Pankaj Ghemawat

Pankaj Ghemawat

Keynote Speaker: Economist, Global Strategy Expert, Director at Stern School

Pankaj Ghemawat Biography

Not only is our world not flat, according to leading economist Pankaj Ghemawat, it’s not nearly as interconnected as most believe. Already renowned for his expertise in the general strategy field, he made his name in global strategy arguing against the popular presumption that globalization has already happened, leveraging extensive research and abundant data to back his theory that national borders still matter – a lot.

In addition to his well-known stance on globalization, Ghemawat is increasingly recognized for his insightful presentations on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and creativity, and their implications for business innovation. Serving as director of the Center for the Globalization of Education and Management at the Stern School of Business at New York University, and as a professor of global management at the same institution and professor of global strategy at IESE Business School in Barcelona, his expertise covers a broad spectrum of pertinent business strategy topics. He delves deeply into the dynamics of competitive strategy, business innovation, and globalization, along with their public policy implications.

His seminal works include his 2007 book, "Redefining Global Strategy" (Harvard Business Review Press, 2007), which challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to globalization, and "World 3.0" (Harvard Business Review Press, 2011), which argues against overstated views of global integration and highlights the missed business opportunities due to such perceptions. "World 3.0" not only received accolades from prominent corporate leaders but also garnered the Thinkers50 Book Award for best business book, the Axiom Business Book Gold Award in the International Business/Globalization category, and the IESE Alumni Research Excellence Award. His earlier books include "Commitment" (Free Press, 1991), "Games Businesses Play" (The MIT Press, 1997), and "Strategy and the Business Landscape" (Prentice Hall, 1999). Ghemawat’s extensive bibliography also encompasses over 100 research articles and a plethora of best-selling teaching cases.

Having previously served on Harvard Business School’s faculty and becoming the youngest person in the school’s history to be appointed a full professor in 1991, Ghemawat's prestigious career also includes a tenure as a consultant for McKinsey. He holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics and a doctorate in business economics from Harvard. His role extends beyond academia into influential think tanks; he is Chairman-Designate of the Strategy Research Foundation, a fellow of the Academy of International Business and the Strategy Management Society, and a former member of the globalization taskforce for the AACSB, where he authored vital recommendations on globalization education. In 2011, he developed the DHL Global Connectedness Index, providing a thorough, country-by-country analysis of global interconnections.

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Pankaj Ghemawat Speaking Topics

Leadership

Innovation

Mathematics

Global Strategy

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Pankaj Ghemawat is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Innovation and Creativity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Pankaj Ghemawat for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Pankaj Ghemawat generally travels from Barcelona, Spain and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Anil Gupta, Geoffrey Moore and Richard Florida. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Pankaj Ghemawat for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/11/2025.

Pankaj Ghemawat Speaking Topics

  • Leadership

  • Innovation

  • Mathematics

  • Global Strategy

Pankaj Ghemawat Videos

Pankaj Ghemawat: Actually, the world isn't flat
  • How do I book Pankaj Ghemawat to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Pankaj Ghemawat, 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 $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Pankaj Ghemawat, 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 Pankaj Ghemawat speak about?

    Pankaj Ghemawat is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Innovation, Creativity, Business Leadership, Leadership, Economy, Strategic Leadership, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
  • Where does Pankaj Ghemawat travel from?

    Pankaj Ghemawat generally travels from Barcelona, Spain and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Pankaj Ghemawat?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Pankaj Ghemawat 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 Pankaj Ghemawat 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 Pankaj Ghemawat 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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