world-recognized speaker on global business, competitive strategies, and the latest economic trends
John Manzella
John Manzella is a world-recognized author and speaker on global business, competitive strategies, and the latest economic trends. His valuable insight, analysis and strategic direction have been vital to many of the world's largest corporations and associations preparing for the business, economic ...
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About John Manzella
John Manzella is a world-recognized author and speaker on global business, competitive strategies, and the latest economic trends. His valuable insight, analysis and strategic direction have been vital to many of the world’s largest corporations and associations preparing for the business, economic and political challenges ahead.
John has written hundreds of articles and several books, including Global America: Understanding Global and Economic Trends and How To Ensure Competitiveness, Grasping Globalization: Its Impact and Your Corporate Response, and Mexico & NAFTA: The Real Impact. His op-eds have been nationally syndicated and his views have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Bloomberg, NPR, Xinhua (China), La Jornada (Mexico) and Lianhe Zaobao (Singapore). Additionally, he is a contributing writer for American City Business Journals, owner of 43 metropolitan weekly publications.
John also is founder of the ManzellaReport.com, a premier source for global business and economic news and analysis, and Manzella Trade Communications Inc., a public affairs, publishing and consulting firm with a focus on global business and today’s leading economic issues. Additionally, he is chair of the Upstate New York District Export Council, a position appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Northeast Regional Legislative Coordinator for the National Association of District Export Councils, and former President and CEO of World Trade Center BN.
Economic Forecast, Emerging Risks and Survival Strategies
New drivers of growth, the Trump effect, advancements in manufacturing, the skills deficit, consumer confidence, demographic shifts, the energy revolution, free trade, globalization, shifting investment trends, automation, backshoring, a more aggressive China, and European disunion are impacting growth and corporate performance. This thought-provoking program provides analysis to better understand what has occurred, and peers into the chain reactions of whats unfolding so managers can make better-informed decisions, improve competitiveness, and develop more successful business strategies.
Economic Trends, Critical Issues and the Trump Effect
Economic trends, critical issues, and policy positions advanced by President Trump are impacting the U.S. and world economy, international business, the labor force, manufacturing, and corporate competitiveness. Combined with Brexit, new destructive technologies, the American energy revolution, China rising, and greater levels of volatility, these issues are shaping our future. What does this mean to the United States and your business? This invaluable program answers many questions, reveals global dangers, forecasts whats ahead, and provides analysis to help business professionals reduce risks.
The Trump Revolution: Realities and Ripple Effect
New risks and opportunities are forcing companies to reassess trading relationships, investments, site selection decisions, and backshoring options. Plus, heightened levels of uncertainty and possible impeachment are adding greater volatility. This engaging program analyzes the positions of President Trump with a focus on economic growth, international trade, corporate taxes, protectionism, NAFTA, China, and immigration, and provides insight on connections between political dysfunction, globalization, Brexit, and automation. Additionally, this program offers strategies to better navigate the waters ahead.
Global Trends, China and Preparing for Whats Ahead
Hyper international competition and new destructive technologies are forcing companies to delve deeper into their core competencies and become more innovative, retain new talent, and expand internationally. Yet, volatility, shifting demographics, emerging risks, and a more aggressive China add complexity. This stimulating and insightful program separates myth from reality, analyzes the Chinese political, economic and business landscape, provides a world economic outlook, reveals global trends, and offers strategies to help companies succeed in todays fast-changing international environment.
Specialist Subjects
Delony Langer-Anderson
''3M recently had the privilege of hiring Gijs van Wulfen to present a 90 minute lecture on the topic of 'how to start innovation'. Gijs was an informed and engaging speaker. His story telling style built an immediate friendly relationship with the audience. His knowledge and experience on the subject of starting large new projects inside a corporate structure was evident. At times he referenced his book The Innovation Expedition but at no time during the talk did it feel like we were getting a pushy sales pitch for a product (his book) or his service (training in the FORTH methodology). Over 300 people from across 3M attended his talk and we have received nothing but positive feedback and requests for access to the recording of the lecture. Please allow me to share some direct feedback from people who attended the talk.
- ''Watched this webstream this morning 'The Innovation Expedition-FORTH Method'. It's worth the watch if you missed it. I found his rule #2 'You can invent alone but you can't innovate alone' to be very true here at 3M''
- ''Love the Q&A at the end discussing emotional vs. rational needs.''
- ''When the webstream becomes available I think you would like this presentation''
- '' I liked how frank he was on many topics''
- '' Colorful, entertaining, practical, engaging and inspiring. Great Event''
I woul recommend Gijs as a speaker for any company that is working to establish, improve or reignite an innovation culture. I personally found Gijs to be easy to work with and a pleaasure to host.''
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Hampton Dowling
“John has a rare gift; that of converting complexities of today's dramatically changing world economy into digestible parts the business audience can understand—and apply. As Chair of Virginia's Committee on International Trade, I can say John's keynote address to the Commonwealth's World Trade Conference was energetic, offered comprehensive insight, and a balanced forecast of variables the audience was then empowered to consider during coming months of changing public policies, trade negotiations and tax reforms. John's on-spot, with skillful contribution to economic discourse. Well done.”
Carig Addington
“We have scheduled John to present to several of our clients. He provides useful, intelligent and insightful economic and policy information. And it’s delivered in a way that shows the impact to business and is understandable. Members have enjoyed John's material and have indicated that they would like to hear more. I encourage other organizations to schedule John to present at their meetings; your members will find value in the presentation.”
Peter Mack
“John Manzella has been providing great information and insights on global trends to our employees and customers. One hundred percent of attendees rated his sessions "Excellent" (79%) or "Very good" (21%). Fifth Third Bank is thrilled to work with John for our international thought leadership efforts.”
Catherine Dumont
“John is an extremely insightful and dynamic speaker. He eloquently provided his thought leadership around current economic and global trends in a way that truly resonated with the audience. It was a privilege and an honor to have John as our guest speaker.”
Tricia Gabberty
“John's recent presentation provided valuable insights into understanding global economic trends in the US. He takes a complex topic and articulates it in a format that is engaging and easy to follow.”