Anil Gupta

Anil Gupta

Keynote Speaker: Leading Expert on Strategy, Globalization & Emerging Markets

Anil Gupta Biography

Professor Anil K. Gupta is the Michael Dingman Chair and Professor in Strategy and Globalization at the Smith School of Business, The University of Maryland at College Park. He earned a Ph.D. from Harvard University, an M.B.A. from the Indian Institute of Management, and a B.Tech. from the Indian Institute of Technology. He has also served as a Chaired Professor at INSEAD and as a Visiting Professor at Stanford University, Dartmouth College, and Tsinghua University (China).

Dr. Gupta is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading experts on strategy and globalization. Ranked by Thinkers50 as one of the world’s “most influential living management thinkers,” he has been inducted as a member of the Thinkers50 2024 Hall of Fame. He has been named by The Economist as one of the world's "superstars" in a cover story on "Innovation in Emerging Economies." He is the author of several acclaimed books including "The Quest for Global Dominance," "Getting China and India Right," and "The Silk Road Rediscovered" as well as over 70 highly cited papers in academic journals. He also serves as an active keynote speaker, adviser, and/or board member for a number of Global Fortune 500 companies as well as venture capital backed technology ventures and accelerators in the US, China, and India.

Dr. Gupta is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Expert Network. He has been a regular participant at the World Economic Forum’s annual summit in Davos and the regional summits in China, India, and the Middle East. He is also a member of The Bretton Woods Committee set up by the World Bank and IMF to advise them on solutions to global challenges. He is one of only 3 professors in the world to have been elected by his peers as a Lifetime Fellow of the three most prestigious bodies in the field – Academy of Management, Strategic Management Society, and Academy of International Business, with a combined membership of over 25,000 scholars worldwide.

Dr. Gupta writes often for the Harvard Business Review as well as op-eds and columns for The Wall Street Journal and Chief Executive Magazine and is a frequent guest on top-tier media such as CNBC, Bloomberg TV, and CGTN.

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Anil Gupta Speaking Topics

Getting China and India Right.

Based on solid data and rich examples, Gupta illustrates that China and India are the only two countries in the world that simultaneously constitute four game-changing realities: mega-markets for almost every product and service, platforms to dramatically reduce a company’s global cost structure, platforms to significantly boost a company’s global technology and innovation base, and springboards for the emergence of new fearsome global competitors. This talk outlines how companies can leverage the market and the resource opportunities presented by the China and India phenomenon to achieve global dominance within their particular industries.

Global Trends and Game Changers.

Anil Gupta outlines the biggest global trends and game changers of the next decade and what they mean to you. By 2025, emerging economies like China and India will grow from 1/3 of the global GDP to about half. China will have caught up to the U.S. in terms of economy, and India, will be the third largest in the world. This growth will not always be even, though, or evenly distributed. Gupta looks at the coming two-speed economy and outlines the factors that will shape global business and the world – diverging demographics, stressed natural resources, and empowered individuals. In a multi-polar business world, what are the ramifications for multinational organizations? Who thrives in this new environment? Based on solid data and rich examples, he shares insights on the business world in 2025 and helps audiences navigate – and succeed in – the shifts ahead.

Leveraging Synergies Across Businesses

Capturing synergies across businesses is one of the hardest tasks for most CEOs.

Gupta shares insights from his research and consulting experience about why most companies talk incessantly about the benefits of synergy but find it very hard to actually realize these benefits. He talks about how companies can sidestep three common pitfalls in the pursuit of synergies: assuming that just because two businesses have something in common, there must be synergies; ignoring the possibility that alliances between independent companies may sometimes be more effective and efficient than internal coordination between peer business units; and, looking only at the potential benefits while ignoring the costs associated with trying to realize synergies.

Cultivating A Global Mindset

Individuals differ in how they sense and interpret the world around them. So do organizations. And, these differences matter.

Gupta shares his insights about why far too many companies are blind to the ongoing transformation of the global economy and the real opportunities and challenges resulting from this transformation. He offers concrete guidelines that individuals and companies can use to develop a global mindset. The development of a global mindset requires not only an openness to and knowledge of diversity across cultures and markets but also the ability to integrate across this diversity.

