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2008 Speeches (8 results)
Argentina MONDAY 27th
OCTOBER 2008


EXPOMANAGEMENT, BUENOS AIRES
Extraordinary upheavals throw up extraordinary risks, problems and, of course, opportunities. In Kevin Roberts’ recent address at the Expomanagment conference in Buenos Aires, he talks about creativity, optimism, and Argentina’s role in the new world of ideas.
United States THURSDAY 23rd
OCTOBER 2008


SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY, NEW YORK
Kevin Roberts' lecture at Syracuse University looks at the concept of brand loyalty, the importance of positive attitudes and the meaning of True Blue. Kevin explains that "these are times for emotional toughness. We have to push new limits and conjure new positions that take our emotions to places they haven’t been before."
United Kingdom THURSDAY 2nd
OCTOBER 2008


INSIDERS CREATIVE FORUM, MANCHESTER
Some of the most innovative ideas are generated during tough times. Kevin Roberts Presentation at the Insider's Creative Forum in Manchester, focuses on five ideas to help transform MediaCity UK into a Lovemark and a creative hub. Kevin reiterates the importance of the creative community as a powerful tool against the current economic slowdown.
United States WEDNESDAY 17th
SEPTEMBER 2008


NEW YORK, USA

Sports is the greatest show on Earth. It has the power to unite nations. This speech presented at the 6th Annual Relay Worldwide Sports Sponsorship Symposium highlights how brands can become Lovemarks. Kevin talks about the need for brands to connect individually with fans, and stresses how fundamental such loyalty is to sports.

New Zealand (Aotearoa) TUESDAY 22nd
JULY 2008


AUCKLAND
We're moving from limits to possibilities. This speech from the AUT - Idealog Innovation Series highlights how FREDA can transform companies, even in difficult times. Kevin talks about his experiences with Toyota, as well as his thoughts on the foundations and tactics for success and growth.
United Kingdom WEDNESDAY 30th
APRIL 2008


ROYAL ALBERT HALL, LONDON
Advertising is all around us, in our homes, at our work, in the magazines we read and the programs we watch. This speech from The Institute of Directors Annual Convention highlights how advertising plays an essential part in any company looking to develop and grow, as well as Kevin's thoughts on the future of advertising and how it is set to become increasingly individually focused.
United Arab Emirates THURSDAY 24th
APRIL 2008


DUBAI
Roberts believes we need to reinvent the advertising industry to win in the 21st century. In this address to Dubai advertisers and marketers, he looks far beyond the horizon and shares his ideas on how to deliver transformation. A passionate advocate of consumers, ideas and creativity, he champions the idea of Lovemarks as the future beyond brands and beyond advertising.
United Kingdom SUNDAY 20th
JANUARY 2008


LANCASTER, UK
A speech to the UK State Boarding School Association outlining challenges and ideas to take the industry from being Liked to Loved. This presentation illustrates the path to becoming a Lovemark with mystery, sensuality, intimacy and sisomo and looks at creating Peak Performing schools with dreams, inspirers and flow.