Keynotes by Dr. Karen Wendt

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Change Leadership: Rabbit holes or Elephants in the Room

Managing change effectively necessitates strong leadership that can both initiate and maintain the process. This article proposes an integrative approach to change leadership, outlining its key dimensions and demands.

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From the Margins to the Mainstream: Sustainable Finance, Impact Investing & Green Economy

In recent years, the focus of investors has shifted significantly. While once the primary concern was risk-adjusted returns, Sustainability has now become a prominent consideration in mainstream investing. This shift is evident in various approaches, ranging from smart beta strategies to norms-based screening, inclusion of environmental and social governance criteria, and calculations regarding carbon risk.

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Change Management: EQ versus IQ: Translating Change into organizational commitment

Instill a sense of urgency while anchoring stability during periods of transition. Explore strategies for fostering positive momentum and aligning teams effectively. Delve into the essence of a robust change management process and strategies for surmounting obstacles.

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Business Foresight Leverage Points & Digital Transformation: The 7 Qualities of a Digital Leader

Ignite your vision and strategic approach towards digital transformation. Drawing insights from diverse future scenarios and digitalization trends, Karen illustrates the process of shaping these scenarios into compelling visions and strategies. Have you explored leverage point analysis to navigate your strategic choices effectively?

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From Green and Black Swans: Using Leverage Point Analysis for implementing Sustainability.

From Risk Management to Seizing Opportunities: Integrating leverage point analysis with forward-looking strategies, driving actionable business solutions that foster sustainability, compliance with global standards, and risk mitigation. Converting uncertainty into early business advantages.

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Impacts of the EU Action Plan for Business Owners & Asset Managers

Introducing the EU Action Plan, EU Taxonomy, and the New Green Deal: Exploring the Decision Agenda, Identifying Quick Wins, and Key Leverage Points. Merging Effective Leadership with Change Management for Sustainable Transformation.

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Antifragility: How diversity helps creating it

Especially during times of crisis, it is crucial for leadership to adopt a multifaceted approach to fortify their position, navigate through challenges, and potentially emerge even stronger.

The notion of antifragility, coined by Professor Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of "The Black Swan," underscores the capacity to not just withstand failure, but to thrive amidst adversity. Unlike resilience, which focuses on bouncing back from setbacks, antifragility encompasses the ability to resist failure and flourish despite stressors, shocks, volatility, and other disruptive factors. This concept becomes particularly pertinent in environments characterized by unpredictability and instability, where traditional notions of risk management fall short.

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The Fifths Discipline: The art of Open Banking & Open Finance

Discover the pathway to cultivating smarter banking through leveraging economic ecosystems. Develop customer-centric solutions and advocate for customer needs, ushering in a tide of innovation within the industry. Additionally, as guidelines, governance, and compliance requirements continue to expand, it's crucial to adapt accordingly.

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The Four Insights to Exponential Leadership: Leadership & Sustainability in the Board Room

The four principles of the Exponential Leadership Framework elucidate the assets and attributes of the organization, paving the way for future adaptability and strategic vision to facilitate effective organizational transformation.

My name is Karen Wendt. I am a dedicated speaker, trainer and advisor

Do you need sustainable innovation in your company?
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