Dr. Hossein Eslambolchi is recognized within the scientific community as one of the foremost thought leaders and technological scientists of the high tech age. He is currently Chairman & CEO of 2020 Venture Partners and Chief Technical Advisor of Ericsson Inc., helping them build a worldwide eco-system converging wireline and wireless, using IP based technologies. He advises several companies and the Government on their IT strategies.

“A bold, yet pragmatic visionary” BusinessWeek

In detail

During his 19 years with AT&T’s he was CTO from 2000 to 2005, then President of the AT&T Global Networking Technology Services, President and CEO of AT&T Labs and Chief Information Officer. Dr. Eslambolchi holds more than 1000 patents, has won numerous awards and was recently nominated and is currently one of the finalists for the U.S. President’s Science and Technology Medal for his contributions to the development of IP and wireless technologies. Furthermore his work on IP technologies includes a number of innovations in various fields. He is currently on the board of Directors of Packet Design and Telemanagement Forum.

What he offers you

At the cutting edge of the telecommunications industry, Dr. Eslambolchi offers audiences state-of-the-art transformational business strategies. His research defines a compelling vision of the future and he explains in detail how the power of mobile and broadband technology will transform the way we do business and all aspects of our daily lives.

How he presents

Dr. Eslambolchi has that rare combination of intelligence and approachability, making him a highly sought-after speaker. He has a reputation for delivering high content, compelling speeches that are both insightful and thought-provoking.

The Power of Technology to Transform the Future

The Future of Telecommunications and Communication Industry

Future Trends in Technology

Developing a Sound Strategy for Convergence

Making Innovation Happen in a Connected World

2006
2020 Vision: Business Transformation through Technology Innovation

2008
IEEE Chairman Quality Award

2004
One of the Premier 100 IT Leaders for 2004 Computerworld Magazine

2003
One of its 10 Internet Business Leaders Cisco IQ Magazine

2002
Inventor of the Year by the New Jersey Inventors Hall of Fame

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Klaus Kobjoll is a highly successful and noted entrepreneur in the hotel and restaurant business in Europe. He is the owner of the established Country Hotel and Creative Centre Schindlerhof and winner of the European Quality Award for Independent SME’s 1998, Paris.

Klaus Kobjoll studied at the D.Speiser hotel school in Tegernsee, Bad Wiesee and at the Lycée Technique Hôtelier in Strasbourg, France. He also spent some time studying in England.

He began his career at the age of 22 when he established himself as self-employed entrepreneur starting the “Crêperie Rennaise” in Erlangen in 1970. Throughout the 1970′s and 1980′s he opened several restaurants including a French Bistro called “Café des Arts”, a jazz cellar with live music called “Strohalm” and a restaurant called “Prison St. Michel” in Nuremberg. In 1978 he opened his first hotel “Landhotel Mörsbergei” with 19 rooms and 80 restaurant seats.

His most important venture to date, however, has been the “Landhotel Schindlerhof” which he opened in 1984 in Nuremberg. He bought the Schindlerhof property in 1988 and began to expand. In 1990 construction was completed of the “Schindlerhof Creative Centre”. In 1998, he won the highest quality prize in Europe for the “Landhotel Schindlerhof”: The European Quality Award 1998.

Klaus Kobjoll is the co-founder and honorary chairman of the “Landidyll” co-operative hotel project, currently with 70 member organisations in Germany, Austria and France. He is a regular lecturer in Marketing at courses for a hotelier’s degree at the Swiss Hotelier’s Association (SHV).

He is also a member of the German Hotel and Restaurant Association (DEHOGA) and is the first full member of the Swiss Hotelier’s Association (SHV).

Speaker Topics

Motivation

Service Marketing

Scheduling

Bio-structural Analysis

Soft Management for Associations,

Co-operative Projects and Industry

Virtuoses Marketing: Erfolgsgeheimnisse eines Trendsetters (1998)

Motivaction: Begeisterung ist übertragbar (1997)

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Robert Polet joined Gucci Group in 2004 after a 26-year career at Unilever, bringing considerable global management experience and a deep knowledge of the development of consumer brands in a multicultural environment. His dynamism has helped turn around luxury goods company Gucci Group and was named as European Businessman of the Year 2007 by Fortune magazine. He encourages the people working with him to break rules and to go outside the box.

