Jim McNerney
Drive innovation and operational excellence with W. James "Jim" McNerney Jr., speaker, former Chairman, President, and CEO of The Boeing Company.
Chicago
Enquire Now
Send us your event details
.svg){kind=icon}
W. James McNerney Jr., commonly known as Jim McNerney, is a business executive with a wealth of experience in leading some of the world's most prominent companies. As the former Chairman, President, and CEO of The Boeing Company from 2005 to 2015, Jim played a pivotal role in steering the company through a decade of significant growth and transformation. His leadership was instrumental in advancing Boeing's commercial and defence sectors, solidifying its position as a global aerospace leader. Jim's career is marked by his strategic acumen and commitment to operational excellence. Before his tenure at Boeing, he held key leadership roles at General Electric and 3M, where he honed his skills in corporate strategy and innovation. His ability to navigate complex business environments and drive organisational success has made him a sought-after speaker on topics such as leadership, innovation, and global business practices. Throughout his career, Jim has faced and overcome numerous challenges, demonstrating resilience and adaptability. His approach to leadership is characterised by a focus on fostering innovation and maintaining a competitive edge in rapidly changing markets. This perspective has not only benefited the companies he has led but also provided valuable insights to audiences worldwide. Jim's contributions to the business world have been recognised through various accolades and honours. His expertise and insights continue to influence current and future leaders, making his perspectives highly relevant in today's dynamic business landscape. Whether discussing the intricacies of corporate strategy or the importance of innovation, Jim McNerney offers a wealth of knowledge and experience that resonates with audiences seeking to understand the complexities of global business.
Book Jim McNerney for unparalleled insights into leadership, innovation, and global business practices, drawn from his transformative tenure at Boeing and leadership roles at GE and 3M. Inspire your team with his expertise in corporate strategy and operational excellence.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Innovation is more critical than ever to succeeding in business, as globalization and digitization now offsets many other competitive advantages such as cost, capacity and supply-chain availability. Done right, innovation drives customer success and loyalty and financial success. But Jim mcnerney believes innovation has to be more actively managed than any other activity, needs support and funding through step function changes in productivity in the business base, and when done successfully, is the primary reason “the best of the best” will want to join your company. Using his history of executive leadership at The Boeing Company, 3M and GE, mcnerney explores the intersection of innovation, leadership and global competition, and the pitfalls that can occur when too much innovation happens too fast—or when innovation’s pace does not meet market or competitive requirements.
A shared culture and value system is vital to a company’s longevity, but how can leaders drive change when a company’s culture is off course? Jim McNerney believes focusing on leadership development and values, while aggressively addressing bureaucratic insularity, is critical when addressing dysfunctional cultures. Sharing stories from his executive roles at The Boeing Company, 3M and GE, mcnerney explores the “hands-on, one-conference-room-at-a-time” approach he took to drive culture change and strategies around the use of both bottom-up and top-down leadership approaches.
Jim McNerney shares technology, leadership, and business transformation insights from Boeing leadership. Talks are customized for relevance and impact.
.svg)
Book
.svg)
.svg)
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about booking an expert speaker, facilitator, host or entertainment for your event.
- If you'd like to book one of our expert speakers, email us at hello@peptalk.com, send us a chat message or give us a call, and we’ll help you out.
- We’ll take your event details — topic, audience, budget, date, and location — and create a custom speaker proposal for you within 48 hours.
- If you already have someone in mind, that’s okay too; just let us know their name! Even if they aren't listed publicly on our website, we have a huge network and work with almost everyone.
- Once you've reviewed our speaker propsal and have selected and expert shortlist, we'll double check availability and fees with your chosen expert.
- You're welcome to have a chemistry call with the speaker before making the final decision, too.
- Next, we'll send out contracts to confirm the booking. One of our experienced event producers will liase with both you and the talent on the finer details, and arrange travel if necessary, taking the stress off your plate.
Not necessarily. While the speakers listed on our website may not have worked with PepTalk in the past, they are recognized professionals in the industry and known to engage in similar events and engagements. We work with a wide variety of speaker agents and talent agencies to ensure we have the best selection of speakers, hosts, comedians and entertainers available.
We do not accommodate requests for birthday messages or any other personal, non-commercial contact with the speakers, comedians or entertainers.
We work with speakers across a variety of fee ranges, giving you the flexibility to choose someone who fits your event's needs. Virtual keynote fees in the UK and Europe typically start at £2,000, while in-person top-tier speakers can reach £25,000. In the US, virtual in-person fees range from $5,000 to over $100,000, depending on the speaker and format, such as after-dinner talks, conference keynotes, Q&As, or podcasts. Comedians generally start at £1,500 or $2,000 for a 20-minute set.
Our goal is to help you find the speaker who best matches your event’s goals and budget. We take the time to understand your event, objectives, and audience to recommend the right fit. The most expensive option isn’t always the best one, and our priority is finding the ideal speaker or expert for your needs; not the highest-priced one.
Reach out for personalised recommendations and detailed information on specific speaker fees. We’re here to offer a tailored service and are always happy to discuss your unique requirements!
There’s no additional cost for our services beyond the speaker fee — simply contact us to find the right speaker for your next business or team event. We can also work with your corporate procurement team to negotiate favourable long-term rates, simply email hello@getapeptalk.com for more information.
Partnering with PepTalk means elevating your events with our curated roster of top motivational speakers, industry experts, delivering punchy keynotes that leave a lasting impact. From talent selection, to contracts and logistics, we handle it all. We have global expert network, with over 3000 speakers from over 33 countries on our line-up.
We also provide a full range of talent, from event hosts and moderators to interviewers and corporate entertainment, ensuring your event’s success from start to finish.
PepTalk workshops are interactive learning experiences for leaders at all levels, blending theory with practical insights from industry experts. These programs, led by experienced facilitators, are designed to drive real mindset changes and equip participants with actionable skills. Workshops can be customised to meet your organisation's specific needs. Explore our workshop examples and contact us today to learn how your team can benefit.
If you notice something that needs attention or have any queries regarding an expert speaker profile, feel free to email us at experts@getapeptalk.com, and we’ll be happy to assist.