Building and Exploiting Global Presence

The Quest for Global Dominance: Transforming Global Presence Into Global Competitive Advantage

Gupta talks about the key questions that business leaders must address in order to develop winning strategies to go global and to transform global presence into global advantage. He offers conceptual frameworks that executives can use to answer these questions and illustrates these frameworks with compelling examples.

Anil Gupta Videos

Anil Gupta at Davos 2019 - on Globalization 4.0

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How much does it cost to book Anil Gupta for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Anil Gupta, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Anil Gupta are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Anil Gupta, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Anil Gupta speak about?

Anil Gupta is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Economy, Journalism, Authors, Innovation, Business Leadership, Creativity, Political, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Government, Environment, Diversity & Inclusion, World Affairs, Corporate Strategy, International Business, Disruptive Thinking, Strategic Leadership and Culture.

Where does Anil Gupta travel from?

Anil Gupta generally travels from Maryland, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Anil Gupta?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Anil Gupta for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Anil Gupta for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Anil Gupta or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Anil Gupta is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Economy and Journalism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Anil Gupta for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Anil Gupta generally travels from Maryland, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Schenker, Joseph Stiglitz and Todd Buchholz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Anil Gupta for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/09/2024.

Anil Gupta Speaking Topics

  • Getting China and India Right.

    Based on solid data and rich examples, Gupta illustrates that China and India are the only two countries in the world that simultaneously constitute four game-changing realities: mega-markets for almost every product and service, platforms to dramatically reduce a company’s global cost structure, platforms to significantly boost a company’s global technology and innovation base, and springboards for the emergence of new fearsome global competitors. This talk outlines how companies can leverage the market and the resource opportunities presented by the China and India phenomenon to achieve global dominance within their particular industries.

  • Global Trends and Game Changers.

    Anil Gupta outlines the biggest global trends and game changers of the next decade and what they mean to you. By 2025, emerging economies like China and India will grow from 1/3 of the global GDP to about half. China will have caught up to the U.S. in terms of economy, and India, will be the third largest in the world. This growth will not always be even, though, or evenly distributed. Gupta looks at the coming two-speed economy and outlines the factors that will shape global business and the world – diverging demographics, stressed natural resources, and empowered individuals. In a multi-polar business world, what are the ramifications for multinational organizations? Who thrives in this new environment? Based on solid data and rich examples, he shares insights on the business world in 2025 and helps audiences navigate – and succeed in – the shifts ahead.

  • Leveraging Synergies Across Businesses

    Capturing synergies across businesses is one of the hardest tasks for most CEOs.

    Gupta shares insights from his research and consulting experience about why most companies talk incessantly about the benefits of synergy but find it very hard to actually realize these benefits. He talks about how companies can sidestep three common pitfalls in the pursuit of synergies: assuming that just because two businesses have something in common, there must be synergies; ignoring the possibility that alliances between independent companies may sometimes be more effective and efficient than internal coordination between peer business units; and, looking only at the potential benefits while ignoring the costs associated with trying to realize synergies.

  • Cultivating A Global Mindset

    Individuals differ in how they sense and interpret the world around them. So do organizations. And, these differences matter.

    Gupta shares his insights about why far too many companies are blind to the ongoing transformation of the global economy and the real opportunities and challenges resulting from this transformation. He offers concrete guidelines that individuals and companies can use to develop a global mindset. The development of a global mindset requires not only an openness to and knowledge of diversity across cultures and markets but also the ability to integrate across this diversity.

  • Building and Exploiting Global Presence

    The Quest for Global Dominance: Transforming Global Presence Into Global Competitive Advantage

    Gupta talks about the key questions that business leaders must address in order to develop winning strategies to go global and to transform global presence into global advantage. He offers conceptual frameworks that executives can use to answer these questions and illustrates these frameworks with compelling examples.

Anil Gupta Videos

Anil Gupta at Davos 2019 - on Globalization 4.0
  • How do I book Anil Gupta to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Anil Gupta for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Anil Gupta, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Anil Gupta or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Anil Gupta for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Anil Gupta, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Anil Gupta are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Anil Gupta, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Anil Gupta speak about?

  • Where does Anil Gupta travel from?

    Anil Gupta generally travels from Maryland, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Anil Gupta?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Anil Gupta for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Anil Gupta for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Anil Gupta or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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