Stéphane GarelliDistinguished Authority on Global Competitiveness and International Economics

Professor Stéphane Garelli is a world-renowned expert on economic competitiveness, holding professorships at both the Institute for Management Development and the University of Lausanne. As the founder and Director of the World Competitiveness Centre, he explores the complex dynamics that allow nations and corporations to thrive within international markets. His analysis encompasses a broad spectrum of critical factors, including infrastructure, technological advancement, and shifting demographic trends, offering a comprehensive view of the global economic landscape. His distinguished career includes high-level leadership roles such as the Managing Director of the World Economic Forum and the Davos Symposium. Within the private sector, he has served as Chairman of Sandoz Banking Holdings and as a senior advisor to Hewlett-Packard Europe. Currently the chairman of the Swiss newspaper Le Temps, he also contributes his expertise to the International Olympic Committee's commission on Sustainability and Legacy. Professor Garelli is a member of the Royal Society and the China Enterprise Management Association, reflecting his international reach and influence. An accomplished author of works such as Top Class Competitors, his briefings provide a sophisticated understanding of market volatility, emerging business models, and consumer behaviour. Organisations engage Professor Garelli for his ability to translate intricate economic data into a compelling narrative that helps leaders navigate the challenges of modern globalisation. On stage, Stéphane Garelli is best known for talks on Global Competitiveness, International Markets, Economic Analysis and Globalisation. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Business & Consulting and Finance & Economics, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Stéphane Garelli is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in Switzerland, Stéphane Garelli travels internationally for engagements and can present in French as well as English. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Stéphane Garelli would approach your audience.