Premiere Speakers Bureau

Reviews

"Here it is ten days later and I am still energized by your presentation. How the heck do you do that on a regular basis? What kind of vitamins are you taking? I think you could tell by the extended ovation that you were well received by the footwear executives."

Barbara Singer, Vice President of Communications Footwear Industries of America

"Ira has a unique knack for engaging an audience. And while the audience is engaged, he educates them. One thing you can be guaranteed with Ira is that you never know what he's going to do next. He is an incredibly dynamic and knowledgeable speaker."

Chuck O'Dell, Division President Marriott

"You have single-handedly given this course a distinctive image on campus. 'Is Ira coming this year?', is the familiar phrase. You belong in the classroom. As a business executive, you play an extraordinary role in bridging the gap between the campus and the world of work."

Dr. John W. Allen, Professor Michigan State University

Books

Speech Topics

Strength In Numbers (Strategic Alliances)

Call it business development synergies, joint ventures, partnering, or strategic alliances... there is truly strength-in-numbers! This highly interactive keynote educates and motivates companies of all sizes (entrepreneurial, second tier, mid-size, multi-national) on the importance, power and viability of alliances. After all, we are fast-moving into 'The Age of Collaboration.'

Change Is Inevitable - Growth Is Optional

There is one constant in life (and business)... change! Change is not new. What is new is the incredible speed of change. Industries, companies and careers have gone from 'distinction' to 'extinction' because of their inability to adapt, adjust and master change. This session offers a high-content, high-energy, 'hands-on' approach to embracing as well as capitalizing on change in business building.

Brand-Building for Your Future

Products are consumed. Brands are purchased. In our branded world, we make Xerox copies, blow our nose in Kleenex, snack on Jell-O, relax in the Jacuzzi and cover wounds with Band-Aids. From Nike on our hats to Tommy on our shirts to Swatch on our watches and Starbucks in our cups, branding is critical to business development. This session focuses on the philosophy, strategy, guiding principles and 'best practices' to create, build, maintain and manage brand success.

Myths and Misses In Marketing (Business Development)

This energetic speech (and workshop) focuses on challenging conventional wisdom. Targeting the fourteen greatest 'myths' in marketing (i.e., 'Bigger Is Better,' 'Close Enough Is Good Enough,' 'The First One In Wins,' 'It Won't Happen Here,' etc.), participants learn from history (the 'misses') and gain a well-defined understanding of 'the compelling imperatives' for success in a complex, highly competitive business climate.