Leadership Speakers

Stephen Goldsmith is the Derek Bok Professor of Urban Policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School and a renowned expert in data analytics for local government. He formerly served as Mayor of Indianapolis and Deputy Mayor of New York City. As a leading author on local government, his books include The Responsive City and A New City O/S. His keynotes provide actionable strategies for leaders on how to govern data, how to build a smart city, and the power of open, collaborative, and distributed governance to enhance public and private sector performance.

Rosario Marin is a prominent political figure and the first Mexican-born Treasurer of the United States of America, a position in which she oversaw the collection of $41 billion in taxes. She is a leading advocate for Hispanic women's empowerment and inclusivity. Her memoir, Leading Between Two Worlds, details her journey from emigrating to the U.S. at age 15 with no English to graduating with honors after overcoming an unfair mental disability label. As a speaker, she shares powerful lessons on leadership, perseverance, and the importance of implementing positive change in the community.

Peter Sheahan is the founder of Karrikins Group, a top-rated keynote speaker, and one of the world's 25 Most Influential Speakers (NSA Hall of Fame). He advises leaders at companies like Apple and Microsoft on growth and transformation. The author of seven books, including Matter and Flip, his philosophy is that commercial growth is dependent on the personal growth of its leaders. His keynotes provide actionable strategies for leaders to embrace courage, challenge the status quo, and take the intelligent risks required to solve higher-order business problems.

Anupam Kher is a legendary actor with over 540 films and a member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. He is a Padma Bhushan awardee and the founder of the acting school Actor Prepares. His career includes working with acclaimed international directors and setting a record with eight consecutive Filmfare Awards. His life story is captured in his play, Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai, which has been performed over 400 times globally, providing the genesis for his highly sought-after motivational keynotes.

Joseph Grenny is a New York Times bestselling author of Crucial Conversations and Influencer. He is a leading expert on social influence, accountability, and mastering high-stakes interactions. His presentations, grounded in rigorous research, provide audiences with the practical tools to foster a culture of open dialogue and accountability. Grenny empowers leaders to transform the way they communicate, lead, and influence to achieve remarkable outcomes in both professional and personal spheres.

Mika Häkkinen is a two-time Formula One World Champion (1998, 1999) who achieved 20 Grand Prix victories. He is one of the fastest F1 drivers of the modern era and remains an official ambassador for the Formula 1 World Championship. Drawing on his decades of experience in the high-risk, high-tech world of F1, his keynotes provide actionable insights on Teamwork, Motivation, and Performance Management. He shares strategies for achieving elite-level success and how to manage Strategy and Risk under immense pressure.

Dr. Naresh Trehan is a world-renowned surgeon and the Founder/CMD of Medanta-The Medicity, a leading multi-super specialty institute. He has personally performed over 48,000 open heart surgeries. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri, he is a former President of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery. His expertise is crucial for organizations seeking insights into healthcare innovation, leadership, and scaling high-quality medical services.

Capt. Raghu Raman is India's most popular motivational speaker, former CEO of the National Intelligence Grid, and a Distinguished Fellow at Observer Research Foundation. With a career spanning the Indian Army, major corporates (Mahindra, Reliance), and Government, he provides a potent blend of Strategy to Execution and Compelling Communication. His keynotes, watched by millions, help leaders navigate complexity and bring about transformations in large enterprises.

Harper Reed is a highly successful entrepreneur and the former CTO of the Obama 2012 Campaign, where he pioneered the use of technology in politics. He is a Fellow at the MIT Media Lab and a leading expert on e-commerce and cybersecurity. His talks cover building creative teams, nurturing a startup mindset, and the impact of digital technology on business. He provides actionable insights for leaders by codifying a path forward through processes and protocols, all grounded in his experience with startups, PayPal, and the Obama campaign.

Devdutt Pattanaik is a renowned mythologist and speaker who uses Indian and World mythology as a toolkit to understand business, leadership, and life. He has authored over 50 books and 1000 newspaper columns. His TV shows Business Sutra and Devlok are pathbreaking. His key philosophy for business is that successful leadership is about paying attention to the "other" and ensuring that individual and corporate beliefs are congruent to avoid disharmony and disruption.

Thomas Kolditz is a retired Brigadier General and a leading expert on leadership and crisis management. He is the founding Director of the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University and the author of the influential book, In Extremis Leadership, which distills the principles of leadership from high-stakes environments. A highly sought-after keynote speaker, Kolditz provides a practical and powerful framework for leading in times of uncertainty. He speaks on crisis leadership, resilience, and the importance of a clear and decisive leadership style. His talks are essential for leaders and teams looking to improve their ability to navigate change and manage pressure.

T. V. Mohandas Pai is the former CFO of Infosys (17 years) and a leading veteran in finance, IT, and regulatory policy. He is a recipient of the Padma Shri (2015). He currently chairs Aarin Capital and multiple SEBI Committees. His influence spans the financial sector, where he served on the boards of the SEBI and NSE, and in philanthropy, where he is a founder-trustee of the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

Brian Solis is the Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow and a leading digital analyst who has studied the effects of emerging technology on business and society for three decades. He has a loyal online audience of over 700,000. As an award-winning author of eight bestsellers, including X: The Experience When Business Meets Design, his work helps leaders develop digital transformation and innovation strategies. His keynotes provide actionable insights on “Lifescaling” to overcome digital distraction, spark creativity, and enable businesses to adapt to connected markets from the inside out.

Anil Kumble is a legendary former Captain of the Indian cricket team, an ICC Hall of Fame inductee, and one of the world's highest wicket-taking spinners in Test history (619 wickets). His career is a testament to hard work and perseverance, where he famously relied on pace and accuracy rather than spin. His keynotes share team anecdotes and lessons on Management & Leadership, leaving audiences charged to take on life with a never say die attitude and a clear understanding of the power of a calming, focused presence.

Farhan Akhtar is an award-winning Bollywood multi-hyphenate—an actor, director, writer, and singer. He is the co-founder of the successful production banner Excel Entertainment. His directorial debut, Dil Chahta Hai, won him his first National Award and gained cult status, influencing a generation of filmmakers. His keynotes share insights into creative problem-solving, mindset, and the strategies required to achieve excellence across multiple creative domains.

Gurcharan Das is the former CEO of Procter & Gamble India and a bestselling author of a trilogy on Indian philosophy, including India Unbound and The Difficulty of Being Good. An alumnus of Harvard University and a columnist for The Times of India, his work explores the link between ancient wisdom and modern management. His keynotes provide senior executives with unique insights into organizational setups, leadership, and ethical decision-making to foster growth in a complex global environment.

Dr. Mario Alonso Puig is a former surgeon, a renowned executive coach, and a global speaker who applies his deep understanding of the human being to leadership and organizational performance. He is an expert in high-performance teams, change management, communication, and creativity, having delivered courses and coaching sessions in over 25 countries. His work helps organizations build commercial success on a foundation of health, well-being, and happiness for their employees.

General V.P. Malik is an acclaimed war hero and the former Chief of the Army Staff, renowned for leading Operation ‘Vijay’ at Kargil in 1999. He is a recipient of the Param Vishishta Seva Medal, India’s highest national award for distinguished military services. He currently advises several corporate boards as an independent director, translating his deep experience in army strategy, discipline, and welfare into corporate leadership. His keynotes motivate audiences to strike at their goals like soldiers do, emphasizing principles of unyielding discipline, leadership, and strategic execution.