Strategy Speakers

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.

Dr. Lynda Gratton is a Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and a globally ranked management thinker. She is a leading expert on The Future of Work and the strategic relationship between people and organizations. Her influential books, including the bestsellers The 100-Year Life and The Shift, have been translated into over 15 languages, addressing the profound impact of longevity on employment and work. As a sought-after speaker, she advises global organizations on HR strategy, cultural change, and collaborative work to achieve sustained competitive advantage.

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."

Peter Zeihan is a globally recognized expert in geopolitical strategy and a New York Times bestselling author, known for his ability to synthesize demography, economics, and security to forecast global shifts. His firm advises energy majors, financial institutions, and the U.S. military on building resilient operations and supply chains. His keynotes provide accessible, irreverent, and relevant takeaways on globalization, energy futures, and the collapse of the post-WWII world order.

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.

Marty Neumeier is a business author, a brand strategist, and a leading voice on innovation, design, and marketing. He is the author of the best-selling book, The Brand Gap, which provides a clear and actionable framework for how to build a more purposeful and resilient brand. His work is a powerful counterpoint to a world of corporate shortsightedness. A compelling keynote speaker, Neumeier provides a clear and practical guide to mastering brand strategy and design. He speaks on innovation, leadership, and the importance of a more human-centered approach to business. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

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.

Dr. Katalin Karikó is a Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine (2023) and the scientific pioneer who laid the groundwork for mRNA vaccines. Her research is the basis for the BioNTech/Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. A former Vice President at BioNTech and a researcher who battled academic skepticism for decades, her story is one of profound perseverance. Her keynotes inspire audiences with lessons on resilience, the importance of belief in one's vision, and the transformative power of groundbreaking scientific discovery.

Dr. Michael Spence is a Nobel Laureate in Economics (2001), a Professor Emeritus at Stanford Business School, and an expert in information economics and global growth. A Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and a Distinguished Visiting Fellow of the Council on Foreign Relations, his counsel is sought globally. His keynotes offer unmatched expertise on economic convergence, global development strategies, and managing the current “Permacrisis” in a fractured world.

Nandan Nilekani is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Infosys and the Founding Chairman of UIDAI (Aadhaar), India's national digital identity system. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan and the Joseph Schumpeter prize, his work is foundational to the digital economy. His keynotes provide expert, strategic insight into Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), AI in business, and leveraging technology to realize a billion aspirations in emerging markets.

Richard H. Thaler is a Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences (2017) and a preeminent behavioral economist. He co-authored the global bestseller Nudge, which applies insights from psychology to solve major societal and financial problems. As a founding principal at Fuller and Thaler Asset Management, he translates his understanding of human decision-making into superior financial returns. His keynotes offer audiences an accessible, intellectual framework for understanding decision-making, market inefficiencies, and how to use subtle design choices to improve outcomes in health, finance, and organizational behavior.

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.

Liz Wiseman is a leading executive advisor and researcher who is the CEO of The Wiseman Group. She is the bestselling author of Multipliers and Impact Players, and a top-ranked global thought leader on leadership and talent development. The former VP of Oracle University, her work has been recognized by the Thinkers50 achievement award for leadership. Her keynotes provide actionable, research-backed strategies for corporate clients like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft on how to amplify talent, drive innovation, and cultivate high-impact employees.

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.

Dr. Alexander Osterwalder is the inventor of the Business Model Canvas and a globally ranked top management thinker. He is the co-founder and CEO of Strategyzer, an innovation services firm. His best-selling books, including Business Model Generation and The Invincible Company, are renowned for their practical, visual approach to solving key business challenges. He advises Global Fortune 500 companies on scaling innovation efforts and creating the necessary organizational design and culture to achieve systematic growth.

Dr. Marcus Collins is a Clinical Professor at the University of Michigan and a globally recognized expert in cultural contagion and brand strategy. He formerly led strategy at Wieden+Kennedy, New York. His bestselling book, For The Culture, examines the influence of culture on consumption, a “cheat code” for marketers and leaders. His keynotes provide actionable strategies, using case studies from Apple and Google, to help organizations understand, influence, and scale both their internal and external culture for sustainable 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.