Carlos Rodriguez Pastor sat down with Trome to talk about Peru's future, how he spends his spare time and how he advises young entrepreneurs. "The day we stop learning, we stop living...technology is changing so fast that if we don't have an open mind to continue learning, we won't be able [to succeed]."
Enrique Pescarmona was recognized with the "Gerardo Lasalle" prize, a tribute to the disappeared industrial engineer and founder of the National Engineering Academy. With this prize, Pescarmona was honored for his "important merits" in industrial development, all accomplished through the companies that he has led, and in the formation of human resources and the development of advanced technology.
Founder and CEO Nicolas Shea celebrated Cumplo's fifth anniversary. The company is no longer a startup, with almost 100,000 pesos in credit financing and a network of 3200 investors, it is now the biggest crowdfunding platform in Latin America.
Open English has announced a new partnership with Endeavor. The English teaching platform led by Andres Moreno will be giving $250,000 USD in scholarships that will be administered by Endeavor to young professionals and entrepreneurs who wish to improve their English skills.
Alejandro Ramirez, Cinépolis' general director, shares the secret behind the the Mexican movie chain's strategy to conquer the entertainment world. In this article, he recounts the story of how Cinépolis was founded and how he used innovation to make it a successful global enterprise.
Make sure to save the date for our 24th annual meeting. Join your friends in Berlin from October 11-14 for another thought-provoking and exciting meeting. We gather in a city that has overcome deep division and devastation -- and emerged as a European stronghold, an economic powerhouse, and a center of innovation attracting entrepreneurs from around the world. Your suggestions are very important to us; please do not hesitate to be in touch if you have any themes, speakers or other ideas about what we can showcase in Berlin.
It is normal that presidents cannot keep campaign promises. And Trump will be no exception.
El País, 21 Jan 2017
The normalization of the exceptional is an important characteristic of our time.
El País, 14 Jan 2017
Andrés Moreno is one of the most ambitious and successful Latin American young entrepreneurs. He has been able to build one of the most promising education and technology companies in the region, all without finishing college or coming from a rich family. It all began in an apartment in Caracas and a funny commercial. Watch Moisés Naím interview Andrés Moreno as he shows us how a good idea, a lot of work and a leap of faith can lead to success.
Efecto Naím, 22 Jan 2017
The Hotel Adlon will host the G50 in Berlin. This historic site is just steps away from the Brandenburg Gate and has welcomed important dignitaries and heads of state since its opening days. Recently, during the final leg of Obama's last trip to Europe, the Adlon hosted him for a three-hour dinner with the German chancellor, whom he has described as “my closest international partner” during his eight-year presidency.
The 2017 G50 meeting will take place on the heels of important elections all across Europe - from the Netherlands to France and Germany. Which direction will European voters go? In Germany, Angela Merkel faces a crucial test in her re-election bid as chancellor. She commented, “We will face opposition from all sides,“ citing both populist and left-wing opponents at home and abroad who “threaten our values and way of life in Germany.”
J. Craig Venter is a scientist that changed the world's way of understanding human biology. He went from being a surfer to a military paramedic and finally he passed on to be a pioneer in decoding the human genome. This is his conversation with Moisés Naím.
Efecto Naím, 28 Nov. 2016
The most respected members of his political party rejected him, but that was not able to defeat him. ISIS, a small group of radical Islamists was able to control an immense territory between Syria and Iraq. And in only a few years Netflix has revolutionized the world of television. But these are not isolated examples. Power is no longer what it used to be. The most powerful people have more limits than ever before. Learn more about the end of power.
Efecto Naím, 21 Nov. 2016
Neither the scandals nor the leaders of his political party were able to stop him. But the most worrisome aspect of Donald Trump's victory is the he represents a global wave of an anti-establishment sentiment. Watch the whole segment.
Efecto Naím, 14 Nov. 2016
Last week we reunited in Washington, D.C. for the 23rd G50 annual meeting and it was an extraordinary experience! Thank you to those who were able to join us as we heard from global leaders in business, genomics, philanthropy, the new economy and much more. Together we learned about the value of community and hope . Please click here to see pictures from this year's event. The password is g50dc.
What impact does technology have on our brains? The form in which human beings interact with technology is very important, but its impact is still not fully understood. However, writer Nicholas Carr has researched the effects of spending hours a day online. Technology, social media and the Internet are changing our lives. Watch Moisés Naím interview Nicholas Carr.
Efecto Naím 6 Nov 2016
Journalism is more competitive now than ever before. But a new generation of stars has found the secret to captivating audiences: a good dose of humor. Watch Moisés Naím discuss comedic journalism.
Efecto Naím 31 Oct. 2016
You hear it said that they are less corrupt, that they create better social conditions and that they are less aggressive. Is feminine leadership truly different than the masculine? Watch the whole segment.
Efecto Naím 24 Oct 2016
They are trending all around the world. For those who are pro-referendum, they represent "pure democracy". And for its critics, "dangerous populism tools". Watch Moisés Naím discuss the truth about referendums.
Efecto Naím 16 Oct. 2016
Race plays a big part of U.S. politics, but in this segment Dr. Moisés Naím talks to Professor Cathy Schneider as she discusses racial relations along and across the Latin American continent. Watch the full interview.
Efecto Naím 16 Oct. 2016
