The Leading Speakers Bureau

Founder and Former CEO of Ebookers

Dinesh Dhamija is a business entrepreneur. He is best known as the founder of the successful online travel agency Ebookers. Dinesh was awarded the 2003 Entrepreneur of the Year award by the Management Today magazine. More recently, he was the founder and chairman of the Copper Beech Group, a firm involved in residential property development in Romania and education infrastructure in India.

“I see travel as a dream of everyone, you are selling something to people that lets them go across the world”

‘Selling travel, is selling dreams, and yet visiting another country, benefits a person, by allowing him to think laterally”

[expand title=”In detail”] Having gained a Master of Arts Degree in Law from Cambridge University, Dinesh’s first employment was with IBM. However Dinesh was keen to establish his own business and soon decided on the travel industry as his chosen sector. Over the next 20 years he gained the travel expertise, business management experience and supplier contacts which have been so critical in the ebookers success story. By 1999 he realised that the internet was where the future lay, and set about raising the funds to launch websites across Europe. Ebookers rolled out across Europe and quickly established itself as the leading online travel agency in Europe.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Dinesh inspires business leaders to adopt a creative an innovative management approach and gives tools and insights for managing business from his experience.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]His presentations are always customised to fit the needs of the clients to whom he is speaking. His messages are powerful and effective, delivered in his personal, yet highly professional style.[/expand]
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Greatest Indian Spinner of All Time and speaker

Anil Kumble is without doubt India’s greatest bowler of all time – not only in terms of wickets, but also by being a member of the winning team on more occasions than any other bowler in the history of Indian cricket. Be it Test matches or ODIs, Anil has always been a match-winner. He was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, by the Government of India in 2005.

“One of the most recognized cricketing personalities”

[expand title=”In detail”] Anil made his debut in England in 1990, raising hopes of resurgence in the art of leg-spin. But it was not until his recall against South Africa sixteen months later that he proved his abilities on the international stage. Since then he went from strength to strength. Kumble was appointed the captain of the Indian Test cricket team in 2007.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]By combining his close understanding of motivation and self-development with his personal experiences he consistently inspires, motivates and entertains audiences. Anil understands the dynamics of becoming a champion – how to dream a dream, set goals and take the necessary steps to fulfilling ones potential.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Highly entertaining Anil’s tailored presentations are filled with anecdotes from his career. He is also part of our Top Indian keynote speakers. [/expand]
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President of the Strategic Foresight Group

Sundeep Waslekar is President of Strategic Foresight Group, a think tank based in India, engaged in anticipating and influencing global future. Under its auspices, he has advised governments in three different regions of the world. His strategic insights have been sought by the international media ranging from International Herald Tribune to Financial Times and BBC World Television to CNN, besides a large number of newspapers in Asia

“Mr Waslekar is one of the world’s leading experts on managing globalisation”

[expand title=”In detail”] His initiatives engaging former and serving Heads of Government and cabinet ministers, have attracted the cooperation of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats in the European Parliament and the League of Arab States. He has chaired sessions on the relations between Western and Islamic countries at the summits of the World Economic Forum, involving high government representatives from the United States and the countries in the Middle East. [/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Sundeep Waslekar has a reputation for conceptualising initiatives for positive change and offers audiences an in depth look at the opportunities and threats facing businesses worldwide in the next decade. He also has unique insights from his direct negotiations with terrorists on the one hand and Heads of Government on the other.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Offering tailored keynote speeches and customised workshops, Mr Waslekar is a versatile and highly sought after speaker. His presentations are well prepared and always well received.[/expand]
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Professor at the Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science at UCLA

Dr. Rajit Gadh is a Professor at the Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science at UCLA, and he is Founder and Director of the Wireless Internet for Mobile Enterprise Consortium of which major companies including Computer Associates, EDS, Ericsson, HP, Intel, Northrop Grumman and Siemens, are supporting members.
He works in the areas of RFID-middleware, RFID-sensor interface definitions, and, wireless internet technologies for enterprise applications.

“I believe that Wi-Fi and ‘next generation’ technologies will help us bridge the digital divide.”

[expand title=”In detail”] The holder of a Doctorate degree from Carnegie Mellon University, a Masters from Cornell University and a Bachelors degree from IIT Kanpur he has also taught as a visiting researcher at UC Berkeley. His industrial background started prior to his academic career, when he worked as an engineer and a technology lead for two software startup companies over a period of 4 years (Formtek Inc. and Carnegie Group Inc.). He has won several awards from NSF (CAREER award, Research Initiation Award, NSF-Lucent Industry Ecology Award, GOAL-I award), SAE (Ralph Teetor award), IEEE (second best paper, WTS), etc., and other accolades in his career.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Drawing on his expertise and experience Dr Rajit Gadh offers his audiences insights into developing thought leadership in this newly emerging and rapidly changing world.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]An inspirational and truly professional speaker Dr Rajit Gadh is in great demand as a keynote speaker at various conferences around the world.[/expand]
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Chairman of the IPCC and Director-General of TERI (Tata Energy Research Institute) speaker

Dr. Rajendra K. Pachauri is an economist and environmental scientist of immense repute who has served as the chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) since 2002. Pachauri is also the director general of the The Energy and Resources Institute in New Delhi, an institution devoted to researching and promoting sustainable development. In 2007, he received the shared Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of the IPCC (together with Al Gore).

