseller Blue Ocean Strategy. His strategic frameworks have been adopted by nearly 3,000 universities worldwide. As a speaker, he provides authoritative insights on strategic growth, innovation, and the creation of new market spaces, empowering multinational corporations and governments to navigate economic transformation.

John Mackey is the co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market (acquired by Amazon in 2017) and a pioneer of the Conscious Capitalism Movement. He is a celebrated leader in organic food and sustainable business. The co-author of Conscious Capitalism, Mackey speaks on the powerful correlation between business success and human values. His keynotes share the story of Whole Foods Market and provide actionable insights into conscious leadership, conscious culture, and how to build businesses that create immense value for all stakeholders.

Scott Galloway is a Professor of Marketing at NYU's Stern School of Business and a serial entrepreneur who has founded nine companies, including Prophet and L2. He is recognized as a leading voice on technology, business strategy, and the future of capitalism. The New York Times bestselling author of titles like The Four and Post Corona, Galloway's work is translated into 28 languages. His keynotes offer corporate audiences a candid and actionable analysis of market disruption, financial security, and the future of work, making him a high-demand keynote speaker for major industry events.

Daymond John is the founder of the global brand FUBU (over $6 billion in product sales) and a longtime investor on the Emmy-winning television series Shark Tank. As the CEO of The Shark Group, he provides strategic advice and marketing intelligence to major companies. His books, including the bestsellers The Power of Broke and Powershift, provide invaluable wisdom on entrepreneurship, branding, and the importance of taking risks to achieve goals.

Dr. Rita McGrath is one of the world’s leading experts on strategy and innovation and is consistently ranked among the top 10 global management thinkers. She is a longtime faculty member at Columbia Business School. Her best-selling books, including The End of Competitive Advantage and Seeing Around Corners, provide a clear framework for anticipating disruption. As a highly sought-after speaker, she consults with top firms on strategic growth and change, offering research-backed methodologies praised by the late Clayton Christensen as "some of the most important tools of management."

Rachel Botsman is a leading expert on trust, a bestselling author, and a former Trust Fellow at Oxford University. She is globally recognized for her insights on societal change, technology, and work culture. Her influential books, including Who Can You Trust? and How to Trust & Be Trusted, are translated into 14 languages. As a speaker, she combines warm storytelling with clear insights, providing audiences with actionable strategies to build credibility, foster trust in digital environments, and empower the next generation to make informed decisions about technology and trust.

Barbara Corcoran is the founder of The Corcoran Group, which she built from a $1,000 loan into a dominant real estate brand, and a star investor on ABC’s Emmy-winning show, Shark Tank. A motivational and inspirational speaker, Corcoran uses her brash, candid style to share her expertise on building businesses, growing teams, and overcoming tough times. Her keynotes provide behind-the-scenes insights into her Shark Tank investments and the principles that make a business truly thrive.

Jim Collins is a world-renowned business thinker and author who spent over 25 years researching what makes companies great. His bestsellers, including Good to Great and Built to Last, have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. As a former Stanford faculty member and a current advisor to CEOs, Collins provides research-backed insights on strategic organizational thinking and leadership in chaos. His presentations offer actionable blueprints for achieving and sustaining greatness across both the business and social sectors.

Jordan Belfort is a world-renowned motivational speaker and sales trainer best known as the author of The Wolf of Wall Street. His life story of extreme success and eventual redemption was adapted into a major motion picture directed by Martin Scorsese. Belfort now teaches his proprietary Straight Line Sales & Persuasion System, a proven methodology for transforming individuals and organizations into top producers. As a top business consultant, he has worked with over 50 public companies, providing expertise in sales training and helping teams break through barriers to achieve sustainable success.

Dr. Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group. Widely called the “father of modern HR,” he is a pioneering expert in organization capability, leadership, and human resources. He has published over 30 books, delivered keynotes in 90 countries, and advised over half of the Fortune 200. His keynotes provide leaders with practical, research-backed solutions on HR transformation, results-based leadership, and how to build the organizational health necessary for superior business performance.

Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and a leading expert in organizational health. He is the bestselling author of eleven books, including the enduring classic The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. Lencioni’s leadership models are used by a diverse mix of Fortune 500 companies, professional sports organizations, and the military. As a highly-rated keynote speaker, he uses accessibility, humor, and storytelling to provide audiences with practical, research-backed tools for building strong teams and achieving a sustainable competitive advantage around culture.