Business Speakers

Gary Hamel is one of the world's most influential management thinkers, a Professor at the London Business School, and a former Chairman of the consulting firm Strategos. He is the most-reprinted author in Harvard Business Review history. The author of bestsellers like Humanocracy, Hamel presents an impassioned plea for reinventing management to unleash human capability. His keynotes deliver powerful insights on strategy, leadership, and innovation, providing a blueprint for building organizations that are dynamic, effective, and "fit for the future."

Dr. Robert Cialdini is the most-cited social psychologist in the field of influence and persuasion, and the bestselling author of Influence, one of the "100 Best Business Books of All Time." As a keynote speaker, he translates his scientific research into practical, ethical actions for clients like Google, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola. His presentations detail the six universal principles of persuasion and show how to use Pre-Suasion—the moment before the message—to drive long-term, positive change.

Zack Kass is the former Head of Go-To-Market at OpenAI and a leading expert in applied AI strategy and implementation. He is recognized as one of the foremost thinkers in the field.

Kevin O’Leary is an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and a star of the hit show Shark Tank. Known as "Mr. Wonderful," he is a leading authority on finance, investment, and building a profitable business. His career began with the founding of SoftKey Software, which he sold for a reported $4.2 billion. A highly sought-after keynote speaker, O’Leary provides candid and actionable insights on entrepreneurship, finance, and business strategy. He shares what it takes to succeed in today's market, offering audiences a no-nonsense guide to building wealth and making sound business decisions.

Garry Kasparov is a legendary chess grandmaster, political activist, and author of Deep Thinking. He is the Chairman of the Human Rights Foundation and one of the world's foremost experts on strategy, AI, and geopolitics. His talks draw parallels between strategic decision-making in chess and in modern challenges, from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the rise of authoritarianism. Kasparov provides audiences with clear insights on strategy, leadership, and the necessity of safeguarding democracy and global stability.

Dr. Ram Charan is a world-renowned business consultant and a celebrated author of over 30 books, including the New York Times bestseller Execution. He has spent over 40 years advising top CEOs and boards globally on growth and strategy. His books, which have sold over 4 million copies, provide "Monday morning" actionable advice on growth, talent development, and moneymaking models for the digital age. His keynotes are sought after by organizations aiming to cut through complexity and find real-world solutions to uncover their core business problems.

Zev Siegl is a co-founder of Starbucks Coffee Company and an accomplished serial entrepreneur. He was instrumental in the brand's early growth from its single Pike Place Market store to six locations and a substantial wholesale business. As a keynote speaker, Siegl shares practical, firsthand insights into startup success, including setting a compelling vision, securing funding, and navigating operations. His advisory role with over 500 entrepreneurs highlights his core mission to inspire and develop the next generation of business owners with a proven roadmap for growth and product development.

Paul Polman is the former CEO of Unilever and a leading global advocate for sustainable business. He is the co-author of Net Positive, which calls for companies to profit by fixing the world’s problems, not creating them. As a former member of the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel, he was instrumental in developing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and he remains an active SDG Advocate. His keynotes provide proven strategies for purpose-driven leadership, systemic change, and the business opportunity of a generation found in solving global challenges.

Dr. Margaret Heffernan is a globally influential author and management thinker, inducted into the Thinkers50 Hall of Fame. Her influential books, such as Willful Blindness and Uncharted, explore the human behaviors that limit organizational foresight and drive global uncertainty. She is a Professor of Practice at the University of Bath and a mentor to CEOs of major global organizations. Her highly sought-after keynotes draw on her TED Talks (seen over 15 million times) to provide actionable strategies for embracing uncertainty, increasing organizational agility, and cultivating the collaborative spirit needed to overcome pervasive industry challenges.

N. R. Narayana Murthy is the co-founder of Infosys and the architect of the Global Delivery Model (GDM), which revolutionized the Indian IT sector. A recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, the CBE (Britain), and the Legion d’honneur (France), he is ranked among Financial Times’ "Business pioneers in technology." His keynotes offer unmatched insights on globalization, innovation strategy, and value-driven leadership for the digital economy.

Jamie Kern Lima is the founder of IT Cosmetics (sold to L'Oréal for $1 billion) and the first female CEO of a brand in L’Oréal’s history. She is a two-time NYT bestselling author and a Guest Shark on ABC’s Shark Tank. Her highly-rated podcast and best-selling books, including WORTHY, share her personal story of overcoming years of self-doubt and becoming one of Forbes' Richest Self-Made Women. Her keynotes focus on inspiring and elevating women, using her unique insights to provide actionable strategies for self-worth, resilience, and entrepreneurial success.

Sangeet Paul Choudary is the bestselling co-author of Platform Revolution and a leading global expert on the platform economy and digital strategy. His work has been recognized by Harvard Business Review as a top 10 management idea globally. He is an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at INSEAD and co-chairs the MIT Platform Strategy Summit. As a frequent speaker at global forums including the G20 Summit and Mobile World Congress, he advises Fortune 1000 CXOs on platform creation, strategy, and how to make their company thrive during this digital disruption.

Roger Martin is a Professor Emeritus at the Rotman School of Management and was ranked the #1 management thinker in the world by Thinkers50. He is a trusted strategy advisor to CEOs of global corporations like Procter & Gamble and Lego. His extensive writing includes 13 books, such as the best-selling A New Way to Think and Playing to Win, and 33 Harvard Business Review articles. As a keynote speaker, Martin offers audiences cutting-edge insights on strategy, governance, and the principles of Integrative Thinking to drive superior managerial effectiveness and competitive advantage.

Duncan Wardle is the former Head of Innovation and Creativity at The Walt Disney Company, where he pioneered magical experiences for Imagineering, Marvel, and Pixar. He is a leading innovation speaker who provides a unique approach to Design Thinking. His talks offer a practical Innovation Toolkit to help companies embed a culture of creativity into every employee's DNA. Drawing on his experience, he provides strategies on working in harmony with AI, delivering exceptional customer experience magic, and transitioning from ideation into concrete action.

Sanjeev Bikhchandani is the Founder of Info Edge (Naukri.com) and the co-founder of Ashoka University. He is a celebrated Indian entrepreneur and investor in unicorns like Zomato and PolicyBazaar. The recipient of the Padma Shri (2020), his keynotes provide deep, practical insights into entrepreneurship, innovation, and scaling digital businesses in emerging markets. He uses his experience to inspire the next generation of startup founders.

Dr. George Serafeim is a Professor at Harvard Business School and a world-leading authority on ESG strategy. He is a pioneer in building the data around ESG issues and advancing the field of sustainable finance. Co-founder of KKS Advisors, he consults with boards and executives on developing effective sustainability strategies and performance measurements. Named one of the most influential people in ESG investing by Barron’s, his keynotes provide crucial insights on how to build a competitive and sustainable future through robust, data-driven ESG integration.

Jonas Kjellberg is a co-founder of Skype and a highly successful digital transformation expert and investor. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board at Nornorm (backed by IKEA). His presentations focus on digital transformation, innovation, and business creation, sharing the core philosophies from his books. As a speaker, he leverages his experience at Skype and his current role as a lecturer at Stanford University to teach audiences how the interaction of products, sales, and profitability creates a winning sales culture.

Dr. Soumitra Dutta is a Professor of Management at Cornell University and a leading global expert on innovation and the knowledge economy. He is the author of the World Economic Forum's Global Information Technology Report. He is a board member of Sodexo and Dassault Systemes and was honored by the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. As a keynote speaker, he provides actionable strategies on building global capabilities, the interface of technology and innovation, and the crucial leadership requirements for driving growth in the post-COVID world.