In a world that is more interconnected than ever, global leadership is no longer optional—it’s essential. Leaders must navigate cultural differences, build inclusive teams, and adapt to rapid economic and social change, all while staying grounded in their values.
Our Global Leadership keynote speakers inspire audiences to think beyond borders and embrace the opportunities and challenges of leading in a global context. From cross-cultural collaboration and diversity to sustainability, empathy, and international business strategy, these speakers provide insights that help leaders succeed on the world stage.
“True leadership is about connection—when we recognize our shared humanity across cultures, we unlock the power to lead with empathy and authenticity.” – Chris Bashinelli, global explorer & keynote speaker
Why Book a Global Leadership Speaker?
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Lead Across Borders – Develop the skills to build trust and collaboration in multicultural environments.
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Adapt to Global Trends – Understand how economics, technology, and cultural shifts impact leadership worldwide.
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Inspire Inclusive Leadership – Learn how empathy and cultural awareness fuel stronger, more diverse teams.
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Strengthen Organizational Agility – Gain strategies to lead confidently through uncertainty and global disruption.
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Expand Global Mindset – Empower leaders to see challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.
From executives leading multinational corporations to changemakers driving social impact, our global leadership speakers share compelling stories and practical tools to help audiences embrace a borderless vision of leadership.
Book a Global Leadership Keynote Speaker Today
Prepare your leaders and teams to thrive in a connected world. Contact us now to book a keynote speaker on global leadership who will inspire empathy, adaptability, and vision for the future.
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Yassmin Abdel-Magied
- Founder and Chair of an organisation based in Australia, Youth Without Borders
- 2015 Queensland Young Australian of the Year
- Named Australia’s most influential Young Woman and engineer
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From
United Kingdom
Isabel Aguilera
- Former President of General Electric, Spain and Portugal
- Former Managing Director of Google, Spain and Portugal
- Top 50 Most Influence Speakers
Travels From
Spain
Carlos Alvarado Quesada
- 48th President of the Republic of Costa Rica
- Widely praised for his innovative approach to sustainable energy
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$15,000 - $20,000
Travels From
Costa Rica
Scott Amyx
- Managing Partner at Astor Perkins
- Voted the Most Influential Leader in Smart Cities and IoT and awarded the 50 Most Impactful Smart Cities Leaders by World CSR Congress
- Tribeca Disruptor Foundation Fellow, presented in collaboration by the Tribeca Film Festival and Harvard Business School
- Singularity University/ Smart City Accelerator Mentor
Travels From
New York
Chris Bashinelli
- Expert on “Trust” & National Geographic Explorer who Teaches a Revolutionary Framework for Forging Lifelong Connections with Colleagues and Clients
- United Nations Emcee & Interactive Speaker who delivers High-energy, Customized Keynotes that equip Top Performers to better lead their teams
- Actor from “The Sopranos” (HBO) who brings audiences on a Global Adventure, coupled with Stunning Video Footage and Thought-Provoking Exercises
- TV Host & Entrepreneur who Inspires Audiences to Action through Experiential Learning with Clear, Practical Takeaways
In Person-Fee:
$15,000 - $20,000
Virtual Fee:
$15,000 - $20,000
Travels From
New York
Stacie Berdan
- Consultant and Expert on Women and International Careers
Travels From
Connecticut
Lisa Bodell
- Futurist And Founder Of FutureThink – The World’s Largest Source Of Simplification & Innovation
- 2x Bestselling Author: Why Simple Wins And Kill The Company
- Helps Companies Elevate Performance While Also Improving 'The People Metrics'
In Person-Fee:
$30,000 - $50,000
Virtual Fee:
$30,000 - $50,000
Travels From
New York
Anthony Bourke
- Founder & CEO, Mach 2 Consulting
- Decorated Fighter Pilot and Award-Winning Business Leader
- Combines technical knowledge and business expertise to drive results
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From
Utah
Richard Branson
- Founder and President, Virgin Group
- Global Entrepreneur, Adventurer and Philanthropist
- Holds the records for the fastest ever Atlantic Ocean crossing, a series of hot air balloon journeys and kitesurfing across the Channel
Travels From
California
Adam Braun
- Renowned Leadership & Innovation Speaker
- 3X Award-Winning Entrepreneur, New York Times Bestseller
- Business Insider 40 Under 40, Wired's 50 People Who Will Change the World
- Authentic, Powerful Storyteller With Actionable Lessons
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From
New York
Kevin Briggs
- "Guardian of the Golden Gate"
- Former California Highway Patrol Officer
- 2013 recipient of the ASIS International Outstanding Officer Award, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Public Service Award, Heroes Award, given by the Northern California Association of Public Safety Communications Officials International
In Person-Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Virtual Fee:
$7,500 - $10,000
Travels From
California
Harry Broadman
- CEO and Managing Partner of Proa Global Partners LLC
- Former U.S. Assistant Trade Representative & Chief of Staff, President’s Council of Economic Advisors
- Author of Three Best-Selling Books on Foreign Policy & the Global Economy
Travels From
District of Columbia
Gregg Brown
- Award Winning Thought Leader on and Building Future Ready Cultures, Change and the Future of Work
In Person-Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Virtual Fee:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From
Canada
Nicholas Burns
- Former U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs
- Former U.S. Ambassador to Greece and NATO
- Former White House Special Assistant and Current Harvard Professor
Travels From
Massachusetts
Daniel Burrus
- Global Technology Futurist, Business Strategist, Bestselling Author, and Disruptive Innovation Expert
Travels From
Wisconsin
Steve Cadigan
- First Ever CHRO at LinkedIn
- Founder of Cadigan Talent Ventures
- Future of Work Thought Leader
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$15,000 - $20,000
Travels From
California
Susan Cain
- Bestselling Author, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking
- Lecturer and Expert on Leadership and Innovation
- TED Talk has been viewed over 30 million times
- Her latest masterpiece, Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole, debuted #1 on the NYT Bestsellers List
Travels From
New York
Ram Charan
- World-Renowned Business Advisor
- Execution Expert
- Best Selling Author
Travels From
Texas
Geoff Colvin
- Fortune Senior Editor-At-Large.
- Reports for Fortune on the Infotech Revolution, Leadership, Business Strategy, Global Business, Government Regulation, Competition, The Economy, Worker/Workforce Issues, and Related Topics.
- Author of Three Bestselling Books – Humans Are Underrated, Talent Is Overrated, and The Upside Of The Downturn.
- Since 1995, Host of Regular Business Insights on The CBS Radio Network with 7 Million Listeners.
- Unpacks What Top Leaders Are Thinking, Seeing, and Doing to Win in Spite of Relentless Technological, Competitive, Economic, and Workplace Change.
In Person-Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Virtual Fee:
$20,000 - $30,000
Travels From
Connecticut
Amy Cuddy
- Social Psychologist, Award-Winning Harvard Lecturer, and Bestselling Author
- "Trust is the conduit of influence; it's the medium through which ideas travel."
Travels From
California
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