International Keynote Speaker | Leadership Development & Strategic Influence Expert

Gary C. Laney is a three-time bestselling author, international keynote speaker, executive coach, entrepreneur and former high-tech executive with more than three decades of leadership experience.

Throughout his career, he has led sales organizations, supported business growth, worked with startups and helped professionals strengthen their leadership, influence and performance. Through his books, keynote presentations and coaching programs, Gary encourages leaders to identify their competitive competencies and intentionally develop the skills required to inspire others and create measurable results.

At TALTalks 2026, Gary will present:

Leaders Are Made, Not Born: Identify and Leverage Your Competitive Competencies

The session will explore how leadership can be developed through continuous learning, disciplined action and a clear understanding of one’s unique strengths. Gary will also highlight how leaders can combine complementary capabilities, build strategic relationships and create stronger partnerships around shared goals.

The session is aligned with SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, emphasizing the role of leadership, collaboration and strategic influence in creating sustainable impact.