Lectures Which Generate Insights and Enrich Lives
Another means of enhancing success is through talks and lectures, which spark discussions on key topics. Universities, conferences, trade associations and community groups have been exceptional venues for sharing ideas and generating insights.
The foundation for these talks is real life experience — both failures and successes— over the past forty years and, more recently, how we were able to achieve success and develop people through Purpose, Culture, Creativity, and Culture.
Featured Lecture Topics
Creativity as a Key Success Factor in Business and in Life
Recent surveys have consistently identified Creativity as an essential success factor in business. Findings that “a creative life is a fulfilled life” reveal a new and interesting path for us. However, we need to begin by properly defining Creativity and how it’s more than being artistic. A fun and sometimes surprising deep dive into Creativity.
Career “Toolbox of the Future”
In a VUCA world, we need to balance our focus between skillset and mindset. The 4 C’s— Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity— are a great foundation for implementing strategies which allow us to be marketable and successful in designing our future.
Essentials of Leadership
Daily, we read and hear of the importance of leadership and stories of outstanding leaders. What are the essentials of good leadership? Are we ready to abandon the “smartest person in the room” and “command and control” behaviors in exchange for developing truly effective leaders? A challenging, important, and inspiring discussion for young professionals and experienced leaders.
Global Marketing
In today’s e-commerce and social media environment, managing and building brands has never been more challenging– or rewarding. Traditional geographic boundaries have been blurred and old segmentation tools no longer relevant. What are the keys to successfully navigating global markets? We will use real experience and lessons shared in recent North American Entry Bootcamps in this talk.
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Insights into Creativity and Innovation are Second to None
I have had the pleasure of working with Jamie in large and small educational settings over the past several years. When we were creating a first-in class, transformative academic experience for each incoming MBA class, Jamie was instrumental in helping bring our ideas to fruition, both as a consultant and as a keynote speaker. His insights into infusing creativity and innovation into the workplace are second to none, and he has been an invaluable educator and mentor to our students. I look forward to more opportunities in the future to collaborate with him!
Wayne Hutchison, Ph.D., Managing Director Full-Time MBA Program Broad College of Business Michigan State University
Strategies to Help Students Think and Act Creatively
Every semester for the past 4 years, Jamie Gallagher has been a guest speaker in my undergraduate course, Imagination and Creativity, in the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University. Bringing his enthusiasm and passion for living the creative life, Jamie always engages and inspires my students to think and act more creatively. Drawing on his experiences as a successful leader, Jamie gives my students strategies for living out their purpose to make a difference in this world. Jamie Gallagher is an extraordinary leader–and person!
Robert J. Bies, PhD, Professor of Management Founder, Executive Master’s in Leadership Program Georgetown University
Leads and Innovates with Integrity
Strong and Supportive Leader
It’s safe to say that I would not be where I am in my career had I not crossed paths with Jamie Gallagher. Everything I know about being a strong, approachable, open-minded, and strategic leader, I trace directly back to my years working with Jamie. He has a unique yet subtle ability of elevating those fortunate enough to have worked for him and with him. His strong and supportive leadership style translates into skills that can be applied to any industry. I’ve managed a successful career out of saying to myself at critical moments, “What would Jamie do?” That philosophy has never steered me wrong.
Vince Santore, SVP of Sales, Schylling Inc.
Captivates and Inspires Students
Jamie provides valuable insights on how businesses can leverage creativity, purpose, culture, and connection to achieve their goals. His knowledge and experience in the creative products arena captivate and inspire MBA students to be effective leaders.
Shon Hiatt, Associate Professor of Business Administration University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business
Instrumental in Growing our Business
Jamie was instrumental in growing our arts/crafts business from a good performer to a great category in Learning Express. His knowledge about our industry coupled with his strong personal listening skills catapulted Faber Castell to our #1 art/craft supplier.
Richard Derr, President Kidspoint, Inc. Franchise Council President Learning Express Toys.
Understands How to Build Long-term Retail Relationships
I’ve worked with Jamie Gallagher for over 30 years. He brings a very diverse set of skills, has a very good understanding of what it takes to make it at retail and build long-term relationships at big box retailers, online and specialty retailers. Big Picture thinker he understands how to develop a product line for the long haul.
John Ptachick, President Ptachick Sales & Consulting
An Extraordinary Leader
Jamie Gallagher is an extraordinary leader & one of the most talented executives I have ever had the privilege of working with during my 40 year career. He has deep experience & expertise in the consumer goods industry and organizations bring him in to identify how to drive high margin revenue growth while delivering long term brand value. In addition to being an exceptional professional, he is well known in the industry as one of the finest people you will ever have the opportunity to meet and work with.
Kerry Phelan, Former President, Global Brand Management, Lionsgate Entertainment
Drives Results, Empowers Teams, Develops Partnerships
Jamie is a strategic business leader that has passion for not only driving results but building a thoughtful partnership with the customer. He developed a relationship and product strategy with our team that was a win-win-win for his sales team, the retailer and the consumer. Jamie’s servant leadership approach with his team empowered them to generate new ideas to grow the business. I consider him a valuable leadership resource and trusted mentor for my own personal development.
Monica Overman, National Account Manager, Naterra International Inc