“The man who has put the extra into extravagance”

In detail

Robert Polet studied business administration at Nijenrode in the Netherlands and earned an MBA from the University of Oregon, USA. He joined Unilever in 1978, and has worked there in a broad variety of marketing and senior executive positions throughout the world. In his latest position, he was president of Unilever’s Worldwide Ice Cream and Frozen Foods division. Where Robert Polet exerts control at Gucci is in selecting the right leaders, and he then enjoys letting them “Go for it”.

What he offers you

Robert Polet shares his ideas for managing fashion brands, where art and commerce collide, with international audiences at events worldwide. His motto is “always put yourself through the hardship of keeping things simple” and his self-confidence and single-mindedness have brought success throughout his career. His people oriented leadership produces extraordinary results. He is open-minded, very direct, very transparent, and a fine speaker.

How he presents

Never having been one to adhere to rules and protocols, this highly charismatic Dutchman, Robert Polet is truly insightful and memorable.

People Oriented Leadership

Human Resources MasterClass

Innovation

Freedom within a Framework

Global Management

Marketing

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Joining Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. in 1970, Jack served in several capacities including District Manager; Vice President of Security (now known as Loss Prevention); Vice President of Store Operations; Executive Vice President of Store Operations, Personnel, and Merchandise; President and Chief Operating Officer; and Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer. He was appointed to the Wal-Mart Board of Directors in 1977 and served on Wal-Mart’s Executive Committee.

Since his semi-retirement from the company in 1988, he continues to act as a consultant for them, together with his duties on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Jack is also a member of the International Platform Association and travels extensively honouring world-wide keynote speaking and consulting engagements with numerous global organisations. According to Fortune’s current listing of the Ten Most Admired Corporations in the United States, Jack has consulted with or spoken to management groups of five of those top ten companies.

Jack is the recipient of several awards. In 1981 he was named the Discount Retailer of the Year; in 1985 he was presented the Retailer of the Year award by Mass Market Retailer magazine; in the same year he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate degree by Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar, Missouri. In 1996, Jack was voted one of the thirty most Powerful Retailers by Discount Store News. Four years later he received an Honorary Doctorate degree by Drury University, Springfield, Missouri.

Furthermore, Jack is involved in several organisations that promote higher education. For several years he was Chairman of Students in Free Enterprise, Inc., Missouri, and now serves that group as a Board member. The Jack Shewmaker SIFE World Headquarters was dedicated in September 1999. Jack continues to be a strong supporter of SIFE around the globe, speaking at SIFE seminars and workshops. He was Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Drury College in Missouri and continues to serve on their Board.

A regular contributor of articles to the retail press, Jack’s published works include the cover article “Master Sellers” for Nation’s Business November 1988 issue and several articles which appeared in various issues in MMR Magazine, a retail trade publication.

• Retailing

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Marc Hogan’s growing reputation as an expert in the fields of communication and sales has led him to become one of the most sought after speakers in the UK. An ex-sales and marketing professional with over 10 years experience, Marc’s S.A.L.E.S. and Inspirational Communication programmes have inspired audiences across the UK to improve their communication and influencing skills. They love his unique approach to personal and business achievement underpinned by his 7 Keys for Success.

“Persuade, empower & perform”

In detail

Challenged by Jim Lawless of Taming Tigers fame to perform a one man comedy show at the Edinburgh Festival, Marc set out to conquer his fears and prove his 7 Keys. The result is his inspiring presentation Funny Business: “What comedy taught me about business and what business taught me about comedy”. Marc’s hilarious and thought-provoking journey with its set of practical tools will, quite simply, change the way your company does business.

What he offers you

Marc utilises cutting edge psychological techniques complemented by good old fashioned common sense, to leave audiences excited and energised about improving their communication skills back in the work place.

How he presents

His unique and dynamic style will leave your people motivated and energised with a set of skills they can instantly apply.

