Costas Markides

"Costas Markides is an expert on creating breakthrough strategies with proven results." Costas Markides is a native of Cyprus. He received his BA (Distinction) and MA in Economics from Boston University and his MBA and DBA from the Harvard Business School. Prior to joining London Business School he has worked as an Associate with the Cyprus Development Bank and as a Research Associate at the Harvard Business School. In 2009 and 2007 Thinkers50, the global ranking of management gurus, placed him among the list of most influential thinkers. His work has been has published in a wide range of journals such as the Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review, Directors & Boards, Long Range Planning, British Journal of Management, Journal of International Business Studies, Strategic Management Journal and the Academy of Management Journal. Costas Markides is a captivating and engaging speaker and he has designed his lectures with just the right blend of humour and useful actionable information. His appearances are consistently well-received making him one of the most sought-after and prized speakers currently available.
What he presents:
His presentations are ideal for decision makers keen to sustain and develop superior competitive performance by implementing and understanding new business strategies.

TOPICS:

Exceeding Clients' Expectations
How to Avoid the Next Financial Crisis
Innovation through Ambidexterity
Creating Radical New Markets
International Competitiveness
Corporate Restructuring
Refocusing and International Acquisitions
The Management of Diversified Firms