Ann Hiatt is a renowned author, executive consultant, speaker, and investor, known for transforming leadership and innovation in global organizations. With over 15 years in Silicon Valley, she has worked closely with Jeff Bezos at Amazon and Eric Schmidt at Google/Alphabet, contributing directly to high-level decision-making and visionary projects. Beyond her consultancy work, Ann is the author of the best-selling book Bet On Yourself and has gained recognition in international forums for her practical and bold approach to strategic growth and management.
Ann Hiatt’s career began at Amazon, where she reported directly to Jeff Bezos, playing a key role in the company’s strategic operations. She later joined Google, working for over a decade with leaders like Marissa Mayer and Eric Schmidt, contributing to some of the most impactful tech projects of the last decade. Currently, Ann advises executive teams from world-renowned companies such as Netflix, Starbucks, AWS, and Siemens on strategic leadership, innovation, and talent development. Her leadership insights have been published in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and CNBC, and she has served as a guest professor at institutions like Harvard Business School and IE Business School. Her book Bet On Yourself, published in 2021, has become essential reading for professionals aiming to enhance their careers.
In her conferences, Ann Hiatt combines firsthand experiences with global leaders and cutting-edge strategies to deliver highly inspiring and practical talks. With a warm and dynamic style, Ann covers topics like innovation, strategic vision, and professional growth, sharing lessons and proven methods from leading global companies. Her approach empowers attendees to redefine career success, address personal challenges, and make informed decisions for career advancement. High-profile events like SXSW and the Valencia Digital Summit have hosted her presentations, which are widely appreciated for their transformative impact.
Ann Hiatt reveals the keys to innovation from leaders in Silicon Valley, sharing strategies to incorporate disruptive change and innovation practices into any company. Ideal for those seeking to understand the success engines of companies like Amazon and Google.
In this talk, Ann explores adapting and reinventing oneself in changing environments, offering tactics to achieve tangible results even amid uncertainty. A practical guide for professionals and companies in transformation phases.
Ann explains how to apply Google’s 70-20-10 model to foster a culture of innovation, allowing teams to experiment, learn, and effectively scale projects. Perfect for leaders looking to unlock team creativity.
Drawing from her experience with CEOs like Jeff Bezos, Ann addresses the impostor syndrome paradox and how to use it as a tool for personal and professional growth. An inspiring talk for anyone who has faced workplace insecurities.
If you’re looking for an inspiring talk on leadership, innovation, and strategic growth, you can book Ann Hiatt through Thinking Heads. As a leading figure in strategic management and innovation, Ann offers expert insights into the drive of leadership and decision-making in high-impact organizations. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and secure her participation at your next event.
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