Global Speaker Series
The Global Speaker Series offers community members, business professionals, students and faculty the opportunity to talk candidly with leading executives about accomplishments and challenges.

Building a Global Career: Lessons in Leadership and Entrepreneurship
The Brennan School of Business was excited to welcome Klaus Thalmann Ramos (BS ‘98, MBA ‘00) as a guest in our Global Speaker Series. A distinguished international executive, entrepreneur, and strategy expert, Klaus has built a remarkable career spanning Fortune 100 companies, venture-backed startups, and global consulting roles across more than 30 countries.
In a fireside chat-style Q&A, Klaus shared insights from his journey—starting from humble beginnings to earning his degree at Dominican University and launching a dynamic international career in leadership, finance, and technology. He also explored key themes in global management, entrepreneurship, and strategy execution, offering students invaluable perspectives on navigating today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.
The event allowed our community an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from a Dominican alumnus who has shaped industries worldwide.