7 Keys for Success

S.A.L.E.S

Motivation

Communication Skills in the Workplace

Inspirational Communication

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Amin Rajan is Chief Executive of the Centre for Research in Employment and Technology in Europe (CREATE) – a pan-European network of prominent researchers undertaking high level advisory assignments for the UK government, City institutions, multinational companies and international bodies such as the EU, OECD and ILO. He is also a visiting professor at the Cass Business School, London Guildhall University and at the Centre for Leadership Studies at Exeter University, and also President of the Scientific Committee at Audencia-Nantes, Ecole de Management.

“ Amin’s work has proved so influential that he now provides leadership coaching to top executives and investment specialists”

In detail

Amin Rajin was formerly an economic advisor at the National Economic Development Office, Cabinet Office and HM Treasury. He has also carried out numerous studies for the UK Government and international bodies, and acted as a consultant to companies such as BP, British Telecom, IBM, ICL, Legal & General, Motorola, Merrill Lynch, National Westminster Bank, Fiat, Rolls Royce, SunAlliance and Shell.

What he offers you

As a prominent researcher Amin Rajan offers audiences valuable insights into the business benefits of and practical challenges involved in the promotion of workforce diversity. Amin Rajan also uses his experience to coach decision makers and offer essential advice on leadership and emerging business strategies.

How he presents

Appearing regularly on business television as well as at numerous events around the world, Amin Rajan’s high content presentations are filled with invaluable information from his research perfectly tailored to suit individual client’s needs.

Global Investment Management

Developing Tomorrow’s Visionary Leaders

Managing Knowledge and Talent

Understanding Key Industrial Trends to 2010

The Future of Europe

2006
Comply and Prosper: Managing People Risk Arising from Regulation

2004
Building Capability for the 21st Century

2003
Revolutionary Shifts, Evolutionary Responses: Global Investment Management in the 2000’s

2001
Harnessing Creativity to Improve the Bottom Line (2001)

2001
Tomorrow’s Organisation: New Mindsets, New Skills (2001)

2000
Fund Management: New Skills for a New Age (2000)

1999
Good Practices in Knowledge Creation and Exchange

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Rohit Talwar is a global futurist, strategist and business consultant. In 2006, the Independent newspaper profiled Rohit as one of the top 10 global trendwatchers. In 2005 he was presented with the award of ‘stickiest guru’ after being voted as best speaker for his presentation on future travel at Asia’s largest travel conference.

“A leading futurist with exceptional foresight”

In detail

Rohit launched a personal campaign to raise one million pounds for various good causes such as the Pakistan Earthquake Red Cross Appeal where he hosted a fund raising seminar and dinner, covered across Asia by the media. He has spoken and consulted in over 20 countries and has worked alongside various governmental departments. He was the author and editor of the book ‘Achieving Transformation and Renewal in Financial Services’.

What he offers you

Rohit draws upon his experience and highlights how critical changes and the development of new technologies really are to global businesses. Rohit is recognized worldwide as an innovative thinker.

How he presents

Rohit’s presentations are a fascinating insight into the shape of the future. He has an ability to create an engaging debate, capturing his audience with incisive thought provoking ideas

Global Futures

Strategic Trends – How we develop focused, fast and flexible strategies

Imagination – Where can we exploit breakthrough technology?

Innovation – How do we use foresight to drive rapid innovation and create new ventures?

How do you survive and thrive in a fast changing world?

Change Leadership – How do we develop future-focused leaders and motivate our top talent to be first to the future?

Growth – What are the implications, opportunities and risks of EU enlargement?

Outsourcing

1999
Achieving Transformation and Renewal in Financial Services (Managing Change in Financial Services Series)

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“One of America’s Best & Courageous Leaders”

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Anne M. Mulcahy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English / Journalism from Marymount College in Tarrytown, N.Y. In addition to the Xerox board, she is a board director of Catalyst, Citigroup Inc., Fuji Xerox Company, Ltd., Target Corporation, The Washington Post Company, and is the chairman of the corporate governance task force of the Business Roundtable. She began her Xerox career as a field sales representative in 1976 and became chief staff officer in 1997 and corporate senior vice president in 1998. Prior to that, she served as vice president and staff officer for Customer Operations, covering South America and Central America, Europe, Asia and Africa, and China.

