Biography
of Trendwatcher Adjiedj Bakas
‘If you can’t laugh, don’t start a business’
is the motto of trendwatcher Adjiedj
Bakas (b.1963). Identifying economic,
technological, demographic, environmental,
spiritual and security trends has been
his core business throughout his working
life. He is of Indian origin, was born
and raised in Latin-America and has
lived in Europe for more than 28 years.
In The Netherlands where he currently
lives, he was elected ‘Immigrant Businessman
of the Year’ in 2008 and ‘Trendwatcher
of the Year’ in 2009. He has sold more
than 500,000 books worldwide and was
one of the first commentators to predict
the current economic crisis – and the
path to recovery.
Adjiedj Bakas has written a number of
authoritative books, including Beyond
the Crisis (about the future of capitalism),
World Megatrends (about the future of
humanity) and Living Without Oil (co-authored
with fellow trendwatcher Rob Creemers).
All his books are currently being translated
into Chinese. Professor Wang Jianmao,
one of China’s leading economists and
economic consultant to the central government
in Beijing has said: ‘His books may
change your life.’
Adjiedj Bakas is known as an exciting,
stimulating, expert, humorous, visionary
and entertaining speaker. His ability
to share his knowledge in an entertaining
way makes him a much sought-after speaker
at conferences and other gatherings.
According to the press he is 'optimistic'
(CNN), ‘engaging’ (BBC), ‘inspiring’
(The Guardian), ‘very knowledgeable
and with star appeal’ (China Daily)
and 'provocative' (TV2 Magazine, Denmark).
He delivers lectures for companies,
governments and universities including
CEIBS (China Europe International Business
School) in Shanghai and Emory University,
Atlanta (US). He can tailor his lectures
for small audiences, such as the Boards
of multinationals (clients include DSM,
Corus/Tata, ABN AMRO Bank, ING Bank
and Rabobank), audiences of 50-100 people
(clients include Deloitte, Apple, Microsoft,
Pepsi, KPMG, the Parliaments of Hungary,
the government of Austria) and larger
audiences of up to 1,000 people. In
The Netherlands he hosts his own TV
show about the future which will soon
be broadcast in China.
His lecture themes include:
* How to capitalize on the opportunities
of the current world economic crisis.
* How companies can make the best use
of ‘economic warfare’ in difficult financial
situations.
* Leadership in the transfer to the
new energy economy.
* What to do when too many people want
too much.
* Demographics and their consequences
for business.
* Leadership for tomorrow.
* Ethics and business spirituality.
With roots in three continents Adjiedj
Bakas has a unique style and identity
which blends Indian, European and Latino
influences. He has been described as
‘a true citizen of the world’ (Times
of India). He is widely travelled and
erudite and combines expertise and knowledge
with a strong sense of humour. He is
a passionate art collector. |
