- Founder of Institute for Generative Leadership
- MSME Business Tycoon Award recipient
- Listed in Thinkers50 Radar for shaping the future of business
Sameer Dua is a leading expert in management and leadership education with over 26 years of experience working with participants from 52 countries. He founded the Institute for Generative Leadership in India, which focuses on developing practical skills that enhance existing capabilities.
Sameer is also a successful author of two notable books. His first book, Declaring Breakdowns: Powerfully Creating a Future That Matters in 6 Simple Steps, is widely used in management and leadership programs and has been translated into Hindi and Marathi. His second book, Become: The 5 Critical Conversational Practices That Shift ‘Who You Be’ as a Leader, quickly became a bestseller in five categories on Amazon.
In addition to writing, Sameer founded the India Business Literature Festival to promote business literature and discussions on management ideas. He also established the Gift Your Organ Foundation, which launched the Green Heart Drivers’ License project, significantly increasing organ transplants in Karnataka and leading to its adoption by the Indian federal government.
As a faculty member at the Naval War College in Goa, he teaches senior officers of the Indian armed forces. Sameer has delivered many TEDx talks and has worked with international clients like Siemens, Volvo, Mercedes Benz, and Schaeffler.
His contributions have been recognized by Thinkers50, where he was listed in the Radar Class of 2019 as one of 30 emerging thinkers to watch. He also received the MSME Business Tycoon Award in 2017 from the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India.
Sameer’s work has greatly influenced leadership development, emphasizing authenticity, language, and context. His programs, including The Being of a Leader, promote self-transformation and yield impressive results in both professional and personal areas. His books and coaching are widely recommended in management and leadership education around the world.
Sameer's showreel and videos
Topics, sessions and talks
Declaring Breakdowns: A Powerful Leadership Move
Sameer teaches leaders how to transform obstacles into opportunities through the art of declaring breakdowns. This innovative six-step process reframes setbacks by focusing on facts, uncovering default futures, and creating actionable paths to new outcomes. Known for his clear and practical style, Sameer highlights how this conversational tool can help leaders navigate change, resolve challenges, and inspire commitment within teams. Attendees gain the confidence to lead with clarity, purpose, and resilience in any situation.
This session delves into the art of cultivating leadership presence to inspire trust, influence, and action. Sameer Dua guides participants through practices that develop self-awareness and connection, essential traits for impactful leadership. Attendees will gain insights into fostering an authentic presence that resonates with their teams and drives meaningful engagement.
Our Winning Strategy: Does It Really Work Anymore?
Sameer Dua examines the relevance of existing strategies in a rapidly evolving business landscape. By questioning assumptions and redefining success, he provides tools to assess and adapt strategies for sustainable growth. The session challenges participants to think critically and embrace innovation in their approach to leadership and business.
Laws of Breakthrough Performance
In this session, Sameer Dua reveals the principles behind achieving breakthrough performance in leadership and business. Drawing from real-world examples and his extensive experience, he outlines practical steps to overcome barriers and unlock untapped potential, paving the way for exceptional results.
Sameer challenges individuals and teams to see themselves as living promises, shaping outcomes and commitments through deliberate action. This session highlights the power of accountability and alignment, helping attendees recognise their potential to influence change at both organisational and personal levels.
Why we recommend booking Sameer
Book Sameer Dua to inspire your team with transformative leadership insights. His practical approach and global experience will empower your organisation, fostering authentic leadership and real-world skills that drive success. Don't miss the chance to elevate your leadership journey.
Sameer leaves up to you how far you want to go in creating a different future...
Jose F Rojas
VP, Bolivar Life Insurance Company
I enjoy listening to him talk about leadership in his seminars, which are always inspiring and mind openers.
Sharon Kedem-Shany
Strauss Strategy
The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence is a strapline that resonated for obvious reasons and whatever field you happen to be in, that should be the goal for any business. Dean has a fascinating and entertaining story that has some very simple and clear messages about how to plan and execute an objective and exceed one's expectations. I'd recommend anyone to listen to his story and am sure it will entertain and inform everyone, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and disability.