What she offers you

Anne Mulcahy provides worldwide audiences with her story of how she successfully led a multibillion-dollar turnaround of Xerox and transformed the business into an innovative digital technology and services enterprise. Central to her strategy is the investment in R&D through good times and bad. She is a superb motivator who can push people to step up their game without demoralizing them in the process.

How she presents

Anne Mulcahy is a tremendous communicator and a skilled negotiator having persuaded a full 98 of the 100 top executives to stay during the dark periods of the turnaround, and the bulk of them are still with the company today.

The Turnaround of Xerox

Leadership Lessons Learned on the Firing Line

2006
Joe Wilson and the Creation of Xerox (with Charles D. Ellis & Joel M. Podolny)

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Dr. Josh Lerner recently led an international team of scholars in a study of the economic impact of private equity for the World Economic Forum. He founded, raised funding for and organizes two groups at the National Bureau of Economic Research: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Policy and the Economy. He is a member of a number of other NBER groups and serves as co-editor of their publication, Innovation Policy and the Economy. At Harvard, his research focuses on the structure and the role of private equity organizations.

“Renowned Harvard Business School professor”

In detail

Josh Lerner graduated from Yale College with a Special Divisional Major which combined physics with the history of technology. He worked for several years on issues concerning technological innovation and public policy, at the Brookings Institution, for a public-private task force in Chicago, and on Capitol Hill. He then earned a Ph.D. from Harvard’s Economics Department. In the 1993-94 academic year, he introduced an elective MBA course on private equity and venture capital that has consistently been one of the largest elective courses at HBS.

What he offers you

An advisor to a select group of private equity funds and major institutional investors, Josh Lerner helps his global audiences identify and respond to key trends in the private equity industry. He also examines the impact of intellectual property protection, particularly patents, on the competitive strategies of firms in high-technology industries. He presents at conferences and meetings organized by numerous accounting firms, investment banks, intellectual property trade associations, law firms, other intermediaries, private equity groups, publications and national venture capital and private equity associations.

How he presents

With a warm and genuine style, Josh Lerner skilfully does away with some of the myths surrounding private equity in his highly informative presentations.

Private Equity

Venture Capital

Investment Banking

Patents

2009
Boulevard of Broken Dreams: Why Public Efforts to Boost Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Have Failed–and What to Do About It (The Kauffman Foundation Series on Innovation and Entrepreneurship)

2008
Venture Capital and Private Equity: A Casebook by Josh Lerner, Felda Hardymon & Ann Leamon

2006
Innovation and Its Discontents: How Our Broken Patent System is Endangering Innovation and Progress, and What to Do About It (with Adam B. Jaffe)

2001
The Money of Invention: How Venture Capital Creates New Wealth (with Paul A. Gompers)

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Professor Henry Mintzberg is Professor of Management at McGill University in Montreal, Canada and a Visiting Scholar at INSEAD in Fontainbleau, France. His entire career has focused on understanding how big business make decisions. In 2009 and 2007 Thinkers 50, the global ranking of management gurus, placed him among the list of most influential thinkers.

“Management is where art and craft and science meet”

In detail

Henry Mintzberg holds a Ph.D. from the Sloan School of Management, M.I.T., where he studied Policy, Organisational Studies, Information and Control Systems and Political Science. During his career Henry Mintzberg has written and published numerous articles (i.e. in Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review, California Management Review), monographs, reviews and books.

What he offers you

Henry Mintzberg’s interests focus on issues of General Management and Organisation, including the process of strategy formation, the design of Organisations as well as the impact of design on Organisations and the roles of intuition, insight and inspiration in a world of “thin” Management. It is not about empowerment; it assumes that you are already empowered and engaged too. It goes beyond, enabling you to improve yourself, your team, and your organization.

How he presents

Henry Mintzberg’s presentations provide the opportunity to enhance managerial and leadership skills.

Business Strategies

Leadership

Management

Dealing With the Pressures of Managing

2007
Tracking Strategies: Towards a General Theory of Strategy Formation

2005
Strategy Bites Back

2004
Managers not MBAs

2000
Why I Hate Flying

2000
Managing Publicly

1998
Strategy Safari

1994
The Rise and Fall of Strategic Planning: Reconceiving the Roles for Planning, Plans, Planners

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