Jeff Jorge

Jeff Jorge is the Executive Partner of GDP- Global Development Partners, a global consultancy group that delivers breakthrough growth strategy formulation, execution and turnkey international market entry support to companies in multiple industry sectors and foreign markets – with particular emphasis in the Americas and fast-growing emerging economies, such as Brazil. GDP’s proven methodology enables companies to capture market growth – internationally and domestically – with reduced risks, improved outcomes, and shortened time-frames. With clients spanning an eclectic mix of established corporations and start-ups, along with deep mindfulness for social responsibility, Jeff and the GDP team help accelerate the growth of their clients by unlocking latent potential to capture sustainable market growth while benefiting people, planet and profits.

With a diverse set of experiences, perspectives and expertise, Jeff’s versatility as a speaker, professional and human being come together in his unique array topics to make an indelible, singular mark to events at which he is invited to speak.

His extraordinary background, non-linear life path, and ethno-cultural breadth have enabled Jeff to develop a highly unique view of the business world and of life – in particular, of where opportunities exist. Jeff’s extensive knowledge of international business, growth strategy and the unique traits (both good and bad) of start-ups and behemoth Fortune 500 organizations alike give his business- and life- related lectures, talks and seminars rare insight and credibility. In addition to semi- or fully-custom sessions, his topics range from global market growth, strategic planning, and corporate development to product innovation, team engagement and personal achievement.

Global Market Pursuit in 10 Steps: Why You Should, How You Can, and How You Will (or Will Not).

In this keynote, Jeff shares first-hand accounts, rare insights and proven methodologies to help accelerate your company’s growth into international markets. In using some of the world’s fastest-growing economies and regions as the session’s foundational examples, this engaging and informative keynote enables participants to walk away with actionable tools to help accelerate their organizations’ global expansion.

Triathlon Lessons that Build Successful Organizations, People & Leaders

An informative, fun, engaging and (yes!) inspiring session on how lessons from one of the world s fastest-growing sports can help you in growing your organization and in developing your team and self in the process. Learn how experiences gleaned from the disciplines of swimming, biking and running – and often the horror in between – can help improve goal-setting, reach breakthrough results (in revenue, operations, and personally), rise above challenges to advance your organization and yourself and more! As a veteran triathlete, entrepreneur, author and speaker Jeff shares insights that help you and your organization go the distance.

The Glocal Citizen

In this keynote, Jeff introduces the concept of Glocal Citizen and further explores how such traits shape who we are and the world around us. To do this, he reveals aspects of his own personal journey – which included a period of homelessness – and engages the audience to reflect and act upon their roles as citizens inside an increasingly global community. Fun, funny, emotional and thought provoking, this keynote has inspired a wide range of audiences and featured Jeff as an invited guest on multiple National Public Radio interviews.