John Caslione

John Caslione

Keynote Speaker: Global Business Strategy Expert, Founder & CEO of GCS Business Capital, Adjunct Professor

John Caslione Biography

John A. Caslione is recognized as a global business strategy expert and the Founder, President, and CEO of GCS Business Capital, LLC. Based in Chicago, USA, and Frankfurt, Germany, GCS specializes in helping companies of all sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to globalize their business with a special focus on the US, Europe, and China. The firm also represents Chinese businesses and Chinese investors looking to establish new business, make investments in, or acquire businesses in the US and Europe.

John Caslione founded Andrew-Ward International, Inc., which merged into GCS in 2008, focusing on global marketing, sales strategies, and M&A activities. He has implemented business strategies in 88 countries across six continents including high-growth emerging markets in Asia, the Middle East, South America, and Africa. His work spans a diverse range of industries and notable companies such as ABB Semiconductors, Becton-Dickenson Biosciences, and ExxonMobil Chemical Films.

An Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business and a guest lecturer at institutions like Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and IMD in Lausanne, Switzerland, he is a respected educator in global business strategies. Caslione is also a prolific author, with books such as "CHAOTICS: The Business of Managing and Marketing in The Age of Turbulence" co-authored with Philip Kotler, and published in 65 countries and 30 languages. His book "Global Manifest Destiny: Growing Your Business In A Borderless Economy" is highly regarded, having been featured by Harvard Business School’s “HBS Working Knowledge” for four consecutive years.

Caslione is a notable keynote speaker, addressing critical aspects of globalization and business expansion into foreign markets, with a focus on emerging high-growth markets. He offers keen insights into navigating business strategies during turbulent economic times and emphasizes the importance of understanding consumerism in Asia and other emerging markets to leverage new business opportunities. He travels from Illinois to speak at various international conferences and global business forums.

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John Caslione is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, International Business, Business Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Finance, World Affairs, Marketing, Economy and Leadership.

Where does John Caslione travel from?

John Caslione generally travels from Illinois, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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John Caslione is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Sales and International Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Caslione for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. John Caslione generally travels from Illinois, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Todd Buchholz, Anil Gupta and Geoff Colvin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Caslione for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.
  • How do I book John Caslione to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like John Caslione 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 John Caslione, 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 John Caslione or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book John Caslione for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for John Caslione, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Caslione, 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 John Caslione speak about?

    John Caslione is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, International Business, Business Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Finance, World Affairs, Marketing, Economy and Leadership.
  • Where does John Caslione travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Caslione 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 John Caslione 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 John Caslione 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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