Monthly Archives: August 2016

Alec Ross’ The Industries of The Future shortlisted for Wirtschaftsbuchpreises

Aug 31, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Exciting news came our way that Alec Ross‘ brilliant, highly-acclaimed book ‘The Industries of The Future’ has won a spot on the shortlist for Germany’s prestigious Wirtschaftsbuchpreises 2016! Handelsblatt announced the shortlist on August 11th. This illustrious prize recognises the best book in the business and economic categories. As Hillary Clinton’s Senior Advisor for Innovation, Alec …

Posted in Speakers We Admire, Business & Entrepreneurs, Technology & Innovation, Growth Markets | Tags:Alec Ross, The Industries of The Future, Book Prize

Ed Balls used a war game to test plans prior to the financial crash

Aug 30, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Today The Times published an extract of Ed Balls’ soon-to-be-published memoir, Speaking Out: Lessons in Life and Politics, where he recounts playing a war game with Mervyn King and Callum McCarthy to test their strategy for a financial crisis. Interesting to note that this game was played only a few short months before the collapse …

Posted in Speakers We Admire, International Affairs & Security, Politics & Government, Global Economy & Finance | Tags:John Hulsman, Memoir, War games, Ed balls, The times

Chartwell Events: How to think about technology with Sumit Paul-Choudhury

Aug 30, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Recently, we were lucky enough to host a fascinating session with the New Scientist’s editor-in-chief, Sumit Paul-Choudhury on the big trends shaping how we think and deal with technology and its ever increasing impact on our lives, jobs and existence. Sumit’s talk spanned the bredth and depth of technology’s ‘hot topics’ from artificial intelligence, self-driving …

Posted in Speakers We Admire, Technology & Innovation, History, Culture & Literature, Energy & Resources, Management & Human Resources | Tags:Robotics, Social Media, Self-Driving Cars, New Scientist, Sumit Paul-Choudhury

Keynote Speakers | In The News (Aug 26th)

Aug 26, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Happy Friday! In the news this week, our top keynote speakers are writing and making headlines in respected and international media. For booking enquiries, or more about these talented thought-leaders, send us a quick email for their speaking topics, expertise and latest availability. Here are the top stories we recommend this week:   Nouriel Roubini …

Posted in Speakers We Admire, Politics & Government, Environment & Sustainability, Female Speakers, Global Health & Population | Tags:Fawaz Gerges, Nouriel Roubini, Lewis Pugh, Joseph Stiglitz, Nerina Ramlakhan, Leta Hong Fincher, Brian Forde

Dr Scilla Elworthy in discussion with His Holiness the Dalai Lama on September 11

Aug 25, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Expert on non-violence and three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Dr. Scilla Elworthy will be in discussion with His Holiness the Dalai Lama as part of the “Power & Care” conference on September 11th in a session entitled, ‘Personal Committment and Global Responsibility’ at the Bozar Centre for Fine Arts in Brussels. Power and Care is …

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New Speaker: Mina Guli, CEO of Thirst, ultra-athlete and global leader

Aug 25, 2016

by Raleigh Addington

Thrilled to announce that we are now working with Mina Guli, CEO of Thirst and co-founder of Peony Capital, for speaking opportunities worldwide. Mina is a global leader, entrepreneur and adventurer passionate and committed to making a difference in the world. Following a 15-year successful career as a world leader in climate change, Mina has …

Posted in Speakers We Admire, Business & Entrepreneurs, Sport & Adventure, Energy & Resources, Environment & Sustainability, Female Speakers, Global Health & Population, Ethics & Philanthropy | Tags:Mina Guli, Thirst, Peony Capital, ultra-athlete, new speaker