Felix Oberholzer-Gee

Felix Oberholzer-Gee

Keynote Speaker: Business Strategy Expert & Harvard Business School Professor; Author of "Better, Simpler Strategy"; Co-Host of TED Podcast "After Hours"

Felix Oberholzer-Gee Biography

Felix Oberholzer-Gee is the Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration in the Strategy Unit at Harvard Business School. He earned a master's degree and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Zurich. Oberholzer-Gee began his academic career at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, before joining Harvard Business School. Prior to academia, he served as managing director of Symo Electronics, a Swiss-based process control company, providing him with experience in both business leadership and academic research.

Oberholzer-Gee's research and consulting focus on competitive strategy and the impact of digital technology on corporate performance. His work has appeared in peer-reviewed journals such as American Economic Review, Journal of Political Economy, Journal of Financial Economics, and Journal of Law & Economics. In collaboration with Koleman Strumpf, Oberholzer-Gee co-authored the paper "The Effect of File Sharing on Record Sales: An Empirical Analysis," which examined the relationship between music file sharing and CD sales, influencing discussions in the music industry.

He is the author of "Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance," recognized by Forbes as one of the "10 Best Business Books of 2021." The book outlines how firms can use willingness-to-pay and willingness-to-sell to assess and improve strategy and operations, introducing the Value Stick as a practical tool for leaders. "Better, Simpler Strategy" draws from Oberholzer-Gee's courses at Harvard Business School and features examples from various industries.

Oberholzer-Gee teaches competitive strategy in executive education programs, including the Program for Leadership Development, the Senior Executive Program for China, and Effective Strategies for Media Companies. He has held leadership roles at Harvard Business School, including chair of the MBA program and senior associate dean for global research centers. Oberholzer-Gee has received awards for teaching excellence, such as the Harvard Business School Class of 2006 Faculty Teaching Award and the Helen Kardon Moss Anvil Award at Wharton.

Outside the classroom, Oberholzer-Gee co-hosts the TED podcast "After Hours" with Youngme Moon and Mihir A. Desai. The podcast explores current events at the intersection of business and culture, offering analysis informed by the hosts' expertise in business strategy and economics. Through teaching, writing, and podcasting, Oberholzer-Gee provides insights on strategy, digital transformation, and leadership to a broad audience.

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Felix Oberholzer-Gee Videos

Simplifying strategy for the better: interview with Felix Oberholzer-Gee
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Felix Oberholzer-Gee - Better, Simpler Strategy - YouTube

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Felix Oberholzer-Gee is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy and Economy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Felix Oberholzer-Gee for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Felix Oberholzer-Gee generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Andrew Busch, Anil Gupta and Peter Zeihan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Felix Oberholzer-Gee for an upcoming event.

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Felix Oberholzer-Gee Videos

Simplifying strategy for the better: interview with Felix Oberholzer-Gee
HBS Professor Felix Oberholzer-Gee on "Better, Simpler Strategy ...
Felix Oberholzer-Gee - Better, Simpler Strategy - YouTube
Digital Transformation Strategy Based on Value - Felix Oberholzer ...
  • How do I book Felix Oberholzer-Gee to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Felix Oberholzer-Gee 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 Felix Oberholzer-Gee, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Felix Oberholzer-Gee or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Felix Oberholzer-Gee for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Felix Oberholzer-Gee, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Felix Oberholzer-Gee are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Felix Oberholzer-Gee, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Felix Oberholzer-Gee speak about?

  • Where does Felix Oberholzer-Gee travel from?

    Felix Oberholzer-Gee generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Felix Oberholzer-Gee?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Felix Oberholzer-Gee 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Felix Oberholzer-Gee 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 Felix Oberholzer-Gee 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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