Greatly admired for his personal integrity, charisma, leadership and outstanding oratory qualities, he is one of the most requested political speakers across the globe.
Joschka Fischer was both German Foreign Secretary and Vice Chancellor from 1998 until 2005 and a leading political figure and expert in current affairs and crisis management.
Joschka Fischer was elected to the German Bundestag in 1983 and held one of the first Green Party seats in the governing body. In 1985 he became the Minister for the Environment and Energy in Hesse, becoming the first Green Party politician to hold government office. Upon this appointment he was the first German Green to assume a government post. From 1987 to 1991, Fischer served in various capacities in the Hessian State Assembly. He was Hessian Minister for the Environment, Energy and Federal Affairs from 1991 to 1994. In 1994 Fischer entered federal politics and became co-chairman of the Greens Party’s federal parliamentary faction. Fischer belonged to the realist camp of the party and personified a maverick form of European left politics – at once principled, pragmatic, pro-American and strongly pro-EU.
Joschka Fischer has been one of the most influential leaders of the German Green Party. Having moved the Green Party to the political centre, he formed a coalition with Gerhard Schröder’s Social Democrats in the 1998 federal election. Chancellor Schröder named Fischer as foreign minister and vice chancellor to the cabinet. As foreign minister, he stood against German popular opinion and faced down the majority of Green Party members who opposed German military participation in the Kosovo campaign, arguing against pacifism in the face of genocide and ethnic cleansing. But, as the Iraq war loomed, he clashed memorably with US defense secretary Donald Rumsfeld and positioned himself as one of the few outspoken critics of the Iraq invasion of 2003.
During his seven-year tenure as foreign minister, he was arguably the most popular politician in his nation and one of the most…
An Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at the London Business School, where he speaks, teaches and consults on topics of influence, negotiations and decision-making.
Baroness Karren Brady CBE is a leading British businesswoman, entrepreneur and television personality. Renowned for her sharp business acumen and dynamic leadership, she inspires audiences with powerful lessons on ambition, resilience and turning challenges into success in competitive, high-pressure industries.
The President of the European Athletics Coaches Association, a Member of the IAAF Coaches Commission, as well as Chair (and architect) of the IAAF Academy.
Ken Hughes is internationally renowned as one of the world’s leading authorities on how and why people buy. A leading consumer behaviouralist, he helps the biggest blue-chip brands decode consumer values, build customer connection and design customer experience that moves the needle. He blends data with story so teams can create change in real life, not just in theory.
Peter Fisk is a global business thought leader, bestselling author, and advisor on strategy, innovation, and leadership. He helps organisations harness creativity, reimagine their markets, and embrace sustainable growth, blending practical experience with inspiring insights from the world’s most innovative companies.
Dive into political science and global politics with Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group and a leading expert in the field. Known for making complex international issues easy to understand, he offers clear, independent insights into global risks and their impact on the economy.
Thought leader in Employer Branding, Talent Strategy, Multigenerational Workforce, Asian Talent Market and Future of Work Strategic Advisor.
Dr Maha Hosain Aziz is an NYU professor, bestselling author, award-winning cartoonist, and World Economic Forum expert. She helps people navigate global risks and constant shocks. Through her in-person speaking engagements, she connects with corporate audiences worldwide, breaking down complex issues. Even Nouriel Roubini has called her a “global thinker to watch”—a big deal in a male-dominated space.
When Mike Abrashoff took charge of the USS Benfold, he was the most junior officer in the Pacific Fleet, and the ship was one of the worst performers. Fast forward a year, and that very ship had risen to become the Navy’s best without swapping out the crew. What Michael Abrashoff achieved with the USS Benfold highlights issues that many organisations wrestle with. That’s why his story has been featured in publications like The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, he inspires others with his approach to leadership and organisational change. Book Mike for an event or workshop today.
When corporate leaders seek to dismantle team silos, accelerate innovation, and drive exponential growth, they turn to Erica Dhawan. A globally recognised expert on teamwork and collaboration, Erica equips organisations with transformative strategies to foster trust, adapt to digital shifts, and achieve outstanding results.
