Global Talent Mobility: Talent Matters: How to Win the Race for Talent InMerge 2024 - Video

For decades, talent management has been consistently ranked as one of the most pressing challenges for leaders, and it’s becoming increasingly complex. In this keynote, Patrick Hamilton Walsh, an award-winning author and global thought leader, introduces the 8 A’s of Talent every leader must understand. He reveals why letting go of talent strategically can attract new talent and generate positive PR. Drawing from his experience advising organizations like Apple, Microsoft, Saudi Arabia, and the City of Stockholm, Walsh shares insider strategies for leveraging talent mobility to drive organizational success.

About the Presenter

Speaker Patrick Hamilton Walsh is an acclaimed author, keynote speaker, and international thought leader widely recognized for empowering organizations to unlock the potential of diverse teams. With extensive experience advising global corporations such as Apple, Microsoft, and Nokia, as well as governments around the world, Patrick focuses on leveraging diversity to drive innovation and foster shared success. His unwavering dedication to equal opportunities serves as a cornerstone of his work.

Patrick draws on expertise from his seven academic qualifications, which include training as an Accountant and Tax Lawyer at a prestigious Big 4 firm. This combination of technical knowledge and leadership acumen has established him as a trusted advisor to public and private sector leaders.

Currently based in Stockholm, Patrick helps nations, cities, academic institutions, and businesses attract, retain, and develop global talent. Notably, during his tenure as the Head of Talent for the City of Stockholm, he crafted global talent strategies and guided the city’s pandemic response.

Patrick’s books, Talent Cities: How the Nordics are Winning the War for Talent and A.I. Poverty: Bridging the Gap in a Generative Age, have garnered international acclaim. His latest work, addressing AI’s transformative potential and economic disparities, was translated into Arabic by the UAE Ministry of Education, reaching over 400 million Arabic speakers.

As a speaker, Patrick Hamilton Walsh has captivated audiences at prestigious events such as Slush, Cambridge University, and #MoJoCon. Additionally, his experience as a traveler, with connections in over 150 countries, enriches his global perspective, enabling him to break down complex topics and inspire audiences to drive meaningful change.