Alex Edmans bridges academic rigor with practical business insights as a Professor of Finance at London Business School and Emeritus Professor at Gresham College. His expertise lies in demonstrating how purpose-driven business strategies create sustainable financial value.
Alex's credentials include authoring the award-winning book "Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit" and his recent release "May Contain Lies." His TED talks have garnered over 2.8 million views, while his research appears in prestigious publications like the American Economic Review and Journal of Finance.
With experience spanning Morgan Stanley, Wharton School, and as Academic Director of the LBS Centre for Corporate Governance, Alex helps organizations navigate the false dichotomy between profit and purpose. He provides evidence-based frameworks that enable companies to implement responsible business practices that enhance long-term shareholder value rather than sacrificing it.
Audiences gain practical strategies for measuring and communicating genuine corporate purpose, tools to evaluate the true impact of ESG initiatives beyond superficial metrics, and methods to align stakeholder interests with sustainable financial performance.
Book Alex for transformative insights that challenge conventional thinking and equip leaders to build businesses that succeed by creating value for all stakeholders.
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What topics does Alex Edmans specialise in?
Alex Edmans specialises in talking about corporate finance, responsible business, behavioral finance and more.
What is Alex Edmans's speaking style like?
Alex delivers insightful lectures with clarity and passion, engaging audiences through his expertise in finance and corporate governance. His approachable style makes complex topics accessible and relatable. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Alex Edmans offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Alex Edmans offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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