Ian Williamson

Ian Williamson

Keynote Speaker: Expert in Human Resource Management; Dean of the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine

Ian Williamson Biography

Ian O. Williamson is the Dean of the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine. Prior to joining the Merage School, he served as the Pro-Vice Chancellor and Dean of the Wellington School of Business and Government at Victoria University of Wellington. He has also served on the faculties of the Melbourne Business School, Rutgers Business School, the Zurich Institute of Business Education, the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, and Institut Teknologi Bandung. He received his Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a bachelor’s degree in business from Miami University).

Williamson is a globally recognized expert in the area of human resource management. His research examines the impact of “talent pipelines” on organizational and community outcomes. In particular, his research focuses on how human and social capital influences firm operational and financial outcomes, talent management in the context of new ventures and growth-oriented firms, the role of human resource practices in driving firm innovation, and the impact of social issues on firm outcomes. Prof. Williamson’s research has been published in several leading academic journals, has won numerous international awards, and has been covered by several leading media outlets across the world.

A passionate educator, Professor Williamson has received several awards for his innovative approaches to business education. In 2019, Williamson was inducted into the Ph.D. Project Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the academy and his efforts to support the success of underrepresented minority scholars.

Williamson has provided consulting services to leading organizations in over 20 countries across six continents in the areas of enhancing organizational innovation, navigating change, managing diverse workforces, and enhancing operational and financial performance. His clients have included firms such as Accenture, ANZ, Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL), BDO, Bunnings, BHP, CBRE Clemenger, CSR, Etihad Airlines, King & Wood Malleson, Kiwi Bank, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Lockheed Martin, Ngāi Tahu Holdings, Nestle, Orang Tua Group, Petronas, SEEK, Sussan Corporation, The Royal Women’s Hospital, Vision Australia and Urbis.

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Ian Williamson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Human Resources, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth and Leadership.

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Ian Williamson generally travels from California, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Ian Williamson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Human Resources, Strategic Leadership and Corporate Strategy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ian Williamson for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ian Williamson generally travels from California, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Johné Battle, Kathi Enderes and Bradley R Staats. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ian Williamson for an upcoming event.

Ian Williamson Videos

Professor Ian Williamson on Addressing the Big Challenges in our ...
Ian Williamson How Business & Society Can Thrive - HCLI Trailblazers
Ian Williamson | WOBI
  • How do I book Ian Williamson to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Ian Williamson, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ian Williamson, 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 Ian Williamson speak about?

    Ian Williamson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Human Resources, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Business, Business Leadership, Business Growth and Leadership.
  • Where does Ian Williamson travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ian Williamson 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 Ian Williamson 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 Ian Williamson 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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