Larry Farrell

Larry Farrell is the world's leading authority on entrepreneurship and the Founder and Chairman of The Farrell Company, the premier global firm for researching and teaching entrepreneurship. Since its inception in 1983, The Farrell Company has trained over 8 million students across 46 countries and in nine languages, more than any university or training firm worldwide. The company’s programs have impacted a diverse range of clients, from blue-chip companies such as IBM and American Express, to prestigious universities like Caltech and Amity University in India, to government agencies like the City of New York and the SBA of Brazil.

Larry's innovative work in entrepreneurship has earned him endorsements from some of the most influential figures and organizations in business and management, including Peter Drucker, Tom Peters, Fortune, and Business Week. His groundbreaking books on entrepreneurship have been critically acclaimed and translated into numerous languages, helping to further spread his entrepreneurial philosophy worldwide. The Farrell Company offers a variety of programs, including keynotes, corporate seminars, and government projects, all focused on instilling entrepreneurial principles in diverse settings.

With a rich and varied career, Larry has served in many influential roles, from a Peace Corps Volunteer to holding an MBA from Harvard Business School and a law degree from the University of California. He has held prominent positions, such as Vice President of American Express in New York and President of Kepner-Tregoe in Princeton, NJ. Larry has also been involved with various esteemed organizations, serving on the Boards of The Economic Development Society in the US and The Journal of Strategic Change in London. Additionally, he has been a contributing editor for "The Conference Board Review" in New York and a columnist for "Entrepreneur Magazine" in India.

Larry continues to share his insights through in-person presentations and online seminars that have reached audiences worldwide. These programs, available in multiple formats, combine a dynamic mix of real-world examples, humor, and actionable strategies. He remains deeply committed to his mission of empowering people, organizations, and governments to adopt entrepreneurial thinking as a force for positive economic and social change.