Itay Talgam, mentored by Leonard Bernstein, has led major orchestras globally and pioneered leadership talks rooted in musical collaboration.

After presenting classical music to bank managers in 1996, he delved into leadership studies, using orchestra dynamics as metaphors for organisational behaviour. Talgam's workshops aim to instil musicians' collaboration and conductors' leadership in everyday people, emphasising intuitive connection and responsiveness.

His TED Talk 'Lead Like the Great Conductors' has over 4 million views, lauded as essential for aspiring leaders. His book 'The Ignorant Maestro' explores leadership nuances through renowned conductors' diverse styles, addressing the balance between control and creative freedom.

Based in Tel Aviv, Talgam holds an Artist Diploma in conducting and studied across Europe and the US, complemented by General Philosophy studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

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