Few speakers are as well-suited to tackling the challenges and potential risks posed by global climate change than Dr. Pachauri”

[expand title=”In detail”] Dr. Pachauri has been a Visiting Professor, Resource Economics at the College of Mineral and Energy Resources, West Virginia University; Senior Visiting Fellow, Resource Systems Institute and Visiting Research Fellow with The World Bank, Washington DC. He also joined the North Carolina State University where he obtained an MS in Industrial Engineering and a PhD in Industrial Engineering and as well as in Economics. He was appointed as the Member, Board of Directors of the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES), Environment Agency, Government of Japan, and as a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Dr. Rajendra Pachauri addresses world and industry leaders on the impact of climate change on urban development in the 21st Century, environmental issues and the problem of global warming. He is renowned for his work in the areas of energy, environment, forestry, biotechnology, and the conservation of natural resources to government departments, institutions and corporate organizations worldwide. He has also authored 21 books and several papers and articles.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Rajendra K. Pachauri’s presentations provide invaluable wisdom gained from his extensive knowledge and expertise. He is also part of our Top Indian keynote speakers.[/expand]
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Authority on Executive Development

Professor Prabhu Guptara is one of the leading experts on executive development, being the Head of Wolfsberg Executive Development Centre. He is visiting professor at the most prestigious universities, such as Harvard, the University of Fribourg, Switzerland and business schools around the world and is Chairman of the Career Innovation Group. He writes frequently for the Financial Times, The Guardian, and The Times.

“Prof. Guptara is challenging in his ability to observe the world in a global context”

[expand title=”In detail”] Professor Guptara is founder and chairman of the management consultancy Advance. He is Freeman of the City of London and of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists, fellow of the Institute of Directors, of the Institute of Personnel and Development, of the Royal Commonwealth Society, as well as of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of the Arts Commerce and Manufacturers.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Professor Guptara is a widely recognised authority on leadership, long range trends and comparative and cross-cultural ethics. He specializes in exploring the relationship and effects which technology has on societies around the world and is responsible for the Wolfsberg Think Tanks dealing with a wide variety of market and global issues.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]A charismatic speaker Professor Guptara delivers valuable insights into executive development, providing astute analyses and predictions about the future of work and other global concerns.[/expand]
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Scientist & Global Environmental Leader, Lead Scientist, The Nature Conservancy

Dr. M. Sanjayan is the lead scientist for The Nature Conservancy, where he specializes in human well-being and conservation, Africa, wildlife ecology, and media outreach and public speaking on conservation issues. He is a Catto Fellow with the Aspen Institute and is a frequent guest on NBC’s Today Show and has also appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman where he discussed global climate change and the future of the planet. He is a program advisor for the Clinton Global Initiative.

“M. Sanjayan’s work has received extensive media coverage”

[expand title=”In detail”] M. Sanjayan holds a doctorate from the University of California, Santa Cruz and is on the faculty of the wildlife program at the University of Montana, where his work focuses on how conservation is achieved in the poorest places on earth, the role of nature’s services in sustaining human communities, and the linkages between poverty and conservation. He has appeared in publications from Vanity Fair to National Geographic Adventure, Outside to The New York Times. He has co-hosted documentaries for the Discovery Channel (Mysteries of the Shark Coast, Expedition Alaska), BBC (Wildlife in a War-Zone), and featured in National Geographic TV (Earth Report 2009). In 2010 he hosted a four-part series on energy for Discovery Channel (Powering the Future).[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]IHaving travelled to more than 45 countries and spent most of his life working with wildlife, major environmental issues, and hosting TV shows, M. Sanjayan draws on those experiences and his own unique upbringing (Africa and Asia) to create a compelling narrative. He provides the scientific underpinning for strategic decision-making and for ensuring that new science trends and risks are assimilated in the conservancy’s work. His studies are focused around the nexus between conservation of nature and human well-being; wildlife ecology; and in environmental education. He is a sought-after speaker with recent appearances on stage at TED Global, International Women’s Forum, Aspen Environment Forum, Aspen Ideas Festival, Clinton Global Initiative and the Summit Series.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]M. Sanjayan is a natural, topical and thought-provoking speaker, delivering terrific motivational, forward looking, fun talks that are above all inspirational to young people. He is more than happy to entertain in Q&A sessions.[/expand]
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Recognized Expert in Human Engineering and Human Development

Krish Dhanam is a recognized expert in the field of human engineering and human development. He is the author of ‘The American Dream from an Indian Heart’ and contributing author to ‘Top Performance’ written by Zig Ziglar. His client list is the who’s who of global enterprise and he has received accolades from some of the most distinguished organizations including, The United States Army, Christian Dior, etc. His current assignments include functioning as Vice President of Consulting and Business Development for Ziglar True Performance and Co-founder of Krish Dhanam Training International.

