Yael Geffen, the dynamic CEO and shareholder of Sotheby’s International Realty, South Africa, stands at the forefront of the country’s real estate landscape. Born into a legacy of property excellence established by her grandmother, Aida, Yael has redefined leadership in the industry with her innovative strategies and global expertise.
Combining the wisdom of a storied family business with cutting-edge marketing and brand-building techniques, Yael is celebrated for her ability to transform challenges into opportunities, making her a sought-after keynote speaker and thought leader.
Before joining the family business in 2009, Yael honed her craft in the United States, gaining invaluable experience in real estate marketing, brand development, and business innovation. Her international perspective and deep understanding of market dynamics make her insights compelling and actionable for audiences seeking inspiration and guidance in navigating today’s complex business environment.
Yael Geffen’s professional journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and adaptability. Raised in a family renowned for its contributions to South Africa’s property market, she inherited a passion for real estate and a commitment to excellence. Her grandmother, Aida, laid the foundation of the Geffen dynasty, instilling values that continue to guide Yael’s approach to business and leadership.
Her career began with a global outlook. In the United States, Yael immersed herself in the nuances of real estate marketing, mastering techniques that would later shape her transformative leadership style. From brand building to business development, she acquired a wealth of knowledge that she seamlessly integrated into the South African market upon her return. Joining Sotheby’s International Realty in 2009, Yael quickly distinguished herself as a forward-thinking leader, driving innovation and setting new benchmarks for excellence.
Under her stewardship, Sotheby’s International Realty, South Africa, has flourished, earning accolades for its unparalleled service and market expertise. Yael’s commitment to fostering a culture of trust and collaboration has not only enhanced the company’s reputation but also solidified its position as a market leader. Beyond her corporate achievements, she is a vocal advocate for women in leadership, frequently addressing topics such as resilience, innovation, and the importance of fostering diverse, inclusive workplaces.
A captivating storyteller, Yael shares lessons from her journey—from the challenges of sustaining a family legacy to the opportunities of embracing change in a rapidly evolving industry. Her insights resonate across sectors, inspiring entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and professionals to rethink their strategies and unlock their potential.
Why Event Planners Should Book Yael Geffen
Yael Geffen is not just a speaker; she is a catalyst for transformation. Her unique blend of personal history, professional expertise, and global perspective equips her to deliver presentations that are as inspiring as they are practical. Event planners seeking a speaker who can connect with diverse audiences will find Yael’s authenticity and relatability invaluable.
Yael’s ability to distill complex concepts into actionable insights ensures that her presentations leave a lasting impact. Whether addressing the intricacies of leadership, the dynamics of real estate markets, or the power of innovation, she engages audiences with clarity and conviction. Her emphasis on storytelling, drawn from her rich personal and professional experiences, makes her talks memorable and impactful.
Additionally, Yael’s commitment to empowering women in business adds a compelling dimension to her presentations. She speaks candidly about the challenges and triumphs of her journey, offering practical advice and inspiration to aspiring leaders. Her passion for cultivating inclusive, progressive workplaces resonates with audiences, making her a standout choice for events focused on leadership, diversity, and professional growth.
Summary
Yael Geffen embodies the qualities of a transformative leader—visionary, resilient, and deeply connected to her roots. As the CEO and shareholder of Sotheby’s International Realty, South Africa, she has redefined excellence in the real estate industry while championing the values of innovation and inclusion. Her global experience and familial legacy offer a unique perspective that enriches her insights and inspires audiences worldwide.
With a reputation for delivering engaging, actionable presentations, Yael is an ideal choice for conferences, corporate events, and industry summits. Her passion for leadership, dedication to empowering others, and ability to connect with audiences ensure that every event she graces is elevated to new heights.
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Nicola Tyler is a renowned expert in the field of Lateral Thinking and she has been a strategist and leadership development trainer for over twenty years.
During this time, she worked with, and was trained by, Dr Edward de Bono, in his creative and lateral thinking methods. As CEO of Business Results Group, she heads up the official distributorship of Dr Edward de Bono’s Thinking Methods, Official Tom Peters Training, iOpener Institute’s Science of Happiness at Work and Liz Wiseman’s Multipliers Leadership Development in Southern Africa.
BRG also owns the prestigious brand, ‘The Progress Conference’; host to the annual Happiness @ Work conference and numerous thought leadership programs in South Africa.
Nicola Tyler has shared the stage with a number of world renowned speakers such as Martin Seligman, Dave Ulrich, Tom Peters, Martin Lindstrom, Robert Kaplan, Ricardo Semler and more. She has personally addressed audiences in Argentina, Bahrain, Bangkok, Brussels, Cambodia, Paris, Prague, Mauritius, Switzerland and London, as well as having done extensive work in Africa and in the Middle East.
She is a Professional Associate at GIBS (Gordon Institute of Business Science), which has been ranked as the number one Business School in Africa (Financial Times, UK), where, for several years
Nicola presented an MBA elective on Creative and Innovative Thinking. Today, she presents on a number of company specific programs for the business school on both Innovative and Strategic Thinking.
Nicola Tyler is a professional, insightful and engaging speaker who is passionate about making a difference and delivering results.
She brings a deep respect and appreciation for business needs into their sessions by engaging people at all levels and encouraging the process of thinking in such a way, that it stimulates commitment and buy-in to decisions.
She is widely considered a master at applying de Bono’s techniques in live business situations. Nicola Tyler is an erudite presenter and master facilitator with business experience way beyond the field of Creative Thinking.
Nicola Tyler unique and pragmatic style of working has earned her a reputation for being able to ‘turn strategy into action’ and personal passion for thinking, innovation and results, is realized through a process that she has coined as ‘Operative Strategy’.
Drawing on Nicola Tyler twenty years of experience in the fields of strategy and innovation, Nicola facilitates strategic planning, strategic thinking and innovation processes and workshops across a variety of industries.
She regularly consults to organisations on strategic innovation, she coaches executives on the implementation of strategy and she facilitates partnering innovation workshops for clients.
Nicola has been interviewed on radio, television, and Nicola Tyler – Strategic Lateral Leadership has frequently contributed to articles on management journals, both locally and internationally.
Thinking Differently ™ About ….
It’s not often that you can book a speaker to present on any topic but quite literally, that’s what you can do with Nicola.
Nicola Tyler will bring to your subject the topic of thinking and in an engaging and high impact presentation, she will get your team thinking differently about … just about … ANYTHING!
The trick is the thinking part. She’s done in mining, sales, financial services, health care, human resources, manufacturing, marketing, branding, finance, risk management and more! And, even if she hasn’t done one in your field, she will be up for the challenge for sure!
Think – discover how your brain processes information and what goes right and wrong when you begin to think.
Differently – discover the power of perception and how learning to change perceptions can change, just about, anything. It’s the key to innovation success and it will unlock new thinking in the room, in an instant!
About – pick your topic and that will become the theme of Nicola Tyler presentation. She will research your industry and get to know your needs to ensure that she hits the relevant nail on the head! Your wish, is Nicola’s command!
Our company has quite a few different products in our stable. Nicola Tyler is a master certified trainer in de Bono courses (Six Thinking Hats, Lateral Thinking, Power of Perception, Six Value Medals and Simplicity). The most favoured course is Lateral Thinking.
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