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Richard Attias, CEO of Richard Attias and Associates
03/05/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Richard Attias, CEO of Richard Attias and Associates

He's made a name for himself organising meetings for the global elite. Richard Attias produced the World Economic Forum in Davos, and was part of the Clinton Global Initiative. Now at the head of his own company, Richard Attias and Associates, he has created the New York Forum Africa. He talks to France 24's Markus Karlsson about African growth.
Corinne Vigreux, Co-founder of navigation company TomTom
26/04/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Corinne Vigreux, Co-founder of navigation company TomTom

Confusing maps, traffic jams and road works... Our guest has built her career out of those annoyances. Corinne Vigreux is one of the four founders of the navigation company TomTom. But as smartphones and even tablet computers begin offering similar services, will the company remain relevant? She speaks to Markus Karlsson on The Business Interview.
Hans Vestberg, CEO of Ericsson
26/04/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Hans Vestberg, CEO of Ericsson

In a world that is becoming more and more connected, and where smartphones and tablets sales are increasing, it is easier than ever to be online while you're on the move. Markus Karlsson talks to one CEO who wants to cash in on that trend. Hans Vestberg is the head of Ericsson, the world's largest supplier of mobile phone infrastructure.
Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute of International Economics
19/04/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute of International Economics

Markus Karlsson talks to Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute of International Economics, an influential think-tank. He's also a former policymaker at the Bank of England. He underlines the slow recovery of Europe and the role that austerity has played.
Raghuram Rajan, chief economic advisor to the government of India
15/04/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Raghuram Rajan, chief economic advisor to the government of India

Markus Karlsson talks to Doctor Raghuram Rajann, chief economic advisor to the Indian government, professor at the University of Chicago and former chief economist at the International Monetary Fund. He gives his views on Indian growth, this as the country's economy has been sputtering.
Abdullah al-Badri, Secretary General of OPEC
05/04/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Abdullah al-Badri, Secretary General of OPEC

At the 14th International Oil Summit in Paris, the head of OPEC, Abdullah al-Badri, tells France 24 that current oil prices are "comfortable" for both producers and consumers, claiming that the current price is high enough for producers to invest but not too high to hinder the world economy.
Sharon Bowles, Member of the European Parliament, Liberal Democrats, UK
22/03/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Sharon Bowles, Member of the European Parliament, Liberal Democrats, UK

Markus Karlsson talks to Sharon Bowles. She is a Member of the European Parliament, and the chair of its Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee. She's been listed as one of the most influential regulators in the European Union. She gives us her reaction to the banking crisis in Cyprus.
Heather McGregor, aka Mrs Moneypenny
15/03/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Heather McGregor, aka Mrs Moneypenny

Markus Karlsson talks to the ultimate working mother, Mrs Moneypenny. She is a businesswoman, a columnist for the Financial Times and a TV presenter. She has also written a series of books and her latest one is called "Careers Advice for Ambitious Women".
Susan Docherty, President of Chevrolet Europe
08/03/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Susan Docherty, President of Chevrolet Europe

2012 was a year the European auto industry would probably like to forget. It's in that climate that car makers are getting together at the Geneva Motor Show - one of the premier events in the global car calendar. To discuss this and other issues, Markus Karlsson turns to Susan Docherty. She's the President of Chevrolet Europe.
Patrick Sayer, CEO of Eurazeo
01/03/2013 - THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW

Patrick Sayer, CEO of Eurazeo

The private equity industry is often criticised for its opacity. Critics say private buy-outs too often lead to bankruptcies and job losses. To discuss this issue, Markus Karlsson speaks to Patrick Sayer, CEO of Eurazeo. It may not be a household name, but it holds a majority stake in the car rental firm Europcar. It also holds stakes in the hotel chain Accord and luxury apparel maker Moncler, to name but a few.
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