Noreena Hertz

One of the world’s leading thinkers

Named by The Observer as “one of the world’s leading thinkers” and by Vogue as “one of the world’s most inspiring women,” economist Noreena Hertz is a bestselling author, board member and keynote speaker.

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"I have received incredibly strong feedback about your session. It was thought provoking, engaging and got people talking afterwards."

Freshfields Leadership Summit

"Thank you very much for such a great presentation. The feedback from the audience was outstanding. Folks felt the discussion was extremely relevant to what is top of mind for their businesses and that your talk not only gave them much food for thought but also much inspiration."

BMC Software Executive Council

"Your speech has thoroughly captured the global audience and kindled something deep within us."

Vatech

"Your contribution played a big role in making the Forum a success by providing interesting content for our guests."

UBS

"Noreena! the presentation was absolutely perfect, breathtaking"

KES Brazil

"Most highly rated speaker by our clients in 20 years."

Swedbank

"Thank you for an excellent, lucid and fresh talk at the WIRED event. You were a hit."

WIRED 2011 Conference

"Thank you for your outstanding opening address… Your intervention and the ensuing 'Questions and Answers' set the appropriate tone for the day … the executives present found your contribution both challenging and stimulating. Your description of the challenges that we face as an iconic global company set the scene and created an atmosphere ripe for the harvesting of new ideas… many thanks for your willingness to share your ideas with us."

McDonalds Europe, Brussels

"Having heard you speak yesterday there is no doubt in anyone's mind that you are the 'shining light of your generation'. Your knowledge and erudite speaking around such a relevant and pertinent topic set the tone for the whole event. The feedback has been tremendous, thank you so much for making it such a success."

The Big Lottery Fund

"Noreena was excellent at our event yesterday evening. I've received many comments from employees and colleagues about how insightful she was – drawing from examples that really helped stretch our employees' thinking and challenge what we perceive doing the right thing to mean…definitely delighted with our choice."

RBS, London

"Thank you for doing a fantastic job. The feedback on you has been all positive. We so much appreciated how much time you put into understanding who we are and coming prepared. Both the session and breakout were wonderful and I am not obligated to say that, I promise."

GS1, 40th Anniversary Event, Los Angeles

"Professor Hertz' contribution touched all the participants. Professor Hertz makes every single person feel his or her responsibility towards this world and give everybody the energy and belief they can contribute to a more sustainable future. We've received many very positive responses on her contribution and it has been a pleasure and honour working with her."

Green Spring Festival (Neprom), Rotterdam

"I very much enjoyed your speech today, which was the highlight of the CFO conference. Really inspirational."

Dirk Kahal,

CFO,

Lidl

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Noreena Hertz's 2023 biography

Her best-selling books, The Silent Takeover, The Debt Threat and Eyes Wide Open are published in more than twenty countries. Her latest book is the international bestseller The Lonely Century – A Call to Reconnect, which was chosen by The Daily Telegraph, Wired, and El Mundo, amongst other publications, as a Book of the Year.

As a global economist, whose work intersects the nexus of economics, technology, politics and society – and a pioneering and renowned thinker on ESG, the post-millennial generation and community building – Noreena also advises some of the largest organizations and most senior leaders in the world on strategy and transformation.

She sits on the boards of Nasdaq-listed companies Mattel and Warner Music Group and also the board of the HR Tech Company, Workhuman. She has served on Citigroup’s Politics and Economics Global Advisory Board, the Inclusive Capitalism Taskforce’s Advisory Group, and RWE’s Digital Transformation Board, and her thinking served as the inspiration for Bono’s Product ‘Red’.

As a visionary thinker, Noreena is also frequently sought after as a Keynote Speaker and has given keynote speeches at TED, The World Economic Forum in Davos and Google Zeitgeist as well as for leading global corporations, sharing platforms with such luminaries as President Bill Clinton, Professor Stephen Hawking and David Beckham amongst others. Her opinion pieces have appeared in publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Financial Times, Die Zeit, El Pais, and The South China Morning Post.

Noreena also makes frequent television appearances around the world including on flagship television shows such as CBS’ This Morning, BBC’s Question Time, NHK’s Global Debate. She has created and hosted four television documentaries; hosted her own show on the US’ largest radio network Sirius XM, and served as the economics editor for the UK’s leading commercial television network, ITV.

