John P. Kotter stands as an eminent academic, prolific author, and a revered thought leader in the realms of leadership, business, and change. Serving as an Emeritus Professor at the Harvard Business School, Kotter’s profound impact extends through over 20 books, including two New York Times bestsellers. His accolades, including recognition from Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Global Gurus, and Thinkers50, underscore his significant contributions to the field.
A Harvard Business School alumnus with a Doctor of Business Administration, Kotter transitioned seamlessly from student to faculty in 1972. His ascent at the institution culminated in a full professorship and tenure, eventually earning him the prestigious title of Konosuke Matsushita Professor of Leadership. In 2008, he co-founded Kotter International, a consultancy firm translating his extensive research on transformation, strategy, and leadership into practical applications. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of Kotter International.
Kotter’s literary legacy includes influential works such as “Our Iceberg is Melting,” “A Sense of Urgency,” “Managing Your Boss,” and “Leading Change,” the latter acknowledged by Time Magazine as one of the Top 25 Most Influential Business Management Books of all time. His 2012 Harvard Business Review article, “Accelerate!,” earned him the prestigious McKinsey Award, recognizing it as the year’s most significant contribution to business and management.
Renowned globally as a foremost authority on change, Kotter draws upon his extensive business acumen to navigate the complexities of successful organizational transformations. His approach, rooted in a deep understanding of past successes and failures, equips companies to thrive in an era characterized by rapid and accelerating change.
