Guy Lundy

Guy Lundy

UT, US
Guy Lundy is an investment professional, strategy consultant and sought-after professional keynote speaker, with a focus on the future of Africa.

He was until recently the CEO of Accelerate Cape Town, a business think-tank representing 48 major corporations that brings together key stakeholders in the Cape Town city region to develop and implement a long-term vision for sustainable, inclusive economic growth. He is also a Director of several organisations, including Wesgro, where he is Deputy Chairman, and Cape Town Tourism.
Guy previously ran his own corporate strategy consultancy, helping large companies develop foresight and an understanding of future trends. He has also worked for international firms such as Ernst & Young, Oracle, the London Stock Exchange and Dimension Data, during several years of living on four continents.
Guy was born and raised in Cape Town. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Economics at UCT and his Masters in Futures Studies at Stellenbosch University. He is the author of two books about South Africa and its future, namely "South Africa: Reasons to Believe" and "South Africa 2014: The Story of our Future".
In 2009 Guy was listed by Business Day as one of the 'Top 100 Thinkers in South Africa'.

Some comments from previous clients

"You were absolutely superb! People have not stopped raving about your presentation – it was exactly what we needed at exactly the right time! I know the whole of PGP would like to see you back with us sometime." –Marketing Manager, Pam Golding Properties

"Many thanks again for your most interesting and inspiring talk on the future of South Africa." – Vice President, BHP Billiton

"Your presentation was thought-provoking and points you raised were referred to several times during the remainder of the conference. Enjoy your London trip – I'm sure you'll have them coming home en masse!" –Communications Manager, Mondi Business Paper

"Your message was very interesting and I think the approach of everyone to what we were doing was enhanced. The books were in great demand and will I think be read with interest. Thanks again." – Materials Manager, PPC

"You set the tone and ideal context for our discussions during the two days and I feel we benefited greatly from your views." – Head of Strategy, BP South Africa

"Your address at the official opening was just what we needed to start us off. It was well-presented, well-received (as witnessed by the standing ovation) and got delegates talking for the next couple of days." –District Governor, Rotary International

He was until recently the CEO of Accelerate Cape Town, a business think-tank representing 48 major corporations that brings together key stakeholders in the Cape Town city region to develop and implement a long-term vision for sustainable, inclusive economic growth. He is also a Director of several organisations, including Wesgro, where he is Deputy Chairman, and Cape Town Tourism.
Guy previously ran his own corporate strategy consultancy, helping large companies develop foresight and an understanding of future trends. He has also worked for international firms such as Ernst & Young, Oracle, the London Stock Exchange and Dimension Data, during several years of living on four continents.
Guy was born and raised in Cape Town. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Economics at UCT and his Masters in Futures Studies at Stellenbosch University. He is the author of two books about South Africa and its future, namely "South Africa: Reasons to Believe" and "South Africa 2014: The Story of our Future".
In 2009 Guy was listed by Business Day as one of the 'Top 100 Thinkers in South Africa'.

Some comments from previous clients

"You were absolutely superb! People have not stopped raving about your presentation – it was exactly what we needed at exactly the right time! I know the whole of PGP would like to see you back with us sometime." –Marketing Manager, Pam Golding Properties

"Many thanks again for your most interesting and inspiring talk on the future of South Africa." – Vice President, BHP Billiton

"Your presentation was thought-provoking and points you raised were referred to several times during the remainder of the conference. Enjoy your London trip – I'm sure you'll have them coming home en masse!" –Communications Manager, Mondi Business Paper

"Your message was very interesting and I think the approach of everyone to what we were doing was enhanced. The books were in great demand and will I think be read with interest. Thanks again." – Materials Manager, PPC

"You set the tone and ideal context for our discussions during the two days and I feel we benefited greatly from your views." – Head of Strategy, BP South Africa

"Your address at the official opening was just what we needed to start us off. It was well-presented, well-received (as witnessed by the standing ovation) and got delegates talking for the next couple of days." –District Governor, Rotary International

South Africa and the World Towards 2020 and Beyond

Guy Lundy takes a look at what is happening in the world, on the continent of Africa and in South Africa and considers how the major trends affecting us at each of these levels can impact your business in the short, medium and long term. Threats and opportunities can both be turned into business prospects. Guy helps his audience see how innovations develop and how the continuous reinvention of the global system can provide your business with the chance to go from strength to strength over the...
Educational / Informative

Africa: The Re-scramble

Africa's history is a long and fascinating one, but its future is shaping up to be even more interesting.  During the ten years in which The Economist magazine moved from a cover story entitled "Africa: The hopeless continent" in 2001 to one entitled "Africa Rising" in 2011, interest in the last frontier of global business opportunities has skyrocketed.  Uncertainty about the future of the continent still abounds and the complexity of such a vast area consisting of...
Educational / Informative

Going Global

Globalisation is a reality and companies all over the world are increasingly considering emerging markets as their primary source of new business.  New entrants from abroad will eventually challenge companies operating only in the local market.  With stellar economic growth taking place across Africa, therefore, South African companies are increasingly considering expanding their operations to other countries.  However, a bold move into unknown territory can put great strain on...
Educational / Informative

The Business of Cities

A major global trend taking place around us right now is the shift in both economic and political power from nations to cities and regions.  In 2007, for the first time since cities first appeared some 5000 years ago, the world's population tipped over from being predominantly rural to more than 50% urban, and the United Nations estimates that 70% of us will live in cities by 2050.  This worldwide urban growth presents businesses with massive opportunities and significant...
Educational / Informative