Most keynotes tell you the world is changing. This one tells you what to do about it.

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3x CEO | Marketing Professor | Keynote Speaker | Advisor | Author

A trailblazing keynote speaker

Drawing on 25 years in business, three CEO tenures, and advisory work with more than 250 companies, Giuseppe Stigliano helps leaders make sense of disruption, understand what their organizations can sustain, and identify where to act first. Combining academic rigor with hands-on executive experience, he turns complex transformations into strategic clarity and actionable perspectives.

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Speaking topics

01

Decoding Disruption

How to Redesign Competitive Advantage When Nothing Stays Still.

Business strategy, competitive advantage, organizational change and leadership decisions.

02

Intelligently Artificial Leadership

Leading People and Organizations in the Age of AI.

AI, human judgement, digital labour and the changing role of leaders.

03

The Future of Commerce & Customer Value

Rethinking How Businesses Create, Deliver and Capture Value.

Customer behaviour, agentic commerce, retail transformation and emerging business models.

04

Business Longevity

Building Organizations That Thrive in Uncertainty.

Renewal, strategic agility, organizational relevance and long-term competitiveness.

Recognized by Thinkers50 as “one of the most inspiring global leaders whose ideas are set to make a significant impact on management thinking.”

“Giuseppe is undoubtedly one of the world’s leading voices in helping business leaders decode disruption.”

Philip Kotler

Distinguished Professor of International Marketing
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University

Testimonials

Clients’ success is my best testament

Giuseppe was an outstanding keynote speaker at the World Retail Congress in Paris. His presentation was not only inspiring but also galvanised the entire audience. Giuseppe’s deep insights and engaging delivery resonated profoundly, earning him top rankings among the speakers.

Ian McGarrigle

Chairman at World Retail Congress

Dr. Stigliano is one of the most up-to-date professionals I know, combining his extensive knowledge and focus with engaging oratory skills. Once he starts speaking, phones are only used to film what he says, and everyone (including other speakers) remains focused until his talk ends.

Lucia Marcuzzo

MD Europe at Levi Strauss & Co.

As a keynote speaker, Giuseppe demonstrated remarkable expertise and added significant value to the event. His insightful perspectives and engaging presentation style not only inspired the audience but also provided original views that fostered constructive debates. I highly recommend Giuseppe to any company looking for an inspiring keynote speaker.

Nikos Koumettis

President of Europe at The Coca-Cola Company

Giuseppe’s drive, passion, and dynamism make him one of the best corporate keynote speakers I have encountered. His engaging style and deep knowledge of digital and retail practices distinguished him at the conference. He is an invaluable mentor for any customer-centric digital transformation initiatives.

Andrea Baldo

CEO at Mulberry.

Giuseppe was the keynote speaker at the ABRAS conference in September 2024, captivating an audience of over a thousand food retail professionals. He emphasized the importance of understanding consumers deeply, underscoring that supermarkets are not just selling products but creating meaningful experiences. His talk left a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.

João Galassi

President at ABRAS

Giuseppe’s passion and impeccable professionalism make him a standout speaker and a reference point in the industry. His approachable and easygoing manner enables him to connect deeply with his audience, making complex topics accessible and engaging.

Simona Zanette

CEO at Hearst Digital SA.

Giuseppe’s speech at our yearly plenary session was absolutely inspiring. Tasked with exploring customer trends, he shared valuable insights rooted in his vast experience and unique perspective. His enthusiasm, irony, and passion resonated deeply with the audience.

Massimiliano Di Silvestre

President & CEO at BMW Italy

I’ve worked with Giuseppe Stigliano on multiple occasions as both a thought leader and keynote speaker. He brings deep insights into marketing, leadership, and transformation, making complex ideas accessible and inspiring action. I highly recommend him.

Vasiliki Petrou

Group CEO of Unilever Prestige

We had the pleasure of hosting Giuseppe at our annual convention, where he engaged our tenants and partners with insightful perspectives on marketing, leadership, and transformation. His compelling talk left a lasting impression on our employees, sparking meaningful conversations. Giuseppe’s blend of academic research and real-world experience makes him an impactful speaker.

Cem Eric

CEO ESAS Properties

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Disruption is not a verdict.
It is a set of options.
Our job is to identify the ones your balance sheet, your team, and your customers can support.

A Renowned Thought Leader

Giuseppe is a unique blend of CEO and PhD, with two decades of experience as a global executive, top business school professor and keynote speaker.

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Most keynotes tell you the world is changing. This one tells you what to do about it.

A trailblazing keynote speaker

Speaking topics

Decoding Disruption

Intelligently Artificial Leadership

The Future of Commerce & Customer Value

Business Longevity

Recognized by Thinkers50 as “one of the most inspiring global leaders whose ideas are set to make a significant impact on management thinking.”

Philip Kotler

Clients’ success is my best testament

A bestselling author

Disruption is not a verdict.It is a set of options.Our job is to identify the ones your balance sheet, your team, and your customers can support.

Giuseppe is a unique blend of CEO and PhD, with two decades of experience as a global executive, top business school professor and keynote speaker.

Disruption is not a verdict.
It is a set of options.
Our job is to identify the ones your balance sheet, your team, and your customers can support.