“Krish beat our expectations” Mark Wyatt, Senior Vice President, U.S. Foodservice

[expand title=”In detail”] Krish Dhanam joined the Zig Ziglar Corporation in the sales department in October of 1991. Through speaking and teaching the timeless principles of its legendary founder Zig Ziglar, Krish soon embarked on a career that has seen him facilitate workshops and conduct seminars all over the world.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Krish’s background, experience and wisdom that comes only by climbing your way to the top, position him perfectly to teach and inspire organizations. He motivates people to have a “can do” attitude and to approach problems proactively from their own initiative. Krish delivers his message of hope, humour and balance worldwide.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Travelling the world Krish inspires and informs his audiences with a fresh perspective, a passionate style, and knowledge beyond his years.[/expand]
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World Renowned Expert on the Subject of Choice, Prominent Social Psychologist & Author of ‘The Art of Choosing’

Sheena Iyengar is a business professor at Columbia University and a leading expert on decision making who studies how people choose (and what makes us think we’re good at it). Being blind has not stopped her from expertly exploring topics such as why choice is powerful and where its power comes from, the ways in which people make choices, the relationship between how we choose and who we are, why we are so often disappointed by our choices, how much control we really have over our everyday choices, how we choose when our options are practically unlimited, whether we should ever let others choose for us, and if so, whom and why.

“Sheena Iyengar explores the cultural, social & biological forces on the complex process of decision-making in deeply personal way

[expand title=”In detail”] When she was three years old, Sheena Iyengar, the daughter of Sikh immigrants from India, was diagnosed with a rare form of retinitis pigmentosa, an inherited disease of retinal degeneration. By 6th grade, she had lost the ability to read, and by 11th grade, she had lost her sight entirely and could only perceive light. She graduated from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in economics and a B.A. in psychology. She then earned her Ph.D. in social psychology from Stanford. Her research has been informing business and consumer-goods marketing since the 1990s.[/expand]

[expand title=”What she offers you”]Sheena Iyengar shares her research in an accessible and charming way that draws examples from her own life. She has taught courses at Columbia Business School to MBAs, Executive MBAs, and Executives, including at the World Economics Forum in Geneva, Switzerland and TEDxEast. Having written for CNN.com, Slate and strategy + business, and been a guest on CNN, CNBC, CBS Sunday Morning News and The Today Show, her high-voltage curiosity and penetrating insights are extremely valuable to anyone wishing to understand choices. She is particularly astute in her globally significant analysis of the striking differences between how Americans and Asians make decisions. Her insights are invaluable not only to businesses looking to improve strategy, leadership and customer relations, but to every individual trying to make positive and lasting changes to his or her life.[/expand]

[expand title=”How she presents”]Sheena Iyengar is an incredibly relaxed and captivating speaker, humorous and deeply insightful, speaking to audiences from a wide range of organizations.[/expand]
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Indian International Cricketing Icon

Sachin Tendulkar is much more than his cricketing genius, the greatness of Sachin Tendulkar lies in his approach towards the game of cricket and the commitment he shows while playing for his country. In terms of his mind-boggling cricketing achievements and the mass adoration he commands all over the world, Sachin is an once-in-a-lifetime cricketer. Apart from his sublime skills, Tendulkar is blessed with a shrewd cricketing brain that helps him achieve a better understanding of the game and come up with his own set of innovations.

“Mentally very strong, Sachin Tendulkar is at his best when confronted by a challenge”

[expand title=”In detail”] Sachin Tendulkar was the first batsman to score 10,000 runs in one-day cricket, making the record in the third game of a five-match series against Australia in 2001. He reached the landmark when he scored 34 runs in his 266th match and 259th innings. He scored a world record 28 hundreds and 50 half-centuries in his 10,000 runs in his amazing 12-year career.[/expand]

[expand title=”What he offers you”]Impressive as his cricketing statistics are they cannot represent the true essence of his genius. Sachin Tendulkar is a true cricketing hero who draws on his experiences as a professional sportsman to demonstrate how teamwork and leadership can lead to success. His up front presentations and lust for life ensure that audiences are left truly entertained.[/expand]

[expand title=”How he presents”]Sachin Tendulkar is a charismatic, humorous and highly respected speaker whose presentations are filled with a plethora of hilarious anecdotes from his impressive career as an international cricketer.[/expand]
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