Noreena has a PhD from Cambridge University and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Having spent 10 years at the University of Cambridge, in 2014 she moved to University College London where she is an Honorary Professor at the Institute for Global Prosperity.

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Noreena Hertz's 2023 talks & topics

AI: BEYOND THE HYPE, HOW ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WITH IMPACT BUSINESS AND SOCIETY - AND HOW BEST TO PREPARE FOR IT

In this thought-provoking and informative talk, Professor Noreena Hertz will delve deep into the fascinating world of AI and explore its profound impact on both business and society. As AI continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, it has become more than just a buzzword; it has become a game-changer that transforms industries and reshapes our lives.

Professor Hertz will demystify the myths surrounding AI and highlight its practical applications across various sectors. From enhancing customer experiences through personalised recommendations to revolutionising supply chains with predictive analytics, attendees will gain invaluable insights into the real-world implications of AI on business operations.

Moreover, as AI becomes increasingly integrated into our lives, we must consider the broader societal implication. Professor Hertz will address key questions concerning AI’s ethical use, data privacy and potential impact on the workforce. Rather than fearing the rise of AI, we will explore how to harness its potential for positive change while minimising risks.

Professor Hertz will provide actionable strategies for businesses and individuals alike. Participants will learn about upskilling opportunities, fostering a culture of innovation and utilising AI responsibly to drive sustainable growth.

Join us for this captivating journey beyond the AI hype and discover how this transformative technology can shape a better future for businesses, communities and society as a whole. Together, let’s embrace the possibilities AI offers and build a solid foundation for a successful and inclusive AI-driven world.

GENERATION K: HOW TO MANAGE, RETAIN AND INSPIRE YOUR YOUNGEST CADRE OF EMPLOYEES AND CONSUMERS

You may know all about millennials by now. But what about what comes next?

Based on her 5 years of cutting-edge proprietary research on 15-25 year olds, Professor Noreena Hertz shares deep insights into who this generation are, what they care about, how they behave, what they want, how they work, and how they consume. Shaped not only by technology, but also the worst recession in decades – as well as a world of heightened existential threat – this generation is manifestly different to those that came before including the older millennials.

Whether you are an employer, marketer, or politician – if you want to future proof your organisation and offerings, it’s essential you get to grips with Generation K.

HOW TO MAKE SMART DECISIONS IN COMPLEX TIMES

Inflation at a forty year high. Interest rates rising. Dark clouds over the economy. Meanwhile the march of technology ever faster and geopolitical and political tensions continuing to rise.

Now more than ever making the right strategic decisions is crucial. But how to make smart decisions in a time as uncertain and complex as this? A time of political upheaval and economic downturn, technological shits, and significant societal change.

Combining economic analysis with insights from psychology, neuroscience, sociology and history, as well as research from her latest books The Lonely Century and Eyes Wide Open, Professor Noreena Hertz, in this fascinating speech, helps C-Suite executives think strategically about how to navigate the next eighteen months with agility, innovation and success.

THE LONELY CENTURY: HOW TO RECONNECT

40 percent of office workers globally feel lonely. One in five do not have a single friend at work.

This is not just a problem for individuals, it’s also exacting a significant business cost. The lonely are less productive, efficient and motivated than their non-lonely colleagues and significantly more likely to quit.

At a time of hiring challenges, when productivity needs to be on the rise, understanding how to make your workplace feel connected and your employees feel more bonded to each other, is crucial.

Meanwhile your customers are lonely too – especially now post pandemic. With one in five millennials without a single friend, and one in four people feeling lonely, if you can authentically speak to this fundamental human need for togetherness and belonging you will reap a significant dividend.

Noreena Hertz, author of the international bestseller, The Lonely Century

– Adam Grant’s ‘New Leadership Books of 2021 list
– Best Reads from Financial Times
– ‘Top 5 Books of the Year 2020’ by Daily Telegraph
– One of Wired UK’s best Science and Tech books in 2020
– A Book of the Year by Waterstones

In a thought-provoking and inspiring keynote speech helps audiences understand why this is the Loneliest Century on record, why it matters to business, and what leaders can do to redesign their workplace and offerings so as to authentically deliver community and connection.

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