Strategy Speakers

Neil Redding is a leading Near Futurist and Innovation Architect with 30 years of expertise in emerging technology strategy. He is the founder of Redding Futures and advises world-class brands on leveraging AI and spatial computing. His talks, presented at SXSW and the Dubai Future Forum, guide leaders toward the realization that our realities are wholly co-created. He provides actionable insights on the Agentic Era, shifting businesses from static machines to resilient, continuously evolving ecosystems that leverage AI for sustainable growth.

Brian McBride is a highly accomplished executive and the former CEO of Amazon.co.uk (2006–2011). He currently serves as Chairman of Trainline PLC and is the Lead Non-Executive Director on the Board of the UK Ministry of Defence. His executive background at Amazon, IBM, and Dell provides unparalleled insights into the European Online and Digital Space, particularly the New Digital Context for Retail. His keynotes focus on leadership, social and mobile trends, and the strategic integration of AI in Business for future growth.

Prakash Padukone is a legendary Indian badminton player, the first Indian to win the All England Open (1980), and a recipient of the Padma Shri. He achieved the World No. 1 ranking the same year. He holds the record for nine consecutive national titles and is a co-founder of Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ), a foundation supporting India's elite athletes. His keynotes share insights on discipline, strategy, and high performance derived from his training and success on the global circuit.

Magnus Lindkvist is a globally recognized futurologist and trendspotter known for his highly entertaining, humorous, and insightful keynotes on the future of business, creativity, and trends. The author of bestsellers like The Dare to be Different Book, he has performed over a thousand keynotes in 70+ countries. His talks, which he customizes for each client, deliver "intellectual acupuncture"—profound insights on how the clashing ideas driving humanity forward create future possibilities and accelerate innovation.

P. Chidambaram is a veteran politician and economist, best known for serving as Union Minister of Finance four times, where he pioneered major tax and economic liberalization reforms. A Harvard Business School alumnus and lawyer, he served as Minister of Home Affairs, where he oversaw India's security response to the 26/11 attacks. His keynotes provide authoritative, critical insights into macroeconomic policy, fiscal deficit management, and India's integration with the global economy.

Debjani Ghosh is a former executive at Intel and the first female President of Nasscom. She currently serves as a Distinguished Fellow at NITI Aayog, focusing on frontier technologies and their role in India's economic growth. Recognized by the President of India as a "First Lady" pioneer and named “Tech Leader of the Year” by Vogue (2020), her leadership embodies a passionate commitment to human-centric innovation. Her keynotes provide strategic counsel on AI, digital transformation, and the Inevitable India strategy for global competitiveness.

General Bikram Singh is the former Chief of the Indian Army and a highly decorated military leader. He is an expert in strategic politico-military decision-making and leadership under pressure. The General was inducted into the US Army War College ‘Hall of Fame’ and received the ‘Legion of Merit’ from the U.S. President. His keynotes provide corporate leaders with unique insights on strategic affairs, security issues, management, and disaster management.

Dr. Raj Sisodia is the founding father of the Conscious Capitalism movement and a Distinguished University Professor at Tecnologico de Monterrey. He is the NYT bestselling co-author of Conscious Capitalism. His books, including Firms of Endearment and the Wall Street Journal bestseller Everybody Matters, detail how world-class companies profit from passion and purpose. His keynotes, delivered over 1,000 times globally, including at the White House and the Vatican, inspire leaders to awaken the conscience of business to achieve growth and healing.

Mitch Lowe is a co-founding executive of Netflix, former President of Redbox, and former CEO of MoviePass, making him a central pioneer in the entertainment industry's disruption. His book, Watch and Learn, details his lessons in disruption, emphasizing that true innovation requires perseverance, imagination, and a deep understanding of customer needs. His keynotes share invaluable stories on entrepreneurship, the subscription economy, and the future of the $2 trillion entertainment industry.

R. Gopalakrishnan is a distinguished business leader and strategist with five decades of experience at Unilever and Tata Sons. He is a bestselling author of 20 books on management. An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and Harvard Business School (AMP), he advises on and holds independent directorships for major corporations. His keynotes provide practical, anecdote-rich insights on Governance and Strategy, Business in India, and Innovation, sharing the wisdom of a 50-year executive career.

Robert Spector is the bestselling author of the The Nordstrom Way series and a globally recognized expert on Customer Experience (CX) and employee engagement. His talks, presented in over 27 countries, are renowned for their engaging stories, humor, and practical takeaways. He teaches the elements of a world-class customer service culture and includes lessons from retail giants like Amazon, Starbucks, and Costco for immediate implementation.

Dr. Srikumar Rao is a renowned expert on Creativity and Personal Mastery and a bestselling author. His course on the topic is the only one in the world with its own business school alumni association. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad and Columbia Business School (PhD), he helps executives become more resilient and develop inner serenity. His keynotes apply ancient wisdom and contemplative discussion to achieve goals and create a successful, conscious business environment.

Dr. Richard A. D’Aveni is a Bakala Professor of Strategy at Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business and a preeminent global expert on competitive dynamics and disruption. He is the author of the breakthrough book Hypercompetition. His advice is sought by boards, CEOs, and the world’s richest families, and he was once the principal advisor to half of the Fortune 10 CEOs. His keynotes provide nitty-gritty insights on using aggressive market disruption and judo techniques to win against competitors and thrive in the new world of group-based competition.

Nabeela is a visionary global leader and former C-Suite executive at IKEA and Walmart, specializing in multi-billion dollar organizational transformation. She is a passionate advocate for DE&I and workplace wellbeing. As a sought-after speaker, she teaches her proprietary frameworks for tackling burnout, building inclusive communities, and mastering the skills to lead effective change. Her mission is to move hearts and minds into action, helping people and organizations Reflect Deeply, Think Differently, and Enact Positive Change.

Neil Martin is a leading Formula 1 strategist and data scientist with over 30 years of experience. He is the Founder of Random Logic, an analytics firm, and former Head of Strategy for Ferrari and Red Bull Racing. His early work revolutionized Game Theory and Monte Carlo race strategies in F1, a methodology now used across the sport. His keynotes provide highly inspirational insights into data-driven decision-making, strategic agility, and the application of cutting-edge F1 technology to business growth and complex problem-solving.

Neil Patel is a renowned serial entrepreneur and a global authority on digital marketing and SEO. He is the co-founder of the analytics tool Crazy Egg and the acquired software company KISSmetrics. Today, he leads a rapidly expanding global digital marketing agency with over 400 employees and is growing his SEO software, Ubersuggest, which boasts 300,000 daily users for its Chrome plugin. His keynotes provide honest, actionable advice on entrepreneurship, online marketing strategies, and leveraging recurring revenue for sustainable business growth.

Hema Ravichandar is a former Group Head and SVP of HR Development at Infosys, and a leading expert in global talent and people management strategy. She is an alumna of IIM Ahmedabad. Recognized as one of India's top 25 young executives (Business Today) and an IT Superwoman (Dataquest), she brings decades of experience from major Indian and multinational corporations. Her keynotes focus on global HR strategy, leadership in people management, and co-anchoring programs for top institutions.

D. Shivakumar is a global business leader, Operating Partner at Advent International, and a former CEO of PepsiCo India. He is renowned for his work in driving digital transformation and brand turnaround in emerging markets. His success at Nokia—where he drove the brand from No. 71 to No. 1 in India—is a Harvard Business case study. His keynotes provide high-level insights on corporate strategy, portfolio transformation, and emerging market expansion for global organizations.