Lou Gerstner Biography

Lou Gerstner, as chairman and CEO of IBM, led one of the most spectacular turnarounds in business history. He turned IBM, a firm whose very survival was in doubt in 1993, into one of the most vibrant, customer-focused, and value-driven organizations in the world, using his unrivaled business acumen. Gerstner's speeches are clear and no-nonsense, emphasizing the necessity of making wise decisions and working harder than your peers to achieve ahead. Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?, Gerstner's latest bestseller, chronicles his IBM experiences and the lessons he acquired over the course of more than 30 years in business. Gerstner, one of the most renowned individuals in business, became chairman of The Carlyle Group in 2003. He has established a Commission on Teaching to assist tackle America's increasing education issue. He has always advocated for the significance of great education. Prior to joining IBM, he was chairman and CEO of RJR Nabisco, Inc. for four years, an executive at American Express for 11 years, and a director at McKinsey & Company. Lou Gerstner discusses the specifics of the turnaround and provides his views on the wider lessons of his experience and three decades managing big global organizations and brands, based on his expertise guiding IBM's financial, competitive, and cultural change.

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