Alan Parisse - "Humor, history, and homespun
philosophy were my youthful passions. Practicality intervened, resulting in 20
exciting years in the investment business, first as an investment banker and
then as a marketing executive. When the opportunity arose for a new career as a
speaker and writer, I embraced it as a way to combine all my talents and
interests, and to pass on what I have learned."
This former career investment executive and marketing
professional has a unique ability to assist companies in placing their
organizational problems in historical and philosophical context. Alan Parisse
demonstrates that many of the challenges companies are really facing are human
issues posing as organizational concerns. In the face of overwhelming
technological advance and global market fluctuations, agility is essential.
Companies are often stunned by the challenges of today's business environment.
After walking away from a speech by Alan Parisse, audiences are inspired to
apply new ways of thinking, being, and acting.
In July 2001, the National Speakers Association honored Alan
Parisse by inducting him into their Hall of Fame. Before he started speaking
professionally, Alan Parisse, MBA, CSP, CPAE, had an impressive career in the
investment business as a senior executive with Oppenheimer and other national
investment firms.
Now Alan Parisse works with a wide range of organizations,
many of them undergoing major transitions. He develops a high level of rapport
and credibility with audiences, enabling him to deliver substantive,
provocative, and sometimes uncomfortable information in a way that not only
challenges, but also inspires and entertains.
Alan Parisse has been a guest lecturer at Stanford and
Wharton. He holds a BS from the University of Buffalo, an MBA from the
University of Arizona, and is a Certified Speaking Professional.
The author of numerous articles, four technical books, and
several audio programs, Alan Parisse is currently writing a book about the
paradoxes of our times. His ideas have been cited in many business journals,
including The Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Barron's, and Executive
Excellence.
