A global leadership and strategy institute dedicated to purpose-driven leadership, strategic clarity, and value creation in the age of AI.
About the Institute
The Opresnik PIVOTAL Thinking Institute is a global thought leadership initiative that supports leaders, executives, and institutions in navigating complexity, digital disruption, and societal transformation. The Institute builds on the belief that long-term success cannot be achieved through technology and metrics alone, but requires purpose, trust, and human connection.
In collaboration with the International Business School Manchester (IBS), the Institute aims to foster future-ready leadership capabilities that combine strategic rigor with ethical responsibility and societal impact.
The PIVOTAL Framework
The Institute is grounded in PIVOTAL Thinking – a next-generation strategic framework developed by Prof. Dr. Marc Oliver Opresnik. PIVOTAL provides a holistic logic for leadership and strategy, integrating business performance with purpose and long-term value creation.
The PIVOTAL logic connects:
• Purpose & Vision
• Innovation & Solutions
• Value Creation
• Outreach & Engagement
• Transfer into Action
• Advocacy & Trust
• Lifetime Value & Sustainable Impact
The PIVOTAL Infinity Marketing Canvas translates this logic into a practical tool for executive decision-making.
Programs & Activities
The Opresnik PIVOTAL Thinking Institute @ IBS offers a range of academic and executive formats, including:
• Executive education and leadership programs
• Faculty development and curriculum integration
• Strategy and innovation workshops
• Research initiatives and thought leadership projects
• Conferences, roundtables, and global collaborations
Leadership & Faculty
Founder:
Prof. Dr. Marc Oliver Opresnik
The Institute works closely with IBS’s academic leadership and faculty members, as well as selected international scholars and practitioners, to ensure academic depth and real-world relevance.
Engagement & Collaboration
The Institute welcomes collaboration in the following areas:
• Academic research and publications
• Executive education and corporate programs
• Faculty exchange and development
• Strategic partnerships and global initiatives
Founded by: Prof. Dr. Marc Oliver Opresnik
In collaboration with: The International Business School Manchester (IBS)
The Opresnik PIVOTAL Thinking Institute @ IBS represents a long-term commitment to developing leaders who can combine strategic excellence with purpose-driven impact. Through research, education, and collaboration, the Institute contributes to shaping responsible leadership for a complex and interconnected world.