Boris Groysberg Speaking Fee: $50,000 to $75,000

Boris Groysberg is the Richard P. Chapman Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Born on December 4, 1971, he earned his Bachelor of Science from New York University's Stern School of Business in 1994 and his Doctor of Business Administration from Harvard Business School in 2002. Before joining Harvard, Groysberg began his career at IBM, which laid the foundation for his deep interest in human capital management. At Harvard, he teaches courses on talent management and leadership in both MBA and Executive Education programs. His research explores how organizations can achieve sustainable competitive advantages by effectively engaging employees in strategy implementation. In 2012, Groysberg published "Chasing Stars: The Myth of Talent and the Portability of Performance," which examines the challenges firms face when hiring star performers. He also co-authored "Talk, Inc.: How Trusted Leaders Use Conversation to Power Their Organizations" and "Wall Street Research: Past, Present, and Future," further establishing his expertise in business strategy and human capital management. Beyond academia, Groysberg serves as a partner at Five Sigma, a growth fund specializing in global EdTech investments. His role involves identifying and investing in promising opportunities at the intersection of education and technology. He has also served on the board of First Republic Bank, contributing his expertise to the financial sector. Recognized for his contributions to the field, Groysberg has been listed twice in the HRTech Top 100 Influencers (2019 and 2020). In 2016, he was inducted as a fellow into the National Academy of Human Resources, underscoring his impact on human capital research and practice.