Thinkers50 Comprehensive Company Research Report



Company Overview



Name:


Thinkers50

Mission of the Company:


To be the world's most reliable, independent source for management and business ideas, and to identify, rank, and share the very best management thinking globally.

When Was the Company Founded and By Whom:


Thinkers50 was founded in 2000 by business writers and commentators Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer.

Key People in the Company:


  • Des Dearlove: Co-founder and director

  • Stuart Crainer: Co-founder and director

  • Mikko Leskelä: Chief Executive Officer

  • Monika Kosman: Chief Operating Officer


Where is the Company Headquartered:


Thinkers50 Limited
The Studio, Highfield Lane,
Wargrave RG10 8PZ,
United Kingdom

Number of Employees:


No information is available

Revenue of the Company:


No information is available

What is the Company Known For:


Thinkers50 is renowned as the world's pre-eminent global ranking of management and business thinkers. It publishes prestigious lists and awards identifying, ranking, and sharing leading management ideas.

Products



Overview of Products:


Thinkers50 offers a variety of products and services that focus on identifying and sharing leading management ideas.

1. Thinkers50 Ranking


  • Description: The original and pre-eminent global ranking of management and business thinkers, conducted biannually since 2001.

  • Key Features:

  • Recognizes influential management thinkers globally.

  • Categories include concepts such as innovation, strategy, leadership, and digital thinking.


2. Distinguished Achievement Awards


  • Description: Often referred to as the 'Oscars of management thinking', these awards recognize outstanding contributions in multiple categories.

  • Key Features:

  • Presented every two years.

  • Multiple award categories celebrating innovation, leadership, and strategy.


3. Hall of Fame


  • Description: Honors the lifetime achievements of management thinkers who have made lasting contributions to the field.

  • Key Features:

  • Lifetime recognition.

  • Established in 2013.


4. Radar


  • Description: Annual listing of 30 management and business thinkers to watch, first published in 2016.

  • Key Features:

  • Focuses on emerging thinkers with potential to make a significant impact.

  • Covers diverse ideas and disciplines within management thinking.


5. Booklists


  • Description: A curated guide to the very best books on management.

  • Key Features:

  • Launched in 2022.

  • Highlights must-read books for management professionals.


6. Coaching Legends


  • Description: Recognizes leading figures in executive coaching.

  • Key Features:

  • Introduced in 2023.

  • Celebrates the legacy of top executive coaches.


Recent Developments



What are the Recent Developments in the Company:


  • Announcement of the Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2024.

  • Continued expansion and enhancement of Thinkers50's offerings and recognition programs.


What are the New Products Launched:


  • Management GTP: No specific features mentioned.


What are the New Features Added to the Existing Products:


No information is available

Any New Partnerships:


No information is available

Summary



Thinkers50 is a global authority in the field of management thinking, with a mission to identify, rank, and disseminate the best management and business ideas. Founded in 2000 by Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer, the company is headquartered in Wargrave, UK. It is known primarily for its biannual Thinkers50 Ranking and Distinguished Achievement Awards, among other initiatives like the Hall of Fame, Radar list, and Booklists. Recent developments include the announcement of the Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2024.