The Magic of Attention | Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg | TEDxBerlin

Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, former German policy maker and Minister of Defense, transitioned to roles as an investor, author, advisor, and filmmaker. He currently holds key positions in companies and NGOs globally, including Chairman of Spitzberg Partners LLC in New York and Managing Director of Guttenberg Ventures in Munich. With a background in law and a PhD in Finance, Guttenberg is a prolific author and contributor to international media outlets and TV channels. His talk will explore "The Magic of Attention," drawing from his extensive experience and insights gained throughout his diverse career. 2002-2011: German policy maker (Minister of Defense, Minister of Economics & Technology of the Federal Republic of Germany, Member of German Parliament and the Council of Europe) 2011-2023: Investor, author, advisor, filmmaker Co-producer and host/moderator of several media formats (e.g., a tv documentary series on „power“) Chairman, Spitzberg Partners LLC, New York Managing Director, Guttenberg Ventures, Munich Distinguished Statesman, Center for Strategic and Security Studies, Washington, DC Board member and advisory board member in several international companies and NGOs Author: latest book „3 Sekunden“ (Herder, Freiburg 2023). Numerous contributions in international media outlets (NYT, FT, WSJ et al.) and TV channels (CNN, BBC, CNBC, Fox, MSNBC et al.) Podcaster (top 5 German news podcast „Gysi gegen Guttenberg) Ex-doctor, law degree (University of Bayreuth), PhD (Finance, University of Southampton). This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx